"Donavan did an outstanding job on our basement remodel. Took an open concrete room and turned it into our favorite place to spend time in our home. Everything he does you can see how much effort is put into perfection of even the smallest details. Rest assured, we will hire Affordable Remodels again for our next home upgrade whatever that may be!"
Empire Construction is a locally owned and operated business in Northern Idaho. I’ve been established since 2003. We pride ourselves in timelyness, neatness, and superior customer satisfaction. No job is too small for us. Try us once and you'll experience our quality and professionalism. We are licensed, insured, and bonded. Give us a try.
"Jedi renovations was a delight to work with ..there knowledgeable people helped me navigate the ins and outs of a complicated entire home remodel ..from the kitchen counter and cabinets to moving walls and paint colors they made it so much more less daunting..from start to finish from roof to crawl space they really saved us..with a single point contact vs dealing with 10 different contractors..they know what there doing ..I couldn't be happier...if u need work done on your home ..go with these guys ..you won't be sorry"
We are a family‑owned company with more than twenty years of experience in the construction industry. Whether you’re designing your dream home, remodeling your current space, or simply replacing your roof, our team is committed to bringing your vision to life.\n\nWe are fully licensed and insured, and we take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship, dependable service, and results that stand the test of time. No project is too big or too small — we have the expertise to handle it all.
We are a locally owned business, based out of beautiful Sandpoint Idaho. We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high-quality family run expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction which is our number one priority. Our team takes on various projects, including remodels, additions, Decks and more, bringing your vision to life with precision and care. Call us now for free estimates and quick response times.\n
No job too big, no job too small. We serve our community with the same care that we would put into our own home. Rooted in faith, driven by integrity. We bring the excellence and care that honors God to every project we touch. To see photos of our work visit our website. Faithbuilt.biz
"It went great. Jerry showed up, as scheduled and prioritized jobs to fit with the ever changing spring weather! What would have taken me at least a month of procrastination, Jerry had finished in two days. Since he has so many building and finishing skills, I think I will have him do some remodeling next!"
"Nathan completed about 20 different jobs within 2 weeks on our 120-year old house, porch, basement, & garage. Every detail was handled perfectly! The results are beautiful & we couldnâ  t be happier. Apparently there isnâ  t anything he canâ  t do! We were impressed with his character & knowledge from the initial consultation. He was helpful, creative, timely, focused, precise, neat & clean, and went beyond our expectations with all of his work, which he completed entirely himself. His pricing was perfectly fair. We have already recommended him to others, & will be proud to continue doing so. Thank you so very much, Nathan!!"
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
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"It was so enjoyable to work with Scott through details of the design ideas that I had for the kitchen remodel. He walked through everything with me, talked about options and made the whole plan come to life. I love the results. Scott is reliable, honest and really does great work. I've worked with Scott now on several projects and would hire him again."
When considering finishing your basement, take into account a few pros and cons:
Pros
Can increase the value of your home
Separate space from the rest of the house
Customize and personalize the basement to suit your needs and style
Increase the amount of living space in your home
Cons
May not regain enough value to cover the cost of finishing
Lack of natural light if it’s below ground level
Moisture or flooding can cause costly damage
Installing plumbing and electrical can be messy and costly
The difficulty of adding a basement to an existing house can vary depending on the house’s location, the size of the basement, and the type and condition of the existing foundation. Adding a basement is a job best handled by the pros, so you’ll need to enlist professional help for this project.
You can paint your ceiling or install a drywall ceiling if the ceiling is unfinished, as they take up less headroom than drop ceilings.
If there are pipes in the way of ceiling installation, you can do one of two things: reroute the pipes or adjust the installation to fit, which will cost extra.
Key trends include home gyms, theatre rooms, additional rooms (bedroom/office), and more, with personalized styles reflecting individual preferences.
Yes, barndominiums can have basements. Barndominiums are typically built over concrete slabs, so barndo basements are not very common. However, it is possible to include a basement in a barndominium blueprint as long as you’re building completely from scratch. Barndos can have the same types of basements as traditional homes, including full or walk-out basements.
The Cabinet, ID homeowners’ guide to basement remodels
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
If your basement ceiling is low, there are ways to raise it. Learn more about the cost to raise a basement ceiling to be able to enjoy your basement and create a more usable space in your home.
