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Cransten
4.4(
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Serving Ladson, SC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cransten Handyman and Remodeling were amazing! I had a rush job with several remodeling problems in my house and they accomplished every single item professionally and efficiently. Everything looks awesome. They kept in touch with you and lets you know exactly what's going on each day. I would highly recommend them for any job."
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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Precision Paint Pros
5.0(
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Serving Ladson, SC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Awesome painting contractor! Juan and Noah are the best painters we have ever hired. They really care about doing an excellent job and are perfectionists! We highly recommend Precision Paint Pros!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundworks
4.3(
71
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Serving Ladson, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our experience with Mt Valley Foundation was outstanding. Patrick E., the Ceritified Field Inspector, conducted a very thorough inspection of our crawlspace. Then he presented us with all of the details and photographs of his inspection. He spent an hour answering all of our questions and then presented us with our options for our sagging floors and foundation structural repair. His expertise was invaluable. The installation crew, Joe and Stephen, were prompt, courteous and very professional. Joe, called and texted us to let us know that they were arriving soon. Upon arrival, he posted the work permit and then discussed, in detail, including pictures, what they were about to do. After installing the steel beams and IntelliJack support system, our sagging floors and baseboards were returned to normal. When they were finished, they discussed what they had done and provided pictures of the completed work. Great job Joe and Stephen! We highly recommend Mt Valley Foundation in Charleston."
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Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Hammers and Nails Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ladson, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service was great. They were very good. They put everything behind. I would recommend them. They were thorough. They were well dressed. They went above and beyond removing the appliances, lockers, and heavy things. They replace the toilets without extra cause."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KSM Premier Contracting
5.0(
17
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Serving Ladson, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt and his team did a great job encapsulating my crawl space. He is very professional and offered several solutions in order to help me get the project done within my budget. He is extremely professional and was very flexible when we had to change our work date due to an unforeseen issue on my end. They showed up on time, did excellent work and when they left you could not even tell that they had been here. His price was by far the best of any of the other companies that I contacted and I HIGHLY recommend him if you need work done. He is a great American who has served our country in the military!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Commonwealth Contracting LLC
4.9(
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Serving Ladson, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a bath tub taken out and shower put in. Also, we had separate shower made into Linen Closet. They did an outstanding job. They were on time every day and always cleaned up after work."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
ELM Contractors, llc
5.0(
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Serving Ladson, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can’t say enough about this company! I’ve used them twice now, once for a plumbing and gas installation and again for more appliance installation. Mr. Edward was prompt, professional, knew what they were doing and made me feel comfortable and confident in their work if I knew this company before I would had done my entire kitchen renewal that how amazing they are. I highly recommend this company, Mr. Ed and his team for any job, nothing to big to tackle you won’t be disappointed. ~A. S."
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Ladson, SC

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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