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Avatar for Allserve Home Repair, LLC.
Allserve Home Repair, LLC.
5.0(
31
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Incredible work in a timely and custom focused manner. We remodeled our basement taking an awkward Ryan Homes floor plan and crafting it to a new thetre and entertainment area for the kids. The project manager partnered with me on design ideas, ensured I knew all costs baked in with no surprises, explained their process and utilized their highly certified and professional project team. You can tell the project team has worked many years together as they all stayed in step and ensure a quality product. Hire this team. You will not be sorry!"
Backsplash + Countertop
backsplash and counters
overview of kitcehn
new built-in cabinet
foyer

+11

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Resurrect Construction
5.0(
11
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It’s tough finding good painters/remodelers for your home but I a took a chance on Jesse after reading some reviews.. Great decision! I was really impressed how quickly he responded to my calls and texts, how professional he was and most importantly, the excellent job he did."
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Whole house siding, doors, floors and baseboard
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+77

Response time4 days
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TruBlue of Cuyahoga Valley
5.0(
23
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I needed some drywall repair in my attic after raccoon damage and also had a new laundry utility tub and faucet installed. Troy and Ron were the best! Informed me every step of the way on what they were doing and everything looks great! Very responsive company and communicative including the owner and the estimator. I will always use them going forward and will refer them. Thanks Troy & Ron!"
Dated Kitchen
Updated Kitchen
Farmers Sink Install
Farmers Sink Install
Floor

+4

Response time6 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for A.J. Handyman, LLC
A.J. Handyman, LLC
5.0(
34
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alton and team did greet work and ensured areas hired for were completed 100% guaranteed! He was able to best determine best route for kitchen ventilation work in an older home that worked perfectly. I would recommend AJ services without hesitation. Honest qualified work detail for sure!"
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Dover Home Remodelers Inc
4.9(
62
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dover completely remodeled our master bathroom. New tile, fixtures, and light in shower. New custom vanity with a cabinet on the counter to hide the cords from devices like hair dryers and beard trimmers. New tile floor. Moved the existing door opening slightly and installed a barn door, New light fixture and fan. New drywall, new subfloor, and replaced some uneven framing in the ceiling. It looks great and we are very happy with the way it turned out."
The sunporch easily accommodates both outdoor conversation seating and dining sets. Finishing the comfortable indoor/outdoor living space, electrical wiring provides power for the ceiling fan and can lights above, with additional outlets for a TV, speakers and other items—everything the homeowners need to enjoy a fresh, inviting living area.
The sunporch addition was designed for easy living at every touchpoint: Sturdy, lightweight framing materials create the gabled roof and side panel construction, including maintenance-free aluminum posts capped in vinyl, so there’s no paint to touch up or chipping to worry about long-term.
Because the homeowners wanted an unobstructed view and ventilation for their firepit table, screens are run from floor to ceiling along the walls. Added screened entry doors on both sides provide easy access to the room from the yard and adjoining patio.
The new sunporch is a large, open-air living space (11' x 14') with floor-to-ceiling screened panels for excellent ventilation and unrestricted views with a full room for protection.
Because the homeowners wanted an unobstructed view and ventilation for their firepit table, screens are run from floor to ceiling along the walls. Added screened entry doors on both sides provide easy access to the room from the yard and adjoining patio.

+892

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Loyal Construction Management LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Elyria, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"So happy with our driveway and back porch. They were in line with the other prices I received. They were extremely professional and were able to meet an aggressive timeline for the job. I would and have recommended them to friends and family."
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Elyria, OH

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 Elyria, OH homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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