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Scott's Home Renewal
4.6(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I used Scott's Home Renewal for a first floor renovation about three years ago, was pleased and hired them again for this. Not the cheapest contractor, but definitely the best I have used here. First class professionals; first rate subs, especially the tile and glass people The custom glass door arrived with the wrong specs, and the glass contractor got the factory to make a new one with only one day of waiting.. If you want it done right, contact Scott's."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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F and F Construction Remodel, LLC
4.9(
24
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"HUGE thank you to F&F Construction and Remodeling for an awesome basement complete finish. We had multiple bids prior to going with Matt Fowles and Brent, but we could not have been happier with our decision to move forward with F&F. They were great to work with, easy to communicate with and they even put up with possibly the hardest person on earth to do work for (me)... sorry guys! If youâ re looking for any home remodeling, outdoor work, decks etc. Iâ d highly recommend connecting with them for a bid before you get started with anyone else."
Response time4 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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F&F Construction & Remodeling
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I highly recommend F&F Construction & Remodeling. They rebuilt my deck using quality materials and it looks great. They were friendly and clearly communicated timing of the project. I would use them again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KBS Remodeling and Restoration LLC
4.2(
129
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

KBS Remodeling & Restoration is your local remodeling company dedicated to quality and customer service. Each worker is trained and skilled in their profession to deliver quality results every time! KBS uses material and install practices that allow us to offer transferable workmanship warranties without cutting corners.\n\n

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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Stone and Timber Homes
4.6(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paragon Builds was great to work with. Solid communication and did our basement quick and on time and on budget! Colby was great to communicate with and always communicated the next steps in the process. Would recommend to anyone!"
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
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Culp Home Improvement
4.9(
9
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Johnston, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Adam was amazing! From the first meeting he was able to understand what I looking to accomplish and was very knowledgeable. He also explained that he works with the same crew (i.e. plumber, paint, drywall, electrical) to maintain a high quality of work. His budget was very acceptable for the work performed. Even though his time to finish my basement was a couple weeks longer than other bids from local contractors, he did complete my basement on time with no major delays or issues. He kept me in the loop about the schedule and gave me a week to week timeline of the upcoming events and what work would be completed and who would be coming to my house. I really appreciated that. Any time I had questions or concerns Adam would take the time to answer them or reassure me of the progress. I am so happy I used Adam and now my 3 little children have a finished basement to play in!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Yes, adding a walkout basement will usually bump up your property value. Most homeowners prefer walk out basements because the exposed wall that’s level with the ground provides more utility via a ground-level exterior entrance, and they can fit full windows, which adds natural light and ventilation to the basement area. The only exception might be in areas prone to tornadoes, as walkout basements aren’t as safe as regular basements during a tornado, particularly if they include large windows or glass sliding doors.

Rebar is an essential part of reinforcing a basement floor, as not having it can impact its structural integrity. It helps absorb the tension factors that contribute to cracks in your floor and strengthens its load-bearing capabilities by evenly distributing the weight. Not including rebar could lead to an unstable floor, so don’t skip it!

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.

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.

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