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Don's Improvement's, LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Broadwater has remodeled 2 bathrooms, our laundry room, installed a double-oven in my kitchen, and added an amazing kitchen nook with 3 large garden windows. He worked closely with us to understand our visions then made them all realities. We love his work and will hire him when we identify the next project!"
Response time11 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Signature Structures
5.0(
5
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Luke and Bill are awesome to work with. We did a whole house remodel and they were on top of things the whole way. They were on budget and flexible as we made changes and upgrades throughout the project. By the time everything was finished, we considered them to be part of our family. They were great about making suggestions without adding to the project price and talked us through every decision that needed to be made. We highly recommend them!"
Tiled Tub
Cozy half bath
Acrylic1 Finished
Acrylic1 Before
A1 Before

+12

Response time9 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Don's Improvement's, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: Quick response

Your satisfaction is very important to us. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today. \n

Kitchen renovation
Bathroom renovation
Bathroom renovation
Kitchen renovation
Before demo

+47

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Specialty Contracting, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I love our remodeled bathroom. The tile shower and floors are beautiful and the quality of all the work is excellent. Roy is very professional and does a great job. Highly recommended. "
What We Do
What We Do
What We Do
What We Do
Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Ridge Restoration and Construction, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a fine job. they put a new roof on my house after a hail storm. They got over here quick and completed the job very quickly. They were very professional. I would recommend them to anyone and I already have!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Triangle Reconstruction
4.7(
455
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are pleased to recommend Triangle Reconstruction with our highest praise. It seems too simple to say that they do what they said they’d do, but that’s exactly what happened. Our home is around 50 years old. Ours was a large job - around a month and $30,000. We had Triangle Reconstruction come in after another moisture company provided mold remediation and a humidifier. I wish we’d contacted TR to start with. We provided TR with a structural engineering report. They created a plan to exactly meet all of engineer’s concerns. TR used temporary supports and replaced seal plates, girders, and joists for over half of our home. In addition, they poured footers and built new columns. They also added a few additional girders to firm up our floors. They removed and replaced our insulation. They sealed our porch and crawl space, replaced our vapor barrier, and installed a moisture meter. They wrapped our electrical cords and hung them. The people at TR are remarkable. A+++++"
Recommended by89%of homeowners
J S S Remodeling
5.0(
14
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>We have had Mr. Souza do work for us before. He is honest. He allowed us to provide the materials instead of insisting he provide them so he can turn around and jack up the prices on things to support his new Rolls Royce. (Seriously, I don't even think he marks stuff up like many other contractors) If he did, it didn't hurt our wallet.  </p> <p><br /></p> <p>Instead of replacing our master bath vanity, he gave us the measurements and had me go down to Renko to pick out a nice color and get it ordered. He then sanded down the old one and added two brushed coats of polyurethane.  (Even removed all the doors and drawers, took them home to keep some of the polyurethane odor out of the bathroom) Today, it looks as good as new and it saved us allot of money because we didn't have to buy a new one. </p> <p><br /></p> <p>He replaced the commode and re-caulked throughout the two bathrooms. He also painted our garage and garage door. What a difference. What I appreciated about him most is his motivation. While something is drying he is off working on another project. He doesn't sit around or go away and tell you he will be back when something finishes drying. </p> <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Salem, VA

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 Salem, VA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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