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: 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: How much does it cost to make bigger windows in a basement?

• <div><p>Making a window in a basement larger costs an average of $4,200. You&rsquo;ll need to pay an average of $550 to have a structural engineer plan the project, $500 to $1,500 for the installation labor, and an average of $2,200 for the excavation and window well installation. The remainder will go toward pulling permits, installing trim, and repairing drywall on the interior.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of a walkout basement?

• <div><p>Walkout basements cost more than other kinds of basements, and can also increase your risk of leaks as well as a loss of insulation, leading to higher heating and cooling costs. Improperly installed walkout basements may lead to structural issues with your foundation, so ensure you&rsquo;re working with a contractor who has extensive experience with this kind of basement. </p></div>

Q: How do I budget for a basement remodel?

• <div><p>The average cost of remodeling a basement is <b>$30 to $75 per square foot</b>. If your space is unfinished and looks like it may need more help, use the higher number when calculating your estimated basement remodeling costs. A good rule of thumb is to add an additional 20% to the top of your estimate to cover any &ldquo;what if&rdquo; situations.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
Redline construction does a wide range of construction jobs. We used them for a remodel project with jobs including framing, drywall, and tile. Each job has been done in a professional and timely manner and we are very pleased with their work. We will continue to use Redline construction for...
Red Line Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
We were extremely satisfied with the remodeling done. The work was performed very professionally. Always the workers were courteous and up to letting us change some unforeseen things along the way. Thank you for providing us with a "new house".
Peter Andrews Remodeling Home & Yard Maintenance
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Reviewed in January 2020
Steve was a pleasure to have in our house because he is polite and respectful. He is has a vast amount of knowledge from his many years experience in the field, and he strives for excellence. If there's any underlying problems he will fix them, he does not cover over any that could be...
Sullivan Home Service
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Reviewed in September 2019
We are so lucky to have found Pappas Enterprises. They have completed a lot of work for us to date. They remodeled my bedroom, made a new walk in closet, repaired a leaky wall in my son's bedroom, painted around our house, repaired leaks, replaced a very difficult window and helped with our...
Pappas Enterprises
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Reviewed in August 2017
AMAZING! The original kitchen, utility and two baths install was over 18 months ago during an extensive, two year long remodel effort...the last install was completed today! Through it all, Hernando ensured availability of matching granite in our entire 3700+ sq ft house (kitchen, 3 and 1/2...
Exotic Marble, Granite & Tile
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Reviewed in July 2012
The biggest problem I experienced was that the salesman oversold their company. Marcus and Troy, the people that did the job were punctual with stated arrival time, cleaned up worksite and removed all rubbish, very conscientious with customer service and communication.Sadly that can't be said...
Keystone Partners LLC
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Reviewed in December 2011
These people were in and out at all kinds of hours throughout the day and evening and never when they said they would be. They made a huge mess in the basement over a 3 week period of install, didn't appear to really know what they were doing and, in fact, never finished the job. Forgot to...
Staggs And Son LLC
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Reviewed in February 2011
We are active duty military and move around a lot. It is hard to find reputable, honest, & efficient repair services, whether for home or auto, when you are not in an area for a long time. We truly rely on Angie's List and the reviews. We bought a repo home, badly in need of repairs, and have...
Able Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in October 2010
Bob Birch & his wife are quite the team! Not only did they do the sheetrocking, finishing, and painting, but they also had to create a bulkhead down the hall due to plumbing and relocate some ceiling fixtures. They did those at no charge. The quality of their work is nothing short of...
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