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Fresh Start Remodeling and Repair, LLC
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Orleans, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James and Dustin did a great job. They were here when they said they would be, good communication, very professional! Never left a mess, and very accommodating. We would definitely recommend Fresh Start Remodeling and Repair."
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Stark Construction LTD. CO.
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Orleans, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a locally owned and operated construction company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! we strive to

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Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vista Home Improvement
4.3(
419
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Orleans, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work did by Vista Home Improvements turned my 30+-year-old house back into a home I looked forward to showing others. The planning stage was painless and professional. Brian was incredible to work with and had a great deal of knowledge on choosing the right materials and colors that were perfect for my house. The work started soon after meeting with Brian. The work was done in a timely manner and the workers were efficient and took care of my yard. I love how my house looks now!"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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AME BUILDERS
4.8(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Orleans, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

AME BUILDERS proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that mater most to you. We focus heavily on timelines with are start and completion schedule for your job. We understand and respect your time and space. We take a lot of pride in are work and make it a neat and organized job site. When we leave a job site we make sure it’s 100% picked up and a safe environment. Are goal is to satisfy you 100% with are work we do. We always hope of EARNING repeat business. We believe heavily on making the customers 100% satisfied with are work and work performance. Please give us a call today and we would be happy to meet you and go over with everything with you AME BUILDERS \nCell 603-991-4457\nHome 603-838-8250

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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Orleans, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Amanda was really very good!  At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it.  It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about.  I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Doug Hodge Company
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Orleans, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Doug Hodge Siding and Windows and Roofing Company., has been providing energy efficient home improvement services for over 35 years in Vermont's NEK--from Burke to Lyndonville, Saint Johnsbury and Newport, VT to Littleton, NH. \n\nAs a professional roofing contractor, restoration expert and carpenter, Doug has worked on hundreds of homes, replacing windows, installing vinyl siding and providing new roofing, from standing seam roofs to shingle roofs to steel roofs. \n\nCall Doug today for your free window, roofing, siding or mold remediation and fire damage restoration estimate.

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

You technically can paint wires in a basement ceiling, but there are several important safety and code considerations. It's safe to paint non-metallic sheathed cable as long as the labeling remains visible. You can also paint low-voltage wires and conduit and junction boxes to help them blend into your basement. 

However, you should not paint damaged or deteriorated wiring is a fire hazard because it poses a fire hazard. The same goes for painting over high-heat wires that connect to heat-generating appliances or systems. Be sure to avoid painting multiple coats onto any wires, as that traps heat and poses fire risks.

Although it’s not required, air ventilation in a finished basement can help improve the air quality, prevent moisture and mold issues, keep musty odors away, and also maintain the air quality throughout the rest of your home. Proper ventilation will help maintain the value of your investment in finishing your basement. Try basement ventilation methods like installing vents or a dehumidifier for best results.

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