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Avatar for Handy and Some
Handy and Some
4.7(
30
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was great to have Sean and his skilled team to do a complete remodeling of our kitchen. They are very professional, and kept the schedule on every phase of the project. For our next project for sure we know who to trust and who to go to! We highly recommend Handy & Some, LLC"
Atkinson kitchen remodel
Atkinson kitchen remodel
Atkinson kitchen remodel
Atkinson kitchen remodel
Atkinson kitchen remodel

+139

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Extreme Makeover Custom Home Repair Handyman, LLC
4.9(
140
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was so happy with my previous bathroom remodel from Extreme Makeover I hired John again to do another Project on the upstairs bath. Again, the results were better than I anticipated. John Leahy, owner and his associate John produced a beautiful and updated look. The craftsmanship was impeccable and they were always on time and finished the project earlier than promised. John is very courteous and approachable and is easy to relate to. I know you will be very pleased with Extreme Makeover for your next home project."
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Sun room
decking and siding
library
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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IDEAL SOLUTIONS LLC
4.8(
12
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

" I had an excellent experience with Ideal Solutions on my basement remodel. From start to finish, the team was professional, communicative, and detail-oriented. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and the finished basement turned out even better than I imagined. Everything was completed on time, and they made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I would absolutely recommend Ideal Solutions to anyone looking for basement remodeling or home improvement work."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Peter Rousseau
5.0(
82
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Peter has great attention to detail and is extremely meticulous with his work. I felt that Peter went above and beyond with our deck remodel project. He was very consultative with the material selection and provided options and suggestions that most contractors would have overlooked. I highly recommend him and plan on using him again for future projects."
New deck
New deck
New deck
New deck
New deck

+91

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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DCL Construction
5.0(
9
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have been wanting to finish our basement for a very long time now but the prices we were given were too high! A friend of ours referred DCL to us and we thought we would give them a shot. The price was right so we started shortly after. They took care of all the paperwork and permits needed! Bob was there for the whole process discussing with us every step of the remodel! Very knowledgable and very well trained team! Our basement looks incredible and we enjoy spending time there! I would recommend DCL to anyone!!"
Completed jobs or on goin
Basement remodel
Basement remodel bathroom added
Basement remodel and bath room added
Basement remodel

+24

Response time6 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Berube and Son Construction LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I have had 2 jobs done by Justin. One large ceiling repair and one wall installed. Both were done quickly with a flawless finished result. I am very happy to recommend him. "
Garage
Kitchen
Kitchen
Golf simulator room
Garage man cave

+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Level up Renovations INC
5.0(
4
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew showed up on time and talked about the project and accomplished my painting needs very quickly. I do intend on hiring them again for other home projects I require, as they also listened to my needs and responded very well to some renovation I will be doing. The current job was done very well, smooth paint, and no bubbles or flecks. I'm a happy customer."
Drywall
Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
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Magic Frog Carpentry & Woodworks
5.0(
11
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Adam to convert our single-car garage into a bonus room (framing, drywall, electrical, flooring, moved a gas line, rerouted the hose spigot, and replaced the garage door with a slider). The quality is fantastic. I’d recommend him to anyone. What really stood out: Adam cared about the details. I had a rough vision, but when we hit decisions I hadn’t thought through, he’d flag it and, if I didn’t have a strong preference, steer me toward the right choice. He had a real vision for how it should look, not just doing the bare minimum or blindly following directions. The other thing was how clean he and any of his crew kept their workspace. This didn't actually matter since they were in a garage we weren't using, but every day it was immaculate, and all the material scraps were removed. Hire Adam because he delivers excellent workmanship, sweats the details, and helps you make smart decisions along the way. Plus, he runs a clean, organized job site."
High Ceilings. Inside 45 degree angles done with NO-Coat 450
Tall Foyer. Wrapped beam. Unfinished at post.
Outside corners with bead. Outside 45 degree angles with No-Coat 450.
Deep Skylights with drywall returns.
Before

+11

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Transformation Construction LLC
4.9(
7
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Serving North-salem, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great to work with, completed work in a timely manner, gave advice and suggestions of construction. Completed 2 rooms in the basement and a nursery on second floor. "
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in North-salem, NH

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 North-salem, NH homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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