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Build Harvest
5.0(
8
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Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his team are outstanding. They did a great job replacing our door and took the time to talk us through the other projects that we are thinking of. Looking forward to hiring them again."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Powers House Construction, LLC
4.2(
5
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Angi Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This provider blocks communication and ovality to follow the job and do correctly and he did half of the job but just one person and the owner installed the job."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Kings Collective
5.0(
9
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Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Kings remodeled my master bath in 2024 and they just completed a new deck rebuild at back of my house. Once again, with the help of Renee and professional crew, my old crumbling deck is gone with a beautiful new one to replace it! I had an idea of what changes I wanted to make with the new build and Kings worked with me to accomplish that. I highly recommend Kings Collective Remodeling. "
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Omni Properties
5.0(
9
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Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his crew were amazing! He was able to work with my very difficult insurance company and got the project done in a timely manner. Dons crew showed up on time and answered any questions I had with no hesitation 10/10 recommend"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JB Construction Company LLC
5.0(
48
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Angi Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I thought about an addition for several years; then interviewed and received bids from about 6 companies. I wanted a workroom with: * built-in storage cabinets and desk * space for the washer, dryer, freezer, and sauna. * ample space for my projects JB Construction’s bid was reasonable and fair. Joe is professional, honest, responsive, and easy to work with. He finds and hires quality subcontractors, and I am impressed with the work that was completed on my addition. He is hands-on, was involved in the process, and checked in often as the work progressed. He actually did quite a bit of the work himself. I really appreciated how Joe suggested improvements that I never would have thought of. These included enlarging the space from 280 to 320 sq ft, adding a sun tunnel when the skylight wouldn’t work with the roof line, a built-in cabinet where a window was removed, an exterior electrical outlet, and an overhead light in the corner cupboard. Joe was able to salvage and reuse the old brick on the front of the addition. This, along with the two original windows integrated the addition seamlessly with the rest of the house. It was done so perfectly; neighbors have asked where the addition was built. I’m extremely picky and am thrilled with my new addition. It’s lovely, functional, and my preferred room in my house. Joe has a lot of repeat customer jobs and I can see why. This was a great experience and I’m glad I went with him. I plan to use JB Construction for future projects and recommend him to everyone I know."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mateo Homes, LLC
5.0(
14
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Angi Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"we hired Matt to do a basement remodel.... knock out a wall... new floors... turn a window into a sliding door and add a wet bar. him and his crew did amazing work. got it done fast, looks amazing and now have a great walkout basement right into the pool area! we will definately be using them again on our future projects! "
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Kearney, MO

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.

The Kearney, MO homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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