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Sky Wood & Tile Flooring
4.8(
105
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Serving Mcdonald, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I hired Luiz to remove kitchen cabinets, dishwasher, cooktop, oven and lift hardwood flooring. He then reinstalled the cabinets and appliances. Ceramic tile was installed to perfection. He also repaired some walls and painted the ceiling. Looks great! Easy to work with, very professional and fair market value pricing too. Iâ  m recommending him to my family!"
Plank wood tile floor
Luiz
tile floor with mosaic picture
Luiz
tile floor to look like wood throughout bottom floor

+19

Recommended by98%of homeowners
BNQ Inc
5.0(
55
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Serving Mcdonald, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2007

Warranties offered

Customers say: Quick response

"We hired Carmen to finish our basement in our house and we gave him just skeleton ideas of what we wanted. I'm glad we let him run with it because we couldn't be happier. Carmen is incredibly professional, talented and creative. I think what's not often talked about with contractors is how they treat their clients and Carmen is the most personable guy we've ever worked with. He was always cognizant of us working from home and was always accessible for questions both before, during and now after the job. We look forward to him doing our master bath next. We wouldn't hire anyone else to do kitchen, bath or basement work. Can't say much other than the completed job is above and beyond what we expected!"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Restor-Rite
5.0(
9
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Serving Mcdonald, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed a bathroom and kitchen restoration after a water incident. It was a big project, but, it turned out beautifully. The workmanship was very professional. We are very pleased with the outcome."
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13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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C & C Home Remodeling
4.4(
9
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Serving Mcdonald, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job. They were very professional and prompt getting back to me about any questions I had. Even though all the rain we had this spring extended the project they took their time to make sure everything was done right. I get compliments all the time on the great job."
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Response time6 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Mcdonald, 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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