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CHATEL Construction Corp
5.0(
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Serving New-York, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great work, they were extremely accommodating with their work schedule and having pete in the house. The price was also great. Extremely responsive after the work was done when my Anderson door had an issue (issue from factory)."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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BAS Construction
5.0(
41
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Serving New-York, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was a great experience. Sina and his team were professional and took great care to do a great job. They constantly had new ideas to make the process better and worked with me on ideas I had. Best contractors I have ever worked with."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Basements Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project

+22

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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P Bright Construction
4.9(
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Serving New-York, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They came on time every day, cleaned up before they left. Clean work. One or two aesthetic issues that were resolved after I pointed them out. "
a beautiful shower
a great kitchen
a  great 2 bedroom apartment
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a beautiful kitchen

+63

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Inson Dubois Wood LLC
5.0(
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Serving New-York, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Customers say: Quick response

"Inson is a creative genius with a superb eye. He did everything with meticulous detail and completely transformed our apartment into an amazing, gorgeous home. We enjoy entertaining, and our friends love coming over, always remarking how beautiful and inviting our home is- and that was exactly what we wanted, except Inson brilliantly upgraded our concept, within budget and on time (even with our aggressive timeline because we needed to be out of our old place and into our new within months!). Inson’s team was also great to work with - always polite and professional. We highly recommend Inson and plan on working with him again on our Hamptons home!"
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+11

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HD Renovations
4.7(
101
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Serving New-York, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dom and his crew were very professional and pleasant to deal with. Strong communication, swift responses throughout, stayed on track with deadlines, and very reliable. The work came out beautifully. I would 100% recommend and hire again for future work."
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Bathroom renovation
Accessible shower two days
Complete demo of existing shower or bathtub area completed in two days.
Bathroom and kitchen remodel

+94

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Elite Tech Remodeling
4.7(
154
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Serving New-York, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing experience!!! The entire crew was pinnacle of professionalism. The workers were knowledgeable, skilled and punctual. At every step of our remodel, Elite helped with design decisions, material choices and fixtures. The work was performed on time, very cleanly and within budget. Highly recommend Elite and will definitely hire them again for future projects."
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+56

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Expo Contracting Corp
4.6(
34
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Serving New-York, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Expo Contracting Corp was hired to remodel my basement. Great care was taken by Mohammad to give me everything that I requested for this job. Any issues or concerns were taken care of immediately. The workers were on time each day and the job was done long before the estimated 6 weeks that it would take. Overall, the Team did a good job on this basement remodel."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Landscaping Project
Roofing Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+455

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in New-York, NY

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.

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