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Schenandoah Construction Services
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Utica, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Schenandoah Construction Services is an awesome little company. They are new, but they do great work. They come out and do it right. I've used them on my rentals and he would go out, tell you how much it would cost and take care of it for you."
Basement remodel
Basement remodel
Bathroom remodel
Kitchen remodel
Basement remodel

+3

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cookinham Construction
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Utica, 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"
Old forge
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Old forge
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+9

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Upstate Home Pros
New to Angi
Basement - Remodel

Serving Utica, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Welcome to Upstate Home Pros, we are excited to exceed your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Trip charge varies depending on project. Call us now!

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Town Remodeling, LLC.
4.8(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Utica, 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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Nystrom Contracting LLC
4.9(
9
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Utica, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was so stressed out with being a first time home owner, UNTIL I met Mike and his team! They went above and BEYOND! They helped with so much more than just what they were hired on to do. They literally made my house a dream come true. I love my home now. It went from ugly to BEAUTIFUL in about two weeks worth of time... The remodel was SOOOOOO smooth and came out FANTASTIC! I tell everyone and their mother to use these guys. I cannot thank them enough or give them enough credit. I will use them for all future endeavors. I LOVE these guys! Mike is the bestest and will get what you want done fast and seamlessly. HE IS TOP NOTCH and treats you like family."
Electrical Project
Remodel
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Electrical Project
Remodel

+44

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Since DIYing a basement remodel isn't typically advised, there are some ways that you can still save money on this project without putting yourself in danger. Some ways to save money on a basement remodel include:

  • Painting walls yourself versus including in the cost of the remodel 

  • Installing light fixtures yourself

  • Choosing prefabricated fixtures, like cabinets, over custom ones

  • Choosing a budget-friendly flooring option, like laminate or vinyl flooring, and add rugs where necessary

Some older homes have toilets in the basement to combat sewage backups. This type of toilet, also known as a Pittsburgh potty, acted as a safety valve over the incoming sewer line. If a line backed up, it would back up into the toilet because it was the lowest fixture in the home, keeping it out of sight and away from the finished areas of the house.

Basement toilets were also used by workers with messy jobs, like those who worked in coal mines or steel mills. This way, they could clean up and avoid tracking dirt through their home.

Physically, the most challenging part of finishing a basement is installing egress windows or doors when the space is below ground level. Mentally, the hardest part may be envisioning the project and planning around load-bearing and mechanical obstacles.

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.

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.

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