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P&H general contracting Llc
5.0(
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Serving South Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was very good. They were very professional. They answered our problem and tell me what was wrong. They did pretty well and knew what they were doing. The price was very reasonable. The work was good. They were very knowledgeable on what they did."
Tin roof
Inside remodeling
Tin roof
Inside remodeling
Tin roof

+19

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Al Marino Inc
4.4(
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Serving South Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1952

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We used this company to fix our water issues. Now we’ve got exposed piping and holes in ALL of our bedrooms. Would not recommend, however, our water is fixed so that’s something."
Al Marino
Plumbing Services
Heating and A/C Services
Heating Services
Electrical Services

+3

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Red Head Rehabs
4.3(
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Serving South Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Credit card accepted

NOTE - RED HEAD REHABS DOES NOT PROVIDE CONTRACTING SERVICES. Red Head Rehabs specializes in providing home owners with the tools and knowledge they need to successfully complete their home renovation. We have a professional contractor Management system designed to help you control your contractor so that the contractor knows what your expectations are. We also provide great knowledge developed from our years of doing renovation work as investors! Our system can save you thousands of dollars, lower the cost of remodeling, teach you proven methods to successfully remodel your home, and help make your home renovation a success!!

Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Alternative Building Concepts Inc
5.0(
6
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Serving South Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Alternative Building Concepts, Inc. is a West Virginia based company that holds licenses in Residential, Commercial, Multi-Family Dwellings and HVAC. Alternative Building Concepts, Inc. is also a Factory Certified/Engineer Trained Installer of the renowned AB Chance® Foundation System. Alternative Building Concepts, Inc. is a member of the Tri-State Home Builders Association and Charleston Home Builders Association on the local, state, and national levels, as well as the Better Business Bureau, and Chance® Alliance Network for Helical Pier foundation repairs, which has 40+ combined years experience as of 2011.

Repair w/piers
Room Addition/Remodel Before
Room Addition/Remodel After
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After

+22

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Darin Fisher Designer Kitchens
4.3(
3
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Serving South Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Credit card accepted

We have been serving the greater Charleston area for over 10 years. Designers Darin Fisher, Liz Bonar, and Cory Stout have over 40 combined years of experience. We offer superior design services and a wide spectrum of products sure to meet any budget. We walk you through the design process step by step, and see your project through to completion. At Darin Fisher Designer Kitchens we carry the finest lines of cabinetry available for use in your kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, medial wall, office, entertainment centers, mudrooms, bars, etc. So call Darin Fisher Designer Kitchens for an appointment and visit at our convenient boulevard location to let one of our designers create your dream space!

Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in South Charleston, WV

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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