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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>

Q: Does a finished basement count toward a home's square footage?

• <div><p>A finished basement does not always count as square footage, as this varies by state regulations. In areas that allow below-grade spaces to be included in a home's official square footage, the basement must typically meet certain conditions. These conditions often include having a functional egress and being a livable space with flooring, finished walls, and temperature control. To be certain, contact your local assessor to confirm your area's specific policies regarding basement square footage.</p></div>

Q: What is the hardest room to renovate?

• <div><p>While bathrooms and kitchens are nearly equal in terms of renovation difficulty, kitchens are the most challenging. Kitchen design, layout, electrical, and plumbing needs all depend on each other for the success of the entire project, and mistakes early in the project can cause trouble later on. </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: 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>

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Last update on May 06, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Thank you Southern Roots Restoration LLC! Brandon and his team were very professional helping me design my back deck after it was damaged in a storm. They were very informative and experienced. Very satisfied!
Southern Roots Restoration
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Reviewed in April 2026
Mr. Nunez and his crew did an excellent job with our roof, gutters and attic vent replacement. Highly recommend them!
Nunez Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Very professional and done in a timely manner! Will definitely recommend to anyone needing remodeling or renovation! The best!
Chato's Home Improvement
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Reviewed in March 2024
Thorough and professional remodel. Rebath (Tyler, TX) built a custom shower for us and plumbed/set a but. The planning phase was thorough, and Taylor did a good job of setting our expectations and explaining the process. Very professional. The installation was lights out; Cory is obviously...
Re-Bath East Texas
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Reviewed in March 2023
Very well my house looks 10 years newer!
Superior Wash Services
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Reviewed in July 2022
Amazing customer service, super helpful and knew all the answers to all my questions and concerns regarding the build !!
Striking C Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
We use the company for my daughter remodel bathroom we like them so much they do all the work on our rental houses!
Spur of the Moment
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Reviewed in March 2018
Mr. Boswell was very professional and friendly. He and his team had the disadvantage of a lot of rain during the remodel of our back porch. I will use this company again for any other project I would have.
Canyon Boswell Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2015
They showed up right on time and ready to go to work. They disconnected the electricity to a back porch that is being removed from the back of the house. <br /> They even took the time to answer questions regarding a remodeling job coming up in a few months. They were very detailed in...
Hargis Electric LLC
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Reviewed in October 2015
I called this morning (Monday) as we have a toilet stopped up. I told the young woman that we saw them on Angie's List and would like to have them come out and fix a toilet. She told me that they could not come out until a week from Thursday. Not THIS Thursday but NEXT Thursday. Her...
Malone Plumbing
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The Hudson's Do it All

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Basement - Remodel

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hudson Precision services LLC does vehicle lockouts , Roadside assistance. We are a 24 hour 7 days a week business. We also do hotshot hauling. So what ever you may need give us a call We will take care of it.

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

"They were really good, creative and the design process was really nice and the final project is very well done."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"I've know Jesse, the owner of AvWorx for many years. He has been my "go to" for so many projects too numerous to mention. He has always performed above and beyond on every single project. I highly recommend him. He's thorough, honest and skilled."

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Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Backyard Creations Construction Company

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Basement - Remodel

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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"Everything was great! They were amazing to work with. They guided me through the process and gave needed advice through experiences from other jobs. I thought that I was an experienced builder until I met these guys. I was so pleased with the job that I paid over the estimated price. Great people!!"

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Striking C Construction

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Basement - Remodel

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Amazing customer service, super helpful and knew all the answers to all my questions and concerns regarding the build !!"

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by71%of homeowners

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Amanda was really very good! At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it. It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about. I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Recommended by54%of homeowners

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Did a fantastic job on exterior paint and prep work. Turned yellow house into a soft forest green primary and toasted almond trim."

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Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did great doing all my work in the future refering him to others too"

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Response time2 days

Response rate91%

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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R.A.M. Roofing & Construction

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Basement - Remodel

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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"Absolutely wonderful company. Great customer service, very professional. I would recommend this company to anyone."

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Response time10 hrs

Response rate96%

Recommended by66%of homeowners

Serving Reno, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

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:

Replacing insulation
Replacing carpet or other flooring
Adding heating and cooling
Adjusting or adding walls and doors
Altering or adding plumbing elements

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 code safety requirements, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.

A finished basement does not always count as square footage, as this varies by state regulations. In areas that allow below-grade spaces to be included in a home's official square footage, the basement must typically meet certain conditions. These conditions often include having a functional egress and being a livable space with flooring, finished walls, and temperature control. To be certain, contact your local assessor to confirm your area's specific policies regarding basement square footage.

While bathrooms and kitchens are nearly equal in terms of renovation difficulty, kitchens are the most challenging. Kitchen design, layout, electrical, and plumbing needs all depend on each other for the success of the entire project, and mistakes early in the project can cause trouble later on.

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’re working with a contractor who has extensive experience with this kind of basement.

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.

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