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Avatar for Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.
Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.
4.3(
223
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Serving Centerbrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent job.... Keith knew exactly what was wrong with our garage wall, he explained everything in great detail and offered us the right solution. The work was done in a timely manner. We are very pleased. Thank you CT Basement!"
Finished basement in CT
Basement Finishing in CT
Basement Finishing in CT
Basement Finishing in CT
Basement Finishing in CT

+13

Response time10 hrs
158 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Plow and Property Projects LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Centerbrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wanted to do an egress window in the basement, and as I do with all my projects I look for the person whom I could easily talk to and who is informative and with good communication. Wesley with PPP was the right fit. Competitive pricing that includes not only a good finished job, BUT also in progress photos/videos, which is used for his instagram page, and a clean worksite ! Definitely worth the call and getting an opinion or plans finished !!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Framing Project

+68

Response time7 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
55
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Serving Centerbrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clinton Ashe of TimberWolf Contracting was immediately responsive to my initial email and provided a prompt and detailed estimate for repairs. We live in Italy currently and have renters in our home in CT and he worked with them to accommodate their schedule. His expertise and skills are appreciated by our family as well as the renters in the home. He provided regular updates and suggested items that needed repair which was very welcome as our distance from the project limits our ability to know the state of the home. I have recommended him and will continue to recommend and utilize his services for any future projects with the home. It is a special kind of relief to have found a skilled craftsman who so painstakingly coordinates with his clients and I feel so grateful to have found him."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+16

Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Drake Building and Remodeling, LLC
4.8(
18
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Serving Centerbrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Drake is reliable, honest, trustworthy and a highly skilled woodworker, carpenter and general contractor. He starts the job when he says, stays with it until the project is complete and customer is satisfied. He has worked on several projects in our home and I will continue to work with him anytime we have a renovation or remodeling project. Very high quality workmanship."
New kitchen
Kitchen install
Cedar deck
Bathroom addition
Oak bookcase

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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M Adorno, LLC
4.2(
37
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Serving Centerbrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and his team are our go-to for all house projects, including electrical, bathroom remodeling, skylight installation, kitchen island design, painting - they do it all. Mike is very responsive, and overall communication is excellent, highly recommend."
Shorline Bath
Shorline Bath
Shorline Bath
Shorline Bath
Shorline Bath

+2

Response time10 hrs
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Groundworks
5.0(
7
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Serving Centerbrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Aaron Lenker add Corbin Gillichbauer of Groundworks leveled concrete walks around my corner lot in Montoursville Pa. They arrived around noon time and were finished about 5 1/2 hours later. They did their work very professionally. They did an excellent job. I would rate their work 5 of 5 stars."
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Concrete
Concrete

+16

334 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Redeemed Home Improvement
5.0(
9
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Serving Centerbrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dan and his crew were great, had a new wall built and and two bedrooms completely remodeled. Dan will work with you to make your vision come to life, while also being extremely cost effective."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Better Built Basements, LLC
3.9(
4
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Serving Centerbrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Finished 80% of basement with a new family room, a new exercise room, a new bedroom and a new full bath. They have an amazing operation. The project started and finished exactly when they said it would... and IT COST EXACTLY WHAT THEY SAID IT WOULD COST. I was amazed at their organizational skills and the project moved along like a symphony of different construction specialists coming and going. Jim (owner) told me the only way they could schedule with such precision is by having all the contractors work directly for him. He has project managers and specialists for every aspect of the job. I would HIGHLY recommend them."
Bar Area
Entertainment Area
Entertainment Area
Media Area
Entertainment Area

+3

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Centerbrook, CT

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 Centerbrook, CT homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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