The city of Delaware has some of the oldest homes in the area, and their basements show it. Near downtown and Ohio Wesleyan, 19th and early 20th century houses often sit on stone or brick foundations with low ceilings, uneven floors, and sometimes partial basements or crawl spaces. Those spaces can often be improved, but moisture management and realistic expectations matter more than finishes. The growing west and south sides are a different picture, with newer subdivisions and poured basements ready for full finishing. Permits go through the City of Delaware, and the downtown historic district reviews exterior work.
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The city of Delaware is the county seat, with a historic downtown on Sandusky Street, Ohio Wesleyan University, and the Delaware County Fair, home of the Little Brown Jug harness race. Delaware is the county seat.
Homes here: 19th and early 20th century homes near downtown and the university, and newer subdivisions on the city's growing west and south sides.
Permits and approvals: Delaware handles permits through the city, and the downtown historic district has its own review for exterior work. We’ll talk through what applies to your property on the estimate.
Neighborhoods include Downtown Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan area, West side, Olentangy River area and Stratford area.
Every service below is available to homeowners in Delaware (43015).
Turn bare concrete and open joists into warm, comfortable living space built around how you live.
See details →A larger basement window and well for bedrooms, emergency escape, and more daylight downstairs.
See details →Update a dated finished basement with a better layout, lighting, and flooring, and fix what is behind old walls.
See details →Add a full or half bath below grade, with drains, venting, and pumps planned around your plumbing.
See details →A basement bar or kitchenette with a sink, cabinets, counters, and space for a beverage fridge.
See details →A basement theater or media room with planned seating, wiring, lighting, and sound control.
See details →A short call is the quickest way to get going. Tell us about your basement project in Delaware, and we’ll talk through options, what affects the cost, and next steps. Free, with no obligation.
Call now (614) 555-0102Sometimes, with care. Stone foundations tend to let some moisture through, and ceilings and floors may be uneven. The first step is understanding how water moves through the walls and whether drainage, grading, or other fixes are needed. Some homeowners end up with a lighter finish, such as a clean, dry storage and utility area, rather than full living space.