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Cape Home Remodel
4.9(
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Serving Fairview, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

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"Excellent job done by Jeff from Cape home remodel. Everything from start to finish was so professional: he delivers on all his commitments such as price; time of start/finish; quality of materials; cleanliness, etc. Jeff had previously created a family room in half of our basement, which also turned out perfectly. He's the only one we call for remodeling projects."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
South Gate Home Improvements
5.0(
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Serving Fairview, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

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I had tile flooring installed last year in my kitchen and noticed how the grout was cracking throughout the kitchen. I called South Gate Home Improvements for an estimate to replace the tile. With a very reasonable estimate I had them to install the new tile.

Prior to him installing my new tile he showed me how the previous contractor did not screw down the backer board but used roofing nails instead which was the reason for my grout cracking. He spent the time correcting the deficiency and installed the new tile. The design I chose called for some precise cuts with the tile. Mr. Perabeau took his time and now I have beautiful solid tile flooring. I highly recommend him for all your remodeling needs."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EZ Remodeling & Construction
4.8(
4
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Serving Fairview, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys are the real deal. They raised my building up, dug out for the foundation and then laid the block for it. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Elam is very knowledgeable and addressed all my questions and concerns. His crew is very hard working and when all was done they did a great job of cleaning up everything. I will be using this great company to do further work."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Fairview, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I did not go with this company, they refunded my money because I didn't like their design.   I've reviewed this before.  Please can you stop these requests to do a review.
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
Renew Remodeling and Construction
5.0(
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Serving Fairview, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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!

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Fairview, KY

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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