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Borrell Construction Service, LLC
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They showed up every day and worked the entire day. Very courteous and friendly. They were accommodating and wanted to please. I am very very pleased with their service and would use them again. They remodeled two bathrooms and did a wonderful job!"
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Siding and Windows
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+95

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
PPHI
4.7(
117
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job, very professional, courteous, and timely. Rob handled everything on my project, the job site was always very clean and tidy throughout. He was punctualand reliable. Most important, he's an extremely nice guy. He's one of those type of people that you feel like you have known forever after having just met him. He is now my go to guy!"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CBD Contracting
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jouseff did a wonderful job He is very efficient, explains everything to be done clearly. I m very pleased with him, and would definitely hire him again, and will recommend him to my friends."
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+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LP restoration & construction LLC
5.0(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"LP Restoration & Construction LLC did a great job remodeling our basement. Lukasz was professional, easy to work with, and made sure everything was done right. The quality of the work was excellent, and we?re very happy with the finished result. I would definitely recommend them."
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JNJ Painting & More - Home Facebook
3.9(
42
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Clarks Summit, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After months of planning I finally decided that I wanted to go ahead and renovate my kitchen along with my downstairs bathroom. I did some searching on local contractors in the area and was fortunate enough to come across JNJ - I have to say what a blessing it was to come across such a company. From the day JNJ came to my home to give me an detailed and informed estimate I knew I was in good hands. Nicholas who handled the majority of the renovation went above and beyond to help bring to life what I had envisioned for months. Not only did he provide excellent suggestions and insight to areas that I wouldn't have even thought of, he went the extra mile showing me materials that cost a fraction of what I was originally intending them to and have an even better appearance. When it came to demolishing the existing kitchen he even showed me where insulation was missing in it's exterior walls and suggested re-insulating to keep my home energy efficient as possible. JNJ truly transformed my kitchen and bathroom into what I dreamed them to be. I am forever thankful for their hard work and phenomenal craftsmanship their team put into my home. Not only did they create something magnificent but their charismatic approach to make sure I was 100% satisfied is unmatchable by anyone I have ever had work in my home before. Can't wait for the next project - Thanks JNJ!!!"
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Response time2 hrs
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Clarks Summit, 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 Clarks Summit, PA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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