Family-Owned General Contractor

Basement Remodeling
in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Turn an unfinished basement into a family room, guest suite, home theater, or ADU, finished properly, permitted correctly, and built to stay dry.

30+
Years
Renovating Idaho Homes
5.0 Rated
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Licensed
Idaho & Washington
EPA
Certified
Lead-Safe Firm
Basement Remodeling

Hundreds of square feet of living space, hiding right under your house.

A finished basement is the most cost-effective way to add real, usable living space to your home. Property owners across Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, and Dalton Gardens trust Chuck and Norm Kile to finish or remodel their basement into a brand new living area they actually enjoy.

Basements stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter, which makes them ideal for family rooms, guest suites, home theaters, home gyms, offices, or income-producing ADUs. No project is too big or too small, we'll help you make the space exactly what your family needs.

ID+WA
Licensed & Insured
30+
Years In Business
5.0
Average Review
Finished basement living room with custom fireplace mantel in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Scope of Work

What a Basement Finish Includes

One accountable general contractor handling every phase, moisture control, framing, trades, and finishes.

Layout & Design

Planning rooms, bathrooms, wet bars, storage, and egress windows around existing mechanicals and posts.

Moisture & Insulation

Vapor barrier, rigid foam or closed-cell spray against concrete, and drainage planning, a dry basement built to stay dry.

Framing & Drywall

Soffits around ductwork and beams, properly framed walls, hung and finished drywall ready for paint.

Egress Windows

Concrete cutting, window install, and window wells to meet Idaho and Washington bedroom egress code.

Bathrooms & Kitchenettes

Below-slab plumbing, sewage ejectors where needed, wet bars, and full secondary kitchens.

Electrical & HVAC

New circuits, recessed lighting, data runs, and extending heating/cooling to finished spaces.

Flooring

LVP, tile, engineered hardwood, or carpet, installed over moisture-appropriate underlayment for basements.

Final Walkthrough

Trim, doors, paint, and punch list review, a clean handover of your new lower-level living space.

Our Process

How a Basement Remodel Runs With Us

A clear, repeatable process keeps your project on schedule, on budget, and low-stress.

01

Free Consultation

We walk the basement, look at moisture, ceiling height, and mechanicals, and talk through goals.

02

Design & Estimate

Layout and finishes finalized, with a clear itemized written estimate, no surprises.

03

Build Phase

Permits, moisture prep, framing, trades, and finishes, managed by Chuck or Norm on-site.

04

Walkthrough

Final inspection, punch list, and a clean handover of your finished basement.

Local Experience

Three Decades of Finishing Northern Idaho Basements

Chuck and Norm Kile have been finishing and remodeling basements across the Coeur d'Alene region for more than 30 years. We've turned rough, unfinished basements into family rooms, guest suites, home theaters, and full ADUs, and we know how to handle the things that trip up less-experienced builders: low ceilings, support posts, mechanical rooms, and moisture.

We also know the ins and outs of the Idaho and Washington permitting processes, including egress window requirements and below-grade plumbing code. These are the details that separate a properly finished basement from one that causes problems a few years down the road.

Kile Construction is a full-service residential general contractor. From finishing a single rec room to converting the whole lower level into a rental unit, it's like having your own personal builder ready to customize your home exactly to your liking.

FAQ

Basement Remodeling Questions

Straight answers to what homeowners ask most before finishing a basement.

How long does a basement remodel take?
Most basement finishes take 6–12 weeks depending on square footage and whether you're adding a bathroom, kitchenette, or egress windows. You'll get a written schedule with your estimate.
Do I need egress windows in a finished basement?
Yes, any bedroom below grade requires a code-compliant egress window and window well. We handle the concrete cutting, window install, and permitting so you're fully code-compliant.
Can you add a bathroom or kitchenette downstairs?
Yes. We handle plumbing rough-in, including below-slab work or sewage ejector systems where the waste line is above the basement floor, plus electrical and finishes for basement baths, wet bars, and full kitchenettes.
How do you handle moisture and insulation in a basement?
Proper vapor barrier, rigid foam or closed-cell spray foam on concrete walls, and drainage planning before any framing goes up. Getting this right is the difference between a basement that stays dry for decades and one that molds within a couple of years.
Can I convert the basement into an ADU or in-law suite?
In many cases, yes. We can add a separate entrance, full kitchen, and bathroom, but local zoning, ceiling height, and egress rules dictate what's possible on your specific property. We'll walk through the specifics during the free consultation.
Do you pull permits for a basement remodel?
Yes. Framing, electrical, plumbing, and egress work all require Idaho or Washington permits. We pull them and coordinate every inspection. Call (208) 660-2470 or request a meeting online to get started.
Get In Touch

Ready to Finish Your Basement?

Call or message us anytime. We'll schedule a free on-site consultation and follow up with a written estimate.

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Service Area
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
& Surrounding Areas
Hayden · Post Falls · Rathdrum · Spokane, WA
Working Hours
  • Monday – Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed
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