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D SQUARED CONSTRUCTION
4.8(
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Serving Lima, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they did my mom's kitchen and it's amazing! deffinently would hire for any of my remodeling needs!!"
Countertops and Backsplashes Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Plumbing Project
Apple orchard cottage
Ada VFW

+184

Response time5 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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B&J Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Lima, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"These guys are wonderful after trying for several months to find a contractor to remodel our bathroom. They called us back and came. Reviewed what we needed. Showed up with an estimate to fit our budget and started on the job right away and stayed until it was completed. They worked quickly cleaned up every evening. They are very helpful and worked very hard to help make our new shower safe and comfortable for my disabled husband, they completed on time and under budget and they were great. Would recommend them very highly 5+ starts."
Flooring
Tile
Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Red Lily Renovations
New to Angi

Serving Lima, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Red Lily Renovations offers quality services to clients at reasonable prices. Our courteous staff has the professional tools and experience necessary to help with your home projects. We specialize in kitchen, bath and basement renovations, interior and exterior painting, tile, luxury vinyl flooring, interior trim and decorative moldings and more! Call today to get in touch with our staff, and to learn more about what we have to offer!\n

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Lima, OH

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 Lima, OH homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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