"Sergey and the team at Elite did a great job with our basement remodel, we are very happy with the results. The entire team (including subcontractors) were professional and respectful. I would use them again for any project that we have."
"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"
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!!"
"Tim was very quick to respond as he was there soon after the flood. He was very professional in helping us determine what needed to be done, and then executed it all without a hitch. As mentioned previously, he took the time and had the tools and skills to make a big mess clean once again. The finished basement was completely cleaned up. He also worked well with our renters. Very efficient and gave us a good price for the work. Thanks to him and his company."
Here at GRD Construction we take pride in our work. The gratitude of our customers lets us know that we went above and beyond to ensure that our clients are completely satisfied. We are well rounded carpenters that have knowledge to do just about anything. We would like to bring your ideas to life your vision is our pro-vision.
Building up by adding square footage to the top of your home is often less expensive than adding a basement, but it depends on the specifics of your house, your property, and supply costs. Because building a basement requires excavation, it can be a more expensive option than building up.
Walkout basements are not generally included in a home’s square footage, although they may be if they meet certain conditions that depend on local regulations. A finished walkout basement used as a living space may be counted toward square footage in some locations as long as all codes for livable space are met.
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.
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.
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.
The Cataldo, ID homeowners’ guide to basement remodels
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Hiring a bad basement remodeler can wreak havoc on the look and longevity of your unfinished space. Here are red flags to look for as you vet basement contractors.
