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Brunson Construction

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Brunson Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other 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!

"Dana Brunson is not only a craftsman at his trade but he stays on top of new technologies people need in their homes."

Bill R on January 2020

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other 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!

"Dana Brunson is not only a craftsman at his trade but he stays on top of new technologies people need in their homes."

Bill R on January 2020

JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC

4.89(
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JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC

4.89(
11
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

We are a full service General Contracting Company who can manage your project from conception to completion. This includes design, permitting and construction. Athough we specialize in providing turn-key services, we can also be contracted to perform any trade service or scope or work. Jason Lajeunesse, owner of JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC, is a second generation building contactor with over 10 years of general contracting and trade experience. This experience and our strong Estimating and Project Planning Skills allow us to deliver our projects on budget and schedule.

"If you are looking for someone who is really going to work with you then JDL is for you. Jason tries extremely hard to listen to all requests and plans you might have. I would call him again if we had another project going on."

James C w on August 2011

We are a full service General Contracting Company who can manage your project from conception to completion. This includes design, permitting and construction. Athough we specialize in providing turn-key services, we can also be contracted to perform any trade service or scope or work. Jason Lajeunesse, owner of JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC, is a second generation building contactor with over 10 years of general contracting and trade experience. This experience and our strong Estimating and Project Planning Skills allow us to deliver our projects on budget and schedule.

"If you are looking for someone who is really going to work with you then JDL is for you. Jason tries extremely hard to listen to all requests and plans you might have. I would call him again if we had another project going on."

James C w on August 2011

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ACQ Home Improvement

4.94(
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ACQ Home Improvement

4.94(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"

Curt C on March 2023

With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"

Curt C on March 2023

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Envy Homes, LLC

4.75(
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Envy Homes, LLC

4.75(
2
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

With over 10 years in the industry, Envy Homes LLC, takes great pride on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We will always see each project through to the customer's satisfaction. Give us a call today for an estimate and to get a General Contractor out to your home or business today!

"They showed up on time each day, were very knowledgeable of the work they performed. Showed up for the quote when we scheduled the first meeting and we were very impressed with the overall experience. The deck they built was spot on and perfect for our needs. They did make some recommendations as to how it would look and work better for us and we went with their decisions and are so happy and impressed. They were very neat about their work and very easy to talk with. I would never use anyone else, and HIGHLY RECOMMEND them for whatever you need. So great to work with."

phyllis p on July 2023

With over 10 years in the industry, Envy Homes LLC, takes great pride on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We will always see each project through to the customer's satisfaction. Give us a call today for an estimate and to get a General Contractor out to your home or business today!

"They showed up on time each day, were very knowledgeable of the work they performed. Showed up for the quote when we scheduled the first meeting and we were very impressed with the overall experience. The deck they built was spot on and perfect for our needs. They did make some recommendations as to how it would look and work better for us and we went with their decisions and are so happy and impressed. They were very neat about their work and very easy to talk with. I would never use anyone else, and HIGHLY RECOMMEND them for whatever you need. So great to work with."

phyllis p on July 2023

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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

4.83(
331
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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

4.83(
331
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
133 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

Lux Renovations, LLC exclusive provider of the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 17 years in a row. Something like that doesn't 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 free consultation and design is always available.

"Very happy with the basement. Work actually started 2-3 weeks earlier than expected. We were told the job would last about 4-5 weeks. Basement work was completed in about 4 weeks. Very professional. No worries about whether the plumber or electrician would be available. We discussed small changes to the layout (e.g., where the sink in the bathroom would be located) and everyone was very accommodating."

Thomas H on November 2025

Lux Renovations, LLC exclusive provider of the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 17 years in a row. Something like that doesn't 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 free consultation and design is always available.

"Very happy with the basement. Work actually started 2-3 weeks earlier than expected. We were told the job would last about 4-5 weeks. Basement work was completed in about 4 weeks. Very professional. No worries about whether the plumber or electrician would be available. We discussed small changes to the layout (e.g., where the sink in the bathroom would be located) and everyone was very accommodating."

Thomas H on November 2025

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The Hurlburt Group, LLC

4.67(
27
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The Hurlburt Group, LLC

4.67(
27
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
11 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Welcome to the Hurlburt Group, LLC! Let us turn your dream home into a reality! We are locally owned and operated, with over 20 years of residential remodeling experience. Let us wow you with our quick, reliable, and professional touch. What you see is what you get and we ensure you will be satisfied with our work! Our reputation for listening and problem solving precedes us. We have an expert eye for detail and troubleshooting, as well as being able to work out the best solution for the client at an affordable price. Please note that we are a full service remodeling company, so we can provide service for all your home improvement needs, such as, new counter tops, back splash, flooring, new cabinets and bathroom remodeling. We look forward to serving you and making you another happy customer. Call us today for a free estimate!

"Dave and his team are AMAZING. I truly am so thankful and lucky to have found them. We purchased a new home that needed a significant amount of work, and there was nothing they couldn’t help with. They went above and beyond with their craftsmanship, respect for the home, professionalism, cleanliness, communication and just a wonderful attitude. I could not have done this without them, and honestly I would not have wanted to do this without them! Great people, incredible work ethic, phenomenal work product. Call them- you will be very glad you did! Thanks Dave and crew! You guys are the best. "

Gloriann L on March 2025

Welcome to the Hurlburt Group, LLC! Let us turn your dream home into a reality! We are locally owned and operated, with over 20 years of residential remodeling experience. Let us wow you with our quick, reliable, and professional touch. What you see is what you get and we ensure you will be satisfied with our work! Our reputation for listening and problem solving precedes us. We have an expert eye for detail and troubleshooting, as well as being able to work out the best solution for the client at an affordable price. Please note that we are a full service remodeling company, so we can provide service for all your home improvement needs, such as, new counter tops, back splash, flooring, new cabinets and bathroom remodeling. We look forward to serving you and making you another happy customer. Call us today for a free estimate!

