What are the pros and cons of finishing a basement?

• <div><p>When considering finishing your basement, take into account a few pros and cons:</p><p>Pros</p><ul><li><p>Can increase the value of your home</p></li><li><p>Separate space from the rest of the house </p></li><li><p>Customize and personalize the basement to suit your needs and style</p></li><li><p>Increase the amount of living space in your home</p></li></ul><p>Cons</p><ul><li><p>May not regain enough value to cover the cost of finishing</p></li><li><p>Lack of natural light if it’s below ground level</p></li><li><p>Moisture or flooding can cause costly damage</p></li><li><p>Installing plumbing and electrical can be messy and costly</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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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>

Q: How much value does a finished basement add to a house?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-value-does-a-finished-basement-add.htm">Finishing your basement adds value to your home</a>, providing an average return on investment (ROI) of around 75%. That means the typical basement refinishing costs of $32,000 will add an average of $24,000 to the value of your property. The value added to your home will depend on the price you pay to have the work completed, the area you live in, the quality of the work and building materials, and more.</p></div>

Q: Is it OK to live in a finished basement?

• <div><p>Living in a finished basement is acceptable, but only if the space has the proper points of egress and includes smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors to ensure the safety of the occupants. A good way to ensure your finished basement is suitable for use as living space is to get the basement finishing project properly permitted. </p></div>

Q: Why do some old houses have a toilet in the basement?

• <div><p>Some older homes have toilets in the basement to combat sewage backups. This type of toilet, also known as a Pittsburgh potty, acted as a safety valve over the incoming sewer line. If a line backed up, it would back up into the toilet because it was the lowest fixture in the home, keeping it out of sight and away from the finished areas of the house.</p><p>Basement toilets were also used by workers with messy jobs, like those who worked in coal mines or steel mills. This way, they could clean up and avoid tracking dirt through their home.</p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Lee ran the electrical including a new breaker box for our apartment in the basement. His work is neat and efficient.
Lee Electric
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Reviewed in November 2023
What a great company! For any new construction, or remodel work give John at Patriot a call, you will not be disappointed.
Patriot Construction Company LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
The installer (Ben) who did my bathroom remodel did a fabulous job. He and his son were very professional and did a great job with everything.
Midtown Home Improvements, Inc (Atlanta)*
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Reviewed in March 2020
Joe and his entire staff did a wonderful job! We chose an intricate tile design and the floor looks beautiful....everything we had hoped for. They were very friendly and professional. Joe is very knowledgeable and we really appreciated his input and friendly assistance throughout the entire...
Premier Home Design & Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
Feth Construction installed a bathroom in our basement and we couldn't be happier. Tim was very helpful and knowledgeable and helped us to stay within our budget and brought up details I hadn't thought of. Their workmanship is great and you can tell they take great pride in their work and I...
Feth Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2016
Frank arrived on time and did a great job helping me figure out the source of the water in the basement. He was professional, courteous, and reasonable in his charges. I would call on him again without any question!
Danna Enterprises LLC
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Reviewed in January 2011
Dave was fast and precise... door works perfectly and is tight. He's currently in the middle of a substantial bathroom remodel that I will provide feedback on once completed.
Milender Home Repair
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Reviewed in January 2005
THEY WERE FANTASTIC. THEY HAULED AWAY TWO OLD FREEZERS THAT HAD BEEN LEFT FULL BEFORE THEY WERE DISCONNECTED. THEY ALSO WENT DOWN INTO THE BASEMENT AND REMOVED AN OLD REFRIGERATOR. THEY WERE CLEAN AND NEAT AND VERY PROFESSIONAL. I THOUGHT THE PRICE WAS A LITTLE HIGH AT FIRST, BUT THEN...
1-800-GOT-JUNK? St Louis
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