Hi, I’m Paul Livernois, President of Diamond Developments. Thank you for considering us for your project! To be sure you are choosing the RIGHT company for your remodel, please take a moment to read the "about us" below: We are a growing design and build remodeling firm in Oakland County. We specialize in the design and build of custom kitchens, baths, basements and whole house remodels. Our specialty lies in full gut, down-to-the-studs, rebuild it right construction with the guidance of our Certified Interior Designer and Licensed General Contractor at the helm, giving you a 5 STAR EXPERIENCE and results. If you are looking for a FULL SERVICE experience with every detail carefully choreographed with your style and desired "feel" as our guide, then Diamond Developments LLC is the right company for you! We look forward to hearing from you soon. Call, text or email any time so we can start the process to making your dream space a reality! www.DiamondDevelopmentsLLC.com
"We hired Paul, Justin and Anthony to tear out and replace our master bathroom shower and floor. They were professional, friendly, clean and their attention to detail was top notch. The workmanship is incredible and the shower and floor are beautiful. They were extremely pleasant and guided us through every step of the process. I would hire them again without hesitation. We highly recommend Diamond Developments!!"
Kimberly S on April 2023
Hi, I’m Paul Livernois, President of Diamond Developments. Thank you for considering us for your project! To be sure you are choosing the RIGHT company for your remodel, please take a moment to read the "about us" below: We are a growing design and build remodeling firm in Oakland County. We specialize in the design and build of custom kitchens, baths, basements and whole house remodels. Our specialty lies in full gut, down-to-the-studs, rebuild it right construction with the guidance of our Certified Interior Designer and Licensed General Contractor at the helm, giving you a 5 STAR EXPERIENCE and results. If you are looking for a FULL SERVICE experience with every detail carefully choreographed with your style and desired "feel" as our guide, then Diamond Developments LLC is the right company for you! We look forward to hearing from you soon. Call, text or email any time so we can start the process to making your dream space a reality! www.DiamondDevelopmentsLLC.com
"We hired Paul, Justin and Anthony to tear out and replace our master bathroom shower and floor. They were professional, friendly, clean and their attention to detail was top notch. The workmanship is incredible and the shower and floor are beautiful. They were extremely pleasant and guided us through every step of the process. I would hire them again without hesitation. We highly recommend Diamond Developments!!"
Kimberly S on April 2023
At Allshire Building LLC, we pride our company on reliability, communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I recommend Allshire highly and without reservation. Russ, John, and all their crews were professional and we felt comfortable throughout the process. Our bathroom was fully gutted and rebuilt (with same footprint) - the end result was fantastic and I believe the value was very high. Just to make others aware - we had a fair amount of back and forth with the inspectors from our township and had several hardware items delivered to our house that were broken so they had to be re-ordered - so job took longer than we (and Allshire) expected. That said, the company has many positive attributes: 1) communication is solid 2) attitude is positive and professional 3) final workmanship very high 4) pricing very reasonable 5) overall demeanor is friendly and flexible which is what we wanted. We will call them again when we get ready to remodel our kitchen. Allshire is a good company because it is made of good people."
Tom B on November 2023
At Allshire Building LLC, we pride our company on reliability, communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I recommend Allshire highly and without reservation. Russ, John, and all their crews were professional and we felt comfortable throughout the process. Our bathroom was fully gutted and rebuilt (with same footprint) - the end result was fantastic and I believe the value was very high. Just to make others aware - we had a fair amount of back and forth with the inspectors from our township and had several hardware items delivered to our house that were broken so they had to be re-ordered - so job took longer than we (and Allshire) expected. That said, the company has many positive attributes: 1) communication is solid 2) attitude is positive and professional 3) final workmanship very high 4) pricing very reasonable 5) overall demeanor is friendly and flexible which is what we wanted. We will call them again when we get ready to remodel our kitchen. Allshire is a good company because it is made of good people."
Tom B on November 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We specialize basement remodels. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Urban's attention to detail was second to none. He was pickier than we were with the quality and fit and finish of everything that was done. We will be using him for future projects."
