Basement Finishing & Remodeling in Princeton, NJ
Basement Finishing for homes in Princeton, NJ, from MHG Contracting in Hamilton.
MHG Contracting is a family-owned contractor at 2145 Nottingham Way in Hamilton, NJ, run by Shahzeb and Shahmi Malik with a crew of 7 plus subcontractors. We take basement finish work within about 25 minutes of Hamilton, and Princeton, NJ is inside that area.
The median home in Princeton was built in 1965, 64% were built before 1980, and 54% are single-family detached houses (Census ACS 2024 5-year).
What a basement finish with MHG covers
- Moisture assessment, drains and sump systems
- Vapor barriers
- Framing and insulation
- Drywall
- Flooring (LVP, carpet, tile)
- Basement bathrooms
- Wet bars and kitchenettes
- Home theater wiring
- Egress windows
- Built-ins and storage
Permits in Princeton
- Princeton construction office400 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08540(609) 921-7078
Budgeting first? Read the basement finish cost guide, or see past projects.
Basement Finishing in Princeton: common questions
How much does a basement finish cost in Princeton?
A basement remodel in the Middle Atlantic region runs about $60,644, according to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com). The final number depends on how much of the space you finish and whether it needs a bathroom or an egress window. MHG prices your project at a free in-home estimate.
Who issues building permits in Princeton, NJ?
Permits in Princeton come from the Princeton construction office at 400 Witherspoon Street, Princeton 08540, (609) 921-7078. That is from the New Jersey DCA roster of construction offices (as of 2026-09-02). Under N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.14 most renovation work needs a construction permit; N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.7 lists the ordinary maintenance that does not.
How old are the homes in Princeton?
Princeton has about 9,906 homes. The median home was built in 1965, and 64% were built before 1980, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS 2024 5-year). Homes built before 1978 can contain lead paint, so federal rules require lead-safe work practices when a renovation disturbs painted surfaces (EPA, 40 CFR 745).
How long does a basement finish take?
It depends on the size of the job. MHG sets your schedule while the plan and budget are finalized, before work starts, and walks you through progress week by week.
Does MHG Contracting work in Princeton?
Yes. MHG is based in Hamilton, NJ and works within about 25 minutes of the office, which includes Princeton. Call (609) 712-2474 or send the form on this page for a free estimate.
Sources
- Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, Middle Atlantic region, Zonda Media. Checked 2026-09-26.
- Listing of NJ Municipal Construction Code Enforcement Officials (as of 2026-09-02), New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. Checked 2026-09-28.
- N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.14, Construction permits: when required, New Jersey Uniform Construction Code. Checked 2026-09-26.
- N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.7, Ordinary maintenance (work that needs no permit), New Jersey Uniform Construction Code. Checked 2026-09-26.
- American Community Survey, ACS 2024 5-year (tables B25034, B25035, B25077), U.S. Census Bureau, via Census Reporter. Checked 2026-09-28.
- Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Rules, 40 CFR 745 Subpart E, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Checked 2026-09-26.
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