"Don, Joe, and Matt are the guys you need for any home interior improvement work. These guys installed new vinyl plank flooring for us and did a fantastic job. They kept me informed on the details of the work and answered any questions I had. Our basement walls aren't exactly square in some places (be careful who you hire - it wasn't these guys) but they installed the floor with care and in a way that didn't make the uneven walls obvious. We liked the work so much, we had them back a week later to do the baseboards and door trim we were planning to do ourselves. In fact, we have another project in mind for the summer and I know we will be talking to these guys when it's time. Thanks Don, Joen and Matt for a job well done!"
"Very well! The work was done quickly, professionally, and great clean up after the job was completed, we are very pleased with the results and would recommend High Tech and definitely use them again "
"They did everything we wanted and were always thinking about ways to make areas better while keeping costs in mind. Always tried to do their best work."
"Amanda was really very good! At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it. It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about. I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!
"We were very pleased with AJ's work ethic. He was punctual, knowledgeable, pleasant, and very neat. His prices were also very reasonable. We were very pleased with our 12' x 30' composite deck. We would highly recommend him, and we already have."
AtTotal Basement Finishing Of WNY we take pride in reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We the industry leader in basement remodeling and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n
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.
Efficient appliance positioning, optimizing existing plumbing, and sourcing energy-efficient materials reduce financial impact and increase sustainability.
The cost of finishing a basement is about $18,400 on average. As you can see, the framing portion of this project costs less, because you’re essentially just dealing with laying the foundation for a finished basement. The finishing portion of the project involves a lot more intricate work and design, as well as high-end materials.
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.
Professional remodelers streamline the process, manage permits, and handle renovations efficiently—significantly mitigating risk while maintaining standards.
The Fillmore, NY homeowners’ guide to basement remodels
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Hiring a bad basement remodeler can wreak havoc on the look and longevity of your unfinished space. Here are red flags to look for as you vet basement contractors.