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Your basement should be the most comfortable floor in your house. At Getty Home Made, we specialize in high-quality basement finishing that bridges the gap between raw utility and intentional living spaces.
As a local, veteran-owned construction business, owners Jon Powell and Lenny Getty understand that a Portsmouth basement requires more than just drywall. It requires a deep understanding of the Seacoast environment and the disciplined execution of a master builder.
We believe that a finished basement should never look like an afterthought. Many contractors provide “builder grade” finishes that feel sterile or disconnected from the rest of the home. At Getty Home Made, we take a different approach.
In Portsmouth, standard basement remodeling is not enough. The city’s historic landscape and proximity to the Piscataqua River mean dealing with unique groundwater challenges and structural requirements.
From the historic South End to the newer developments in Elwyn Park and the West End, building in Portsmouth requires a partner who understands the Seacoast terrain. We perform site-specific evaluations to ensure your project includes the correct drainage for our regional soil conditions. Our team respects local traffic patterns and works closely with the Portsmouth Planning & Sustainability department to ensure every project is quiet, professional, and compliant with city standards.
A deep-dive audit to ensure the space is 100% dry before construction begins.
We draft bespoke plans and submit all paperwork to the Portsmouth Building Inspector.
Our veteran-led crews handle the framing and specialized insulation with military precision.
We apply high-quality finishes and perform a final walk-through to ensure the space fits your lifestyle perfectly.
While we lead with basements, our mission is to handle all your high-end construction needs across the Seacoast. We provide the same intentional design and quality of work for:
Guest suites and detached units built to the latest New Hampshire ADU standards.
Yes. The City of Portsmouth requires a building permit for any finished space to ensure compliance with New Hampshire fire safety and egress codes. We handle the entire submittal and inspection process with the Portsmouth Building Inspector.
High-density coastal areas in Portsmouth often face significant hydrostatic pressure. We implement advanced moisture management systems, including internal drainage and closed-cell spray foam insulation, to create a dry, healthy living environment.
It means we reject the sterile, “basement-only” look. We focus on intentional design—using custom-milled trim and high-end lighting—to ensure the quality and aesthetic of your lower level matches the rest of your home.
Yes. Under New Hampshire building codes, any habitable basement space must have a secondary means of escape. We specialize in installing code-compliant egress systems that blend perfectly with your home’s exterior architecture.
Operating with military discipline, our veteran-led crews stick to strict daily schedules. Most high-quality basement transformations in the Seacoast area are completed within a 6 to 10-week window once construction starts.
Your home is likely your largest investment. Don’t settle for a basement that feels like a basement. Let Jon and Lenny show you how an intentional design and a veteran-led construction process can transform your lower level into the most utilized space in your home.
