Top-rated basement remodelers.

Best basement remodelers near San Jose, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your basement remodel project in San Jose, CA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY SAN JOSE, CA HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon5
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon12
    Verified basement remodels reviews

Top-Rated Basement remodelers in San Jose - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Geico Builders
Geico Builders
5.0(
62
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’ve been working with Geico Builders for the past two years. Initially I’ve met Mila who helped us with our basement drainage issue resolved & built with best drainage solution. At the beginning of September this year Geico Builders started backyard renovation which is contains structural retaining wall about 220 lnf, pavers, composite deck Trex, staircase with beautiful fountain. They completed my backyard project in very short period of time comparison to the amount of work was need it done. Excellent crew & communication with in backyard project. Mila is amazing so much patience and attention to details. I recommend Geico Builders for all your remodeling needs truly is the best company I work so far."
Composite Deck Replacement Trex
Full Backyard Remodel with Outdoor Kitchen
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Deck Replacement Composit
Composite Deck

+270

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Herman Construction Company
Herman Construction Company
5.0(
23
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Karol for a bathroom remodel and Im very happy with how it turned out. Karol was great to work with. Very friendly, professional, communicative and detail oriented. I would definitely recommend him."
Home Addition
Home Addition
Home Additon
Home Additon
Home Addition

+25

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Cal Green Remodeling
Cal Green Remodeling
5.0(
17
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were looking to remodel our kitchen or bath for a few years. We kept getting estimates from different companies and always felt the price was off or the person was not a good fit. Then, finally, we met Shai with Cal Green Remodeling. What a great guy! He is very upfront and honest about what we can expect in terms of cost and work flow. Because of his honest approach, we hired him. We felt he gave us the good and bad and how to resolve the bad as well. In the end, the process was fairly smooth, and the few hick-ups we had, for example, the city and their permit process, were well explained to us at the beginning, so we were ready. Our kitchen or bath looks amazing, and I plan to work with Cal Green Remodeling again. Thanks Shai!"
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California

+51

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Benlo Remodeling
Benlo Remodeling
5.0(
24
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Ben and Lorena to convert my basement into livable space . They added bathroom and bedroom , they repaired a retaining wall took care of all the structural modifications. It was such a smooth process with them and they were very informative . I recommend them with my family members and friends ."
Modern Kitchen Remodel
Modern Kitchen Remodel
Modern Kitchen Remodel
Modern Kitchen Remodel
Modern Kitchen Remodel

+1

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for BUILDERS GROUP & DESIGN INC
BUILDERS GROUP & DESIGN INC
5.0(
21
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Every remodeling project comes with surprises, and ours was no exception. Instead of making excuses, Builders Group came up with practical solutions and kept the project moving. They were honest about costs, transparent about timelines, and handled every challenge professionally. That’s the kind of contractor you want on your side."
South San Francisco
South San Francisco
South San Francisco
South San Francisco
South San Francisco

+139

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired McCormick Home Builders to remodel our living room, and we are beyond pleased with the result. The team was professional, worked efficiently, and Aris design ideas made a huge difference. The room feels so much brighter and more spacious. This was the best decision we made for our home, and we were already planning our next remodel with them."
.
.
.
.
.

+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
Avatar for Gold Bay Builders, Inc.
Gold Bay Builders, Inc.
5.0(
10
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed an additional office space within our home. The concerns were removing an existing fireplace and hearth and replacing the hardwood floor to match what was already there, removing the chimney and patching the roof, moving a heating vent and again, patching the hardwood floors to match, adding an interior door, and moving lighting and electrical outlets. David was onsite everyday to either do the work himself or oversee the work by his subcontractors. They do quality work. The floors look great, the new wall is perfect, the roof was done well, the new interior door was installed well and looks like it was always meant to be there. Also, the work site was always cleaned up at the end of each work day. David is also very flexible, easy to communicate with, seems to truly care about your project, and works with contractors who do quality work."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
31
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After calling a few companies, we found Home pro remodeling. Ariel the manager gave us a good offer for the retaining wall, it was the best offer we received compare to other companies ! His guys are super professional, nice and clean. We were very happy with the experience. If you are looking to remodel your home , Home pro remodeling is definitely the best in the area! They are the real deal."
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 228
Basement Remodel FAQs, answered by experts

Envision the type of bar experience you'd like to create for your guests. For example:

  • Does your basement have enough finished space for bar stools or seating?

  • What type of additional lighting would set the tone for the room?

  • Are there basement windows or an HVAC system?

  • Do you need new plumbing in your basement for a proper wet bar?

  • Could you be happy with a built-in wall cabinet bar rather than a full-scale wet bar?

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

Living in a finished basement is acceptable, but only if the space has the proper points of egress and includes smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors to ensure the safety of the occupants. A good way to ensure your finished basement is suitable for use as living space is to get the basement finishing project properly permitted.

Yes, you can install a summer kitchen or kitchenette in your basement. They serve similar purposes as outdoor kitchens, keeping the main floor of the house cool and providing another space to cook and congregate. Basement kitchens are also a worthwhile alternative for homeowners without much space in the backyard. They come with a few logistical questions to sort out, though, like ventilation and waterproofing.

Making a window in a basement larger costs an average of $4,200. You’ll need to pay an average of $550 to have a structural engineer plan the project, $500 to $1,500 for the installation labor, and an average of $2,200 for the excavation and window well installation. The remainder will go toward pulling permits, installing trim, and repairing drywall on the interior.

The San Jose, CA homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.