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Home Renovations
4.6(
49
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Serving Brighton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carl and his team were excellent. They came in and finished our basement! The room is now a perfect addition to our home and we'd love to work with his team again"
Bathroom Remodel
Replaced and rebuilt a new shower and shower door with custom tile.
house flip
Floor installation
Bathroom Remodel

+54

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Upstate Home Improvement & Remodeling
4.8(
22
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Serving Brighton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Iâ ve had the great pleasure of working with Hussain for the past few months on different projects around the home; from dry wall installations, painting, flooring, shower door installation, garage door opener installation, window replacements, mudroom refresh, etc. Hussain is the ultimate professional, shows up on time, very reliable, kind, and trustworthy. His workmanship is superb! I highly recommend Hussain at Upstate Home Improvement & Remodeling."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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HAZEN PROPERTY SERVICES LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Brighton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Keenan’s work is excellent! * Timeliness and Budget: He showed up on time, complete the project on schedule, and stuck closely to the estimated cost. We made some changes along the way. * Communication and Professionalism: Excellent communication, even called if he was running late. * End-to-End Execution: Excellent work from the consultation to the final installation. He took my bathroom Pinterest board and built my bathroom! Definitely would hirer him for my future jobs"
Marble Rochester Bathroom
Custom basement shower
Rochester Kitchen with marble backsplash
Custom basement shower
Rochester Kitchen with marble backsplash

+59

Recommended by33%of homeowners
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JB Roc Remodeling
5.0(
12
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Serving Brighton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are absolutely thrilled with our bathroom remodel! The team was professional, punctual, and paid attention to every detail. The finished space looks beautiful and feels like a spa. Highly recommend!"
Residential Remodel
Residential Remodel
Residential Remodel
Bathroom remdoel
Kitchen & Bathroom

+27

40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Schultz & Sons Contracting
4.6(
109
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Serving Brighton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Doug and his son did an amazing job replacing my gutter. Communication, as well as installation process was quick, prompt and efficient. I couldn’t have been happier. Thank you so much, Doug, pleasure to be working with you, definitely will be recommending to everyone I know. Thank you"
Gutter install
Gutter install
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+33

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JDR Williams
3.8(
38
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Serving Brighton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With 30 years of experience, JDR Williams, LLC has been in business for over 20 years serving the Monroe County area. We aim to provide exceptional service in the home building and remodeling industry. Thank you for your interest in our company. We look forward to hearing from you.\n\nDeposits May Be Required - Inquire Within \n\nAccepts Cash, Checks and Venmo

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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HAWKEYEZ CONSTRUCTION INTERIOR/EXTERIOR INC.
5.0(
13
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Serving Brighton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional work, great communication & fixed what we needed them to! Replaced wood around our garage with pvc & did the same for a door to our basement. Very thorough as they found some issues with the basement door that we were not aware of that was allowing moisture into the basement & came up with a plan to fix it that was within the estimate. Will definitely be giving Hawkeyez a call when we are ready to tackle more of our home projects!"
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition

+107

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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CRPRADO LLC
4.8(
23
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Serving Brighton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"After flood damage, I hired this company to pull up dry and replace lvp flooring. On his recommendation of possible future flooding, I went with porcelain tile. The team went above and beyond even helping me place sandbags in the rain to prevent further flooding. The new floor is beautiful. The installation professional and precise. The communication through the job exceeded all expectations. I have several more projects for which I will use this contractor."
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Brighton, 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.

The Brighton, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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