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Avatar for Crystal Renovations LLC
Crystal Renovations LLC
4.9(
64
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Serving Worcester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pedro is the best. Great price, finished on time and on budget. I would recommend him without hesitation. He finished my basement in record time and the quality of the finishing was top-notch. He's also an incredibly nice person to deal with."
Remodeling - General Project
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+10

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Strong Builders, LLC
5.0(
53
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Serving Worcester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jack and Strong Builders did an amazing job on my kitchen remodel, I love it! I have waited nearly 20 years to remodel my kitchen and could not be happier with the results. I very much appreciated all of Jack's meticulous attention to every last detail and how quickly he was able to complete the job! I would never again use anyone other than Jack and Strong Builders to do work on my home. If you are looking for a professional, trusty worthy and high quality results then I would highly recommend Jack and Strong Builders. Jack was also able to answer all of my questions and provide guidance/recommendations to me during this process. Jack you have exceeded all my expectations on this project!!! I look forward to working with you again on my bathroom renovations. A million thanks!!"
Rear Elevation
Great Room
Kitchen
Kitchen
Screened Porch

+123

Response time10 mins
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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AN Construction
4.8(
17
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Serving Worcester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Sandor and his team are very nice and knowledgeable people to work with. Adding a bathroom and kitchenette in the basement was not easy especially with the town, but Sandor made it very successfully. Thanks again Sandor"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
New Kitchen
New Kitchen
New Kitchen

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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3G's Construction
4.7(
108
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Serving Worcester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Richard to finish our basement and it was a pleasure working with him and his team from start to finish. When we moved into our house, we immediately knew we wanted to finish our basement. To do this, we also knew that we had to deal with our old, not to code, basement stairs. When contractors came to give quotes, most told us that the stairs would be an issue, and one contractor even told us it was impossible (and that it wasn’t worth finishing the basement). Richard not only provided us with a solution for moving the stairs, but he also spent his own time meeting with the town building inspector to go over his proposed plans before giving us a full quote and signing a contract with us. This kind of forward thinking helped us to feel comfortable hiring him to complete the work. It is also worth noting that even though Richard was the only contractor whose quote included moving the stairs, it was very competitive being neither the cheapest nor the most expensive. Throughout the basement remodel, Richard and his team were very communicative and quick to respond to our questions, comments, or concerns. They listened to our ideas and always had great ideas for how to either make what we wanted happen or to propose improvements on what we were thinking about. In the end, Richard helped us to build the basement that we wanted, and today we have a beautiful basement, which includes a laundry room, a library space, and an open area for our kids to play. On top of all of this, we also have a new stairway and a new kitchen pantry where the old stairs were. The new stairs fit in seamlessly, almost like they’ve always been that way. We would gladly work with him again on a future project, and would definitely recommend him to others considering similar projects."
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Before Renovation

+18

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Nova VC Construction & Cleaning
4.8(
56
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Serving Worcester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Giselle, Doris and Alex came to my House for a deep cleaning. And they did just that! They did everything from window wells to Dusting fans. My floors haven’t looked this clean in a long time! They were very accommodating if I asked them to do an odd project. I definitely have them coming back and would recommend this group to anyone."
Before Open Concept Kitchen Remodeling
After - Open Concept Kitchen remodeling
Entertainment TV Stand
Entertainment TV Stand
Entertainment TV Stand

+17

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Taylor Made Contracting, LLC
4.5(
24
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Serving Worcester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went great. The piece of exposed ledge was a real issue for other contractors, but Mike was able to successful remove it and lay down asphalt. Also suggested other items such as laying pipe that I would not have thought of. Would totally use him again if a need arose."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New England Contracting and mgmt inc
5.0(
4
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Serving Worcester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The did great job at good price too, most important 3 big projects and they were in and out couple weeks they were done and im so happy how the house all come together in no time thanks again jo I appreciate you’re work highly recommend."
Bathroom vanity
New kitchen
Custom sunroom
Bathroom 1
 CustomTree house deck

+36

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Worcester, 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 Worcester, MA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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