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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>

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: 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>

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: Do general contractors require a down payment, and what is the typical payment schedule?

• <div><p>Yes, most general contractors require an initial down payment. A reasonable deposit is typically between 10% and 25% of the total project cost, although this can vary by project size and location. This upfront payment helps the contractor cover initial costs like materials, permits, licensing, and hiring subcontractors. The remaining balance is usually billed according to a schedule outlined in your contract, often tied to project milestones or completion dates. Be cautious of contractors who ask for a large deposit of 50% or more, as this could be a red flag for a scam.</p></div>

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Last update on October 10, 2024

Reviewed in October 2024
Frontier Structures has a very experienced crew. They were able to quickly work with challenges that come with renovating an older home. I am very happy with the result.
Frontier Structures LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
We hired the Craftsman Remodeling crew for 8-9 different odd jobs around our property. All jobs were completed to our total satisfaction. They did an excellent job and we would hire them again without question.
Craftsman Remodeling
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Reviewed in September 2021
I'm a very happy customer. Crew was on time every day. Clean-up was done daily. Everyone from sales personal, office & customer service personal and crew were very knowledgeable and helpful answering all my question. Everyone was very pleasant. The job was completed on time. Within a short...
Foundation Recovery Systems
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Reviewed in June 2021
Jorod was very easy to work with. He explained the whole process and helped us choose our products to be used in the remodel of our bathroom. He was very good at explaining the process and responding to texts and questions as we went along. He worked very neatly, and I felt secure having him...
Jorod Plumbing Restoration
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Reviewed in October 2018
They have done 4 different roofs for me in the past and completed a remodel in my home. They are also currently doing another project for me. They have always completed clean work, provided a sharp end product. They have great followup and are easy to work with. Everything I've wanted...
Steel Masters Roofing & Construction
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Reviewed in July 2016
The job was supposed to be 3 months long. It took more than 8 months. The plumbing in the remodeled bathroom for the bathroom had to be redone 3 times before done correctly, only to leave purple stains on the brand new tub. The plumbing in the new master shower leaked in two different places...
FRIGA CONSTRUCTION INC
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Reviewed in June 2013
Not a good experience. The windows were not installed correctly. Some of the windows were found to be held up by only a couple of fasteners. They also cut out king studs that support the walls and windows and did not repair the cut studding. The cut studs were just left hanging in the walls...
STEVE GARRETSON BUILDERS
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Reviewed in March 2013
Bath Fitter did a very high quality job, they were polite, and they gave us a very good warranty. It was a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for. It was fairly expensive for a remodel, but it was very high quality. They were conscientious of making sure that we were happy and that they didn't...
BATH FITTER
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Webster Construction

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Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

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I’m a young outgoing individual, I’ve had a full time job since I was 14 trying every trade you can think of I have several years of plumbing under my belt, I’m a skilled framer, I’ve done electric for several years and even done mechanical work, I found a love and passion for handyman work and decided I was ready to take the leap on my own! If you need anything done no job is to big or small don’t be afraid to reach out I’d love to come check it out for you!!

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Chris Dallas

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I have been a traveling superintendent for the last 5 years and and have been in charge of multi million dollar projects. Looking to find opportunities closer to home the traveling life needs to end

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Diederich Construction LLC

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Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

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Diederich Construction LLC is a bathroom remodeling and tile shower specialist serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas. We focus on high-quality tile work, custom showers, and curbless shower installations using proven waterproofing systems. Whether you’re updating a bathroom or building a custom walk-in shower, we deliver clean, professional results with attention to detail. Free estimates available.

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Pfeifer home remodeling

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Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"Stephen was very professional. They arrived on time every day, and always asked questions each step of the way to ensure we were happy with the outcome. When we didn't like the cabinets that were picked out for either side of the fireplace, Stephen custom built ones to our liking. We were very please with his services, would definitely hire him again."

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Ahmed Construction LLC.

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Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Excellent service and good quality work. Very professional. Highly recommend them for any construction work."

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Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Amanda was really very good! At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it. It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about. I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Infinity Homes Construction LLC

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Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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"They did a great job. Very detailed oriented. Clean and organized. Very responsive to questions. Will definitely use them again."

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Legacy Custom Home and Renovations

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Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Recommended by50%of homeowners

Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"Good communication, did everything they said they would, did the job well and in a timely manner"

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Complexly Simple Remodeling

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Serving Fair Play, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"He was very thorough on his work. he has done several jobs for me during many years, and all of the works have been great."

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Joists and beams 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.

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.

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 50% to 75%. 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%.

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.

Remodeling, as opposed to finishing, means altering an already finished basement by adding a bathroom, bedroom, or living area.

Yes, most general contractors require an initial down payment. A reasonable deposit is typically between 10% and 25% of the total project cost, although this can vary by project size and location. This upfront payment helps the contractor cover initial costs like materials, permits, licensing, and hiring subcontractors. The remaining balance is usually billed according to a schedule outlined in your contract, often tied to project milestones or completion dates. Be cautious of contractors who ask for a large deposit of 50% or more, as this could be a red flag for a scam.

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