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JLR Construction
5.0(
11
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Serving Pleasant Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We hired this contractor to renovate our bathroom. From start to finish we were very pleased with the quality of the work and the business model. We were given an approximate start date & they followed up while we waited. They started when promised and worked every day till completed. We are very pleased with the finished product & there were no hidden costs or surprises. We highly recommend this very professional and qualified contractor! "
Siding prep
Siding finished
Prep work
Finished wall
Front Porch

+8

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JOHN SALA CONSTRUCTION
4.4(
7
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Serving Pleasant Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I can’t say enough good things about John Sala Construction. This is not the first time they have done work for me and I have always been happy. Quality of work is incredible, communication is great and they are so easy to work with. My husband and I built an apartment onto our house with a basement underneath it. Everything proceeded in a timely manor and John always took time to answer my questions. I HIGHLY recommend them."
Remodeling - General Project
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Crosscut Construction, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Pleasant Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It could not have gone any better. I wish we would have met Steve 20 years ago. He is knowledgeable, professional and his work shows his years of experience."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Pace Builders
5.0(
1
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Serving Pleasant Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They communicated very well throughout the process and answered every question or concern I ever had. The quality of work is top notch and the attention to detail was just great. Dealing with them was easy and they were always patient with us. One of our favorite things about them is how responsive they are. Anytime we reached out, we got in touch with someone and got the assistance we needed. Such a great builder and person. We have even had him over for dinner."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JAM
New to Angi

Serving Pleasant Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Pleasant Valley, 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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