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Avatar for Manfredia's Carpentry & General Contracting, LLC
Manfredia's Carpentry & General Contracting, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Marcus Hook, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wally came out and took measurements, and prepared an estimate for us. The price was fair, so we agreed to the contract. There was a minor scheduling hiccup, but it was made right. Wally's crew was professional and efficient. The work was well done, and I couldn't be happier. I would gladly contact Wally & his team for future projects. Highly professional, good prices, great work!!!"
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Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Liberty Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Marcus Hook, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Liberty Construction has worked with us on three major projects. The quality of their work is excellent, Mark and Craig have great communication skills, and prices are reasonable. The same highly skilled crew has worked at our house for all projects. They are polite and clean up daily. While Liberty Construction has completed three bathroom remodels for us, the pictures below are before/after photos of our latest project, a kitchen remodel. This project involved a complete demolition and moving walls and doorways. The results are beautiful! Thank you, Liberty Construction - we love our new kitchen!"
Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
GJP DEVELOPERS INC
4.8(
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Serving Marcus Hook, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an excellent experience working with GJP Developers and are happy to recommend them. Gary gave us great advice about what could be done within our budget and offered suggestions that truly added to the quality of the outcome for the space we were working with. His staff have a superior work ethic and Gary checked in on site often to be sure the project was moving forward and consistently kept us up to date on the progress of the renovation. When we asked for some changes to the original plan he was courteous and patient in providing us with what we needed. We were really surprised at how quickly the renovation progressed and how the quality of work was maintained along the way. We highly recommend GJP Developers and would have no hesitation hiring them again for other home remodeling we are considering."
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Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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PG Tedesco Construction
4.8(
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Serving Marcus Hook, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul was very knowledgeable and punctual. He completed a bathroom and basement renovation quickly. Paul and his team were a pleasure to work with and would hire him again for any future projects."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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R.A BARKER
5.0(
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Serving Marcus Hook, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am beyond thrilled with spa of a bathroom addition!! They came with the right budget, an efficient crew and made my dream a reality! I will reccomend them to family and friends and use them for all future projects!"
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Recommended by64%of homeowners
M D D Construction, LLC
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Serving Marcus Hook, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend MDD Construction. Matt was a pleasure to work with and the craftmanship exceeded my expectations. Matt and his team were professional, hardworking. They cleaned up every day when they were done and at the end of the job the basement was spotless. Matts communication made me comfortable that I knew what was going on every step of the way. I would hire MDD for my next project without any hesitation."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Marcus Hook, 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.

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