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Riemer Contracting, LLC
4.7(
60
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Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1948

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The kitchen remodeling was only one of several things I have had them do. Over the years they have put a new roof on my house, done siding, completely refurbished an outside front porch with flooring, installed windows and many other incidentals. Mr. Riemer is reliable, professional, knowledgeable and knows his business. He is also makes well thought out recommendations if youâ re not sure exactly what you want. I highly recommend him and look forward to him doing more work for me in the future."
Bathroom
Composite with hog fence railing
Composite with hog fence railing
Composite with hog fence
Stairs with pvc

+20

Response time6 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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JAM
0.5(
1
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Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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Stoney Brook R&D LLC
4.7(
17
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Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The deck came out beautifully! I hired Stoney Brook to start the deck construction in November expecting that construction wouldn’t happen until the spring. They actually began the engineering drawings and permitting process over the holidays and dug the footings (partially using a jackhammer) in the coldest week of the winter in January. The only snag occurred when the shipment of flooring material was not enough to cover the framing, creating a 2 week delay for more flooring material to arrive. However, it was still the middle of March, and the rest of the material arrived last week, enabling completion at the end of the week. So the deck was completed just in time for spring instead of having construction drag on into the spring and possibly summer."
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+59

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Shapiro Construction
4.5(
24
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Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dan Shapiro displayed Great knowledge and expertise in helping remodel a two family home in Troy. Dan goes the extra mile to make sure every last detail is perfect. Quality work, great prices, would recommend to anybody!"
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
Remodeling - General Project
Heating & A/C Project
Remodeling - General Project

+52

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Ancram, 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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