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Avatar for H & B CONSTRUCTION, LLC
H & B CONSTRUCTION, LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Muskegon, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Good communication at all points. Timely work to schedule with changes handled and pricing adjustments that beat expectations. Easy to work with. A fair deal."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Remarkable Renovators, LLC
4.7(
23
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Serving Muskegon, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired Remarkable Renovators to finish our basement. We wanted to add another 800 square feet, including another bedroom, a den, and an enclosed laundry room. We started with concrete floors and only one framed support wall. Remarkable Renovators handled the framing, insultation, subcontracted the drywall, did all the trim, the flooring, and the painting, and built a custom closet for us. Jamie and his team did an excellent job. They quoted us a fair price, started the project on time, and did quality work. His team members were hard working, professional, courteous, and dependable. Communication throughout the project was good and his people cleaned up their work area each night before they left! We highly recommend Remarkable Renovators of Grand Haven for your home improvement projects. You will be dealing with a contractor of high integrity! We trusted them to do the job right and they did!"
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by47%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing Southwest Michigan
3.8(
43
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Serving Muskegon, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had Steve Phillips from Matrix Basement out to our home this evening. Steve was very polite and professional. Took the time to view our basement space, gave good insight and suggestions of what layout options would work best. Along, with drawing out the layout for us to visually see. Steve answered all of our questions. We look forward to working with Matrix Basements and having our basement space finished for our family to enjoy."
Family Room
Open Concept Basement
Basement Bedroom
Staircase
Basement Before & After

+46

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by32%of homeowners
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COMMUNITY CONSTRUCTION MICHIGAN LLC
4.8(
16
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Serving Muskegon, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

" I would like to thank Community construction for the work they did with the remodel / rework job they did on my manufactured home in the Yankee Springs / Middleville Michigan area. I recently have expanded my family and need to convert an extra living room space into a bedroom and a smaller sitting / tv room. The Gentleman "Nate" who worked on my home did a great job. Nate communicated with me every step of the way to make sure I was always informed of what was going on. thanks again."
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Modernized Roof
Long Deck After
Long Deck Before
AFTER!

+3

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing Grand Rapids
4.2(
22
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Serving Muskegon, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fantastic experience working with Matrix Basements! They turned my basement into a beautiful and functional space. The craftsmanship is top-notch, and they finished on time and within budget. The team was friendly, professional, and easy to work with. I could not be happier with the results. Highly recommend!"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Our Work
Our Work

+4

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Home Works Corporation
4.9(
13
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Serving Muskegon, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike Finkler was right person for this job! always answered my questions immediately and actually took control of the whole bathroom remodel. I don’t know what I would have done without him! His people were courteous and very professional. The work they did was perfect! I would definitely hire them again for my next project!"
South Showroom
South Showroom
South Showroom
South Showroom
South Showroom

+129

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Overbuilt Construction
5.0(
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Serving Muskegon, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you\n

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Muskegon, 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.

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