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Avatar for Basic Basement Co
Basic Basement Co
122 Park Ave
4.83(
314
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Approved Pro
Basic Basement Co
122 Park Ave
4.83(
314
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 local quotes requested

With over 40 years combined experience, we provide complete Basement remodeling and finishing services with Free estimates and no-nonsense pricing. We will give you the Basement you've always wanted by transforming your previously unfinished Basement into a usable and comfortable living area you can be proud of. We are known for constant communication and on-site project management.

"We had an amazing experience working with the Basic Basement Company! They finished our small basement and did a wonderful job. The project coordinator kept the work on track and communicated often. Each crew was punctual, professional, and treated our home with respect. We received compliments from every inspector on the quality of the work throughout the project. Don’t hesitate to call The Basic Basement Company for your next project!"

Brent V on May 2025

With over 40 years combined experience, we provide complete Basement remodeling and finishing services with Free estimates and no-nonsense pricing. We will give you the Basement you've always wanted by transforming your previously unfinished Basement into a usable and comfortable living area you can be proud of. We are known for constant communication and on-site project management.

"We had an amazing experience working with the Basic Basement Company! They finished our small basement and did a wonderful job. The project coordinator kept the work on track and communicated often. Each crew was punctual, professional, and treated our home with respect. We received compliments from every inspector on the quality of the work throughout the project. Don’t hesitate to call The Basic Basement Company for your next project!"

Brent V on May 2025


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Shkodra Build & Design
37 Gunning Ln
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Shkodra Build & Design
37 Gunning Ln
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
182 local quotes requested

"I established Shkodra Build & Design in February 2006, with the goal to build trustworthy relationships with clients through excellent service and unparalleled reliability." – Afrim Shkodra, Founder We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Afrim from Shkodra was excellent and professional from beginning to end. I can't wait to hire him again."

Liz M on May 2025

"I established Shkodra Build & Design in February 2006, with the goal to build trustworthy relationships with clients through excellent service and unparalleled reliability." – Afrim Shkodra, Founder We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Afrim from Shkodra was excellent and professional from beginning to end. I can't wait to hire him again."

Liz M on May 2025


Avatar for Nicholson's Distinctive Kitchens & Baths
Nicholson's Distinctive Kitchens & Baths
4332 W Chester Pike
4.93(
29
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Approved Pro
Nicholson's Distinctive Kitchens & Baths
4332 W Chester Pike
4.93(
29
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
128 local quotes requested

Visit our Website: newkitchensandbaths.com We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and have been serving the Delaware Valley for over 30 years. Over the years we have developed a business policy designed to please our customers from start to finish. We know that your kitchen and bathroom are a functional part of your home, a timely completion is our number one priority. Our experience allows us to give you a quality job that is done right and will give you years of trouble free service. Please consider us for your next kitchen or bathroom remodeling project, we are fully licensed and insured and offer free estimates along with referrals.

"Our experience with Nicholson's was top notch. Steve helped us to make cost-effective choices. The finished product is gorgeous and we're so hsppy with our new bathroom! We would highly recommend Steve and we would definfitely hire his company again."

Stephen L on October 2024

Visit our Website: newkitchensandbaths.com We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and have been serving the Delaware Valley for over 30 years. Over the years we have developed a business policy designed to please our customers from start to finish. We know that your kitchen and bathroom are a functional part of your home, a timely completion is our number one priority. Our experience allows us to give you a quality job that is done right and will give you years of trouble free service. Please consider us for your next kitchen or bathroom remodeling project, we are fully licensed and insured and offer free estimates along with referrals.

"Our experience with Nicholson's was top notch. Steve helped us to make cost-effective choices. The finished product is gorgeous and we're so hsppy with our new bathroom! We would highly recommend Steve and we would definfitely hire his company again."

Stephen L on October 2024


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Volkert Remodeling Inc
1160 Lake Dr.
4.91(
74
)
Approved Pro
Volkert Remodeling Inc
1160 Lake Dr.
4.91(
74
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
89 local quotes requested

Volkert Remodeling Inc. is the one stop resource for Home Remodeling, specializing in Kitchens and Bathrooms. Super Service Award winners for 2016, 2015 and 2014. We make sure that the job is completed from beginning to end and that our customers are happy with the quality and craftsmanship throughout. Please call us today to schedule your appointment - (610) 960-1097

"From start to end the kitchen renovation process went extremely well. Don made sure to include me through it all and made sure I was pleased with each step. Whenever a decision is needed, Don explains the options and impact of each. He and his employee, also named Don, are prompt every day and attentive to details. They do the work right with high quality workmanship. I am extremely grateful to have had this experience that has resulted in beautiful kitchen. Without hesitation, I plan to contact Don Volkert for any future projects I need done."

