With over 40 years combined experience, we provide complete Basement remodeling and finishing services with Free estimates and no-nonsense pricing. We will give you the Basement you've always wanted by transforming your previously unfinished Basement into a usable and comfortable living area you can be proud of. We are known for constant communication and on-site project management.
"We had an amazing experience working with the Basic Basement Company! They finished our small basement and did a wonderful job. The project coordinator kept the work on track and communicated often. Each crew was punctual, professional, and treated our home with respect. We received compliments from every inspector on the quality of the work throughout the project. Don’t hesitate to call The Basic Basement Company for your next project!"
Brent V on May 2025
With over 40 years combined experience, we provide complete Basement remodeling and finishing services with Free estimates and no-nonsense pricing. We will give you the Basement you've always wanted by transforming your previously unfinished Basement into a usable and comfortable living area you can be proud of. We are known for constant communication and on-site project management.
"We had an amazing experience working with the Basic Basement Company! They finished our small basement and did a wonderful job. The project coordinator kept the work on track and communicated often. Each crew was punctual, professional, and treated our home with respect. We received compliments from every inspector on the quality of the work throughout the project. Don’t hesitate to call The Basic Basement Company for your next project!"
Brent V on May 2025
"I established Shkodra Build & Design in February 2006, with the goal to build trustworthy relationships with clients through excellent service and unparalleled reliability." – Afrim Shkodra, Founder We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Afrim from Shkodra was excellent and professional from beginning to end. I can't wait to hire him again."
Liz M on May 2025
"I established Shkodra Build & Design in February 2006, with the goal to build trustworthy relationships with clients through excellent service and unparalleled reliability." – Afrim Shkodra, Founder We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Afrim from Shkodra was excellent and professional from beginning to end. I can't wait to hire him again."
Liz M on May 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing, bathroom, window and door projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
At Team Green Landscaping & Hardscaping, we bring the art of nature to your doorstep. Nestled in the heart of Delaware County, our company is dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces into serene, functional, and sustainable landscapes. Our team of experienced designers and technicians specialize in a full spectrum of landscaping services to meet the unique needs of each client. Landscaping: Our approach to landscaping is rooted in harmony with the local ecosystem. We design breathtaking gardens that not only enhance the beauty of your property but also support local wildlife and flora. Landscape Lighting: Illuminate your evenings with our custom landscape lighting solutions. We integrate energy-efficient LED lights that accentuate the features of your garden, provide security, and create an enchanting atmosphere for those tranquil nights under the stars. Hardscaping: Durability meets design with our hardscaping services. We construct patios, decks, walkways, retaining wa lls, and other structures using high-quality materials that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Our hardscapes are not only aesthetically pleasing but also built to last. At Team Green Landscaping & Hardscaping, we believe in creating landscapes that are as functional as they are beautiful. Our commitment to excellence and sustainability makes us the premier choice for all your landscaping needs in Delaware, Chester, and Montgomery counties.
"Prompt response, job expertly done within agreed timeframe. Professional, communicative, friendly and accountable - everything you need when hiring an expert. Highly recommend"
Toni V on June 2025
At Team Green Landscaping & Hardscaping, we bring the art of nature to your doorstep. Nestled in the heart of Delaware County, our company is dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces into serene, functional, and sustainable landscapes. Our team of experienced designers and technicians specialize in a full spectrum of landscaping services to meet the unique needs of each client. Landscaping: Our approach to landscaping is rooted in harmony with the local ecosystem. We design breathtaking gardens that not only enhance the beauty of your property but also support local wildlife and flora. Landscape Lighting: Illuminate your evenings with our custom landscape lighting solutions. We integrate energy-efficient LED lights that accentuate the features of your garden, provide security, and create an enchanting atmosphere for those tranquil nights under the stars. Hardscaping: Durability meets design with our hardscaping services. We construct patios, decks, walkways, retaining wa lls, and other structures using high-quality materials that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Our hardscapes are not only aesthetically pleasing but also built to last. At Team Green Landscaping & Hardscaping, we believe in creating landscapes that are as functional as they are beautiful. Our commitment to excellence and sustainability makes us the premier choice for all your landscaping needs in Delaware, Chester, and Montgomery counties.
