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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.84(
920
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

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JIM RADELL CONSTRUCTION CO

1200 W 4th St
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JIM RADELL CONSTRUCTION CO

1200 W 4th St
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49 years of experience

Radell Construction specializes in bores, excavating, plowing, trenching, sawing, and many trenchless options. We work in rock, clay, silt, peat, among others. We also offer: Fiber Optics: Aerial & Buried Cable Blowing Splicing (Inside & Outside) Trenchless Options: Pipebursting Directional Boring (Horizontal Directional Drilling - HDD) Large diameter pipelines On grade

Radell Construction specializes in bores, excavating, plowing, trenching, sawing, and many trenchless options. We work in rock, clay, silt, peat, among others. We also offer: Fiber Optics: Aerial & Buried Cable Blowing Splicing (Inside & Outside) Trenchless Options: Pipebursting Directional Boring (Horizontal Directional Drilling - HDD) Large diameter pipelines On grade

RW's General Contracting

4523 W 26th Pl
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RW's General Contracting

4523 W 26th Pl
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Free onsite estimate

RW's General Contracting We are locally owned and operated with 25 years experience in the construction business. We offer discounts for senior's and military. We offer free estimates. We do not use subcontractors.

RW's General Contracting We are locally owned and operated with 25 years experience in the construction business. We offer discounts for senior's and military. We offer free estimates. We do not use subcontractors.

Color Your Carpet

9800 Beach Blvd
4.38(
8
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Color Your Carpet

9800 Beach Blvd
4.38(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Tatum Construction

27066 Kafir Rd
1.00(
1
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Tatum Construction

27066 Kafir Rd
1.00(
1
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24 years of experience

Additional contact: Jill Tatum. Family owned business with over 25 years experience.

Additional contact: Jill Tatum. Family owned business with over 25 years experience.

MJM

1405 Oak Ridge
1.00(
1
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MJM

1405 Oak Ridge
1.00(
1
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13 years of experience

2 Employees. Uses Subs. Charges Determined by the Job. Travel Charges May Apply. Fees May Apply for Emergency Service.

2 Employees. Uses Subs. Charges Determined by the Job. Travel Charges May Apply. Fees May Apply for Emergency Service.

A-1 Mr Handyman

243 E High St
4.53(
60
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A-1 Mr Handyman

243 E High St
4.53(
60
)
Customers say: Super punctual
25 years of experience

General handyman services by Tom and his 3 sons. No job is to small . 24 hr emergency services and free estimates. Reasonable rates.

General handyman services by Tom and his 3 sons. No job is to small . 24 hr emergency services and free estimates. Reasonable rates.

Sallee Metal Buildings

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Sallee Metal Buildings

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Will's Home Services

710 Chippewa St
5.00(
1
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Will's Home Services

710 Chippewa St
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned small business specializing in replacement windows and doors, shower doors and enclosures, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, and general handyman services. 35 years experience in most fields of construction.

Family owned small business specializing in replacement windows and doors, shower doors and enclosures, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, and general handyman services. 35 years experience in most fields of construction.

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Ashley Lauren Design Studio

716 W. 2nd Street
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Ashley Lauren Design Studio

716 W. 2nd Street
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12 years of experience

Ashley Lauren Design Studio, LLC, is a marketing and design firm specializing in social media management, graphic and interior design services for extraordinary businesses and people.

Ashley Lauren Design Studio, LLC, is a marketing and design firm specializing in social media management, graphic and interior design services for extraordinary businesses and people.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Cherokee, KS

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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