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Top-Rated Basement remodelers in Ellicott City - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for JD Michael Construction Inc
JD Michael Construction Inc
4.9(
59
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JD Michael did an amazing job on my bathroom remodel. It turned out beautiful and they were very professional, easy to work with, and clean. I will continue to hire them for any repairs/remodels in the future!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+13

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for David Rutch's Precision Remodeling Inc
David Rutch's Precision Remodeling Inc
4.8(
123
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Best contractors I've ever had the pleasure of working with! Showed up on time, cleaned up every day and did an excellent job on the installation of my kitchen backsplash. I would 100% recommend Precision Remodeling!"
Additions
Additions
Additions
Additions
Additions

+142

Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Top Remodeling, LLC
Top Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
67
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were thrilled with Top Remodeling basement renovation. The teams craftsmanship and commitment to perfection are commendable. Our basement is now a gem!"
New kitchen remodel
TOP REMODELING LLC
TOP REMODELING LLC
TOP REMODELING LLC
TOP REMODELING LLC

+40

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for S & J Painting & Remodeling
S & J Painting & Remodeling
4.6(
832
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you are in need of home renovations or home repairs, S&J Remodeling is an AWESOME company to call on. We are extremely satisfied with their work! Following a hot water heater blowout that resulted in six plus hours of continuously running water, and knee-high water damage in our basement, we were in need of major repairs; S&J Remodeling best fit our request for proposal requirements, of which included basement remodeling, kitchen repairs, and interior / exterior painting and patching. S&J Remodeling’s pricing was competitive, and winning consecutive “Angi Super Service” accolades for 15 years running was definitely a plus!!! Their customer service and genuine friendliness is praiseworthy, certainly a quality seldom found. Stacey and Jerry’s program coordination, task execution management, responsiveness, and professionalism were instrumental in ensuring effective communication with Oscar, the on-site supervisor and myself. Their efforts led to well-scheduled and well-done task execution, allowing my wife to fulfill her 9-5 job responsibilities, and my family to maintain a high-level of comfort throughout the renovation and repair process. I will definitely call upon S&J Remodeling for any future home renovation or repairs. I recommend that you do the same!"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+53

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for DreamSpace Remodeling LLC
DreamSpace Remodeling LLC
4.9(
27
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job, my living room, dining room, kitchen & hallway look wonderful, Parviz & crew protected my furniture & floors, repaired the damage where a bannister used to be also some water damage on the ceiling. My neighbors are very impressed as am I. Will definitely use again."
Commercial Painting
Commercial Painting
Commercial Painting
Commercial Painting
Commercial Painting

+78

Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for AES Builder & Home Improvements
AES Builder & Home Improvements
4.4(
309
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After seeking an initial estimate with a competitor, my wife and I asked AES to perform an estimate for a master bathroom remodel project. David Hill was assigned to our project as the lead sales representative. David met with us and quickly submitted a fair proposal (not to mention SIGNIFICANTLY lower in price than our initial estimate) to us to perform the work we were seeking in our remodel. As new customers we were pleased with the process and with the responsiveness of David throughout the project. AES uses an app, Co-Construct, which allows for transparency of the project details. It also allowed us to see status updates throughout each part of the remodel as pictures were frequently taken to demonstrate the progress of the work. Speaking to the work itself we were very pleased with the craftsmanship of our contractors, Matt and Kurt. They were very diligent and meticulous and did an excellent job, especially with the tile work involved. There were a few hiccups along the way (as with any remodel) and Matt and Kurt were very receptive and flexible in fixing the issues quickly and to our needs. In all the project took about 3.5 weeks and my wife and I are very happy with our new bathroom! We want to thank AES and all of the associates with whom we had the pleasure of working. We would definitely consider hiring AES for future home projects!"
Basement Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Basement Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+57

39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Reliable Property Solutions, LLC
5.0(
9
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This company is top notch. They were hired for multiple projects in my home and their customer service, knowledge, honesty, attention to detail, reliability and cost are great! I have recommended them to others who have hired them and recommended them to others as well. You will not be disappointed. We plan to use them in the future for further remodeling of our home."
Modern Home Remodel
Modern Home Remodel
Modern Home Remodel
Modern Home Remodel
Modern Home Remodel

+48

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Dewar General Contracting
Dewar General Contracting
5.0(
20
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"While we have not done the project the team was helpful with getting things sorted out until we are ready to pull the trigger. Mike Walsh was particularly helpful and responsive. When we do the basement we will reach out to Dewar again to actually perform the work."
131 E. North Ave - Mixed use building construction
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+158

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Avatar for Elohim Construction, LLC
Elohim Construction, LLC
4.6(
48
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have known Elohim for about 12 years. A friend of mine gave me his name when he rehabbed her investment property. At the time he installed a new kitchen, two new bathrooms, hardwood floors and painted the whole house on the inside. She was so happy so happy with his work and he charged her less than the original, formal agreement. Soon after that I needed to install a bathroom in a large room in my home. Elohim went to work on it. It took him about a week to complete the bathroom installation. I use the place as a guest room to this day. Last summer my room was leaking. Elohim and his crew replaced the old shingles and cleaned everything up. It took them a day to do it. Last fall one of my tenants in Hanover,MD passed away. They lived in the townhouse for 15 years. Elohim and his crew cleaned everything up, installed hardwood floors, painted the place, installed a deck. I rented the place to new tenants in about 3 weeks. Elohim is a very skilled electrician and plumber. The person who would engage him would be very fortunate."
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+26

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Ellicott City, MD

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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