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Blue Haven Builders

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Blue Haven Builders

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40 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 40 years of experience Blue Haven Builders will transform your home to help you create a space or spaces that enhance your lifestyle through function and comfort. Our services include additions, remodeling, new homes and deck building. Whether you're looking to expand your living space, update outdated features, or create a more functional layout, we are here to bring your vision to fruition. With a focus on superior workmanship and customer satisfaction, we guide clients through every step of the process, delivering stunning results that enhance both the beauty and value of your home. Deposits May Be Required Accepts Cash, Checks and Zelle

"The most reliable, honest and professional contractor in the area. They turned our unfinished basement into a comfortable place to live and entertain our family. We were on a very tight schedule and Pete and his crew were able to make it happen. Not only did they complete the project in time for our family reunion, they did it with absolute perfection. Thanks to this amazing team we now have 2 more bedrooms, another bathroom, a very comfortable family room, a game room and bar. We would recommend them highly to anyone looking for a contractor they can count on."

Sherri D on February 2025

With 40 years of experience Blue Haven Builders will transform your home to help you create a space or spaces that enhance your lifestyle through function and comfort. Our services include additions, remodeling, new homes and deck building. Whether you're looking to expand your living space, update outdated features, or create a more functional layout, we are here to bring your vision to fruition. With a focus on superior workmanship and customer satisfaction, we guide clients through every step of the process, delivering stunning results that enhance both the beauty and value of your home. Deposits May Be Required Accepts Cash, Checks and Zelle

"The most reliable, honest and professional contractor in the area. They turned our unfinished basement into a comfortable place to live and entertain our family. We were on a very tight schedule and Pete and his crew were able to make it happen. Not only did they complete the project in time for our family reunion, they did it with absolute perfection. Thanks to this amazing team we now have 2 more bedrooms, another bathroom, a very comfortable family room, a game room and bar. We would recommend them highly to anyone looking for a contractor they can count on."

Sherri D on February 2025


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Custom Built, Inc.

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Custom Built, Inc.

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14 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of cabinet & countertops, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of cabinet & countertops, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!


"John showed up on time and did a great job. He cleaned up and left a neat jobsite."

Melodee W on May 2025

Reimer Building and Remodeling is owned by Travis Reimer. Our company blends almost three decades of construction experience and a constant flow of creativity. Call today.

"John showed up on time and did a great job. He cleaned up and left a neat jobsite."

Melodee W on May 2025


Brent's Home Restoration And New Construction

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Brent's Home Restoration And New Construction

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Brent's Home Restoration And New Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"High quality and good communication."

Bob L on March 2023

Brent's Home Restoration And New Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"High quality and good communication."

Bob L on March 2023


Long Lake Plumbing LLC

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Long Lake Plumbing LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Your project no matter how large or small is important to us. Any home improvement project can be overwhelming at times. Long Lake Plumbing, LLC strives to give you as much help and direction as we can from start of your project through completion. Thank you for your interest in our company. We look forward to working with you.

"Bob was great!!! He came out and got us hot water the next day! Excellent service, very fair, and affordable."

ANN D on July 2020

Your project no matter how large or small is important to us. Any home improvement project can be overwhelming at times. Long Lake Plumbing, LLC strives to give you as much help and direction as we can from start of your project through completion. Thank you for your interest in our company. We look forward to working with you.

"Bob was great!!! He came out and got us hot water the next day! Excellent service, very fair, and affordable."

ANN D on July 2020


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Bathmasters Inc

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Bathmasters Inc

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Customers say: Super punctual
33 years of experience

At Bath Masters Inc., everything we do is aimed at achieving complete customer satisfaction. From the time you contact us to the time you're admiring your finished product, we'll be taking every pain to ensure all the details are taken care of. Our experienced technicians know how to complete jobs efficiently while still maintaining the highest standards of quality -- giving you the best value for every dollar spent. We make sure to treat your home as if it was our own, and we're happy to answer any questions or address any concerns during the process. Our competitors can't match our great prices and versatility. Whatever you need, whether it is tile, porcelain, ceramic, fiberglass, we can resurface it for you! We've been making our customers happy for the last 20 years, and we have the skilled team, experience, and equipment to get any job done quickly and cost-effectively.

