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Avatar for GR General Contracting
GR General Contracting
4.2(
268
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gordon’s team did a really good job remodeling my bathroom and my unfinished basement. Their new drywall & flooring installation work great and they did a good job with the plumbing & electrical adjustments I needed done. They cleaned up the mess they made daily and tried to keep the rest of the house clean and dust free. Total cost for both basement & bathroom remodel was $23900. There were some additional remodeling costs that I didn’t budget for initially but Gordon was willing to work with me on making payments for the additional features that were added to the remodel. Overall they are a good company and I’m happy with the work they did."
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Basement

+63

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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GR General Contracting LLC
4.9(
30
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired GR General Contracting to remodel my basement. Every aspect of the project was excellent. My remodeled basement is beautiful. I would definitely hire again. Gordon communicated regularly about the project schedule and kept me up to date every step of the way. The crew were outstanding and it was a pleasure to have them working in my my home. At the end of every day I received a walk through of the progress and an overview of the next days work. I am thoroughly impressed with my experience working with GR General Contracting."
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Basement

+15

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADM Contractors LLC
5.0(
1
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

ADM Contractors, LLC is a family-owned organization that has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. Our people make the difference. We are lucky to have on staff knowledgeable craftsmen with expertise in both the residential and commercial markets. Our employees take pride in their work by showing their active involvement, creativity, and support during the entirety of each and every project. \n \nWe are delighted that you have chosen to consider ADM for your General Contracting needs and look forward to the possibility of working with you in the future.

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Whitefish Bay Home Remdl
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Whitefish Bay Home Remdl
Kitchen

+93

Response time3 days
Response rate89%
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Investment Painting Contractors
4.9(
196
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Cost is determined by the job and there is rarely a down payment required. I accept cash, checks, most major credit cards (through PayPal - even for clients with no PayPal account and I can accept cards in person as well), PayPal transfers, and also offer installment plans for approved clients. We do all the work ourselves, are fully insured, and if a sub-contractor is needed for some aspect of the job (i.e. plumbing/electric) this will be specified at the time of the estimate.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing
4.5(
296
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matrix team created an amazing remodel in our raw basement. We love the efficiency of the contractors and the explanation of the process of completing the project. We love our new basement!"
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+99

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for American Home Remodeling
American Home Remodeling
4.4(
210
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

"We are certainly glad we chose American Home Remodeling for our basement finishing project. Scott and Nick were definitely the right team for the job as they guided us through the process step by step. Their knowledge and experience was greatly beneficial, especially with laying out the bedroom and bathroom portions of the project. We are very satisfied with the quality of work and felt that we received a great value for what we paid for the project. We are already enjoying the new space and look forward to spending more time downstairs in the future! We will definitely call Scott and Nick for other future remodeling projects and would also recommend them to others."
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+15

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Strictly Ceilings LLC
5.0(
21
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Amazing, Tim was very professional and never tried to talk me into something for more money. was in and out in one day. When I left we did not have a ceiling in the basement, when I came home from work, low and behold, we had a new beautiful drop ceiling in our 900 sq ft basement."
Banquet Hall
Conference Room
Basement Family Room
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mastercat Inc
4.6(
187
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Donnie came out to look over the job and give us a price. He was on time professional, knowledgable, and sincere - my husband and I both felt very comfortable with him. He sent a written quote via email latter that day as promised. When we finally had most things out of the basement we called him back. He came out again, we added a few things to the original plan. He was reassuring that he could start on our desired date and that we would be happy with his workers. They came on our desired day to start. We were skeptical but hopeful. By the end of the first day we were thrilled with all the workers! No way we could have hoped for better. Norma the team leader was unbelievable working alongside  the men with suits and masks in hot summer weather. They were prompt everyday and worked hard and quickly and were neat and clean.  Everything was just right when they left. I highly recommend MasterCat if you need mold remediation and want your property treated like it was theirs. "
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Kitchen Krafters LLC
Kitchen Krafters LLC
4.7(
67
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

"My basement remodel turned out as I hoped and looked just as drawn up by a separate architect. Much of the work and cost was re-routing plumbing, electrical and HVAC to get the most floor and ceiling space, and the subcontractors were great. Roger's attention to detail ensured and I was happy with the quality of all the subs. He was very responsive and always answered my questions in a timely manner. He had good suggestions as the project progressed. I had to do a bit of work on my own for the permits as not licensed in Milwaukee, but it was not too difficult as I already had the architect's plans. I also did a bit of running around for some supplies which helped keep a few costs down. Overall, although the cost was higher than I had hoped, I am really enjoying the space and happy I did it."
Full home remodel & 1200sft addition with a full basement Build out...
Full home remodel & 1200sft addition with a full basement Build out...
Full home remodel & 1200sft addition with a full basement Build out...
Full home remodel & 1200sft addition with a full basement Build out...
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+291

Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Midwest Home Remodeling & Design
Midwest Home Remodeling & Design
4.3(
22
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Rochester, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was our first remodeling project of any kind, and we were very nervous to take it on.  Having heard many horror stories, I searched the list before getting any estimates-- but from the first phone call we had a good feeling about John.  He was very easy to work with-- he quickly came out for the estimate and discussed in detail what we wanted out of our kitchen.  A complete gut remodel was not within our budget, but we wanted to make many updates to the kitchen-- John seemed to understand that right away and never pressured us to add to the project or go beyond our intention budget-wise.   The estimate was ready when he said it would be, and he again spent time with us reviewing the plan and answering our questions. 
Throughout the project, he was very good at letting us know his plan for the day, if there were any concerns or issues, and he was also great at calling us back if we had questions.  He was considerate of our time, and was always at our home early and when he said he would be.  The kitchen looks beautiful and we hope to be calling him soon for more projects!"
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+5

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel FAQs, answered by experts

Finishing a basement can provide a great return on investment, by increasing the market price of your home when you want to sell. Beyond that, there are many reasons to finish your basement. Doing so expands the usable square footage of your home, so you can enjoy it more, even as your family grows. Renovating your basement costs less in terms of time, energy, and money than having to search for and buy a new home.

Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms. 

Finishing a basement is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.

Remodeling a basement means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring.

The cost of finishing a basement is about $18,400 on average. As you can see, the framing portion of this project costs less, because you’re essentially just dealing with laying the foundation for a finished basement. The finishing portion of the project involves a lot more intricate work and design, as well as high-end materials.

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.

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.

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