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Bradley Construction LLC
4.6(
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Serving Salem, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are extremely pleased with our experience to this point in our kitchen remodel project. Bradley's estimator/construction manager, Rick Burgan is to be commended for his thorough communications with us on this project. His guidance and recommendations were exactly what we were looking for to make sure the finished product will be one that we are proud of. Thank you Rick for your great service. Bradley Construction is blessed to have you on their team!"
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Crossroads Restoration & Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Salem, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very attentive to doing the job right. Great advice along the way. I would not hesitate to hire again. Our addition turned out fantastic, I couldn’t be happier."
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FERCO
4.6(
146
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Serving Salem, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Absolutely criminal…he charged us a large amount of money to replace a deck, and over the course of 4 weeks his crew deconstructed and then tried to reconstruct our deck THREE times, each time failing to do it correctly. He used mismatched materials and his crew has obviously never built a deck before, though he claimed they had built “more than 30”. Stay away at all costs! Now we are having to hire a professional company to completely start over from scratch with all new material, and the project is costing us almost triple what it should have."
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AFFORDABLE RENOVATIONS LLC
5.0(
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Serving Salem, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The renovations went great. This half bath has been a problem for years. The flooring and sub flooring was damaged by a hidden leak from a faulty installation of the toilet. Daniel removed and replaced all damaged flooring, toilet, and vanity. The room is now not only beautiful, but functional - finally! They went the extra mile to make sure everything was properly repaired including all the plumbing, shut off valves, setting in a new vanity and electrical. Very pleased."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Renovations LLC
4.5(
18
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Serving Salem, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are great. I explained the repairs I needed done after another guy bailed on me many times. Talon drove an hour to get it done before the storm came so it would be done before closing. They don’t care how small the job is it’s still worth their time."
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Salem, SC

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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