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Q: Are walkout basements included in square footage?

• <div><p>Walkout basements are not generally included in a home&rsquo;s square footage, although they may be if they meet certain conditions that depend on local regulations. A finished walkout basement used as a living space may be counted toward square footage in some locations as long as all codes for livable space are met.</p></div>

Q: Who do I hire for a basement remodel?

• <div><p>For most basement remodels, you&rsquo;ll want to hire a general contractor. This is for a number of reasons, but the main two are that general contractors have dedicated teams they are comfortable with, and hiring one means you only have to deal with one pro. You may also get a better project quote since they can lump all their work and subcontracting into a single quote. </p></div>

Q: How long should you wait after a new build to finish a basement?

• <div><p>You should plan on waiting at least a year and ideally two to three years after construction before finishing your basement. This will give the foundation time to settle in response to the weight of your home and the expansion of the surrounding soil. You can then repair your foundation and seal any cracks as needed before finishing it to reduce your risk of future leaks or other issues.</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: Can I remodel a basement myself?

• <div><p>Unless you have extensive experience in construction work, remodeling a basement is best left to a professional. There are several tasks associated with this project that require exact precision, including:</p><ul><li><p>Replacing insulation </p></li><li><p>Replacing carpet or other flooring </p></li><li><p>Adding heating and cooling</p></li><li><p>Adjusting or adding walls and doors</p></li><li><p>Altering or adding plumbing elements</p></li></ul><p>If any of these elements is done incorrectly, it could severely impact the quality of your basement remodel and be dangerous. Changing a basement often comes with <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/finished-basement-code-requirements.htm">code safety requirements</a>, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.</p></div>

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Last update on January 13, 2026

Reviewed in March 2025
Great professional service 10/10 amazing work highly recommend
Grass Bros LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
J. Francis was just the design/build firm we needed for our basement remodel! With the dynamic duo of Jessie and Jesse, we were always in good hands. From Jessie's thoughtful and creative vision for how we could best utilize our space during design, to Jesse's leadership and responsiveness...
J Francis Company LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Very responsive and completed the project on time
Dads Workshop
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Reviewed in April 2022
My job was small but it was treated like it was important nonetheless. He was professional, on time and very fairly priced. I will hire him again for upcoming electrical work.
TD Electric
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Reviewed in March 2021
I can't say enough good things about Sweet Success Contractors. I initially hired them for a huge plaster repair job. The previous owners of the house had hidden a roof leak behind a false wall in the master bedroom and it had left 10+ years of catastrophic damage. They did a complete...
SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS
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Reviewed in February 2021
Quick response time. Took care of issue promptly. Planning on having them do more work.
Phillips Roofing
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Reviewed in February 2021
Issac was responsive and transparent. Easy to work with and flexible. Remodeled kitchen, bathroom, and floors. Friendly.
Cardennelle Cabinetry, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2020
Jamie was diligent, thorough, and responsible throughout the entire basement remodel. He was clear about what he was going to do and how long it would take. When I asked him to take on more, he was willing to do so. He made suggestions throughout that improved the outcome. He was fair and...
JPK Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2018
For the past five to six years, Chris Jackson and his crew have done handyman work at my house, primarily gutter cleaning, without incident. In June, I asked that his team also fill any holes in my foundation that may be allowing little critters to get in my basement, in addition to cleaning the...
Chris Jackson's Contracting
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