"Prompt response, job expertly done within agreed timeframe. Professional, communicative, friendly and accountable - everything you need when hiring an expert. Highly recommend"
Toni V on June 2025
From Concept to Completion. Plymouth Nursery & Landscape Co. provides design and build services for projects such as landscape, hardscape, lighting, irrigation, drainage , water features , outdoor kitchens, pavilions, porches and more. After your project has been completed we offer complete maintenance services to protect your investment.
"John was great to work with. He was very prompt, responsive, and easy to communicate with. The project was done on time and without any issues, and Plymouth had fair and reasonable pricing. I would definitely use them again!"
Jim M on May 2025
From Concept to Completion. Plymouth Nursery & Landscape Co. provides design and build services for projects such as landscape, hardscape, lighting, irrigation, drainage , water features , outdoor kitchens, pavilions, porches and more. After your project has been completed we offer complete maintenance services to protect your investment.
"John was great to work with. He was very prompt, responsive, and easy to communicate with. The project was done on time and without any issues, and Plymouth had fair and reasonable pricing. I would definitely use them again!"
Jim M on May 2025
D’Antonio Landscaping is a full-service landscape company we have been in business since 1997 we have 30 years of experience in the landscape field & been in business for over 20 years! We are an honest and hardworking company. We come in on time & on budget! Let our experience be your guide to a beautiful outdoor space & we know how to save you money but still do the job the right way. All work is warrantied & all customers are treated with the most important priority no matter big or small the job is! Services Hardscaping, masonry, plantings & mulching, fireplaces & firepits, pavillions & decks, pruning & tree work, fencing & lawn care. WWW.dantoniolandscaping.com & follow us out on facebook & Instagram
"Wow! Wow! Wow! Nick and his crew just finished an EP Henry hardscaping project in my courtyard. He transformed my courtyard into a beautiful and inviting place to relax, entertain, and enjoy! His crew arrived early every morning and worked a long and hard day. They were respectful, talented, and responsive! Nick stopped in several times each day to check on the progress. Nick kept me informed every step of the way, great communication! I found it easy to talk to Nick and he was always receptive. Although the project was supposed to take 8 days to finish, they finished it in 4 days! That was an unexpected and wonderful surprise! At the end of each day, the crew cleaned up the courtyard nicely. At the end of the project, they made sure that all of the construction materials were gathered, the lawn around the house was repaired from their wheel barrels, any trash was picked up, and the driveway was swept and blown. My only regret is that I don’t have another project for Nick and his crew to complete for me! I would hire D'Antonio Landscaping again without any hesitation!"
Monica W on February 2024
D’Antonio Landscaping is a full-service landscape company we have been in business since 1997 we have 30 years of experience in the landscape field & been in business for over 20 years! We are an honest and hardworking company. We come in on time & on budget! Let our experience be your guide to a beautiful outdoor space & we know how to save you money but still do the job the right way. All work is warrantied & all customers are treated with the most important priority no matter big or small the job is! Services Hardscaping, masonry, plantings & mulching, fireplaces & firepits, pavillions & decks, pruning & tree work, fencing & lawn care. WWW.dantoniolandscaping.com & follow us out on facebook & Instagram
"Wow! Wow! Wow! Nick and his crew just finished an EP Henry hardscaping project in my courtyard. He transformed my courtyard into a beautiful and inviting place to relax, entertain, and enjoy! His crew arrived early every morning and worked a long and hard day. They were respectful, talented, and responsive! Nick stopped in several times each day to check on the progress. Nick kept me informed every step of the way, great communication! I found it easy to talk to Nick and he was always receptive. Although the project was supposed to take 8 days to finish, they finished it in 4 days! That was an unexpected and wonderful surprise! At the end of each day, the crew cleaned up the courtyard nicely. At the end of the project, they made sure that all of the construction materials were gathered, the lawn around the house was repaired from their wheel barrels, any trash was picked up, and the driveway was swept and blown. My only regret is that I don’t have another project for Nick and his crew to complete for me! I would hire D'Antonio Landscaping again without any hesitation!"
