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Des Moines Area Roofing
4.8(
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Serving Lucas, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning to the end we had excellent customer service. Jan, office manager, kept us informed every day on the progress of the job. The owner, Tim, was very courteous, informative, and easy to work with. The last day finishing up the skylight the derecho hit and they worked quickly and safely to remove the equipment off the property. I'm sure they remember that day! The crew on the roof were excellent and they were meticulous in the final clean-up stage. We are pleased with our new skylights!"
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Bowhunters Construction
5.0(
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Serving Lucas, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Calvin is professional when you meet with him. He is prompt in returning calls and he kept me informed on all phases of the project. Calvin and his crew are friendly and the work area was always cleaned up at the end of the day. I will definitely hire Bow Hunters Construction again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Essence Construction, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Lucas, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"Worked with my budget and used my old materials. They did quality work and replaced only what was needed. Worked around weather and kept in touch for changes in schedule and budget."
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+968

Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Top Notch Renovations Facebook
4.6(
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Serving Lucas, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Amazing customer service and work! They remodeled my house from the floors to the roof. It was done in a timely manner and took less time then was estimated and just overall completely amazing I highly recommend using this company!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Lucas, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I did not go with this company, they refunded my money because I didn't like their design.   I've reviewed this before.  Please can you stop these requests to do a review.
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Pritchard Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Lucas, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"excellent, complete kitchen remodel, custom living room fireplace, custom made stairs, new wooden floors, complete lower level was redone. Custom shelving. Highly recommended."
Front Entry door replacement with wood floor entrance
Fireplace surround
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Inset bookcase inset microwave, oven and warming oven

+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dc associates
5.0(
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Serving Lucas, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 20 years of experience, DC Associates, is your go to team of professionals for all of your needs. We work tirelessly to meet and exceed your expectations and constantly strive for perfection. We offer free estimates. Give us a call today and lets get started!

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Lucas, IA

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 Lucas, IA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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