Don D on October 2018
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We specialize basement remodels. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Urban's attention to detail was second to none. He was pickier than we were with the quality and fit and finish of everything that was done. We will be using him for future projects."
Don D on October 2018
Welcome to Phoenix Remodeling! We always provide high quality work, that produces an exceptional product. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with all of our clients and we cannot wait to hear from you! Call us today!
"Mark was very thorough in his assessment of the project and explained everything to us throughout the whole process. He did a great job and was very professional. Definitely would recommend him and work with him again."
Michelle T on May 2020
Welcome to Phoenix Remodeling! We always provide high quality work, that produces an exceptional product. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with all of our clients and we cannot wait to hear from you! Call us today!
"Mark was very thorough in his assessment of the project and explained everything to us throughout the whole process. He did a great job and was very professional. Definitely would recommend him and work with him again."
Michelle T on May 2020
We here at Dillon Contracting, LLC, have been proudly serving homeowners in Shelby Township since 2011. I, Tom Dillon have been in this field since 1985. I strive to do my best on every request. We treat our homeowners like family! We get it done right the first time. Give us a call and we will transform your basement into exactly what you�re looking for. We are a veteran owned company. Financing available if you are interested.
"Dillon Contracting did an outstanding job with our basement. The owner, Tom, was very honest and transparent throughout the entire process. Tom and his employees are clearly very experienced and knowledgeable. We especially appreciated that they would give us options, as well as advice, on the many decisions we had to make. Our schedule was impacted on multiple occasions by delays in the materials that we had ordered (flooring, cabinets, etc.), but Tom was always very accommodating. What really makes this company stand out to me above all others is not just their quality of work, but how easy it was to always get a hold of them. Regardless of how big or small our question or concern may have been, Tom would always respond to our texts or calls right away. He was beyond patient, and went the extra mile to help us with anything we needed. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking to get their basement finished (or any other home improvement work)."
Justyna C on February 2022
We here at Dillon Contracting, LLC, have been proudly serving homeowners in Shelby Township since 2011. I, Tom Dillon have been in this field since 1985. I strive to do my best on every request. We treat our homeowners like family! We get it done right the first time. Give us a call and we will transform your basement into exactly what you�re looking for. We are a veteran owned company. Financing available if you are interested.
"Dillon Contracting did an outstanding job with our basement. The owner, Tom, was very honest and transparent throughout the entire process. Tom and his employees are clearly very experienced and knowledgeable. We especially appreciated that they would give us options, as well as advice, on the many decisions we had to make. Our schedule was impacted on multiple occasions by delays in the materials that we had ordered (flooring, cabinets, etc.), but Tom was always very accommodating. What really makes this company stand out to me above all others is not just their quality of work, but how easy it was to always get a hold of them. Regardless of how big or small our question or concern may have been, Tom would always respond to our texts or calls right away. He was beyond patient, and went the extra mile to help us with anything we needed. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking to get their basement finished (or any other home improvement work)."
Justyna C on February 2022
Transform your Michigan basement with Basements Plus! Our team prioritizes education over high-pressure sales, working closely with you to design your dream space on time and within your budget. Each member of Basements Plus lives & breathes our core values: taking pride in their craftsmanship, showing tenacity in overcoming challenges, adapting seamlessly to any situation, and owning every project from start to finish. Together, we’re more than just a team—we’re a family with over 20 years of experience, driven by a shared obsession for getting it right the first time, every time Ask us about: *Our no interest financing options *Free 21-point inspection *Free 3D rendering design *Our unparalleled Lifetime Platinum Guarantee!
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Brandon W on November 2019
Transform your Michigan basement with Basements Plus! Our team prioritizes education over high-pressure sales, working closely with you to design your dream space on time and within your budget. Each member of Basements Plus lives & breathes our core values: taking pride in their craftsmanship, showing tenacity in overcoming challenges, adapting seamlessly to any situation, and owning every project from start to finish. Together, we’re more than just a team—we’re a family with over 20 years of experience, driven by a shared obsession for getting it right the first time, every time Ask us about: *Our no interest financing options *Free 21-point inspection *Free 3D rendering design *Our unparalleled Lifetime Platinum Guarantee!
