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Q: 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>

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: How much basement wall bowing is acceptable?

• <div><p>Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.</p></div>

Q: Is finishing a basement worth it, and how much value does it add?

• <div><p>Yes, in most cases, finishing a basement is worth the cost. The project adds valuable, usable square footage to your home and typically provides a return on investment (ROI) of 70% to 75%. For example, an average basement refinishing project costing $32,000 could add between $22,400 and $24,000 to your property's value. The final value added depends on factors like your location, the quality of materials and workmanship, and the features you include, such as a living space, bedroom, or bathroom. To be officially counted in your home's total square footage, the finished space must comply with all local building codes, including requirements for points of egress. However, in areas prone to flooding, a finished basement might be seen as a liability by potential buyers and could potentially decrease your home's value.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of remodeling a basement?

• <div><p>Renovation enhances functionality, increases home value, and can add new space for personal or family needs. It typically modernizes older unfinished basements for new uses.</p></div>

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Last update on July 23, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
He did absolutely more than I expected. In that I had an idea of what I wanted for a redo of my laundry room and he made it a reality!! He totally understood the want, needs and expectations of the job needed. We already have plans for additional rooms he will be remodeling for us and I have...
JP and Sons Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
Ryan Howard came out to assess our situation with water coming in the basement. He took the time to draw up a solution to fix several things. Ryan explained exactly what the process would be.
Foundation Recovery Systems
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Reviewed in August 2024
Dennis is very skilled in many areas of remodeling and provided very useful advice with ideas and purchase decisions. He was very conscientious to get things looking very nice and despite the messiness of the project, he always cleaned up nicely at the end of the day.
PROMINENT CRAFTSMANSHIP BUILDERS LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Luke was very prompt and professional. He repaired our basement leaks and when we developed another leak in another store room, he rushed right back. He cured all our problems at an affordable price. We would definitely call him immediatly with any foundation problems.
Popes Foundation Crack Repair
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Reviewed in December 2023
Josh and his team did excellent work. The tile work in my bathroom is beautiful. They replaced the flooring in my whole house and I love it. The team was very professional. I will definitely hire Fleuryâ s home remodeling on the next project a bathroom addition.
Fleury Home Repair & Maintenance
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Reviewed in December 2023
Originally worked on our A/C unit. Was very impressed with knowledge, quick diagnosis, and fair pricing. We then decided he was a good choice to do a basement remodel. We are extremely pleased with his workmanship and customer service. Would recommend to anyone.
Buck Home Services
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Reviewed in February 2023
We contacted them as we were having water issues in our basement that was being caused by water from the sloping of our sidewalk and driveway. Once they finished, our basement has been dry. I would refer them to others.
Mudjackers and Concrete Repair
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Reviewed in August 2022
I can't say enough good about Shawn and his sons. Everyone of them are total professionals and experts in their craft. They finished my basement project from framing, thru sheet rock, plumbing, electrical to paint. I've already hired them for my next project. 100% recommend...
Marsh Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
We hired Stonehaus last year to remodel our master bathroom. They helped us from design to job completion and were professional every step of the way. The quality was impeccable and they were great to work with. We highly recommended Stonehaus Tile.
Noblehaus Living
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Reviewed in August 2019
This company needs a lot of work on communication. I would be concerned about hiring them as their reliability is questionable as well. Requested estimate for basement remodel. Charged $600 for design work. I have the email trail to document the following. It took 5 weeks to get the design...
221 Construction LLC
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Bryan Casey Construction

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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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Credit card accepted

"We hired Bryan Casey Construction to finish our basement. They did quality work from the initial design and layout to the final touch ups. Each stage of the work was generally on time and the workers were professional and helpful. Julie was great to provide design consultation and kept us up to date on the project status. Bryan was on site to oversee pieces of the project, as needed. They were quick to fix any issues that were encountered along the way. We are very pleased with the end result and highly recommend the company!"

Formal Living Room Turned Into The Dining Room

+49

Response time10 mins

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Decker Service Professionals

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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Warranties offered

"Dustin and Alex repaired, caulked, replaced and repainted damaged baseboards, doors, windows, and wood rot. They also power washed the exterior of the house and cleaned out the garden and yard. In the past they have installed storm windows and done other interior repairs. I love having them here. They are friendly, very polite, and professional. In addition, they clean up better than I would! I was one of Guy's first clients and am so glad I was. I strongly recommend all three gentlemen. They are always welcome here, even if it's just for a glass of tea!"

