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C & J Custom Builders Inc
4.8(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jerry and his team did a fabulous job on our basement egress window. Fantastic communication, before during and after the job. Excellent workmanship. Cleaned up very well after the big job. Flexibly worked with our schedule. Jerry even gave me advice on laying out our basement remodel (we are doing it ourselves) and gave me advice on materials and design. Totally happy. Would recommend C&J without reservation!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Con-Tech Construction
4.9(
31
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

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"We had a complete kitchen remodel, including tearing down a wall between two rooms. The quality of work was excellent in each aspect of the job. Most notable was the excellent customer service. Frank kept us informed at each step. He provided great advice during the design process and also kept to our price range and style preferences. His clean up and thoroughness made the process as minimally disruptive as possible."
Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Elevated Home Improvements, LLC
4.2(
13
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed a wall removed and a finished area in our basement. This crew was responsive diligent and always made us feel comfortable discussing the project. We were very happy with the result"
Response time2 days
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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F and D General Home Repairs
5.0(
20
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Farzad has done a lot of major and minor updates to my home such as installing bathroom fans, light fixtures, venting my microwave outside and installing flooring. He found solutions to my water problem and stopped my garage and basement from flooding when it rains. He does excellent work and shows up on time. I would highly recommend him."
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+158

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
4.5(
41
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Artie is not only pleasant to deal with, he is a pro that care about the the details. Our deck and siding work wer handled exceptionally well. I've hired Artie back again for more work. He's easy to communicate with and very responsive. Changes in mid project were done with a clear and professional manner. Unforeseen problems encountered along the way were pointed out and discussed. Working with Artie was a great experience and a good value."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
The Hired Hand
5.0(
13
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We highly recommend "The Hired Hand" (formerly named B Squared Home Solutions). They made numerous repairs to our deck, and completely refinished it. The deck is 30 years old, and now looks as good as new. Also, they repaired a set of wooden stairs leading from outside into our basement. I thought they were beyond repair, but are now fully functional. They started the project on the date promised, kept us apprised of their progress, and finished the job on time and at the quoted cost. We are very pleased with the quality of their work, and plan to have them do future projects."
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ZONO CONSTRUCTION GROUP, LLC
4.7(
13
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I recently hired Zono Construction Services to replace and repair the vinyl siding on the upper halves of two sides of my two-story house that were torn off during a storm. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. They provided me with a fair price and explained everything clearly. The team was prompt and professional and the entire job took two days to complete. I highly recommend Zono Construction Services to anyone needing siding repair or replacement."
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Schenectady, 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 Schenectady, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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