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Avatar for Matrix Basement Finishing Southwest Michigan
Matrix Basement Finishing Southwest Michigan
3.1(
102
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Kalamazoo, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired matrix because we had a huge basement that was not finished. I researched many companies and got several quotes, and we ultimately went with Matrix. I can say from start to finish, the experience was awesome."
Family Room
Open Concept Basement
Basement Bedroom
Staircase
Basement Before & After

+97

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by31%of homeowners
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WMA, LLC
4.1(
45
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Kalamazoo, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Donavan was the pro that did the work (drywall a room in my basement), he was very nice, very timely and kept me informed all along the way. He cleaned up every day and completed the work according to schedule. I would definitely recommend WMA and Donavan, and use them again for my home projects."
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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COMMUNITY CONSTRUCTION MICHIGAN LLC
4.1(
24
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Kalamazoo, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would like to thank Community construction for the work they did with the remodel / rework job they did on my manufactured home in the Yankee Springs / Middleville Michigan area. I recently have expanded my family and need to convert an extra living room space into a bedroom and a smaller sitting / tv room. The Gentleman "Nate" who worked on my home did a great job. Nate communicated with me every step of the way to make sure I was always informed of what was going on. thanks again."
Before
Modernized Roof
Long Deck After
Long Deck Before
AFTER!

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mills Design and Management, LLC
3.7(
9
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Kalamazoo, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Mills Design and Management, LLC is a family owned company, providing quality service to home owners in southwest Michigan. We pride ourselves on our expert ability to handle each situation. With over 25 years of experience, our staff is highly skilled, and trained. We specialize in basement remodeling, additions, custom barns and garages, and disaster restoration services, from smoke, fire, water, and storms. Our work is never finished until you are completely satisfied and happy. Please call us today, we are looking forward to serving you.

FIRE DAMAGE
KITCHEN BAR
KITCHEN
KITCHEN BAR
LIVING

+47

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Ace Property Services
New to Angi
Basement - Remodel

Serving Kalamazoo, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We believe in being polite, personal, and doing good work. We try to communicate well throughout the entire project, from ideas for the project, timeline, scheduling, and solutions.\nWe can help you with many residential remodeling and construction projects. We are proud to be able to say that most of our business is from repeat customers and word of mouth. We think this is a result of people appreciating how serious we are about listening, keeping your home clean, and focusing on lasting quality.\n

Response time1 day
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Matrix Basement Finishing
4.0(
65
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Kalamazoo, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matrix did an excellent job installing a bathroom in my basement. Steve was incredible in coordinating the different work that needed to be completed and there were many variables for him to juggle. My bathroom shower is probably the nicest in Southeastern Michigan (not bragging - I'd post pictures if I could). Steve's teams did an excellent job getting everything done and making it look as luxurious as possible. The only constructive feedback I have for the company is that the pricing was very steep considering that I believe many steps in the process may have been eliminated; the sales rep was not familiar with every scope of work necessary which made things confusing for Steve (the Project Foreman), and there was an additional individual whom I never corresponded with which made me wonder if there are too many folks involved to keep the pricing affordable. I paid to install the bathroom what I wanted to pay to complete the entire basement and I had to complete some of the work myself to include painting and flooring installation. Overall the quality of the work is tremendous, however, I still think there's opportunity to restructure the approach to completing projects that could drop the pricing down for the consumer. I would definitely hire the company again as they do incredible work and I couldn't be happier with my completed bathroom."
Happy Bathroom Customers
Happy Bathroom Customers
Happy Bathroom Customers
Basement 1
Basement 1

+54

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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A+ Quality Home Improvements
5.0(
10
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Kalamazoo, MI and surrounding areas

"It went outstandingly! Kyle and his team were fast, professional, proficient, and extremely nice. We loved working with them, and would continue to use them as projects come up. Could not recommend more!!!"
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Handymen Project
Roofing Project

+17

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

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.

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

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.

Some older homes have toilets in the basement to combat sewage backups. This type of toilet, also known as a Pittsburgh potty, acted as a safety valve over the incoming sewer line. If a line backed up, it would back up into the toilet because it was the lowest fixture in the home, keeping it out of sight and away from the finished areas of the house.

Basement toilets were also used by workers with messy jobs, like those who worked in coal mines or steel mills. This way, they could clean up and avoid tracking dirt through their home.

Building a bar in the basement will likely add value to your home, although it’s unlikely that you’ll see a significant return on investment (ROI) unless you plan on using the space for you and your guests. If you think you’ll use the area frequently, though, it’s probably worth the investment, and you should see a bump in value if or when you sell your property.

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