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Q: What is considered a finished basement?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>Remodeling, as opposed to finishing, means altering an already finished basement by adding a bathroom, bedroom, or living area.</p></div>

Q: Is it cheaper to build up or add a basement?

• <div><p>Building up by adding square footage to the top of your home is often less expensive than adding a basement, but it depends on the specifics of your house, your property, and supply costs. Because building a basement requires excavation, it can be a more expensive option than building up.</p></div>

Q: Do I need permits for flooded basement cleanup or repairs?

• <div><p>Permits may be required for major repairs, structural work, or electrical and plumbing restoration after a flood. Check with your local building department to determine permit requirements and associated fees for your flooded basement cleanup project. Obtaining the correct permits helps ensure work is done safely and up to code.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between a joist and a beam in a basement?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/joist-vs-beam.htm">Joists and beams</a> are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.</p></div>

Q: How much basement wall bowing is acceptable?

• <div><p>Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.</p></div>

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Last update on January 21, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
Mr. Flowers has been my A/C guy for 10 yrs. I am a contractor that does new construction and remodels commercial and residential Tony has always been knowledgeable and professional in everything he does
ColdAir Mechanical
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Reviewed in January 2024
Fantastic Experience- HIGHLY Recommend!!! The entire staff were very professional, they did an awesome job. Thank you !!! J&Y Remodeling.
J&Y Remodeling
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Reviewed in December 2023
I recently had some remodeling done by Mr. Daniel Flores and his crew, and let me tell you, I am beyond thrilled with the results! They did an incredible job on everything. The work was top-notch and completed in a timely manner. The workers were super professional throughout the entire...
Grace Landscaping & Tree Service
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Reviewed in December 2022
Crystal and Walter were great to work with and helped us progressively problem solve through multiple stages of remodeling our bedroom. They were a pleasure to work with and we are very happy with the results.
Rangel's Drywall & Painting LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Troy did an amazing job. He was very professional and knowledgeable of what I needed done. I would definitely call him again for all my remodeling needs
Metro Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2022
Ron did a whole house remodel next door and the house sold in 1st day. Heâ s done my whole kitchen and bathroom and I get compliments all the time. Iâ ve used him for handyman repairs and he has great connections for plumbing and electrical. Heâ s friendly, patient and reliable.
Rons Home Improvement
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Reviewed in June 2022
Josh McAlister and his team were professionals. They arrived every day at the time when they said. They were respectful of our property and always informed us when problems were found. We were definitely pleased with the work they did (tear down of old deck, replace and paint of rotten boards...
McAlister Construction
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Reviewed in March 2022
Texas Made Windows is a fantastic company. Jerry and his team did a great job from start to finish. The custom window we needed to correct a window remodel was a unique situation. After calling different window companies, we finally found Jerry who provided a solution with cost-saving options....
Texas Made Windows and More
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Reviewed in March 2020
We had GIS Contracting do extensive- interior and exterior- remodeling work on our home in late 2017. There were some red flags early on, but things seemed to be going well enough and we had already paid the deposit up front so we continued with the project anyways. Unfortunately, things only...
GIS Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2019
We remodeled a 1950's home with two original front entrances. We converted one front door to a window. We hired Mr. Sealey to fill the void and to create the patch. He provided excellent customer service from the very beginning in answering all of our questions. We met on a Wednesday to go over...
Quality First Masonry
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Unique Remodeling and Floor Designs

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"I was so excited with the work Unique Remodeling did for me. I had been trying for nearly a year to get a remote controlled electric attic ladder installed. Most I talked to had no idea they existed. I company never even started it even after collecting my deposit. When Albert responded to an online inquiry, I was so impressed with his professionalism & enthusiasm, Albert kept me informed of every aspect of the install. He is highly skilled & knowledgeable. What he’s unfamiliar with, he thoroughly researches. High quality, reliable, aesthetically pleasing work. I also needed grab bars installed in both of bathrooms. I asked Albert if he could install. Again friendly, professional, quality, prompt workmanship. In all that he does, I witnessed a high level of attention to detail and efficiency in completing the jobs with minimal disruption. Albert did an admirable job cleaning everything up and removing all debris. I highly recommend Unique Remodeling & Floor Design!"

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"Handyman Carpentry came through for me and my family! Our door was kicked in and I needed to feel safe immediately. Mr. Kevin came through with a fast response, and great work. He kept in contact throughout the entire time! Reasonable and fair pricing. This was an emergency for me and Mr. Kevin and his squad came through. We will definitely be calling on him again for more carpentry and home improvement jobs! Thank you and I pray nothing but growth and success for you and your business!!"

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We aim to please the client, our jobs are done as if we were working on our own homes. Providing excellent Customer service is our main goal. We thrive on good reviews and returning customers and referrals.

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CW Custom Builders is a high-quality residential and commercial construction company serving Central Texas. We handle all phases of construction—from new builds to remodeling and additions—while priding ourselves on a foundation of honesty and integrity. Call today to get your project underway 830-391-9897.

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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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Hi, my name is Joshua. I am a father to three awesome children. I love it when you have a vision and I can help make it come to life. I take great pride in my work and my work ethic

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NELSON HOME SERVICES LLC

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We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!\n

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"Jon can do it all. He's completely remodeled our bathroom, built a deck for us, and replaced an exterior door. He does all of the work himself, so you don't have to worry about a variety of people coming by. He's great a communicating and is clear about what he plans to do. Jon is always the first person I call when I have a project I need help with."

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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.

Building up by adding square footage to the top of your home is often less expensive than adding a basement, but it depends on the specifics of your house, your property, and supply costs. Because building a basement requires excavation, it can be a more expensive option than building up.

Permits may be required for major repairs, structural work, or electrical and plumbing restoration after a flood. Check with your local building department to determine permit requirements and associated fees for your flooded basement cleanup project. Obtaining the correct permits helps ensure work is done safely and up to code.

Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.

Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.

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