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Elite Construction & Remodeling
5.0(
77
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Serving Fernwood, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is my second project with Elite, the basement remodel they did for me years ago is still great with no issues and the new deck they just completed is perfect. The workers were a pleasure to work with again, and the results are even better than expected. I trust Elite to do literally any and all work on my house, and I can't wait to work with them again on my next project."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Premier Basement Systems
4.9(
27
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Serving Fernwood, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Premier Basement come out to encapsulate my crawlspace. I have seen their work before since my parents used their services for the exact same reason. I wanted a warmer floor which required something to be done with the crawlspace under my house. Scheduling was easy, Steve came out and inspected the space and we walked through what would need to be done. I filled out the required paperwork and away we went. We had to reschedule a few times but communication was always open. The gals in the office are on the ball. Art and his coworker (forgot his name) came out and got the job done in a day. They did have to come back another day because one of the vent covers broke and they had no spares in the truck. Not a big deal, we scheduled it and got it on in about a 2 week time frame. I am very happy with the work. I guess they actually do egress windows, which I will be calling them to do as soon as we move forward with finishing our basement."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tall Pines Remodel & Restoration, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Fernwood, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Josh and Steven with tall pines are amazing! They did a beautiful remodel on our kitchen and built some amazing cabinets. They went above and beyond for us. I’d hire them again in a heart beat! 11/10 recommend"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BHS
5.0(
7
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Serving Fernwood, ID and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Company was timely, efficient, quality exceeding expectations, company valued my desires, thoughts, ideas, and required none of my supervision to complete jobs. Overall company was cost effective and I highly recommend them."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vision Built Construction, LLC
4.4(
7
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Serving Fernwood, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Went very well. The pergola was a kit, but still a significant construction. Vision Built completed it in one day, after the concrete footings had been previously prepared and built."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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GREATER AMERICAN CONSTRUCTION CO.
5.0(
11
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Serving Fernwood, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The experience was great. They were good. They satisfactory answered all the questions I put to them. Their timing was great. I would completely recommend them. Their price is comparable and the quality was great."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Fernwood, ID

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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