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Avatar for Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
4.8(
535
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We love our basement remodel. Peter, Alex and his team were here when they said theyâ d be here, completed the job as described, and kept us updated along the way. The basement now looks and feels clean and bright. The additional space doesnâ t feel like a basement at all and is enjoyed by the whole family. We highly recommend Lux Renovations."
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+40

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
174 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
4.7(
176
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"my whole home feels fantastic. very courteous and knowledgeable individuals. I would hire them again for all my basement waterproofing and basement remodeling needs in the future. Its hard to find a family run business with amazing values and professionalism. these guys have it all."
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+129

Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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The TJB Legacy Group, LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Carmello is great. After a flood ruined my basement these guys completely repaired and renovated the space including new french drains, vinyl sheeting behind the drywall, dry locked the window wells and caulked all necessary gaps. Not cheap but they knew exactly what they were doing and since our area has had several storms w record rainfall and my basement has been bone dry. Would use them again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend."
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Monk's Home Improvements Inc.
4.8(
539
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Along with the Monk's Kitchen & Bath Design Studio, we are a full-service home improvement provider. Monk's will help you plan, design, and purchase everything you need for a remodel. Then our expert craftsmen will install everything and our painters will come and complete the job.

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+19

30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Prestige Design & Build Corp.
5.0(
36
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My basement got flooded during IDA, after contacting with couple of contractor I met with Matt, He came on time and explain everything what needs to be done also provide a reasonable price. He started to work immediately with his team. His work was very professional, he did everything as he promised and completed the work on time. He was the most professional, clean and trustful contractor I have met so far. He was always top of the every process and he was paying attention to every small details even I didnâ t see them during the construction. I highly recommend him, I also started recommending him my friends. I will 100% contact him even if I have a small project in the future, Thank you Prestige Design and Build for Beyond Expectation."
Demarest multiple room remodel
completion of renovation
Addition project progress
Rear addition project
Master bedroom suite

+497

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Prime Source Development LLC/Trustworthy Handyman
5.0(
28
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was great to work with. I hired him to renovate my primary bedroom and bath. While the bedroom only needed a basic refresh, the bathroom was a full gut remodel including moving fixtures and windows. During the course of the project, we encountered many problems with infrastructure from prior remodels. He fixed all structural problems, electrical updates, and installed a new window which also required re-shingling the outside of my home and matching the existing exterior paint. He has a remarkable attention to detail, and all work was completed to a high standard. His worked passed all inspections on the first try. He also has a deep rolodex of excellent subcontractors for every piece of the work. The project took longer than anticipated (some of which was due to my schedule, change orders, and delays in materials I ordered), but he was on site every day and was in constant communication with me on every detail. He worked clean and took care with my home throughout the process."
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+1

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
184
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services to execute a full, top-to-bottom renovation of our bathroom at the beginning of March of 2026. This was a major project involving demolition , new flooring, updated electrical and plumbing to accommodate a new layout of the bathroom. The company manager/owner, Harvey, was excellent. He provided a detailed project schedule before work began and proactively communicated every step of the way. The quality of the final product exceeded our expectations. Harvey's attention to detail truly made the difference."
FLOORING
Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
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Decks

+151

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Gomez Vision Construction, LLC
4.9(
57
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am so grateful that I was able to find Jorge after our house was broken in through the sliding door just before Thanksgiving. He replaced the sliding door the next day I called him. He was actually the only one who prioritized this work to meet our emergency need among the contractors whom I had contacted. He also fixed all the others damaged by the burglars. The price was very reasonable and fair. Jorge is a great pleasure to speak with and knowledgeable. He is very detail-oriented at work, pursing perfection on every detail. He always ensured the job was completely finished without question. He did amazing job on everything I asked for that I continued to ask for more projects to be completed, which included painting, window replacement and basement remodeling next year. I would highly recommend his company for any of your home projects."
COMPLETE HOME REMODELING
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master bath
hard wood refinishing

+326

Response time3 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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BAS Construction
5.0(
41
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent finished product. Very enjoyable people to work with on a home project. Highly skilled worksmanship, excellent communications about what’s happeneing and what to expect next. Prompt and courteous. I would recommend to anyone looking to do home remodeling. Very professional."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Basements Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project

+22

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for HD Renovations
HD Renovations
4.7(
101
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Serving Caldwell, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Domenick is a professional craftsman. He kept to a tight schedule, always showed up on time and did a great job. He gave us creative ideas that would work in our space. Domenick and his team were pleasant to work with. From the moment they entered our home they worked a full day and showed up everyday. Domenick enjoys and takes pride in his work. We are extremely pleased with the final result. Our basement bathroom was transformed into an oasis with a spa feel. The main area in the basement and hallway leading to the basement was also transformed into a warm, welcoming living space. The work he performed in 3 weeks was: Build a new shower/tile with a design/create a shower bench/install shower panel/tile behind the vanity with the design trim/install the vanity/move plumbing, gas and electrical for the shower and vanity with light fixture/tile the floor/install a stackable washer and dryer/build out a wall to divide the storage area and heat unit/install a sliding barn door/paint the bathroom, main room and hallway up to the kitchen door/ installed 3 windows, an air conditioner and installed recessed lighting in the bathroom/installed interlocking vinyl flooring in the storage area, main room and stairs (repaired two broken stairs and lots of extras, e.g. installed a lighting fixture in the hallway by the stair landing, a make up/shaving mirror in the bathroom, installed window treatments and assembled a 70 inch TV storage cabinet). We have booked him for future projects. We highly recommend Domenick and his team."
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Bathroom renovation
Accessible shower two days
Complete demo of existing shower or bathtub area completed in two days.
Bathroom and kitchen remodel

+94

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Caldwell, 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 Caldwell, NJ homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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