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Wells Professional Painting
4.9(
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Serving Centralia, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"The customer service was good, but the paint job was not worth 2400. They too the doors off my vanity for 4 days instead of just leaving them off until finished. I can see paint brush lines, and they did come back to smooth the caulking in the corner of the door casing. I have now hired a company who is basically going to pain all of the inside. They are spraying all doors, casing, and baseboards. The job was suppose to be no longer than 2 days, but it took 4 1/2 days. I definitely need to do better vetting those who do work on the house. "
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+5

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Team Thompson Trades
New to Angi

Serving Centralia, MO and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hello, I am a recently retired educator and coach. I learned building trades from my father as a child and worked with him in construction for 8 years building houses from the ground up including plumbing, wiring, concrete, cabinetry, etc. from framing to finish. I have completed my own additions, remodeling, and repairs for the last 30 years. I'm a detail oriented perfectionist that enjoys working with my hands and providing a quality, reasonably priced service.

Bathroom
Bathroom
Bar area
Recreation area
Bedroom

+2

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EJ Flooring
4.8(
21
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Serving Centralia, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

EJ Flooring is a custom bath and kitchen remodeling company. We specialize in custom tile installation, including custom tile showers and counter tops. Our company can also install laminate flooring and pre-finished hardwood floors in your home. We are able to provide the necessary materials and labor to complete any project.

Stacked stone fireplace
Dining room
Laundry Room
Custom tile shower
Custom Tile Shower

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aarow Building
4.6(
46
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Serving Centralia, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Through our focus on Passive House construction over the past few years we have emerged as a regional leader in high performance green building, bringing transformational energy performance and quality assured durability to our green projects. Even as our work transforms the way we approach "conventional" projects, we remain rooted in the craft-based remodeling and new building that we started with 31 years ago. \n\nA company of carpenters, we construct buildings that sustain and delight by empowering employees, harnessing 21st century building science, and advancing the traditions of craftsmanship. This method is built on five pillars: \n\nCraft: durable, precise work preformed by Aarow Building's career carpenters. \n\nBuilding Science: new levels of home performance achieved through a physics and systems based understanding of how buildings work. \n\nCollaboration with clients and designers: superior homes born of thorough and effective collaboration between the three parties- client, designer and builder. \n\nRigorous project management: on time and on budget protects delivered through clear communication, open books and project management. \n\nEmpowered Employees: service to the client and the designer via service to the employee - happy employees create happy customers.

IKEA Kitchen
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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A&M Developments
5.0(
6
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Serving Centralia, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely amazing! They truly delivered and were great to work with. Kept me up to date on any issues and we discussed solutions. Bathroom looks so good I now need rest of house done!! Thank you!"
Bathroom Remodel
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+115

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Centralia, MO

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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