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Sure-Fix Remodeling
4.7(
384
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Washington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sure-Fix surpassed my expectations of what a finished basement should look like. Everything went smoothly and met all of our needs. Tony and Henry were extremely knowledgeable and gave us great suggestions. We will definitely hire Sure-Fix again for any other remodeling projects we have in the future."
BCI Walk-in Shower Install
Installing our first GAF roof!
BCI Walk-in Shower
Rustic Boho Basement remodel
Built-in shelves and Fireplace install to update out=dated living room

+45

Response time11 hrs
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Owens Corning Basement Finishing System
4.5(
746
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Washington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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 rate100%
251 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Restored NJ
4.8(
19
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Washington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Restored NJ is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Restored NJ LLC
5.0(
4
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Washington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Restored NJ is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Modern Home Improvements, Corp.
4.2(
9
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Washington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Modern Home Improvements Corp, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Modern Home Improvements Corp looks forward to earning your business!\nEstimates are free. \nIf a consultation is provided there will be a fee based on the amount of time spent with the client at the property. A Fee will be collected by the representative of The Company at the end of the conciliation. \nPlease note if any fee is collected it will be Partially credited to a signed contract on the first week of the project start.

Amazing Kitchen with upgrades
Kitchen Without upgrades
hardwood Flooring done right
after with new matching Floor
before without the upgrades

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
LJL General Contracting, LLC
5.0(
3
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Washington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

LJL General Contracting, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Beyond Measure Home Improvements, LLC
5.0(
4
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Washington, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time4 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Framing a basement takes three to five days, on average, when completed by a professional, though it may take longer for a larger space. Keep in mind this doesn’t include the time to complete the design, obtain permits, and install the drywall on the framing. On average, fully finishing a basement takes an average of 45 days.

Egress windows or doors are required in finished basements to meet safety and building codes. If your basement is unfinished and used as a storage space, egress windows are not required, but anything considered a habitable space must have an additional point of egress in addition to the stairs.

The average cost of remodeling a basement is $30 to $75 per square foot. If your space is unfinished and looks like it may need more help, use the higher number when calculating your estimated basement remodeling costs. A good rule of thumb is to add an additional 20% to the top of your estimate to cover any “what if” situations.

The time it takes to finish or remodel a basement can vary significantly, ranging from a few weeks to several months or even up to a year. On average, the construction phase can take four to eight weeks, but the total project time can extend to three or four months when including planning and permits. The timeline depends on several factors, including the basement's size, design complexity, the scope of the work, and your contractor's availability. A more detailed breakdown for an average-sized basement might include: framing (3-5 days), electrical and rough-in plumbing (3-5 days), drywall installation (5 days), flooring (2-3 days), and final touches like painting and trim (about a week). If preliminary work like installing a waterproofing system or addressing structural issues is needed, the timeline could extend to six to twelve months. Factors like difficult access, material transport, and ventilation needs can also add to the project's duration.

Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms. 

Finishing a basement is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.

Remodeling a basement means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring.

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