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Avatar for Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
4.4(
528
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the work Owens Corning Basement did remodeling my basement! From start to finish, they were professional, courteous, and attentive to every detail. The team completed the project on time and within budget, keeping me informed throughout the process. The finished basement looks amazing—bright, functional, and exactly what I envisioned. I highly recommend Owen Corning Basement to anyone looking for high-quality remodeling work!"
Media Room Before
Media Room After
Games Room Before
Games Room After
Living Room Before

+128

Response time11 hrs
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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IDEAL SOLUTIONS LLC
4.8(
13
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an excellent experience with Ideal Solutions on my basement remodel. From start to finish, the team was professional, communicative, and detail-oriented. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and the finished basement turned out even better than I imagined. Everything was completed on time, and they made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I would absolutely recommend Ideal Solutions to anyone looking for basement remodeling or home improvement work."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Horsman Builders
4.3(
23
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When you find a great contractor, don’t let them go. ;). I hired Tim to build a screen porch under my deck but added several projects as I recognized the high quality of work and attention to detail from his crew. In addition to the screen porch, they built a deck extension - so nice that I decided to have them replace the existing deck, installed a basement slider and replaced the door, installed a new fence and built a shed. Tim was responsive, open, honest and receptive of my requests and additions during the project. Great experience working with Tim and his crew: Dan, Brian, Eddie and Ben. Great job on all the work - I’ve received many compliments from neighbors and guests on the work you did! I can’t recommend Tim and his crew enough."
General Remodeling Project
General Remodeling Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+4

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for True North Contracting
True North Contracting
4.4(
96
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Our bathroom remodel was a huge task and Costas, Tony, and Pauly did a great job! Very easy to work with and we never minded having them in our house. Their initial quote was exactly what we paid! Definitely recommend and will hire them for future jobs!"
Roof
Kitchen Reno
Finish
Ready for Grout
 Finished

+66

Response time7 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Hamill Home Improvements
4.2(
35
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jim did an outstanding job at finishing our basement. He came to our house every day without fail until the completion of the job and did everything he said he would do in a most professional manner. He said it would take 4 weeks and the job was finished in 4 weeks to the day. Jim takes obvious pride in his work and we couldn't be happier with the end result. I would highly recommend Jim to anyone interested in having remodeling work done."
Kitchen Remodel
Master Bedrood
New windows and door
Kitchen Remodel
Master bedroom

+133

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Boyd Building
Boyd Building
5.0(
17
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a kitchen remodel and it was done within budget, within the communicated timeline, and we are very happy with the end result. The kitchen looks really great. His attention to detail was above and beyond. Very knowledgeable and great finish work."
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer
Stone veneer

+80

Response time2 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION, LLC
4.9(
8
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Durham, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"We are extremely happy with the work done by Honeycomb Construction on our home. They are professional, responsive, and reliable. Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly set them apart. We highly recommend Honeycomb Construction to anyone looking for a trustworthy and skilled team!"
Dover NH
Dover NH
Dover NH
Dover NH
Dover NH

+7

Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

Yes, adding a walkout basement will usually bump up your property value. Most homeowners prefer walk out basements because the exposed wall that’s level with the ground provides more utility via a ground-level exterior entrance, and they can fit full windows, which adds natural light and ventilation to the basement area. The only exception might be in areas prone to tornadoes, as walkout basements aren’t as safe as regular basements during a tornado, particularly if they include large windows or glass sliding doors.

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