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Clark Custom Construction, LLC
3.9(
29
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a water leak in an upstairs bathroom that damaged a downstairs ceiling and the subfloor. He brought in his subs to replace the flooring, subfloor, toilet flange, sheetrock, ceiling, popcorn texture, and painting. Everything he did and all of his subcontractors were fantastic. Highly recommend Luke and his professionalism."
 Addition Siding - After
Full Bath Remodel - After
 Deck Rebuild - After
 Deck Refinishing - After
 Dormer Rebuild - After

+46

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Goldsmith Remodel And Design LLC
5.0(
13
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe has done numerous projects at our house with our basement remodel and also installation of our main level flooring and wall repair. Joe is very responsive, always shows up as promised, does high quality work and is always willing to work with our ideas and answer any questions that we have as they come up. We would highly recommend Joe for any projects, he has made our projects very smooth and stress free. We will definitely use Joe for our future needs."
Kitchen After
Bathroom After
Bathroom After
Basement After
Deck After

+127

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nick Hawkins Construction
5.0(
4
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Really good. May need to work on more communication and a bit cleaner. Otherwise he did an awesome job. Good ideas, willingness to listen, flexible. Thorough, friendly."
Remodeling - General Project
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EnviroBate
4.6(
115
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Jeff to get his thoughts on some asbestos duct insulation in the basement of a house we were making an offer on. He was out with an appointment, but called back ASAP and asked for all the details, then walked me through what he would do in my situation. Incredibly, even though his livelihood is asbestos mitigation, he recommended I leave it alone (he said since there was so little asbestos, and the insulation tape was in good enough shape, it'd actually be worse to try and remove it). He was extremely courteous and knowledgeable, and even though his advice meant that I wouldn't be hiring him, he has my recommendation for anyone who actually DOES have an asbestos problem.
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Garas Remodeling LLC
4.5(
8
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was a total pleasure working with a Garas Remodeling from start to finish they never disrupted my house hold or anything else very professional I would recommend them to anybody thanks to the Garas family"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Deck Remodel
Deck Remodel

+82

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, in most cases, finishing a basement is worth the cost. The project adds valuable, usable square footage to your home and typically provides a return on investment (ROI) of 70% to 75%. For example, an average basement refinishing project costing $32,000 could add between $22,400 and $24,000 to your property's value. The final value added depends on factors like your location, the quality of materials and workmanship, and the features you include, such as a living space, bedroom, or bathroom. To be officially counted in your home's total square footage, the finished space must comply with all local building codes, including requirements for points of egress. However, in areas prone to flooding, a finished basement might be seen as a liability by potential buyers and could potentially decrease your home's value.

Physically, the most challenging part of finishing a basement is installing egress windows or doors when the space is below ground level. Mentally, the hardest part may be envisioning the project and planning around load-bearing and mechanical obstacles.

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.

Living in a finished basement is acceptable, but only if the space has the proper points of egress and includes smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors to ensure the safety of the occupants. A good way to ensure your finished basement is suitable for use as living space is to get the basement finishing project properly permitted.

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