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Avatar for Finished Basements Plus
Finished Basements Plus
4.7(
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Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"All I needed was half my basement repaired from water damage due to a broken pipe. They would not come out to even quote the job unless they were going to rebuild the entire basement. At least they didn't waste my time."
Ceiling Detail
Open Rail Staircase
Custom Kids Play Space
Main Area
Open Concept Floorplan

+193

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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COMMUNITY CONSTRUCTION MICHIGAN LLC
4.4(
19
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Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Living in Cheboygan, Michigan, it can be hard to find a trustworthy contractor. We are so glad we found Community Construction through their website, CommConstruct.com. We ended up hiring them to completely remodel one of our bathrooms. We wanted to change from a standard bathroom with a tub and shower to a beautiful tiled walk-in shower, along with a new tiled floor and new vanity. My wife and I are extremely happy with the results and highly recommend them."
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Modernized Roof
Long Deck After
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+3

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Custom Built, Inc.
1.0(
1
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Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Transform the place you live into a home you love. At Custom Built, we’ve spent 20+ years eliminating the contractor "horror stories" that keep Mid-Michigan homeowners up at night. Operating from our Okemos design studio, we deliver a seamless, premium experience built on transparency, accurate budgeting, and fixed timelines. You won't have to guess what your space will look like; our advanced 3D virtual design rendering lets you walk through your project before construction even begins.\n\nThe Design-Build Advantage means your architecture, engineering, permits, and construction are all handled under one single contract. As the Greater Lansing region's only TrexPro Platinum builder and NARI Certified Remodeler, every project we build is backed by our exclusive Lifetime Workmanship Warranty.\n\nOur Premium Specialties: Luxury kitchen and bath remodeling, open-concept wall removals, custom composite and cedar decks, sunrooms, home additions, and finished basements.

Full Luxury Kitchen Remodel with Island
White Tile Shower and Gold Finished Sink Vanity
Freestanding Bathtub and Glass Shower
Basement Bar with Countertop Seating and Sink Area
Wet Bar and Living Room Area with TVs and Seating

+184

Response time4 days
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Michael Gary Ottenbacher
New to Angi

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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+22

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
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Matrix Basement Finishing
4.0(
65
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Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matrix Basement Solutions paired my husband and me with a skillful field foreman named Contonio (Rico) Hill. Rico provided excellent service. He made sure Matrix Basements met all of our needs with exceeding expectations. From start to finish, if we asked any questions during the way, Rico provided detailed answers and made sure our understanding was clear. As first-time homeowners, our experience with this company was a pleasant one. Rico made any doubts we had along the way vanish because his knowledge and expertise made us feel as if we made a great choice with using this company for our first significant project, our first home. If possible, I would highly recommend using this company and request Contonio (Rico) Hill as your foreman. He treats your home and project as if it was his home. Thank you, Matrix and Rico, for providing excellent customer service. We would recommend this company to anyone considering a significant renovation in their family home."
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Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Nyboer Builders and Remodeling Inc
4.3(
162
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Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After a severe wind storm that ripped off roof shingles which allowed rain into my kitchen, a friend referred me to Nyboer Builders. Jay, the owner, came to assess the situation and counseled us on different ways to tackle the issue. He also came several times to oversee and make sure things were going right once the project was in progress. In the beginning, as the demolish unfolded, they found an area that was previously done improperly and wasn't to code. Knowing it was a hazard to our family, he made sure to call in a structural engineer to fix the framing and roofing matter. He kindly worked with us since the insurance company wouldn't cover it due to it being a skylight issue where the former owner cut trusses. It was an unexpected additional $1200 and with our large family, he was willing to do a payment plan. No fault to the Nyboer Builders Company this part of the project extended the length of the project, which bumped our date to getting things done. However, Nyboer Builders returned immediately to finish the project and did a superb job. All my neighbors thought we were remodeling and came to peek in. Everyone of them (6) were impressed with the kitchen ceiling remodel and the paint job that was done.

Jay and his team at Nyboer Builders are dedicated, and do fine high quality work. The Hatch Family are grateful for his professionalism, skilled craftsmenship, and being willing to work with us. As a matter of fact, we our moving and needing to do some minor repairs quickly to be able to get the house on the market and Jay was able to fit us in since our deadline is a rush situation."
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+26

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Clean Cut Renovations
5.0(
6
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Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

"CCR was great to work with and were flexible with my schedule. They were very nice and advised what would look best when my drywall was finished . I would hire them for furture work."
Drywall Project
General Remodeling Project
General Remodeling Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project

+108

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T. Harvey Construction and Management Inc.
4.3(
32
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Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very impressed with T Harvey Construction and his crew. Our contractor was in the middle of the project when he went on leave for a family emergency. We had no one to finish the porch so I contacted T Harvey construction. Even though their schedule was full, he made sure to fit us in on short notice and completed the porch before we had our first baby. His team communicated well with us and did everything in their power to ensure our satisfaction."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in East Lansing, MI

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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