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Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc

2092 E Old Philadelphia Rd
4.62(
201
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•Approved Pro

Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc

2092 E Old Philadelphia Rd
4.62(
201
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
468 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

Quality 1st Basement Systems is your local, family-owned contractor for Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps, Basement Finishing, Foundation Repair, Crack Repair, Egress Windows and Egress Stairwell, and Crawlspace Encapsulation too. 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE and free estimates. We have been in business for 25 years and have five star ratings with Google, Yelp, and the BBB. Winner of the 2021 BBB Torch Award for Market Place Ethics and finalist for the 2022 International BBB Torch award for Market Place Ethics. CONTACT US NOW BY CALLING 1-800-768-6745 OR EMAIL US AT q1estimates@q1team.com

"Service was great from sales, to installation, to post installation support. Very responsive, very professional. It's hard to find in this 'space'--there are a lot of shady people in basement water damage/repair, and this place exceeded expectations. We've had our repair in place for 4+ years, with only 1 small issue on a wall seam crack, and that was fixed within 24 hours of reporting the issue. Stand up place! Thank you for such great service and support."

john m on January 2024

Quality 1st Basement Systems is your local, family-owned contractor for Basement Waterproofing, Sump Pumps, Basement Finishing, Foundation Repair, Crack Repair, Egress Windows and Egress Stairwell, and Crawlspace Encapsulation too. 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE and free estimates. We have been in business for 25 years and have five star ratings with Google, Yelp, and the BBB. Winner of the 2021 BBB Torch Award for Market Place Ethics and finalist for the 2022 International BBB Torch award for Market Place Ethics. CONTACT US NOW BY CALLING 1-800-768-6745 OR EMAIL US AT q1estimates@q1team.com

"Service was great from sales, to installation, to post installation support. Very responsive, very professional. It's hard to find in this 'space'--there are a lot of shady people in basement water damage/repair, and this place exceeded expectations. We've had our repair in place for 4+ years, with only 1 small issue on a wall seam crack, and that was fixed within 24 hours of reporting the issue. Stand up place! Thank you for such great service and support."

john m on January 2024

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R.A BARKER

313 S Walnut St
4.67(
12
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•Approved Pro

R.A BARKER

313 S Walnut St
4.67(
12
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
67 local quotes requested

R a Barker general contractor home remodeling. We offer everything from the ground up foundations, concrete, framing, siding, roofing, windows all interior work drywall, painting, trim, full kitchens, bathrooms additions to small handyman services. We want to provide quality services at a fair prices we sell products and services that home owners want or need nothing they dont. We have been servicing the area for more then 18 years owner operated small business

"It was completed on time and beautifully"

Danielle L on February 2023

R a Barker general contractor home remodeling. We offer everything from the ground up foundations, concrete, framing, siding, roofing, windows all interior work drywall, painting, trim, full kitchens, bathrooms additions to small handyman services. We want to provide quality services at a fair prices we sell products and services that home owners want or need nothing they dont. We have been servicing the area for more then 18 years owner operated small business

"It was completed on time and beautifully"

Danielle L on February 2023

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All Angles

4.00(
4
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All Angles

4.00(
4
)
•Approved Pro
260 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

At All Angles Home Remodeling, we specialize in bringing your home improvement dreams to life with precision and expertise. With over 27 years of experience in the industry, we have built a reputation for providing high-quality, reliable, and affordable services to homeowners in the Middletown, DE community. Whether you're looking to remodel your kitchen, transform your bathroom, or finish your basement, our skilled team is committed to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations. We take pride in offering a wide range of remodeling services tailored to meet your unique needs. From window and door installations to intricate design work, our passion for home renovation shines through in every project.

"Not good, the contractor showed up late, if at all. He installed cracked tiles, built a crooked knee wall, tiles were loose, left the place a mess, and damaged the carpet. Upon exiting the home after being fired, he vandalized the property. He scratched the new shower pan and tub with a box cutter. I criminal charge is pending due to the damage."

John B on August 2025

At All Angles Home Remodeling, we specialize in bringing your home improvement dreams to life with precision and expertise. With over 27 years of experience in the industry, we have built a reputation for providing high-quality, reliable, and affordable services to homeowners in the Middletown, DE community. Whether you're looking to remodel your kitchen, transform your bathroom, or finish your basement, our skilled team is committed to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations. We take pride in offering a wide range of remodeling services tailored to meet your unique needs. From window and door installations to intricate design work, our passion for home renovation shines through in every project.

"Not good, the contractor showed up late, if at all. He installed cracked tiles, built a crooked knee wall, tiles were loose, left the place a mess, and damaged the carpet. Upon exiting the home after being fired, he vandalized the property. He scratched the new shower pan and tub with a box cutter. I criminal charge is pending due to the damage."

