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Loyd's Home Improvement

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Loyd's Home Improvement

4.61(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

Loyd's Home Improvement is ready to provide everything and anything your home needs to look and feel new again at affordable prices. With over 25 years of experience, Loyd's Home Improvement has designed and build several Handicapped decks and ramps. Call today for details! Additional DBA - Harold Loyd.

"Harold & his crew, Charlie & Mike were awesome. Came to work on time. They listened to my wants & needs and came up with a plan that worked. Communicated with us through out the process. Their attention to detail was incredible. They went above & beyond their job description. I would highly recommend them on any renovations, they are very talented skilled laborers. It was a pleasure doing business with this company."

John R on December 2024

Loyd's Home Improvement is ready to provide everything and anything your home needs to look and feel new again at affordable prices. With over 25 years of experience, Loyd's Home Improvement has designed and build several Handicapped decks and ramps. Call today for details! Additional DBA - Harold Loyd.

"Harold & his crew, Charlie & Mike were awesome. Came to work on time. They listened to my wants & needs and came up with a plan that worked. Communicated with us through out the process. Their attention to detail was incredible. They went above & beyond their job description. I would highly recommend them on any renovations, they are very talented skilled laborers. It was a pleasure doing business with this company."

John R on December 2024


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CMJ General Contractor Inc

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CMJ General Contractor Inc

5.00(
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

CMJ is a locally owned and operated construction company built on honesty, integrity, and craftsmanship. We treat every home as if it were our own, delivering remodeling and renovation services that combine quality, value, and lasting beauty. We offer a full range of General Contracting and Home Improvement services, customized to meet the needs of each project. Our expertise includes home additions, kitchen and bathroom remodels, full-home renovations, and custom upgrades. At CMJ, we take pride in our superior workmanship and our commitment to customer satisfaction. We aim to build lasting relationships with our clients through clear communication, reliable service, and exceptional results on every job. CMJ — transforming houses into homes with quality you can trust.

"We have used Josh in 3 different homes for l kitchen, bathroom, and basement remodeling. Outstanding work!!!!"

Allen D on October 2025

CMJ is a locally owned and operated construction company built on honesty, integrity, and craftsmanship. We treat every home as if it were our own, delivering remodeling and renovation services that combine quality, value, and lasting beauty. We offer a full range of General Contracting and Home Improvement services, customized to meet the needs of each project. Our expertise includes home additions, kitchen and bathroom remodels, full-home renovations, and custom upgrades. At CMJ, we take pride in our superior workmanship and our commitment to customer satisfaction. We aim to build lasting relationships with our clients through clear communication, reliable service, and exceptional results on every job. CMJ — transforming houses into homes with quality you can trust.

"We have used Josh in 3 different homes for l kitchen, bathroom, and basement remodeling. Outstanding work!!!!"

Allen D on October 2025


"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."

Steven M on June 2021

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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."

Steven M on June 2021


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ACQ Home Improvement

4.94(
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ACQ Home Improvement

4.94(
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Customers say: Quick response
26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"

Curt C on March 2023

With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"

Curt C on March 2023


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Walczak Design & Build, LLC

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Walczak Design & Build, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Walczak Design + Build, is your solution for all your major remodel & renovation needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, collaborative process and superior customer service on each and every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Be sure to check out our projects and references. We're looking forward to speaking with you.

"Derek has been great to work with, each day when they finish working you would never know any work has been going on, so clean. Derek and his crew have been great and if any of my friends that are looking for a contractor I will tell them about Derek."

Wayne K on October 2017

Walczak Design + Build, is your solution for all your major remodel & renovation needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, collaborative process and superior customer service on each and every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Be sure to check out our projects and references. We're looking forward to speaking with you.

"Derek has been great to work with, each day when they finish working you would never know any work has been going on, so clean. Derek and his crew have been great and if any of my friends that are looking for a contractor I will tell them about Derek."

