L and M Home Improvement is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Richmond, IN and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you
L and M Home Improvement is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Richmond, IN and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you
Terry Weist Construction, LLC does custom remodeling and we have 22 years of experience in interior painting. We guarantee our quality of service and your satisfaction. We are an owner operated company based in Centerville, please give us a call today!
"Very experienced in construction and pays close attention to details."
Dave E on February 2020
Terry Weist Construction, LLC does custom remodeling and we have 22 years of experience in interior painting. We guarantee our quality of service and your satisfaction. We are an owner operated company based in Centerville, please give us a call today!
"Very experienced in construction and pays close attention to details."
Dave E on February 2020
Ohio Basement Authority, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Columbus and Cincinnati. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Ohio Basement Authority is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Iran H and Chris M and Max W. These guys came out and did an amazing job in my crawlspace. They had to tear out work done just last summer by Stay Dry that had not done work at all ohio basement authority did work well above standards if you need work done please puck these guys"
Robbi y on June 2025
Ohio Basement Authority, A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Columbus and Cincinnati. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Ohio Basement Authority is here to restore your foundation or basement.
"Iran H and Chris M and Max W. These guys came out and did an amazing job in my crawlspace. They had to tear out work done just last summer by Stay Dry that had not done work at all ohio basement authority did work well above standards if you need work done please puck these guys"
Robbi y on June 2025
P&G Property Solutions offers complete and partial Basement, Bathroom and Kitchen Remodeling. Deck Building & Repairs. Contractor Services for large home remodels. Free no Hard Sell Appointments, just the information you are looking for. Your appointment will be with Company Owner, Gary Brown not an inexperienced commissioned Sales Rep. Gary also personally Project Manages all projects. Call or text Gary directly at 513-307-1687 or email pandgpropertysolutions@gmail.com
"Gary is a true professional. He responded promptly with any questions we had. He had helpful tips to make and would call at various times because he had been thinking about the project and wanted to share some information. I have already recommended him to friends and family looking to have some work done in the house."
Robbin D on December 2023
P&G Property Solutions offers complete and partial Basement, Bathroom and Kitchen Remodeling. Deck Building & Repairs. Contractor Services for large home remodels. Free no Hard Sell Appointments, just the information you are looking for. Your appointment will be with Company Owner, Gary Brown not an inexperienced commissioned Sales Rep. Gary also personally Project Manages all projects. Call or text Gary directly at 513-307-1687 or email pandgpropertysolutions@gmail.com
"Gary is a true professional. He responded promptly with any questions we had. He had helpful tips to make and would call at various times because he had been thinking about the project and wanted to share some information. I have already recommended him to friends and family looking to have some work done in the house."
Robbin D on December 2023
We take pride in offering exceptional quality, over the top customer care from start to finish, always provided with unwavering integrity. We are experts who can make your home renovation vision come to life, while keeping you informed of the process every step of the way. We look forward to earning your business!
We take pride in offering exceptional quality, over the top customer care from start to finish, always provided with unwavering integrity. We are experts who can make your home renovation vision come to life, while keeping you informed of the process every step of the way. We look forward to earning your business!
Rely on our experts for custom interior home improvement, bathroom, kitchen remodeling and creative basement finishing. The professionals at Citywide offer full service home remodeling at competitive rates. With more than 20 years of experience, we are proud to offer high quality custom remodeling for any room in your home.
"Mike did a nice job building our addition back in 2015. He was a great communicator during the process"
Chad W on April 2025
Rely on our experts for custom interior home improvement, bathroom, kitchen remodeling and creative basement finishing. The professionals at Citywide offer full service home remodeling at competitive rates. With more than 20 years of experience, we are proud to offer high quality custom remodeling for any room in your home.
"Mike did a nice job building our addition back in 2015. He was a great communicator during the process"
Chad W on April 2025
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.