Can I remodel a basement myself?

• <div><p>Unless you have extensive experience in construction work, remodeling a basement is best left to a professional. There are several tasks associated with this project that require exact precision, including:</p><ul><li><p>Replacing insulation </p></li><li><p>Replacing carpet or other flooring </p></li><li><p>Adding heating and cooling</p></li><li><p>Adjusting or adding walls and doors</p></li><li><p>Altering or adding plumbing elements</p></li></ul><p>If any of these elements is done incorrectly, it could severely impact the quality of your basement remodel and be dangerous. Changing a basement often comes with <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/finished-basement-code-requirements.htm">code safety requirements</a>, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.</p></div>

Does adding a bathroom to your basement increase home value?

• <div><p>Adding a bathroom to your basement can increase your home value since homes with multiple bathrooms sell for more. The return on investment (ROI) for a basement bathroom is <b>50% to 75%</b>. The actual return varies with your home and location. Adding a half bath to your home increases the value by 2.9% while finishing a basement increases the home value by 6.6%.</p></div>

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Q: What are the most expensive parts of finishing a basement?

• <div><p>Anything having to do with the structure of your home, such as raising the ceiling, is usually the most expensive part of finishing a basement. Another project component that could be a surprisingly high expense is adding an exterior entrance. </p><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-average-cost-add-exitwalk-out-my-finished-basement.htm">cost of a walkout basement</a> can be anywhere from $5,000 to $35,000.</p></div>

Q: How hard is it to put a bathroom in a basement?

• <div><p>Installing a bathroom in a basement isn&rsquo;t a project for most homeowners. Many parts&mdash;plumbing, electricity, and carpentry&mdash;go into this project, each requiring expert-level knowledge and tools. One miscalculation can lead to very expensive repairs. Plus, some homeowner&rsquo;s insurance might not pay for damages caused by a homeowner DIYing this project. You can protect yourself by allowing the pros to complete this job for you. </p></div>

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>

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Reviewed in May 2025
I hired Paramount Property Solutions for some kitchen remodel repairs, and they exceeded expectations. Levi was punctual, professional, and did quality work at a fair price. He explained everything clearly and even saved me money by recommending simple fixes. Honest, efficient, and local?I?ll...
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Reviewed in May 2024
Jordan S and Fen Remodeled our shower today. Wonderful job, fast working, and kept everything clean. Very efficient and so polite. I love my new bathroomÃ¢Â Â¦Ã¢Â Â¦.
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Reviewed in July 2021
Awesome. Our attic insulation was disturbed and mashed down during a recent remodel. It really wasn’t all that great prior to the remodel. We hired attic experts and they resealed around all lights, vents, etc… and then blew in a ton of insulation to R-60 specs. My attic now looks like a...
Attic Experts of Kentuckiana, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2017
We hired Sandusky Construction to install drywall in our basement as we were finishing it. They were punctual and did a great job. Any concerns we had as owners was quickly addressed and remedied. I highly recommend them.
Sandusky Construction
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Reviewed in May 2014
I could not possibly rate Aqua Lock any higher! They were responsive from the start, very professional, and kept in touch throughout the entire process. The employees always showed up on time, and kept everything neat and clean when they left. Once the system was installed, the owner himself...
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Reviewed in June 2013
They are easy to get into. If I go over in the early mornings, at 9:00 or 10:00, I can usually go walk right in and sit in the chair. I like that. It's not a big salon. In the mornings, they have two or three people working. In the afternoons, there would be more. It all depends what time of day...
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Reviewed in September 2012
I called for a non-urgent appointment to repair my drain plumbing to fix a drain backing up, mentioned above. I was given an appointment a day and a half away. Sounds fine to me. I live outside their regular service area (a 45-50 min drive from their shop). If it weren't for that fact, they...
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Reviewed in October 2009
I contacted Vincent Abell Contracting when we found that we had a leak around our chimney. We also wanted our front porch pillars replaced -- they were rotting out, and thanks to some woodpeckers, we've had quite a menagerie living in them, including a family of owls. I've always preferred to...
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