John B on August 2025

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Weber Home Improvement

5.00(
18
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•Approved Pro

Weber Home Improvement

5.00(
18
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 years of experience

Weber Home Improvements is a family-owned business that has been providing high-quality home improvement services for over 30 years. We specialize in bathroom and kitchen remodeling, custom trim work, doors, window replacement, decks, and more. Our team of craftsmen are dedicated to making sure that each project is completed to the highest standards. At Weber Home Improvements, we believe in treating each customer like family. Our goal is to provide you with the best quality work, while also making sure that your project is completed on time and within budget. We take pride in our work and look forward to having the opportunity to help you with your home improvement needs.

"My bathroom needed replacement not remodeling. Taken down to the studs, literally everything from the walls, ceiling, floor and shower stall needed replacement. A significant amount of both plumbing and electrical work was required. The quality of the work is outstanding. I would highly recommend this business and will not hesitate to use them in the future."

Danny O on June 2025

Weber Home Improvements is a family-owned business that has been providing high-quality home improvement services for over 30 years. We specialize in bathroom and kitchen remodeling, custom trim work, doors, window replacement, decks, and more. Our team of craftsmen are dedicated to making sure that each project is completed to the highest standards. At Weber Home Improvements, we believe in treating each customer like family. Our goal is to provide you with the best quality work, while also making sure that your project is completed on time and within budget. We take pride in our work and look forward to having the opportunity to help you with your home improvement needs.

"My bathroom needed replacement not remodeling. Taken down to the studs, literally everything from the walls, ceiling, floor and shower stall needed replacement. A significant amount of both plumbing and electrical work was required. The quality of the work is outstanding. I would highly recommend this business and will not hesitate to use them in the future."

Danny O on June 2025

Tile Pros Home Improvements LLC

1704 School Ln
5.00(
50
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•Approved Pro

Tile Pros Home Improvements LLC

1704 School Ln
5.00(
50
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
426 local quotes requested

Thank you for visiting Tile Pro S. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have. Let us tell you a little about ourselves. Our priority and what we strive for is to give you the best service, professionally, respectfully, being punctual and clean. We would like to be able to service your home in a variety of areas and continue to build long lasting business relationships in which you would feel confident to refer a friend or family. We have over 15 years of experience and our goal is always to have a happy customer! Thank you!

"They did a good job removing the existing tile and installing the new hexagon shaped tiles in the foyer. I would use them again for other projects."

Kalloyan S on July 2025

Thank you for visiting Tile Pro S. We are more than happy to answer any questions you may have. Let us tell you a little about ourselves. Our priority and what we strive for is to give you the best service, professionally, respectfully, being punctual and clean. We would like to be able to service your home in a variety of areas and continue to build long lasting business relationships in which you would feel confident to refer a friend or family. We have over 15 years of experience and our goal is always to have a happy customer! Thank you!

"They did a good job removing the existing tile and installing the new hexagon shaped tiles in the foyer. I would use them again for other projects."

Kalloyan S on July 2025

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AW Viohl Contracting LLC

950 Ridge Road
4.71(
21
)
•Approved Pro

AW Viohl Contracting LLC

950 Ridge Road
4.71(
21
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
99 local quotes requested

AW Viohl Contracting is a local, family owned and operated business. We have built our reputation one quality project at a time. No job is too big or small. We are a fully licensed, insured and bonded general contracting firm specializing in home improvements, repairs, and renovations. The list below details many of the services we offer, major and minor, but is by no means a comprehensive list. Call us to discuss your next project.

"Very well! Everyone performed the work very well and cleaned up after. They added a sunroom for me last year and I had such a good experience with them that when we needed some kitchen renovations done, I called Andrew again."

Dawn F on November 2021

AW Viohl Contracting is a local, family owned and operated business. We have built our reputation one quality project at a time. No job is too big or small. We are a fully licensed, insured and bonded general contracting firm specializing in home improvements, repairs, and renovations. The list below details many of the services we offer, major and minor, but is by no means a comprehensive list. Call us to discuss your next project.

"Very well! Everyone performed the work very well and cleaned up after. They added a sunroom for me last year and I had such a good experience with them that when we needed some kitchen renovations done, I called Andrew again."

