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Pollard Home Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was great to work with. We had a large renovation project and he handled it step by step and delivered a great home update. He was a good communicator and took care of any concern or issue promptly. He guarantees his work and stands by it. I highly recommend Pollard Home Remodeling."
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+55

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Woodwright and Millwork, LLC
4.9(
27
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andrew did an excellent job replacing my damaged siding on my house, constructing a new set of stairs for my front porch and making structural improvements to my front porch. I would highly recommend Andrew for any construction needs!"
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+20

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ooommee llc
4.8(
29
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Ooommee LLC was great to work with. Danzy, the owner, was very personable. He was very helpful and understanding. My husband and I had a very strained budget, yet he did everything he could to work around that when no one else would even give it a shot. The basement was not an easy renovation by any means. He collaborated with other pros to get what needed to be done finished & done in the time frame we needed. By the end of this project Danzy felt like family to us. Thank you to all who helped complete this renovation for my family. We are truly grateful! 110% recommend Ooommee LLC for great affordable services for your home. "
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Bunnlevel, NC Deck Restoration

+326

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cransten Service All Stars
4.8(
110
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Allen did an outstanding job building a fence around our backyard. Even my neighbors were impressed by his craftsmanship. He also handled some minor repairs and installs inside our home. Alan was very comfortable to talk to and he also made a few recommendations to help improve the jobs. If I ever need anything done to my house I will not hesitate to reach out and hire them again. "
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prime Time Custom Homes LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe was amazing to work with from start to finish. We had a complicated and logistically challenging dream project, but Joe handled it brilliantly. He and his teams were highly skilled, reliable, and friendly. Joe communicated proactively with us, so we always felt cared for and clear on the next steps. Even when there were the inevitable obstacles, Joe helped us problem solve and find solutions that were even better than our original plan. We are now living in our dream home and recommend Prime Time Custom Homes highly."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Durham, NC

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 Durham, NC homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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