"Dave and his team are AMAZING. I truly am so thankful and lucky to have found them. We purchased a new home that needed a significant amount of work, and there was nothing they couldn’t help with. They went above and beyond with their craftsmanship, respect for the home, professionalism, cleanliness, communication and just a wonderful attitude. I could not have done this without them, and honestly I would not have wanted to do this without them! Great people, incredible work ethic, phenomenal work product. Call them- you will be very glad you did! Thanks Dave and crew! You guys are the best. "

Gloriann L on March 2025

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HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION, LLC

4.86(
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HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION, LLC

4.86(
7
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•Approved Pro
17 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Honeycomb helped save our house. As they were replacing our deck, they discovered rot and quickly removed and replaced all the bad material. They also discovered that we had a termite infestation. The issue was in the structure of the house. They assured us everything would be fine and efficiently dispatched all the rot and talked us through next steps with detailed recommendations, involving other contractors. The additional charge to remove the rot was minimal and I would have gladly paid 10x for the security of having a safe house. And just look at how beautifully it turned out. The photos really don't do it justice, when you get to sit out there enjoying a coffee in the morning or actually having a family gathering. It is such a game changer meeting space. Also, and it might seem like a little thing, but its the details that matter. It was really hard for me to get on my deck as a physically handicapped person. Taylor made it easy for me to go outside alone. I love you guys 11/10"

Donna M on March 2025

HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. HONEYCOMB CONSTRUCTION is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Honeycomb helped save our house. As they were replacing our deck, they discovered rot and quickly removed and replaced all the bad material. They also discovered that we had a termite infestation. The issue was in the structure of the house. They assured us everything would be fine and efficiently dispatched all the rot and talked us through next steps with detailed recommendations, involving other contractors. The additional charge to remove the rot was minimal and I would have gladly paid 10x for the security of having a safe house. And just look at how beautifully it turned out. The photos really don't do it justice, when you get to sit out there enjoying a coffee in the morning or actually having a family gathering. It is such a game changer meeting space. Also, and it might seem like a little thing, but its the details that matter. It was really hard for me to get on my deck as a physically handicapped person. Taylor made it easy for me to go outside alone. I love you guys 11/10"

Donna M on March 2025

Hamill Home Improvements

4.78(
25
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Hamill Home Improvements

4.78(
25
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
38 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Hamill Home Improvements, 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!

"He was very professional"

Roland H on December 2024

Here at Hamill Home Improvements, 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!

"He was very professional"

Roland H on December 2024

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Total Basement Finishing, a Blackdog Affiliate

5.00(
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Total Basement Finishing, a Blackdog Affiliate

5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
21 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

Total Basement Finishing, A Blackdog Affiliate serves the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts and New Hampshire with basement finishing and basement remodeling. Finishing your previously unused basement gives you additional space in your home and so much more. It offers you a rare opportunity to exploit your creative side through the design process. And ultimately, you will transform a dark, uninviting space into a room that adds value and comfort to your home, making it an integral part of your family’s daily life.

Total Basement Finishing, A Blackdog Affiliate serves the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts and New Hampshire with basement finishing and basement remodeling. Finishing your previously unused basement gives you additional space in your home and so much more. It offers you a rare opportunity to exploit your creative side through the design process. And ultimately, you will transform a dark, uninviting space into a room that adds value and comfort to your home, making it an integral part of your family’s daily life.

Ram Construction & Home Remodeling

4.08(
17
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•Approved Pro

Ram Construction & Home Remodeling

4.08(
17
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
46 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

RAM Construction is an owner/operator business. My customers expect to see me on the job, not a sub. I truly enjoy what I do for a living and am fortunate enough to live that dream.

"We hired Rich with RAM Construction to complete a major renovation to our property. With my husband being a contractor himself but having no time to do the work, this was a big step to take on our behalf and we needed a contractor we could trust to show up and complete this major renovation. Rich took the job on knowing full well what challenges may exist with working at another contractorâ s home. Rich was completely open to my husbandâ s suggestions as well as being able to provide his own ideas on how to complete the project. Even though we had a contract Rich has been very accommodating with allowing us to veer outside of the project specs. Rich has been great to work with and we recommend him 100% to anyone who may be looking for a great Contractor."

Nancy C on March 2020

RAM Construction is an owner/operator business. My customers expect to see me on the job, not a sub. I truly enjoy what I do for a living and am fortunate enough to live that dream.

"We hired Rich with RAM Construction to complete a major renovation to our property. With my husband being a contractor himself but having no time to do the work, this was a big step to take on our behalf and we needed a contractor we could trust to show up and complete this major renovation. Rich took the job on knowing full well what challenges may exist with working at another contractorâ s home. Rich was completely open to my husbandâ s suggestions as well as being able to provide his own ideas on how to complete the project. Even though we had a contract Rich has been very accommodating with allowing us to veer outside of the project specs. Rich has been great to work with and we recommend him 100% to anyone who may be looking for a great Contractor."

Nancy C on March 2020

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Portsmouth, NH

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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