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Mostaed Home Improvement
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"I hired Mostaed Construction several years ago for kitchen remodeling. Their work was outstanding. Based on their initial work I've used them as my go to company for a numerous indoor and outdoor projects. Always 100% satisfied. Honest and dependable. I highly recommend!"
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+52

Response time8 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.7(
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From my very first phone call, Tim was extremely helpful and eager to assist, clearly explaining the process and answering all of my questions. Jim visited first to assess the project, and I explained that the work would involve remodeling an existing built‑in furniture unit and transforming it into a functional home office. He fully understood the scope and offered practical input based on his experience. Jim completed the work on time and to a very high standard, with excellent attention to detail and overall quality. The transformation from the original built‑in to the finished home office exceeded my expectations, both in terms of craftsmanship and functionality. It was a pleasure working with Tristate from start to finish, and I would not hesitate to highly recommend them."
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Friedman Home Improvement & Masonry
4.3(
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Warranties offered

"Jason and Barry were terrific . Good prices . Had FRIEDMAN HOME IMPROVEMENTS AND MASONRY do my roof, kitchen, bathroom, flooring , and concrete. I would definitely hire them again and plan to. Good honest people to deal with including the workers !"
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+27

Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Citywide Property Management, LLC
3.6(
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had our basement remodeled and can't be happier with how things went. Mike was extremely knowledgeable and responsive, the entire crew was always on time and professional, and the basement looks outstanding! We have gotten raving reviews from everyone that's seen the basement and our family is so happy to have the extra space to enjoy together. After initially reaching out to several companies and getting outrageous estimates or dealing with no shows for meetings, I'm so thankful I found Citywide! I would highly recommend and will consider them again for future projects."
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Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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TechPro Roofing
4.7(
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's 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. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\n

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Roundhouse Roofing
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Roundhouse ROOFING has done a fantastic job with all of my projects from ROOFING windows and exterior siding. They’ve always been on time, clean up after their job, and has an eye for detail. These guys will always have my business!"
Full exterior remodel
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Full roof replacement

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lanreno LLC
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys are the best. The kitchen remodel they did looks great, was done fast and was surprisingly affordable. I highly recommend Lanreno for any home repair needs."
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Dayton, OH

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, OH homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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