Discolored and faded due to weather and sun

+66

Response time1 day

Response rate96%

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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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"The Kitchen look super nice"

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Daymian M

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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

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Hello my name is Daymian! I have done just about everything including whole home remodel. I am a contractor aswell. If I can't do it I know someone who can!

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Spur Oak Property Group

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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Spur Oak Property Group is a property care and project support company based out of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, serving homeowners, rental owners, businesses, churches, and organizations throughout the greater Kansas City area.\n\nWe help with repairs, maintenance, cleaning, make-ready work, painting, flooring, rental support, senior home maintenance, outdoor upkeep, and larger property improvement projects by connecting clients with dependable, vetted professionals and keeping the process organized.\n\nSpur Oak was built around trust. With a local law enforcement background, I understand how important it is to know who is coming into your property. That is why we focus on reliable professionals who value honesty, communication, and respect. Licensed, insured, bonded, permitted, or specialized work is handled through properly qualified professionals.\n\nOur goal is to give clients peace of mind through honest communication, dependable follow-through, and property care by people you can trust.

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All Dry Kansas City North

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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

"THE CALM DURING THE STORM. After receiving 6 inches of rain within a 24 hour period my basement started to take on water and it was more than my shop vac could handle. I needed help and I needed it fast. My wife contacted All Dry after a friend of ours recommended them. They were at our house within the hour. OUTSTANDING! Jason and Jeremy arrived with smiles on their faces and quickly came in to ***** the situation. Then they got to work. They made quick work of the cleanup to. They came back the next day to follow up and make sure everything was good. Thank you Jason and Jeremy!! I would highly recommend this company to my friends."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"by David & Miyoko
Ethos Kitchen & Bath LLC epitomizes
Aristotle qualities of an ethical person - good sense, good moral
character and goodwill. Company founder David Gurwell
used these attributes in focusing on our needs in delivering a job well done and
at a very reasonable price. We were always first consulted before purchase of
materials regarding
best choices in price and quality. Our newly finished
tile bath is worthy of royalty and has, no doubt, greatly
enriched the value of our home. Both David and his Manager,
son Ben, demand quality of their "crafted artisans"
and each delivers. All were honest, reliable, polite, clean and thoughtful.
Thank you Angie's List! We highly recommend this
company - they'll be our first choice in any future renovation.
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Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Ahmed Construction LLC.

5.0(

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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company was very easy to work with and did an amazing job with our project! I kept adding additional tasks throughout the planning part and they were still able to complete them all. They were also VERY reasonably priced and were able to do all kinds of tasks. We will definitely be using them for future projects!"

Response time1 day

Response rate86%

Recommended by64%of homeowners

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Trinity Renovations and Construction

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Serving Lawson, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very pleased with the performance of Trinity Renovations, we had a major plumbing issue that caused extensive damage to our ceiling in the dining room and living room. They responded quickly with the initial phone call and even met me the same day, which was a Sunday, to go over the project. After coming up with a solution and submitting us with a very fair bid we agreed to hire them.We were pleased to learn that they would be on the job quickly and complete in trhe same manner. They even helped us on some smaller issues at no charge. great people , courteous, and extremely productive. We are very pleased with the outcome."

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Envision the type of bar experience you'd like to create for your guests. For example:

Does your basement have enough finished space for bar stools or seating?
What type of additional lighting would set the tone for the room?
Are there basement windows or an HVAC system?
Do you need new plumbing in your basement for a proper wet bar?
Could you be happy with a built-in wall cabinet bar rather than a full-scale wet bar?

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.

Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.

Yes, in most cases, finishing a basement is worth the cost. The project adds valuable, usable square footage to your home and typically provides a return on investment (ROI) of 70% to 75%. For example, an average basement refinishing project costing $32,000 could add between $22,400 and $24,000 to your property's value. The final value added depends on factors like your location, the quality of materials and workmanship, and the features you include, such as a living space, bedroom, or bathroom. To be officially counted in your home's total square footage, the finished space must comply with all local building codes, including requirements for points of egress. However, in areas prone to flooding, a finished basement might be seen as a liability by potential buyers and could potentially decrease your home's value.

Renovation enhances functionality, increases home value, and can add new space for personal or family needs. It typically modernizes older unfinished basements for new uses.

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