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Home Renovations
4.7(
47
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Serving Fairport, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carl did a great job from the start. He came over to my house, he presented his work credenrials and showed me some samples of his work. He made me feel comfortable the whole way and felt no pressure at all which was the primary reason I hired him. Carls team also scheduled the Job within the following week and finished in just 2 days which is huge because being without a shower is tough. Carl did great work and was envolved the whole way. From picking the design to even getting right to work along side his team. He even has a person that cleans right behind the crew. I would recommend him to anyone looking for quality work and at a fair price. "
Bathroom Remodel
Replaced and rebuilt a new shower and shower door with custom tile.
house flip
Floor installation
Bathroom Remodel

+54

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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HAWKEYEZ CONSTRUCTION INTERIOR/EXTERIOR INC.
5.0(
13
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Serving Fairport, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the best luck, that Hawkeyez Construction worked on a neighbors house, and so I got connected to them for my own home remodeling. They did an amazing and thoughtful job remodeling a very aged bathroom that had been put in my walkout basement by handyman types in the 80's. The plumbing and electrical and framing were wrong, and there were leaks, and it was just terrible. I now have a beautiful full bath with all of the issues fixed and Carl and his team of electricians, painters, tilers and other professionals was top notch. Thanks to Carl. his son, Justin for tiling, the Enriques' for painting and a host of other very skilled professionals, my basement bath and painting projects and other baths around my place are done, and I can look around and be amazed by how wonderful everything looks now!!"
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition

+107

Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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JL General Contracting, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Fairport, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"JL Contracting was absolutely fantastic to work with during our basement remodel and was able to complete all aspects. Plumbing/Electrical/duct work/drywall/painting/etc ! The attention to detail, constant communication along the way, and the overall quality of the work was amazing. Josh was committed to completing the work within our timeline and put in long hours to do so. In addition, Josh is just a great person and prides himself on his work and the satisfaction of the customer is his top priority! Highly recommend him."
Garage/Addition
Garage/Addition
Garage/Addition
Garage/Addition
Garage/Addition

+13

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Soltys Remodeling
5.0(
7
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Serving Fairport, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Amazing work !! Very meticulous. Jerry went the extra mile to assure perfection in every detail. I would highly recommend him and will certainly hire him again. "
Stairs Remodeling
Kitchen & Livingroom
Kitchen Remodeling
Deck Build
Shed Build

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Fairport, 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.

The Fairport, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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