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Cransten
4.4(
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Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job repairing an external basement door from years of water damage. Eric did a fantastic job and completed it in one day. I highly recommend Cransten Handyman."
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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Morning Star Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend Morningstar Construction. Denis was a great contractor and his assistant Allen were a joy to work with. Our remodeling project kept growing and Denis would offer suggestions that were reasonable and often added value and beauty to the house. Before and after pictures say it all."
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+56

Response time4 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Palmetto Renovations of Columbia, Inc.
3.9(
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Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After completion of our bathroom remodel, we now literally give tours to our friends and neighbors. It's spacious and much safer with the ADA layout and new shower concept. Everybody finds the bright new look to be an investment and an enhancement. It adds value but is safer and that's most important. I next plan for my deck to be torn down and rebuilt and will again use Palmetto Renovations only. I have projects and they have expertise."
Palmetto Renovations
Palmetto Renovations
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Palmetto Renovations

+31

Response time10 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Negrete renovations
4.8(
16
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Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Negrete Renovations are very professional renovators! They put my floors in very quick which was very helpful in the time frame I wanted them to do it and it was such a beautiful job!! Much thanks to them."
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+15

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Hughes Renovations, LLC
4.8(
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Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"The contractor where very skilled and did very good work. They took longer than wad expected but the work they did was very pleasing to me. I would reccomend them to Family and Friends if they needed someone for hone remodeling."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Lakeside Construction of Columbia LLC
4.8(
161
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Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a few days delay due to the weather but once the process started everything went great. They cleaned up everything and it was a pleasure coming home to a new roof with no mess. I would highly recommend their work to anyone. Thank you Lakeside Construction."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Tide Remodeling and Handyman Services LLC
4.2(
19
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Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this company to install a new fence. I was impressed by the professional timely manner they finished the job, they even cleaned up after themselves. I highly recommend this company for all your Remodeling needs."
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+1

Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Dirty Hands
5.0(
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Serving West Columbia, SC and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I have worked with Theresa before and there is no job that she is afraid to do. She will literally get her hands into any drain if needed to get the job done!! I would recommend them to anyone for honest work at a fair price. You won’t be disappointed!!"
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in West Columbia, SC

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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