Pro Home Improvements has been providing excellent customer service and superior craftsmanship in the Staten Island and surrounding areas for generations. From roofing and siding to major home additions and remodels, we have what it takes to get the job done right. We are family owned and operated and look forward to taking care of any of your homes needs. Thank you for the opportunity. No Estimates Over the Phone. We do offered financing and look forward to meeting with soon!!!
"They did a good job and very neat"
Doreen R on March 2024
Pro Home Improvements has been providing excellent customer service and superior craftsmanship in the Staten Island and surrounding areas for generations. From roofing and siding to major home additions and remodels, we have what it takes to get the job done right. We are family owned and operated and look forward to taking care of any of your homes needs. Thank you for the opportunity. No Estimates Over the Phone. We do offered financing and look forward to meeting with soon!!!
"They did a good job and very neat"
Doreen R on March 2024
Quality craftsmanship and reliable service is what counts. Allow DK General Construction to provide you with the best service around. We look forward to your call and making your vision a reality.
"I am extremely satisfied with Dan from DK construction. He is very knowledeable and a super nice guy and I trust him implicitly in my home. I would highly recommend him"
carol f on March 2011
Quality craftsmanship and reliable service is what counts. Allow DK General Construction to provide you with the best service around. We look forward to your call and making your vision a reality.
"I am extremely satisfied with Dan from DK construction. He is very knowledeable and a super nice guy and I trust him implicitly in my home. I would highly recommend him"
carol f on March 2011
Here at NJC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. 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!
"They were great!"
Tina A on June 2024
Here at NJC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. 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!
"They were great!"
Tina A on June 2024
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
NB Woodworks, LLC, is committed to excellence 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. We are a family owned business that has been in the construction business since 1875
"Anthony Nastasi of NB Woodworks, LLc, has our highest recommendation. He has worked with us over the past year on a variety of projects aimed at refurbishing and improving our home. This has included exterior trim replacement, replacing a box window with a French door and side light unit, and replacing a large unusually sized window. He also built a beautiful mahogony deck. Indoors, he installed a french door which included fine trim work. In addition, he hired excellent subcontractors to powerwash and paint our home and build a patio, porch and walks. We highly recommend Anthony's carpentry skill, as well as his problem solving, planning and coordination skills. He is also a dependable, honest person of fine character."
Donna O on June 2025
NB Woodworks, LLC, is committed to excellence 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. We are a family owned business that has been in the construction business since 1875
"Anthony Nastasi of NB Woodworks, LLc, has our highest recommendation. He has worked with us over the past year on a variety of projects aimed at refurbishing and improving our home. This has included exterior trim replacement, replacing a box window with a French door and side light unit, and replacing a large unusually sized window. He also built a beautiful mahogony deck. Indoors, he installed a french door which included fine trim work. In addition, he hired excellent subcontractors to powerwash and paint our home and build a patio, porch and walks. We highly recommend Anthony's carpentry skill, as well as his problem solving, planning and coordination skills. He is also a dependable, honest person of fine character."
Donna O on June 2025
About MDA Residential LLC At MDA Residential LLC, we bring family values, craftsmanship, and dedication to every project. As a proudly family-owned and operated business, we treat every home like it?s our own?delivering quality, integrity, and personalized service you can count on. We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodels, offering cutting-edge 3D design services to help you visualize your dream space before we build it. From sleek, modern makeovers to warm, timeless designs, we work closely with you to create stunning, functional spaces that reflect your lifestyle. Our expertise extends far beyond kitchens and baths. We also build beautiful custom decks, perform full interior and exterior renovations, and handle everything from siding, roofing, and windows to basements, attics, and general home improvements. No matter the size or scope, we deliver top-notch craftsmanship and reliable communication every step of the way. Whether you're updating a single room or transforming your entire home, MDA Residential LLC is your trusted partner and New Jersey?s premier general contractor. Let?s build something great together.
About MDA Residential LLC At MDA Residential LLC, we bring family values, craftsmanship, and dedication to every project. As a proudly family-owned and operated business, we treat every home like it?s our own?delivering quality, integrity, and personalized service you can count on. We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodels, offering cutting-edge 3D design services to help you visualize your dream space before we build it. From sleek, modern makeovers to warm, timeless designs, we work closely with you to create stunning, functional spaces that reflect your lifestyle. Our expertise extends far beyond kitchens and baths. We also build beautiful custom decks, perform full interior and exterior renovations, and handle everything from siding, roofing, and windows to basements, attics, and general home improvements. No matter the size or scope, we deliver top-notch craftsmanship and reliable communication every step of the way. Whether you're updating a single room or transforming your entire home, MDA Residential LLC is your trusted partner and New Jersey?s premier general contractor. Let?s build something great together.
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
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.