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Groundworks
4.3(
245
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Shannon Sisk was great. Arrived early for our appointment, was very thorough and knowledgeable. When we are ready to get our basement done we will call him back."
Basement
Basement
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Basement
Foundation

+16

Response time11 hrs
295 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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WHL CONSTRUCTION
4.8(
13
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew came to the house and modified their way of working to accommodate the tight work space. They were friendly and went above what they had to do by saving my flowers out of my flower bed before they began digging out the space. They answered my questions and explained how things were going. The company owner often checked in by phone and in person to communicate with me regarding the job."
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+24

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Leboeuf Home Improvements, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The owner Alex was onsite for the entire project. He was on time every day,worked hard and efficiently. He kept the work area clean and cleanup after the work day everyday. He installed hardwood in 3 large rooms and ceramic tile in our bathroom. Not only was his work very professional it was a pleasure talking to him and having him in our home Highly recommend"
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
EPTS Remodeling
5.0(
3
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I am very happy to give the strongest possible recommendations for Eric Taylor-Schmidt. He treats your house like his own. Eric learned his craft rehabbing expensive mansions in the Main Line of Philadelphia, prior to moving to Central PA with his late wife. He has done everything in our home from a new bathroom, hardwood floors, roofing, plumbing and electrical repairs, painting, and ceiling repair. No one could ever identify where he cut out and replaced wall board in our formal dining room ceiling. No job is too big or too small. He never rushes the job or cuts corners. He always completes the job to extreme satisfaction. Personally, he raised his teenaged daughter and step-son alone prior to meeting and remarrying a wonderful woman. Eric is a really fine and trustworthy person. I would be happy to receive phone calls as a reference. 607-761-8816."
Building the deck.
Building the deck.
Building the deck.
Finished porch a few weeks later
Fireplace Wall Remodel

+35

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rovenolt Contracting
New to Angi

Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Rovenolt Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n\n+8 Years of Experience\n

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
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Basements Love Us Inc
4.5(
124
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Serving State College, 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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J D Construction and Remodeling
5.0(
85
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JD Construction did an amazing job on our office remodeling project. They came when they said and did high quality work. We would highly recommend them and will use them in the future."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Loebrich Contracting Inc
4.9(
86
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Loebrich first showed up to provide an estimate for the work I was looking to have done. I contacted 3 companies to provide quotes of the 3 companies, 1 did not provide a quote and another took 3 weeks to get a quote. Before I received the 2nd quote, I already told Loebrich's to perform the work because of the professional manner in which they conducted themselves and it also helped the quote was fair. <br /> Loebrichs showed up on time and completed the initial work in a very professional manner and I was so pleased with the work (the initial job was just the 3 custom doors) that I had them stay for 3 more days completing several other jobs I needed done. The work was very well done and the house was always left cleaner than when the showed up. <br /> Loebrichs also paid very close attention to the little details for example we said we would finish the drywall and paint it. Loebrichs still treated the work as if they were going to finish it themselves which saved us a lot of additional work on our part. <br /> I would highly recommend to anyone that you feel confident in using Loebrich's, you will not be disappointed! <br />"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Kish Construction LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving State College, 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
J & M Remodeling Inc
5.0(
3
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Serving State College, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

J and M Remodeling specializes in flooring,kitchen bath and basement remodeling. We do all the work within our company without dealing with multiple contractors to keep the best quality workmanship. Our other services include interior and exterior painting and staining,pressure washing,deck installation,door and trim installation,drywall hanging. We are listed in the bbb bureau and have a listing of A+. \nWe have been in business since 1997 and proudly serving the centre county area.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in State College, 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 State College, PA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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