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Metropolitan Property Developers, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Little Rock, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently moved back to the Little Rock area. The home we purchased needed a complete remodel and did not have a Garage. We hired Ron to complete the Sheetrock work on the remodel. He did such a great job that we asked him for a quote on building an attached garage. Several other contractors had provided us quotes, but we were not happy with their proposals. Ron listened to what we wanted and designed it exactly like we were looking for. Despite the bad winter, Ron completed the project in record time. He was attentive to detail and asked us every day if we were satisfied. Highly Reccommend!"
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Freewalt Builders Inc
4.6(
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Serving Little Rock, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"At first I we had trouble connecting but once we did, I found Art to be honest and professional. He made several recommendations as to how to proceed with the project and once he arrived on site, completed it in one day."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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All Star Handyman
4.7(
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Serving Little Rock, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recommend Rubios drywall LLC for any small or big job. Not only were their prices affordable but they were very professional and did an awesome job! Will definitely call them again for any future repairs!"
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+294

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Remod Elevation
4.1(
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Serving Little Rock, AR and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Couldn't have went better they were incredibly professional, showed up early and stayed late to make sure that I was happy every single day. They were very knowledgeable and answered any questions that I had it has been the best experience that I've had dealing with contractors"
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Lakeview Double Deck

+109

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
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Serving Little Rock, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Amanda was really very good!  At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it.  It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about.  I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Little Rock, AR

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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