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Kevin Babcock General Contracting
4.9(
49
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Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Kevin to remodel our two car garage into an extra room, along with building a laundry room along with plumbing, hallway, replacing garage door with a new wall/siding, new windows etc. Kevin Babcock and his team have been an absolute pleasure to work with. They are responsive to the needs of the homeowner, readily available throughout the entire project and amazing to work with. Kevin ensures his clients are constantly kept in-the-know about the progress and openly accepts feedback and ideas. He not only was attentive and accountable but his team does impeccable work that left us with a life changing home remodeling to accommodate our growing family. I would recommend Kevin to anyone for his skill, expertise and integrity and will continue to hire him for future projects of our own."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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V & S Home Improvement, LLC
4.9(
56
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Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend V&S for any job you have around your home. They did an outstanding job with our kitchen remodel. They walked us through all of the steps and options for the job. Stefan understood our style and helped us design everything. They worked efficiently and the job was done quickly with high quality to detail. We will be calling them for any future projects we have. In addition to being talented and hardworking they are over all nice people to work with."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Deck Rebuild
Deck Rebuild
Repaint Stucco and Trim

+25

Response time10 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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AMV Interiors and Construction Inc
4.7(
82
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Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Aleks and his team were fantastic! They helped us gut renovate our kitchen including tiling the floor, replacing a door and window, new electrical wiring, new plumbing, installing a range hood, removal of a load-bearing wall and installation of a post and beam in its place. The crew were great to work with - very pleasant and best of all - highly skilled with a rare and much appreciated attention to detail and craftsmanship. There was excellent communication and consultation throughout the process. They cleaned up thoroughly at the end of each day (which was important as we were living amidst the construction). We are thrilled with the final work done and would highly recommend them to others."
Exterior
Whole House Renovation
Whole House Renovation
Whole House Renovation
Whole House Renovation

+192

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BVK Inc.
5.0(
11
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Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A master builder with broad array of knowledge. Articulate. Willing to discuss decisions. Seeks simpler, money saving solutions. Ingenuity was impressive. He follows through and sticks to his word. If he misjudges and the job entails extra time or materials, he does not change his fee. He also has accumulated wonderful sources of material, needed in my project. Bryan is very honest and merits trust"
Spec Build 2007
Spec Build 2003
Tiny House 2021
Benecke ADA ramp
Tiny House Ceiling

+21

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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The Basement Transformer
3.3(
8
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Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

The Basement Transformer is proud to provide innovative basement waterproofing, basement finishing, crawl space, and foundation repair services to improve the comfort and safety of your home. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Basement Transformation
Unfinished Basement
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Russell Mottsey Construction LLC
4.4(
8
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Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Russell Mottsey Construction L.L.C is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\nHandyman work ,painting, bathroom renovation kitchen renovation

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+35

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Highland, 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 Highland, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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