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Spectrum Interiors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Red Feather Lakes, 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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Chuck Snyder New Construction and Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Red Feather Lakes, 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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All Things New Roofing & Restoration
5.0(
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Serving Red Feather Lakes, 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 Red Feather Lakes, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

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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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Seller Construction, Inc.
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Serving Red Feather Lakes, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Most people thinking about up-sizing think about buying a new home; however in many recent articles analysts say that the most economical way of upsizing is to finish a basement or add additional space to your existing home. \n \nSeller Construction, Inc. has been in business for over 20 years helping people create customized additions to their home. Our company is dedicated to providing personalized services which allows us to provide the highest quality of products and services. Most General Contracts sub-contract out all their work and you have many strangers running around your house, with Seller Construction, Inc. almost all of the work is done by one person. Of course there are some subcontractors that need to be used to provide the expertise needed such as plumbing and electrical and those subcontractors are carefully selected and managed to ensure continued quality of products and services. \n \nThere are a variety of ways that you can increase the amount of space in your home. Many of our customers finish their basements or add an additional room to the side or back of their house. A new creative way of increasing the size of your house is to add a loft (for homes that have large great rooms with high ceilings). \n \nWhatever your need is Seller Construction, Inc. can help you create that customized space and look you want. Parade of Homes Quality at affordable prices. \n \nFree Consultation and Bid for all services, no trip charges or service fees

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Red Feather Lakes, 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.

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