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Avatar for Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
Quality 1st Basement Systems, Inc
4.7(
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Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"my whole home feels fantastic. very courteous and knowledgeable individuals. I would hire them again for all my basement waterproofing and basement remodeling needs in the future. Its hard to find a family run business with amazing values and professionalism. these guys have it all."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Liberty Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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R.A BARKER
5.0(
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Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

R a Barker general contractor home remodeling. We offer everything from the ground up foundations, concrete, framing, siding, roofing, windows all interior work drywall, painting, trim, full kitchens, bathrooms additions to small handyman services. We want to provide quality services at a fair prices we sell products and services that home owners want or need nothing they dont. We have been servicing the area for more then 19 years owner operated small business

Finished basement
Finished
Basement Remodeling
Bathroom Remodel
New plywood

+113

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Garage Lux
5.0(
10
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Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Garage Lux general contractor has done many projects for me which was done professionally and on time. They removed my old garage door and replaced it with regular door and screen. My old front door was removed and replaced with new door. My back porch gutters were removed and replaced and the old wood was torn off and replaced with new wood. All the old screens were replaced with new ones and a new fan with light fixtures was installed by them. I would recommend them if you are in need of work to do around your home. I would give this company a 10 out of 10."
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Garage Renovation
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Garage Transformed
Kitchen Renovation

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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fleetwood Construction, LLC
4.8(
5
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Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fleetwood Construction remodeled our single Garage into an amazing interior living space/office space. This included Drywall, painting, luxury vinyl planks, mini split installation, electric and more. I would hire them back in a second! "
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Lockhart Construction, LLC
4.7(
27
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Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim & his team did an AMAZING job on my bathroom remodel. I am so happy with how everything turned out. Job was completed in less then 1 week. Iâ ve hired Lockhart construction previously for my Kitchen remodel as well & could not be happier. I recommend Lockhart construction 100%. I will definitely use them again for my next project."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Handyman Guy
5.0(
2
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Serving Claymont, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am 100 % satisfied with the work Handyman Guy and his crew did in my kitchen and bathroom remodel. In fact, I have hired them again and again for many things throughout my home. Very professional and highly skilled. I would recommend The Handyman Guy for anyone looking for quality renovations and repairs."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Claymont, DE

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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