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Home Renovations
4.6(
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Serving Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carl Sudore and his team were incredible. They did a beautiful remodel of our master bath. Carl was also extremely professional and accommodating our schedules. I would recommend Carl wholeheartedly to anyone who is looking for a wonderful, honest and reasonable contractor."
Bathroom Remodel
Replaced and rebuilt a new shower and shower door with custom tile.
house flip
Floor installation
Bathroom Remodel

+54

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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J.B. Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"J.B contracting did an excellent job. He came over and went over the project with me and explained what he was going to do to transform my unfinished basement into my dream cave . He did previous work for my neighbor and also did an excellent job . He gave me the quote for the job which was very reasonable. We agreed and he got right to work . Justin and his partner took extreme pride doing the job right and making sure he went over everything with me as he did it . He wanted to make sure I liked the progress . That never happens with contractors as they just do the job and hope you like it . He made my dreams come true and exceeded my expectations . I would recommend J.B contracting for your future remodels !"
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+40

Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Upstate Home Improvement & Remodeling
4.8(
22
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Serving Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Iâ ve had the great pleasure of working with Hussain for the past few months on different projects around the home; from dry wall installations, painting, flooring, shower door installation, garage door opener installation, window replacements, mudroom refresh, etc. Hussain is the ultimate professional, shows up on time, very reliable, kind, and trustworthy. His workmanship is superb! I highly recommend Hussain at Upstate Home Improvement & Remodeling."
Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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JL General Contracting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"JL Contracting was absolutely fantastic to work with during our basement remodel and was able to complete all aspects. Plumbing/Electrical/duct work/drywall/painting/etc ! The attention to detail, constant communication along the way, and the overall quality of the work was amazing. Josh was committed to completing the work within our timeline and put in long hours to do so. In addition, Josh is just a great person and prides himself on his work and the satisfaction of the customer is his top priority! Highly recommend him."
Garage/Addition
Garage/Addition
Garage/Addition
Garage/Addition
Garage/Addition

+13

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JDR Williams, LLC
3.8(
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Serving Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan and crew helped us with our basement remodel. They installed an egress window and made our basement a living space for our growing family. We love the additional space and use it daily. We even made part of it a home office! They did a phenomenal job, we will definitely use them again for any future projects. Love the outcome and can tell Dan and crew love what they do."
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Schultz & Sons Contracting
4.6(
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Serving Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I want to start out by saying Doug and his sons are very pleasant and their workmanship is good. It became obvious we took a back seat to another customer, whom he referred to as his “bread and butter”, and he withdrew his commitment to do extra work, that we had agreed upon early at the onset of the job. My “finished” basement was left unfinished, doors and window were not trimmed out, like was discussed. Every day they showed up at 9:30 and left at 3:30 with a lunch break, never put in a full days work. The clean up was poor. We had our ceiling painted black (a whole other story), and after sanding, my husband had to go through and clean EVERY board and duct work to clear the white dust from the sanding of the drywall, One wall was completely covered in dust and all walls had to be cleaned before painting, although Doug said he would leave it “paint ready”. There was drywall mud was on the floor and top of the drywall. Doug knew we were having flooring installed the following week, so the floor should have been cleaned of debris, not just swept. I am very happy with the framing and drywall, but UNHAPPY with the “finish”. I felt like I was filling a void in their work schedule so they were readily available to start the job, and the when more work came in, I took a back seat. The last day they rushed through and were gone by noon, when some of my extras could have been fit and more attention to detail could have been given. My husband has some repairs to do as a result of their haste. Also I had to pay additional for materials because of poor estimating."
Gutter install
Gutter install
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+33

Response time6 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JB Roc Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are absolutely thrilled with our bathroom remodel! The team was professional, punctual, and paid attention to every detail. The finished space looks beautiful and feels like a spa. Highly recommend!"
Residential Remodel
Residential Remodel
Residential Remodel
Bathroom remdoel
Kitchen & Bathroom

+21

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HAWKEYEZ CONSTRUCTION INTERIOR/EXTERIOR INC.
5.0(
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Serving Rochester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the best luck, that Hawkeyez Construction worked on a neighbors house, and so I got connected to them for my own home remodeling. They did an amazing and thoughtful job remodeling a very aged bathroom that had been put in my walkout basement by handyman types in the 80's. The plumbing and electrical and framing were wrong, and there were leaks, and it was just terrible. I now have a beautiful full bath with all of the issues fixed and Carl and his team of electricians, painters, tilers and other professionals was top notch. Thanks to Carl. his son, Justin for tiling, the Enriques' for painting and a host of other very skilled professionals, my basement bath and painting projects and other baths around my place are done, and I can look around and be amazed by how wonderful everything looks now!!"
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition
New Addition

+107

Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Rochester, 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.

The Rochester, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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