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PSD Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Clinton, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris, the owner, does excellent work. He is a very skilled, knowledgeable and friendly craftsman who knows how to get the job done correctly the first time. I highly recommend his services!"
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Weigant Home Improvement
4.3(
6
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Serving Clinton, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Would highly recommend this company we needed our living room completely gutted and re-insulated due to the weather during the winter they came in and removed our whole living room installed new wiring and recessed lights and insulation in a timely manner and very professional. We will be having more work completed by this company again thank you so much"
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Des Moines Area Roofing
4.8(
275
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Serving Clinton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning to the end we had excellent customer service. Jan, office manager, kept us informed every day on the progress of the job. The owner, Tim, was very courteous, informative, and easy to work with. The last day finishing up the skylight the derecho hit and they worked quickly and safely to remove the equipment off the property. I'm sure they remember that day! The crew on the roof were excellent and they were meticulous in the final clean-up stage. We are pleased with our new skylights!"
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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PSD Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Clinton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the bathroom remodel PSD Home Improvement completed for us. From start to finish, their communication was excellent — they kept us in the loop on every step of the process, showed up when they said they would, and made sure all our questions were answered. The quality of their work is top-notch; every detail looks clean, professional, and built to last. It’s rare to find a crew that’s this reliable and easy to work with. I’d recommend PSD Home Improvement to anyone looking for skilled, trustworthy professionals for their next remodel!"
Shower Replacement
Final product
Framing
Final product
Flex space

+17

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Clinton, IA 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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Phoenix Group LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Clinton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!\n

Kitchen Remodel
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+31

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Clinton, 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 Clinton, IA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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