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Avatar for LFC Services Home Repair Division
LFC Services Home Repair Division
5.0(
101
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"LFC did everything we wanted and more. They did everything right and efficiently. Their customer services is the best we ever received. Jan's design ideas were better than we expected. Ceramic tile, closets, countertops and backsplash, drywall, electrical, flooring installation, interior painting, granite installation"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Living Color Painting & Restoration
5.0(
50
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently had an outstanding experience with Living Color for some work at my home. Matt is incredibly professional, and immediately made me feel at ease with his knowledge and approachability. What really set him apart is honesty. He explained everything clearly, ensuring I understood what needed to be done without pushing unnecessary services. The work was completed efficiently, with exceptional attention to detail, and at a very fair price. It's refreshing to find someone so reliable and trustworthy in this field. Matt's friendly and professional demeanor, combined with his evident skill and honesty, has made me a loyal customer. I will definitely be calling him again for any future needs. Highly recommend if you're looking for quality service you can trust."
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+13

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
APX Home Improvement, Inc.
4.9(
56
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"APX turned out to be the best option for us. Originally recommended by one of our neighbors we selected APX because it offered a fair price and because Alex gave her sage advice to help finalize what we wanted to do. Under his contract we had to pay for the labor and materials separately with the materials being reimbursed as they were purchased either by ourselves or by the contractor. This was kind of a good thing because my wife wanted to take a lot of time to pick just the right tile and other furnishings for the remodel. In addition, Alex helped us pick out the material materials, actually coming to the floor decor store and to Home Depot with us. He and his employees actually picked up the stainless steel. Bathtub to make sure that the one we actually got didn’t have any chips or blemishes was a common problem I saw in the reviews for all the stainless steel bathtubs.. He also picked up the heavy tiles. The construction did a very nice job and it looks great. "
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Two Brothers Handyman and Home Improvement Service, LLC
5.0(
76
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ruben and his team were excellent from the beginning of our bathroom renovation to the end. Ruben provided a thorough consultation at our home, let us know about the timeline, and worked with us to ensure we had the materials we needed (we procured some we wanted to pick out and we procured others that we needed help with). He provided good recommendations during the project, kept us updated, and ultimately finished the project within the timeframe he gave. We were really happy with the quality of the finished bathroom and we would definitely recommend Two Brothers."
Master Bathroom
Master Bathroom
Master Bathroom
Master Bathroom
Master Bathroom

+62

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Home Remodeling Group
4.9(
29
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My contractor did an excellent job bringing my kitchen vision to life, taking the time to understand my design goals and offering thoughtful recommendations along the way. The team worked efficiently and completed the entire project in under a week, and the pricing was very fair for the quality of work. Sydney, the project manager, was incredibly responsive at all hours and made communication effortless. He stayed proactive throughout the process, keeping me updated at every stage and walking me through decisions as they came up. Overall, the experience was smooth, fast, and genuinely collaborative."
General Remodeling Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Painting - Interior Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project

+25

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Breakthrough LLC
4.8(
162
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Home Breakthrough remodeled our primary bathroom, secondary bathroom, and powder room. It did a fantastic job from beginning to end. Francisco and Honika were very professional yet personable which eased our anxiety. Special shout out to Ricardo and Carlos as well who kept the work areas clean at all times. I look forward to hiring Home Breakthrough again! Highly recommended!!!"
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+7

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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General Remodeling Group
4.9(
21
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend General Remodeling Group! We hired them to update the exterior of our home, and their team did an amazing job. Dan, the project manager, really listened to my ideas and quickly designed the perfect custom frame for our door. The whole team was responsive, punctual, and easy to work with. Their attention to detail in the carpentry was impressive. We absolutely loved the final result and had a great experience working with them!"
Master Bathroom, NW, DC, 2024
Bathroom, NW, DC, 2023
Kitchen, NW, DC, 2022
Master Bathroom, NW, DC, 2024
Bathroom, NW, DC, 2023

+167

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BST Design & Build
4.9(
21
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Serving Washington DC, DC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a great experience with BST Design & Build. The project was scoped out, started on time and took about 5 weeks which was in the estimated 4-6 week schedule. During the project, questions were answered and the onsite team was very responsive to our wishes, even being creative to ensure our needs were addressed. We couldn’t have been happier with the onsite project lead, Abi. The site was keep clean each day and the end result looks great!"
Master Bathroom with Free Standing Tub
Kitchen Renovation
Basement Refinishing
Bar Corner in the Basement
Master Bathroom with Free Standing Tub

+105

Response time3 days
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Washington DC, DC

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 Washington DC, DC homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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