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Basic Basement Co
4.8(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We used Basic Basement Company to finish half of our basement. We were very impressed with the communication they had with us every step of the way! Project went very smoothly! We are very happy with our basement remodel and would highly recommend Basic Basement Company!!!"
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Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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BAS Construction
5.0(
42
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Prime Source Development LLC/Trustworthy Handyman
5.0(
32
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
206
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed some work done in our basement and needed the work done quickly. Called Harvey and the work was done in 3 days and at a fair price. They remodeled our home in the poconos in less than one month and we get so many compliments from our renters. We will definitely use their services again. Thanks Harvey!"
FLOORING
Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
KITCHEN REMODEL
Decks

+151

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
The Better Basement Company
4.3(
31
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We just had our basement finished. Not re-finished but finished for the first time. The house was built in 1924 with a dirt floor in the basement and low hanging pipes, overall a very challenging job. We wanted to turn it to a family room with a full bath, laundry room, closets, etc. Joe's guys (Chico and Javier) did a fantastic job. They are knowledgeable, thorough, thoughtful, and creative. We would recommend them to anyone without hesitation."
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Response time2 days
Response rate95%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CSZ Construction
4.6(
69
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cesar and his crew just finished a remodel of my master bathroom. This is the second major project completed in my home by CSZ (prior kitchen remodel) and once again they exceeded my expectations. Cesar worked with me along the way to come up with the perfect design to ensure all my requirements were met. He is knowledgeable and his attention to detail is second to none. The CSZ crew, Armondo and Benjamin were also a pleasure to work with. They are knowledgeable, trustworthy, and hardworking. They also did an exceptional job cleaning up at the end of each work day. My dog even loves them! I highly recommend CSZ Construction. They will most certainly be back for future projects in my home!"
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OLD DECK
Livinroom
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PREPARING FOOTINGS

+168

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for CHARLY'S PAVING & SEALCOATING LLC
CHARLY'S PAVING & SEALCOATING LLC
4.8(
16
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with Charles Renovations. We dealt with Angel, who was professional and prompt and honest from start to finish. We are very satisfied with the work done on our basement refinish/remodel. Great communication and great workmanship. I recommend Charles and would use them again."
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Response time1 day
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

For most basement remodels, you’ll want to hire a general contractor. This is for a number of reasons, but the main two are that general contractors have dedicated teams they are comfortable with, and hiring one means you only have to deal with one pro. You may also get a better project quote since they can lump all their work and subcontracting into a single quote. 

Lifting a house and adding a basement is one way to add usable square footage. Lifting or jacking a house is a complex process, and it can be expensive, not to mention that you won’t be able to live in your house while it’s lifted, due to safety concerns. Lifting a house should only be done by experienced professionals.

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.

A finished basement must have a heat and electrical supply with an entrance that meets building code requirements, such as a stairwell to the home's main living space. It often must include finished walls, ceilings, and floors. If the finished basement includes a bedroom, it should have a heat source, an egress window, and a closet.

Remodeling, as opposed to finishing, means altering an already finished basement by adding a bathroom, bedroom, or living area.

Unless you have extensive experience in construction work, remodeling a basement is best left to a professional. There are several tasks associated with this project that require exact precision, including:

  • Replacing insulation 

  • Replacing carpet or other flooring 

  • Adding heating and cooling

  • Adjusting or adding walls and doors

  • Altering or adding plumbing elements

If any of these elements is done incorrectly, it could severely impact the quality of your basement remodel and be dangerous. Changing a basement often comes with code safety requirements, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.

The Newark, NJ homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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