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: How do I know if my basement walls are suitable for finishing?

• <div><p>To determine if your basement walls are suitable for finishing, assess their structural integrity and moisture conditions. Look for any signs of damage, such as cracks, bowing, or excessive moisture. Ensure proper drainage and address any underlying issues before proceeding. </p><p>Consult with a professional if you're uncertain about the structural stability or potential risks associated with finishing your basement walls.</p></div>

Q: Can you finish a basement with no windows?

• <div><p>Egress windows or doors are required in finished basements to meet safety and building codes. If your basement is unfinished and used as a storage space, egress windows are not required, but anything considered a habitable space must have an additional point of egress in addition to the stairs.</p></div>

Q: What's the difference between remodeling a basement and finishing a basement?

• <div><p>Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms. </p><p><b>Finishing a basement</b> is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.</p><p><b>Remodeling a basement</b> means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring. </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>

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Reviewed in June 2024
David Elliott was professional, knowledgeable, and he and his crew worked quickly and efficiently. They remodeled our bathroom and the work was excellent.
Elliott & Co, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
Very professional, I described what I wanted done in my bathroom and he was able to design install and remodel exactly the way I wanted . His works is beautiful. Would Definitely recommend. Very reliable. Will be hiring him again for any work I need done.
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Reviewed in November 2022
TAR HEEL BASEMENT SYSTEMS JUST FINISH MY JOB I AM VERY PLEASED WITH EVERTHING PAUL H***** MEET WITH ME AND SURVEYED THE JOB AND GIVE A QUOTE WHICH I EXCEPTED BRIAN AND JOHN WERE THE MEN THAT PUT EVERTHING IN THEY WERE ON TIME ANSWERED ALL MY QUSTIONS I COULD NOT HAVE ASK FOR A BETTER MEN...
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Reviewed in September 2022
Phenomenal experience from start to finish. Highly recommend. Dave, Gary, & Corey, Thank you! From 1st consolation to completion of foundation project work, I could not be more pleased. On time, demonstrated strong work ethics, made sure at the end of each day they tidied up areas &...
Tar Heel Basement Systems, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
We had a complete bathroom remodel done with custom shower and custom cabinets. From start to finish, everything was perfect. Dawn Smith was a pleasure to work with and all of the people that helped make this happen were amazing. They are very conscientious about their work and communication...
Smith & Company Custom Homes & Remodeling, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2016
Jonathan contacted me quickly following my request via Angie's List. He came out the next day to observe the situation and provide a quote to replace, but was kind and professional enough to inform me that the surface could actually be refinished for a lot less. He said he did not do that type...
Affordable Remodeling Solutions INC.
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Reviewed in October 2014
David, the owner, knows the situation we are in and said he could do it in 4 days. There were a few extra issues like finding som of the sub-floor was rotted and need to be replaced that caused some extra work and delays. We thought 4 days was unrealistic and expected 2 weeks. We are now 6 weeks...
Advanced Roofing & Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2014
i was in serious panic mode when water started gushing out of our downstairs toilet. Called Citty (the company that fixed an unrelated problem when our house, before it became our house, was being inspected), and they had someone out to us within about 20 minutes on a Saturday. He worked it...
Citty's Plumbing and Pools, Inc.
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