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Seattle Paint & Design
4.8(
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"Jeremy and crew are wonderful to work with - our entire family loved having them around. Our highest exterior wall is near 30’ from the ground, but Seattle Paint and Design’s experience and quality were more than up to the challenge. Beautiful masking work on all protected surfaces kept any spray blow back out. Our house is painted with the finest quality paint, no bubbles, cracks, or peeling after 1 year. Their thoroughness with second coats where needed and touch ups provided us with a perfect finish, and our house still looks amazing!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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KRUGER ARCHITECTURE
4.9(
24
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

We believe in a collaborative design process that starts with understanding the unique needs of our clients, responding to the qualities of the specific house & place, and striving to achieve creative and elegant design solutions. Contact architect Christoph at: www.KrugerArchitecture.com or (206)330-9070. We provide architectural design, permit drawings, & interior design. Specializing in affordable design of residential remodels, additions and new homes.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aden Landscaping
4.7(
172
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The process went well and the results were exactly how we expected them to be. The construction only took about a week and the price that Alex suggested was reasonable and affordable. Alex's crew was very polite and did a fantastic job. Overall amazing results, we are very happy with our new patio."
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+13

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Taylor Pro Construction
5.0(
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

"The team had great communication and an excellent eye for details. They were also very budget conscious. They team was also very accommodating to any changes we wanted to make. I would recommend them to any friends and family!"
Remodeling - General Project
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Farm House

+130

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ideal Carpentry
5.0(
13
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James was on time and put my very heavy, complicated grill together. He also left his work area impeccable. Even though it wasn't part of the deal he hauled away all of the packaging. I will definitely use him again. Thank you James."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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Handymen Project

+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Tacoma, 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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