Longacre Handyman Improvements is a fully licensed and insured contracting company. As a family run business we strive to have the best customer service and customer satisfaction around. The Longacre family name is known for our hard work and dedication to helping our customers fulfill their home dreams. No job is too large or to small. Jobs ranging from something as small as hanging pictures, or moving furniture. Or as large projects like finishing basements. We pride ourselves on our craftsmanship and our ability to keep all jobs running smoothly in a timely manner. - please Call me now for a free estimate. - 4847539111
"Friendly and quick service!"
Colleen M on June 2023
Longacre Handyman Improvements is a fully licensed and insured contracting company. As a family run business we strive to have the best customer service and customer satisfaction around. The Longacre family name is known for our hard work and dedication to helping our customers fulfill their home dreams. No job is too large or to small. Jobs ranging from something as small as hanging pictures, or moving furniture. Or as large projects like finishing basements. We pride ourselves on our craftsmanship and our ability to keep all jobs running smoothly in a timely manner. - please Call me now for a free estimate. - 4847539111
"Friendly and quick service!"
Colleen M on June 2023
All Phase Construction is your one stop shop. We cover all phases from top to bottom. Floor to roof and everything in between, All Phase professionals are ready to serve your needs with custom solutions that will add value and beauty to your home. Since 1988 All Phase Construction has been a reliable and trusted builder from central PA. We would like to thank you in advance for trusting your family home to our family run business. We are dedicated to excellence, and our customers 100% satisfaction is our primary goal! Call now to get the perfect estimate and deal on your next project! Seeking Custom Kitchen Design? Check out our website: www.customkitchensanddesign.com
"We bought our house in June of 2024 and hired Joe/All Phase to complete a full house restoration. The house was built in 1870. Each person that worked on our house over the course of 4 months was exceptionally professional. We received compliments from our new neighbors as the project progressed and about the team from All Phase that handled each phase of the project. Joe Stillman was quick to respond each time we reached out to make a modification or just check in. He was regularly on site to ensure expectations were met. We had walls removed, added insulation, a full house electrical rewire, dual zone HVAC install, walls removed, windows installed in walls that had no windows, sliding glass doors installed where there were no previous sliding glass doors, house fully drywalled and painted, all new woodwork, new roof, new siding and new downspouts. They also built a portico. I would highly recommend Joe and his entire team. We also had a garage built this year that I?ll review next."
Michele Y on May 2025
All Phase Construction is your one stop shop. We cover all phases from top to bottom. Floor to roof and everything in between, All Phase professionals are ready to serve your needs with custom solutions that will add value and beauty to your home. Since 1988 All Phase Construction has been a reliable and trusted builder from central PA. We would like to thank you in advance for trusting your family home to our family run business. We are dedicated to excellence, and our customers 100% satisfaction is our primary goal! Call now to get the perfect estimate and deal on your next project! Seeking Custom Kitchen Design? Check out our website: www.customkitchensanddesign.com
"We bought our house in June of 2024 and hired Joe/All Phase to complete a full house restoration. The house was built in 1870. Each person that worked on our house over the course of 4 months was exceptionally professional. We received compliments from our new neighbors as the project progressed and about the team from All Phase that handled each phase of the project. Joe Stillman was quick to respond each time we reached out to make a modification or just check in. He was regularly on site to ensure expectations were met. We had walls removed, added insulation, a full house electrical rewire, dual zone HVAC install, walls removed, windows installed in walls that had no windows, sliding glass doors installed where there were no previous sliding glass doors, house fully drywalled and painted, all new woodwork, new roof, new siding and new downspouts. They also built a portico. I would highly recommend Joe and his entire team. We also had a garage built this year that I?ll review next."
Michele Y on May 2025
We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business, and stands behind our work. We specialize in a variety of home improvement and home repair projects, from kitchen and bathroom remodels to smaller handyman-related tasks. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call/text today 717-663-9926
"They did an excellent job, complete, efficient and cleaned up very well."
Stuart H on November 2024
We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business, and stands behind our work. We specialize in a variety of home improvement and home repair projects, from kitchen and bathroom remodels to smaller handyman-related tasks. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call/text today 717-663-9926
"They did an excellent job, complete, efficient and cleaned up very well."
Stuart H on November 2024
BiiLT Contracting Group, LLC, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 30 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Totally profesional and it came out great"
Dean W on May 2025
BiiLT Contracting Group, LLC, is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 30 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Totally profesional and it came out great"
Dean W on May 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with many years of industry experience. We specialize in finishing basements and interior renovations, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other home improvement 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!
"Excellent service"
marc h on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with many years of industry experience. We specialize in finishing basements and interior renovations, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other home improvement 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!
"Excellent service"
marc h on April 2025
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
***WE'LL BRING YOUR RENOVATION VISION TO LIFE** What We Do: You have the vision for your project. Blue Mountain Building & Remodeling has the expertise to bring that vision to life. We will handle your project as if it was our own home. Form meets function and your home will stay as clean as we found it. Our Approach: Blue Mountain Building & Remodeling offers stress-free renovation. We are proud to provide first-class communication. We’ll start on time and inform you of the schedule every step of the way. Our Mission: From planning to installation, we help you create your dream home, from the inside out. *25 years of experience* *Over 500 Completed Jobs* Contact us today for your FREE consultation!
