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Avatar for Reformation, Revival, and Renovations, LLC
Reformation, Revival, and Renovations, LLC
4.9(
23
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Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"It was an awesome job altogether. We needed multiple projects completed in a timely manner and they were done so in such manner. Carl installed tile on the bathroom floor, put in drywall and wall insulation, and put up some trim."
Sliding door repair
Trailer remodel before
Custom mill work repair
Trailer remodel before
Custom mill work repair

+88

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Innovative Design & Construction, LLC
4.9(
20
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Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My Professional Innovative Design and Construction, LLC. Was hired to Repair and Stain My Deck. This Company did an Impressive, Professional, Outstanding Job. I’m a Retired Female Senior Citizen who Sat Outside and Watched Everything Being Done. I’m not uploading any Pictures because I don’t want my Home, Posted On ANY WEBSITES NEVER-EVER, I Will Not Authorize Innovative Design and Construction, LLC. to upload any Photos, If Any Business Is Interested In Promoting His Work off of A Customer, Thence I Would Have Wanted and Expected A Considerable Commission (DISCOUNT)."
New Bathroom
New Bathroom
New Bathroom
New Bathroom
New Bathroom

+20

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Restor KC
5.0(
5
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Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Restor KC\nWhen disaster strikes your home, you need a trusted partner for professional restoration and remodeling in North Kansas City. RestorKC specializes in rapid response for water, fire, and mold damage and Custom Construction to make your home safe and\nwhole again.

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Moralestine LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We were looking to get our old deck torn down and a new one put up with a roof over the top. The quote we got for our project was very reasonable. Throughout the whole process he and his team were very meticulous in making sure the build was done right. They were very friendly and kept a pretty clean job site and didn't litter our yard with construction material. Every step of the way I was impressed with their work, their speed and their professionalism. "
Screened in Deck & Roof
Screened in Deck & Roof
Screened in Deck & Roof
Screened in Deck & Roof
Screened in Deck & Roof

+4

Response time3 hrs
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Carothers Enterprise LLC
New to Angi

Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Hi my name is Derek Carothers im the owner of Carothers enterprise llc. We are a small family owned business it me and my sons. I've been in business for over 4 years for myself but " in the construction business" my whole life. Grew up around a custom home and cabinet maker (that was my grandfather). We offer new concrete, concrete replacement, dump truck and equipment services excavation, pretty much any general construction commercial or residential we offer CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS!!

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Lawrence, KS

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 Lawrence, KS homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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