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Basement finishing, done right. From bare studs to your favorite room.

Full-scope basement finishes across the Denver metro and Front Range, designed, permitted, built and inspected by one licensed contractor. Free written estimates and a 2-year warranty on every job.

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Full Scope, One Contractor

Everything your basement needs, handled end to end.

An unfinished basement is the cheapest square footage you'll ever add. The structure, roof and foundation are already paid for. We turn that space into permitted, inspected living space that counts when it's time to sell.

Adding a bedroom down there? You'll need an egress window, the code-required emergency exit. We install those too, and the cheapest time to add one is during the finish.

  • Design & city permits, filed and managed for you
  • Framing & insulation
  • Electrical, plumbing & HVAC
  • Drywall, paint & finish trim
  • Flooring: luxury vinyl plank, carpet & tile
  • Bathrooms, bedrooms & living areas
  • Egress windows for conforming bedrooms
  • City inspection & final walkthrough
Finished basement with carpet in Thornton, CO
How It Works

A process built around straight communication.

Step 1

Free Estimate

We walk the space, talk through what you want, and deliver a written, itemized estimate. Free, no commitment.

Step 2

Design & Permits

We finalize the layout and finishes, then file and manage the permit with your city.

Step 3

The Build

A typical full finish runs 6 to 10 weeks from permit approval. You get a schedule up front and updates at every phase.

Step 4

Inspection & Walkthrough

Your city inspects the work, we walk the finished space together, and you're covered by our 2-year workmanship warranty.

$100
per square foot, typical full finish
$12,000+
per bathroom added
6 to 10 weeks
from permit approval to final inspection
Free
written, itemized estimate before any commitment
Recent Basements

From unfinished to unbelievable.

Finished basement with recessed lighting and vinyl plank flooring Finished basement with double sliding barn doors and new carpet Finished basement bedroom with ensuite bath and vinyl plank flooring New basement bathroom with corner glass shower and slate-look tile Basement bathroom plumbing rough-in with new drain lines Finished basement with LVP flooring in Westminster, CO
Verify Us Before You Hire Us

Our basement permits are public record.

Every Saw Dog basement is city-permitted and inspected, with a permit trail across Frederick, Longmont, Commerce City, Lakewood and Erie documented independently on BuildZoom, plus $1M liability insurance on file. Most contractors ask for your trust. We'd rather you check.

BuildZoom: verified permit history BBB: A+ rating, zero complaints
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What basement clients say on Google.

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"Matt with Saw Dog Construction did a great job on our basement! They didn't leave a mess and were professional and will most certainly would use again!"

Paul RomeroGoogle review · Mar 2023 · Basement remodeling
★★★★★

"These guys did an awesome job on my basement in Thornton. I also recommended them to my friends who are also very happy with the work they have done!!"

Tyler ShankGoogle review · Aug 2023
★★★★★

"Matt with Saw Dog Construction did a great job on our basement. Got the job done on time. We like it."

Khoa PhamGoogle review · May 2023 · Remodeling

11 reviews on Google · A+ rated with the BBB, zero complaints.

Basement Questions

Straight answers before you even call.

How much does it cost to finish a basement in the Denver metro?
A full basement finish typically runs $100 per square foot, plus $12,000 and up for each bathroom you add. Those are starting rates, not a quote: every project gets a written, itemized estimate, free, before any commitment.
Do you pull permits for basement finishing?
Always. Every Saw Dog basement is permitted and inspected with your city. It protects your home's value, your insurance coverage, and your resale. Our permit history is public record on BuildZoom if you'd like to verify our track record.
How long does a basement finish take?
A typical full basement finish takes 6 to 10 weeks from permit approval to final inspection, depending on scope. We give you a schedule up front and communicate at every phase.
What's included in a full basement finish?
The full scope: design and permits, framing and insulation, electrical, plumbing and HVAC, drywall, paint and trim, flooring, and the final city inspection, with bedrooms, bathrooms and living areas included, from design to final walkthrough.
Is the work under warranty?
Yes. Every basement comes with a 2-year workmanship warranty and a guarantee of excellence in every aspect of what we do.
Free Estimates

Let's talk about your basement.

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HoursMon-Fri 8am-6pm · Sat 8am-2pm · Closed Sunday
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