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Top-Rated Basement remodelers in Essex Junction - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Fresh Start Remodeling and Repair, LLC
Fresh Start Remodeling and Repair, LLC
4.7(
14
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Essex Junction, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James and Dustin did a great job. They were here when they said they would be, good communication, very professional! Never left a mess, and very accommodating. We would definitely recommend Fresh Start Remodeling and Repair."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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JNG Building Services
4.7(
7
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Essex Junction, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent project management and result. On time, on budget completion. Neil and team really listened to execute my vision and worked in a coordinated manner to minimize disruption of home routines. Quality work. Highly recommend."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kennison Construction LLC
4.3(
23
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Essex Junction, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matthew and his crew did a great job on our project. They remodeled a bathroom and made a bedroom out of an unfinished room. The workers were knowledgeable and performed well. Matthew was extremely responsive and caring when working in my parents'home. We would definitely hire them again in the future."
Bathroom remodel
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by47%of homeowners
N. B. Construction
4.2(
9
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Essex Junction, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Nick was extremely busy but took time to come introduce himself and look at the job. He replaced some rotting boards on the house and around our woodstove pipe. He did excellent work and came when he said he would be there. I will recommend him to anyone else who is looking for a builder."
repairing rotten plywood
roof completed
smith job
smith remodel
smith remodel

+56

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Champlain Valley Builders
Champlain Valley Builders
4.5(
6
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Essex Junction, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is our summer home and I’m beyond pleased with our kitchen remodel. From the first conversation to the final walkthrough, the team treated our home like their own. They listened to what I wanted, and offered thoughtful suggestions, and delivered a finished product that exceeded my expectations! I highly recommend this company!"
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JJ's Exteriors
JJ's Exteriors
5.0(
5
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Essex Junction, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

**Please call us directly at 802-219-2316 or visit our website https://www.JJexterior.net**\n\nEnhancing Homes with 20+ Years of Skilled Craftsmanship\n\nWe are a Vermont based company. Family owned and operated, with a goal to build a company for future generations to come. We partner and support local vendors and other small businesses for all our materials, advertising, marketing and custom made products and installs. When choosing us for your next project you are not only supporting our company but many others in our state. When working with us, you get a team of professionals from Administration services keeping your job organized, to Project Management and jobsite supervisors working along side hard working professional crews from start to finish.

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James Hardie Lap Siding
James Hardie Lap Siding
James Hardie Lap Siding

+34

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Essex Junction, VT

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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