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Q: Can you add a bathroom to an unfinished basement?

• <div><p>Yes, you can add a bathroom to an unfinished basement, but you&rsquo;ll want to take proper precautions if doing so. As with any bathroom addition, you&rsquo;ll need to make sure that it&rsquo;s approved by local building authorities first. With unfinished basements, you especially need to keep an eye on proper ventilation practices.</p></div>

Q: How hard is it to put a bathroom in a basement?

• <div><p>Installing a bathroom in a basement isn&rsquo;t a project for most homeowners. Many parts&mdash;plumbing, electricity, and carpentry&mdash;go into this project, each requiring expert-level knowledge and tools. One miscalculation can lead to very expensive repairs. Plus, some homeowner&rsquo;s insurance might not pay for damages caused by a homeowner DIYing this project. You can protect yourself by allowing the pros to complete this job for you. </p></div>

Q: 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>

Q: Do I need rebar on a basement floor?

• <div><p>Rebar is an essential part of reinforcing a basement floor, as not having it can impact its structural integrity. It helps absorb the tension factors that contribute to cracks in your floor and strengthens its load-bearing capabilities by evenly distributing the weight. Not including rebar could lead to an unstable floor, so don&rsquo;t skip it!</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to frame a basement?

• <div><p>Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn&rsquo;t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.</p></div>

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Last update on January 04, 2026

Reviewed in November 2025
Quality work! Frank came out for three jobs.. Two electrical jobs and one outdoor project. 1) installed new lights in my basement and moved the switches to a more logical location. 2) removed an old lamp post outside and shut off the electrical lines that ran to it. When my wife and I decide...
Dig Dug Electric LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
Capital Chimneys and Masonry Repairs contacted me the same day i requested a quote, and were able to visit to provide a quote within day or so. They then visited, and completed the chinking on an outside wall, repaired a wall in the basement, and were able to install a gutter to ensure the water...
Capital Chimneys and Masonry Repairs
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Reviewed in April 2025
We had Adams put in central air this week. We are very happy with the work done ! Tom G, Joey R , David , Ken , Donye and Zack all did a professional and complete job. Tom let us know What they were doing on each part and step of the job. They cleaned up each day afterwards. Very impressed...
Adams Heating & Cooling Inc
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Reviewed in September 2024
Livingston Tilesetters finished a portion of my basement, including framing, electric, drywall, paint and a beautiful tile floor. Work was completed on schedule and for a great price. Jared is the cleanest contractor Iâ ve hired and the first I will call in the future.
Livingston Tilesetters
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Reviewed in June 2024
So after paying Dump it LLC $5000 plus a $300 tip to drop a barn that they told me was going to cost 4000 and he will leave me a can for my remodel so this is what I came back to after paying him $5300 in cash horrible businessman decided that it wasnâ t enough money so he decided to dump a...
Dump It, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
Anthony and Steve were a pleasure to work with. They were friendly, extremely courteous and went the extra mile to get the work done well in a timely fashion. They tried hard to minimize any disturbance or inconvenience while we were here and the cleaned up afterwords â the basement never...
Empire Plumbing & Drain
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Reviewed in August 2022
Was waiting to see if the ground beetles (in the 1,000's) would finally disappear. Dread going down the basement as they come every year. I am praying this is the last time I will see them. Did not reply to you until I thought I could give you the most honest answer. They are very efficient...
Meerkat Pest Control, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
I requested quotes from 8 different HVAC companies. David from Hudson Valley Air Control is the only one who actually answered his phone. He gave me a quote the very next day after looking over our existing central air. He was well informed, answered all of my questions, addressed all of my...
Hudson Valley Air Control LLC
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Reviewed in October 2019
I had a major plumbing install done in my basement leaving a 6' x 3' hole that needed to be smoothed over. Moaiz was the only person I called who knew how to do the work. They did it well and in less than a day .I'm very happy
Dream Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2015
I purchased an Angie's List Deal last year. On the initial visit, it turned out that our HVAC unit was in too small of a space for them to get their equipment in (it's located inside our small storage unit in the basement). They let me know that they could do the work, but that they would need...
Richmond Restoration
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