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Top-Rated Basement remodelers in Salem - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Capitol Craftsmen LLC
Capitol Craftsmen LLC
4.9(
20
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul was great to work with. We hired him to finish our basement, and he was knowledgeable, professional, and reliable throughout the project. All work was completed on schedule and to a high standard using trusted subcontractors. Since we live in San Diego and couldn’t be onsite, his honesty and dependability meant a lot to us. We’d highly recommend him."
2022 Full Kitchen Remodel
2022 Full Kitchen Remodel
2022 Full kitchen Remodel
2022 Full Kitchen Remodel
Front Door is scary

+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Be Home Remodeling
Be Home Remodeling
4.9(
7
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Reuben was the nicest guy I met with and will keep his number for future jobs. This company does everything small or whole home remodeling. I was impressed by his knowledge and spirit."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
292 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A & R Remodeling, LLC
A & R Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
6
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired A&R Remodeling to paint the exterior of my house. They were very prompt on getting a quote together, and were able to perform the job at a very reasonable price. They were extremely professional, and very thorough in performing all the needed prep work to make sure that the end product would be high quality. I am completely satisfied with the work they performed and would highly recommend them for any exterior painting."
House painting
exterior painting
house painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

+14

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Integrity Restoration, LLC
Integrity Restoration, LLC
4.7(
12
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Justin worked so hard to make sure our insurance company got us what we needed, that we were back in our house as quickly as possible, and my children would be safe. He was so very helpful, it would not have gone nearly as smoothly with anyone else!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by41%of homeowners
Avatar for Elm Construction Services, Inc.
Elm Construction Services, Inc.
4.3(
34
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently completed a full kitchen renovation, and we couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the process was seamless, professional, and delivered exactly what we envisioned. A huge part of this success goes to Tommy, our project manager. From day one, Tommy was incredibly organized, communicative, and detail-oriented. He kept the entire crew on schedule, managed every moving part with ease, and was always available to answer our questions or provide expert advice. Thank you very much."
GAF Roof Installation
GAF Roof Installation
GAF Roof Installation
GAF Roof Installation
GAF Roof Installation

+27

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
656 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for MRI Construction Services
MRI Construction Services
4.1(
39
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shannon was very responsive, went out of his way to gather our supplies during a run on that type of lumber, completed te work efficiently , was neat, and provide straight-forward advice on how to maintain the pergola.. I got three bids from other Home Advisor recommendations and his was the lowest."
Doors
Doors
Doors
Doors
Doors

+196

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Robert Paul Heckel jr
Robert Paul Heckel jr
5.0(
14
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Salem, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He kept me updated during this busy time and came through in a timely way with the bid we needed for a soil & water conservation grant. Construction will start this spring. I was very impressed with his professionalism."
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+180

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

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.

Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.

Create a checklist, reimagine the space use, set a realistic budget, choose materials and aesthetic details, and get professional support for guidelines and troubleshooting.

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.

The most challenging part of finishing a basement is addressing moisture control. Basement waterproofing is an essential task that requires a professional’s skills and knowledge. If you don’t properly waterproof your finished basement, it’ll be vulnerable to dampness, water damage, and mold growth. Ensuring proper insulation and ventilation to combat these issues while meeting building codes adds complexity to your remodeling project.

The Salem, OR homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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