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Avatar for Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.
Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.
4.3(
397
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very well done job! Service technicians were knowledgeable and professional, thorough and efficient, kind and polite. I highly recommend the company for basement service."
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35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Nova VC Construction & Cleaning
Nova VC Construction & Cleaning
4.8(
56
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Response to my query was immediate. Husband and wife team, Gisele and Amir, came out to the house and wrote down all the things I needed done around the house. The jobs were many and varied and ranged from replacing basement windows, to creating backing for my lower kitchen Lazy Susans (so things don't fall off in oblivion), to staining a deck railing, to repainting basement and outside concrete walls, to reglazing and caulking windows, to creating a trap door for the plumbing, to sealing off/covering some dangling electrical wires, to patching a hole in an inside wall, and more. I got a full 4-page written quote ahead of time and was satisfied with it so I had them begin work right away. I left the house for a few days to go on a business trip and when I came back ALL of it was done and everything was cleaned up. There was only 1 thing that needed a bit more work and Amir came back and did this as soon as we could get it arranged. I liked their work ethic and professionalism so much that I have hired Gisele and her cleaning company to do my monthly housecleaning. We've had one cleaning so far and it was done well. Gisele speaks both English and Portuguese and will do translating when necessary for Amir and her cleaning staff. I am having fun learning some Portuguese words, too! They are delightful, easy to correspond with, up-to-date with technology (you can text and Venmo them), and I will continue to use their services."
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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Plow and Property Projects, LLC
Plow and Property Projects, LLC
4.3(
84
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called them and left a message about what I needed done. I received a call from them the same day. They were Abel to come the second day. The job of installing a gable vent on my house was done in less than 2 hours. I will definitely use them for my next project."
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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TimberWolf Contracting LLC.
4.2(
55
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’m very pleased with the service and work I received from Timber Wolf contractors and his crew. He contacted me and arranged a time to look at the work I needed done. He promptly sent me a quote. He set up a time between our schedules to build my spiral staircase and replace a window with a vent. He arrived on time and completed the job beyond my satisfacon. I was so pleased with the results and communication I received, that I hired them to come to my other home to install "Flooring for my sunroom, pantry and hallway. They also painted trim and upgraded my hardware on my kitchen cabinets. I felt very comfortable with Timber and left him a key so I could go to work. I highly recommend Timber Wolf contractors for your home projects, they are professional, polite and hardworking. Respectfully, A. Saint"
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Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Clairmont Remodeling
4.1(
35
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kitchen remodel. Highly professional excellent customer service. Quality of work performed by every crew member was excellent. Crew members were very friendly, helpful and respectful. Completed the job on the timeline given and made aware of any unexpected costs. . Very pleased with the final result. Would hire again for future projects."
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Henderson Residential LLC
Henderson Residential LLC
5.0(
7
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Henderson Residential LLC 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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Better Built Basements, LLC
Better Built Basements, LLC
3.9(
4
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Finished 80% of basement with a new family room, a new exercise room, a new bedroom and a new full bath. They have an amazing operation. The project started and finished exactly when they said it would... and IT COST EXACTLY WHAT THEY SAID IT WOULD COST. I was amazed at their organizational skills and the project moved along like a symphony of different construction specialists coming and going. Jim (owner) told me the only way they could schedule with such precision is by having all the contractors work directly for him. He has project managers and specialists for every aspect of the job. I would HIGHLY recommend them."
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Lakeside, CT

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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