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Rough Diamonds Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nate was available within the next day of contacting him to give a reasonable quote, was accommodating in doing his best to do the remodel to our standards and gave many choices for fixtures, sink top and shower. All of his workers kept us informed of what they were doing. Would highly recommend. I love my new bathroom!"
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+8

Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundworks
4.3(
245
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Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tanner Welling was here today to inspect a small area of water on our basement floor. We have waterproofing from Baker,s, now Groundwork?s for the past 3 years. My husband called on Tuesday about the problem and here was Tanner just 2 days later to inspect the basement! He was very thorough and explained everything in detail as he went along. He is a very nice young man and solved the problem. We were very pleased with the quick response from Groundwork?s and the work of Tanner "
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+16

Response time11 hrs
295 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Rovenolt Contracting
New to Angi

Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Rovenolt Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n\n+8 Years of Experience\n

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
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Basements Love Us Inc
4.5(
124
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Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Best company ever!! Shannon got us a next day appt. Kurt our salesrep was awsome and didnt make us sit thru some long winded presentation. Compared to other companies we got a great fair price and our basement that was flooded is now dry as a bone! The workers really work hard and finished our entire basement in less than 2 days. They cleaned things up so welll after it was like they were never even there!! 5stars all the way!! If u want a great job and dry basement hire Basements love us!!!! Thank u"
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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J D Construction and Remodeling
5.0(
85
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Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JD Construction did an amazing job on our office remodeling project. They came when they said and did high quality work. We would highly recommend them and will use them in the future."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Loebrich Contracting Inc
4.9(
86
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Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent..very professional. The workers showed up on time every day and worked all day and cleaned up every day. The quality of the work is exceptional and they made sure that they checked all the plumbing/pipes before proceeding with full remodel. Brian, one of the workers found a problem that needed fixed and we addressed this issue as to not have a finished new bathroom and then have to come back and tear it up to fix a pipe. We welcomed their help in designing the bathroom from tile, fixtures etc.. They got everything done ahead of time and we are quite pleased happy with their work. Our home is older and now we have an up-to-date and quot;spa-likeand quot; bathroom that we enjoy everyday. In the future I have a kitchen remodel I would like to do and would definitely hire them again and again. One of the better companies I have dealt with over the years. <br />"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Weaver Building & Remodeling LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the outset the entire team was very professional and courteous. The owner and his employees are friendly and very accommodating.  They arrived on time and worked with minimal breaks.  They worked 10-hour days Monday-Thursday so they could have Fridays off.  They took their time to do the job right, with no re-dos needed.  Our punch-list items at the end of the job were taken care of promptly.  This wasn't our first major construction project, and bar none Weaver is the best construction firm we've ever worked with. <br /> There were a lot of custom details in our project like a heated bathroom floor, log siding, stone veneer on the front stoop, pocket interior doors, and a round-top entry door.  The crew met every challenge and exceeded our expectations every time.  We can't think of any aspect of the job that we aren't happy with. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Buterbaugh's Kitchen Center
5.0(
5
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Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We can do as much or as little of a renovation, home improvement, addition, or bathroom remodel as you would like us to take care of. We also are a dealer for KraftMaid cabinetry, or build you custom cabinetry.

Recommended by80%of homeowners
JDV Contracting / CUTTING EDGE CONCEPTS
4.8(
5
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Serving Altoona, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

J D V Contracting is a business offering services varying from maintenace to rental properties to additions, decks, to full scale renovations. specializing in custom cabinetry and counter top fabrication/ kitchens and baths. from the basement to the roof no job is to small or to big. very professional and courtious employees with over 20 years experience.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Altoona, PA

Finishing a basement turns unused square footage into livable space and returns up to 70% of what you spend when you sell your home. Beyond that resale boost, you gain a playroom, home office, or guest suite you can start enjoying right away. That mix of daily comfort and solid return on investment (ROI) makes basement finishing one of the smartest upgrades you can tackle.

In some parts of the country—especially lots on swamps, high water tables, or other wetlands—local codes prohibit basements. Saturated soil puts constant pressure on foundation walls and lets water seep in faster than any sump pump can handle. 

If your property sits on waterlogged ground, building on a slab or crawl space is often safer, more affordable, and code-compliant.

Most basements wrap up in four to eight weeks. Framing takes three to five days, with electrical and plumbing rough-ins following over the next week. Add five days for drywall, two to three for flooring, and another week for paint, trim, and punch-list items. 

Delays can happen if materials run late or your contractor’s calendar is packed, so build in a little cushion when you plan.

Whether a finished basement counts toward your home’s official square footage depends on local rules. Many areas only include below-grade space if it has code-approved egress, fully finished walls, ceilings, and floors, plus consistent heating. 

Check with your local assessor or building department before you start; meeting those standards can affect taxes, appraisals, and resale value.

Building codes require a checklist: dedicated heat and electrical service, a code-approved stairway, and at least one egress window or exterior door. Walls, ceilings, and floors must be fully finished and meet insulation, ventilation, and fire-separation standards. If you add a bedroom, you’ll also need a closet, proper clearances, and safe exits. If you change the layout later, be ready to update the space so every new room still meets today’s code.

The Altoona, PA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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