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Scott's Home Renewal
4.9(
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I used Scott's Home Renewal for a first floor renovation about three years ago, was pleased and hired them again for this. Not the cheapest contractor, but definitely the best I have used here. First class professionals; first rate subs, especially the tile and glass people The custom glass door arrived with the wrong specs, and the glass contractor got the factory to make a new one with only one day of waiting.. If you want it done right, contact Scott's."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Elite IntEx Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had 2 bathrooms updated and a few more small improvement projects. Communication was great, everything was finished in a timely manner, Yair and Jared were professional and friendly. The results surpasses expectations. The photos don’t do it justice. "
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Planurbuild LLC
4.9(
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nick remodeled our 2 level 1 bathrooms & did a great job. He helped us pick things out which helped a lot. Picked things that would last. They handled all the painting as well. Very trustworthy as well. Would recommend him again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Acculevel Inc
4.6(
184
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I'm very pleased. I had concerns about dust and fumes from the epoxy. The dust was minimal and fumes were not an issue at all. If I had to do it all over again, I'd set up a box fan with filters, as I've seen on YouTube, but even without that, the dust was not overwhelming. The workers arrived on time, explained what they were going to do and welcomed my checking in on them. When they went to lunch, they cleaned up their work area, (even put the toilet seat down in the basement bathroom), something I didn't expect at all. I had questions when they were at lunch, and the salesman got the answers I needed quickly. A couple of things I would change about this process: 1. After they were done, cleaned the area for the day, and put their equipment away, one of the workers invited me downstairs to approve their work. If I had not approved, it was a bit late for me to object as they were packed and ready to go. I suggest in the future the homeowner be asked for their approval before everything's packed up. Their work looked good, but this seemed like a manipulative tactic that wasn't appreciated. 2. The more experienced of the two workers explained early on that he needed to remove some insulation but assured me he'd put it back when he was done. When I saw that he'd not put it back, I mentioned it. He refused to put it back, saying "It doesn't matter". It was an odd way to end a perfect job up to that point. I was totally pleased with how everything was handled, and then that comment and behavior from him just put a bad taste in my mouth. That evening or the next day, I received a very nice gift from the company that was just a really nice touch. A couple of weeks later, we had heavy rains and I experienced water along the walls where the work was done. Within a week of me raising the concern, an arrangement for a technician to visit my home was made. I appreciate their prompt attention to the matter. I expect it's very simple like needing more epoxy at the base of the straps, so I decided to go ahead and submit this review. It's difficult to find trustworthy people to do work in your home. I'm very relieved I found a company that is totally worthy of that trust and highly recommend Acculevel. The work they did looks good and solid."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Premier Construction Services
4.7(
61
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are wanting to finish our basement. We were gathering quotes. He was very thorough. Explained everything. Explained his bid. We were very satisfied with his presentation. It was a free quote. I like that he was thorough and explained everything. He took time to look at what he had and addressed our concerns and needs. The one thing that turned us both off was he is proud of his almost million dollar home, the fact that he can afford that it is going to be a five million dollar home just did not ring true with us. The price was more than we had anticipated but all the quotes that we obtained were more than we had anticipated."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Jepson Enterprises
4.8(
10
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kevin was very professional and punctual. It took about 1 month for him to fit us into his busy schedule...and now we see why he is so busy. His work is awesome. We had him do our doors to see how we liked him and his work. We have a bathroom that needs remodeled and we will ask him to do it! Even if it takes a few months for him to get to us, it is worth the wait. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Complete Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Colo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Complete Construction. Josh gave me a bid and came in under budget. This was originally going to be a labor-only job, as I had purchased all the materials with the intent to do it myself. After deciding that I did not want to break my back hanging 4'X8' sheets of 1/2" OSB, I called Josh. I told him we would be out of town for 10 days and that I wanted to come back and have it be done. The stairs he built were not part of the original request. While on vacation, I called him to ask if he would build them out of cedar. This request was actually the second time he had to run for materials. I miscalculated the number of sheets that would be needed and Josh was kind enough to go into the hardware store to buy the additional sheets needed. He had already finished the sheeting when I asked for the stairs to be built. He made a special trip to the hardware store to buy the parts and went back to the house to finish that project AND DID NOT CHARGE ME EXTRA FOR THE SECOND TRIP!! Needless to say, we came home from our trip and everything was finished. I didn't even have to clean anything up. He and his crew left the garage cleaner than they found it. If you need a project done, Complete Construction can do it. I know this was a fairly small task, but with his attention to detail and customer service, he will be the contractor that gets my kitchen remodel job later this year!! <br />"
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Colo, 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.

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