Tom W on December 2024

Volkert Remodeling Inc. is the one stop resource for Home Remodeling, specializing in Kitchens and Bathrooms. Super Service Award winners for 2016, 2015 and 2014. We make sure that the job is completed from beginning to end and that our customers are happy with the quality and craftsmanship throughout. Please call us today to schedule your appointment - (610) 960-1097

"From start to end the kitchen renovation process went extremely well. Don made sure to include me through it all and made sure I was pleased with each step. Whenever a decision is needed, Don explains the options and impact of each. He and his employee, also named Don, are prompt every day and attentive to details. They do the work right with high quality workmanship. I am extremely grateful to have had this experience that has resulted in beautiful kitchen. Without hesitation, I plan to contact Don Volkert for any future projects I need done."

Tom W on December 2024


Avatar for Long Home Products
Long Home Products
301 Fulling Mill Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Long Home Products
301 Fulling Mill Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
3215 local quotes requested
80 years of experience

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!


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Plymouth Nursery & Landscape Company
1043 Belvoir Rd
4.42(
165
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Approved Pro
Plymouth Nursery & Landscape Company
1043 Belvoir Rd
4.42(
165
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1053 local quotes requested
60 years of experience

From Concept to Completion. Plymouth Nursery & Landscape Co. provides design and build services for projects such as landscape, hardscape, lighting, irrigation, drainage , water features , outdoor kitchens, pavilions, porches and more. After your project has been completed we offer complete maintenance services to protect your investment.

"John was great to work with. He was very prompt, responsive, and easy to communicate with. The project was done on time and without any issues, and Plymouth had fair and reasonable pricing. I would definitely use them again!"

Jim M on May 2025

From Concept to Completion. Plymouth Nursery & Landscape Co. provides design and build services for projects such as landscape, hardscape, lighting, irrigation, drainage , water features , outdoor kitchens, pavilions, porches and more. After your project has been completed we offer complete maintenance services to protect your investment.

"John was great to work with. He was very prompt, responsive, and easy to communicate with. The project was done on time and without any issues, and Plymouth had fair and reasonable pricing. I would definitely use them again!"

Jim M on May 2025


Avatar for Golden Rule Plumbing & Contracting, LLC
Golden Rule Plumbing & Contracting, LLC
1331 Pottstown Pike
4.83(
283
)
Approved Pro
Golden Rule Plumbing & Contracting, LLC
1331 Pottstown Pike
4.83(
283
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
460 local quotes requested

Golden Rule Plumbing & Contracting, LLC, lives by the golden rule. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality dependable service at affordable prices for all of your plumbing & home improvement needs; always on time & on budget. We take great pride in exceeding your every expectation. We take care of all of your plumbing needs large & small, from complete plumbing for new construction, additions, & remodels, to all faucets, fixtures, pipes, hot water heaters, drain cleaning, sump pumps, water & sewer mains & more! We treat all of our customers the way we would like to be treated, with honest, reliable, personalized service at affordable prices.

"Golden Rule is the best. They do high quality work and don't nickel and dime you. I had issues getting the tub and shower kits from the big box stores, even one getting damaged and Golden Rule took care of everything, even at the last minute."

Jamie B on November 2021

Golden Rule Plumbing & Contracting, LLC, lives by the golden rule. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality dependable service at affordable prices for all of your plumbing & home improvement needs; always on time & on budget. We take great pride in exceeding your every expectation. We take care of all of your plumbing needs large & small, from complete plumbing for new construction, additions, & remodels, to all faucets, fixtures, pipes, hot water heaters, drain cleaning, sump pumps, water & sewer mains & more! We treat all of our customers the way we would like to be treated, with honest, reliable, personalized service at affordable prices.

"Golden Rule is the best. They do high quality work and don't nickel and dime you. I had issues getting the tub and shower kits from the big box stores, even one getting damaged and Golden Rule took care of everything, even at the last minute."

