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Avatar for Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
4.6(
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Serving Pompton Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service was great from sales, to installation, to post installation support. Very responsive, very professional. It's hard to find in this 'space'--there are a lot of shady people in basement water damage/repair, and this place exceeded expectations. We've had our repair in place for 4+ years, with only 1 small issue on a wall seam crack, and that was fixed within 24 hours of reporting the issue. Stand up place! Thank you for such great service and support."
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+129

Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Garden State Home Remodeling
4.9(
27
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Serving Pompton Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Came out for estimate in a timely manner, said we would receive estimate via email in few days. That was 6 weeks ago. Never heard a word. Checked email and spam daily."
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+6

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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You Break We Fix
4.7(
35
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Serving Pompton Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect. No other words needed. On time. Polite. Professional. Worked like dogs all day. Knew exactly what they were getting themselves and how to get it done. I will definitely hire them again for my next project."
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+48

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Allure Properties and Maintenance
4.6(
9
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Serving Pompton Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Don't hesitate to hire John Waddell from Allure Properties. From start to finish, the job he did for me was 100 percent professional and top notch He was a pleasure to work with, always returned phone calls and addressed my every concern, and was positive and professional. Id hire him again without hesitation"
Bathroon Renovations
Bathroon Renovations
Bathroon Renovations
Bathroon Renovations
Bathroon Renovations

+44

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Next Level HBR LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Pompton Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Next Level HBR LLC 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.

Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
New Deck
Bathroom Remodel
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+3

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JMS Custom Remodeling LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Pompton Lakes, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with John was a very positive overall experience. My wife and I had a vision of our master bathroom remodel, and he brought it to life! John completely custom-built a neo-angle shower with pony walls, including custom wainscoting and floor moldings. Outstanding job! During the planning process, John gave us multiple options with their price points, as well as having all the resources for our glass shower door, for the floor moldings, etc. This was all extremely helpful in our budgeting for the project, and he made sure there were no surprise costs. His pricing was extremely fair, and he made sure his job was fully complete before he left for his next project. His communication and transparency was excellent and consistent, which made us feel much less stressed throughout the project. We will definitely be hiring John for some future projects in our house, and would highly recommend his services for home renovations."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Pompton Lakes, 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.

The Pompton Lakes, NJ homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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