How much basement wall bowing is acceptable?

• <div><p>Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness, or around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick structure, before it becomes an urgent situation. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time to have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-inspect-your-basement.htm">basement inspection</a> to determine if a repair is necessary, depending on the soil conditions and structural specifics. Walls nearing 4 inches of bowing will require significant repairs. More than 6 inches of bowing usually means the wall will need replacing. </p></div>

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Q: When should you not finish a basement?

• <div><p>Basements with persistent moisture problems or flooding shouldn&rsquo;t be finished until the moisture issues have been fixed. In addition, if your foundation is cracked, you have unmitigated radon levels, or you have asbestos or lead pipes, remediate the underlying problem before finishing your basement. Turning a basement into living space before fixing these issues can lead to serious health risks or structural damage. </p></div>

Q: What are popular design options for basement remodeling?

• <div><p>Key trends include home gyms, theatre rooms, additional rooms (bedroom/office), and more, with personalized styles reflecting individual preferences.</p></div>

Q: Is framing a basement challenging?

• <div><p>While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That&rsquo;s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation. </p></div>

Q: How do I plan for a basement remodel?

• <div><p>Create a checklist, reimagine the space use, set a realistic budget, choose materials and aesthetic details, and get professional support for guidelines and troubleshooting.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2025
I couldn’t be happier with the work done by Firm Foundation Builders on our deck remodel! From the very beginning, their team was professional, communicative, and clearly experienced. They helped us refine our vision, offered great suggestions, and handled every detail with care and...
FFB LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
Zack Shrift is an outstanding builder. He is meticulous and does things well. He has good tools and knows how to use them. Honest, upfront, easy to work with, and able to do any remodel or project you can imagine. I highly recommend his services.
Home Revamp LLC
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Reviewed in November 2024
We recently had the pleasure of remodeling our master bathroom with Alik and the team at Energize Builders. We began working on the plans together in January, and right from the start, the process was organized, thoughtful, and transparent. Alik ensured we got all our questions answered and even...
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Reviewed in June 2024
Rick did several months for me remodeling my entire house top to bottom. Excellent work
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Reviewed in December 2023
RH Construction has been one the very best companies I have ever hired. Communication was excellent, and their work ethic and skills were fantastic! They came every day weather permitting and worked all day every day until the job was completed. They did not take shortcuts, always doing the...
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Reviewed in December 2023
RH Construction has been one the very best companies I have ever hired. Communication was excellent, their work ethic and skills were fantastic! They cam every day weather permitting and worked all day every day until the job was completed. They did not take short cuts, always doing the proper...
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Reviewed in October 2023
We have use Diego and his team twice! He built a beautiful deck in our backyard and he remodeled our kitchen! He has always been extremely professional and easy to work with!
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Reviewed in January 2023
Not only did they give me a completely broken down list (down to the last nail) of the materials, they did it before the appointment even finished. I knew exactly what I was paying for what I wanted. The only reason it changed was because I changed the tile I wanted last second Would recommend...
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Reviewed in May 2016
I am a custom home builder and remodeler here in Indianapolis for the last 38 years. Dave Smith, with Big D painting has been doing all the painting on my projects since 1989. He consistently does a great job, shows up on time, gets the job completed on time, and most important, works well with...
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Reviewed in April 2015
The Deck Company provided professional workmanship on the tear down and remodel/rebuild our deck/patio. The crew worked relentlessly throughout each day, along with clean up of work area each day. The remodel included professional design and consult on all aspects of need and desired services....
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