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Innovation Renovation LLC
5.0(
49
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a significant leak from a hot water heater. Innovation Renovation completed the demo following a restoration company cleanup, replace drywall in the water heater closet, replaced OSB in the garage, and then installed LVP flooring and an underlayment in the great room/kitchen. The work was beautifully done and cleanup was complete. Caleb was very professional, responded quickly to our request for an estimate, and arrived to do the work when he promised. He even went above and beyond by helping move furniture and replacing a damaged board he noticed on our deck."
Remodel in progress
Kitchen Before
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Double Sink Bathroom Before
Handyman Project

+123

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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East Coast Construction & Development
5.0(
3
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

With over 20 years of Construction experience, David is a licensed General Contractor for Commercial & Residential projects. His attention to detail, quality of work, communication and professionalism have allowed him to create a company that stands out above the rest.

Builders - Homes Project
Hard scape lighting, set on timers.
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Bathroom for Pool & Dock. The clients wanted it sand & water friendly for quick access from the pool & dock.
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+28

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Calypso Woodworks
5.0(
11
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Awesome work for a reasonable price. Mason and Tony were communicative and prompt with all services rendered. A larger company quoted me 5 days to complete the remodel in my house but Calypso got it done in half that time and followed up with me after. Can't recommend enough. Thanks guys!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dare Repairs
4.8(
28
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

"The men were very respectful and did a great job laying the flooring in my house. The job started as a small project and turned into a much bigger project. I truly appreciate all their hard work and willingness to work with me to get the job done. I will definitely hire Dare Repairs in the future!"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.8(
231
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

"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! <br /> <br />"
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Morehead City, NC

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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