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Avatar for Elevated Home Improvements, LLC
Elevated Home Improvements, LLC
4.2(
13
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was very surprised that I had to take care of all the garbage left, after the work was finished. We did not ask and he did not tell us up front who will remove the garbage and there was 12 ,30 gallons bags. Doors that were put in was not painted, and to finish stairs - extra money. ( they were not finished in a professional way) Unfinished area of basement was not protected and there was so much dust that we have to clean. Workers that work for this company are fast and hard working. No complaints here. We asked him to replace 2 ceiling lights with 2 fans . He said it is like 5 hours of work because he needed to install brackets (cost $450). On the end brackets already existed there, he did not needed to install them, everything was done in 1hr and 15 min, and we paid $400."
Response time2 days
Response rate99%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Hubbell's Carpentry & More
5.0(
14
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We started meeting with Chris in winter to plan our project. We met several times to exchange ideas and he was very careful to listen to our needs and to suggest the best ways to achieve them. Once the building began he and his assistant worked efficiently and communicated their plans and progress daily. The work site was left well organized and clean each day and after the project was done. The project itself was to build a Trex deck with solar lighting and to restore power to our barn (the line had been cut when our new well was installed). We are very happy with the finished product and look forward to working with Chris in the future!"
Table
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement

+221

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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F and D General Home Repairs
5.0(
20
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Farzad has done a lot of major and minor updates to my home such as installing bathroom fans, light fixtures, venting my microwave outside and installing flooring. He found solutions to my water problem and stopped my garage and basement from flooding when it rains. He does excellent work and shows up on time. I would highly recommend him."
What I Love To Do For You
What I Love To Do For You
What I Love To Do For You
What I Love To Do For You
What I Love To Do For You

+158

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
4.5(
42
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with Art?s work. Great job! He is reliable, professional, hard working, polite & easy to disscuss changes/problems with. He delivers high quality craftsmanship at a fair price. He finished our project very quickly and even worked on the weekend to finish the job. We would highly recommend."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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ZONO CONSTRUCTION GROUP, LLC
4.7(
13
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I recently hired Zono Construction Services to replace and repair the vinyl siding on the upper halves of two sides of my two-story house that were torn off during a storm. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. They provided me with a fair price and explained everything clearly. The team was prompt and professional and the entire job took two days to complete. I highly recommend Zono Construction Services to anyone needing siding repair or replacement."
Kitchen Addition
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by23%of homeowners
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MRM Construction Services LLC
5.0(
4
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was our first experience with major renovation/remodeling. MRM made the process nearly pain free working closely with us during the process and accommodating requested adjustments throughout. The team was timely, courteous and skilled. While the majority of subcontractors were great, a select few could improve their service. Without question will work with MRM on projects in the future"
16x16 Addition
12x20 Addition
Room Remodel
Master Bath
Bathroom Remodel

+111

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can add a bathroom to an unfinished basement, but you’ll want to take proper precautions if doing so. As with any bathroom addition, you’ll need to make sure that it’s approved by local building authorities first. With unfinished basements, you especially need to keep an eye on proper ventilation practices.

Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.

You technically can paint wires in a basement ceiling, but there are several important safety and code considerations. It's safe to paint non-metallic sheathed cable as long as the labeling remains visible. You can also paint low-voltage wires and conduit and junction boxes to help them blend into your basement. 

However, you should not paint damaged or deteriorated wiring is a fire hazard because it poses a fire hazard. The same goes for painting over high-heat wires that connect to heat-generating appliances or systems. Be sure to avoid painting multiple coats onto any wires, as that traps heat and poses fire risks.

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.

It’s less expensive to finish your basement than it is to build an addition to your home. The average cost to refinish a basement is $32,000 (between $7 and $23 per square foot) while building an addition to your home costs $50,325 ($80 to $210 per square foot). Depending on the size of your basement and other factors, like moving plumbing and electrical, refinishing a basement is a more cost-effective option in most cases.

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