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We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"They did well, very professional and very unbelievable. Owners are great to deal with. Very satisfied with the service."
Mimes M on November 2021
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"They did well, very professional and very unbelievable. Owners are great to deal with. Very satisfied with the service."
Mimes M on November 2021
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
Specializing in Landscaping, Lawn & Yard Work! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule your free estimate today!(hours will be full time when booking start to get full!!)
"Great job!"
Wendell J on July 2024
Specializing in Landscaping, Lawn & Yard Work! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule your free estimate today!(hours will be full time when booking start to get full!!)
"Great job!"
Wendell J on July 2024
Bitner Brothers Construction, Inc., brings over 20 years of home building and remodeling experience into your home. If you are looking for the right home improvement company for your project, call Bitner Brothers Construction, Inc., today! We have offices in Carlisle, Pa and Lemoyne, Pa to serve the central Pennsylvania area! Call Now For A Free Quote! 717-249-2874
"The deck was installed in the time-frame I was quoted. When it was finished there were a couple items we originally didn't see on the final inspection. I called they came right out within a couple days and all was done. I would have no issue calling them again for any future work I might need done."
jerry g on February 2024
Bitner Brothers Construction, Inc., brings over 20 years of home building and remodeling experience into your home. If you are looking for the right home improvement company for your project, call Bitner Brothers Construction, Inc., today! We have offices in Carlisle, Pa and Lemoyne, Pa to serve the central Pennsylvania area! Call Now For A Free Quote! 717-249-2874
"The deck was installed in the time-frame I was quoted. When it was finished there were a couple items we originally didn't see on the final inspection. I called they came right out within a couple days and all was done. I would have no issue calling them again for any future work I might need done."
jerry g on February 2024
Home Remodeling Pros of Central PA is here to provide service that treats the customer like family and gives the personalized service, top quality home products and expert installation that they expect. Home Remodeling Pros promises to maintain constant contact with our customers to ensure a level of comfort and satisfaction far above the industry standard.
"Nathan, Brandon and Joel worked in 97 degree heat to dismantle our old deck, and build our beautiful, sturdy TimberTech deck in only four days. Alex, Shannon and Ben designed a perfect solution for our space. What a team! We are absolutely delighted."
Craig C on July 2024
Home Remodeling Pros of Central PA is here to provide service that treats the customer like family and gives the personalized service, top quality home products and expert installation that they expect. Home Remodeling Pros promises to maintain constant contact with our customers to ensure a level of comfort and satisfaction far above the industry standard.
"Nathan, Brandon and Joel worked in 97 degree heat to dismantle our old deck, and build our beautiful, sturdy TimberTech deck in only four days. Alex, Shannon and Ben designed a perfect solution for our space. What a team! We are absolutely delighted."
Craig C on July 2024
Thank you for your interest in Burgman Construction! We offer transparent and affordable pricing with excellent workmanship. Make your home renovations and remodeling a cinch with Burgman Construction. We are fully insured and offer labor warranties on our completed new install or replacements projects! Get in touch for design ideas and estimates today.
Thank you for your interest in Burgman Construction! We offer transparent and affordable pricing with excellent workmanship. Make your home renovations and remodeling a cinch with Burgman Construction. We are fully insured and offer labor warranties on our completed new install or replacements projects! Get in touch for design ideas and estimates today.
We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. 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 a free estimate today.
"Job well done, only a few unforeseen obstacles but nothing major."
Josh R on January 2022
We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. 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 a free estimate today.
"Job well done, only a few unforeseen obstacles but nothing major."
Josh R on January 2022
Specialists in complete kitchen and bathroom remodeling, Lancaster Kitchens and Baths can undertake any project from start to finish through a streamlined design-build process that makes your life easier while saving you both money and time. A quality personal touch is front and center of everything we do — delivering exquisite finishes and appealing designs that transform the look of your kitchen and bathrooms.
"Could not be happier!! Pleased with the entire team we worked with- Mark is gifted with tile!! Not only did the remodel the entire bathroom to the studs, the replaced apple in our kitchen at the same time… it’s like a brand new house!!"
Rebecca R on August 2023
Specialists in complete kitchen and bathroom remodeling, Lancaster Kitchens and Baths can undertake any project from start to finish through a streamlined design-build process that makes your life easier while saving you both money and time. A quality personal touch is front and center of everything we do — delivering exquisite finishes and appealing designs that transform the look of your kitchen and bathrooms.
