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LP restoration & construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Wilkes Barre, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"LP Restoration & Construction LLC did a great job remodeling our basement. Lukasz was professional, easy to work with, and made sure everything was done right. The quality of the work was excellent, and we?re very happy with the finished result. I would definitely recommend them."
Laundry room remodel
Laundry room remodel
Laundry room remodel
Laundry room remodel
Laundry room remodel

+10

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A.S.B. Renovations LLC
4.4(
25
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Serving Wilkes Barre, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He evaluated the situation, fully presented my options , and completed the project as described. The workmen were respectful of the property and cleaned up afterwards. The price was fair and I was kept in the loop throughout. I would happily hire him for other projects."
New Home Construction
New home construction
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J. Bruzgulis Construction LLC
4.8(
35
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Serving Wilkes Barre, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JB Construction was professional, on-time, clean, and does amazing work. They remodel a building for us. Installed windows, sheathing, and trim. They even caught a problem that our building had with the main bean and corrected it for us. The building is almost 80 years old and you would never know. The building feels so sturdy now. I highly recommend JB Construction. They are family owned and they make you feel part of their family."
Basment finish
Basment finish
Basment finish
Basment finish
Basment finish

+305

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Wilkes Barre, 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.

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