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Avatar for Basement Finishing by Hartel Constr. Grp., Inc.
Basement Finishing by Hartel Constr. Grp., Inc.
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Martin and his partner Phil were all around fantastic. From day one, Martin listened to what we wanted, asked us great questions, and offered suggestions that made the project even better than expected. His quote for the job was very reasonable, and he stuck to it. Martin kept in constant contact with us and let us know what was happening and when it would happen every step of the way. Martin and Phil's craftsmanship is on display everywhere you look. I will be recommending Hartel Group to anyone I hear is planning a basement remodel."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Ground Up Home Renovations
5.0(
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Preston at ground up home renovations has done not only our basement but countless other projects over the years for us and every time I wish I could give his company 10 stars. I would recommend him a million times over. "
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Mount Holly Basement

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tradesman Construction
4.9(
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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Warranties offered

"I have hired tradesmen builder to remodel by basement. They had done an excellent job exceeding my expectations. They are flexible and Hunter is really accommodating any of the changes. I would definitely go with them for any of my future home remodeling projects."
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+88

Response time1 day
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Blue Mountain Building & Remodeling Inc
4.9(
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Would highly recommend Jason and Blue Mountain. We recently used him for a master bedroom and bathroom remodel as well as renovations to our screened in porch. Jason was responsive and communicated with us every step of the way. He met the timeline and deadlines that were set for our projects. Jason and his skilled employees were friendly, courteous and a pleasure to have in our home. Their work was meticulous and they cleaned up every day before leaving our home. We are thrilled with our upgrades and have future projects planned with Jason and Blue Mountain Building."
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Response time4 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Blue Mountain Building and Remodeling, Inc.
Blue Mountain Building and Remodeling, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Would highly recommend Jason and Blue Mountain. We recently used him for a master bedroom and bathroom remodel as well as renovations to our screened in porch. Jason was responsive and communicated with us every step of the way. He met the timeline and deadlines that were set for our projects. Jason and his skilled employees were friendly, courteous and a pleasure to have in our home. Their work was meticulous and they cleaned up every day before leaving our home. We are thrilled with our upgrades and have future projects planned with Jason and Blue Mountain Building."
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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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MEG Renovations LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Megs was great! She did some work for a friend of mine and I loved it! I asked her to come travel a fees hours to repaint my new house and she did! Great service and great work! Would recommend her to anyone looking to remodel or repaint or even to do an estimate! 100/10 service! "
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Full Kitchen Remodel

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M&S Home Improvements, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Outstanding service and quality work done very professionally. Finished product looks outstanding. I would highly recommend M and S Home Improvements to my friends and family."
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+77

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Dougherty Construction Group, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Have searched around and have called and met with dozens of other contractors with no real feeling of insured quality or pricing. But there was absolutely no doubt once we met and went through our building project with Dougherty Construction that we made the right choice. Communication of every step and event that was taking place was communicated daily by the project manager. Their respect for our privacy was of the upmost, honestly we never knew they were here. If there were any questions or concerns we had they were always addressed promptly. Dougherty Construction quality of work is superior and perfection in everything they did showed in every part of our basement being finished. Seamless finish in drywall, flawless trim, crisp straight lines in painting, EVERYTHING DONE TO CODE, flooring was done to perfection no patterns can be seen as the floor was laid into place. Even after job was done Dougherty Construction team still stay in contact with us.....Great Business All Around."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Out Of The Ordinary Construction LLC
4.9(
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Serving Carlisle, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Out of the Ordinary Construction is a father and son team, they built a deck at the rear of my home after removing some dilapidated steps. They did an outstanding job, I was impressed on their work ethics and dedication to completing the project. They arrived early in the morning and worked until late evening; their professionalism was astonishing and amazing!! My new deck is gorgeous and I am a very happy customer, I will use this company again on a future project and I highly recommend them for anyone needing a project done. They are definitely a five star company!! ?"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Carlisle, PA

Finishing a basement turns unused square footage into livable space and returns up to 70% of what you spend when you sell your home. Beyond that resale boost, you gain a playroom, home office, or guest suite you can start enjoying right away. That mix of daily comfort and solid return on investment (ROI) makes basement finishing one of the smartest upgrades you can tackle.

In some parts of the country—especially lots on swamps, high water tables, or other wetlands—local codes prohibit basements. Saturated soil puts constant pressure on foundation walls and lets water seep in faster than any sump pump can handle. 

If your property sits on waterlogged ground, building on a slab or crawl space is often safer, more affordable, and code-compliant.

Most basements wrap up in four to eight weeks. Framing takes three to five days, with electrical and plumbing rough-ins following over the next week. Add five days for drywall, two to three for flooring, and another week for paint, trim, and punch-list items. 

Delays can happen if materials run late or your contractor’s calendar is packed, so build in a little cushion when you plan.

Whether a finished basement counts toward your home’s official square footage depends on local rules. Many areas only include below-grade space if it has code-approved egress, fully finished walls, ceilings, and floors, plus consistent heating. 

Check with your local assessor or building department before you start; meeting those standards can affect taxes, appraisals, and resale value.

Building codes require a checklist: dedicated heat and electrical service, a code-approved stairway, and at least one egress window or exterior door. Walls, ceilings, and floors must be fully finished and meet insulation, ventilation, and fire-separation standards. If you add a bedroom, you’ll also need a closet, proper clearances, and safe exits. If you change the layout later, be ready to update the space so every new room still meets today’s code.

The Carlisle, PA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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