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Plow and Property Projects LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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 !!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Framing Project

+68

Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Whitcomb and Holmes Company
5.0(
12
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chad and Joe at Whitcomb & Holmes were so great to work with!! We couldn’t recommend them highly enough if you’re looking for someone to remodel your space. From our first conversation with them, we knew that we could trust them to get the job done in our exact vision. They helped us to work within our budget and provided valuable insights and recommendations based on their experience. We’re thrilled with how it’s come out and won’t hesitate to use them for future home projects!"
Quartz countertop
Farm sink
Custom black walnut vanity in 1/2 bath
New lighting fixtures and ceiling fan along with appliances. LVT for flooring.
New trim to accentuate the walls and new AV boxes to hide cords.

+27

Response time4 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
50
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clinton Ashe of TimberWolf Contracting was immediately responsive to my initial email and provided a prompt and detailed estimate for repairs. We live in Italy currently and have renters in our home in CT and he worked with them to accommodate their schedule. His expertise and skills are appreciated by our family as well as the renters in the home. He provided regular updates and suggested items that needed repair which was very welcome as our distance from the project limits our ability to know the state of the home. I have recommended him and will continue to recommend and utilize his services for any future projects with the home. It is a special kind of relief to have found a skilled craftsman who so painstakingly coordinates with his clients and I feel so grateful to have found him."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+16

Response time6 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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CT Home Improvement LLC
4.9(
38
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andy came the next day after we called him and gave us a very reasonable estimate for the painting of our kitchen, dining room/living room, as well as making a repair to the ceiling and painting the entire ceiling into the hallway. He and his crew knocked it out in three-and-a-half days. His crew was very neat and always cleaned up. Andy also carted all his garbage at the end of the job. CT Home Improvement are friendly, reliable and trustworthy. I recommend them."
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation

+53

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Masters Home Improvement
4.9(
55
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and responsive and accommodating to my other contractors that finished a bonus room in my home. Kenny and his team assisted in solutions to some issues that were encountered during the buildout. Very pleased with the results as this project was most unusual with all of the angles and peaks they had to deal with. Would hire again if needed."
Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Clairmont Remodeling
4.9(
24
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.
4.8(
35
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"the product was excellently done. I am a contractor and I needed the job done quickly to get it on the market. they finished it in one day and left the cellar cleaner than when they came.arrtco llc James stablein project manager t t"
Finished basement in CT
Basement Finishing in CT
Basement Finishing in CT
Basement Finishing in CT
Basement Finishing in CT

+13

Response time10 hrs
150 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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M Adorno, LLC
4.8(
28
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and his team are our go-to for all house projects, including electrical, bathroom remodeling, skylight installation, kitchen island design, painting - they do it all. Mike is very responsive, and overall communication is excellent, highly recommend."
Shorline Bath
Shorline Bath
Shorline Bath
Shorline Bath
Shorline Bath

+2

Response time10 hrs
83 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Drake Building and Remodeling, LLC
4.8(
16
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are thrilled with the bathrooms that David remodeled for us. David is a craftsman in the truest sense if the word. Extensive remodeling work was completed on schedule. David is a man of honesty and integrity. We highly recommend Drake Remodeling. Great job, David. Thank you again. Jack & Eileen Catalano, Killingworth, CT."
New kitchen
Kitchen install
Cedar deck
Bathroom addition
Oak bookcase

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Essex, 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 Essex, CT homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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