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Avatar for Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
208
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Staten Island, NY 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
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Done-Rite Contracting Inc.
4.9(
60
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Staten Island, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Danny did an amazing job on my bathroom remodel. He finished on time as promised . He arrived on time, called me back when I asked a question and cleaned up everything. I was extremely happy with Danny and his crew and I would highly recommend him."
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+39

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Proper Contracting NY Inc
5.0(
49
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Staten Island, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hoq and the team handled our bathroom remodel and painted our living room and bedroom. While they weren't the lowest quote we received, their pricing was fair and their easy/fast communication made us choosing them. ​They are licensed, knowledgeable, punctual, and always responsive. Most importantly, they are fully trustworthy and deliver great work. Thank you, Hoq team!"
Bathroom
Exterior masonry and painting
Bathroom remodel
Painting
Bathroom remodel

+350

Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by43%of homeowners
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John Michaels Contracting
4.8(
27
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Staten Island, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We had our basement remodeled by John Michaels. He was very professional and easy to work with. We were always able to reach him when necessary. His ideas were creative and the job came out better than we imagined. Johnâ s assistant Ahmet, is a perfectionist and was very pleasant to have around. Everything was done to spec. We highly recommend John Michaels and we will be hiring him again in the near future."
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Staten Island Deck
Staten Island Deck
Staten Island Deck
Staten Island Deck

+101

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Loja Renovations Fine Carpentry LLC
Loja Renovations Fine Carpentry LLC
5.0(
27
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Staten Island, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This was the absolute best home updates I have ever received they professionalism and efficiency was perfect they are amazing and have already referred them to multiple family and friends will continue to use them for everything in my home more then please all staff were great"
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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P Bright Construction
4.9(
26
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Staten Island, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"PBRIGHT and Ezequiel were outstanding! From the initial conversation through completion they were a pleasure to work with. I recommended them to two other people including my co-op board president. I trusted Ezequiel and the team and they delivered 100%. It was my first time doing any sort of renovation work and they made it easy and simple. Painting, plaster work, fixing base boards, installing lights and plumbing- they did it all at a very fair price and the work was impeccable"
a beautiful shower
a great kitchen
a  great 2 bedroom apartment
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a beautiful kitchen

+63

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Staten Island, 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 Staten Island, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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