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What is the approximate cost of basement excavation (per sq ft)?

7 years ago
Beautiful remodel! Love your home! We have a home of similar vintage, also with a basement with 6.5/7 ft ceilings. Although it is semi-finished and usable, I have toyed with the idea of looking into lowering the floor and doing a full remodel to expand our home’s square footage. A rough estimate might help me put this fantasy to rest! (Or, maybe even encourage me to seriously start this project!)
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    7 years ago

    Oh boy, that's almost impossible to price out on it's own as the work is typically wrapped up in the whole construction project. But for some reference, at least in Seattle, the average renovation cost for 2018 is around $550/sf. Also, it can vary wildly based on the conditions of the basement and how close the neighboring properties are. Your best bet is to consult a general contractor. Hopefully that gives you some place to start!