Basement Installation

Read through step-by-step tutorials to help you prepare for any installation pertaining to your basement.

S23 E7: Richard Trethewey installs a sump pump
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How to Install a Sump Pump

There are a lot of reasons why a basement might take on water. Groundwater can seep in under the floor, downspouts could be positioned too close to the home. When a homeowner wanted to finish the basement for his daughter’s play area, he had to get to the bottom of the moisture problem first, and plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey knew a sump pump would solve it.
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How To Build a Basement Bar

A basement bar might be the perfect addition to your home. Here’s what to keep in mind when planning your subterranean entertaining oasis.
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How To Insulate Your Basement

From preparation to installation, This Old House's Tom Silva shows how to insulate your basement.