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Proworks Interiors

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Proworks Interiors

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Transform your home with Proworks Interiors. Our expert team in the Tri-State Area specializes in finished basements, Bathrooms, Kitchens, and renovations. Experience top-notch craftsmanship and attention to detail. Contact us today for your home transformation needs.

"We highly recommend Proworks interiors ! John responded to our inquiry for a finished basement quickly and was at our house to provide an estimate within 24 hours. He is very detail oriented , and was extremely helpful in creating a plan for our space. Throughout the entire process, he was a great communicator, promptly responding to all of our questions and concerns . He made sure every detail was exactly to our liking. We would definitely use proworks interiors again !"

Morgan V on December 2024

Transform your home with Proworks Interiors. Our expert team in the Tri-State Area specializes in finished basements, Bathrooms, Kitchens, and renovations. Experience top-notch craftsmanship and attention to detail. Contact us today for your home transformation needs.

"We highly recommend Proworks interiors ! John responded to our inquiry for a finished basement quickly and was at our house to provide an estimate within 24 hours. He is very detail oriented , and was extremely helpful in creating a plan for our space. Throughout the entire process, he was a great communicator, promptly responding to all of our questions and concerns . He made sure every detail was exactly to our liking. We would definitely use proworks interiors again !"

Morgan V on December 2024

MC Squared Renovations

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MC Squared Renovations

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9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

MC Squared Renovations 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.

MC Squared Renovations 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.

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JAM

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JAM

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17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all of our clients unique needs. We are ethical, honest and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

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John's Proworks Interiors, LLC

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John's Proworks Interiors, LLC

4.79(
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Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

As a company that's priority is customer service,John's Proworks Interiors, LLC specializes in accurate estimates, precise planning, and superior installations.

"John and his team (Sal and Billy are just some of the team members) turned our dark, musty basement into a masterpiece! What once looked like a dungeon is now a bright, cozy space where I actually want to spend time. I thought the only thing our basement would ever be good for was hiding holiday decorations and junk, but now it’s a whole new level of livable. John made the process so easy and stress-free, always ready with a solution to every challenge. His crew worked with such precision that even the drywall looks like it belongs in a museum. Highly recommend, if you're thinking of remodeling your basement, just call this company. Your basement will thank you!"

Adam T on February 2025

As a company that's priority is customer service,John's Proworks Interiors, LLC specializes in accurate estimates, precise planning, and superior installations.

"John and his team (Sal and Billy are just some of the team members) turned our dark, musty basement into a masterpiece! What once looked like a dungeon is now a bright, cozy space where I actually want to spend time. I thought the only thing our basement would ever be good for was hiding holiday decorations and junk, but now it’s a whole new level of livable. John made the process so easy and stress-free, always ready with a solution to every challenge. His crew worked with such precision that even the drywall looks like it belongs in a museum. Highly recommend, if you're thinking of remodeling your basement, just call this company. Your basement will thank you!"

Adam T on February 2025

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GW Construction NYC, Inc.

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GW Construction NYC, Inc.

5.00(
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Super Service Award
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did a great job "

Steve A on December 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did a great job "

Steve A on December 2025

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AMV Interiors and Construction Inc

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AMV Interiors and Construction Inc

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Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

AMV is family owned and operated. We offer professional, clean, curtious service. We value each and every one of our clients; however, we offer our Angie's List clientele a 5% discount off of the price of labor.

"Everything was very good. Their service was very good, the workers were very considerate and they worked professionally and their price is reasonable too."

Gwendolyn B on September 2023

AMV is family owned and operated. We offer professional, clean, curtious service. We value each and every one of our clients; however, we offer our Angie's List clientele a 5% discount off of the price of labor.

"Everything was very good. Their service was very good, the workers were very considerate and they worked professionally and their price is reasonable too."

Gwendolyn B on September 2023

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Marlenys Construction

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Marlenys Construction

4.86(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
73 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Awesome job"

María D on March 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Awesome job"

María D on March 2025

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The Home Transformer of NY

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The Home Transformer of NY

4.08(
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16 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in basement remodels but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other 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 and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Phil P on February 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in basement remodels but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other 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 and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Phil P on February 2024

V&S Pro Painting

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V&S Pro Painting

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

We take 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.

"Very much needed refresh to the house. Would highly recommend."

Nate H on April 2024

We take 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.

"Very much needed refresh to the house. Would highly recommend."

Nate H on April 2024

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Shapiro Construction

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Shapiro Construction

4.75(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 local quotes requested

Shapiro Construction is experienced and skilled in a variety of areas. Privately owned and operated, with over 10 years of experience. Our small crew is highly skilled, so we are able to keep costs efficient. We take pride in honest, timely communication. Some of our services include: Remodeling, framing, metal roofing, finish work, doors / windows, weatherproofing, insulation, decks / patios, painting, interior design, furniture fabrication

"Dan did an excellent job of repairing some log rot that was in a critical location of the structure He was thoughtful, creative and thorough. He also repaired the part of my deck that was partially responsible for the log damage. Ok pricing was very fair I will be contacting Dan for remodeling work in the future"

Charlie R on April 2025

Shapiro Construction is experienced and skilled in a variety of areas. Privately owned and operated, with over 10 years of experience. Our small crew is highly skilled, so we are able to keep costs efficient. We take pride in honest, timely communication. Some of our services include: Remodeling, framing, metal roofing, finish work, doors / windows, weatherproofing, insulation, decks / patios, painting, interior design, furniture fabrication

"Dan did an excellent job of repairing some log rot that was in a critical location of the structure He was thoughtful, creative and thorough. He also repaired the part of my deck that was partially responsible for the log damage. Ok pricing was very fair I will be contacting Dan for remodeling work in the future"

Charlie R on April 2025

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Monticello, 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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