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Avatar for Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
4.8(
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Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a great experience with the Lux Renovations and Owens Corning team. The whole process was very easy from designing the space, selecting colors, and having a contract manager who organized the entire basement remodel including all the trades and inspections. We were sold on the Owens Corning materials for the basement and that they were engineered specifically for a basement space. Would highly recommend this team for your basement remodel needs."
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+40

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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Groundworks
4.8(
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Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with the sales rep who recommended what needed to be done and in fact was done. The installers were polite, kept the entry to our basement clean and did excellent work. It was a great experience."
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+15

Response time1 day
289 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Restored NJ
5.0(
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Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired restored nj to repair a damaged wall from years of water leakage which had just become apparent. Gerson was very helpful and responsive and his team did excellent work."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Best Quality Ceilings, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent and clean job. The price is awesooome!!! I started by doing the ceiling and ended up remodeling other places in my home. I gave the contact information to my office maintenance manager and he was delighted with the work they did on the ceiling at my job."
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+23

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chifla R Painting and Home Improvments
5.0(
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Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Credit card accepted

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Welcome to Chifla R Painting and Construction, LLC! We specialize in remodels, painting, drywall and whatever construction and handyman services fall in between. We are well versed in most aspects of home improvement, so feel free to ask us about your project in mind. We offer both residential and commercial services. Call today, for your free estimate or with questions. Thank you for letting us introduce ourselves and have a great day!

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Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Zuchowski Contracting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are thrilled with our updated kitchen. Could not be happier with outcome. Turned our very dated kitchen into a stunning modern kitchen with heated tile flooring, gorgeous highly functional cabinetry, farmhouse sink and stunning cabinets. Highly recommend. Takes great pride in his workmanship."
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Restored NJ LLC
5.0(
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Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Restored NJ 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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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Phillipsburg, NJ

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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