"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."
Richard H on January 2022
***WE'LL BRING YOUR RENOVATION VISION TO LIFE** What We Do: You have the vision for your project. Blue Mountain Building & Remodeling has the expertise to bring that vision to life. We will handle your project as if it was our own home. Form meets function and your home will stay as clean as we found it. Our Approach: Blue Mountain Building & Remodeling offers stress-free renovation. We are proud to provide first-class communication. We’ll start on time and inform you of the schedule every step of the way. Our Mission: From planning to installation, we help you create your dream home, from the inside out. *25 years of experience* *Over 500 Completed Jobs* Contact us today for your FREE consultation!
"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."
Richard H on January 2022
At Earthworkers Landscaping, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We will take care of ALL your lawn care and landscaping needs. We've been in business since 2002. Ask us about our weekly service! We look forward to working with you!
"New landscaping beds cut and mulched, existing overgrown shrubbery trimmed, window wells installed."
Leanne M on March 2021
At Earthworkers Landscaping, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. We will take care of ALL your lawn care and landscaping needs. We've been in business since 2002. Ask us about our weekly service! We look forward to working with you!
"New landscaping beds cut and mulched, existing overgrown shrubbery trimmed, window wells installed."
Leanne M on March 2021
Hartel Construction Group Inc. is a locally owned and operated company that has an educated and licensed team. Each of us strive for perfection, take pride in each job, and truly enjoy what we do. Our company does not use sales tactics or pushy sales people to acquire jobs. We listen to what you would like to have completed and then offer insight and suggestion that will make your renovation/remodel project the most enjoyable finished product. We fully explain the steps to be taken in need to complete your project. Thank you for considering our company and using Angieslist for your remodeling/construction needs, we hope to help you get your basement project completed. Thank You, Martin Hartel
"I can’t say nice enough things about the process of working with Martin. We decided to finish our basement, including a full bathroom, while I was pregnant and wanted the job wrapped up before the baby came, which gave a very hard deadline. Not only was Martin able to work with us contacting him two months out on this project, he was so responsive during the process, gave us great ideas, and kept us well-informed on everything that was happening with the project. From start to finish, we always felt that Martin was knowledgeable about what he was doing and didn’t seem bothered when we had last minute changes. The entire team was so clean, which gave me comfort given that I was pregnant at the time, and they were able to complete everything before the baby came. If I had more basements, I would definitely call Martin!"
Jeshanah F on June 2025
Hartel Construction Group Inc. is a locally owned and operated company that has an educated and licensed team. Each of us strive for perfection, take pride in each job, and truly enjoy what we do. Our company does not use sales tactics or pushy sales people to acquire jobs. We listen to what you would like to have completed and then offer insight and suggestion that will make your renovation/remodel project the most enjoyable finished product. We fully explain the steps to be taken in need to complete your project. Thank you for considering our company and using Angieslist for your remodeling/construction needs, we hope to help you get your basement project completed. Thank You, Martin Hartel
"I can’t say nice enough things about the process of working with Martin. We decided to finish our basement, including a full bathroom, while I was pregnant and wanted the job wrapped up before the baby came, which gave a very hard deadline. Not only was Martin able to work with us contacting him two months out on this project, he was so responsive during the process, gave us great ideas, and kept us well-informed on everything that was happening with the project. From start to finish, we always felt that Martin was knowledgeable about what he was doing and didn’t seem bothered when we had last minute changes. The entire team was so clean, which gave me comfort given that I was pregnant at the time, and they were able to complete everything before the baby came. If I had more basements, I would definitely call Martin!"
Jeshanah F on June 2025
At Classic Masonry, LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade, and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Great. Very hard and efficient worker. Would recommend to all homeowners."
Dave P on February 2025
At Classic Masonry, LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade, and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Great. Very hard and efficient worker. Would recommend to all homeowners."
Dave P on February 2025
A garage apartment represents a valuable addition to your property when properly constructed according to local regulations. The potential benefits include additional living space for family members, rental income possibilities, and increased property value.
Your specific return depends on local housing market conditions, construction quality, and ongoing maintenance. Consider consulting with a real estate professional regarding potential returns in your neighborhood.
Building a garage apartment requires multiple permits, with basic residential garage permits starting at $74 in most locations. You'll need separate approvals for structural elements, electrical systems, plumbing installations, and mechanical components.
Many jurisdictions also require specific approval for accessory dwelling units. Contact your local building department early in your planning process to understand all requirements and associated costs.
Converting an existing garage into living space presents an alternative to new construction. The feasibility depends on your garage's structural condition, foundation type, and local zoning regulations. Key considerations include insulation requirements, utility connections, and moisture control. Research local codes thoroughly, as many municipalities have specific requirements for garage conversions.