At Palumbo Home Improvement, LLC, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
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Theresa . on September 2022
At Palumbo Home Improvement, LLC, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
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Theresa . on September 2022
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 services that are customizable to each individual project. We pay close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"My contractor went above and beyond to create a beautiful basement. I would highly recommend him. He kept us abreast of every move. Did extra touches throughout. We definitely will hire him again. "
Charleen A on May 2025
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 services that are customizable to each individual project. We pay close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"My contractor went above and beyond to create a beautiful basement. I would highly recommend him. He kept us abreast of every move. Did extra touches throughout. We definitely will hire him again. "
Charleen A on May 2025
AR Designs is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"This contractor and his crew more than exceeded my expectations. I am proud of the beautiful kitchen Ricardo gave me. I was given the kitchen of my dreams. His expertise was overwhelming. He is a stickler for details and only gives you the best. I totally enjoyed working with Ricardo and look forward to my next project with him. ð ¤ ð"
Mary H on August 2020
AR Designs is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"This contractor and his crew more than exceeded my expectations. I am proud of the beautiful kitchen Ricardo gave me. I was given the kitchen of my dreams. His expertise was overwhelming. He is a stickler for details and only gives you the best. I totally enjoyed working with Ricardo and look forward to my next project with him. ð ¤ ð"
Mary H on August 2020
M&J Home Service is a Husband and wife company that is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a high 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.
"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."
Anita P on June 2023
M&J Home Service is a Husband and wife company that is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a high 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.
"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."
Anita P on June 2023
With the price of homes and real estate these days, finishing your basement can give you the most inexpensive way to add additional living space to your home. This living space increases the current value of your home making it a sound investment. And as the price of your home goes up the investment in your basement will increase with it. At the same time it allows your family to enjoy a new living space for variety of activities.
"Leo, the main coordinator and manager of the project was great at handling everything from initial estimates, follow-throughs, permits and quality of work. He was very clear about all costs and did the job on time. "
Aniruddha K on January 2025
With the price of homes and real estate these days, finishing your basement can give you the most inexpensive way to add additional living space to your home. This living space increases the current value of your home making it a sound investment. And as the price of your home goes up the investment in your basement will increase with it. At the same time it allows your family to enjoy a new living space for variety of activities.
"Leo, the main coordinator and manager of the project was great at handling everything from initial estimates, follow-throughs, permits and quality of work. He was very clear about all costs and did the job on time. "
Aniruddha K on January 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 25 years of industry experience. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other home improvement 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!
"Langston Homes did an amazing job on my kitchen remodel. They are reliable, clean, trustworthy professionals who really put their all into their projects. They are always reachable and very committed to their customers. They made my kitchen dreams come true. I could not be more happy with how everything went. Langston Homes kept on schedule and made sure everything went smoothly. I had the best experience while going through a major renovation, i will be using Langston Homes for all my future renovations."
Corine U on May 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 25 years of industry experience. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other home improvement 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!
"Langston Homes did an amazing job on my kitchen remodel. They are reliable, clean, trustworthy professionals who really put their all into their projects. They are always reachable and very committed to their customers. They made my kitchen dreams come true. I could not be more happy with how everything went. Langston Homes kept on schedule and made sure everything went smoothly. I had the best experience while going through a major renovation, i will be using Langston Homes for all my future renovations."
Corine U on May 2024
Lux Renovations, LLC, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. We've finished over 8000 basements in New England, usually in 2-3 weeks. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 8 years in a row. Something like that does not happen by accident. We are committed to insuring that all of our customers describe their experience with us as "the best contractor experience I ever had". If you are considering a basement finishing project please allow us to show you how Owens Corning has changed the industry with this unique system. A no-charge consultation and design is available. Give us a call today!
"Lux project manager and staff were great! Great attention to detail."
Brian C on December 2022
Lux Renovations, LLC, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. We've finished over 8000 basements in New England, usually in 2-3 weeks. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 8 years in a row. Something like that does not happen by accident. We are committed to insuring that all of our customers describe their experience with us as "the best contractor experience I ever had". If you are considering a basement finishing project please allow us to show you how Owens Corning has changed the industry with this unique system. A no-charge consultation and design is available. Give us a call today!
"Lux project manager and staff were great! Great attention to detail."
Brian C on December 2022
We are dedicated to customer satisfaction and providing quality home improvement while giving you the best value for your money. We meet our goals of providing quality workmanship in a timely fashion.
"Rodney did my guest bathroom. He came to my house after many other contractors, gave me the best price and was available immediately. I was so impressed with his professionalism and efficiency! He got the job done in one week! Took the bathroom down to the studs, and installed all new walls, tile shower, and referred me to a great glass company for the shower door. He asked me about every detail before just guessing. His men were polite, and clean. Plan to use him again in the future!"
Amy S on March 2025
We are dedicated to customer satisfaction and providing quality home improvement while giving you the best value for your money. We meet our goals of providing quality workmanship in a timely fashion.
"Rodney did my guest bathroom. He came to my house after many other contractors, gave me the best price and was available immediately. I was so impressed with his professionalism and efficiency! He got the job done in one week! Took the bathroom down to the studs, and installed all new walls, tile shower, and referred me to a great glass company for the shower door. He asked me about every detail before just guessing. His men were polite, and clean. Plan to use him again in the future!"
Amy S on March 2025
D-N-R Home Improvements, LLC, is your one stop shop to get any project taken care of. We are locally owned and operated and take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call today to learn more about how we can help you
"I was very happy; he is a perfectionist and I would recommend them to anybody."
Debbie S on July 2018
D-N-R Home Improvements, LLC, is your one stop shop to get any project taken care of. We are locally owned and operated and take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call today to learn more about how we can help you
"I was very happy; he is a perfectionist and I would recommend them to anybody."
Debbie S on July 2018
A.D. Construction has been serving your area since 2001. We are a company that is focused on customer relations and developing a loyal base of lifelong clients. We understand that this loyalty can only be earned through both the quality of our workmanship and the conduct of our staff. Our goal is complete satisfaction for you on a job well done. Whether you are a residential or business customer we have the skill and attention to detail found in a small or one-man shop as well as the resources and organization that allow us to handle large commercial and industrial projects. Each day we work towards building an organization whose workmanship will stand the test of time and whose relationship with its clients will endure beyond the work. Thank you for considering us for your next project.
"Anthony and his team were prompt and helpful. Good Quality all done within the time promised and all debris was removed at the end of the job."
Mary M on July 2017
A.D. Construction has been serving your area since 2001. We are a company that is focused on customer relations and developing a loyal base of lifelong clients. We understand that this loyalty can only be earned through both the quality of our workmanship and the conduct of our staff. Our goal is complete satisfaction for you on a job well done. Whether you are a residential or business customer we have the skill and attention to detail found in a small or one-man shop as well as the resources and organization that allow us to handle large commercial and industrial projects. Each day we work towards building an organization whose workmanship will stand the test of time and whose relationship with its clients will endure beyond the work. Thank you for considering us for your next project.
"Anthony and his team were prompt and helpful. Good Quality all done within the time promised and all debris was removed at the end of the job."
Mary M on July 2017
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.