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Avatar for Manfredia's Carpentry & General Contracting, LLC
Manfredia's Carpentry & General Contracting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Villanova, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Manfredia's Carpentry is a top notch contractor. I did a fireplace surround with stone and also added the stone on two columns off of the kitchen to match. The quality of their work is exceptional. They are very professional and always on time. They kept me informed every step of the way. They always kept the work site very clean. I couldn't be happier with the final outcome. We also stayed on budget. I would highly recommend Manfredia's Carpentry for any job. Well done. Thank you. Debbie"
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Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Daniel Matthews
5.0(
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Serving Villanova, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan gutted our 2 bathrooms and made improvements to our master bedroom, creating new closet space and adding barn doors. Dan is a very honest, down to earth guy. He supported and respected our taste, but gently guided us toward particular aspects of design and detail that we would’ve never thought of. He spent hours with us in tile stores to help us decide what would look best for us. He made himself available to us at all times, and even watered our garden for us while we were away on vacation during part of the renovation. His attention to detail is outstanding. He helped us consider options that would be the easiest to clean, the most practical and the most beautiful. He even came back a year after the renovation to make sure the work maintained its integrity. I would highly recommend Dan for your project. He has a team that he works with to round out the job (carpenters, plumbers, glass customization). We will certainly use his talents again on a future project in our home."
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+74

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Liberty Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Villanova, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Liberty Construction has worked with us on three major projects. The quality of their work is excellent, Mark and Craig have great communication skills, and prices are reasonable. The same highly skilled crew has worked at our house for all projects. They are polite and clean up daily. While Liberty Construction has completed three bathroom remodels for us, the pictures below are before/after photos of our latest project, a kitchen remodel. This project involved a complete demolition and moving walls and doorways. The results are beautiful! Thank you, Liberty Construction - we love our new kitchen!"
Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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TOTAL HOME SOLUTION
4.8(
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Serving Villanova, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bad Experience. Bait and Switched us. Told us the no more than cost of our removal verbally and then said he needed $4k to do the design with us and get final firm contract after that. I told him I was skeptical giving him $4k and then have him come back with contract stating it would cost a big percent more. He assured me “he is not that kind of guy”. Then after the design and a smaller scope he wanted to charge us 30% more. Took our money and we now have to start over with a new contractor."
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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Suburban Home Services
4.9(
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Serving Villanova, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

"I hired Mitchell and Bob and they were very professional. They gave us a written estimate, and stayed within the estimate. If we asked them to do something extra they would do it a d let us know how much it would cost before doing it."
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+39

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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PG Tedesco Construction
4.8(
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Serving Villanova, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul was very knowledgeable and punctual. He completed a bathroom and basement renovation quickly. Paul and his team were a pleasure to work with and would hire him again for any future projects."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Old Country Construction, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Villanova, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2000

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"They are the absolute "best of the best" contractors I have ever used. Excellent craftsmanship, fair-pricing, personable, knowledgeable about all matters related to home repair and kind. Out of a possible five stars, I would give them six if I could."
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+156

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
M D D Construction, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Villanova, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend MDD Construction. Matt was a pleasure to work with and the craftmanship exceeded my expectations. Matt and his team were professional, hardworking. They cleaned up every day when they were done and at the end of the job the basement was spotless. Matts communication made me comfortable that I knew what was going on every step of the way. I would hire MDD for my next project without any hesitation."
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Villanova, 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 Villanova, PA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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