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Cransten
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joseph remodeled our bathroom and did an amazing job. Extremely trustworthy and detail oriented. Great with communication as well, which I appreciated. I strongly recommend."
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Empire Construction & Restoration
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It project went very well, the team of Robert and Jessica and their help were so professional and knowledgeable. They made me feel so comfortable knowing they were going to do the job right. And they sure did. I would recommend them for all your projects!"
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Awning over porch and ramp
Composite gray deck

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

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.

Anything having to do with the structure of your home, such as raising the ceiling, is usually the most expensive part of finishing a basement. Another project component that could be a surprisingly high expense is adding an exterior entrance. 

The cost of a walkout basement can be anywhere from $5,000 to $35,000.

If you’re not sure which method of raising the ceiling is best for you, here are a couple of considerations to help you make that decision. A professional ceiling company will be able to help you determine the best option for your home.

  • How long you are planning to live there: although raising the basement ceiling will increase the value of your home, if you’re planning to sell the house, then go for raising the house.

  • The condition of the foundation: to lower the floors, your foundation has to be intact whereas raising the house will allow you to restore the damaged foundation.

There are several small, inexpensive upgrades you can make to upgrade your basement. Although you still need to adhere to building codes and obtain permits when necessary, you can complete small but mighty tasks like painting the masonry walls and installing entertainment devices to make the space more usable. 

A walkout basement is considered to be partially below grade because at least one wall is entirely exposed. In some cases and in specific municipalities, inspectors and appraisers will still count walkout basements as below grade, which means the space can’t serve as living space or be rented out. If you intend on using the area as living space or a separate apartment, you should check with your local building department to make sure it’s legal to do so.

The Sumter, SC homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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