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Top Notch Renovations Facebook
4.6(
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Serving Gray, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired them to do a full kitchen remodel and it turned out fantastic I'm very happy with the result the towel work looks great also thanks you have a customer for life!!!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Midwest Exteriors and Remodel, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gray, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"It's very hard to find someone who is willing to tackle a job like the one I had in mind and this crew took it on when no one else would! Also they were reliable when they said they would be there and gave more than a fair price for the job! I recommend!!'"
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Response time2 days
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Gray, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Amanda was really very good!  At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it.  It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about.  I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Smith Home Improvments
4.6(
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Serving Gray, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Smith was able to remove the base of the light fixture. While he was doing this he found a loose wire that was live, so he reattached all my wires properly. He was then able to reattach my pull chain and put the light back up. I was relieved that he fixed the wiring problem to prevent future safety issues. Wonderful work and thoughtful demeanor."
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Chet's AZ Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Gray, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were EXTREMELY efficient. Jobs were done with expert skill. I couldn't be MORE pleased. If I have another project I know who I will call. Great people, great service. So impressed and happy !!!"
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Eckrich Home Repair And Remodel
5.0(
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Serving Gray, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Eckrich Home Repair And Remodel is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Gray, IA

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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