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Avatar for Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
4.6(
201
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service was great from sales, to installation, to post installation support. Very responsive, very professional. It's hard to find in this 'space'--there are a lot of shady people in basement water damage/repair, and this place exceeded expectations. We've had our repair in place for 4+ years, with only 1 small issue on a wall seam crack, and that was fixed within 24 hours of reporting the issue. Stand up place! Thank you for such great service and support."
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+129

Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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M&J Home Services, LLC
4.8(
26
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On behalf of the family, we would like to thank M&J Home Services for the beautiful bathroom renovation they completed in our home. Jeff designed and remodeled a bathroom thatâ s completely updated now. The shower has all the bells and whistles! His motto â Whatever you want done, we can do it for youâ is absolutely true. His skill set is unmatched. A linen closet enhances what was originally there. He is a master of all trades and was able to refinish the deck too. We are grateful to Jeff and Milena for their hard work and perseverance in completing the job in a very professional way. They are trustworthy and respectful of the property they are working on at all times."
Bathroom Remodel
Master Bathroom
Bathroom Remodel
Master Bathroom 2
Condo - Master Bathroom

+83

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Skies Are The Limit, LLC
4.8(
45
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am absolutely thrilled with my new kitchen! Adrian exceeded all my expectations. He took my outdated space and created a modern, functional masterpiece. His team was professional, clean, and finished on schedule. The craftsmanship is top-notch, especially the custom cabinetry. I highly recommend him!""
Kitchen Renovation
Bathroom
Bathroom Renovation
Kitchen Renovation
Bathroom Renovation

+58

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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CSZ Construction
4.9(
46
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The CSZ team is fantastic. They are very knowledgeable, thorough, and detail oriented. I highly recommend this team for home repairs and refinishing space to make it feel new . "
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OLD DECK
Livinroom
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PREPARING FOOTINGS

+168

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Garden State Home Remodeling
4.9(
27
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Came out for estimate in a timely manner, said we would receive estimate via email in few days. That was 6 weeks ago. Never heard a word. Checked email and spam daily."
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+6

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Prince Akeems Royal Service
5.0(
10
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, George was on-time, very courteous, very professional, mounted both TV's perfectly, cleaned up the work areas, even vacuumed the floor under both TV's. would highly recommend him to others."
Samsung Frame Over Fireplace
Laptop Screen Replacement
Samsung Frame Over Fireplace
Laptop Screen Replacement
Samsung Frame Over Fireplace

+25

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AVSTEP LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The team at Avstep were amazing. So friendly and helpful. They replaced our garage roof and helped us with joist work. They were right on time, were super efficient, and organized and cleaned as they were working. It was so nice to talk with them and were very upfront and honest. The whole job was explained in professional detail and gave us a quote for the job that we felt was very fair. The work started the next day and was completed in a day and a half. They are worth more than a simple 5 star. We will now be using them for the added work we are planning. You won’t be disappointed."
Roofing Project
Remodeling - General Project
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Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+27

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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You Break We Fix
4.7(
35
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect. No other words needed. On time. Polite. Professional. Worked like dogs all day. Knew exactly what they were getting themselves and how to get it done. I will definitely hire them again for my next project."
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+48

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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V-Strong Contractor, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Linden, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Mike / VStrong has been an absolute pleasure! My husband and I recently bought a fixer upper and Mike is the best contractor we’ve had so far while remodeling our home. He did an amazing job renovating our two bathrooms. He completed remodeled each bathroom top to bottom. We will definitely hire him again for future projects! Quality work, fair pricing, and extremely responsive. "
Response time2 hrs
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Linden, 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.

The Linden, NJ homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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