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Moralestine LLC
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Effingham, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Unfortunately, it was not just one thing we did lots of work in the basement new toilet new pipes and plumbing new kitchen sink , replaced trunk line from ceiling to floor, replace water shut off valve for main structure. The degree of professionalism was beyond anything I anticipated , detail oriented : )"
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+4

Response time3 hrs
Carothers Enterprise LLC
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Effingham, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Hi my name is Derek Carothers im the owner of Carothers enterprise llc. We are a small family owned business it me and my sons. I've been in business for over 4 years for myself but " in the construction business" my whole life. Grew up around a custom home and cabinet maker (that was my grandfather). We offer new concrete, concrete replacement, dump truck and equipment services excavation, pretty much any general construction commercial or residential we offer CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS!!

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Ethos Kitchen & Bath
4.4(
12
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Effingham, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had reached a point where our master bathroom couldn't be used--the shower tile was falling apart, the toilet was leaking, we could see water damage to exterior of house was spreading, and the door from the bedroom to small deck wouldn't close. We gave up using our toilet/shower area and were instead sharing the main bathroom with two teenagers.  Our job was more about "repair" than the fun of "remodeling." 
We contacted Ethos, and we couldn't ask for a better contractor than David Gurwell.  He was honest, easygoing and always kept our budget in mind. He offered suggestions to save money (i.e., repairing toilet vs replacing), and we relied on David's opinion of products and businesses to help us make decisions about materials.  We wanted to make sure we were using quality products at a price we could afford.  David was also very patient with us, as we don't have much in the way of decorating skills (I once repainted a bathroom 3 times before I got to a color I liked).  We discussed tile vs Onyx for the shower, and while I like the look of tile, I really liked the idea of Onyx walls with only a couple seams (we have trouble with mold/mildew).  Had never heard of Onyx before, so appreciated David going over pros/cons.  We were originally going to use Onyx for the sink countertop too, but when I told David I just wasn't sure about it after seeing the displays at Home Depot & Lowe's, he helped us compare our other options.  We ended up with a high-grade granite remnant from Top Master (one of David's contacts).  We didn't spend much over what the Onyx would have cost, and we're very happy with the look of the granite. 
We felt comfortable with David, his son Ben and Ben's assistant being in our home.  They were always on time, kept the work area neat and were nice to our dog Ava (she's a noisemaker!).  They kept us informed on the status of the project at the end of the day and what to expect next.  They were considerate of our crazy schedules and flexible with their hours. 
It's wonderful to have our master bathroom back, and now that we have a great contractor, we're ready to tackle a few more projects on the "repair" list.  We've already asked David to come back!
Kathy & Don Finks

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Recommended by90%of homeowners
Dry Basement Foundation Repair
4.7(
6
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Effingham, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with Dry Basement. The estimator Curtis was extremely knowledgeable, clean cut, friendly, and straight forward. He arrived right on time and got to work. He reviewed my situation with laser measuring equipment and had a written estimate for me on the spot. We agreed on a price for the work and scheduled my repair for their next available slot, three weeks later, on December 11, 2014. I received a call from their office staff two days before the scheduled work, to remind me of my appointment and their estimated arrival time. The crew of four guys showed up right on time and got straight to work. The foreman, Alvin, was great and worked just as hard as every other guy on the crew, and these were about the hardest working guys I've ever seen in my life. Everyone was super friendly (my Labrador retriever vetted each of them and approved). It was a wet, sloppy day outside, and they put plastic down on my carpeted floors and stairs to keep things tidy. They installed 10 u-channel braces in the basement to shore up my slightly bowing foundation (just under 2" of inward bowing), and secured it to 8 yards of concrete - that's 32,000 pounds worth - in the yard. The cracks inside were sealed with polyurethane. They finished the job in one day, as promised, and cleaned everything up when they were done. In fact my basement was cleaner when they left than when they showed up. I would definitely hire these guys again, though I don't plan on having to, since from the looks of things this house isn't going anywhere. HIGHLY recommended."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
AP Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
3
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Effingham, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We initially hired Alex to put in railings on our staircase. We thought it would be a simple fix and take him only 2 days but as he got to work, he realized he could not safely install them the way that we had hoped. He went back to the drawing board and came up with another solution that was more work for him, but much more secure. He did a wonderful job matching the new railing to the banister upstairs and we were blown away with the results! We were so happy with his honesty and dedication to our first job that we hired him once again to replace the flooring in our basement. We were once again very pleased with our results and would gladly hire him again for any of our home improvement needs."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms. 

Finishing a basement is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.

Remodeling a basement means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring.

Common mistakes when finishing basement walls include neglecting proper insulation, insufficient moisture management, and poor ventilation. Not addressing these issues can lead to mold growth, water damage, and discomfort. Additionally, inadequate planning, improper framing, and rushing the project can result in subpar outcomes. 

It's essential to follow best practices, seek professional guidance if needed, and prioritize thoroughness and attention to detail.

If you have the woodworking experience to build a bar from scratch and you have the time, DIYing the work is a no-brainer and can save a few thousand dollars. However, if you’re looking to include a sink, additional lighting fixtures, or high-end bar tops and cabinets, it’s usually a better idea to call in a pro. It will cost more, but the finished product will likely be worth it.

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.

For most basement remodels, you’ll want to hire a general contractor. This is for a number of reasons, but the main two are that general contractors have dedicated teams they are comfortable with, and hiring one means you only have to deal with one pro. You may also get a better project quote since they can lump all their work and subcontracting into a single quote. 

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