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Avatar for Basements Love Us Inc
Basements Love Us Inc
4.5(
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Serving Pottsville, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Best company ever!! Shannon got us a next day appt. Kurt our salesrep was awsome and didnt make us sit thru some long winded presentation. Compared to other companies we got a great fair price and our basement that was flooded is now dry as a bone! The workers really work hard and finished our entire basement in less than 2 days. They cleaned things up so welll after it was like they were never even there!! 5stars all the way!! If u want a great job and dry basement hire Basements love us!!!! Thank u"
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Basement Waterproofing Specialists
4.5(
115
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Serving Pottsville, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

"We had a new sump pit installed with french drainage put under our basement floor. Great experience start to finish. The sales technician was experienced and knowledgeable in the field of residential drainage. The process was coordinated and explained well to us, and the build team was timely and proficient. Great job!"
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Kish Construction LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Pottsville, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Having bad experiences working with other contractors in the past, I was nervous to hire someone else to perform a much needed remodel to my 15 year old bathroom. Thankfully, I’ve come across Kish and she was able to exceed my expectations. She was very thorough throughout the entire process from start to finish and was extremely on point focusing on the details of the finishings I wanted. I received so many compliments from friends and family! I’m looking forward to hiring her to perform my kitchen remodeling next!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pella Windows and Doors
4.6(
93
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Serving Pottsville, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1925

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Warranties offered

"Our sales consultant Rob Culbertson with Pella in McMurray Pa is extremely knowledgeable and professional. Rob is very affable and personable. Both my husband and I enjoyed doing business with Rob. Also, the installers were wonderful. John K and his entire crew were professional, extremely courteous and very hard working. All of the installers were invested in our complete satisfaction with their work. We are now enjoying our windows and patio sliding glass door."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Earl Weaver Contractors LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Pottsville, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

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Emergency services offered

"Earl Weaver Contractors has completed 3 jobs for us over the past seven years. 100' + long stone retaining wall to correct water runoff, shingle roof/spouting and skylight replacement and most recently vinyl siding and entry door replacement. We found a particular insulated vinyl siding that we wanted to use. This needed to be ordered from out of state. NO problem! The most recent job was completed prior to the anticipated start date. Their work is personalized, not cookie cutter, professional, fairly priced and meticulous to say the least. We would gladly offer the highest possible ratings/recommendations for their work."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Erie Construction Midwest Inc
3.8(
78
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Serving Pottsville, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As far as their products for roofing they seem great quality. However super overpriced. To the point they can come down 15k+ in their estimate. However not why I give them a horrible review. We wanted a quote for a metal roof- not a FIVE hour meeting and presentation. No indication of this length of time was given when making the appointment. Insisted on both spouses present meaning we had to basically let our kids watch tv the whole time and feed them a bunch of snacks bc I couldn't leave to even make lunch without them stopping their talks. Pushy. Did not need or want a power point presentation comparing their company and prices to others (which by the way they inflated to double what it's costing us). So nope would not use them. In this age of three young kids and little time they were a total waste of a day and would have very much appreciated a shorter meeting and perhaps an email or text vs showing up at our house again the following day with a better offer"
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Collins Construction, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Pottsville, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Collins Construction has been in business since 1971. We have 8 full-time employees and 3 part-time employees. We are a registered PA Home Improvement Contractor (PAOAGHIC:003749). \nWe are a general construction company with expertise in the following areas: framing (wood); roofing – asphalt shingles, Carlisle rubber, pre-formed standing seam metal; concrete – footers, flat work; plumbing; electrical; small block and drywall jobs; custom cabinets – in-house cabinet shop complete with finish room and spray booth; garage doors – Clopay sectional doors/roll-up doors, commercial and residential operators; CAD operator for design work – we use the Chief Architect program for plans/drawings; and home stand-by generators. We use subcontractors for excavation, HVAC, masonry, painting, roofing, and well-drilling. Most flooring and plaster/veneer/drywall jobs are also subcontracted.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vinyl Window Wells
5.0(
3
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Serving Pottsville, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful skilled work. This product allows us to still remove large items out the basement door and it solved the problem of the floor drain clogging with debris and ice. Looks attractive on the outside."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Pottsville, 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.

The Pottsville, PA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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