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Freshly poured concrete floor in a basement lowering project with visible support beams and waterproofing membrane.

Basement Lowering: Expanding Your Living Space

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An effective way to transform a dark, cramped basement into a full-fledged cozy and functional space is to lower basement floor. This renovation not only provides additional living space, but also significantly enhances comfort for living and the market value of the property. It doesn't matter what function it will…
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Walkout basement entrance with stone wall and retaining wall

Walkout Basement: Pros, Cons and Tips

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When it comes to planning or renovating a home, the basement often doesn’t make it onto the list of priorities. And that’s a mistake. Such spaces can become an additional functional area. A walkout basement is particularly interesting and promising. So, what is a walkout basement, and how does it…
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A basement corner with walls covered by a waterproofing membrane and a layer of gravel on the floor, indicating the installation of a waterproofing system during the underpinning process.

What is Underpinning In Commercial Construction?

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In construction, commercial underpinning is performed to strengthen and stabilize the foundation of an existing structure. This is necessary when the original foundation is no longer strong enough to support the building, or when changes in the house or the surrounding area create additional loads on the support. What is…
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A basement corner with walls covered by a waterproofing membrane and a layer of gravel on the floor, indicating the installation of a waterproofing system during the underpinning process.

What Is Basement Underpinning: A Quick Guide

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For many homeowners, the basement is a place to store unwanted items. But what if you want to expand livable space without taking up additional space on your property? More space means more opportunities. Your desire can be realized through underpinning! And no, it's not a spell from a Harry…
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A basement undergoing underpinning, with numbered sections on the wall and a metal plate leaning into an excavated hole in the concrete floor, representing the excavation stage of the underpinning process.

How Much Does Underpinning Cost

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Strengthening the foundation may be necessary if you notice signs of foundation problems, such as cracks in the walls, uneven floors, or sticking doors. It's important to know how much foundation underpinning will cost so that you can budget for repairs, compare proposals from different contractors, and make an informed…
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