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Whites Painting & Home Improvements
5.0(
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Serving Ilion, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very very well. Mr. White is very experienced in his work and it truly speaks for itself. I’ll be issuing whites again and recommending to all my friends."
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
Hardwood Floor Refinishing
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+13

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Cookinham Construction
5.0(
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Serving Ilion, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am very happy with everything . He is polite and hard working. I'm very pleased with the work that he had done and would hire him again and also would recommend others to use him for their projects that need to be done"
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Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Old forge
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+9

Response time3 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GAST Handyman Services
New to Angi

Serving Ilion, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Have been helping friends, coworkers, family and community with jobs, repairs and remodeling/repairs for years and am looking at expanding into more of a business model than "the guy who does stuff"\nI do free estimates and can usually start working the same week.\nIf you have any questions or inquiries please reach out!\nI also currently have a full time job and am available for work on Sundays and Mondays.

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Town Remodeling, LLC.
4.8(
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Serving Ilion, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Could not have asked for better more professional workmanship. Serge and Nick were always on time and worked from the moment that arrived to the moment they left. When the left the room was clean and Serge was good about explaining what had been done and what they would be doing the next day.The room looks fantastic; better than i ever would have expected. I will definitely hire them back again for our next remodeling project."
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Yes, most general contractors require an initial down payment, typically between 10% and 25% of the total project cost. This upfront payment helps cover the costs of materials, permits, and subcontractors. The remaining project costs are usually billed after specific project milestones are reached or on set completion dates, as outlined in your contract. Be wary of contractors who require a significant deposit of 50% or more upfront, as this could be a red flag for a scam.

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.

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.

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.

A walkout basement is considered to be partially below grade because at least one wall is entirely exposed. In some cases and in specific municipalities, inspectors and appraisers will still count walkout basements as below grade, which means the space can’t serve as living space or be rented out. If you intend on using the area as living space or a separate apartment, you should check with your local building department to make sure it’s legal to do so.

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