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Avatar for Foundation Recovery Systems
Foundation Recovery Systems
4.7(
371
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Serving Chillicothe, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The team was kind, professional and knowledgeable. They completed the job promptly and now two months and several rain storms later, we have zero leaks and no water in our basement."
Protect Your Basement Before & After
Protect Your Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Protect Your Concrete Before & After

+16

Response time1 day
82 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Halo Design Build, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Chillicothe, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Halo Design Build, LLC is here to help! \n\nOur Thermal division offers a variety of services including: Sprayfoam insulation, blown-in Cellulose or Fiberglass, Batt insulation, Ecoseal (for sealing the gaps around windows, doors, ets), Siding and Rooftop coatings. Just put what you are looking for in your inquiry and we will take it from there!\n\nOur Design/Build division is quite diverse, offering anything from decks to full kitchen remodels to Design and Build Custom Homes. Our Custom Homes are high-end, so we may not be the least expensive, but we are the best. If high quality and detail is what you are looking for, we are the team to provide it. We are selective in who we accept, so the more details you can put into your inquiry, the higher probability we will accept your opportunity.\n\nWe are based out of the Mount Pleasant area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!\n

Mission
Sprayfoam
Mission
Cabin
Cabin

+38

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Hixson Contracting LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Chillicothe, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Hixson Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

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+3

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C & C Carpentry
4.9(
4
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Serving Chillicothe, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Welcome to C & C Carpentry! We are a premier professional contracting company, offering the highest quality work and most attentive customer service. We are known for paying exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority.\n\nPlease call us today to schedule your appointment!\n\n \n\n\n \n

Serving area cabinets and counter tops
Serving area cabinets and counter tops
Kitchen
Bar area
Dining area

+81

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Acculevel Inc
4.6(
184
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Serving Chillicothe, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This is one of the BEST COMPANIES I have ever worked with! They are very responsive & HONEST!! - After they excavated the sites it was discovered there where Helical piers from a past job of theirs from many years ago... maybe even 20 years ago. Nolan Beery came down to Indianapolis to see the piers first hand - and covered them with their lifetime warranty. I was not the original owner that added the piers... they found the receipt that they did do the work many years ago for a previous owner of my home. They covered majority of the pier sites under their warranty. THERE ARE FEW COMPANIES THAT HAVE THIS HONESTY & INTEGRITEY LIKE ACCULEVEL. Acculevel is one of the best companies I have worked with. Hands down if you need any foundation work by a professional company that stands by their work Acculevel is the choice!"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Dudley Brothers Company
4.8(
14
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Serving Chillicothe, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Owner was in routine contact. Carpenter always arrived at expected time, was very respectful of our home. Cleaned up at the end of the day to keep our small kids safe. Work was thorough, carpenter was able to anticipate problems so they could be corrected with the least amount of disruption (ie drain needed to be lowered prior to installing sink base). <br />"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Bix Basement Systems
4.0(
42
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Serving Chillicothe, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1960

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very good service across the board. Sales professional was punctual, knowledgeable, and polite. Our concerns were addressed and solution provided. The man that performed the work was great as well, he explained the work again and was done on time. The job came in well under budget, and we honestly wouldn't have known, they could have charged us the full amount but didn't. One note: This job was to address water seeping in through a crack in the basement and we haven't had much precipitation since the job has been done. While I have confidence that the problem is solved, I don't have any real proof yet."
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Born Again Interiors
4.3(
12
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Serving Chillicothe, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"esInitially it started out well but as is typical in this industry, things start to fall off.  He is able to do most phases of construction but prefers trimwork.  The scope of work that we had didn't fit where he wanted to be.  If it was a single job that he was being hired for, I think he would be good.  He did good work but we do a lot of custom stuff and that throws our subs off sometimes.  Super nice guy and I felt that he was trustworthy. <br />"
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Chillicothe, 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.

The Chillicothe, IA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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