Looking for an addition contractor in Delaware Water Gap, PA? Describe your project once and up to five addition contractors who work in Delaware Water Gap and Monroe County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Delaware Water Gap is home to about 665 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−1.5% since 2020). With 345 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Growing families here often add space instead of moving.
Delaware Water Gap at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 665 (−1.5% since 2020)
- Rank in Pennsylvania
- 702nd of 1,013 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.9 sq mi
- Population density
- 345 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Borough (Delaware Water Gap borough)
- Main county
- Monroe County
What to check before hiring in Delaware Water Gap
- Zoning: check Delaware Water Gap's setbacks, lot coverage and height limits first.
- License and permit: in Pennsylvania, additions are built by licensed contractors under a permit.
- Structure: second stories need an engineer to check the existing house.
- Price drivers: size, foundation, roof tie-in, plumbing and finishes.
Useful official resources
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ICC: International Code Council
Official information and guidance.
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NAHB
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Delaware Water Gap
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Room addition
Ground-floor addition with foundation, framing, roof and finishes.
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Second-story addition
New floor over the existing house, with structural engineering.
Frequently asked questions in Delaware Water Gap
How much does an addition cost in Delaware Water Gap, PA?
It depends on size, foundation and finishes. Describe your project: contractors who serve Delaware Water Gap reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a few months, plus design and permits.
Does an addition raise property taxes?
Usually, since it increases the assessed value.
Which addition contractors will contact me?
Up to five independent addition contractors who serve Delaware Water Gap and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.