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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 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>

Q: Does adding a bathroom to your basement increase home value?

• <div><p>Adding a bathroom to your basement can increase your home value since homes with multiple bathrooms sell for more. The return on investment (ROI) for a basement bathroom is <b>50% to 75%</b>. The actual return varies with your home and location. Adding a half bath to your home increases the value by 2.9% while finishing a basement increases the home value by 6.6%.</p></div>

Q: Is it normal for a contractor to ask for a down payment, and how much should you pay up front?

• <div><p>It is common for a contractor to ask for a down payment before starting a project, especially for jobs that require purchasing materials and equipment or hiring a crew. The deposit amount can range from 10% to 50% of the total job cost. While a request for up to 50% is not unusual, a contractor should not ask for more than that, and you should never pay for a project in full before the work has begun. To protect yourself, always discuss payment terms before starting and have a written contract that outlines the project timeline and expectations. Additionally, be sure to hire reputable contractors and check their licensing and insurance before the project begins.</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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Last update on April 24, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
I can?t imagine how everyone here is saying that they listen. This was absolutely to our experience. On any given day we never knew who was going to show up and what work was being done even thought we multiple times said that the bathroom was the priority they kept working on the secondary...
JNG Building Services
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Reviewed in February 2026
I own a small construction company and We have partnered w Trent and his team on multiple projects from simple drywall repairs to whole remodels and they were very professional and exceeded my expectation?s expectations in all areas
T Square Construction
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Reviewed in January 2026
The worst contractor experience ever. In my opinion they are not qualified to take on bathroom remodeling. Not even close.
Kennison Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
Jason was hired to replace my master bathroom tub. Failed to support the tub, just placed it on the plywood and now the tub cracks. Jason also did my basement heat, wouldn’t show up then didn’t secure the pex pipe down. Pipes flex and bounce in the walls. Avoid this company at all costs. When...
LAVOIE PLUMBING & HEATING
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Reviewed in June 2020
Paul Swann evaluated our foundation problem and referred us to an engineer who provided a detailed repair plan. Unfortunately, the nature and scope of the proposed repair plan was outside the parameters of what Northern Basement System's themselves could provide. We appreciated their honesty and...
Northern Basement Systems
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Reviewed in September 2019
I worked with Sveta and Alex on my bathroom remodeling project and I absolutely loved their service! Very professional people, first of all my project was completed in discussed time frame, as you may know it not always the case with remodeling:) Sveta was awesome, she helped me to pick the tile...
Remodel Washington DC
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Reviewed in September 2015
They showed up when scheduled, the worker was very professional and efficient. He fully explained why this occurs in a basement and what he was going to do to mitigate the problem. I have had no water seepage since that date. I have been trying to fix this for 2 years myself and am thrilled...
VT Concrete Cutting & Concrete Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2013
Doug showed up on time and installed a number of outlets, including one that is connected to the generator in case I get a freezer, and several overhead lights in a very dark side of the basement. The builder's electrician had also put all of the overhead lights on one switch, even though there...
Reliant Electric Works
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Reviewed in August 2012
I had water that poured out of a bathtub seal into my crawlspace below my bathroom in the basement. We did not know about it. They did a wonderful job. When the person came to give me the estimate he explained how he saw what needed to be done in words that a layman can understand. He went...
BIOSERV ENVIRONMENTAL INC
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Reviewed in December 2011
This spring Mr. Derry quoted removing existing shingles, adding new drip edge and standing seam metal for our house and porch. This was to also include getting rid of the old shingles. He explained the cost in detail including cost of each valley (2) and going around 2 skylights. He advised that...
Bryan L. Derry Carpentry & Woodworking
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Fresh Start Remodeling and Repair, LLC

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Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James and crew were great! Priced well and quality work. Will hire again, highly recommend."

Response time1 day

17 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by45%of homeowners

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Sunrise Property Maintenance, LLC

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Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He showed up on time, and completed in two weeks a job that I'd been waiting for over two years for a different contractor to accomplish."

+14

Response time1 day

Response rate85%

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"He did a great job and saved me $2000 from the other Quotes. He was also the only one that took the time to go up on the roof to check it out before he gave me the quote. I would rehire in the future. Also he charged me what he quoted me"

+56

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Kennison Construction LLC

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Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great customer service! Emilio communicated extra problems and helped us deal with them as well as the ceiling replacement! I have more projects that they will come back and complete in the spring!"

19 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by53%of homeowners

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Bow-Vin Enterprise, LLC

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Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Customers say: Quality work

Bow-Vin Enterprise LLC is committed to making our clients' dreams a reality in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

+55

Response time2 days

17 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Blanchard Design Build

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Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

Warranties offered

"Jason did an excellent job shoring up our basement. He was a professional with an excellent work ethic. His work was exactly as explained, neat and clean. Jason was respectful of our space. He offered suggestions to improve gutters to direct water away from the house And he is dog friendly I would highly recommend Jason Blanchard."

+43

Response time5 days

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Cory, Jabez, Kyle were great. Cory is very professional, knowledgeable and flexible. He was very quick in scheduling my work and went above and beyond which was refreshing in this time. I would hire him again and will recommend Cory to friends."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by68%of homeowners

Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Never presented a bill for work. Would just be halfway through a task and ask for money. Did an appalling job refinishing my floor and I had to get it redone. Way overcharged for work done. Then disappeared from sight.
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Custom handicap bathroom with oval floor level shower in an old house with custom built pocket doors and barn board walls

Recommended by72%of homeowners

Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a roofing emergency due to ice damage. Dana was able to complete the job quickly before there was further damage. He is knowledgeable, offers good solutions based on his experiance, and does fine work."

+91

Response time9 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Waterville, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"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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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

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.

The average cost of remodeling a basement is $30 to $75 per square foot. 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 “what if” situations.

Adding a bathroom to your basement can increase your home value since homes with multiple bathrooms sell for more. The return on investment (ROI) for a basement bathroom is 50% to 75%. The actual return varies with your home and location. Adding a half bath to your home increases the value by 2.9% while finishing a basement increases the home value by 6.6%.

It is common for a contractor to ask for a down payment before starting a project, especially for jobs that require purchasing materials and equipment or hiring a crew. The deposit amount can range from 10% to 50% of the total job cost. While a request for up to 50% is not unusual, a contractor should not ask for more than that, and you should never pay for a project in full before the work has begun. To protect yourself, always discuss payment terms before starting and have a written contract that outlines the project timeline and expectations. Additionally, be sure to hire reputable contractors and check their licensing and insurance before the project begins.

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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