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Homemade Design
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Serving Alta, IA 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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New to Angi

Serving Alta, IA and surrounding areas

Family owned company i work side by side with my father in law so combined construction experience of 35 years we love to take on your challenges and see your smile when we're through.We are a family-owned company with a combined construction experience of 35 years, working closely with my father-in-law. This deep-rooted expertise allows us to approach every project with a unique blend of tradition and innovation. We are passionate about delivering exceptional results and take pride in the craftsmanship we bring to each undertaking. Our dedication to quality and client satisfaction is at the forefront of everything we do. We truly enjoy the process of building and creating lasting structures for our clients.

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Zalaznik Custom Carpentry
New to Angi

Serving Alta, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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Zalaznik Custom Carpentry is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 10 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Tomlinson Construction and Remodeling, LLC
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Serving Alta, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Tomlinson Construction and Remodeling, LLC, is a well established business in Ida Grove, offering the finest in craftsmanship. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best call Scott at Tomlinson Construction and Remodeling, LLC, for your next project!

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

If you’re not sure which method of raising the ceiling is best for you, here are a couple of considerations to help you make that decision. A professional ceiling company will be able to help you determine the best option for your home.

  • How long you are planning to live there: although raising the basement ceiling will increase the value of your home, if you’re planning to sell the house, then go for raising the house.

  • The condition of the foundation: to lower the floors, your foundation has to be intact whereas raising the house will allow you to restore the damaged foundation.

A walkout basement is considered to be partially below grade because at least one wall is entirely exposed. In some cases and in specific municipalities, inspectors and appraisers will still count walkout basements as below grade, which means the space can’t serve as living space or be rented out. If you intend on using the area as living space or a separate apartment, you should check with your local building department to make sure it’s legal to do so.

It’s less expensive to finish your basement than it is to build an addition to your home. The average cost to refinish a basement is $32,000 (between $7 and $23 per square foot) while building an addition to your home costs $50,325 ($80 to $210 per square foot). Depending on the size of your basement and other factors, like moving plumbing and electrical, refinishing a basement is a more cost-effective option in most cases.

Living in a finished basement is acceptable, but only if the space has the proper points of egress and includes smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors to ensure the safety of the occupants. A good way to ensure your finished basement is suitable for use as living space is to get the basement finishing project properly permitted.

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.

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