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American Home Remodeling Inc
4.4(
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Serving Garfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I've used AHR twice now, once for a basement remodel and more recently for repairs to my house after a vehicle crashed into it. Nick Fiore and the AHR team were great both times and the price was reasonable."
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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Garden State Home Remodeling
4.8(
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Serving Garfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Garden State Home Remodeling did a fabulous job, the house looks gorgeous! The work was expedited quickly, and the money spent was well worth it. Staff was professional and considerate."
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+6

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CHARLY'S PAVING & SEALCOATING LLC
4.8(
16
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Serving Garfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with Charles Renovations. We dealt with Angel, who was professional and prompt and honest from start to finish. We are very satisfied with the work done on our basement refinish/remodel. Great communication and great workmanship. I recommend Charles and would use them again."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundworks
4.6(
307
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Serving Garfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have a 72 year old house that has always had a wet moldy basement. Now I have a beautiful dry clean basement thanks to select basements waterproofing. They did an excellent job and were very neat and careful I highly recommend them to anybody that is thinking of having this type of work done"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Foundation

+15

Response time1 day
348 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Ernest & Sons General Contractors
4.1(
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Serving Garfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Customers say: Quality work

Ernest & Sons General Contractors and Landscaping Design\nWe meet all of your residential needs.\n* Landscape\n* Hardscape\n* Shrubs\n* Mulching\n* Planting\n* Top Soil\n* Sod\n* Shrub Removal\n* Spring Clean Up\n* Driveways\n* Pavers\n* Patios\n* Steps\n* Curves\n* Retaining Walls\n* Seal Coating\nWe have over ten years in business and landscape design.\nWe provide experienced quality work at reasonable rates.\nTell us what you have in mind and we will build it for you and your family.\nCall Us!

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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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The Start Point Home Improvements, Inc.
4.6(
29
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Serving Garfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jorge was a lifesaver. He came to fix my basement tile which had been previously laid by an amateur. He did whatever I asked and was prompt, courteous and efficient. He is definitely a keeper."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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LR Remodeling, LLC
4.6(
7
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Serving Garfield, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had our kitchen remodeled by LR Remodeling, and we couldnâ t be happier with the results! Luis was professional and communicated with us throughout the entire process. Our kitchen not looks stunning. We highly recommend LR Remodeling LLC for anyone looking to transform their home with high-quality work!"
Bathroom
2
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Closrt
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+18

Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Garfield, NJ

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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