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Atlantic Shore Builders & Developers

5.00(
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Atlantic Shore Builders & Developers

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

We are 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. We are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call for a quote today!

"Friendly, low price, and best of all the painter, Francisco, is a REAL professional who’s not about doing a slipshod job and leaving. He took as many days as he needed at a flat rate and ensured the job was top quality."

Alexander M on October 2021

We are 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. We are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call for a quote today!

"Friendly, low price, and best of all the painter, Francisco, is a REAL professional who’s not about doing a slipshod job and leaving. He took as many days as he needed at a flat rate and ensured the job was top quality."

Alexander M on October 2021

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Danny Construction

4.91(
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Danny Construction

4.91(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Danny ripped out my old 800+ sq ft porch/deck; rebuilt/and repaired rotted railing posts. I am very satisfied with the outcome. He is a diligent worker. Showed up when he said he would and completed my project when he said he would. He is very focused on detail and takes pride in his work. I would (and have already) recommend him to others. He was a pleasure to work with."

charlene S on June 2025

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Danny ripped out my old 800+ sq ft porch/deck; rebuilt/and repaired rotted railing posts. I am very satisfied with the outcome. He is a diligent worker. Showed up when he said he would and completed my project when he said he would. He is very focused on detail and takes pride in his work. I would (and have already) recommend him to others. He was a pleasure to work with."

charlene S on June 2025

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Exterior Team Home Services, Inc.

4.95(
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Exterior Team Home Services, Inc.

4.95(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Exterior Team Home Services, Inc takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call Exterior Team Home Services, Inc today!

"Ronald and his Team did an excellent job for a very good price. Very professional. Pointed out some things that needed attention and then took care of it. The workmanship and customer service is better than any other craftman I have ever hired. I will keep Exterior Team Home Service number available to recommend to anyone that asks if "I know someone who...." I trust Exterior Team Home and will use them in the future."

Ed S on September 2023

Exterior Team Home Services, Inc takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Call Exterior Team Home Services, Inc today!

"Ronald and his Team did an excellent job for a very good price. Very professional. Pointed out some things that needed attention and then took care of it. The workmanship and customer service is better than any other craftman I have ever hired. I will keep Exterior Team Home Service number available to recommend to anyone that asks if "I know someone who...." I trust Exterior Team Home and will use them in the future."

Ed S on September 2023

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Raza & Sons Construction, Inc.

5.00(
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Raza & Sons Construction, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Platinum Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6 years of experience serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Excellent, professional, reliable"

Shah N on June 2024

Platinum Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6 years of experience serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Excellent, professional, reliable"

Shah N on June 2024

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MHI Metro Home Improvement

4.96(
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MHI Metro Home Improvement

4.96(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

With several years experience, MHI Metro Home Improvement works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"I strongly recommend MHI METRO (516-790-4741) for your renovation or construction needs. Romeo, the contractor, ensured that my specifications requests were met and completed before deadline. this was no easy job because of the shortages of supplies due to the pandemic. I was completely satisfied by the renovation of two bathrooms, extensive electrical repairs and the painting of the entire condominium."

Eric P on July 2021

With several years experience, MHI Metro Home Improvement works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"I strongly recommend MHI METRO (516-790-4741) for your renovation or construction needs. Romeo, the contractor, ensured that my specifications requests were met and completed before deadline. this was no easy job because of the shortages of supplies due to the pandemic. I was completely satisfied by the renovation of two bathrooms, extensive electrical repairs and the painting of the entire condominium."

Eric P on July 2021

Alpha Construct

5.00(
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Alpha Construct

5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

We are 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 ess

"Very professional and easy to work with!"

Lamar P on July 2023

We are 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 ess

"Very professional and easy to work with!"

Lamar P on July 2023

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Premier Builders & Construction

5.00(
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Premier Builders & Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. You will find us to be competitively priced, with close attention to the details of each and every project. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references.

"Premier Builders was trustworthy and a pleasure to work with. A+ job. Would recommend to anyone remodeling their home."

Mike V on October 2022

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. You will find us to be competitively priced, with close attention to the details of each and every project. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references.

"Premier Builders was trustworthy and a pleasure to work with. A+ job. Would recommend to anyone remodeling their home."

Mike V on October 2022

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Art Construction

4.64(
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Art Construction

4.64(
33
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 10 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Billi and his father did amazing job. We have our basement remodeled.after a disaster made by another incompetent contractor form thumbtack(Tyler Macy). Billi was very nice help us put everything together. Fix whatever mistakes done by previous guy.They were also reasonable on price & get the job done exactly on time.I recommend Art construction for quality, honest & reasonable cost.Thank you Billi."

saba b on July 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 10 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Billi and his father did amazing job. We have our basement remodeled.after a disaster made by another incompetent contractor form thumbtack(Tyler Macy). Billi was very nice help us put everything together. Fix whatever mistakes done by previous guy.They were also reasonable on price & get the job done exactly on time.I recommend Art construction for quality, honest & reasonable cost.Thank you Billi."

saba b on July 2024

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Granville House Victorians L.L.C.

5.00(
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Granville House Victorians L.L.C.

5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

The linkedin site will tell our Story. Clients will take advantage of Granville's in house Design capabilities with CAD. see granvillevictorians.com for examples of our work

"Granville House Victorians L.L.C. is extremely skilled and professional. My Victorian style house came out better than I could have dreamed. Granville took care of everything and they are extremely knowledgeable in what they do."

Jonathan P on January 2023

The linkedin site will tell our Story. Clients will take advantage of Granville's in house Design capabilities with CAD. see granvillevictorians.com for examples of our work

"Granville House Victorians L.L.C. is extremely skilled and professional. My Victorian style house came out better than I could have dreamed. Granville took care of everything and they are extremely knowledgeable in what they do."

Jonathan P on January 2023

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JBL HOME IMPROVEMENTS INC

4.92(
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JBL HOME IMPROVEMENTS INC

4.92(
226
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
96 local quotes requested

JBL Home Improvements, Inc, located in St. James, is a family owned and operated remodeling business specializing in residential projects. Owner & Contractor David Kaplan, General Manager Jill Kaplan, along with their team of talented professionals, are dedicated to providing outstanding workmanship and customer service to homeowners who live in their community.

"After much searching I came across JBL for our bathroom remodel, and Dave and his crew were great. From day one they were pleasant, professional, and neat. They took pride in the work performed and daily made sure to leave our home as clean as possible. Dave was very hands on and kept us updated of any changes that came up so that there were no surprises. Also any concern was addressed and our input was taken into consideration. I really liked the breakdown of work to be performed and detailed invoices of payment. Overall, this was a very pleasant experience and we will definitely be using them again! "

Michele W on December 2025

JBL Home Improvements, Inc, located in St. James, is a family owned and operated remodeling business specializing in residential projects. Owner & Contractor David Kaplan, General Manager Jill Kaplan, along with their team of talented professionals, are dedicated to providing outstanding workmanship and customer service to homeowners who live in their community.

"After much searching I came across JBL for our bathroom remodel, and Dave and his crew were great. From day one they were pleasant, professional, and neat. They took pride in the work performed and daily made sure to leave our home as clean as possible. Dave was very hands on and kept us updated of any changes that came up so that there were no surprises. Also any concern was addressed and our input was taken into consideration. I really liked the breakdown of work to be performed and detailed invoices of payment. Overall, this was a very pleasant experience and we will definitely be using them again! "

Michele W on December 2025

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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