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ELEMENT ELITE LLC
4.9(
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Serving Chester, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are so happy to have our basement competed. James and his crew finished our basement by drywalling, painting, trimming out windows, door frames and i stalling doors. It looks great!"
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Chester, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Amanda was really very good!  At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it.  It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about.  I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Tahr Builders, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Chester, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeremy is wonderful to work with. He finished our flooring quickly and did a remarkable job. His pricing was fair and affordable; we highly recommend this company."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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3 Peaks Maintenance & Remodeling - Halaman Utama Facebook
3.3(
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Serving Chester, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt is extremely conscientious with his work standards and work performance. I am very pleased with the outcome of the projects he has done. I have, and will continue to, recommend 3 Peaks Maintenance & Remodeling."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Moyer Builders, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Chester, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blue Mountain Construction, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Chester, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Blue Mountain Construction, LLC brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your remodeling project. We have over 5 years experience delivering unsurpassed professionalism, expertise, and value. We take pride in providing our customers with personalized customer service, the highest industry standards, and top quality workmanship. References available on request. Call today.\n

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Chester, ID

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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