Jamie B on November 2021


Avatar for D'Antonio Landscaping
D'Antonio Landscaping
796 Southwind Ln
4.86(
93
)
Approved Pro
D'Antonio Landscaping
796 Southwind Ln
4.86(
93
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
243 local quotes requested

D’Antonio Landscaping is a full-service landscape company we have been in business since 1997 we have 30 years of experience in the landscape field & been in business for over 20 years! We are an honest and hardworking company. We come in on time & on budget! Let our experience be your guide to a beautiful outdoor space & we know how to save you money but still do the job the right way. All work is warrantied & all customers are treated with the most important priority no matter big or small the job is! Services Hardscaping, masonry, plantings & mulching, fireplaces & firepits, pavillions & decks, pruning & tree work, fencing & lawn care. WWW.dantoniolandscaping.com & follow us out on facebook & Instagram

"Wow! Wow! Wow! Nick and his crew just finished an EP Henry hardscaping project in my courtyard. He transformed my courtyard into a beautiful and inviting place to relax, entertain, and enjoy! His crew arrived early every morning and worked a long and hard day. They were respectful, talented, and responsive! Nick stopped in several times each day to check on the progress. Nick kept me informed every step of the way, great communication! I found it easy to talk to Nick and he was always receptive. Although the project was supposed to take 8 days to finish, they finished it in 4 days! That was an unexpected and wonderful surprise! At the end of each day, the crew cleaned up the courtyard nicely. At the end of the project, they made sure that all of the construction materials were gathered, the lawn around the house was repaired from their wheel barrels, any trash was picked up, and the driveway was swept and blown. My only regret is that I don’t have another project for Nick and his crew to complete for me! I would hire D'Antonio Landscaping again without any hesitation!"

Monica W on February 2024

D’Antonio Landscaping is a full-service landscape company we have been in business since 1997 we have 30 years of experience in the landscape field & been in business for over 20 years! We are an honest and hardworking company. We come in on time & on budget! Let our experience be your guide to a beautiful outdoor space & we know how to save you money but still do the job the right way. All work is warrantied & all customers are treated with the most important priority no matter big or small the job is! Services Hardscaping, masonry, plantings & mulching, fireplaces & firepits, pavillions & decks, pruning & tree work, fencing & lawn care. WWW.dantoniolandscaping.com & follow us out on facebook & Instagram

"Wow! Wow! Wow! Nick and his crew just finished an EP Henry hardscaping project in my courtyard. He transformed my courtyard into a beautiful and inviting place to relax, entertain, and enjoy! His crew arrived early every morning and worked a long and hard day. They were respectful, talented, and responsive! Nick stopped in several times each day to check on the progress. Nick kept me informed every step of the way, great communication! I found it easy to talk to Nick and he was always receptive. Although the project was supposed to take 8 days to finish, they finished it in 4 days! That was an unexpected and wonderful surprise! At the end of each day, the crew cleaned up the courtyard nicely. At the end of the project, they made sure that all of the construction materials were gathered, the lawn around the house was repaired from their wheel barrels, any trash was picked up, and the driveway was swept and blown. My only regret is that I don’t have another project for Nick and his crew to complete for me! I would hire D'Antonio Landscaping again without any hesitation!"

Monica W on February 2024


Avatar for G D Rhoads Co
G D Rhoads Co
156 Bridle Path Ln
4.70(
20
)
Approved Pro
G D Rhoads Co
156 Bridle Path Ln
4.70(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
168 local quotes requested

Full service remodeling and renovation contractor specializing in custom kitchens and bathrooms, finished basements and much more. Williamson Trade School graduate

"Team did a great job from setting up keeping the area clean. They did quality work. We’re very happy with everything."

Don R on April 2023

Full service remodeling and renovation contractor specializing in custom kitchens and bathrooms, finished basements and much more. Williamson Trade School graduate

"Team did a great job from setting up keeping the area clean. They did quality work. We’re very happy with everything."

Don R on April 2023


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Roberto Carpentry LLC
3309 Sylvan Drive
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Roberto Carpentry LLC
3309 Sylvan Drive
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
148 local quotes requested

Locally owned business with over 20 years of experience. Passionate about serving our local community and continuing to deliver great customer service. Feel free to call or text with questions regarding your projects.(610) 679-4248

"Roberto and team were very professional. Detail and craftmanship are top notch. No corners cut. Aside from the porch I had Roberto come back and install laminate flooring and new treads/risers. I would recommend him to anyone and have him back for any project in the future."

Eric K on January 2021

Locally owned business with over 20 years of experience. Passionate about serving our local community and continuing to deliver great customer service. Feel free to call or text with questions regarding your projects.(610) 679-4248

"Roberto and team were very professional. Detail and craftmanship are top notch. No corners cut. Aside from the porch I had Roberto come back and install laminate flooring and new treads/risers. I would recommend him to anyone and have him back for any project in the future."

Eric K on January 2021

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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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