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Snap Construction, Llc
4.3(
6
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When I first met with him, I learned that he lives in PA. He was 45 miles from NY, which is where my new home building project is located. He represented himself as someone very experienced and knowledgeable saying that was the go to person for several national chain stores. He made himself out to be at their disposal any time of day (24/7). He impressed me with his eagerness to please me. That was the beginning of the misrepresentation. Before he even began he had to replace all of the subcontractors. He and none of them could read blueprints. I learned that neither he nor his new group of subcontractors (friends) could read blueprints or knew how to build a house. He messed up left and right and blamed me for his incompetence. He had so far charged me $212,000 for a certain amount of work (approximately 25% of the project was completed). Without any notice, he then, walked off the job saying he would be back. I didnt see him again, until got a letter telling me that he wouldnt be back and stating I still owed him money. He wrote up his own contract in stages for me submit payments to him. He took advance payments for stages 2 and 3, although he had not done the work yet. He repeatedly made promises he didnt keep and misled me. Michael Rinebold, the Snap Construction, have left me following bankruptcy after two years of fighting them for failing to do what he said he could do. "
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Sutton Properties and Remodeling, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Sutton Properties and Remodeling LLC is a small but growing business that focuses on customer satisfaction and extreme detail in every job we take on. Our desire is to provide custom remodeling that will stand out from anything else you will find, and at the lowest possible price. Making homes look as stunning as possible is not just our job, but something we like to consider a bit of an art form. Because of our genuine enjoyment for transforming homes into works of art, we do not see the necessity to charge obscene amounts of money for our services. As we look to the future to expand and provide high quality remodeling, for the sole purpose of serving our community, would you please consider us for your next home improvement job? This will help us get one step closer to accomplishing our dream. \n

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Bathroom remodel
Kitchen remodel
Basement/laundry room
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Response time8 hrs
Hopgart Construction LLC
4.9(
15
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hopgart Construction LLC of Horseheads, NY, has produced more than 20 years of satisfied customers throughout Chemung County and surrounding communities. We are full-service general contractors specializing in concrete work, building, home improvements and home remodeling. We approach every project with a complete commitment to: Quality workmanship\nHonesty and hard work\nOld-fashioned integrity.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lord Glassworks and General Contracting
5.0(
5
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Loweth did **** of a great job. He was very professional, kept me informed of the progress, consulted me whenever decisions needed to be made, provided valuable advice, and carried out the work in the best possible way. Being a fantastic artist in another life, he had a sharp eye for detecting problems and creative ways for solving them. I found him to be extremely hardworking and he had great work ethics. The awesome part of having him do all these things was that he ended up doing far more than he had promised. I wasn't expecting all the things that he did to make my deck and porch look fantastic. In addition, he even fixed things that he saw needed small repairs without me even asking him to fix them at no extra charge. He paid attention to details and aesthetics. His work was of excellent quality. He is easily the best professional I have employed at my house. I highly recommend him. Super guy!!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dave Marion Carpentry
4.7(
10
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Serving Elmira, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Dave Marion Carpentry was estiblished in 1990. We are a member of the BBB and we were incorporated in 2008. We have 1 full time employee and 3 seasonal. We perform all phases of new construction and remodeling. We use sub-contractors when needed for electrical and plumbing. We offer 10% discount for Angie's list members. We service all of Cayuga and Tompkins counties. \n\nThe professional crew at Dave Marion Carpentry always puts the most experienced personnel at the head of every job. The customer will be informed at every phase of the project to maintain your involvement in the decision process. Your project will be completed at the highest quality and within the schedules time frame.\n\nOur proven record of performance and reliability at Dave Marion Carpentry meets the highest standards in the construction industry. In our efforts to offer the very best services to our clients, the scope and complexity of each project as well as the owner's expectations are carefully evaluated and weighed.

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Elmira, 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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