An Unfinished Basement Gets a Masculine Makeover

Even the most die-hard family guy needs some alone time. Take Kirker Butler. The Los Angeles–based writer longed...

Refinishing Your Basement: A Comprehensive Guide

John GranenTransforming your basement from an unfinished storage area into a warm, inviting living space can significantly increase...

How to Stop Your Basement From Flooding

In this video, damage-prevention specialist Michael Milligan shows how to avoid a soggy disaster.RelatedWet Basement Solutions: How to...

A Second Chance: From Raw Basement to Family Room

Valuable Real EstateIn the quest for extra square footage, a dry, unfinished basement is a holy grail. For...

How to Install a Sump Pump

There are a lot of reasons why a basement might take on water. Groundwater can seep in under...

A Cellar in the Basement

Smack in the middle of the basement of the Milton house, the This Old House crew found an...

Basement Remodel: Mid-century Modern Guest Suite and Living Area

Tricked-Out Basement Suite: AfterWho: Bill and Melissa ForrestWhere: St. LouisWhat they did: Turned a bare-bones basement into a...

Top 10 Home Repair Questions Answered

Homeownership comes with its fair share of maintenance challenges. We put this list together based on your most...

How To Replace a Basement Window

Replacing an old basement window can improve your home’s energy efficiency and overall comfort. This project is possible...

Sump Pump Covers: An Essential Guide

Sump pump covers are simple yet effective devices that prevent debris from entering your sump pit and even...

Basement Bonus Rooms

Turning an underutilized basement into a functional and inviting space can greatly improve your home’s livability and value....

How to Install a Drain Pump for a Basement Sink

Project detailsSkill3 out of 5ModerateRequires mid-level plumbing skillsCostAbout $175 to $225Estimated Time2 to 3 hoursInstalling a drain pump...

Basement Renovation: Why Add on When You Can Add Under?

Most basements are little more than a place to cultivate cobwebs and store cans of paint. But fixing...

Everything You Need to Know to Dry out a Wet Basement

Jessica AshleyA wet basement is more than an inconvenience—it’s a potential threat to your home’s structural integrity and...

How To Install a Utility Sink

Project detailsSkill1 out of 5EasyFairly advanced plumbing skills are needed to connect the new sink to the existing...

3 Steps to Prevent Basement Leaks

Spring rain is great for nourishing a garden, but not so great if it gushes into your below-grade...

How To Frame Walls for a Basement Room

In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva outlining key steps for framing a basement wall...

From Bare-Bones Basement to Comfortable Family Hangout

Before: Zero-PrivacyStarting at the bottom may be the natural way to build a house, but ambitious renovations don’t...

How To Use a Moisture Meter for Basement Issues

Basement moisture issues can lead to major problems for homeowners, including mold growth and structural damage. A moisture...

Water, Water Everywhere

If you think a flooded basement is trouble, just wait till the water’s gone—getting rid of the mucked-up...

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