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MCCURDY REMODELING & RESTORATION, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

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"McCurdy R&R is a registered vendor with the company I work for as a Maintenance Supervisor. They have completed multiple jobs with us to include, but not limited to, door replacements, interior/exterior painting, drywall and plumbing repairs. I have seen the exterior decks and window replacements they have done for other clients. I strongly recommend them for any project. "
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2 WIRE ELECTRIC INC
5.0(
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Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

Professional" and "Honest" are phrases that 2 Wire Electric Inc. have been given by its customers. We are experienced and qualified to handle virtually any electrical job. We are licensed and Insured. We like to say "Whatever the job big or small we can do it all". We are very proud of our professionalism. We have over 20 years of experience. When a 2 Wire Electric Inc. service vehicle arrives at your home, it is fully stocked and ready for all your electrical needs. We have the knowledge and tools to complete any job you have. If you can imagine it, WE CAN DO IT!!! We are currently accepting PayPal and all major credit/debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express) as a form of payment for your convenience. If you choose to use our online payment feature, your personal credit card information will NOT be given to 2 Wire Electric Inc. This type of payment transaction can be performed in the comforts of your own home. Please go to www.2wireelectric.com and locate the PayPal Logo on the left to make Credit/debit payment. Most forms of payment are by Check.

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Vanguard Home Designs LLC
5.0(
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Serving Riley, KS and surrounding areas

Vanguard Home Designs provides economically viable solutions to improve your home and is the premier remodeling service in the Manhattan, KS and surrounding areas providing exceptional value in product, craftsmanship, and quality of relationship

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Riley, KS

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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