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Avatar for Emerald Remodeling
Emerald Remodeling
4.9(
23
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Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience working with Emerald remodeling to redo the bathroom and layout in the basement of our home. They came highly recommended from a friend and delivered a significantly lower bid from other estimates from both a cost and timeline standpoint. Throughout the process, the owner was very patient with our queries and was a great communicator, often responding quickly to our questions and helping us through any changes in direction the project needed. The end result was exactly the basement bathroom setup we needed for our family. I could not recommend Emerald Remodeling enough, and will certainly work with them on any future projects. Thank you!"
Modern Kitchen
New Kitchen
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landson Construction
4.8(
37
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Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"Ariel from Lifetime Construction inspected the damage to my wall and intelligently discussed what needed to be done to repair it. He was knowledgeable and gave me what I thought was a fair quote of $1,800. The two other quotes I got for the same job were for $2,950. and $4,800. I am very familiar with home construction work as I have lived in my home since 1961 and have had 2 major add-ons and several inside remodels done during the past 59 years. Lifetime Construction showed up precisely on time for appointments ( a rarity among contractors) and performed the work as contracted. I would definitely use them again. Sincerely, Dr. Jerry Karasick"
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells

+14

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JP Handyman & Remodeling
4.5(
97
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Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"JP retuned my call quickly and we were able to schedule the work in a matter of days. Victor did the work and he was efficient and the fence looks great. We are very pleased and would recommend them."
Arts & Crafts Exterior Update
Open Concept Great Room
Arts & Crafts Entryway
Four Season Porch
Original Charm With Upgrades

+68

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Great River Builders & Remodelers LLC
Great River Builders & Remodelers LLC
4.7(
24
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Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jon was prompt and great to work with.  He offered some great advice on how to eventually lay the carpet and paint (which we were going to do on our own).  I would definitely recommend Jon!
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+2

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Foley Construction LLC
Foley Construction LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe was so great to work with! He did our roof and then was also able to help with a couple other projects. I would hire him again in an instant and recommend him!!"
Custom Stained Deck with Metal Railing
Tile Bathroom
Custom Stone Exterior Update
Custom Border for Composite Deck
Tile Bathroom Custom Shower

+19

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Purpose Driven Restoration LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We worked primarily with Nataly and Brenden along with a fair amount of interaction with John who put up our tile. All of these folks were outstanding to work with and made every attempt to answer our questions in a timely fashion. We have had so many compliments on our new kitchen and love it so much. Nataly has such a great vision, she was very instrumental in putting it all together. John put in the tile which was challenging, it looks wonderful he also did several other tasks. Brenden managed the day to day events and kept us in the loop. I would highly recommend PDR for your remodel needs and should we plan to do more in the future we will certainly consider this company."
Kitchen Remodel
Hickory Cabinets
Kitchen Remodel
Mosaic Backsplash
Kitchen Remodel

+19

Response time2 days
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Twin Cities Tiling
4.7(
21
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Serving Dayton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Other contractors hardly call back especially for small jobs, but Twin City Tiling called right away and came out to view and quote the work. The small job was quickly scheduled and is now done. Looks nice!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Dayton, MN

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 Dayton, MN homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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