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Benchmark Home Improvements
4.9(
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Serving York, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so happy that we hired Benchmark to remodel our kitchen! Lee and Ian were professional and knowledgeable, from beginning to end. We were very impressed with their attention to detail. They made our 1980's dingy, dark kitchen look amazing with beautiful white cabinets and granite countertops. We love it! I highly recommend Benchmark and will recommend them to my family and friends. Thank you, Lee and Ian! Sallie and Don M."
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Green Building ECO-CERTIF

+407

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MMP Construction Inc
4.7(
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Serving York, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a very small roof area need to be repaired. I sent request to multiple company to give a service quote. Few of them sent me replies and stated that they are too busy to come. Matt of MMP Consturction's contacted me promptly, scheduled an on-site visit and gave us a quote right away. The work was then scheduled and finished quickly. Matt did great job on reaching out, effective communication, and always arriving on-time. He also gave an evaluation on our roof condition. Also, Eric and Don did excellent job on finishing the project. They are all very polite, knowledgeable, and showed their professionalism. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Matt and his crew. We are very grateful for having them arriving on-time before the winter storm to prevent potential damage of the house. From their react, we see a warm heart. No job is big or small, all jobs are equally important. Understanding the difficulties of others, for the people, been appreciated by the people. Thank you again for your high quality service. We definitively recommend MMP Construction Inc. to anyone for any related home project."
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+154

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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A & D Renovations
4.8(
42
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Serving York, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dennis and Mark did a very nice job on a basement renovation and deck installation. Dennis is very communicative, which is appreciated. They are also good people and are considerate of your home while working. Pricing was very fair, and the work is quality."
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+20

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Groundworks
4.7(
23
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Serving York, ME and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything completed as rescheduled after a weather delay. The crews arrived on time, did the project (2 foundation Cracks, and cleaned up"
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Basement
Basement

+16

Response time12 hrs
159 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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True North Contracting
4.8(
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Serving York, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Our bathroom remodel was a huge task and Costas, Tony, and Pauly did a great job! Very easy to work with and we never minded having them in our house. Their initial quote was exactly what we paid! Definitely recommend and will hire them for future jobs!"
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+66

Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC
4.9(
11
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Serving York, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

\nWe are a full service General Contracting Company who can manage your project from conception to completion. This includes design, permitting and construction. Athough we specialize in providing turn-key services, we can also be contracted to perform any trade service or scope or work. \n\nJason Lajeunesse, owner of JDL Building & Remodeling of New England, LLC, is a second generation building contactor with over 10 years of general contracting and trade experience. This experience and our strong Estimating and Project Planning Skills allow us to deliver our projects on budget and schedule.\n\n

North Andover MA Basement Finish Project
Detached 2 Car garage with walkup
North Andover MA Basement Finish Project
Detached 2 Car garage with walkup
North Andover MA Basement Finish Project

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in York, 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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