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Rhino Restoration & Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Stanley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

We are a 24/7 Water Damage, Mold and Bio Growth Remediation company serving the Treasure Valley and beyond. We have 12 years combined construction and remodeling experience and have been actively restoring water damage and remediation mold and biogrowth with 1 800 Water Damage of Meridian from August 2015 to February 2017. Call today to schedule your FREE water damage and mold inspection.

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Richard Of Riverdale
4.0(
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Serving Stanley, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Richard of Riverdale is a Home improvement specialist since 1984. Our work area cover from NYC tri-State area, then later in FL and now in the SE Idaho area, I have encounter different type of home remodeling, from wood to brick or cement blocks. Whether exterior or interior every project is unique to the area in question. So rest assure that what ever your project is, we can handled it. As a small business we cater to you, the customer, from begining to end. When a project requires a certified trade we can recommend those that we have work with that stand behind their work. \n\nOn a large contract payment will be agreed upon signing such contract, on small project payment will be upon completing the job. \nWe offer 10% discount to Seniors.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Stanley, ID

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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