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McBride Plumbing & Remodeling
New to Angi

Serving Salida, CO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I have 8 years of plumbing experience, working side by side with my dad and learning the trade through hard work and hands-on experience. I take pride in providing quality workmanship, solving problems efficiently, and treating every home with care and respect. The best part of my job is helping customers by delivering honest, reliable service and making sure they're satisfied with the work.

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JD Remodeling & Decorating
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Serving Salida, CO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jd did an excellent job! Our shower was tiny we wanted to expand the job did not go as expected and jd was able to figure out a solution for us! The job turned out beautiful. Was always on time. Always responded to messages and phone calls. Gave a fair estimate. He will be doing any other home work we need in the future!"
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Flawless Construction
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Serving Salida, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

"Flawless Construction was a very professional company, Omar and his employees were really respectful clean and answered all the questions I asked. Flawless did a excellent job at my house and I will be rehiring them for my next project."
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Homemade Design
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Serving Salida, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"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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Colorado General Contracting & Project Management
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Serving Salida, CO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"????? I highly recommend Western Slope Facility Services. Michael and his team were professional, reliable, and completed the work exactly as promised. Communication was excellent throughout the project, pricing was fair, and the quality of workmanship exceeded expectations. They handled everything efficiently and left the property clean when the job was finished. If you're looking for a dependable contractor for repairs, maintenance, cleaning, remodeling, or property improvement projects, Western Slope Facility Services is a great choice."
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GO Remodeling
New to Angi

Serving Salida, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

GO Remodeling has been in business since 1998 & is your premier home improvement contractor in the Western Slope area. We have over 20 years of construction experience and our expertise is very diverse. We can serve every facet of your remodeling needs from Wood Flooring to Tile and Trim work to complete remodels! \n\nWe strive to provide the customer the highest caliber of workmanship in the area. Our attention to detail is what sets us apart from our competitors. We provide Quality Craftsmanship in a timely fashion on a foundation of Integrity. \n\n"The quality of my work sees no finishline"\n\nCall us and let us make your home improvement and remodeling dreams come to life!

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

The time it takes to finish or remodel a basement can vary significantly, ranging from a few weeks to several months or even up to a year. On average, the construction phase can take four to eight weeks, but the total project time can extend to three or four months when including planning and permits. The timeline depends on several factors, including the basement's size, design complexity, the scope of the work, and your contractor's availability. A more detailed breakdown for an average-sized basement might include: framing (3-5 days), electrical and rough-in plumbing (3-5 days), drywall installation (5 days), flooring (2-3 days), and final touches like painting and trim (about a week). If preliminary work like installing a waterproofing system or addressing structural issues is needed, the timeline could extend to six to twelve months. Factors like difficult access, material transport, and ventilation needs can also add to the project's duration.

Unless you have extensive experience in construction work, remodeling a basement is best left to a professional. There are several tasks associated with this project that require exact precision, including:

  • Replacing insulation 

  • Replacing carpet or other flooring 

  • Adding heating and cooling

  • Adjusting or adding walls and doors

  • Altering or adding plumbing elements

If any of these elements is done incorrectly, it could severely impact the quality of your basement remodel and be dangerous. Changing a basement often comes with code safety requirements, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.

Yes, in most cases, finishing a basement is worth the cost. The project adds valuable, usable square footage to your home and typically provides a return on investment (ROI) of 70% to 75%. For example, an average basement refinishing project costing $32,000 could add between $22,400 and $24,000 to your property's value. The final value added depends on factors like your location, the quality of materials and workmanship, and the features you include, such as a living space, bedroom, or bathroom. To be officially counted in your home's total square footage, the finished space must comply with all local building codes, including requirements for points of egress. However, in areas prone to flooding, a finished basement might be seen as a liability by potential buyers and could potentially decrease your home's value.

Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.

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.

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