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Q: Is a walkout basement below grade?

• <div><p>A walkout basement is considered to be partially below grade because at least one wall is entirely exposed. In some cases and in specific municipalities, inspectors and appraisers will still count walkout basements as below grade, which means the space can&rsquo;t serve as living space or be rented out. If you intend on using the area as living space or a separate apartment, you should check with your local building department to make sure it&rsquo;s legal to do so.</p></div>

Q: What is considered a finished basement?

• <div><p>A finished basement must have a heat and electrical supply with an entrance that meets building code requirements, such as a stairwell to the home's main living space. It often must include finished walls, ceilings, and floors. If the finished basement includes a bedroom, it should have a heat source, an egress window, and a closet.</p><p>Remodeling, as opposed to finishing, means altering an already finished basement by adding a bathroom, bedroom, or living area.</p></div>

Q: Is it cheaper to build up or add a basement?

• <div><p>Building up by adding square footage to the top of your home is often less expensive than adding a basement, but it depends on the specifics of your house, your property, and supply costs. Because building a basement requires excavation, it can be a more expensive option than building up.</p></div>

Q: What type of wood should I use for framing a basement?

• <div><p>You should always use high-quality lumber for your framing in order to ensure it will last the test of time and resist moisture. Use 2-foot by 4-foot lumber that is pressure-treated for your framing.</p></div>

Q: What is the most challenging part of finishing a basement?

• <div><p>Physically, the most challenging part of finishing a basement is installing egress windows or doors when the space is below ground level. Mentally, the hardest part may be envisioning the project and planning around load-bearing and mechanical obstacles.</p></div>

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Last update on October 05, 2025

Reviewed in November 2015
Easy to work with and did an excellent job on installing the cabinets . Looking forward to having them remodel out basement
Vance Remodeling and Restoration
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Reviewed in June 2014
John was great to speak with on the phone and came out to review the project. We were very comfortable with him from the start. He's very honest and responds quickly to calls/emails. When we started the project we expected some delay due to the large amount of reconstruction in the area (due to...
JMJ Building
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Reviewed in July 2016
Charlie Hurt has been very helpful in helping us deal with our basement problem and he knows lots of people to refer if he can't do something. He's well connected and honest.
All Around The House & More
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Reviewed in July 2014
John from Pauli Builders came to my house, listened to what I wanted done, and offered suggestions. Someone not connected with Pauli tested my home for air leakage before and after the insulation was blown in - a 65% improvement and Ameren paid for around half of the cost for that. Pauli...
S.F. Pauli Builders, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2011
They did everything with in the time frame they said with the exception of a few rainy days. They also replaced the sump pump and reconnected the sewer line. They also leveled the ground. They did all of the extra things even though they would not in the contract and wouldn't take no for an...
P & M Construction
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Reviewed in November 2013
Needed to finish part of a mostly-finished basement to add an exercise room (or hobby workshop). Very prompt with giving an estimate, fair price, and very nice person. Work went fine, and he always kept me informed. Scott is great, would definitely hire again. Always responsive.
Precise Repair & Remodel
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Reviewed in November 2011
He painted a little extra and did not charge anything extra. He was really good and was meticulous about what he does. He came back later after we had damage in our hallway and painted that. He was out here right away to give me an estimate, he did more than he was supposed to do and he was just...
Jim Severtson Professional Painter
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Reviewed in October 2013
He didn't ever arrive on time and would disappear for days at a time. He would not answer calls or texts from me when I tried to inquire when he would be coming. He had numerous excuses as to why he did not show up. The job was supposed to take 3 weeks ( with a minimal amount of extra things I...
Cory Gayton
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