Monica W on February 2024
Golden Rule Plumbing & Contracting, LLC, lives by the golden rule. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality dependable service at affordable prices for all of your plumbing & home improvement needs; always on time & on budget. We take great pride in exceeding your every expectation. We take care of all of your plumbing needs large & small, from complete plumbing for new construction, additions, & remodels, to all faucets, fixtures, pipes, hot water heaters, drain cleaning, sump pumps, water & sewer mains & more! We treat all of our customers the way we would like to be treated, with honest, reliable, personalized service at affordable prices.
"Golden Rule is the best. They do high quality work and don't nickel and dime you. I had issues getting the tub and shower kits from the big box stores, even one getting damaged and Golden Rule took care of everything, even at the last minute."
Jamie B on November 2021
Golden Rule Plumbing & Contracting, LLC, lives by the golden rule. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality dependable service at affordable prices for all of your plumbing & home improvement needs; always on time & on budget. We take great pride in exceeding your every expectation. We take care of all of your plumbing needs large & small, from complete plumbing for new construction, additions, & remodels, to all faucets, fixtures, pipes, hot water heaters, drain cleaning, sump pumps, water & sewer mains & more! We treat all of our customers the way we would like to be treated, with honest, reliable, personalized service at affordable prices.
"Golden Rule is the best. They do high quality work and don't nickel and dime you. I had issues getting the tub and shower kits from the big box stores, even one getting damaged and Golden Rule took care of everything, even at the last minute."
Jamie B on November 2021
Visit our Website: newkitchensandbaths.com We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and have been serving the Delaware Valley for over 30 years. Over the years we have developed a business policy designed to please our customers from start to finish. We know that your kitchen and bathroom are a functional part of your home, a timely completion is our number one priority. Our experience allows us to give you a quality job that is done right and will give you years of trouble free service. Please consider us for your next kitchen or bathroom remodeling project, we are fully licensed and insured and offer free estimates along with referrals.
"Our experience with Nicholson's was top notch. Steve helped us to make cost-effective choices. The finished product is gorgeous and we're so hsppy with our new bathroom! We would highly recommend Steve and we would definfitely hire his company again."
Stephen L on October 2024
Visit our Website: newkitchensandbaths.com We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and have been serving the Delaware Valley for over 30 years. Over the years we have developed a business policy designed to please our customers from start to finish. We know that your kitchen and bathroom are a functional part of your home, a timely completion is our number one priority. Our experience allows us to give you a quality job that is done right and will give you years of trouble free service. Please consider us for your next kitchen or bathroom remodeling project, we are fully licensed and insured and offer free estimates along with referrals.
"Our experience with Nicholson's was top notch. Steve helped us to make cost-effective choices. The finished product is gorgeous and we're so hsppy with our new bathroom! We would highly recommend Steve and we would definfitely hire his company again."
Stephen L on October 2024
Full service remodeling and renovation contractor specializing in custom kitchens and bathrooms, finished basements and much more. Williamson Trade School graduate
"Team did a great job from setting up keeping the area clean. They did quality work. We’re very happy with everything."
Don R on April 2023
Full service remodeling and renovation contractor specializing in custom kitchens and bathrooms, finished basements and much more. Williamson Trade School graduate
"Team did a great job from setting up keeping the area clean. They did quality work. We’re very happy with everything."
