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Craftsman Renovations LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving River Falls, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They made design recommendations, they responded to our questions promptly, and beat of all, the quality of their work was the best. We are so happy with our porch remodel - it far exceeded our expectations. We’ve used other contractors in the past - but we won’t anymore. No one does better work than Craftsman Renovations."
Lower Level
Porch
Composite Deck
Wet Bar
Additional Photos

+6

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Genuine Building and Renovation LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving River Falls, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Josh was honest and upfront about our project. He offered three different options to complete our project. He explained all that would be involved and price for each option. After agreeing on one, the price he quoted is what we paid. The work was done on time and on budget. I would highly recommend Genuine Building and Renovation"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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fiNest Home Services
4.7(
16
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Serving River Falls, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed a door installed between our kitchen and basement. Finest (styled fiNest) Home Services came out and gave a professional and reasonable bid. Their staff was professional and friendly, and this held true on the day of installation. The door is great and my cat is safe. We will be using fiNest again."
Trex Deck Build
New Railing Installation
New Cedar Deck and Stairs
Custom Stairs and Walkway
Trex Deck, Railings

+6

Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Wind River Exteriors L.L.C.
Wind River Exteriors L.L.C.
5.0(
1
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Serving River Falls, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

For over 28 years, Wind River Exterior LLC has been providing the highest quality workmanship & craftsmanship in remodeling & building homes from the ground up. We Have have built a reputation for reliability, honesty and integrity by striving to exceed customer expectations on every project, big or small. Our trained experts have the experience to do everything from remodeling your existing home to building you a brand new home and everything in between. We take great pride in all that we do. We only use quality materials . We Attempt to make your dreams a reality. Our success is built on Our Customer Satisfaction. Call us today for a free consultation.\n

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Badger Basement Systems
4.8(
104
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Serving River Falls, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Overall I purchased a house with their tile work already completed. It seems to be successfully keeping my basement dry. The service technician I worked with was excellent, I expect to continue to have their services performed. In addition we attempted to work with them to do estimates on an egress window, tile removal, and full basement remodel. I don't plan on proceeding with additional projects with them. 1. They are consistently the highest cost option. 2. The two sales reps we have work with have been unsatisfactory at communication and converting our goals into a plan of actions. Their price could be justified if you (a) believe they have a superior product [which they might] and (b) they add considerable value in planning/service [which we haven't seen]. If they don't list "John X" as a reference on their promo info. I will happily share my experiences to help ensure you know what to expect. The good. 1. Their phone support in the office is excellent. Friendly people take my calls. 2. They installed a dry basement system in my house for the previous owner. It seems to work. 3. I have the perception they offer quality products that are well thought out to work in basement situations. 4. The service tech that came to our house (4/6/18) was excellent. 5. I think if I wanted just their line of products in their proprietary line they could do a job, but... The Bad. 1. ... if you want them to do anything outside of their wheelhouse they seem to stall and not know how to leverage sub contractors. We asked for comprehensive remodeling, but struggled a lot with leveraging other skilled labor. 2. The estimates we have received don't incorporate the goals and desires we feel that we expressed. My perception has been that they try to sell their main lines of products instead of trying to meet our goals. They will send you a packet of promo info... it will show you their main lines. 3. The time/effort it took to get the initial estimates seems to make it prohibitive to try to work with them to get to a place where we want to be. 3. Terrible follow-through at the sales rep level. We have had two people come to give estimates. The first in Feb 2017 (Chris G), who we never heard back from. Then again in Feb 2018 (Brian K) and it has involved "badgering" to get any sort of movement. 4. Price. Always the highest price when we had multiple estimates."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Zehm Inspections
4.8(
19
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Serving River Falls, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>Provided great suggestions on where to place windows, etc. as well as decorative advice (door knobs, trim, etc.). Was also flexible as we weighed out size, location and design of both sunroom and shed. Generally fair priced. Some unexpected delays with sickness, personal time, etc. of his contractors but this is typical with most projects of this size. I'd say the delays numbered in days and not weeks. </p> <p>Finished product looks great and we are very happy we chose Mike.</p> <br />"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in River Falls, WI

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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