Should I buy or build a custom basement bar?

• <div><p>If you have the woodworking experience to build a bar from scratch and you have the time, DIYing the work is a no-brainer and can save a few thousand dollars. However, if you’re looking to include a sink, additional lighting fixtures, or high-end bar tops and cabinets, it’s usually a better idea to call in a pro. It will cost more, but the finished product will likely be worth it.</p></div>

Which raising basement ceiling option is best for you?

• <div><p>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 href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/ceiling-companies/">A professional ceiling company</a> will be able to help you determine the best option for your home.</p><ul><li><p>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.</p></li><li><p>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.</p></li></ul><p></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: What are the hardest parts of finishing a basement?

• <div><p>Roughing in and connecting utilities are the hardest parts of finishing a basement, and they&rsquo;re the parts we typically don&rsquo;t recommend doing as a DIY project. Unfortunately, your finishing timeline can be extended by weeks while you wait for contractors and inspectors to install electrical wiring, plumbing lines, and heating/cooling equipment and carry out inspections.</p></div>

Q: Would the newly raised basement ceiling need to be finished?

• <div><p>You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-paint-walls-ceiling-and-trim.htm">paint your ceiling</a> or install a drywall ceiling if the ceiling is unfinished, as they take up less headroom than drop ceilings. </p><p>If there are pipes in the way of ceiling installation, you can do one of two things: reroute the pipes or adjust the installation to fit, which will cost extra.</p></div>

Q: Which raising basement ceiling option is best for you?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;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 href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/ceiling-companies/">A professional ceiling company</a> will be able to help you determine the best option for your home.</p><ul><li><p>How long you are planning to live there: although raising the basement ceiling will increase the value of your home, if you&rsquo;re planning to sell the house, then go for raising the house.</p></li><li><p>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.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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After the initial consultation where we gave him the architectural plans, we didn't hear from him for a week and a half. Then he showed up at our house stating he needed to measure because the plans we gave him weren't accurate. He was obviously very sick and he stated he had the flu and...
Loviolette Enterprises
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Reviewed in October 2025
Roco excavation did a Very good job came and demolished a old barn on my property here in Jerrell Tx knock it down and hauled the trash away I didn’t have to worry about anything
Roco Excavation
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Luis and his work partner did an amazing quality of work for a fraction of what could be found anywhere. They were very skilfull at interior remodeling, working extremely hard under challenging conditions (heat, dust, funky previous construction), walking around all over the house on stilts...
Golden Acoustic System & Builds LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
I needed a kitchen remodel and to add storage and a floating desk to convert an unused space into a home office and they did not disappoint! Eli and Aaron are both very hard working guys and were very professional and communicative thru the entire process! I would definitely hire again and...
Collins brothers construction llc
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Reviewed in February 2022
Was looking for someone to pour a concrete slab. After talking to Jason he quoted me the slab and metal building to go on it and saved me lots of money. Not only that but when Jason showed as he promised, a welcome change from where I just relocated from, he arrived with equipment in tow and...
Flintrock Construction
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My wife and I simply love the bathroom remodel that Hodges Remodeling Company completed for us. My wife now has the bathing oasis she needs after a hard day at work. A happy wife makes a happy life! Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â°Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â Ã Â
Harts Little Company LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
We worked with Carlos on a home improvement and it has been a disaster. We were bidded $79,300 for 2 small decks, 2 bathroom remodel and a kitchen remodel. The scope of work had everything right, however the contract didn't match it. The contract was incredibly vague as far as how much was...
Discount Roof
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Reviewed in March 2021
Dennis earns a 5 star rating for his fair pricing, reliability, work ethic and quality of work. We contracted with Dennis after visiting with several masons, and selected him because of his humility, quiet professionalism, extensive work history and earlier work he did as a subcontractor for a...
LTC Brick and Stone
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Reviewed in June 2020
The owner Mr. Conley is very professional and knowledgeable about home improvements. When other contractors could not get me on the schedule for months, Mr. Conley and his crew began work within a week. The estimate I received was two thirds less than his competitors, but the quality of work was...
G.I.D. Remodeling & Services, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
Absolutely would not recommend! Mike was hired to oversee and coordinate 2 new foundations, climate controlled dog kennels built inside a new barn, install a water line, add electricity, and remodel the existing home with a new kitchen, floors, and mater bathroom. Mike brought in his own...
Armatino Contracting
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"Robert Wieland is a man of integrity, very professional and very knowledgeable. They do everything and they do it with excellence. I have hired n worked with a lot of contractors, but Robert Wieland is #1 on my list and I refuse to hire anyone else anymore, Robert will be my go to contractor. They remodeled my entire house, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Kitchen, and laundry room. They demo, they paint, they float, they lay tiles, install lights, plugs, install light switch, install ceiling fans with lights, heater air and light for bathroom. They do everything and they do it with excellence. Robert listens to the customers needs and helps them make better, wiser, and budget friendly decisions. They are very good."

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"Nate Davis came out on time me repaired the doors in less time than his estimate,He gave me an estimate on repairing damaged siding and repairing and painting a room the work was finished under his estimate I highly recommend him for any remodeling and repairs"

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I’ve worked in construction since 2016 straight out of high school I currently work for a construction contractor but I am looking to take on other projects and continue to make customers proud , I’m very flexible, reliable and responsive. Very easy to get along with. The company that I currently work for understands that I do side projects, and supports it. U can look us up @ Quality Remodel San Antonio “QRSA” on google. We do residential & commercial, remodeling, doors, windows, walls, paint, ext…… u can also contact me directly at [email protected] & (210)-3269631

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

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.

If you have the woodworking experience to build a bar from scratch and you have the time, DIYing the work is a no-brainer and can save a few thousand dollars. However, if you’re looking to include a sink, additional lighting fixtures, or high-end bar tops and cabinets, it’s usually a better idea to call in a pro. It will cost more, but the finished product will likely be worth it.

Roughing in and connecting utilities are the hardest parts of finishing a basement, and they’re the parts we typically don’t recommend doing as a DIY project. Unfortunately, your finishing timeline can be extended by weeks while you wait for contractors and inspectors to install electrical wiring, plumbing lines, and heating/cooling equipment and carry out inspections.

You can paint your ceiling or install a drywall ceiling if the ceiling is unfinished, as they take up less headroom than drop ceilings.

If there are pipes in the way of ceiling installation, you can do one of two things: reroute the pipes or adjust the installation to fit, which will cost extra.

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.

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