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Dill Cabinetry
5.0(
16
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Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From beginning to end, the project went exactly as Mr. Dill told me it would. After working up some drawings and making several suggestions for design improvements over my original idea, the installation was done over a four-day period. Tom was meticulous in his work; in fact, I think the bookcase is perfect! I would definitely use Tom again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wantz Construction Co Inc
4.9(
14
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Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Since 1947, Wantz Construction Company Inc. has been providing the finest general contractor services in the Baltimore, MD area. We offer an all-in-one service and work with you throughout the entire process in planning and executing your home addition. We also specialize in creating the perfect kitchen or bathroom for your family’s specific needs. So no matter what your needs are, we can help you with your new project from design to construction. To help you maximize your living space, we also provide basement remodeling services and deck construction. Call us today for more information. We are a family owned and operated business that takes pride in providing the highest quality service at prices you can afford. Our friendly and professional staff is here to answer any questions you may have about our company or our services.We are fully licensed, bonded and insured to handle any sized commercial or residential job. Our Home Remodeling Services Include: Home additions, Car garage construction, Screen room construction, Kitchen remodeling, Bathroom remodeling, Basement remodeling, Tile flooring, Marble countertops, Custom built showers, Dual vanity sinks, Deck construction Our Roofing and Siding Services Include: Roof repairs, New roof installation, Flat roofs, Rubber roofs, Aluminum siding, Vinyl siding, Cedar siding, HardiePlank® lap siding, Window and door replacement. Our Fire and Water Damage Restoration Services Include: Fire, smoke, and soot, Carpet removal and replacement, Ceiling, walls, and floor repairs. LICENSED, INSURED AND BONDED – YES!!!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
All About Waterproofing Inc
5.0(
16
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Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

All About Waterproofing, Inc. is a family owned and operated, Maryland business that offers the highest quality work in the industry. We pay attention to every detail and provide you with the personal attention you and your home deserve. We offer free inspections and estimates performed by the most experienced professionals in the industry. We are dedicated to your satisfaction from your initial contact to the completion of your service. We stand behind all our work with our owners Satisfaction guaranteed. Additional address - 1114 Saddle View Way, Forest Hill MD 21050. Additional phone - (410) 836-8666.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mr Fix It Home Services
4.8(
17
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Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent on both. He even went above and beyond on the roof repair than was required for inspector and did not charge extra. Very professional and personable guy. Would def recommend."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Solutions Remodeling
4.5(
56
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Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1955

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am not sure how this Company got any 5s. I had a project done years ago and I became the Foreman! Damaged wood installed, door jams installed incorrectly, and I have a “lifetime” warranty on skylights they can never seem to fix and it is causing more damage to items THEY INSTALLED conveniently NOT covered by their warranty. Once I agreed to go all in with this company I stayed with project but in hindsight I wish I had gone with someone else even if they were more expensive! And this Company was not the lowest quote but they were great salesman who have yet to deliver the quality product they promised me. I am very frustrated because I have been dealing with this FOR YEARS! I prefer giving smaller businesses MY business. Not that I have anything against big businesses, I have utilized them too, but this experience is making me rethink small business support with this kind of lack luster overall service. They rushed me for full payment to move on to another project, and since then I have been a non priority. And believe me, I have been extremely patient as I waited for them to make things right before writing an bad review but I am tired of what feels like, the brush off."
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+14

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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CS Construction Inc
4.8(
14
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Serving Oakland, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"At first great. Meetings good. Demolition good. Some add on costs due to unforeseen damages. We were fine with the extra money. But then it got bad. The tiles and sink were installed completely crooked. It looked insane. The paint was very poor. Instruction not followed for a recessed cabinet and he said we never told him that. I found the email and my husband put a large piece of tape that said “recessed!” But he first informed me I would have to take the cabinet down re-patch, then re-install myself. I said I need the box to take it back and he didn’t have it. So he finally did what he was supposed to do after fighting it. He kept saying the walls were crooked which is why all of the items were crooked. He never asked once if we wanted him to fix the crooked walls. There was chipped tile installed which he did eventually fix. However there is crack in the porcelain tile where there is a crooked corner seam with a toe board that had to be added because the tile was not cut properly. He had to come out to fix caulking around window and tub. He was rude and condescending, especially to myself."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Oakland, MD

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 Oakland, MD homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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