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CHATEL Construction Corp
5.0(
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Serving Manhattan, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great work, they were extremely accommodating with their work schedule and having pete in the house. The price was also great. Extremely responsive after the work was done when my Anderson door had an issue (issue from factory)."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
4.7(
176
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Serving Manhattan, NY and surrounding areas

Angi 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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Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Inson Dubois Wood LLC
5.0(
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Serving Manhattan, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Customers say: Quick response

"Inson is a creative genius with a superb eye. He did everything with meticulous detail and completely transformed our apartment into an amazing, gorgeous home. We enjoy entertaining, and our friends love coming over, always remarking how beautiful and inviting our home is- and that was exactly what we wanted, except Inson brilliantly upgraded our concept, within budget and on time (even with our aggressive timeline because we needed to be out of our old place and into our new within months!). Inson’s team was also great to work with - always polite and professional. We highly recommend Inson and plan on working with him again on our Hamptons home!"
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HD Renovations
4.9(
96
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Serving Manhattan, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was looking for a contractor to renovate a 2BR rental property. After meeting with several contractors I had decided to go with HD Renovations. During the walkthrough BEFORE the work started, Dominick pointed out a few things and we came up with a plan for the project. Dominick and his crew showed up on time every day and worked non-stop until the project was completed. The work was excellent! When electrical and plumbing issues came up, Dom found a solution. He was a pleasure to work with. Always responsive to every question or idea. He had great suggestions along the way and really took pride in his work. The project lasted a month when others had taken 6-8weeks and stayed very close to budget even though I had made a few additions to the original proposal. As a landlord I have used many contractors over the years. HD Renovations were the best! I look forward to working with them in the future!"
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Bathroom renovation
Accessible shower two days
Complete demo of existing shower or bathtub area completed in two days.
Bathroom and kitchen remodel

+94

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Elite Tech Remodeling
4.7(
154
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Serving Manhattan, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing experience!!! The entire crew was pinnacle of professionalism. The workers were knowledgeable, skilled and punctual. At every step of our remodel, Elite helped with design decisions, material choices and fixtures. The work was performed on time, very cleanly and within budget. Highly recommend Elite and will definitely hire them again for future projects."
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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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