Wayne K on October 2017


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M Builders, LLC

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M Builders, LLC

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed. With 25+ years of experience in construction, Luis Matute and Rony Mendez, longtime friends, decided to put together their skills and found M Builders LLC. Luis holds a General Contractor license, Home improvement license, alongside with other licenses. He has an electrical company and has been supervising construction sites for years now. Rony Mendez, also has an Electrical License with multiple other licenses and has a Security Systems company. He has been supervising construction sites alongside with Luis for years. They have been working together for so long that they do not only consider each other business partners but also family. M Builders is coming to simplify construction for their clients in the State of Massachusetts.

Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed. With 25+ years of experience in construction, Luis Matute and Rony Mendez, longtime friends, decided to put together their skills and found M Builders LLC. Luis holds a General Contractor license, Home improvement license, alongside with other licenses. He has an electrical company and has been supervising construction sites for years now. Rony Mendez, also has an Electrical License with multiple other licenses and has a Security Systems company. He has been supervising construction sites alongside with Luis for years. They have been working together for so long that they do not only consider each other business partners but also family. M Builders is coming to simplify construction for their clients in the State of Massachusetts.


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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

4.83(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
139 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

Lux Renovations, LLC exclusive provider of the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 17 years in a row. Something like that doesn't happen by accident. We are committed to insuring that all of our customers describe their experience with us as "the best contractor experience I ever had". If you are considering a basement finishing project please allow us to show you how Owens Corning has changed the industry with this unique system. A free consultation and design is always available.

"This company is wonderful. They were prompt, the supplies that they used were quality materials, the contractor that worked in our basement was professional, friendly and and so helpful. The work was completed as scheduled and the basement is gorgeous. The family room looks better than I ever thought it could look. We are so happy with work that was done. The family room looks and feels so much better. The insulation that was used has made the room feel warm and pleasant. The family room that we had before was just a room. The family room that Owens Corning created for us is a very special room that we truly enjoy being in. I would recommend using Owens Corning Basement Systems to anyone."

Lyn D on January 2026

Lux Renovations, LLC exclusive provider of the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 17 years in a row. Something like that doesn't happen by accident. We are committed to insuring that all of our customers describe their experience with us as "the best contractor experience I ever had". If you are considering a basement finishing project please allow us to show you how Owens Corning has changed the industry with this unique system. A free consultation and design is always available.

"This company is wonderful. They were prompt, the supplies that they used were quality materials, the contractor that worked in our basement was professional, friendly and and so helpful. The work was completed as scheduled and the basement is gorgeous. The family room looks better than I ever thought it could look. We are so happy with work that was done. The family room looks and feels so much better. The insulation that was used has made the room feel warm and pleasant. The family room that we had before was just a room. The family room that Owens Corning created for us is a very special room that we truly enjoy being in. I would recommend using Owens Corning Basement Systems to anyone."

Lyn D on January 2026


"Everything went well except for the painting of the kitchen. My 2 year old could have done a better job"

Brian H on July 2020

A Boston area full service design/build remodeling firm offering planning and construction of kitchens, additions and other quality home renovations. Visit www.pegdesign.net/portfolio to see more of our projects!

"Everything went well except for the painting of the kitchen. My 2 year old could have done a better job"

Brian H on July 2020


"10/10 recommend! Communication was excellent and their creative take on maximizing the space made the biggest difference! Looking forward to working with them again in the near future."

Tina U on October 2024

Family owned and operated construction company. Specialized in basement refinish and all types of construction services.

"10/10 recommend! Communication was excellent and their creative take on maximizing the space made the biggest difference! Looking forward to working with them again in the near future."

Tina U on October 2024


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Sail Away Properties LLC

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Sail Away Properties LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 local quotes requested

We are a Complete Home Remodeling company. We are fully licensed and insured We handle all projects no matter how big or small. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and quality craftmanship. Call or text us today at (781) 267-1243 We look forward to working with you on your next project.

"Very efficient. Responded immediately. Reasonable rates. Nice job! "

Carol T on November 2025

We are a Complete Home Remodeling company. We are fully licensed and insured We handle all projects no matter how big or small. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and quality craftmanship. Call or text us today at (781) 267-1243 We look forward to working with you on your next project.

"Very efficient. Responded immediately. Reasonable rates. Nice job! "

Carol T on November 2025

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Swampscott, MA

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 Swampscott, MA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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