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Ward Electric
5.0(
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Serving Dunlap, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with this crew. They were very professional and they did a great job the whole family's happy with all three houses and we would definitely hire them again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bix Basement Systems
4.0(
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Serving Dunlap, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1960

Free estimates

Bix Services is a full service basement, foundation and crawl space repair company with access to more than 28 patented products by Basement Systems, Inc. and Foundation Supportworks, Inc.

Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Born Again Interiors
4.3(
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Serving Dunlap, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Family owned and operated residential and light commercial, contracting and sub contracting services. Additional Services: Handymen. Hardwood Flooring Sales, Installation, Refinishing. Interior Design & Decorating. Painting - Interior. Remodeling - Basements. Remodeling - General. Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom. Remodeling - Modular & Mobile Home. Remodeling - Sunrooms & Patio Enclosures. Siding. Windows.

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P&T Sales
5.0(
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Serving Dunlap, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

P&T Sales - Providing Parking & Transportation (As of July 2013 we became licensed used vehicle dealership) Outdoor storage needs, including Premier Portable Buildings and Tri-State Carports & Buildings. Also secure outdoor storage for: boats, Rv's, and vehicles, at a reasonable monthly or yearly cost. Moving to our Current location in September 2011, P&T Sales has made it our mission to develop our business into one stop shopping. We developed and maintain on of the most secure outdoor storage area for your outdoor storage of, (Boats, Campers, Trailers, Vehicles and Semi trailers). In April 2013 we became Northern Iowa newest U-Haul Network Dealer and Service Center. As of July 2013 we became licensed used vehicle dealership. In July 2014 we started a labor only moving service. We pride ourselves in Customer service, and on call service. We will work with all Customers in anyway possible to achieve their transportation, storage, outdoor services and moving needs. We are in a high traffic location on US 122 old Hwy.18 between Mason City and Clear Lake, Ia. 50428. Currently we have an open retail space ~450 sq. ft. available for rent under our same roof. Great location for print shop, insurance office, remote location office for existing business, availability is here!

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Dunlap, 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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