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

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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%
196 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Monk's Home Improvements Inc.
4.8(
539
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Serving South Orange, 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.

Recessed Shelving
Reach-In Closets
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+19

48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
184
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EXCELLENT work they painted entire house very clean and on time and very professional They did my walls painted I have used them in the past to do my floors and remodel kitchen. Harvey is very professional and explains everything in detail. His work is very clean. I will definitely use him again in future and also recommend him to family & friends"
FLOORING
Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
KITCHEN REMODEL
Decks

+151

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Prime Source Development LLC/Trustworthy Handyman
5.0(
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike Melia helped us remodel our powder room. He suggested places to buy toilet and faucets and installed those and our new sink, cabinet, light and ceramic tile floor. Price was more than reasonable and Mike’s near obsessive attention to detail really paid off. We get lots of compliments on the work."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gomez Vision Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jorge and his team were awesome from start to finish. I reached out to them for a company to frame and drywall my basement remodel, but after meeting with Jorge I knew the could handle the entire job from demo to finish. Jorge was great to work with and his team was great as well. Jorge can handle any project that your home may need. Highly recommend this company."
COMPLETE HOME REMODELING
job#387 house renovation
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master bath
hard wood refinishing

+326

Response time3 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Home Quality Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a very smooth, professional experience with Home Quality Remodeling. The office has great customer service skills, the Renovation Specialist was punctual and was very knowledgeable. I feel confident in the capabilities of this company, highly recommend."
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Kitchen Remodeling

+61

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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American Home Remodeling Inc
4.9(
473
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"American home remodeling Inc was amazing to work woth. Very professional and remodeling to perfection. Mark wad an outstanding person to work with. Definitely recommend!"
Driveways - Asphalt Project
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19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CSZ Construction
4.9(
46
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cesar remodeled our basement, and we cannot be happier with his work! He worked with us the whole way to make sure we were happy with the work. He even put a custom wine rack in. The new basement is so beautiful and we get so many compliments. He has done work for us before and he does excellent work, is always available and easy to reach, and has a professional and kind team of workers. Thank you Cesar!!"
 ALL COLUMNS FINISH
OLD DECK
Livinroom
 PAINTING
PREPARING FOOTINGS

+168

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JM Contracting Group, LLC
4.9(
71
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Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"JM did a fantastic job. About 13 years ago, while living at our previous residence: JM remodeled and modernized our full Kitchen, two full bathrooms and, after many tries by other contractors, he was able to stop a leak from our roof at no charge. About 10 years ago, at our current residence , JM remodeled and modernized our full kitchen and did a unique job of updating 4 large sliding closet doors. He removed the cheap inserts, and replaced them with 1/4” high quality plywood into the frames. He then, using wood molding, he made the face of the doors look like real wood doors. Doors were stained and look like expensive oak doors! JM comes up with excellent suggestions, alternatives, and expense saving ideas. We plan on relying on his expertise when we’re ready to upgrade our Patio. All the best to JM Group!"
West Windsor NJ
First Floor MakeOver
Springfield Makeover
Master Bedroom
Living Rm

+55

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in South Orange, 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 South Orange, NJ homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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