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All Things New Roofing & Restoration
5.0(
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Serving Placerville, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an excellent experience with Don Davis and his company's team of professionals. Everything was done with attention to each detail in a timely period."
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Woodpecker Workshop Inc
5.0(
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Serving Placerville, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob is always great to work with! He is punctual, easy to work with and extremely meticulous! The backsplash he completed for us after the granite countertop was placed is amazing. He takes his time to do it right. And I might add he is great at cleaning up when he is done! I highly recommend Woodpecker Workshp!"
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Hey Dave Handy Services
5.0(
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Serving Placerville, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David was very professional, courteous, and clear about the cost of the project. He always kept me updated as he progressed. He was always punctual, and it wasn't unusual for him to work back-to-back ten-hour days."
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Spectrum Interiors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Placerville, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Remodeling \nGeneral Contracting\nDrywall\nMetal framing \nInterior Color Plaster\nAcoustical Grid Ceiling System\nInterior Exterior Painting \nAdditions\nDecks/staining\nDoors/windows/trim

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Scottish Home Improvements
4.3(
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Serving Placerville, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Scottish Home Improvements are James Hardie Preferred Remodellers. We install around 200,000 square feet of James Hardie Colorplus Siding per year.\n\nAngies list members should contact Joe Croke for preferred pricing on siding and windows. James Hardie contractors.

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Chuck Snyder New Construction and Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Placerville, CO and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Experienced homebuilder and carpenter with over 20 years of experience in Durango. Specialties include remodels, additions, new construction, decks, garages, siding, and door and window replacements. We treat every project like it's our own home and provide reliable, excellent service. Your project is our top priority.

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CARLSON SIDING & CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
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Serving Placerville, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Locally owned and operated . In business for over30 years. Satisfaction guaranteed. Vinyl/steel siding contractor. Including soffit/fascia ( overhangs & trim ) and 5" seamless pan gutter and downspouts. Sales/installation vinyl replacement windows

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Placerville, CO

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 Placerville, CO homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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