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Home Renovations in St. Joseph, MO | Epic Construction

Remodeling Contractor in St. Joseph, MO | Epic Construction

Remodeling covers a wide range of work, from a single bathroom to finishing a basement to adding a room. What they share is that you are building inside an existing structure, working around what is already there.

This page covers what Epic Construction remodels and what each type of project involves. Epic has worked in St. Joseph, Missouri since 2010 and is family owned and operated.

Remodeling Services

Interior design guidance is available as part of the project.

Basement Remodeling

Finishing a basement is usually the cheapest square footage you will ever add, because the structure already exists. It is also the project most likely to go wrong if the sequence is not right.

Moisture Comes First

Any water problem has to be solved before framing starts. Seasonal seepage, efflorescence on the block, or a musty smell all need addressing first, whether that means grading, gutters and downspout extensions, or interior drainage.

Finishing over a moisture problem hides it inside a wall cavity where it becomes a mold problem instead of a water problem.

Egress

If any part of the finished basement will be used as a bedroom, code requires an emergency escape opening. That usually means cutting the foundation for an egress window and well.

It is a significant line item, and it is the thing most often left out of an optimistic basement budget. Decide early whether a bedroom is part of the plan.

Ceiling Height and Mechanicals

Ductwork, beams, and plumbing runs eat headroom. Measure before designing, and plan access panels for shutoffs, cleanouts, and anything that will need service later.

Burying a shutoff valve behind finished drywall is a decision people regret exactly once.

Insulation and Framing

Basement walls are handled differently from above-grade walls. The assembly needs to let the foundation dry and avoid trapping moisture against concrete or block. Getting this detail right is what separates a basement that stays comfortable from one that smells.

Kitchens and Bathrooms

Kitchen and bath work covers cabinets, countertops, flooring, lighting, plumbing and electrical, tile, showers, tubs, and sinks. Custom cabinet construction is available.

Full detail is on the kitchen and bath remodeling page.

Additions, Decks, and Patios

When the existing footprint will not accommodate what you need, an addition is the answer. Decks and patios extend usable space outward for considerably less than enclosed square footage costs.

Additions involve foundation work, structural tie-in, and roofline integration, so they sit closer to new construction than to interior remodeling. Details are on the decks and additions page.

Garages and Accessory Buildings

Detached garages, shops, and outbuildings are handled as standalone construction projects. Setback requirements, permitted size, and whether utilities are being run to the structure all need settling during design rather than after.

Exterior Remodeling

Roofing, siding, gutters, and window replacement are handled in house rather than subcontracted, which matters when exterior work is part of a larger remodel. See the siding, gutters, and windows page and the roofing page.

How Remodeling Projects Are Priced

A remodeling estimate is built from labor, materials, and allowances. Allowances are budgeted dollar figures for categories where you have not chosen yet, such as tile, fixtures, or flooring. Selections above the allowance raise the total.

Before signing, get in writing:

Epic Construction provides written estimates and offers financing that spreads project costs into monthly payments. Completed work is shown in the project gallery.

Permits

Permits are issued through the City of St. Joseph Building Development department. Structural changes, additions, basement finishing, and most electrical and plumbing work require one. Epic Construction handles permitting on the projects it takes on.

Frequently Asked Questions

What remodeling services does Epic Construction offer?

Kitchen and bath remodeling, basement remodeling, room and home additions, decks and patios, garages and accessory buildings, interior remodeling, exterior remodeling, and structural repairs.

Do I need an egress window to finish my basement?

If any part of the finished space will be used as a bedroom, code requires an emergency escape opening. That typically means cutting the foundation for an egress window and well. Decide early, because it affects the budget significantly.

My basement gets damp. Can it still be finished?

Yes, but the moisture has to be resolved first. Finishing over an active water problem seals it inside the wall, where it becomes mold. Grading, gutters, downspout extensions, and interior drainage are the usual fixes.

Is finishing a basement cheaper than an addition?

Generally yes, because the foundation, walls, and roof already exist. An addition requires new foundation, framing, and roofline work. Egress and moisture work can narrow the gap on a basement.

How long does a remodeling project take?

It depends on scope. A single bathroom runs weeks, a basement or whole-house project runs months. A schedule is set once the scope is finalized, and hidden conditions found during demolition are the usual reason it shifts.

What is an allowance?

A budgeted dollar figure for a category of selections you have not made yet, such as tile or fixtures. Coming in under it lowers the total, going over raises it. Ask what each allowance covers before signing.

Do you offer financing for remodeling?

Yes. Financing spreads project costs into monthly payments. Terms are discussed during the consultation.

Do you handle the permits?

Yes. Epic Construction handles the required permits and approvals as part of the project.

What areas does Epic Construction serve?

Epic Construction serves St. Joseph, Missouri and surrounding communities in Buchanan, Andrew, DeKalb, Clinton, and Platte counties, including Savannah, Country Club Village, Agency, Cameron, Maryville, and Plattsburg. Service also extends into northeast Kansas, including Elwood, Wathena, and Atchison. The office is located at 4704 St Joseph Ave, St Joseph, MO 64505.

Areas We Serve

Epic Construction provides remodeling throughout St. Joseph, Missouri and the surrounding communities.

Buchanan County

Andrew County

DeKalb and Clinton Counties

Platte County and Northwest Missouri

Northeast Kansas

Epic Construction
4704 St Joseph Ave
St Joseph, MO 64505
Phone: (816) 749-4168
Website: https://trustecc.com/

Business Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Call (816) 749-4168 to discuss your remodeling project. You can also contact Epic Construction online.

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