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Travani Construction, LLC

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Travani Construction, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a service disabled veteran owned business serving Jefferson County! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"Job was done well, on a timely schedule, and I couldn’t be happier with the crew and the results. "

Amanda D on July 2025

We are a service disabled veteran owned business serving Jefferson County! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"Job was done well, on a timely schedule, and I couldn’t be happier with the crew and the results. "

Amanda D on July 2025

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

J.C. Structural

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J.C. Structural

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45 years of experience

Small, private-owned construction business. Decades of experience on the work force. Accepting payments of any schedule, as to accomodate the customer. Written contracts are preferred for awards of $500 and up. Workmanship-guaranteed, in writing. Estimates and custom structural design, within reason, are generally free. Workmanship record is impeccable, with a 100% customer-satisfaction history.

Small, private-owned construction business. Decades of experience on the work force. Accepting payments of any schedule, as to accomodate the customer. Written contracts are preferred for awards of $500 and up. Workmanship-guaranteed, in writing. Estimates and custom structural design, within reason, are generally free. Workmanship record is impeccable, with a 100% customer-satisfaction history.

DKS Quality Construction

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DKS Quality Construction

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25 years of experience

DKS Quality Construction is a family owned company located in Brewerton, NY. We also perform work in surrounding counties, especially Oswego County. We specialize in building, remodeling, and custom home work. We believe that quality should always come first, along with customer satisfaction.

DKS Quality Construction is a family owned company located in Brewerton, NY. We also perform work in surrounding counties, especially Oswego County. We specialize in building, remodeling, and custom home work. We believe that quality should always come first, along with customer satisfaction.

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ROC Renovation

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ROC Renovation

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1 years of experience

We specialize in all aspects of general construction. From stone veneer to paint and everything in-between! No job to big or to small. Decks,patios,lawn care,bathroom remodeling, sheetrock,plumbing ect. Give us a shout for ur free estimate!

We specialize in all aspects of general construction. From stone veneer to paint and everything in-between! No job to big or to small. Decks,patios,lawn care,bathroom remodeling, sheetrock,plumbing ect. Give us a shout for ur free estimate!

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Color Your Carpet

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Color Your Carpet

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37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Right Way Handman

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Right Way Handman

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27 years of experience

Ablan Home Enhancement

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Ablan Home Enhancement

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4cornerstone

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4cornerstone

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41 years of experience

done right the 1st time in a timely manner

done right the 1st time in a timely manner

Austin Bros. Contracting

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Austin Bros. Contracting

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28 years of experience

Get The Right Guy The First Time The Registered Trade Mark That Was Produced By Our Customers,Literally I Had Customers Insist On Taking My Truck and Putting The Logo On The Truck,Only After Hearing,and I Quote"I Should Have Hire You Guys The First Time, Hundreds of Times I Then Agreed To Letting That Logo On My Truck,Now On The Other Trucks .In Short We Have Plenty Of References That In Itself Says Everything !

Get The Right Guy The First Time The Registered Trade Mark That Was Produced By Our Customers,Literally I Had Customers Insist On Taking My Truck and Putting The Logo On The Truck,Only After Hearing,and I Quote"I Should Have Hire You Guys The First Time, Hundreds of Times I Then Agreed To Letting That Logo On My Truck,Now On The Other Trucks .In Short We Have Plenty Of References That In Itself Says Everything !

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Carthage, 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 Carthage, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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