Don R on April 2023
New residential, and commercial construction. Home remodeling. No job is too big or small. Please call our office today to schedule your FREE estimate at 610-659-3750 We have been in business since 1989. We would provide any previous work we have done over the years at customers request. GJP INC. provides top notch building and remodeling services at an affordable price. We get the job done fast and provide only the best craftsmanship in the business. References are available upon request.
"You get what you pay for! Name of Company: GJP Developers owned by Gary Papa Project type: Main BATHROOM Background: I found GJP Construction on Angie’s list rated very well. This is our only bathtub for our young children so we needed someone who could start relatively quickly. Our bathtub drain was leaking so it was unusable and instead of having the pipe fixed we went with redoing our mostly pale blue bathroom. GJP was able to schedule us 2 weeks after we signed a contract. I ordered the tub and sent Gary the dimensions before the project began and made sure to have the new faucet, tub fixtures, curtain rod, toilet paper holder, hand towel holder and tile waiting in my garage before the project began to ensure no delays. Demo/ Tiling: Gary stopped by day 1 along with the demo crew for a full gut job down to the studs. They laid canvas cloths down, were quiet and worked quickly. They got the new dry wall up quickly and began tiling day 2-3. The tiling did not account for the size of the same sink that was going back in so my vanity is now in front of the tile with a gap along the back and a shin behind it. I was offered a piece of trim along the top as my only option to fix this which I declined since it would make it look even more incorrect than it already was. The correct option would have been to cut the tile to the vanity can sit flat and fix ant tiles/ grout that then needed repair. The drywall behind my door in the corner was not smooth at all. I was told its too hard to get a putty knife in there and trim can be added if we want. I know the drywall could have been smoothed if they did it before putting the door trim back up. Again, another excuse for not doing this correctly and now just trying to add trim where not needed. My baseboard heater now sat over an inch from the wall. I was told that was as far back as it could go. 2 weeks after the job was “completed” I went into the bathroom and took the heater apart, saw the bottom row of baby blue tile was left there and not demo’ed, tapped it with a hammer so it fell out and had my husband put screws in to sink it to the wall. It now sits flush. This may be preference for builder but where the tub meets the tile, I have always seen it as caulk but they chose to put grout. I have no idea why since this will expand especially with the weight of the tub being filled with water. The tub creaks when you walk in it, so I am also afraid it was put properly installed or supported. Electrical/ Plumbing: Cutouts for fixtures such as plumbing and electrical were not moved before putting the new drywall up. I had all of these items in advance so this would be accounted for. I immediately addressed this with Gary, Rick (project manager) as well as the demo/tiling crew. I was reassured this would be handled and not to worry. The plumbing is not aligned at all from shower head down the spout to the drain. My electrical outlet cover was cut since the wire was apparently too short so that was “the best they could do”. Upon using the shower, the hot and cold were backwards, and we never actually got cold water. On top of that, the water leaked out of the back of the spout and the whole spout wiggled which sat far from the tile and had a lot of caulk. Gary offered to fix the spout, but I had such little confidence at this point that I opted to have my own plumber come in. He found that Rick used PVC to run to the spout which should have been a copper line, the cartridge for the hot and cold was in backward and plumbing tape was not used it was electrical tape which is why it was leaking. Between the cartridge being on backward and the pressure buildup the electrical tape on my pvc line just couldn’t hold the water. Who would have though? My plumber could not align the in shower fixtures without pulling the tile out so I guess we have to live with this. Additional Fixtures: Gary offered if we had any addition fixtures, they would install them. They hung the toilet paper holder, hand towel bar and 2 towel hooks. All holes were drilled too large, so each had major wiggle. My husband had to remove them all and put bigger anchors in with new screws to fix this mistake. Not worth the nice gesture, Gary. Other: • In addition, an access panel was installed in my basement ceiling in case we ever needed to access the pipes. I told by Gary I would have to purchase a new ceiling tile on my own since Rick said the one, he removed was wet. I called him out on this since there was no plumbing above this. I told