Dawn F on November 2021

First State Bath

Unknown
4.74(
19
)
•Approved Pro

First State Bath

Unknown
4.74(
19
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
320 local quotes requested

We are proud to offer the same quality and craftsmanship as many of the larger bathroom remodeling companies at a lower price and without sacrificing customer satisfaction. First State Bath is owned and operated by Mike Tate and Joe Augustine, who together have over twenty-eight years of bathroom remodeling experience, with over 3,000 bathroom renovations sold and completed

"I hired First State Bath for converting a bath tub to a walk-in shower. I feel so thankful to them from introduction through job completing. They listened carfully to my requests and proposed a small suggestion, but it turned out very special to my need. It was choice of 54" long instead of 60". It adds space for easy moving in the bathroom. It might have no impact to most people, but is very helpful and special in my situation. The project is worked out very well with on time, clean and high quality. They did great job at very reasonable cost."

Meng J on February 2025

We are proud to offer the same quality and craftsmanship as many of the larger bathroom remodeling companies at a lower price and without sacrificing customer satisfaction. First State Bath is owned and operated by Mike Tate and Joe Augustine, who together have over twenty-eight years of bathroom remodeling experience, with over 3,000 bathroom renovations sold and completed

"I hired First State Bath for converting a bath tub to a walk-in shower. I feel so thankful to them from introduction through job completing. They listened carfully to my requests and proposed a small suggestion, but it turned out very special to my need. It was choice of 54" long instead of 60". It adds space for easy moving in the bathroom. It might have no impact to most people, but is very helpful and special in my situation. The project is worked out very well with on time, clean and high quality. They did great job at very reasonable cost."

Meng J on February 2025

Handyman Guy

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro

Handyman Guy

5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
433 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"I am 100 % satisfied with the work Handyman Guy and his crew did in my kitchen and bathroom remodel. In fact, I have hired them again and again for many things throughout my home. Very professional and highly skilled. I would recommend The Handyman Guy for anyone looking for quality renovations and repairs."

Krista Z on April 2023

We guarantee your satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"I am 100 % satisfied with the work Handyman Guy and his crew did in my kitchen and bathroom remodel. In fact, I have hired them again and again for many things throughout my home. Very professional and highly skilled. I would recommend The Handyman Guy for anyone looking for quality renovations and repairs."

Krista Z on April 2023

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Lux Renovations LLC

60 Shawmut Rd
4.43(
119
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•Approved Pro

Lux Renovations LLC

60 Shawmut Rd
4.43(
119
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1274 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

Lux Renovations is the exclusive New England provider of the award winning Owens Corning Basement Finishing System. We have multiple full time crews waiting to help you with your project today. From Cape Cod and the Islands to Greenwich Connecticut, Framingham Massachusetts to Hampton New Hampshire and all points in between. We have helped thousands of homeowners transform their unused basements into warm, inviting spaces to be enjoyed by family and friends for decades to come. Finishing your basement not only adds value to your home but greatly increases functionality. Whether you’re looking for a workout room, an office, or an additional space to entertain, we can have your brand new space built and ready for use in just a few weeks, NOT months. Call to schedule an appointment to unlock the full potential of your basement. 800-639-3008

"Everything went very smoothly. The workers were prompt, efficient, and friendly. The quality of the work was excellent."

Selina W on February 2025

Lux Renovations is the exclusive New England provider of the award winning Owens Corning Basement Finishing System. We have multiple full time crews waiting to help you with your project today. From Cape Cod and the Islands to Greenwich Connecticut, Framingham Massachusetts to Hampton New Hampshire and all points in between. We have helped thousands of homeowners transform their unused basements into warm, inviting spaces to be enjoyed by family and friends for decades to come. Finishing your basement not only adds value to your home but greatly increases functionality. Whether you’re looking for a workout room, an office, or an additional space to entertain, we can have your brand new space built and ready for use in just a few weeks, NOT months. Call to schedule an appointment to unlock the full potential of your basement. 800-639-3008

"Everything went very smoothly. The workers were prompt, efficient, and friendly. The quality of the work was excellent."

Selina W on February 2025

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Martin's Home Improvement

508 Philadelphia Pike
4.92(
79
)
•Approved Pro

Martin's Home Improvement

508 Philadelphia Pike
4.92(
79
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
412 local quotes requested

I have been doing home remodeling for 12 years Please call us for all your home remodeling needs 100% quality work guaranteed

"Martin's got it done right, on budget and on time. Martin and Ivan were great to work with. We love our new bathroom and connecting room. They did drywall, flooring, toilet and sink/vanity install."

Cameron B on September 2025

I have been doing home remodeling for 12 years Please call us for all your home remodeling needs 100% quality work guaranteed

"Martin's got it done right, on budget and on time. Martin and Ivan were great to work with. We love our new bathroom and connecting room. They did drywall, flooring, toilet and sink/vanity install."

Cameron B on September 2025

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in Bear, DE

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

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