Digging our basement deeper (1800's home)

[Traci]

We live in a vintage home built in the 1860's. The house was moved and basement dug in the 1920's. The ceilings in the basement are currently about 6 feet tall. We would like to increase the ceiling height. What can we do that is safe? And where do we start? What is the cost? Any answers would help as we have just started to investigate our options.

[JasonDWeinstein]

What type of foundation does your home have?

How large is the foundation?

Do you currently have a concrete floor?

The answers to these questions will help determine the steps you will need to take.

[valuedryadmin]

Usually engineering drawings are a good starting point. THe cost will vary depending on the size of the basement. This typically involves staged excavation, where sections of new footing are poured as the existing wall is excavated. This kind of job is common for 6 foot basement. Broadly your range is $10,000 to $60,000 for this kind of project.