him the track wasn’t removed and that there were wires above. The only way to get the tile down without removing the track was to break it. At this point I did not trust Rick to be in my house. • During this entire process I had the sticky plastic on my carpeted steps up and down as well as to my crawlspace for shutoff access. Upon returning home one night in efforts to quickly get my 2 kids under 3 to bed, I found a 6-7 inch patch and 2 inch patch of dark black grease on my light tan carpets right off of the plastic strip that was there. I immediately got to work to get this out. I called Gary practically in tears since after 3 applications of carpet cleaner it wouldn’t come out. He spoke with Rick who admitted seeing it and leaving it like that and went home for the day. Gary came out the next day and it lightened but it was still there. I purchased 3 more cleaners and must have cleaned the spot another 15 times before it was light enough to only see from the trained eye. • The job was completed with not toilet caps and just 4 inch bolts sticking up from the toilet. 3 months later after being told Rick was the only one that could fix this, I was strong armed to let him, and he cut the bolts down and put caps on. There was metal shaving all around the toilet that I saw and cleaned up before my 1 and 3 year old got metal splinters in their feet. Painting: Edging along the ceiling was not good. We have since had to redo it ourselves as well as repaint since there were many dots of white where they missed when rolling. In addition, the roller left white speckles from the primer on my black tile floor which I had to address and then an attempt to clean it was made but I still see many. It was also clear they caulked the trim after they painted since the caulk had faded and paint would not do that in 2 months. Follow up: It took Gary 3 months to send the one person I requested to not be sent back to my house to come back to “fix” the not completed items. I was told and I quote that “not to take this the wrong way but I cannot invest anymore time in your project since you got a good price”. I would not recommend Gary GJP Construction to anyone who wants their job done right. Red flag should have been when he said he could start in 2 weeks. He was such a nice guy to talk to but a complete BSer."
Nicole S on August 2021
New residential, and commercial construction. Home remodeling. No job is too big or small. Please call our office today to schedule your FREE estimate at 610-659-3750 We have been in business since 1989. We would provide any previous work we have done over the years at customers request. GJP INC. provides top notch building and remodeling services at an affordable price. We get the job done fast and provide only the best craftsmanship in the business. References are available upon request.
"You get what you pay for! Name of Company: GJP Developers owned by Gary Papa Project type: Main BATHROOM Background: I found GJP Construction on Angie’s list rated very well. This is our only bathtub for our young children so we needed someone who could start relatively quickly. Our bathtub drain was leaking so it was unusable and instead of having the pipe fixed we went with redoing our mostly pale blue bathroom. GJP was able to schedule us 2 weeks after we signed a contract. I ordered the tub and sent Gary the dimensions before the project began and made sure to have the new faucet, tub fixtures, curtain rod, toilet paper holder, hand towel holder and tile waiting in my garage before the project began to ensure no delays. Demo/ Tiling: Gary stopped by day 1 along with the demo crew for a full gut job down to the studs. They laid canvas cloths down, were quiet and worked quickly. They got the new dry wall up quickly and began tiling day 2-3. The tiling did not account for the size of the same sink that was going back in so my vanity is now in front of the tile with a gap along the back and a shin behind it. I was offered a piece of trim along the top as my only option to fix this which I declined since it would make it look even more incorrect than it already was. The correct option would have been to cut the tile to the vanity can sit flat and fix ant tiles/ grout that then needed repair. The drywall behind my door in the corner was not smooth at all. I was told its too hard to get a putty knife in there and trim can be added if we want. I know the drywall could have been smoothed if they did it before putting the door trim back up. Again, another excuse for not doing this correctly and now just trying to add trim where not needed. My baseboard heater now sat over an inch from the wall. I was told that was as far back as it could go. 2 weeks after the job was “completed” I went into the bathroom and took the heater apart, saw the bottom row of baby blue tile was left there and not demo’ed, tapped it with a hammer so it fell out and had my husband put screws in to sink it to the wall. It now sits flush. This may be preference for builder but