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JBK Builders

4.91(
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JBK Builders

4.91(
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Call JBK Builders for all your home remodel and siding needs. We established this company on a solid foundation of excellent customer service and quality work Call now for a free estimate!

"The owner is great to work with. Keep you updated on everything. The painter is superb and easy to get along with. They (company) go out of their way to make sure you are happy. You can't beat them, I highly recommend you call and use them."

Jim L on September 2020

Call JBK Builders for all your home remodel and siding needs. We established this company on a solid foundation of excellent customer service and quality work Call now for a free estimate!

"The owner is great to work with. Keep you updated on everything. The painter is superb and easy to get along with. They (company) go out of their way to make sure you are happy. You can't beat them, I highly recommend you call and use them."

Jim L on September 2020

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Bovt Construction

4.90(
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Bovt Construction

4.90(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Pavel and Lucas were great to work with. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and the clean up alone was worth a 5 star review. The quality of their work was first rate and we are extremely pleased with the results. This was not a big project, and we appreciated Pavel fitting us in to his very busy schedule. We highly recommend him!"

Kandace V on August 2024

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Pavel and Lucas were great to work with. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and the clean up alone was worth a 5 star review. The quality of their work was first rate and we are extremely pleased with the results. This was not a big project, and we appreciated Pavel fitting us in to his very busy schedule. We highly recommend him!"

Kandace V on August 2024

Jim Ryder Construction

5.00(
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Jim Ryder Construction

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We work extremely hard for the owner and always have the owner's best interest at heart. Our long term vision is for us to become a go to general contractor with capabilities to do multiple types of projects.

"Jim and crew were excellent from the planning stage through completion of the new addition to my house. They asked questions as they progressed, making sure everything was as we wanted it. Highly recommended!"

Nancy M on December 2025

We work extremely hard for the owner and always have the owner's best interest at heart. Our long term vision is for us to become a go to general contractor with capabilities to do multiple types of projects.

"Jim and crew were excellent from the planning stage through completion of the new addition to my house. They asked questions as they progressed, making sure everything was as we wanted it. Highly recommended!"

Nancy M on December 2025

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JF Santos Construction Inc

4.96(
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JF Santos Construction Inc

4.96(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

We are a full home renovation company of 3 professionals in business for 35 years. We have also maintained a five star rating with homeadvisor.com for the past 10 years. We offer package deals & payments by credit card or check.

"Our bathroom was at most 5 feet. After the remodel it's bigger and it looks amazing. Great job"

wayne c on August 2025

We are a full home renovation company of 3 professionals in business for 35 years. We have also maintained a five star rating with homeadvisor.com for the past 10 years. We offer package deals & payments by credit card or check.

"Our bathroom was at most 5 feet. After the remodel it's bigger and it looks amazing. Great job"

wayne c on August 2025

Freelance Construction & Concret LLC.

1.00(
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Freelance Construction & Concret LLC.

1.00(
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22 years of experience

We as a company have always kept our pricing low

We as a company have always kept our pricing low

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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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

CNY Construction Services LLC

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CNY Construction Services LLC

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We specialize in new construction, interior remodels, exterior remodels and building maintenance for retail, offices, and residential homes. Examples of work completed at these facilities include creating innovative designs, framing, drywall installation and painting, damage repair, installing or repairing windows and doors, electrical work, roofing, siding, carpeting, patios/decks and outdoor hardscaping. Saving You Time and Money We can fast track your project and offer cost-saving solutions to meet your budget goals. We encourage creating an eco-friendly and high performance building to save you money on building expenses for years to come.

We specialize in new construction, interior remodels, exterior remodels and building maintenance for retail, offices, and residential homes. Examples of work completed at these facilities include creating innovative designs, framing, drywall installation and painting, damage repair, installing or repairing windows and doors, electrical work, roofing, siding, carpeting, patios/decks and outdoor hardscaping. Saving You Time and Money We can fast track your project and offer cost-saving solutions to meet your budget goals. We encourage creating an eco-friendly and high performance building to save you money on building expenses for years to come.

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J&D Windows and Doors General Contracting, LLC.

4.97(
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J&D Windows and Doors General Contracting, LLC.

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Fully insured General Contracting company with free home estimates specializing in Windows and Doors. Our products have a life time warranty with them as well as a variety of different options to accommodate your wants, needs, and budgets! Check out our Facebook, google page, and website listed below for yourself to see that you’re in good hands with J&D! To help with your long and late work hours, we are now offering E-Quotes on all windows, sliding glass doors, and ProVia door products! Go to our website, click on E-Quotes to learn more.

"Ok so I am writing a review everywhere I can for David and crew. Basically havr been using David and J&D for every aspect of the house! Windows, Doors, Facade wall, Kitchen, Siding etc. Have yet to have any bad experience with these guys!! Wonderful, efficient, courteous, professional, and I cannot say this enough… what a crack up! Thank you so much guys for taking care of me and my winderful “new” home. It is an honor and a pleasure working with you!"

Danielle St M on September 2024

Fully insured General Contracting company with free home estimates specializing in Windows and Doors. Our products have a life time warranty with them as well as a variety of different options to accommodate your wants, needs, and budgets! Check out our Facebook, google page, and website listed below for yourself to see that you’re in good hands with J&D! To help with your long and late work hours, we are now offering E-Quotes on all windows, sliding glass doors, and ProVia door products! Go to our website, click on E-Quotes to learn more.

"Ok so I am writing a review everywhere I can for David and crew. Basically havr been using David and J&D for every aspect of the house! Windows, Doors, Facade wall, Kitchen, Siding etc. Have yet to have any bad experience with these guys!! Wonderful, efficient, courteous, professional, and I cannot say this enough… what a crack up! Thank you so much guys for taking care of me and my winderful “new” home. It is an honor and a pleasure working with you!"

Danielle St M on September 2024

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Fair Trade Carpentry LLC

4.67(
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Fair Trade Carpentry LLC

4.67(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since inception in 2001 Fair Trade Carpentry has strived for excellence in performance, perfection in craftsmanship and quality in customer service.

Since inception in 2001 Fair Trade Carpentry has strived for excellence in performance, perfection in craftsmanship and quality in customer service.

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B.R.C Remodel, Construction, & Repair

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B.R.C Remodel, Construction, & Repair

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Free onsite estimate

We offer high- quality home remodel, construction, & repair. A list of our services include but are not limited to: Home remodel, Flooring, Framing, Roofing, Painting, Decks, Sheds, & Garages, Siding, Clean outs & more! Appliance Installation

We offer high- quality home remodel, construction, & repair. A list of our services include but are not limited to: Home remodel, Flooring, Framing, Roofing, Painting, Decks, Sheds, & Garages, Siding, Clean outs & more! Appliance Installation

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

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