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Avatar for SILMAC Construction Inc.
SILMAC Construction Inc.
4.8(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Silmac construction to remodel my basement. They put in a three-quarter bath, kitchenette, and finished the rest of the basement. This included cutting foundation for full size windows, putting in a new zone for heating and cooling system, and all the plumbing and electrical work needed. They were very professional and did an excellent job. I have gotten many compliments on our basement and I will hire them again to do work on my house."
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+11

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Crystal Renovations LLC
4.9(
64
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pedro is the best. Great price, finished on time and on budget. I would recommend him without hesitation. He finished my basement in record time and the quality of the finishing was top-notch. He's also an incredibly nice person to deal with."
Remodeling - General Project
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+10

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
222
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When we started our plan of remodeling, the first thing we did was the complete roof replacement including kitchen vent & duct pipe installation to the roof, and new installation of attic ventilation. MMP did not only completed it just as agreed but also very efficiently. The crews were friendly, professional, and careful. The jobs were carefully managed and implemented effectively. I was impressed by Matt, who is the manager, and he does an outstanding job in managing the crews and the progress of the situation, and the communication was clear and always to the point. We then moved to initiate a search for a contractor of two bathrooms remodeling after completing the roof and attic vent, MMP was one of the many candidates. Matt has had not only the best idea and proposals but also shown an impressive & professional sense of evaluating the project accurately, including the possible structural modification as well as a competitive estimate of the cost of the build. His proposal included a rebuild of a wall of the bathroom to expand another one adjacent to it. Matt accepted to use my schematic design image (made with a software tool) and a spreadsheet list of the fixtures that I created - as many as fifty items including TOTO, Grohe, American Standard, Panasonic, and IKEA - to start the job (later changed some of them due to local plumbing code compliance) After beginning the bathroom remodel project, Matt shared what jobs will be done with us timely and efficiently via text so that we feel comfortable enough in knowing what is going on while living in the house of dust & noise from remodeling. The crews, Zen and Mark, were very courteous, extensively experienced, reliable, and friendly with excellent communication, sometimes with songs of 80s rock music. They ask me when more precise specifications are needed and notified me when they feel advance notifications are required. When a change is necessary due to inspection, they informed me and clarified what and why. I have never felt uncomfortable in living together with the remodel job which has lasted over four months. The completed two bathrooms were stunning, just as I imagined. Matt, Zen, and Mark have proved their strong & thoughtful expertise and lived up with my request patiently until completion. Great job. A home remodeling project cannot be successful without having a trusted partner, and my experience with MMP has led me to be glad to share my confidence that MMP has a credential to become your reliable partner to manage a construction project together."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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ABALIA Construction, LLC
4.9(
35
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Khaled did a major renovation for our property, including kitchen, bathroom, basement, living room and deck. The house needed upgrading of heating system, electrical and plumbing. Khaled came highly recommended from our realtor who said that he did excellent work for her. From the moment we meet Khaled it was apparent he knew his stuff. He walked through the house examining the structure and construction, pointing out defects, areas of improvements, and possible approaches. When we started the actual demo and rebuilding, his crew was diligent and very capable. Khaled takes pride in his work and is honest and reasonable and I suggest asking for his input as he always has good ideas and vision. In this age of cost cutting, sloppy workmanship, and lack of integrity, Khaled stands out as an honest contractor who cares about his work. He doesnâ t cut corners and is through and careful. His crew is also trustworthy and hardworking. Bonus points to Khaled also for being funny, smart and charismatic. Yeah this is a paean of praise but in this case well warranted. Five stars for this excellent contractor."
Bathroom Remodel
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+71

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Discovery Home Improvement
4.5(
112
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jay worked with me on the costs per room on the request for proposal broken down by my Must Haves, Should Haves, and Nice to haves. Of painters who gave me quotes, his was broken down correctly. After the job, the quality was great and the cost was reasonable. I have also hired his team to do my gutters and other handy work. I would highly recommend meeting and getting quotes. They do everything and extremely friendly"
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+44

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Five Stars Remodeling
4.7(
9
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Attention to detail is paramount to Five Stars Remodeling. My wife and I had specific plans and this company was able to deliver the plan beyond our expectations."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
QualityBuilt Construction, Inc.
5.0(
15
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Charlestown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"I could not be more pleased with Quality Built Construction. Having never completed a home project in our new home, we were nervous to begin several projects (complete remodel of bathroom, closet remodel and hallway flooring) at once. However, we were pleasantly surprised by how seamless the planning and remodels were. From the beginning, Pasha responded to all of our many e-mails and questions promptly and in a detailed manner. He met with us several times prior to beginning our project to review and ensure that each detail was accounted for. Additionally, Pasha provided us with many ideas to improve our projects and look and function of our home. Once the work began, we were extremely impressed with Pasha's cleanliness--we were not at all impacted by the work that was taking place; our home was dust-free and vacuumed thoroughly after each day of work. Not only was Pasha professional, but he was thorough, understanding, and very patient with us as we made some last minute changes. Pasha's ideas ended up being perfect for us, as we never would have thought to do some of these things since we are unaware of various construction options and this was all completely new territory for us. Lastly, Pasha was always punctual and focused on our home project until full completion, and even checked in with us afterwards to ensure we were satisfied. We could not be happier with the outcome, and are excited to have Pasha come back for all of our other projects!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Charlestown, MA

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 Charlestown, MA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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