Top-rated basement remodelers.

Get matched with top basement remodelers in Cecilia, KY

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Basement remodelers in Cecilia

Avatar for BradWay Construction and Restoration, LLC
BradWay Construction and Restoration, LLC
5.0(
3
)

Serving Cecilia, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

BradWay Construction and Restoration was founded with the intention to provide a superior level of service and craftsmanship to our clients that is rare in the residential construction/restoration marketplace. Our goal is to support homeowners that may otherwise struggle with stress and uncertainty during the design process, as well as reduce their subsequent frustrations and regrets during the actual construction process that often result from a lack of contractor service and craftsmanship. Operating from our core values of quality, integrity, transparency, and flexibility, BradWay brings stability to what can otherwise be a chaotic process for a homeowner. Call us today and let's get started!\n \n

Custom deck
Custom deck
Custom deck
Custom sunroom
Custom sunroom

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Magnus Builders
New to Angi

Serving Cecilia, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Magnus Builders, LLC is a full-service residential remodeling company based in Louisville, Kentucky. Specializing in a wide range of home improvement services, including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, home additions, roofing, siding replacement and repair, gutter installation and repair, and interior/exterior painting. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, Magnus Builders, LLC helps homeowners transform their living spaces, from minor updates to major renovations.\n

Avatar for Scott's Home Improvements
Scott's Home Improvements
4.9(
30
)

Serving Cecilia, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"David Scott worked with a fellow Handyman, Albert Coffey, and they completed the project in a little less than 9 weeks. The final outcome exceeds our expectations and it wasn't even as much of a disruption from our normal life as I would've thought. Our house looks so amazing! And the work done was incredibly high quality. Our project required a lot of creativity and problem solving and David and Albert were always willing to do whatever was needed to respond to issues, fix a problem, and ensure we loved the work. They worked hard each day and were always extremely friendly and professional (for example, my 3-year old son would run up and hug David whenever he saw him (this isn't typical)). David and Albert built a custom dog crate in our half wall that is topped with a butcher block counter top. They designed windows and built the door from scratch. Their tile work inside the dog crate, in the new entry way, and all over the fireplace was very well done. It all looks great. David and Albert regularly went above and beyond! Early in the project we noticed a leak in our roof and Albert and David got up on the roof the next day, found the nail that had punctured our shingles, and filled the hole. During the project we also had a major pipe leak in our laundry room. David and Albert spent multiple days ripping up the floor, removing drywall, fixing the pipe leak, and then patching it all back together. The last owner did several renovation projects and they were done very poorly - as these things are breaking and falling apart, we'll be calling David and Albert to do it right. All in all, we have already reached out to David and Albert to do a shower repair (as the bathroom upgrade the last owner did is now leaking into the basement). We have complete confidence in their quality of work, responsiveness to provide us a quote and get started, and also their honesty as people to provide us a fair quote and to stand behind their contract and their work. At the end of the project we noticed a lot of drywall dust around our house and David and Albert offered to deduct the cost of cleaning from our final bill because it was more than anticipated. They are just very good people. We highly recommend them for any renovation or custom project - no matter how large or how small. The project cost us about $39,000. After the project was over we called David on a Saturday afternoon because we were having issues installing a mantle on the fireplace ourselves - our drill was just not getting through the brick. David drove over in about 30 minutes and had all his tools in his truck. He then worked with us for about an hour and solved two major issues we were having with both the mantle and the counter top. He didn't expect any compensation and even called later to tell me I had voluntarily given him too much."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 77
FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Cecilia, KY

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 Cecilia, KY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.