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Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"CT basement did a phenomenal job finishing our basement and we could not be happier with the results. They made every step of the process from design to the finished project simple and straightforward, everybody was easy to work with and made our opinions and needs the top priority and they were able to perfectly translate our vision into the final product. This was a fairly large project involving finishing 1200sq ft with an office, gym and full bathroom and their experience and expertise was obvious. They definitely understand the specific needs of a basement while making it look like any other room in the house. We would use them again in a second, we’ve even been joking about tearing down the rest of the house and just living in the basement!"
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Dynamic Basements Plus
5.0(
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Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had been planning a basement remodel for almost ten years. Our basement was a large, cold, and dim space that, in our minds, was underutilized square footage in our 1950s ranch. After looking through past work and meeting Chris in person, we entrusted Dynamic Basements Plus to bring our dream basement plan to life. Chris and his crew worked with us throughout the process to make optimal design and layout decisions, make crucial choices for electrical and plumbing, navigate the inspections and give us as much basement as we could get for our budget. We were impressed with Chris's attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond to make things right. While we did go a little over budget, the choices we made improved the original plan and were lifestyle design decisions. Basement remodels are no short-term project. Over the several months and different phases, Chris's crew was polite, on-time, and maintained a clean environment. My son even grew a fondness for Chris, giving him hugs when he'd arrive and missing him when the project was complete. We are thrilled with our new basement. We now have a warm, cozy, and well-lit place to work and relax and the kids have a space all their own to play. It's almost like having a new house. We enthusiastically recommend Dynamic Basements Plus."
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Response time1 day
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Clairmont Remodeling
4.1(
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Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kitchen remodel. Highly professional excellent customer service. Quality of work performed by every crew member was excellent. Crew members were very friendly, helpful and respectful. Completed the job on the timeline given and made aware of any unexpected costs. . Very pleased with the final result. Would hire again for future projects."
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Plow and Property Projects LLC
5.0(
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Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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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 !!"
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Response time7 hrs
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Plow and Property Projects, LLC
4.3(
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Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Plow and Property has completed several projects for us on a very old and neglected rental property and we are so glad we found them. The first job was a vacant house clean out. The house was left in truly appalling condition. The cleaning crew worked and worked and worked so hard and so long I was telling them to stop. They made a filthy house fresh and pleasant again. I would not have thought it could be restored to such a fresh condition. The next job was replacing the old casement windows which were rotted wood frames in crumbly 1950â s cement. They not only repaired the window foundation area but other foundation ugly spots as well and put in beautiful new sturdy basement sliding windows. They also re-dug and replaced the adjoining window wells which were undoubtedly the original wells and were falling apart. Regraded the foundation area around the wells and reseeded without being asked. While they were in the basement doing the windows they cleaned a bunch of that up too so itâ s no longer a horror movie waiting to be filmed down there. Everything they did was simply above and beyond. Wesley Vercosa has returned my many questions and concerns with lots of information and smiles, bless him. My retired husband worked in construction for many years and he is happy and impressed with the work. We are planning more work with them already."
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
J & P Restoration
4.2(
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Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

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"Due to Bat issue I needed to have a kitchen door installed to seal off basement. I called J&P Restoration. John called me back shortly. He said he could get door and install it at an agreed upon date. John called day of service to say they were coming. He came with his repair staff (Bill and Peter) on time and they installed the door. John went to extra effort to get us a door with window panes. Door looks great. They exceeded my expectations as I knew they would. They had remodeled our bathroom prior and did an excelkent job. The thing I like about John is that he listens to his customers needs then brings in his expertise to create a great solution."
Response time3 days
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Mark's Painting and Home Improvements LLC
4.7(
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Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark and his crew remodeled my bathroom.Mark is a true gentleman courteous and very professional.The job they did was beyond words they showed up early each morning and performed their craft .They exceeded my expectations as well as being very reasonable.Mark always asked for feedback and told me what he was doing I am keeping his phone number in my contacts for any future jobs"
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Better Built Basements, LLC
3.9(
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Serving East Haven, CT and surrounding areas

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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."
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in East Haven, 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 East Haven, CT homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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