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Belinquete
5.00(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2020

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"David and his crew were on time , professional, and affordable. The work was beautiful and they cleaned up beyond my expectations. I would definitely hire them again!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Danny Construction
4.92(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2020

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"Danny and his team were very professional, on time, communicative, her;pful with suggestions, and overall did a great job replacing our exterior door and storm door. H e even has put in a mail slot in the exterior door for me , which came out beautifully. They are experts at what they do, and meticulous with attention to detail. I would recommend this company highly for anyone that needs doors and /or any construction projects done. Definitely a 5 star company. "
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
Lemesos, Inc.
5.00(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2000

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"Theo is absolutely wonderful to work with. He's an old school man of his word, as well as a talented contractor. His guys are skilled and fast. Very good carpentry, plumbing and electrical. He first finished our dank basement and turned it into a beautiful space, then moved on to gutting our kitchen and other upstairs details. Highly highly recommended. Besides being timely and competent, he quickly addressed issues that arose - a shower floor than needed to be pitched correctly, and some areas around a window they put in. We are continuing to ask Theo to work on projects at our businesses and will contact him in the future for any more home renovation we have."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Egnatia Construction
4.48(
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In business since 2009

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"It was refreshing to work with Jimmy and his crew. They created a plan, had creative suggestions, did exceptional work and finished the job on time and on budget. I recommend them highly!"
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Exterior Team Home Services, Inc.
4.95(
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In business since 2016

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Warranties offered

"Ronald and his Team did an excellent job for a very good price. Very professional. Pointed out some things that needed attention and then took care of it. The workmanship and customer service is better than any other craftman I have ever hired. I will keep Exterior Team Home Service number available to recommend to anyone that asks if "I know someone who...." I trust Exterior Team Home and will use them in the future."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Basic Basement Co
4.83(
320
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

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Warranties offered

"Absolutely amazing experience. SO EFFICIENT, always on time, GREAT value, unbelievable communication, and tremendous transparency. The contractors were so GREAT at what they do, and were clean and always on time. No hidden costs or expense (which you deal with with MOST contractors). This is not the best contracting company I have worked with, this is the BEST COMPANY I have ever worked with."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in East Elmhurst, 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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