At Bath Masters Inc., everything we do is aimed at achieving complete customer satisfaction. From the time you contact us to the time you're admiring your finished product, we'll be taking every pain to ensure all the details are taken care of. Our experienced technicians know how to complete jobs efficiently while still maintaining the highest standards of quality -- giving you the best value for every dollar spent. We make sure to treat your home as if it was our own, and we're happy to answer any questions or address any concerns during the process. Our competitors can't match our great prices and versatility. Whatever you need, whether it is tile, porcelain, ceramic, fiberglass, we can resurface it for you! We've been making our customers happy for the last 20 years, and we have the skilled team, experience, and equipment to get any job done quickly and cost-effectively.


Ferraro Builders, Inc.

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Ferraro Builders, Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 2001, Ferraro Builders has been an award-winning, full-service design & construction firm specializing in luxury, custom, and timber frame homes. We are an Energy Star Partner and Certified Green Professional. We are Past-President of the Home Builders Association and member of the National Association of Home Builders. We offer an exceptional home warranty program. We have received many awards and recognition, including Distinquished Builder of the Year. We contribute regularly to many charities, including Habitat for Humanity, Toys for Tots and youth programs. We were a regular contributing columnist and writer on building industry topics for several area media.

Since 2001, Ferraro Builders has been an award-winning, full-service design & construction firm specializing in luxury, custom, and timber frame homes. We are an Energy Star Partner and Certified Green Professional. We are Past-President of the Home Builders Association and member of the National Association of Home Builders. We offer an exceptional home warranty program. We have received many awards and recognition, including Distinquished Builder of the Year. We contribute regularly to many charities, including Habitat for Humanity, Toys for Tots and youth programs. We were a regular contributing columnist and writer on building industry topics for several area media.


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Tim Kenney Building and Remodeling

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Tim Kenney Building and Remodeling

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27 years of experience

Our company has been in business for over 12 yrs. and we have been fully licensed & insured as a Residential Builder since day one. Our company is skilled in all phases of home construction. We handle every aspect of interior and exterior home improvement and maintenance. We can take care of all your Masonry & Concrete needs such as: foundations, floors, sidewalks, driveways, patio pavers, stonework (full & cultured) for walls, chimney chases, landscaping ect. We do New Construction such as: additions, custom single family homes, decks, gazebos, sheds, garages…Remodeling & Maintenance/Repair such as: roofing, siding, soffit & fascia, window and door replacement, painting/staining…Please visit my web site at (www.timkenneybuilding .com) And remember,”If it’s worth doing right, look for the Shield” “There Can Be Only One.”

Our company has been in business for over 12 yrs. and we have been fully licensed & insured as a Residential Builder since day one. Our company is skilled in all phases of home construction. We handle every aspect of interior and exterior home improvement and maintenance. We can take care of all your Masonry & Concrete needs such as: foundations, floors, sidewalks, driveways, patio pavers, stonework (full & cultured) for walls, chimney chases, landscaping ect. We do New Construction such as: additions, custom single family homes, decks, gazebos, sheds, garages…Remodeling & Maintenance/Repair such as: roofing, siding, soffit & fascia, window and door replacement, painting/staining…Please visit my web site at (www.timkenneybuilding .com) And remember,”If it’s worth doing right, look for the Shield” “There Can Be Only One.”


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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


Ludlows Home Improvement

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Ludlows Home Improvement

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Do all interior and exterior work. I have been in this line of work for 25 years. Started out with mainly roofing but have grown into all aspects of home repairs and remodeling. I sell the work and also do the work. My wife works with me. I believe quality should not be an extra cost. Good craftsmanship should be expected.

Do all interior and exterior work. I have been in this line of work for 25 years. Started out with mainly roofing but have grown into all aspects of home repairs and remodeling. I sell the work and also do the work. My wife works with me. I believe quality should not be an extra cost. Good craftsmanship should be expected.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Elk Rapids, 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.

The Elk Rapids, MI homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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