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CSZ Construction
4.6(
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Serving West New York, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I took a chance with CSZ construction because Home Advisor reviewers were so positive-- and I am glad I did. Cesar, the owner, is a very competent professional who did most of the work himself. He weatherproofed my balcony door, fixed a window and replaced the water line of my refrigerator. His prices are very competitive and he will be my go-to repairman from now on."
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PREPARING FOOTINGS

+168

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Jeffries Building Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving West New York, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marvin, Noel and their team remodeled the kitchen of our apartment, and did a faboulous job. They showed up on time every day, stayed on schedule, on budget, and at the end of each day they cleaned and left the apartment spotless. They are true professional and their job is impeccable and of great quality. I will definitly hire them for any future work."
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+5

Response time4 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.6(
307
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Serving West New York, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have a 72 year old house that has always had a wet moldy basement. Now I have a beautiful dry clean basement thanks to select basements waterproofing. They did an excellent job and were very neat and careful I highly recommend them to anybody that is thinking of having this type of work done"
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+15

Response time1 day
340 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Ernest & Sons General Contractors
4.1(
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Serving West New York, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Customers say: Quality work

Ernest & Sons General Contractors and Landscaping Design\nWe meet all of your residential needs.\n* Landscape\n* Hardscape\n* Shrubs\n* Mulching\n* Planting\n* Top Soil\n* Sod\n* Shrub Removal\n* Spring Clean Up\n* Driveways\n* Pavers\n* Patios\n* Steps\n* Curves\n* Retaining Walls\n* Seal Coating\nWe have over ten years in business and landscape design.\nWe provide experienced quality work at reasonable rates.\nTell us what you have in mind and we will build it for you and your family.\nCall Us!

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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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NEXT LEVEL CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
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Serving West New York, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sure! Here's a paragraph you can use: I recently had my bathroom remodeled by next level construction and I couldn't be happier with the results. The team was professional, efficient, and paid great attention to detail. They transformed my outdated bathroom into a modern and stylish space that I now love. The quality of their work exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend them for any remodeling projects. Thank you for a fantastic job!"
Response time6 days
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You Break We Fix
4.4(
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Serving West New York, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex and Nelson did an excellent job fixing my old basement stairs. Alex responded to my request for service the same day, and completed the project the following day."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Advance Construction And Development
5.0(
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Serving West New York, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Advanced Home Developments was a great experience. They are very professional and knowledgeable about all the aspects of a project. I did two full renovations of apartments with them. In addition, they finished both projects before the deadline date they gave me and are very responsible with the projects . I will definitely recommend them if you want on-time and professional finishes on your project."
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+26

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in West New York, 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 West New York, NJ homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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