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Matthews-Gress Construction LLC
New to Angi
Basement - Remodel

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Don't settle for home you don't love. It's time for a transformation. At MG Construction, we specialize in complete home makeovers inside and out. Whether you need a modern kitchen update or a total landscape revival, we have the tools and team to make it happen.

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Buckeye Waterproofing Inc
4.1(
54
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had three companies out and two of them only wanted to sell me more than I needed and only seemed to care about the sale. Buckeye was only one with no high pressure and seemed to care and understand our situation. This is a rental property and didn't want to cause any problems for tennants. The guys working on basement were very prompt and did work quickly and very clean and neat. They even went a step beyond and did some extra work that they was needed and did not charge me anymore money. We are so happy we our decision and no we made the right choice.
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Precision Remodeling & Design
5.0(
5
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted Tim & Nathan at Precision Remodeling & Design about a bathroom remodel in an old Farm House. Remodeling anything in an old farm house presents a lot of unique challenges. Nathan took on the project and did an excellent job working through each and every challenge. His devotion to detail was fantastic. My wife and I could not be more satisfied. If you need a remodeling contractor to do difficult remodeling projects or just traditional ones, then Precision Remodeling & Design is the contractor for you."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sibert Pro Construction Inc
5.0(
15
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mickey promptly came over to give us an estimate. They came when they were due and did an excellent job. They were clean and tidy. Th gutters & roof looked great after they cleaned them-also had the chimney repaired-excellent job-polite and respectful."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bazell Maintenance & Remodeling
3.9(
22
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Athens, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initiall call returned in one day  and service was completed as promised.  crew of carpenters was excellent and fun to have working... certainly saved us  from a lot of labor that we were not quite willing to do ourselves.

UPDATE-6/6/15:

We used this company in the past for a roofing job that has since gone wrong, without appropriate follow-up or resolution from Bazell Maintenance & Remodeling. The door portion of the job in this review was originally very good, but as of now, you can hardly get the door open without yanking the knob off. I have yet to receive any resolution on this issue, either."
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Since DIYing a basement remodel isn't typically advised, there are some ways that you can still save money on this project without putting yourself in danger. Some ways to save money on a basement remodel include:

  • Painting walls yourself versus including in the cost of the remodel 

  • Installing light fixtures yourself

  • Choosing prefabricated fixtures, like cabinets, over custom ones

  • Choosing a budget-friendly flooring option, like laminate or vinyl flooring, and add rugs where necessary

Yes, most general contractors require an initial down payment, typically between 10% and 25% of the total project cost. This upfront payment helps cover the costs of materials, permits, and subcontractors. The remaining project costs are usually billed after specific project milestones are reached or on set completion dates, as outlined in your contract. Be wary of contractors who require a significant deposit of 50% or more upfront, as this could be a red flag for a scam.

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.

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.

The best type of basement ventilation system depends on your budget, the moisture in your basement’s air, and the types of windows you have down there. You should consider all of these factors when choosing a ventilation system. However, the most effective method for basement ventilation is an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) or a whole-house ventilation system, which preheats or precools incoming air from the outside while also managing water vapor.

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