How much does it cost to finish a basement?

• <div><p>It costs an average of $32,000 to finish a basement, and most projects total between $15,000 and $75,000. If you just want to make the space look a bit nicer and don’t need to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-turn-basement-into-living-space.htm">convert the basement to legal living space</a>, you could spend as little as $3,000 to install drywall and flooring. On the other end of the spectrum, your costs could rise to $100,000 if you want to make structural changes to the space, repair existing structural damage, waterproof your basement, or install a kitchen and bathroom along with living space.</p></div>

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Q: Can you add a kitchenette to a basement?

• <div><p>Yes, you can add a kitchenette to a basement. However, you&rsquo;ll have to consider the costs associated with basement kitchenettes. If you&rsquo;re starting from scratch in an unfinished basement, you&rsquo;ll need to account for brand-new plumbing, electrical, flooring, and more in addition to the cost of the kitchenette. If you&rsquo;re putting a kitchenette in an already finished basement equipped with plumbing and electrical, you&rsquo;ll save considerable money. </p></div>

Q: What is the cheapest way to renovate a basement?

• <div><p>There are several small, inexpensive upgrades you can make to upgrade your basement. Although you still need to adhere to building codes and obtain permits when necessary, you can complete small but mighty tasks like painting the masonry walls and installing entertainment devices to make the space more usable. </p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to finish a basement or add an addition?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s less expensive to finish your basement than it is to build an addition to your home. The average cost to refinish a basement is <b>$32,000</b> (between $7 and $23 per square foot) while building an addition to your home costs $50,325 ($80 to $210 per square foot). Depending on the size of your basement and other factors, like moving plumbing and electrical, refinishing a basement is a more cost-effective option in most cases.</p></div>

Q: Why do some old houses have a toilet in the basement?

• <div><p>Some older homes have toilets in the basement to combat sewage backups. This type of toilet, also known as a Pittsburgh potty, acted as a safety valve over the incoming sewer line. If a line backed up, it would back up into the toilet because it was the lowest fixture in the home, keeping it out of sight and away from the finished areas of the house.</p><p>Basement toilets were also used by workers with messy jobs, like those who worked in coal mines or steel mills. This way, they could clean up and avoid tracking dirt through their home.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
HUGE shout out to Mad City.....this job on my bathroom was great, they were professional and prompt. Listened to concerns and needs, product was very well made and also has the wonderful lifetime warranty. If i was to have something else remodeled I would call them again, BIG thanks to Brian...
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Reviewed in April 2023
We hired Jim Heskje Painting to paint the walls and trim in our basement remodel project. They did a great job. The team left the house every day with tools picked up and the place looking neat. They showed up when they said they would and we’re always on time. We were very pleased with Jim...
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Reviewed in February 2021
I had a wonderful experience with MidAmerica Basement Systems & highly recommend them if your having any waterproofing needs. My project: I purchased my home 3.5 years ago & it started getting water in the basement last year after the outside drainage & tiling system put in my previous owners...
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Reviewed in February 2021
I had a wonderful experience with MidAmerica Basement Systems & highly recommend them if your having any waterproofing needs. My project: I purchased my home 3.5 years ago & it started getting water in the basement last year after the outside drainage & tiling system put in my previous owners...
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Reviewed in February 2020
I had 14 windows replaced including a 10 foot picture window, 4 exterior doors with storm doors and Seth did an excellent job. He was courteous, professional and cleaned up. I also had a bathroom remodel that John was the installer and he also did a fantastic job with the accolades as Seth. I...
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Reviewed in August 2019
Semi competent unbelievably unreliable and totally inconsiderate of your time I contracted them to do waterproofing in my basement and install an egress window. The waterproofing was done in June and it did great keeping up with the +10" of rainfall we got a few weeks ago, so for that I am...
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Reviewed in January 2016
I called Done Done to help us get started on a huge remodel. Steve came out and gave us some really good advice and was very helpful. We now know what we need to do to get the ball rolling and will definitely be calling them in the spring when we are ready to get started. Thanks!
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Reviewed in April 2014
We had a lot of water in our basement due to our old gutters during a recent heavy rain. I needed new gutters right away. I received a prompt estimate and prompt service. I paid extra for the ox mesh, as I think this is a superior product and will save time and money in the future. The crew...
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Reviewed in January 2013
We received one bid to install a partial generator access to the house for $1,500 from another electrician. After accessing Angie's list, we called Jerry at Dependable Electric for a quote. He came out promptly and proposed a MUCH better solution for less than 1/2 the competitor's cost. ...
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Reviewed in May 2010
Well first I called Andy he got right back to me asap. we scheduled an appointment. he was right on time looked the house over very well from the attic to the basement( due to chimney removal) He was very knowledgeable he took down all the measurements and info then he left. I heard back from...
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