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Avatar for Kendall Builders IN. LLC
Kendall Builders IN. LLC
4.7(
31
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We redid the basement, powder room, kids bath, and updated the trim and doors throughout the house. We repeatedly choose to work with Kendall Builders due to their knowledge and professionalism. Up next are the kitchen and master bath! Tony educates and collaborates with clients so they can have confidence as their remodel and update their homes."
ROOM ADDITION 4 SEASON
ROOM ADDITION 4 SEASON
CUSTOM SHOWER
HANDI-CAP CUSTOM SHOWER
FRONT PORCH TREATED DECK

+25

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Remodeling & Painting Aritas LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Warranties offered

Customers say: Quick response

"Jose Aritas and his crew are top-notch: professional, pleasant, and efficient. Jose responded quickly to our inquiry on Angi, and came the next day to estimate our job (painting the interior front half of the house, including the ceiling, and also minor master bathroom remodeling). They were ready to go as soon as the new countertop and plumbing fixtures arrived. He kept us informed, arrived on time with his amazing crew of 6 pros, and had the work done within two days. Jose is calm, knowledgeable, and goes the extra mile. His crew did a careful, beautiful job, including leaving the house totally cleaned up. We highly recommend Aritas Remodeling & Painting -- this is a pro you can count on to do the job, and do it right. "
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+309

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TKW Remodeling LLC
4.8(
6
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He was prompt and got it done quickly and nicely. The only problem was that the carpet won’t clean up even after shampooing. Should have put a tarp down first."
Kitchen
Hallway
Dining Room
Hallway
Kitchen

+3

Response time6 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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T2 Design Build
5.0(
3
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"T2 is terrific. Great people to work with. Artistic and knowledgeable. Clever about materials, space-configurations, supply chain issues etc. Very fair prices. I recommend them with enthusiasm."
Kitchen Remodel
New Stair
Bathroom Remodel
Laundry Room
New Terrace

+19

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Vangoye Home Improvement
5.0(
20
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy with the entire process. Communication was great and Eric even brought Reggie to house the day before the job started to introduce him so I knew who to expect in the morning. Reggie and Cole were great. They took special care to respect my home and did incredible work. My wife and I couldn't be more pleased with the finished product."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Exterior Arts, Llc
5.0(
34
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Serving South Bend, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The process was very good. The team were quick and efficient in the work to reroof my home. They also did a very nice job with clean up as the removal of the old roof can be very messy. I also had an issue with a leak that was quickly identified as not the roof and repaired. Great team! Excellent job!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in South Bend, IN

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 South Bend, IN homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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