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Christie Architecture LLC
4.9(
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Serving South Cle Elum, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lisa is a genius! With creativity and precision, she maximized every nook and cranny of our tiny 1906 cottage and brought it into the 21st century, while maintaining its original charm and character. Our "new" home is so much more functional now, and a delight to live and work in. Lisa took the lead on our projects (kitchen, bathroom, basement), but Adam is equally savvy. Both are fantastic listeners, brainstormers, collaborators, total professionals and all-around lovely human beings. We highly recommend Christie Architecture, and look forward to working with them again in the future!"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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BAKER & SON CONSTRUCTION INC
5.0(
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Serving South Cle Elum, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

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"The project was essentially a remodel of a circa 1950's beach cabin with a small addition. We chose Baker and Son on the recommendation of our neighbor who had used them to build a detached garage. Our plans were relatively simple at first: build the addition, expand the kitchen, build a new bathroom and create a new entry. As work was underway, it became clear through the advice of Baker and Son that our kitchen was too big and out of scale for the cabin. We ended up eliminating some walls and opening up the cabin in such a way that created one large room but still a separate kitchen, dining and living. It was a huge improvement to the original design. In addition to the interior work, Baker and Son completely overhauled the exterior which included new windows and siding. New structural headers were required because they didn't exist. Also, since the cabin is post and pier construction, they leveled and strengthen the existing structure. Work included new skirting as well. Their attention to detail was very impressive. They are masters at creative problem solving, patient, responsive and positive. They have a very strong sense of design. We were never pressured into quick decisions. The contract arrangement for our project was essentially time and material because formulating a bid on an old cabin remodel would involve too many unknowns. We agreed to a fair hourly rate and all material and subcontracted work we paid directly with no additional overhead or fee. This saved us money. Since we lived out of town, Baker and Son were so well connected with various vendors and subcontractors, it simplified making arrangements. Now that our project is complete, we are so excited about the end result! We would highly recommend using Baker and Son Construction for any project."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Helping Hand
5.0(
7
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Serving South Cle Elum, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Helping Hand is precisely that. We are a brotherhood that is here to help our community first. If it is a leaky faucet or a broken stair rail, with our large staff we can fix it sooner and cheaper than anyone else. But it does not end there, our skilled staff can fix your dryer, remodel your kitchen, shingle your roof, or paint your front door. It is about your needs being met by responsible, kind professionals. In short, we value our neighbor over profits every time.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LTJ Builders Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving South Cle Elum, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

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Emergency services offered

"Curtis Dean of LTJ Builders met with us numerous times as we were planning our house and checked in with us as construction was being completed. He was willing to work with us and the ideas we had and made suggestions along the way as to how he thought things might be better done. He never forced us to go with his suggestions but in some cases they make a lot more sense then what we had originally designed. All the workers were very professional and the jobs were performed as promised and on time. He took pictures along the way of the entire building process and gave those to us on a CD. We are very happy about the end result and things that we found that needed to be corrected were addressed and taken care of immediately. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Central Washington General Construction
5.0(
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Serving South Cle Elum, WA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"Excellent work! Robert is very particular about results, works quickly, figures out cost-effective ways to manage the project, and how to have the least amount of left-over product. Also savy as far as best-looking design while keeping in mind customers' preferences. Love the results!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Becker Design Consulting
4.6(
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Serving South Cle Elum, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"we worked w/tim a few years ago in the siting of a cabin on our property on a remote island in the san juans. we were happy to be able to tap into his many years of practical experience designing and bldg in the islands and in seattle. his fresh perspective, walking our 3+ acre site w/us, confirmed the siting assumptions we'd made and allowed us to move fwd w/our building knowing that we'd left few, if any, stones unturned. his design sense speaks to both contemporary and/or traditional/rustic design -- appropriate design being the key to his vision -- he understands the value of not imposing a design on a site but rather working w/the landform and design to assure a superb fit. tim helped us transform our bldg from ideas to a buildable design. he understands and is highly experienced in the bldg process and is well-versed in the pragmatics, from programming, to schematic design to siting to contractor evaluation and can take a scheme to fruition! he really helped us move our project forward. in the event of a contractor dispute, tim can be helpful in setting things straight and helping to get things back on track and again, moving forward. he's also quite astute in confirming budgeting assumptions, bringing his deep, real world experience to bear on a project. that said, we'd be happy to work w/tim again on any building project we undertake -- he's easygoing, a solid listener and a terrific resource for any project you might want to undertake."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
SPT LLC
4.9(
13
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Serving South Cle Elum, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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"From the start of our job Stoya was professional, made excellent recommendations, showed up when she said she would and was a extremely diligent worker.  She is a perfectionist and accomplished her tasks in a timely manner.  She's understanding of the stress involved with remodeling and is a careful listener. The best contractor I have ever had in my home.  I purchased some materials with her direction. She also had dead trees removed and hauled away all debris for $1800 which included seven cedars and one giant birch tree. Excellent company. <br />"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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A+Design
5.0(
4
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Serving South Cle Elum, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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Warranties offered

"He was very professional. Always on time, prompt. Price quoted was the price I paid. He was available for questions afterwards for any clarification. I got good value for the money."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in South Cle Elum, WA

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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