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Innovation Renovation LLC
5.0(
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Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Caleb arrived on time for our appointment so I could show him the issue with our soft flooring. Though not necessary in my opinion he analyzed the issue from below which required crawling under our home. He promised a proposal and soon after he departed he submitted it via text message and I accepted it. He and his assistant arrived a few days later on time at the scheduled time and they promptly started the ‘tear out’ part of the work. They worked continuously all day long with only a short break for lunch. There were a couple of decisions I had to make that invariably occur when a remodeling job is done and he offered the pros and cons to each alternative. He identified a discovery of a load bearing wall that needed additional support and I told him to go ahead a correct that issue which he did with no additional fee. Upon completion of the work they cleaned up the work area that extended into our garage and left it cleaner than I would have expected. This was a physically demanding, dirty job and both were covered in sweat and dirt by the end of the day. Both were clearly knowledgeable of home construction and they both seemed to get satisfaction from improving our home. It is difficult to find hard working, skilled handy men like this and I am certain that I will employ Caleb with Innovation Renovation for other work in the future."
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Response time12 hrs
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
My Blessing LLC
3.5(
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Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas

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My Blessing LLC offers kitchen and bathroom remodeling, interior and exterior painting, sheetrock, laminate flooring, carpentry, and door and window finishing services in Ayden, NC.\n\nWe serve in Ayden, NC, Grifton Township NC; Winterville Town NC; Grimesland Township NC; Farmville Town NC; Chicod Township NC; and the surrounding areas.\n\nRemodeling Services, Remodeling Company , Remodeling Contractor, Professional Remodeling, Home Remodeling Services\nSheetrock Service, Laminated Flooring\n\nFor more information visit our website: remodeleraydennc.com

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Response time2 days
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Neely Custom Builders LLC
4.8(
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Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hit the the jackpot when I found Neely Custom Builders!!! They are real craftsmen and very detailed to the last spot of paint! The estimates and final costs were realistic and they found solutions to help me stay on budget! A pleasure to work with and knew what I wanted! Plus they offered great advice and suggestions when I was challenged with decisions! I highly recommend Neely Custom Builders for any custom building/remodeling and will definitely use again in the future!!!"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Cook Enterprises LLC
4.6(
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Serving New Bern, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are AMAZING! Hard working, funny, professional and good people! I called Brad at 1030 pm and he had someone to our house within the hour! Sammy and Adam stayed at our house for a long time trying to fix our issue! They had to come back the next morning to complete the task! Brad accompanied Sammy on the return trip! It took them HOURS to fix a very bad stoppage that apparently had been in the making for quite a long time! However they didn’t give up and these guys worked VERY HARD to complete this job! We were very impressed by them and very appreciative of them! We would definitely recommend them to any and everyone! We will for sure be using them again! Again thank you guys for your hard work! We really appreciate y’all!"
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in New Bern, 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.

The New Bern, NC homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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