Since 1985 · Wilmington, DE

Every conversation deserves to be understood.

On-site, telephonic, and video remote interpreting, plus document translation, in 21+ languages — for schools, medical facilities, government agencies, and businesses across Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, and nationwide.

On-Demand Access
  • Telephonic interpreting24/7 on-demand
  • Video remote interpretingScheduled meetings
  • On-site interpretingDE & PA
  • Document translationnationwide
1985Founded, family-run
21+Languages available
DE · MD · PAOn-site coverage area
50States served, telephonic & VRI
Services

Four ways to bridge the gap

Whatever the setting — a parent-teacher conference, a medical appointment, a courtroom, or a contract — we match the format to the moment.

On-Site Interpreting

In the room, when it matters

Qualified interpreters attend in person for IEP meetings, medical appointments, legal proceedings, and business meetings across Delaware and Pennsylvania.

Telephonic (OPI)

An interpreter, on the line, in minutes

On-demand over-the-phone interpreting connects you to a qualified professional at a moment's notice — nationwide, with flexible scheduling and no long-term contracts.

Video Remote (VRI)

Face-to-face, without the drive

On-demand and scheduled video interpreting adds visual context and cues for conversations that benefit from seeing as well as hearing.

Document Translation

Accurate, on your timeline

Vital records, manuals, correspondence, websites, and annual reports translated quickly and accurately by experienced document translators.

Who We Serve

Trusted across sectors that can't afford miscommunication

Schools & Districts

IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, enrollment, and district-wide language access.

Medical Facilities

Appointments, intake, discharge instructions, and mental health evaluations.

Government Agencies

Public services, hearings, and constituent communication at every level.

Businesses

Contracts, HR, training materials, and client-facing communication.

Languages

21+ languages, assignments of any size

A sample of what we cover most often — if your language isn't listed, ask us; we regularly source less-common languages and dialects on request.

SpanishHaitian CreoleFrenchArabic MandarinCantoneseVietnamesePortuguese RussianKoreanSwahiliAmharic BengaliGujaratiFarsi / DariPolish ItalianJapaneseHindiPunjabi TagalogAmerican Sign Language + more on request
Testimonials

What clients tell us

Staff were cooperative, and someone was always available to answer questions — it made the job easier.

— Lorayne Titter

Fast, reliable service with all the common languages and more. Committed to getting the work done accurately and quickly, with a great staff to work with.

— Mary Ann Nelson

Highly recommend Back to Basics' interpreters and translation services.

— Sandy Gauding
Get In Touch

Request an interpreter or a quote

Office
6 Stone Hill Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
Hours
Mon–Fri: 8:00am–5:00pm