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Avatar for Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
4.5(
745
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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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+40

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
260 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prime Source Development LLC/Trustworthy Handyman
5.0(
32
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was great to work with. I hired him to renovate my primary bedroom and bath. While the bedroom only needed a basic refresh, the bathroom was a full gut remodel including moving fixtures and windows. During the course of the project, we encountered many problems with infrastructure from prior remodels. He fixed all structural problems, electrical updates, and installed a new window which also required re-shingling the outside of my home and matching the existing exterior paint. He has a remarkable attention to detail, and all work was completed to a high standard. His worked passed all inspections on the first try. He also has a deep rolodex of excellent subcontractors for every piece of the work. The project took longer than anticipated (some of which was due to my schedule, change orders, and delays in materials I ordered), but he was on site every day and was in constant communication with me on every detail. He worked clean and took care with my home throughout the process."
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+1

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Monk's Home Improvements Inc.
4.7(
600
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.

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+19

77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Bonus Home Remodeling
5.0(
29
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired Bonus Home Remodeling to remodel our unfinished basement. Rob and his team were outstanding to work with from the onset of the project. They worked with us to make final design decisions, and throughout the entire project they had a large white board set up in the basement outlining a timeline of the projects so we always knew what was coming up next. They arrived at the same time everyday and left at the same time everyday which made it easy to live through such a big project taking place in your home. Rob and his team made everything convenient and easy for us. Any issues or questions that came up were addressed immediately and always ensured that we were happy before moving forward. The finished project is exactly what we were hoping for! It is gorgeous and the quality of the work is excellent."
Stairs
Basement
Basement
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prestige Design & Build Corp.
5.0(
40
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I worked with Prestige on a few, somewhat unique, projects recently, including renovating an old detached garage and fixing up my basement after a French drain/sump pump install. It was definitely a 5 star experience. Matt seemed more like a partner than a contractorâ ¦he brought creative solutions and ideas to the project, was transparent with updates and showing off milestones as they were completed, and even went the extra mile to ensure quality (example: he insisted that siding be sent back because it did not quite match the rest of the house). He also hooked me up with a custom side door for my EV charger cord that is going to make charging outside so much easier. I will definitely be hitting him / Prestige up again in the future."
Demarest multiple room remodel
completion of renovation
Addition project progress
Rear addition project
Master bedroom suite

+542

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
203
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EXCELLENT work they painted entire house very clean and on time and very professional They did my walls painted I have used them in the past to do my floors and remodel kitchen. Harvey is very professional and explains everything in detail. His work is very clean. I will definitely use him again in future and also recommend him to family & friends"
FLOORING
Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
KITCHEN REMODEL
Decks

+151

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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CSZ Construction
4.6(
69
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cesar remodeled our basement, and we cannot be happier with his work! He worked with us the whole way to make sure we were happy with the work. He even put a custom wine rack in. The new basement is so beautiful and we get so many compliments. He has done work for us before and he does excellent work, is always available and easy to reach, and has a professional and kind team of workers. Thank you Cesar!!"
 ALL COLUMNS FINISH
OLD DECK
Livinroom
 PAINTING
PREPARING FOOTINGS

+168

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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The TJB Legacy Group, LLC
4.9(
39
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Carmello is great. After a flood ruined my basement these guys completely repaired and renovated the space including new french drains, vinyl sheeting behind the drywall, dry locked the window wells and caulked all necessary gaps. Not cheap but they knew exactly what they were doing and since our area has had several storms w record rainfall and my basement has been bone dry. Would use them again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend."
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gomez Vision Construction, LLC
4.4(
81
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am so grateful that I was able to find Jorge after our house was broken in through the sliding door just before Thanksgiving. He replaced the sliding door the next day I called him. He was actually the only one who prioritized this work to meet our emergency need among the contractors whom I had contacted. He also fixed all the others damaged by the burglars. The price was very reasonable and fair. Jorge is a great pleasure to speak with and knowledgeable. He is very detail-oriented at work, pursing perfection on every detail. He always ensured the job was completely finished without question. He did amazing job on everything I asked for that I continued to ask for more projects to be completed, which included painting, window replacement and basement remodeling next year. I would highly recommend his company for any of your home projects."
COMPLETE HOME REMODELING
job#387 house renovation
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master bath
hard wood refinishing

+326

Response time3 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Short Hills, 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 Short Hills, NJ homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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