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Scott's Home Renewal
4.9(
150
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I used Scott's Home Renewal for a first floor renovation about three years ago, was pleased and hired them again for this. Not the cheapest contractor, but definitely the best I have used here. First class professionals; first rate subs, especially the tile and glass people The custom glass door arrived with the wrong specs, and the glass contractor got the factory to make a new one with only one day of waiting.. If you want it done right, contact Scott's."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Stone and Timber Homes
4.6(
10
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paragon Builds was great to work with. Solid communication and did our basement quick and on time and on budget! Colby was great to communicate with and always communicated the next steps in the process. Would recommend to anyone!"
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite IntEx Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Our mission is to design and build stunning, functional spaces that reflect your vision and enhance everyday living. Through quality craftsmanship, innovative solutions, and attention to detail, we bring your dream interiors to life with precision and passion.

Doors & Windows
Doors & Windows
Ornamental Fencing
Vinyl Fencing
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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Planurbuild LLC
4.9(
11
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nick remodeled our 2 level 1 bathrooms & did a great job. He helped us pick things out which helped a lot. Picked things that would last. They handled all the painting as well. Very trustworthy as well. Would recommend him again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Des Moines Area Roofing
5.0(
223
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a new electrical service installed and needed the old weatherhead removed and flashing installed around the new conduit and the place where the old conduit was located. When I first contacted Tim, it was right after the major rain storm we had in July and they were booked solid. Tim asked me to be patient and was able to get the job done in mid November. I was determined to wait for Des Moines Area Roofing to do the job as they had installed the roof a few years ago and I was very impressed with the professionalism and job quality. The removal of the conduit and flashing installation was done very quickly. I would definitely recommend Des Moines Area Roofing in the future."
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Acculevel Inc
4.6(
184
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a good job. There were some issues with getting them to come back and finish a few items and check things but they did come out and it was eventually all finished. The salesmen were super nice and the workers cleaned up well."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
A&H Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
15
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ivan was so helpful.  Many service providers refused to even do our job.  We had an existing egress window going through our basement wall that we wanted to have removed, have the hole enlarged, and have a set of french doors installed instead.  Ivan even picked up the door for us at Lowe's as I don't have a trailer to get it in.  He and his crew cleaned up the area well, installed the door on time, and it has held water tight in all of our rains that we have had lately.  I am very pleased.  He was excellent to work with. <br /> <br /> <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Action Roofing & Construction Inc
4.7(
153
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The initial consult I wasn't too excited about.  I expressed that I wanted to keep the original plaster and just patch it up and make it smooth enough to paint.  The guy thought the best thing to do would be to put drywall over it and do a texture on the wall to cover up some blemishes.  I didn't think it would be what I wanted but I let him do the estimate.  It was way out of our price range.  $3k+ for the two rooms.  I told them I just wanted the 4 hours of plaster work that I paid for through Angies.   The guy that came to do the work though was great.  He was very quick, and understood exactly what we were trying to do.  He got the major cracks and the corners and then just plastered up all the areas he could.  Then he gave us some tips of how we should continue on our own in order to get the results we wanted.  We took his advice and our walls look great! <br />"
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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DDS PLUMBING
4.9(
276
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Serving Prairie City, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I LOVE LOVE LOVE DDS Plumbing. I have hired them for service calls 4 times now. I had a high level of concern about both the cost and level of destruction needed to fix the leaking water pipe in the ceiling of my finished basement. Scott from DDS Plumbing was able to repair it by cutting only two small holes in the ceiling, through which he was able to find and fix the leaking pipe. He also went through a troubleshooting process with a shower faucet in a guest bathroom that was only producing scalding hot water in a way that minimized the cost and impact to me. I feel like another plumber would have jumped to a easier and more costly fix of replacing the entire faucet, but Scott took his time to diagnose an issue with the pressure balance in the cartridge, which resulting in a less expensive and impacting way to the fix the problem. I really appreciate the professionalism, quality of work, and fair cost of service that DDS Plumbing has. This is a company with a lot of integrity, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anybody needing plumbing services!"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Prairie City, IA

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 Prairie City, IA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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