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Top-Rated Basement remodelers in Waterville - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter
Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter
4.9(
15
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 10 years of experience in the remodeling industry, Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from remodels to repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Abraham Z. Cates a call today, we look forward to working with you! \nCheck us out on azc.onuniverse.com \n

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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Leviathan Group LLC
5.0(
9
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had our kitchen completely remodeled by Hutchins and Son. Owner Don is great to work with. He was able to provide us with the exact custom cabinets and custom color we were looking for. I highly recommend Don and his son ."
Cabinet
Kitchen Island
Custom Cabinets
Pot Hangers
The Leviathan Group

+9

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
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Abraham Z. Cates Finish Carpenter
4.9(
15
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Abe has it all! Prompt professional and all you hope for when youâ re out there looking. He installed doors ceilings and some wiring. We lucked out big time hurting him!!!"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+21

Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Minks General Contracting
5.0(
10
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Carl was terrific! Very responsive, very tuned in to what I wanted, and flexible about changes. Cannot imagine a better contractor or a better result. Highly recommend, I will certainly be calling on him again."
My Projects
My Projects
My Projects
My Projects
My Projects

+17

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
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Baker Electric and Sons
4.1(
17
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Guys were professional and knew their stuff. Arrived on time,too. Solved my issue in 15 minutes. 'Was completely unprepared for the over $500 bill! My regular electrician was too busy but this was a fire hazard which demanded immediate attention. Wouldn't book with Baker's company again just because of outrageous price."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
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NGF Construction
3.8(
7
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt, reasonable and professional. Good crew. Came up with great ideas on other projects I have in mind. Love my new ceiling, they fixed all the rot in my subfloors and prepped for new flooring. Would recommend for all your weekend projects. Did I mention they work efficiently? what they got done in a weekend probably would have taken a 4 man crew a week. Nick, Gerry and Frank are the crew for you."
Deck rebuild
Deck rebuild
Deck rebuild
Rustic wooden ship lap
Rustic wooden ship lap

+19

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Waterville, ME

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.

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