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"Juan and his team did an awesome job. I couldn't be happier with the result. On time, great communication, and easy to work with."

Andrew S on June 2025

20 years experience! Where Price and Quality Meet! We remodel showers and kitchens, and we also do backsplash in the kitchen area.

"Juan and his team did an awesome job. I couldn't be happier with the result. On time, great communication, and easy to work with."

Andrew S on June 2025


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Cransten Service All Stars

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Cransten Service All Stars

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3023 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Cransten is the best handyman and remodeling experience in the US. Our team is vetted, trained, background checked, and amazing at what we do. We are licensed and insured. Get a free quote from us today and see what we can do to help create your dream home!

"Job was done in a professional and timely manner"

Frederick B on November 2025

Cransten is the best handyman and remodeling experience in the US. Our team is vetted, trained, background checked, and amazing at what we do. We are licensed and insured. Get a free quote from us today and see what we can do to help create your dream home!

"Job was done in a professional and timely manner"

Frederick B on November 2025


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Custom Carolina Construction LLC

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Custom Carolina Construction LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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65 local quotes requested

Custom Carolina Construction LLC. started as custom home builders, specializing in high end custom interior trim. Over the years as work came to a drastic halt, we have opened doors to all aspects of building. From the smallest repair jobs, to completing an entire custom home. No job to small, or to large. We're here for all your everyday home maintenance needs.

"Full home renovation"

Sarah M on December 2020

Custom Carolina Construction LLC. started as custom home builders, specializing in high end custom interior trim. Over the years as work came to a drastic halt, we have opened doors to all aspects of building. From the smallest repair jobs, to completing an entire custom home. No job to small, or to large. We're here for all your everyday home maintenance needs.

"Full home renovation"

Sarah M on December 2020


"it went good"

Adell B on August 2024

Construction business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"it went good"

Adell B on August 2024


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R&M Building and Remodeling

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R&M Building and Remodeling

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8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!


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hygge construction

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4 years of experience

Hygge Construction is an owner operated Residential Contractor specializing in full renovation, restoration and new custom build construction. We use only the best qualified tradesmen in the industry to insure ever customer is completely satisfied with the end product. Client communication is held as top priority to make sure they feel at ease throughout the entire process. Hygge Construction team members have years of experience working with top level architects, designers and home owners on projects from renovation, remodels, additions, historic renovations and custom new builds here in Charleston South Carolina.

Hygge Construction is an owner operated Residential Contractor specializing in full renovation, restoration and new custom build construction. We use only the best qualified tradesmen in the industry to insure ever customer is completely satisfied with the end product. Client communication is held as top priority to make sure they feel at ease throughout the entire process. Hygge Construction team members have years of experience working with top level architects, designers and home owners on projects from renovation, remodels, additions, historic renovations and custom new builds here in Charleston South Carolina.


Savannah Remodeling

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Savannah Remodeling

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Full service general contractor specializing in commercial and residential remodeling. We are reliable, professional and provide a high quality product with extreme attention to detail.

Full service general contractor specializing in commercial and residential remodeling. We are reliable, professional and provide a high quality product with extreme attention to detail.


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KSM Premier Contracting

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KSM Premier Contracting

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Veteran Owned and Operated United States Marine with over 10+ years experience in construction. Very fair priced and will work with anyone. This company was built on ethics and morals with integrity and honesty to make sure every customer is treated equal. The work speaks for itself.

"KSM was quickly reaponsive, When Matt came out he was able to find areas and problems that other MAJOR companies didn’t acknowledge. He was honest and very knowledgeable and had patience while working with me. i Would definitely hire again and his work speaks for itself!"

Mckenzie I on October 2024

Veteran Owned and Operated United States Marine with over 10+ years experience in construction. Very fair priced and will work with anyone. This company was built on ethics and morals with integrity and honesty to make sure every customer is treated equal. The work speaks for itself.

"KSM was quickly reaponsive, When Matt came out he was able to find areas and problems that other MAJOR companies didn’t acknowledge. He was honest and very knowledgeable and had patience while working with me. i Would definitely hire again and his work speaks for itself!"

Mckenzie I on October 2024


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CF Builders

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CF Builders

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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CF Builders prides itself on integrity and honesty. We are focused on providing top quality work to all of our customers and we won't leave until you're satisfied. Give us a call or click for an estimate today.

"Great communication, great work. Extremely efficient and timely. Would recommend Craig Fine to anyone and would definitely use him again."

Victor S on April 2023

CF Builders prides itself on integrity and honesty. We are focused on providing top quality work to all of our customers and we won't leave until you're satisfied. Give us a call or click for an estimate today.

"Great communication, great work. Extremely efficient and timely. Would recommend Craig Fine to anyone and would definitely use him again."

Victor S on April 2023


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Hammers and Nails Construction, LLC

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Hammers and Nails Construction, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 15 years' experience we have built a small business with friendly service and fair prices. We intentionally keep space in our schedule to be able to handle urgent requests as soon as possible. We are ready to handle housing repairs, remodels and renovations. After the initial phone call, we strive to be on site to walk through your project idea with you within the week. We provide a no cost estimate, constant communication of project timeline, and ensure that any "surprises" are communicated clearly and approved before moving forward. Let's talk about your next project!

"They were on time,on budget, clean thorough,and overall excellent work"

William O on March 2022

With over 15 years' experience we have built a small business with friendly service and fair prices. We intentionally keep space in our schedule to be able to handle urgent requests as soon as possible. We are ready to handle housing repairs, remodels and renovations. After the initial phone call, we strive to be on site to walk through your project idea with you within the week. We provide a no cost estimate, constant communication of project timeline, and ensure that any "surprises" are communicated clearly and approved before moving forward. Let's talk about your next project!

"They were on time,on budget, clean thorough,and overall excellent work"

William O on March 2022

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

A finished basement does not always count as square footage, though this varies by state regulations. You may live in an area that allows for below-grade spaces to be considered in a home's official square footage. In those cases, the basement must meet certain conditions, like having a functional egress and being a livable space with flooring, finished walls, and temperature control. Your local assessor can confirm your area's policies regarding basement square footage.

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.

You should always use high-quality lumber for your framing in order to ensure it will last the test of time and resist moisture. Use 2-foot by 4-foot lumber that is pressure-treated for your framing.

Yes, it is possible to turn a regular basement into a walkout basement. Doing so involves excavating the land around at least one side of your basement foundation, installing retaining walls to create a permanent below-grade area outside your home, and then cutting into the foundation to install an exterior door that leads out to the new space. This is an expensive and time-consuming project, but it can add a lot of value and utility to your home.

It may not come as a surprise that the kitchen is the most expensive room in the house to renovate. This is due to the expensive appliances like the range, hood, and fridge, but also because the bones of the room—like electrical and plumbing—are expensive to move or replace. While there are ways to renovate a kitchen on a budget, it will always carry a hefty price tag, even if you cut some corners.

The James Island, SC homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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