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Avatar for Finished Basements Plus
Finished Basements Plus
4.6(
65
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"All I needed was half my basement repaired from water damage due to a broken pipe. They would not come out to even quote the job unless they were going to rebuild the entire basement. At least they didn't waste my time."
Ceiling Detail
Open Rail Staircase
Custom Kids Play Space
Main Area
Open Concept Floorplan

+193

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Built to Last Construction, LLC
4.5(
15
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Built to Last Construction was recommended to my husband and me by his brother. They remodeled my bother-in law's kitchen and built him a beautiful deck, which is featured on their website at https://www.b2lconstruction.com. We hired them to remodel our kitchen. It turned out beautiful. Tom even built pull out drawers for my cupboard panty and added a heat vent along the floor. The extra time and detail they took to get it just right was amazing. I recommended them to a friend who is keeping them busy with projects at her home. My friend recommended them to someone else who has had a hard time finding someone to update her deck. She will not be disappointed."
start
10' X 16' deck
midway
10' X 16' deck
decking

+30

Response time5 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for Porter Carpentry
Porter Carpentry
5.0(
2
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and are licensed and insured! We specialize in decks, finished basements, bathrooms, and kitchens. Give us a call or email today. \n(810) 256-0089\nPortercarpentry0@gmail.com

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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TTP Building Group LLC
New to Angi
Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

TTP Building Group LLC brings more than 60 years of combined building and construction experience to every project. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we are committed to integrity, professionalism, and exceptional workmanship.\n\nBased in Clarkston, Michigan, we proudly serve homeowners and businesses throughout Southeast Michigan. Our services include new construction, remodeling, excavation, site development, and general construction. As a Michigan Licensed Residential Builder, we ensure every project is completed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and code compliance.\n\nAt TTP Building Group, quality and safety come first. We believe in doing the job right the first time through clear communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Our goal is to build lasting relationships by delivering reliable results that exceed expectations.

41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Building Integrity
4.5(
22
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike Wozniak is a professional like no other we've hired before. He pays attention to detail, worked with us even when we changed the scope of the project, and dealt with the inevitable problems that arise in any remodeling project. His fees were a bargain considering the level of service was above and beyond our expectations."
Sunroom on deck
Finished Project Ext
1729490
 New-build conservatory
Living Area/Lakefront View

+55

Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Greenfield Contracting
5.0(
6
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

All around home services company looking to help you with your everyday home needs. \n\nWe can assist you with anything your home needs including: concrete work, decks and patios, power washing, Pools, Demolition, Landscaping, A/C and furnace install and repair, and more.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for New Star Construction Inc.
New Star Construction Inc.
4.8(
8
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are Michigan's Premier General Contractors, and strive to be "Your Hometown Contractor". Our goal is to never be the biggest company but instead provide the best quality work in the business, we take the stress and worry out of your latest home or commercial improvement. We are licensed (Lic # 2102209834) and insured and have decades of experience. Ask about our current specials, we could save you Hundreds .

Siding
Siding
Siding
New Metal Roof
Basement Wall Repair

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for SureGuard Roofing & Maintenance
SureGuard Roofing & Maintenance
4.5(
68
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

For 30+ years, our family has been proudly providing the highest quality workmanship and customer service which strives to exceed your expectations. For direct quote, copy and paste this link: https://secure.getjobber.com/web_forms/client_form?web_form_key=5a23f28dba10b11aa3d5befabe0d4fbf Professional, knowledgeable, detailed, friendly, and accommodating are just a few words that our clients have used to describe us. If your project is big or small, you will receive that same special treatment. We specialize in repair and replacement of roofing, siding, gutters, insulation and exterior maintenance. Our wonderful office staff will assist you in the ease of scheduling a free estimate, and assign you a salesman who has field experience to best solve your needs. Followed by real-time schedule updates and certified installers, your project will be completed and the process will be a breeze. Because we rely heavily on word of mouth and repeat business, we take a personal yet professional approach with economic understanding and back our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.You do not have to take our word for it, just ask our clients. ------------------------------- ✔Family Operated ---------------------------- ✔45+ Experience ------------------------------✔Real-Time Schedule Updates -----------✔24/7 Customer Service---------------------✔5 Star Consumer Reviews (Facebook, GAF, Google)-------------------------------------✔GAF Master Elite Contractor (1 of 32 in Michigan) ------------------------------------- ✔No Aggressive Saleman ----------------- ✔Attic Ventilation Experts

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Roofing & Gutters
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Clark Builders
Clark Builders
4.3(
6
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Otter Lake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Clark Builders LLC is a family-owned business with many years of professional experience. We are in Flushing, MI. As a general contractor and construction business, we do new builds, additions, and remodels. Both residential and commercial. Licensed and insured.

4 Season Addition
Home Renovating
House Addition
House Addition
Bathroom Renovation

+65

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Otter Lake, MI

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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