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Creative Basements
4.94(
48
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted Creative Basements for my daylight basement finishing project. The detailed competitive quote I received coupled with the fact that I knew I would be communicating with the owner of the Company (and not a project manager) throughout the process made is a no-brainer for me and I picked Creative Basement from several other companies I was considering. Jason was very responsive throughout the entire process and answered all of my questions prior to signing the contact and throughout the entire process. I ended up having finished approximately 1650 sq ft of finished space which included a living room w/fireplace, bar, full bathroom, bedroom, game room and gym. I would highly recommend this company."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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C.E. Miller, Inc.
5.00(
28
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Chuck completed a second-story addition for us, transforming a high ceiling into an office and an additional bedroom that seamlessly expanded our upstairs living space. He was highly responsive, organized, and extremely easy to work with throughout the entire process. His team cleaned up thoroughly at the end of each day, and the project was completed ahead of schedule. His crews were always polite, professional, and respectful of our home. We would absolutely recommend Chuck for any project and will definitely use him again in the future."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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HomeVantage
5.00(
14
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Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellence, Exceptional and Exceeds. Those three words describe my experience with Homevantage. I recently contracted with Michael McArthur and his Homevantage team to build a screened-in back patio from just a small concrete slab. I showed Michael pictures of what I had in mind without even seeing anything like it in person and boy did it pay off, my vision was brought to life. The craftsmanship was excellent, the customer service from beginning to end was exceptional and the end product exceeded my expectations. I am very happy and have received so many compliments on how beautiful my new addition is from everyone who has seen the completed project. It was an overall great experience and I would highly recommend using this company for any type of residential remodeling you are seeking because without a doubt I am very glad that I did. Thank you Michael, Pamela, Tyler and the rest of the team for all the great work on this project."
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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CE Miller Contracting
5.00(
15
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chuck completed a second-story addition for us, transforming a high ceiling into an office and an additional bedroom that seamlessly expanded our upstairs living space. He was highly responsive, organized, and extremely easy to work with throughout the entire process. His team cleaned up thoroughly at the end of each day, and the project was completed ahead of schedule. His crews were always polite, professional, and respectful of our home. We would absolutely recommend Chuck for any project and will definitely use him again in the future."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Ferentino Design Build Inc.
5.00(
37
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Angi Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went so well. From start to finish everything was done professionally and the whole crew was so well guided by Danny the project manager. Was done on time without any issuesp"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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CHI Construction, Inc.
4.32(
28
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Angi Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I paid Mr Charlie Hippie of Cardinal Construction & Roofing INC $9000.00 on August 26th 2021. He promised to start work in 2 weeks. Which was supposed to be on September 9 2021. He never did. I called him every week for 4 weeks and all he kept doing was giving me excuses upon excuses. He was supposed to finish my basement for my sick mother in Law to use as treatment. I am still trying to reach him as I write this review but he has refused to pick his phone call or respond to my messages."
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Decatur, GA

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.

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