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Basic Basement Co
4.8(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Basic Bassments did a wonderful job in waterproofing and remodeling our basement. Everyone I dealt with was courteous and very professional. The workmanship was really good…township inspectors commented on good the electrical and plumbing work looked. Basic Basements was always on time and cleaned up after themselves. I highly recommend Basic Basements and would definitely use them again."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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BAS Construction
5.0(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went perfectly! We hired BAS to do a full remodel of our unfinished basement, and they did an amazing job. The results were beautiful, and they were pleasant and easy to work with along the way. They gave great advice during the intial estimate and planning, seamlessly took care of the permitting, and executed the construction flawlessly and on schedule. They will be our first call for any future renovation projects! Highly recommended"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
4.5(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

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Warranties offered

"We love our basement remodel. Peter, Alex and his team were here when they said theyâ d be here, completed the job as described, and kept us updated along the way. The basement now looks and feels clean and bright. The additional space doesnâ t feel like a basement at all and is enjoyed by the whole family. We highly recommend Lux Renovations."
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
253 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dynamic Design & Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The team at Dynamic Design & Remodeling were superb. I hired them to do our basement and could not be happier with the result. Great craftsmanship, on budget, and on time. I'll definitely be using Justin and team for our next renovation."
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+25

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
The Better Basement Company
4.3(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"We just had our basement finished. Not re-finished but finished for the first time. The house was built in 1924 with a dirt floor in the basement and low hanging pipes, overall a very challenging job. We wanted to turn it to a family room with a full bath, laundry room, closets, etc. Joe's guys (Chico and Javier) did a fantastic job. They are knowledgeable, thorough, thoughtful, and creative. We would recommend them to anyone without hesitation."
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+13

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CSZ Construction
4.6(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

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"My parents and I live in a old brick apartment building in Hoboken that is from the 1880s. The bathroom in our apartment had not been updated since the 1940s. We needed help ASAP. We checked out Cesar s page and wanted to hire him immediately. The reviews speak for themselves. When he came into our apartment to give us a quote we knew that this was contractor we needed to get the job done. Cesar is affordable, friendly, and very accommodating to any issues or concerns you have before starting the project. Two massive issues with our project were that my dad has spinal & walking issues, so we needed the floors clear of all tools and materials at the end of the each day so that father could walk efficiently through the apartment. The other big issue was that we only have 1 bathroom, so Cesar agreed to work with us on pulling the toilet off and on as every day finished so that we did not have to leave our building to use the toilet. Him and his crew are the best and take pride in their work so that owner is happy with the final result. We brought the bathroom down to the bare bones and rebuilt it back up. I worked with him every step of the way to make sure that he needed all materials to get the job done in the time we needed. This project was an intense remodel with some of the hardest demo and substrate materials that an old bathroom can have. He didn t think anything of it. He has veteran experience in the field and this remodel only took 3 weeks. We are very impressed with Cesar s craftsmanship and professionalism and we will be hiring him again for any future interior projects."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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American Home Remodeling Inc
4.4(
651
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

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Warranties offered

"American home remodeling did my bathroom. The job went very smooth. Everything was organized and the schedule was kept. The team was professional and courteous. I will definitely use them on the next bathroom."
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12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Garden State Home Remodeling
4.8(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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"If I could give them 10 stars I would. I had Garden State Home Remodeling come to pave my old torn up driveway and yard space and replace with asphalt. This was my first major home project and I was really nervous. Kelvin walked me thru the entire process from beginning to end. Kelvin was so professional and answered every question I had. Everything I asked for was done over and beyond. The crew did an excellent job on my driveway/yard. I’m more than happy and will use their services again!"
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Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DMR Millwork
5.0(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

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"A+++ We hired DMR Millwork for a complete kitchen/laundry remodel and couldnâ t be happier with the results. They provide high quality work - very detail oriented, clean, timely and courteous while providing updated timelines throughout the project. We changed plans several times during the project (mostly adding features) and Dave was very flexible and supportive. Communication was excellent throughout. Highly recommend!!"
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+134

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CHARLY'S PAVING & SEALCOATING LLC
4.8(
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Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with Charles Renovations. We dealt with Angel, who was professional and prompt and honest from start to finish. We are very satisfied with the work done on our basement refinish/remodel. Great communication and great workmanship. I recommend Charles and would use them again."
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Response time1 day
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Clifton, NJ

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 Clifton, NJ homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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