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Belinquete

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Belinquete

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 local quotes requested

Belinquete is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"David and his crew were on time , professional, and affordable. The work was beautiful and they cleaned up beyond my expectations. I would definitely hire them again!"

Jarred M on October 2024

Belinquete is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"David and his crew were on time , professional, and affordable. The work was beautiful and they cleaned up beyond my expectations. I would definitely hire them again!"

Jarred M on October 2024

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H & A HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC

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H & A HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC

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

At H & A HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

"Was an overall good experience. Howard's expertise, skill and knowledge is unmatched. He was professional and his prices were reasonable. I would definitely recommend him for excellent affordable carpentry."

Shauntal E on April 2024

At H & A HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

"Was an overall good experience. Howard's expertise, skill and knowledge is unmatched. He was professional and his prices were reasonable. I would definitely recommend him for excellent affordable carpentry."

Shauntal E on April 2024

Joseph Giglio Construction

5.00(
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Joseph Giglio Construction

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

Accomplish your construction goals easily with the help of Joseph Giglio Construction. Our licensed experts are always ready to assist you with any renovation or building project. Whether you want a custom home or new drywall installed in your office, our team has the skills to get the job done. Call us today!

"I have used them for 25 years there work is beyond reproach."

Leonard L on April 2017

Accomplish your construction goals easily with the help of Joseph Giglio Construction. Our licensed experts are always ready to assist you with any renovation or building project. Whether you want a custom home or new drywall installed in your office, our team has the skills to get the job done. Call us today!

"I have used them for 25 years there work is beyond reproach."

Leonard L on April 2017

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BHI Builder & Home Improvement LLC

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BHI Builder & Home Improvement LLC

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

Builder Home Improvement LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. 20 years of accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They were great, quick and creative."

Gustavo x on July 2022

Builder Home Improvement LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. 20 years of accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They were great, quick and creative."

Gustavo x on July 2022

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JR General Contractor, LLC

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JR General Contractor, LLC

4.83(
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Customers say: Quick response
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JR General Contractor LLC, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Yes they did an excellent job"

Louise R on May 2025

JR General Contractor LLC, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Yes they did an excellent job"

Louise R on May 2025

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Custom Build and Remodeling, LLC

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Custom Build and Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"We had a fantastic experience remodeling many aspects of our house: basement, attic, as well as electrical and plumbing. They went above and beyond with everything. Very trustworthy; the project was completed within budget and on time. A truly smooth experience. I would strongly recommend this contractor to everyone!"

Rebecca M on July 2025

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"We had a fantastic experience remodeling many aspects of our house: basement, attic, as well as electrical and plumbing. They went above and beyond with everything. Very trustworthy; the project was completed within budget and on time. A truly smooth experience. I would strongly recommend this contractor to everyone!"

Rebecca M on July 2025

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LVC LLC

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LVC LLC

5.00(
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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Tibor and his team renovated our living room and dining room to an open floor plan, our laundry room and both our bathrooms that were outdated. He was reliable quick and does quality work. He also has done exterior work on our home when we had to replace the entire half side of the houses siding on short notice due to a leak. I would highly recommend him for any project."

Laura A on June 2025

We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Tibor and his team renovated our living room and dining room to an open floor plan, our laundry room and both our bathrooms that were outdated. He was reliable quick and does quality work. He also has done exterior work on our home when we had to replace the entire half side of the houses siding on short notice due to a leak. I would highly recommend him for any project."

Laura A on June 2025

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Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.

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Connecticut Basement Systems, Inc.

4.67(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

Connecticut Basement Systems is your trusted expert for basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, basement finishing, and foundation repair. Using patented, warrantied products, we provide permanent solutions for your home. Have a wet, flooded basement or crawl space? Tilted or bowing foundation walls? A basement you want to finish? We have a solution. We proudly serve homeowners and businesses all throughout Connecticut & Westchester County, NY. Call us today for a free inspection and no-obligation, estimate. Financing available. Additional phones - (203) 881-5090. Award winning.

"Chuck Stofko was very informative. Was patient in answering all my questions. Spent along time with me reviewing the process and the steps needed to waterproof my basment. I highly recommend him."

Justin F on August 2023

Connecticut Basement Systems is your trusted expert for basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, basement finishing, and foundation repair. Using patented, warrantied products, we provide permanent solutions for your home. Have a wet, flooded basement or crawl space? Tilted or bowing foundation walls? A basement you want to finish? We have a solution. We proudly serve homeowners and businesses all throughout Connecticut & Westchester County, NY. Call us today for a free inspection and no-obligation, estimate. Financing available. Additional phones - (203) 881-5090. Award winning.

"Chuck Stofko was very informative. Was patient in answering all my questions. Spent along time with me reviewing the process and the steps needed to waterproof my basment. I highly recommend him."

Justin F on August 2023

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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

4.75(
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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

4.75(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
103 local quotes requested

Lux Renovations, LLC, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. We've finished over 8000 basements in New England, usually in 2-3 weeks. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 8 years in a row. Something like that does not 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 no-charge consultation and design is available. Give us a call today!

"Lux project manager and staff were great! Great attention to detail."

Brian C on December 2022

Lux Renovations, LLC, has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. We've finished over 8000 basements in New England, usually in 2-3 weeks. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 8 years in a row. Something like that does not 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 no-charge consultation and design is available. Give us a call today!

"Lux project manager and staff were great! Great attention to detail."

Brian C on December 2022

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Vulcan Basement Waterproofing & Flooring, Inc.

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Vulcan Basement Waterproofing & Flooring, Inc.

3.71(
75
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
21 local quotes requested
79 years of experience

Proudly serving Long Island, the Five Boroughs, Westchester, Southeastern CT, Putnam, and Dutchess counties. Our installation methods and products have set the standard for the industry for OVER 70 YEARS. Call us today to schedule your FREE no-obligation estimate to have one of our expert technicians analyze the causes of your water problems and offer solutions. If you have cracks on the walls or floor or ever get water in your basement after heavy rains or melting snow and especially if you are considering finishing your basement, call us. We offer no money-down, no-interest options along with low-interest, longer term payment plans. With HUNDREDS of years of combined experience, you can rest assured that we will give you a dry, safe and useable basement...GUARANTEED!!! CALL VULCAN TODAY (800) 343.4355

"The crew was professional neat clean they explained everything to me and the work was what they said would be and quality work they're very reliable they were on time and very communicative about what the exactly were going to do excellent job if you thinking of doing basement work these are the guys excellent work"

Kel K on November 2024

Proudly serving Long Island, the Five Boroughs, Westchester, Southeastern CT, Putnam, and Dutchess counties. Our installation methods and products have set the standard for the industry for OVER 70 YEARS. Call us today to schedule your FREE no-obligation estimate to have one of our expert technicians analyze the causes of your water problems and offer solutions. If you have cracks on the walls or floor or ever get water in your basement after heavy rains or melting snow and especially if you are considering finishing your basement, call us. We offer no money-down, no-interest options along with low-interest, longer term payment plans. With HUNDREDS of years of combined experience, you can rest assured that we will give you a dry, safe and useable basement...GUARANTEED!!! CALL VULCAN TODAY (800) 343.4355

"The crew was professional neat clean they explained everything to me and the work was what they said would be and quality work they're very reliable they were on time and very communicative about what the exactly were going to do excellent job if you thinking of doing basement work these are the guys excellent work"

Kel K on November 2024

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Westport, CT

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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