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Avatar for Pickford Contracting Services, Inc.
Pickford Contracting Services, Inc.
4.8(
98
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarkstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt and Donna are the best. Both of them are very professional and I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a contractor. They turned my basement from hell to heaven. I will definitely be using them for any remodeling I need to be done. I have nothing but good words for these two and their team. If anyone is looking for a contractor pick Pickford. I promise you won't be disappointed."
building new structure
Original door to be replaced
Shed rebuild
Structure and footing deterioration
Demo

+514

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sam The Man Home Solutions, LLC
Sam The Man Home Solutions, LLC
4.7(
42
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarkstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sam the Man did several remodels in my home. I had 2 bathrooms, a full kitchen ( with a wall that was removed) and the basement. Every room was brought down to the studs. Sam is very neat, clean and knew exactly what look I was trying to achieve. He even helped me pick out the kitchen cabinets. Sam goes above and beyond my expectations. 5 stars is just not enough."
TV Wall mount
TV Wall mount
Drywall Repair
Drywall Repair
Drywall Repair

+130

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for E-G Works, LLC
E-G Works, LLC
5.0(
16
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarkstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Edgar G. of E-G Works LLC did a *great* job on our basement including removing water-damaged paneling & replacing by drywall, fixing some wood trim, and painting everything. He was very responsive and if we wanted something done differently he would do it. The price was much less than another contractor's quote. He was able to start right away and got it done quickly and we are very happy with the results. We are hiring him for another project, replacing our front door and repairing its frame. We highly recommend E-G Works of Katonah, NY."
Old Deck
Old deck
Old deck
Dorothea M (Deck Project)
Dorothea M (Deck Project)

+65

Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by31%of homeowners
Avatar for Big Mike's Painting, Inc.
Big Mike's Painting, Inc.
4.6(
21
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarkstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We used Big Mike to do several painting projects to get our house ready for sale. Project included spray prepping smand spray painting my office, painting our garage, bedrooms, our utility room, 2 bedrooms, dormers (including replacing rotting wood), front entryway, cabana doors and our fence. We also used them to repair a window and to remove algae from several areas on our roof. Mike and his team are hard working, reliable and his pricing is very reasonable. I’d highly recommend him and his crew."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Vision Home Innovation, LLC
5.0(
6
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarkstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I heartily recommend Vision Home Innovation for any and all remodeling work. They completed a major interior renovation to my 65 year old home and did an amazing job at an exceptionally reasonable price. An added bonus was that I feel/felt as if I had the work done by close friends! Skender and his team are wonderful!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for RWS Homes, LLC
RWS Homes, LLC
3.2(
64
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarkstown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful experience with Rob and his crew. We have gone through construction before, and nothing compares to RWS. Excellent work, attention to the little details was so impressive. The crew becomes your friends, you can trust them 1000%. We are over the moon with the results. Better than I could ever have imagined and I had a specific vision."
 RWS Kitchen Remodel
Basement Home Theater
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Basement Apartment

+43

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Clarkstown, 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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