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Basic Basement Co
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

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"We used Basic Basement Company to finish half of our basement. We were very impressed with the communication they had with us every step of the way! Project went very smoothly! We are very happy with our basement remodel and would highly recommend Basic Basement Company!!!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

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"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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257 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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TQ Contracting LLC
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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Emergency services offered

"Tom was very professional. His crew was efficient, fast and clean. They were very accommodating and showed up on time each day. My kitchen remodel was completed 2 week ahead of schedule. I would definitely recommend TQ and I would hire them again in a heartbeat."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

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"We hired Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services to execute a full, top-to-bottom renovation of our bathroom at the beginning of March of 2026. This was a major project involving demolition , new flooring, updated electrical and plumbing to accommodate a new layout of the bathroom. The company manager/owner, Harvey, was excellent. He provided a detailed project schedule before work began and proactively communicated every step of the way. The quality of the final product exceeded our expectations. Harvey's attention to detail truly made the difference."
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Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
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The Better Basement Company
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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"We just had our basement finished. Not re-finished but finished for the first time. The house was built in 1924 with a dirt floor in the basement and low hanging pipes, overall a very challenging job. We wanted to turn it to a family room with a full bath, laundry room, closets, etc. Joe's guys (Chico and Javier) did a fantastic job. They are knowledgeable, thorough, thoughtful, and creative. We would recommend them to anyone without hesitation."
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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NB Woodworks, LLC
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1875

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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

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Response time2 days
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Bryan's Handyman & Home Improvement Service
4.7(
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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"The crew did a wonderful job, turning a bare cement basement into a cozy getaway. They framed up and insulated the walls and painting the ceiling black to make it seem larger. They also fixed some rotted railings and installed two new basement windows. Very professional, and were careful to keep things clean."
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Kitchen Remodel
Remodeled bathroom
Staircase remodel
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The Finish Guys
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"The whole entire team did better than I could have imagined. What started as a mock up of a plan to redo my basement using Ai, turned into what you see in the pictures. Highly recommend."
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American Supreme Construction LLC
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"ASC did an absolutely brilliant job on my bathroom remodel - very professional, neat, respectful of the space and communicative. The bathroom looks terrific! Highly recommend!"
Roof Installation EPDM 51,000 sq/ft
Roof Installation EPDM 51,000 sq/ft
Roof Installation EPDM 51,000 sq/ft
Roof Installation EPDM 51,000 sq/ft
Roof Installation EPDM 51,000 sq/ft

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Response time3 hrs
103 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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M&J Home Services, LLC
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Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Jeff is professional contractor. He is smart & very hard worker. He installed outlets and did some other electric work in my basement. One thing I would like to mention about him that he is pro in his work and provide a quality work on time. I will recommend him and look forward to get more work done with him only. Thanks Jeff!"
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Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Princeton, 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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