What should I consider when designing a bar in my basement?

• <div><p>Envision the type of bar experience you'd like to create for your guests. For example:</p><ul><li><p>Does your basement have enough finished space for bar stools or seating?</p></li><li><p>What type of additional lighting would set the tone for the room?</p></li><li><p>Are there basement windows or an HVAC system?</p></li><li><p>Do you need new plumbing in your basement for a proper wet bar?</p></li><li><p>Could you be happy with a built-in wall cabinet bar rather than a full-scale wet bar?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Are walkout basements included in square footage?

• <div><p>Walkout basements are not generally included in a home&rsquo;s square footage, although they may be if they meet certain conditions that depend on local regulations. A finished walkout basement used as a living space may be counted toward square footage in some locations as long as all codes for livable space are met.</p></div>

Q: What are some common mistakes when finishing basement walls?

• <div><p>Common mistakes when finishing basement walls include neglecting proper insulation, insufficient moisture management, and poor ventilation. Not addressing these issues can lead to mold growth, water damage, and discomfort. Additionally, inadequate planning, improper framing, and rushing the project can result in subpar outcomes. </p><p>It's essential to follow best practices, seek professional guidance if needed, and prioritize thoroughness and attention to detail.</p></div>

Q: What renovations add the most value to a house?

• <div><p>Home improvements that increase value not only enhance quality of life but also offer a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/remodeling-projects-highest-roi.htm">high return on investment (ROI</a>). Replacing a garage door has one of the best ROIs at 93%. Other high-ROI projects include remodeling your kitchen, installing a stone veneer, and replacing windows. These updates make homes more appealing to buyers and improve functionality, which helps if you plan to sell your home in the future.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a joist and a beam in a basement?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/joist-vs-beam.htm">Joists and beams</a> are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.</p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
We couldn't be happier with our new basement, thanks to Matrix! The space is beautifully designed and has quickly become the perfect spot for our family to relax and spend time together. Highly recommend Matrix for anyone looking to create a functional and inviting space in their home!
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Reviewed in May 2018
From start to finish this company was amazing! Starting with the free design consultation. An array of materials to choose from, one stop shop, no hidden fees, and best of all a lifetime warranty on all labor and materials!! I could not be any happier with the project!! Thank you Matrix Basement...
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Reviewed in December 2020
We absolutely enjoy our new finished basement! Matrix is the way to go ! It was a great experience from the initial meeting with the sales and design team to the project manager Daniel to Ramiro the lead carpenter along with the rest of the team who made our vision come alive. Everyone was...
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Reviewed in January 2018
Chris exceeded our expectations on multiple levels. I took me almost a year to find a contractor that I felt comfortable hiring. His quote was neatly laid out and broken down by plumbing, electrical, drywall, etc... His time estimate was very close to what was in the quote. We wanted to use our...
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Reviewed in February 2019
Went very well, many families came out to see the basement. Matrix was very professional, courteous and knowledgeable. Will reccomend to everyone. Look forward to showing again.
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Reviewed in July 2019
There needs to be an A+ button!! Regency Design and Build is seriously the most amazing remodeling company I have ever worked with! As someone who has done several kitchen remodels in different homes, as well as bathroom and basement re-designing and remodeling, I can honestly say that I have...
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Reviewed in May 2017
What a fantastic job! Wonderful owner and craftsmen...Gave us exactly what we had in mind and also had great suggestions too! Would definitely hire again for any kind of construction. They were so helpful when discovering a major problem that was found with our original construction and they...
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Reviewed in April 2014
Eric was great. We had about 5 estimates done on our basement. He came in right in the middle. We choose him because he seemed knowledgeable, trustworthy and genuinely like what he does for a living. Eric estimated that he wold finish the job in 4 - 5 weeks, which he was pretty much right on...
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Reviewed in October 2017
They did not return calls timely if at all. We had no idea when they would be working bc communication was horrible. The work was subpar and my husband is still fixing their mistakes. The salesman lied to us and told us they do not use subcontractors when every worker was a subcontractor. In...
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Reviewed in May 2017
Excellent. Chris is professional, honest, knowledgeable, and great to work with. We had no issues at all, and the work he did was top quality all around. We had extensive work done, from electrical to plumbing to custom details and he did it all beautifully. He was very thorough and made sure we...
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Christensen Carpentry

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We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Christiansen Carpentry strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Unprofessional, untimely, poor workmanship, stressful experience. Shawn did a LVP flooring install on two levels of my house, including the kitchen. Almost $8K for 1K SF. Flooring failed 1st time due to no subfloor leveling despite me asking twice if it was needed. 24 planks in 600 SF were separating in 2 weeks. Once I informed Shawn the floor was failing, his workers tried accessing my garage without permission to get tools. Seemed like they were trying to split on a bad job. Despite the bad job done, I worked with him on cost-effective products to try and save as much money as possible on the rework. Both levels of flooring had issues, but I only asked for main level to be redone. Ultimately, it took 4 months of poor communication and terrible customer service to finally get new flooring installed, still not level but holding????! Ultimately, the new flooring installed was left unfinished, leaving me to install trim, transitions, end caps, stair nosing and caulk on my own."

Michelle A on June 2025

"Unprofessional, untimely, poor workmanship, stressful experience. Shawn did a LVP flooring install on two levels of my house, including the kitchen. Almost $8K for 1K SF. Flooring failed 1st time due to no subfloor leveling despite me asking twice if it was needed. 24 planks in 600 SF were separating in 2 weeks. Once I informed Shawn the floor was failing, his workers tried accessing my garage without permission to get tools. Seemed like they were trying to split on a bad job. Despite the bad job done, I worked with him on cost-effective products to try and save as much money as possible on the rework. Both levels of flooring had issues, but I only asked for main level to be redone. Ultimately, it took 4 months of poor communication and terrible customer service to finally get new flooring installed, still not level but holding????! Ultimately, the new flooring installed was left unfinished, leaving me to install trim, transitions, end caps, stair nosing and caulk on my own."

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I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Jason was very professional did a fantastic job on my deck.Clean up and haul away was perfect would highly recommend him."

Rick V on August 2025

"Jason was very professional did a fantastic job on my deck.Clean up and haul away was perfect would highly recommend him."

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