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R & B Remodeling
4.8(
39
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Serving Buffalo, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Angi exceeded my expectaions, locating R&B Remodeling, a team with a remarkably wide skillset, who showed excellence in standards of quality, professionalism and efficiency, did work of exceptionally high standard, on time, on budget, and at a very fair price. The team at R&B Remodeling proved exceptionally reliable, honest, and professional. After 35 years of home ownership; this was my first Angi project; I will be choosing only from Angi from now on, and will be highly recommending Angi and R&B Remodeling to everyone."
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Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Gabe's Construction & Restoration, PLLC
4.9(
39
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Serving Buffalo, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was overjoyed to find someone who answers their phone, returns calls, shows up as agreed and is willing to tackle the smaller repair/remodel projects we senior citizens need help with. Love Gabe and his crew."
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Bathroom half way done
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+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Weigant Home Improvement
4.3(
6
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Serving Buffalo, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We told him we wanted a gym in our unfinished basement and this is what Austin came up with in the budget we were wanting to stay around and we are beyond impressed with the work they completed and would highly recommend them. -equipment -epoxy floors -framed walls -minor electrical -shelving to support weights Thank you Weigant Home Improvement."
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MidAmerica Basement Systems
4.5(
140
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Serving Buffalo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quality work with a lifetime guarantee on no cracks and a dry basement. I originally had a problem with the way an employee explained the warranty to me. She indicated that it was void because I had not contacted the company within 30 of my brother's death. However, a spokesperson from the company today told me that that was incorrect information. They are restoring the lifetime warranty in my name at no charge. I am pleased with how they handled my complaint."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Red Box Design Inc.
5.0(
38
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Serving Buffalo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dean did a great job with the design of our master bathroom. He really listened to what we wanted and did a great job of designing a beautiful and functional bathroom within a budget we felt was very reasonable. Greg was in charge of executing this design and coordinating with others to get everything completed. The result is a bathroom that is more beautiful then I imagined it could be. The bathroom has the spa like feel of a high end hotel. I wondered why we waited so long to do this. When choosing a contracter for our bathroom remodel, I got several different estimates. The estimates varied considerably. I checked references and spoke with several neighbors who had used Red Box design. They were very happy with their work. We were happy as well and as such are very happy to recommend Red Box Design to anyone considering a remodeling project. My husband is an engineer and very particular that things are done correctly. He was too busy to tackle this project but was very happy to let Red Box take over."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Basement Solutions Inc
4.5(
12
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Serving Buffalo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"10lb weight restriction. This was extremely frustrating since we were told they would come on Tues. Overall, once the gentlemen arrived all of them were pleasant and courteous. Work went smoothly and they finished in 4 days. The concrete finish work is poor. This was especially discouraging as he guy old me he doesn't normally do concrete work. It seemed as if som of he workers weren't as knowledgable about the product, since they didn't have answers for questions I had. The first night after it was finished, we had a large rainfall. The basement is dry and with the dehumidifier running, I no longer smell mold. We looked in he drain ports and noticed water running the opposite direction of he sumps. Regardless, the basement is dry and water stayed out! We're glad we did it as the end result is a dry basement. However, there were issues we weren't happy with as stated above. Maybe we're just being picky, but we should-it was a lot of hard-earned money."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Emergent Builders
5.0(
5
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Serving Buffalo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"For as crazy of a bathroom layout and size, they made it work! Thank you for doing it in such a timely manner even with shipping delays. We appreciate your craftsmanship."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Buffalo, IA

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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