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Creative Basements
4.7(
55
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We live in Dallas Georgia and decided to get our walkout basement finished for my mom to have her own apartment. Creative Basements did a bedroom, bathroom, living room for about 850 ft.². It took about three months starting in the last quarter of 2020 and just finished in January 2021. They did a great job and all the work was performed better than expected. Jason was really easy to work with. I definitely recommend Jason and Creative Basements for anybody looking to remodel their basement. Great value, great communication, no hassle, and delivered as promised. Thanks Jason!"
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FAMILY ROOM ROSWELL
BAR IN HOLLY SPRINGS WITH BRICK VENEERS
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+40

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Lar Con Construction Inc
4.8(
57
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Larry came out to look at the job of a basement remodel and immediately noticed the beam issue before we said anything. We decided at this time to just fix the support structure. We eventually want a wall under one beam but we wanted to leave the other part of the room open. Larry came out and used jacks to straighten out the beams and then built a wall under the one beam that will be finished in a future job and then braced and supported the open beam.He used an LVL beam the proper size and length and built up the column to make the house sound again. Very knowledgeable and we would highly recommend Lar-Con."
Response time5 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Miller Light Construction LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a real estate agent - I am always looking for reliable vendors to help me with my client's needs. Trevor and his crew have always been professional and easy to work with. I have used them in my personal home as well. I highly recommend them for all of your construction needs!"
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+17

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement King LLC
4.3(
51
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Anthony is prompt and professional. He identified the area underneath the porch as the water source. The porch slats were removed, area was dug out to exposed the foundation and watersealed. The porch slats were replaced carefully. He also diverted a condensation line that was pooling on the side of the house to a better drain location."
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+2

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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AAA Basement Waterproofing
4.8(
83
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall, it was a good experience. AAA put down a vapor barrier and installed a Santa Fe dehumidifier with sump pump. The result is that we can now use the stand-up basement/crawlspace to store things under the house without ruining them. This is the part that you need to know. The installation was not without problems. First, they broke an A/C drain pipe, second, they cut a sprinkler controller wire while running a PVC pipe. Here's my take, accidents happen but how does the business respond to these issues? Well, Donna was very quick to send her team out to correct the problems and they even paid for the damage to the sprinkler system. To me, that's top notch customer service. Any business can make a mistake, but how they handle it is the mark of a good company. Every time I lift the roll door and go into the basement now, I'm amazed at how cool and fresh the air is down there. No more mildew and no more smell."
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Full Interior Crawl Drainage Sys
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After Sub-Floor System

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Erickson Construction
5.0(
14
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Serving Emerson, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jerry did a wonderful job on our remodeling project, and was completed sooner than expected. Definitely going to hire Jerry for any future projects"
Partial basement remodel & laundry room build
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S. Gordon St-Atlanta kitchen remodel

+483

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Emerson, GA

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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