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Q: Do general contractors require a down payment, and what is the typical payment schedule?

• <div><p>Yes, most general contractors require an initial down payment. A reasonable deposit is typically between 10% and 25% of the total project cost, although this can vary by project size and location. This upfront payment helps the contractor cover initial costs like materials, permits, licensing, and hiring subcontractors. The remaining balance is usually billed according to a schedule outlined in your contract, often tied to project milestones or completion dates. Be cautious of contractors who ask for a large deposit of 50% or more, as this could be a red flag for a scam.</p></div>

Q: Is an extension less expensive than a loft conversion?

• <div><p>Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.</p></div>

Q: How do I plan for a basement remodel?

• <div><p>Create a checklist, reimagine the space use, set a realistic budget, choose materials and aesthetic details, and get professional support for guidelines and troubleshooting.</p></div>

Q: Can you jack up a house and add a basement?

• <div><p>Lifting a house and adding a basement is one way to add usable square footage. Lifting or jacking a house is a complex process, and it can be expensive, not to mention that you won&rsquo;t be able to live in your house while it&rsquo;s lifted, due to safety concerns. Lifting a house should only be done by experienced professionals.</p></div>

Q: Can you add a kitchenette to a basement?

• <div><p>Yes, you can add a kitchenette to a basement. However, you&rsquo;ll have to consider the costs associated with basement kitchenettes. If you&rsquo;re starting from scratch in an unfinished basement, you&rsquo;ll need to account for brand-new plumbing, electrical, flooring, and more in addition to the cost of the kitchenette. If you&rsquo;re putting a kitchenette in an already finished basement equipped with plumbing and electrical, you&rsquo;ll save considerable money. </p></div>

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Last update on June 05, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
I’m so glad I chose JL Painting over the two other bids that I got for the project. My house was recently remodeled, and the paint job was terrible. It needed to be caulked properly, sanded, retextured in some places,some door casings replaced, and JL Painting took his time to do the work...
JL Painting
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Reviewed in March 2026
Kimbertec was the most thorough of the contractors I interviewed. From the initial costs outlined which were very item specific to the end of the project. Her team is outstanding…demo, plumbing, carpentry and installation. They cleaned up after every phase and left us with a perfect remodel.
KimberTec LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
My master bath remodel turned out amazing! The communication and attention to detail was second to none! Very professional and cleanup was to perfection! Highly recommend!
Terrell Development Corp., Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2023
I have known them for 20 years, he has done major remodels for my home and my clients. He is very professional, courteous, polite, and he is very good at what he does.
Atlantic Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
The team from Cactus Nectar did a great job! Very courteous, professional and quick to schedule the work. There were just a couple of small unforeseen snags during the project, but Scott, Winston, and CJ were quick to respond and take care of the issues. I will definitely plan to use them again...
CactusNectar, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
Desert Designs Landscape was absolutely tremendous with their work around my house. They revamped my entire front yard. I now have a paver drive way, a new drip system and lights to showcase my saguaros. Will use them for my backyard after home remodel is finished
Desert Designs Landscape
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Reviewed in March 2021
Adam and his crew are extremely knowledgeable, experienced and customer focused. When doing a remodel project there are unknowns as you peel away the layers, Adam and his crew guided us through these surprises and sometime unsettling issues with common sense and practical decisions. We started...
Adam Crippen Custom Home Works, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2020
Excellent. Adam and his crew did a beautiful remodel of a frequently used bathroom on the main floor. We removed a tub and put in walk-in shower with ceramic tile and pebbled floor. Adam was able to find us a gorgeous remnant for our double sink. We did a full tear out and moved some electrical...
Dream Big Tile Company Inc
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Reviewed in February 2020
If I could give Gilligan remodeling ten stars or more I would. Neil, the owner of the company goes out of his way to provide qualitt customer service. He accompanied us to pick out our tile & counter tops, providing us with feedback on what we might like. He was also able to get us a...
Gilligan Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2020
Josh, James, Timmy, and Zach were very professional, fast, and a very conscientious installation, we would definitely recommend them and dreamstyle remodeling
Dreamstyle Remodeling of New Mexico
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Jne restorations llc

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We are a general contracting company with 42 years in the trades, we pride ourselves on honesty and integrity and we treat every job like our own home.

Serving Oracle, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"Fast, clean, found the exact product I was looking for and did all of the work quickly. I love the look and will use them again in the future."

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Serving Oracle, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time my wife and I have used Clark Concepts. This time we had our basement bathroom designed and completed by Joseph and his crew. I travel in my job and was unable to be at home during construction but with Joseph's communication and work performance we were able to come home to a beautifully crafted bathroom and to top it off all before the holidays!!! GREAT job guys."

Recommended by77%of homeowners

Serving Oracle, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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"last job was plumbing but they’ve done many other jobs"

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"Highly recommended cause when you need HELP well you need HELP! And as the name says that’s what they do is HELP!! Even the best sometimes finding themselves needing HELP!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Oracle, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Amanda was really very good! At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it. It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about. I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Recommended by54%of homeowners

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Snowy Cactus Tile & Design

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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oracle, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Very well. The design we came up with on paper was brought to fruition and it looks great! Overall we are very pleased with the work and enjoyed working with the team from Carrier Custom Carpentry."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Oracle, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"Install was quick, clean and everything looked great. Chad is a true professional!"

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Recommended by50%of homeowners

Serving Oracle, AZ and surrounding areas

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"Really friendly made sure it was done right I would recommend him to anybody"

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Palomino Construction

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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oracle, AZ and surrounding areas

"It was very good, no problem. They were good workers."

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Yes, most general contractors require an initial down payment. A reasonable deposit is typically between 10% and 25% of the total project cost, although this can vary by project size and location. This upfront payment helps the contractor cover initial costs like materials, permits, licensing, and hiring subcontractors. The remaining balance is usually billed according to a schedule outlined in your contract, often tied to project milestones or completion dates. Be cautious of contractors who ask for a large deposit of 50% or more, as this could be a red flag for a scam.

Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.

Create a checklist, reimagine the space use, set a realistic budget, choose materials and aesthetic details, and get professional support for guidelines and troubleshooting.

Lifting a house and adding a basement is one way to add usable square footage. Lifting or jacking a house is a complex process, and it can be expensive, not to mention that you won’t be able to live in your house while it’s lifted, due to safety concerns. Lifting a house should only be done by experienced professionals.

Yes, you can add a kitchenette to a basement. However, you’ll have to consider the costs associated with basement kitchenettes. If you’re starting from scratch in an unfinished basement, you’ll need to account for brand-new plumbing, electrical, flooring, and more in addition to the cost of the kitchenette. If you’re putting a kitchenette in an already finished basement equipped with plumbing and electrical, you’ll save considerable money.

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