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Kevin Babcock General Contracting
4.9(
49
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Basement - Remodel

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
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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V & S Home Improvement, LLC
4.9(
61
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"V&S did a fantastic job on our kitchen and bathroom remodel! From the beginning, they supported thoughtful design and recommended high quality materials. They worked quickly and always kept our space clean. They went above and beyond to create a functional space, recommending solutions I would not have originally thought of. For a full kitchen and bath remodel the total timespan was about one month, which was faster than I ever expected, and with no short cuts on quality. I highly recommend V&S for any home renovation project."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Deck Rebuild
Deck Rebuild
Repaint Stucco and Trim

+25

Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nu-Line Home Improvements
5.0(
96
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our roof was a difficult roof. A Cape Cod with dormers. Tom is a perfectionist. He treated our roof as his own. He did a wonderful job. I would hire him in a minute to do anyother jobs that may come up."
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decks
decks

+14

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BVK Inc.
5.0(
12
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Basement - Remodel

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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
JLR Construction
4.8(
18
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Thanks to his expertise in carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and installation, Joe Rossi corrected a botched kitchen installation of another contractor. He also installed a new tile bathroom - shower - vanity - toilet, making the most of a small space. He also intalled a new water heater and washer/dryer unit, as well a wall-mounted heater/AC. In another house adjacent, Joe Rossi removed a crumbling stone porch and replaced it with a new stone porch/ steps, with a sturdy metal railing around, getting my property more curb cred. For each project, Joe Rossi gave his full attention to all details in a timely and professional manner. He kept me updated about each project and explained what needed to be done and how."
Siding prep
Siding finished
Prep work
Finished wall
Front Porch

+8

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C&O PrimeBuild LLC
5.0(
8
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Highland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"C&O was pretty efficient . Andrew and his team was always on time and communication was always there. They worked in a few rooms in my house including my kitchen.Prices were affordable. And everything was explained in detail. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to renovate their home."
Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen
Before
Porch

+5

6 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.

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