"Could not be happier!! Pleased with the entire team we worked with- Mark is gifted with tile!! Not only did the remodel the entire bathroom to the studs, the replaced apple in our kitchen at the same time… it’s like a brand new house!!"
Rebecca R on August 2023
Family-owned business with over 19 years of experience - Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom- Basement Remodels - Room Additions-
"We were very pleased with our basement finish. Tradesman worked with us to make a design plan that worked well for us and our budget. They were good communicators and did their very best to fix some issues due to inspector’s change in requirements. Would highly recommend."
Douglas T on December 2024
Family-owned business with over 19 years of experience - Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom- Basement Remodels - Room Additions-
"We were very pleased with our basement finish. Tradesman worked with us to make a design plan that worked well for us and our budget. They were good communicators and did their very best to fix some issues due to inspector’s change in requirements. Would highly recommend."
Douglas T on December 2024
Family owned and operated with years of experience. We're known for our quality workmanship in everything we do! Contact us to learn how we'll help you save money while continuing to meet your desired level of excellence. Give us a call, we'll provide you with competitive quotes and advice on how to proceed with your project!
"I have used other contractors in the past this was my worst experience. I called to schedule an estimate and they were booked out 6 to 8 weeks as of March 10 I got an estimate date first week of June the Day of the estimate I received a call if they can reschedule next week they were busy which I agreed upon. The following week they came out took detailed information on what I needed done and stated they had to draw up an estimate and will get back to me. After the third week I started calling to see where the estimate was it took them three more weeks a total of six weeks to get me an estimate and then the estimate wasn’t of the whole project I wanted done. They missed several things so then I got the second estimate which I agreed upon and they stated they will call back with a date for repairs. Second mistake I waited another four weeks before they got back to me with a date on Monday and Tuesday the end of September. They arrived on Monday and Started some of the work I was a little concerned and called Dean Martin co owner and discussed my concerns the following day they did some adjustments and by the time I got there after a four hour meeting in the morning they were gone. Two workers no more than nine hours of work and they stated they will get back to me with someone to do the drywall patching. Granted this was Tuesday no one got in touch with me until the following Wednesday when they asked if they could come in that Thursday which I was out of town. This is incredibly frustrating they are not well-managed in the Their projects. Granted the flooring was nice but the patch work was disappointing for that price entire walls should be replaced not small sections. So now I had to go ahead and hire another contractor to finish the work and the New contractor got back to me the next day. Angie recommended Action Door they were expensive however I thought that came with their work ethics and quality of work which I am far from impressed. I would not recommend this company to anyone. I just lost $4000 down payment incredible"
Donald H on October 2021
Family owned and operated with years of experience. We're known for our quality workmanship in everything we do! Contact us to learn how we'll help you save money while continuing to meet your desired level of excellence. Give us a call, we'll provide you with competitive quotes and advice on how to proceed with your project!
"I have used other contractors in the past this was my worst experience. I called to schedule an estimate and they were booked out 6 to 8 weeks as of March 10 I got an estimate date first week of June the Day of the estimate I received a call if they can reschedule next week they were busy which I agreed upon. The following week they came out took detailed information on what I needed done and stated they had to draw up an estimate and will get back to me. After the third week I started calling to see where the estimate was it took them three more weeks a total of six weeks to get me an estimate and then the estimate wasn’t of the whole project I wanted done. They missed several things so then I got the second estimate which I agreed upon and they stated they will call back with a date for repairs. Second mistake I waited another four weeks before they got back to me with a date on Monday and Tuesday the end of September. They arrived on Monday and Started some of the work I was a little concerned and called Dean Martin co owner and discussed my concerns the following day they did some adjustments and by the time I got there after a four hour meeting in the morning they were gone. Two workers no more than nine hours of work and they stated they will get back to me with someone to do the drywall patching. Granted this was Tuesday no one got in touch with me until the following Wednesday when they asked if they could come in that Thursday which I was out of town. This is incredibly frustrating they are not well-managed in the Their projects. Granted the flooring was nice but the patch work was disappointing for that price entire walls should be replaced not small sections. So now I had to go ahead and hire another contractor to finish the work and the New contractor got back to me the next day. Angie recommended Action Door they were expensive however I thought that came with their work ethics and quality of work which I am far from impressed. I would not recommend this company to anyone. I just lost $4000 down payment incredible"
Donald H on October 2021
Guest house building services FAQs
In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.
Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.
When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.
How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.
Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.
No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.
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