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New Image Remodeling
4.9(
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Serving Howard City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"New Image Remodel is great to work w/ from the very beginning. Mark and his team were very transparent and great communicators from the quote, until the job ended. We had COVID to deal with as well and despite that added challenge, things were still completed pretty smoothly. If there was a hiccup, Mark and his team were open to change/ideas and then executed accordingly. I would not expect the lowest quote/bid from New Image remodel, but I'd expect a very fair and high value job, well done! I would not hesitate to recommend NIR to anyone who asks. I think it's important to note that we've now used this company on two different jobs, 10 years apart. The fact they they continue to deliver high quality workmanship throughout the years, shows their ability to run a business well AND deliver a great product."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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J & M Group Michigan
5.0(
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Serving Howard City, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Reasonably priced and quality work. We had to have a supporting wall removed to enlarge a children's classroom at our church. This project had to be done so we would be able to use the classroom the following Sunday. J&M came in and removed the wall, installed a support beam, and finished the project so the two rooms looked like they had always been a single room. They cleaned up afterwards and we were able to use the room the next Sunday. Thank you for all that was done. Ed Building and Maintenance Coordinator. "
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Response time3 days
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HWC Home Works Corporation
4.8(
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Serving Howard City, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Perfect All of the workers were very professional they helped us with some ideas that we had not thought of and made the project better all the way around. We will use them again for future projects"
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Miller Building Co LLC
4.6(
33
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Serving Howard City, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Miller Building Company is the most professional remodeling company I have had the pleasure to work with.  I hired Miller Building Company to finish a bathroom update and I had initially hired a 'handyman' to do.  I let the handyman go when the quality of work left much to be desired.  Miller Building Company is very detail oriented and worked with me to finish the job to my satisfaction.  Miller Building was always on time and kept me informed throughout the job.  They take the extra steps needed to get the job done, get it done right, on time and on budget.  They were respectful of my home and took extra care to minimize disruption caused by construction.  Each person I interacted with from Miller Building was polite and professional. <br />"
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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GR Builders & Painters
5.0(
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Serving Howard City, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

GR builders and Painters is locally owned and operated. Our crew members have the best attitude and are dedicated to making the customer happy. We are not the typical paint company. We go beyond the call of duty to please our clients. With over 13 years of service, our interior and exterior painting services are very effective and affordable and produce an immediate result. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!\n\nWe have crews of painters that specialize only in painting jobs. We also have crews of handyman who are also very experienced and professional!\n\nWe will be uploading photos and videos of what we do!\nGR BUILDERS Y PAINTERS DO!\nRoofing \n\nWe install GUTTERS any kind any color you want\nWe install any kind of SIDING \n\nHOMES REMODELING \nCLEANING SERVICE \nLANDSCAPING\nBATHROOM REMODELING \n\nWe do much more! for more in call or text to 6164260958\nDECKS \n\n\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Garage Kings West Michigan
5.0(
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Serving Howard City, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We LOVE our garage floor done by Garage Kings of West Michigan. The quote was competitive. Russ and his teammate were prompt with a quote and able to get us scheduled on a specific date we wanted. They dropped of a trailer for us to store our garage "stuff" in to keep it out of the elements. Once they started the whole process took about 9 hours. It looks amazing, and we are very happy with their work and professionalism."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Howard City, 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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