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Brandon W on November 2019
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Pete (the Owner) is someone who is a must hire. He was responsive, quick , detail-oriented and I now have an amazing basement. Cant wait to post photos of the final results. Please support this veteran small owned business and trust him to do the right job!"
Sarah V on March 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Pete (the Owner) is someone who is a must hire. He was responsive, quick , detail-oriented and I now have an amazing basement. Cant wait to post photos of the final results. Please support this veteran small owned business and trust him to do the right job!"
Sarah V on March 2025
Borg Builders, LLC, is your first choice for professional residential roofing systems sales and service. We are a locally owned and operated roofing contractor providing affordable options to customer in the Garden City and surrounding communities. We provide the very best materials in the industry to ensure your new roof is completed to your total satisfaction. Find out why customers love working with Borg Builders, LLC. Call us today!
"We needed a second garage door specifically for a riding lawn mower and an open window between 2 rooms in the house with a counter under the window, He did a sloppy job on the garage door, installing a USED door, with NO key and we canâ t even fit the mower thru the door, rendering it useless... On the window, he almost cut into a closet, and I had to MAKE him cut the right size window. He put the wrong trim on the window, after I told him twice what I wanted. Now I have a living room with 3 windows with 3 different trims. He was condescending and a bully. I told him to forget the counter, I just wanted him out of my house,"
Nancy M on September 2023
Borg Builders, LLC, is your first choice for professional residential roofing systems sales and service. We are a locally owned and operated roofing contractor providing affordable options to customer in the Garden City and surrounding communities. We provide the very best materials in the industry to ensure your new roof is completed to your total satisfaction. Find out why customers love working with Borg Builders, LLC. Call us today!
"We needed a second garage door specifically for a riding lawn mower and an open window between 2 rooms in the house with a counter under the window, He did a sloppy job on the garage door, installing a USED door, with NO key and we canâ t even fit the mower thru the door, rendering it useless... On the window, he almost cut into a closet, and I had to MAKE him cut the right size window. He put the wrong trim on the window, after I told him twice what I wanted. Now I have a living room with 3 windows with 3 different trims. He was condescending and a bully. I told him to forget the counter, I just wanted him out of my house,"
Nancy M on September 2023
Tersigni Brothers Construction is proud to be locally owned and operated to give you quick response to your needs. Let us take care of your home remodeling projects and transform your house today. We strive for your satisfaction and want to be your go to company for all your needs. Call on us today.
"He did a good job for a fair price. Like a sturdy oak, his integrity and construction stands strong."
Huzaifa H on August 2024
Tersigni Brothers Construction is proud to be locally owned and operated to give you quick response to your needs. Let us take care of your home remodeling projects and transform your house today. We strive for your satisfaction and want to be your go to company for all your needs. Call on us today.
"He did a good job for a fair price. Like a sturdy oak, his integrity and construction stands strong."
Huzaifa H on August 2024
Make DeWeese & Associates your one stop shop for all your remodel and new construction needs. With our years of experience, quality craftsmanship, and use of only the best products, we take pride in being the best at what we do. From custom home builds, to room additions, there is no project too big or too small. So stop shopping around, and give us a call today, for your free estimate. Let us turn your project dreams into reality!
"Brett DeWeese and his contractors have been amazing! Brett kept us well informed of the contractors and when they would be out. The contractors were very professional and so helpful. DeWeese & Associates did an outstanding job on our basement/bath renovation and we plan on using them again to install an under deck drainage system/ceiling, so we can transform the space into a req room."
Heather C on June 2023
Make DeWeese & Associates your one stop shop for all your remodel and new construction needs. With our years of experience, quality craftsmanship, and use of only the best products, we take pride in being the best at what we do. From custom home builds, to room additions, there is no project too big or too small. So stop shopping around, and give us a call today, for your free estimate. Let us turn your project dreams into reality!
"Brett DeWeese and his contractors have been amazing! Brett kept us well informed of the contractors and when they would be out. The contractors were very professional and so helpful. DeWeese & Associates did an outstanding job on our basement/bath renovation and we plan on using them again to install an under deck drainage system/ceiling, so we can transform the space into a req room."
Heather C on June 2023
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.