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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 recently had the pleasure of working with Basic Companies to finish our basement, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From the initial layout and permits to framing, electrical work, sheetrock, spackling, painting, and flooring, they handled every aspect of the project with utmost professionalism and expertise. Each team that came to our house was knowledgeable, hardworking, and incredibly professional. They were always responsive to our questions and ensured that we were kept informed throughout the entire process. The project was completed within the promised time frame, and to our delight, it was actually finished much earlier than expected. Our family is thrilled with the final result. The finished basement has exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are grateful to Basic Companies for their exceptional work. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled team to handle their home improvement projects."
Jason P on April 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 recently had the pleasure of working with Basic Companies to finish our basement, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From the initial layout and permits to framing, electrical work, sheetrock, spackling, painting, and flooring, they handled every aspect of the project with utmost professionalism and expertise. Each team that came to our house was knowledgeable, hardworking, and incredibly professional. They were always responsive to our questions and ensured that we were kept informed throughout the entire process. The project was completed within the promised time frame, and to our delight, it was actually finished much earlier than expected. Our family is thrilled with the final result. The finished basement has exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are grateful to Basic Companies for their exceptional work. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled team to handle their home improvement projects."
Jason P on April 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
"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
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
"Working with Roberto and his crew was an absolute pleasure! Their expertise and attention to detail transformed our outdoor space into a stunning porch (Parthenon). From the initial planning stages to the final touches, their professionalism and commitment to quality were evident every step of the way. Timely, reliable, and skilled, they exceeded my expectations. We couldn't be happier with the results—a beautifully crafted porch that has become our favorite spot to unwind. Highly recommend this contractor for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor living space"
george v on December 2023
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
"Working with Roberto and his crew was an absolute pleasure! Their expertise and attention to detail transformed our outdoor space into a stunning porch (Parthenon). From the initial planning stages to the final touches, their professionalism and commitment to quality were evident every step of the way. Timely, reliable, and skilled, they exceeded my expectations. We couldn't be happier with the results—a beautifully crafted porch that has become our favorite spot to unwind. Highly recommend this contractor for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor living space"
george v on December 2023
A full-service, family owned and operated custom home renovation company dedicated to craftsmanship, customer satisfaction and integrity. We pride ourselves on excellence and quality. We specialize in home additions, kitchens, bathrooms, in-law suites and decks. "Don't move, .......Improve!"
"The job was well done, on time, at a good price. Very open communication so we were never left wondering what was happening. Couldn't have been happier."
Nadiah A on January 2024
A full-service, family owned and operated custom home renovation company dedicated to craftsmanship, customer satisfaction and integrity. We pride ourselves on excellence and quality. We specialize in home additions, kitchens, bathrooms, in-law suites and decks. "Don't move, .......Improve!"
"The job was well done, on time, at a good price. Very open communication so we were never left wondering what was happening. Couldn't have been happier."
Nadiah A on January 2024
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!
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
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
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
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
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.
"Josh did a great job replacing all the windows in our sunroom. He also redid two bedrooms with new drywall and paint. Would highly recommend"
arlene L on April 2023
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.
"Josh did a great job replacing all the windows in our sunroom. He also redid two bedrooms with new drywall and paint. Would highly recommend"
arlene L on April 2023
Second story addition building services FAQs
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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