where the tub meets the tile, I have always seen it as caulk but they chose to put grout. I have no idea why since this will expand especially with the weight of the tub being filled with water. The tub creaks when you walk in it, so I am also afraid it was put properly installed or supported. Electrical/ Plumbing: Cutouts for fixtures such as plumbing and electrical were not moved before putting the new drywall up. I had all of these items in advance so this would be accounted for. I immediately addressed this with Gary, Rick (project manager) as well as the demo/tiling crew. I was reassured this would be handled and not to worry. The plumbing is not aligned at all from shower head down the spout to the drain. My electrical outlet cover was cut since the wire was apparently too short so that was “the best they could do”. Upon using the shower, the hot and cold were backwards, and we never actually got cold water. On top of that, the water leaked out of the back of the spout and the whole spout wiggled which sat far from the tile and had a lot of caulk. Gary offered to fix the spout, but I had such little confidence at this point that I opted to have my own plumber come in. He found that Rick used PVC to run to the spout which should have been a copper line, the cartridge for the hot and cold was in backward and plumbing tape was not used it was electrical tape which is why it was leaking. Between the cartridge being on backward and the pressure buildup the electrical tape on my pvc line just couldn’t hold the water. Who would have though? My plumber could not align the in shower fixtures without pulling the tile out so I guess we have to live with this. Additional Fixtures: Gary offered if we had any addition fixtures, they would install them. They hung the toilet paper holder, hand towel bar and 2 towel hooks. All holes were drilled too large, so each had major wiggle. My husband had to remove them all and put bigger anchors in with new screws to fix this mistake. Not worth the nice gesture, Gary. Other: • In addition, an access panel was installed in my basement ceiling in case we ever needed to access the pipes. I told by Gary I would have to purchase a new ceiling tile on my own since Rick said the one, he removed was wet. I called him out on this since there was no plumbing above this. I told him the track wasn’t removed and that there were wires above. The only way to get the tile down without removing the track was to break it. At this point I did not trust Rick to be in my house. • During this entire process I had the sticky plastic on my carpeted steps up and down as well as to my crawlspace for shutoff access. Upon returning home one night in efforts to quickly get my 2 kids under 3 to bed, I found a 6-7 inch patch and 2 inch patch of dark black grease on my light tan carpets right off of the plastic strip that was there. I immediately got to work to get this out. I called Gary practically in tears since after 3 applications of carpet cleaner it wouldn’t come out. He spoke with Rick who admitted seeing it and leaving it like that and went home for the day. Gary came out the next day and it lightened but it was still there. I purchased 3 more cleaners and must have cleaned the spot another 15 times before it was light enough to only see from the trained eye. • The job was completed with not toilet caps and just 4 inch bolts sticking up from the toilet. 3 months later after being told Rick was the only one that could fix this, I was strong armed to let him, and he cut the bolts down and put caps on. There was metal shaving all around the toilet that I saw and cleaned up before my 1 and 3 year old got metal splinters in their feet. Painting: Edging along the ceiling was not good. We have since had to redo it ourselves as well as repaint since there were many dots of white where they missed when rolling. In addition, the roller left white speckles from the primer on my black tile floor which I had to address and then an attempt to clean it was made but I still see many. It was also clear they caulked the trim after they painted since the caulk had faded and paint would not do that in 2 months. Follow up: It took Gary 3 months to send the one person I requested to not be sent back to my house to come back to “fix” the not completed items. I was told and I quote that “not to take this the wrong way but I cannot invest anymore time in your project since you got a good price”. I would not recommend Gary GJP Construction to anyone who wants their job done right. Red flag should have been when he said he could start in 2 weeks. He was such a nice guy to talk to but a complete BSer."
Nicole S on August 2021
In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.
Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.
When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.
How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.
Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.
No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.