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J.Garrison property maintenance
New to Angi

Serving Watertown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Here at J.Garrison property maintenance we specialize in landscaping and general property maintenance we take much pride in our work to ensure our customers high quality and reliability we specialize in lawn care, spring /fall clean up, tree trimming, mulch/topsoil, also retaining walls and small concrete jobs

Backyard restoration
Backyard restoration
Backyard restoration
Lawn care 2025
Lawn care 2025

+5

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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High Tech Construction Co
4.3(
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Serving Watertown, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well!  The work was done quickly, professionally, and great clean up after the job was completed, we are very pleased with the results and would recommend High Tech and definitely use them again
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Wood Stoop
Limestone Stoop
brownstone stoop and facade restoration

+20

Recommended by81%of homeowners
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JGP Carpentry and Construction
4.6(
41
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Serving Watertown, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Harriengers contracting Mike, Tom and Joe are friendly and courteous. Project was completed better then excepted. Will hire to do next project. Highly recommend."
bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
laminate flooring
Sliding door

+13

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Grace Jane Contracting
4.7(
12
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Serving Watertown, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon is a skilled, smart electrician. I was impressed with his ability to solve some difficult electrical issues at the house, as well as his diligence. He communicated clearly with me about the work as it progressed. The house is much safer and fully operational now, thanks to Brandon."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Watertown, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Amanda was really very good!  At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it.  It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about.  I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Watertown, NY

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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