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Phelps Construction
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quality work

"Stanley Phelps and his crew have done a number of interior and exterior projects at my house. Their strength is their artistry and craftsmanship. Stanley always has excellent ideas about how to make improvements, keeping costs in mind. They will continue to work at your house until the job is done to the owner's satisfaction."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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East beach contractors LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Smithfield, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Working with Rafael was an absolute pleasure from beginning to end. From our first meeting through the final stages of the project, he remained consistently engaged, enthusiastic, thoughtful, and considerate. He went above and beyond, showing a strong commitment to quality and attention to detail. It’s clear he genuinely loves what he does—his insights throughout the process were incredibly helpful and reassuring. This was a major undertaking for me, but Rafael made me feel confident and comfortable every step of the way. Even when unexpected challenges came up, I still felt great about the experience and my decision to hire East Beach Construction. The daily crew was impressively punctual. I’d see them arrive early, waiting respectfully until their official start time. The kitchen renovation was understandably messy, but they did a good job containing the disruption and cleaning up at the end of each day. I will absolutely hire them again for future projects."
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Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stephens Remodeling
5.0(
12
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Serving Smithfield, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a breeze from start to finish, Lloyd took care of everything, If things did not quite  work out how we envisioned  Lloyd came up with some great ideas, he moved walls, moved doors, anything and every thing to keep us happy, all the while trying to stay in budget. With any older home (47yrs in this case) you will run into problems,old wiring rotting wood etc Lloyd took care of everything."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MLM Home Improvement, LLC
4.5(
84
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Serving Smithfield, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Beautiful job done by MLM...crews showed up first thing in the morning and explained what they were going to do. I received photo's around lunch time showing me the progress of job and again around 3 pm when finishing up. James kept me informed throughout the process. I had a few pieces of wood that needed to be replaced and they showed me pics - in addition I added a solar fan and they moved existing units so that they would be spaced evenly across the roof. I absolutely love my roof and would recommend MLM to anyone looking to get housework done!"
Recommended by88%of homeowners
STAHL CABINETS
4.8(
45
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Serving Smithfield, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Have worked w/Bob Stahl since 2012 (Stahl Cabinets is now Neptune Kitchen and Bath), and was so pleased with his work that we've not used anyone else since. After some cosmetic improvements to our kitchen, powder room, and (ex) wet bar area in 2012, we decided in 2017 to upgrade our master bath, and the result was beyond our expectations (7 pix-) - could not be more pleased! We then, earlier this year/2019, decided to upgrade the guest bathroom (4 pix); convert the old brick/ceramic tile, non-working fireplace (1 pix; gas insert includes backlit/colored pebbles); bar area (1 pix, added wine racks); powder room vanity (1 pix); as well as change the kitchen cabinetry color (from polyurethane golden oak to white/peripheral cabinets, and mint green/island) (2 pix) ... again, outstanding results! Finally, we installed built-in shelving in the FROG (office), with a library ladder - quite pleased! Constant communication on both schedule and cost (on target, no surprises) - will not work with anyone else!. We recommend Neptune unconditionally!"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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'58 Foundations & Waterproofing
4.6(
91
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Serving Smithfield, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Freddy was very professional and knowledgeable and explained that the water issues were not the result of foundation issues and explained what he could do if i wanted a dry basement. He did not try to sell me something that i did not need."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Pratte Construction
5.0(
5
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Serving Smithfield, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I live in a historic district. Last summer, began searching for a contractor to replace my front porch. Multiple companies gave me estimates. Months later, I was finally ready to have the work done. It was a struggle finding someone who would honor their estimates. That’s when Doug stepped up. Originally, I thought he wanted to do more than what was necessary by replacing the undercarriage of the porch. But his assessment was 100%spot on! Doug fully honored his estimate. The Pratte Construction crew did a thorough job! In light of the current cost lumber, the estimate was a bargain and they completed the job on time. I’m now discussing to have them build new railings for the porch. Don’t think you can go wrong with them."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Smithfield, VA

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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