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Avatar for SILMAC Construction Inc.
SILMAC Construction Inc.
4.8(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Silmac construction to remodel my basement. They put in a three-quarter bath, kitchenette, and finished the rest of the basement. This included cutting foundation for full size windows, putting in a new zone for heating and cooling system, and all the plumbing and electrical work needed. They were very professional and did an excellent job. I have gotten many compliments on our basement and I will hire them again to do work on my house."
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+11

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Crystal Renovations LLC
4.9(
64
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pedro was very easy to work with. Background: We had a french drain and drainage installed due to flooding. Prior to that work, the basement was already finished, but this work required us to need a new floor and baseboards. We had tile down and wanted to put an laminate down. After talking with Pedro prior to any work being done (during the consult), it was decided to see if it was better to level the floor to the remaining tile or jack hammering all the remaining tile up. We had an idea of the product we wanted, and he was able to recommend a different version of the product that was better that we were not aware existed. Our basement baseboards were tricky. We were told to use PVC wood, but Pedro recommended against it since it was an enclosed space that we would be using and that is known to release toxins. Once work started: Pedro and the men were such hard workers. The time they arrived in the morning could vary depending on if they went to Home Depot first. The time they left depended on how much they wanted to complete before they left. Every night they cleaned up (and this was a space we weren't using at all.) Each day I got an update on the status. While laying the floor, Pedro had to work around drains in the floor. With the french drain, we had this plastic wall trim to have water drain into from the wall. It was very ugly and couldn't be kept as is since part of the tile behind it was destroyed. Pedro worked with me to create a nice looking baseboard with a gap to allow for the water to drain into the french drain. We also decided last minute to make a small cellar room (with stone foundation walls) into a real room with insulation and walls! They were able to get that done as well and it looks amazing. (I didn't rate price, because I didn't comparison shop. I had originally contacted Pedro and got a quote. Then ended up contacting him to find out when he could do it and was told the following week. I wanted the basement job finished before I went back to work so didn't bother to comparison shop.)"
Remodeling - General Project
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+10

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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MMP Construction Inc
4.6(
222
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When we started our plan of remodeling, the first thing we did was the complete roof replacement including kitchen vent & duct pipe installation to the roof, and new installation of attic ventilation. MMP did not only completed it just as agreed but also very efficiently. The crews were friendly, professional, and careful. The jobs were carefully managed and implemented effectively. I was impressed by Matt, who is the manager, and he does an outstanding job in managing the crews and the progress of the situation, and the communication was clear and always to the point. We then moved to initiate a search for a contractor of two bathrooms remodeling after completing the roof and attic vent, MMP was one of the many candidates. Matt has had not only the best idea and proposals but also shown an impressive & professional sense of evaluating the project accurately, including the possible structural modification as well as a competitive estimate of the cost of the build. His proposal included a rebuild of a wall of the bathroom to expand another one adjacent to it. Matt accepted to use my schematic design image (made with a software tool) and a spreadsheet list of the fixtures that I created - as many as fifty items including TOTO, Grohe, American Standard, Panasonic, and IKEA - to start the job (later changed some of them due to local plumbing code compliance) After beginning the bathroom remodel project, Matt shared what jobs will be done with us timely and efficiently via text so that we feel comfortable enough in knowing what is going on while living in the house of dust & noise from remodeling. The crews, Zen and Mark, were very courteous, extensively experienced, reliable, and friendly with excellent communication, sometimes with songs of 80s rock music. They ask me when more precise specifications are needed and notified me when they feel advance notifications are required. When a change is necessary due to inspection, they informed me and clarified what and why. I have never felt uncomfortable in living together with the remodel job which has lasted over four months. The completed two bathrooms were stunning, just as I imagined. Matt, Zen, and Mark have proved their strong & thoughtful expertise and lived up with my request patiently until completion. Great job. A home remodeling project cannot be successful without having a trusted partner, and my experience with MMP has led me to be glad to share my confidence that MMP has a credential to become your reliable partner to manage a construction project together."
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+154

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Five Stars Remodeling
4.7(
9
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Attention to detail is paramount to Five Stars Remodeling. My wife and I had specific plans and this company was able to deliver the plan beyond our expectations."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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A-Z Finish Carpentry, LLC
5.0(
12
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Charles Draleau of A-Z Finish Carpentry as the contractor for a complete walkout basement renovation, including the family room, laundry room and unfinished basement areas. The renovation followed remediation for mold and asbestos. We definitely hired the right person, and could not be more pleased with the entire experience and end results! Charles was great at keeping me informed via text, so we always knew what was happening next. He did a great job coordinating all the work, from demolition, framing, insulating, plastering, plumbing, to installation of electrical wiring, windows, flooring, stairs, shelving and painting. This total basement transformation went along so smoothly, and weâ re so happy with the outcome. Charles is a perfectionist and hires workers, including plasterers, electricians, plumbers, and finish carpenters who also take great pride in their work. I highly recommend A-Z Finish Carpentry."
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+41

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C P Construction and Carpentry
C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
47
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The value for money from C.P. Construction and Carpentry outstanding. Any issues that I had as they were doing the work they quickly rectified. I would definitely recommend them for any sort of remodeling work. We had a complete tear down and rebuild of two bathrooms, with the addition of a shower in one. Everything worked out well. They also tiled the floor in our kitchen and took care of some wall reconstruction in our laundry area."
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bathroom

+20

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Cowboy General Services, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Winthrop, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bruno and his team did an absolutely fantastic job at my new house. Started off just hiring him to do the interior painting, but ended up having him and his team do some tiling/kitchen backsplash, fireplace remodeling, front door and a laundry renovation. Him and his guys were extremely careful and efficient with their work. Cowboy General Services can truly do it all. I will definitely be hiring Bruno and his team again for my next home project!"
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Half bath
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Tile floor

+91

Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Winthrop, 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 Winthrop, MA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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