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Homestead Renovations & Property Services, LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Camillus, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience, they found and fixed other issues. The finished basement is beautiful and we are going to have them complete our kitchen remodel as well."
Liverpool basement 4
Oswego Basement 3
Tile shower Surround
Front is finished looks like a new home
Liverpool basement 1

+50

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Benchmark General Contracting
4.9(
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Serving Camillus, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"very friendly arrived on time took time to really fix items so no more problems Will hire this pro again in the future"
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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M.Snyder Construction
4.8(
15
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Serving Camillus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service, great pricing and already looking into getting more work done and paid them $3,800 to complete the job. "
Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fici Construction
4.3(
58
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Serving Camillus, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hardworking and great customer service. We were very appreciative of the Fici Construction Team being able to get us on their books quickly and do a few projects around on the new house that we purchased for us to feel comfortable moving in. We will definitely be working with them again in the future. Thanks!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ProVision Contracting
4.9(
17
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Serving Camillus, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an addition added to my house. The work was done with perfection. Mark and Scott were phenomenal. I could not ask for better and meticulous work. Very knowledgeable, pleasant, considerate, understanding, empathetic and kind. I was so stressed free that I did not have to worry about anything. I can keep going on how great they were. And No, I am not getting paid to say this. It is honestly true."
New Kitchen
New Kitchen
General Services
New Tiled Shower
New Shower

+18

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Camillus, 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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