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Avatar for MIDWEST STONE SOURCE + DESIGN STUDIO
MIDWEST STONE SOURCE + DESIGN STUDIO
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Serving Jefferson, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

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We combine excellent design & creativity with technical, construction, & managment expertise to deliver inspirational spaces that work!

Beautiful painted kitchen cabinets
Porcelain Farm sink
Nice open design allows the cook to be part of the entertaining
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PoundPros
5.0(
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Serving Jefferson, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"Jarrett is an excellent contractor. His workmanship is superior. He's very pleasant and easy to work with. His professionalism and precision are top notch. We will absolutely be hiring him again for any future projects."
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Custom woodworking
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BUSCH PLASTERING & STUCCO
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Serving Jefferson, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

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Whether you are building a new home or fixing up an old bathroom, Busch Plastering and Stucco's year round service can assist your needs. “Let Your Walls Be Our Masterpiece”, with over 25 years of experience and knowledge in the trade. Modernize your old home with many different options such as a recoat plastering system or rounded corner bead, offering many styles to improve the aesthetics of your home. Want a fauve look and don't want to paint? Don't worry with colored plaster no painting is necessary. Go green with energy efficient exterior stucco systems and obtain an elegant look with all the maintenance free benefits. Stucco also allows the opportunity for creativity with different styles, colors, and trim features such as corner coins, window trims, and mid-band trim work.

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Build It Right Carpentry LLC
4.9(
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Serving Jefferson, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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Build it Right provides high quality full construction services to all our customers. We are open to your ideas and needs to ensure that we produce great results for your home improvements. When we take on a job, you can bet we will, Build it Right within your specifications, according to code, and according to your schedule. We are very passionate about our work and strive for perfection in every job, no matter the size. We have professional contractors that specialize in complete home improvement and remodeling. The contracters we use are licensed, fully insured, and have years of experience in there individual feilds.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Jefferson, WI

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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