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Cransten Service All Stars
4.4(
100
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Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Seemed very nice on the phone but when I went to hire them I would of had to wait almost 6 to 8 weeks because they were totally booked out. So figured they must really have a great business just was sorry i couldn't wait."
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Builds & Services LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Bryson was very professional and finished our projects right on time. Have already hired him for some additional projects and we are extremely satisfied with his work. Would and will definitely recommend him and will definitely have more projects for him in the future."
Maluohai Kitchen Remodel
Hoopili Rental
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Response time5 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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American Legacy Contracting, Inc.
4.7(
39
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Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alan was awesome to work with! He completely gutted our kitchen & took out a wall to create an open inviting kitchen/dining/living area. Using his expertise and insight he was able to find ways to fulfill my wifeâ s creative ideas and vision despite pink not being Alanâ s favorite color. Coordinating subcontractors & using an amazing cabinet maker David Tyler - Alpine Remodeling Solutuons it came together to create a great entertaining area."
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 Honey Onyx with black granite

+51

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Goodrich General Contracting, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Cody was great to work with. He listened to what I wanted to do and gave suggestions when needed. Very professional, showed up when he said he would and cleaned up after he was done each time. I am very happy with the outcome and will be enjoying my new bathrooms for years to come! I highly recommend Goodrich construction for any remodeling job! "
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Platinum Restoration, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arnulfo did an incredible job with our bathroom remodel! From start to finish, he was professional, punctual, and paid close attention to every detail. The quality of his work exceeded our expectations — everything looks beautiful and functions perfectly. He communicated clearly throughout the process and made sure we were happy with each step before moving forward. We couldn’t be more pleased with how it turned out and highly recommend Arnulfo for any remodel project."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sun Gate Construction LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Marc did an amazing job finishing and fixing some of the work that a previous company had started. I had been told my repair was going to be pretty invasive, but Marc found a really smart way to simplify the process which made everything faster and saved us a bunch of money. I definitely plan to use Marc for anything that's needed in the future!"
Future Space of Bedroom #1
Future Space of Family Room
Future Space of Family Room, Bathroom, Bedroom #2
Vineyard Basement
Bathroom

+20

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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White Knight Plumbing
5.0(
108
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Serving Salem, UT and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Master Plumber License #157091-5518, Contractor License #5578580-5501. Honest service with over 70% of our business being referrals. Customers include Bryan Kohler, Tom McPhee Construction, Red Pine Const, M&V Enterprises, Tafoya Construction and many, many more. Services done by experienced and licensed professionals that have worked on all types of plumbing, you wont get someone who has installed pex for 6 years and call themselves a journeyman, our guys work on homes in the avenues that have old cast iron, polypropeline lines (cancer causing that's been outlawed) and do the job right. We guarantee and warranty our work. We do not have ridiculous charges (no trip charge, dispatch charge, fuel charge, etc.) We offer senior and military discounts. We DO NOT have high advertising budgets, those full page ads cos $10,000 a month in the phone book, we don't feel its fair to charge a customer for that so our prices are quite a bit less! All employees carry their professional licenses, if you ever hire anyone, make sure they have that, if you hire a plumber make sure you get one.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Salem, UT

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 Salem, UT homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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