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Avatar for MAX PARANGI ARCHITECTS
MAX PARANGI ARCHITECTS
4.7(
12
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Max for two projects of mine- two complete renovation jobs. My experience was great- Max and his staff are courteous, responsive and professional. I recommend him to all my clients."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Modern Window of NY Inc
4.8(
157
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"GREAT JOB; THEY DID EVERYTHING THAT WAS CONTRACTED. CLEANED UP, TOOK ALL THE RUBBISH AND LEFT THE PLACE IN A-ONE CONDITION, ALSO EXPLAINED WHAT WAS DONE, WHY, AND THE OPERATION OF THE INSTALLED ITEMS. EXTREMELY PLEASED!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Economy Blueprints
5.0(
6
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The most impressive part of their service was the turn around time. From the time we had the first meeting to the time I had finished plans, only a week had past. The plans were also very detailed and my subs had no problem following them for construction. Lane was available if we did have any questions and did a couple of revisions for no charge. I am currently using him to design an addition for a home I am working on."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Erie Construction Midwest Inc
3.8(
78
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As far as their products for roofing they seem great quality. However super overpriced. To the point they can come down 15k+ in their estimate. However not why I give them a horrible review. We wanted a quote for a metal roof- not a FIVE hour meeting and presentation. No indication of this length of time was given when making the appointment. Insisted on both spouses present meaning we had to basically let our kids watch tv the whole time and feed them a bunch of snacks bc I couldn't leave to even make lunch without them stopping their talks. Pushy. Did not need or want a power point presentation comparing their company and prices to others (which by the way they inflated to double what it's costing us). So nope would not use them. In this age of three young kids and little time they were a total waste of a day and would have very much appreciated a shorter meeting and perhaps an email or text vs showing up at our house again the following day with a better offer"
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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ABMG GENERAL CONTRACTING CORP
5.0(
2
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Overall Charlie and his folks did a great job which we were very happy with. The painters were super fast and very very professional, clean and helpful. Actually all of the people Charlie used were extremely polite, clean and professional. I still use the plumber he used for the new bathroom. My only minor dissatisfaction was with the electrician. I had to replace one of the outlets he installed in the basement and I think he could have given me more advice with placement of lights, outlets and flood light. However to be fair the electrician did the work they were asked to do and most of it was satisfactory. There were some delays in finishing the basement but that is to be expected and I was always kept informed and they worked very accommodatingly around my convenience. Charlie was always available for questions and very flexible and understanding with changes and additions. Also I found Charlie to be very reasonable in terms of cost. He was also exceedingly helpful during the planning phase, giving advice that I felt to be in my best interest even when it meant less work for him."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Olean, 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 Olean, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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