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Finish Jobs Construction
5.0(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome experience. I will hire them for all my future projects. You should too, you will not regret it. They saved me a lot of money by repairing items that other companies wanted to replace. A++"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Oshri Construction
5.0(
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Angi Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Asher and his team delivered the job on time and met our discussed estimates budget! They included my wife and I in the decision making process from beginning to end. They were respectful and a pleasure to work with and completely trustworthy. I would recommend them to friends and family without hesitation. -R"
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Homfix Inc.
5.0(
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In business since 2011

Free estimates

We are a Home Improvement and design Company that provides all type of home services from A to Z, Kitchen Remodel, Bathroom Remodel, Additions, Roof, Solar Panels, and ect..

Recommended by100%of homeowners
SunCoast Elevator Co.
New to Angi

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

SunCoast Elevator Company specializes in home & residential elevator manufacturing and installation. With over 45 years experience in four states, we at SunCoast Elevator are accustomed to overcoming nearly every obstacle known to the industry. All technicians are directly employed by SunCoast Elevator, as we never use 1099 subcontract labor. With our primary background originating from the commercial elevator industry, a professional fit and finish to your project is assured. Our focus is to produce and install the highest quality home elevator for your residence. We also offer elevator repair and service for your existing home lifts.

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Stone Restoration
4.8(
82
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In business since 2000

"I am thrilled with the work David and his team have conducted in our home since September 2018. The work is thorough, exacting, effective, and done with great care. The results are "as new" and demonstrate a much higher level of expertise than I have experienced with any other stone restoration company. D Stone goes the extra mile, and I have no intention of entrusting the restoration of the stonework inside and outside our home to anyone else."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
MARTINEZ HOME IMPROVEMENT
1.0(
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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

4-5 EMPLOYER

R J BERMUDEZ CONSTRUCTION SVC
New to Angi

Free estimates

General contracting Design building and consulting

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System Pavers
4.9(
45
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In business since 1992

Free estimates

"Very fast and extremely well done. The crew was punctual, courteous, careful, highly skilled and worked every day, all day, until the job was finished. I would definitely hire them again."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Burton & Clark Construction Inc.
New to Angi

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Murrieta, CA

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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