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RH & MS, LLC
4.6(
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Mike was a great experience. He and his team repaired termite damage to half my home. From start to finish, he was very responsive, making a very stressful home repair much easier than I anticipated. The team worked quickly and ended up finishing the job quicker than the original timeline proposal, which was a huge plus, and photo updates of the house were sent to me daily. The final finishing touch was a cleaning service that came through to help get my house truly back to it's original state!"
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Response time3 days
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Jeff of all Trades
4.8(
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff has done multiple repairs and installs in my home over the years. Originally he wasn't available to do this install, but when I had another contractor reschedule multiple times and not show, I jumped when Jeff said he was available. Jeff is my first call. The microwave was basic, I just helped Jeff lift it out of the box and he did the rest. He also fixed a door that was coming off the hinges and a door that wasn't closing correctly. He lets an expletive in his speech fly ever so often, but he polite, dresses for the job, and is prepared."
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PandA Restoration and Development LLC
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Grade A+.Paul was great! 1st and foremost he is reliable and kept an open line of communication. he was prompt and delivered our beautiful roof timely and as promised. his crew was fantastic. they were like a fine oil machine and had years of experience between them. throughout the process the crew kept our premises clean and free of debris. We're so pleased and highly recommend PanDA restoration and development LLC"
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ROYAL RENOVATIONS
4.3(
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

GIVE ONE OF OUR SALESMAN A CALL OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. CALL (504)570-6437 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.Royal-Renovations.com

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Able Home Improvements
4.2(
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Serving New Orleans, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Able Home Improvements is a locally owned, Slidell, Louisiana, Renovation company. We look forward to helping you with any repair, renovation, or construction needs.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in New Orleans, LA

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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