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Alpha Foundations
4.9(
130
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Serving Archer, FL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Appreciated their services so much - we confidently used them twice! We utilized Alpha Foundations in 2023 for the repair of a segment of our house that had a faltering foundation. We are utilizing them again in 2024 for the installation of a encapsulation system under our crawlspace. They were friendly, honest, and professional. Thank you to Johnny and Jacob for the great inspections and to Keith, Migue, Matt, Antione, and Jacob for the excellent execution. We are happy to to have a stable foundation once again!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Creative Remodeling
5.0(
6
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Serving Archer, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. I can’t say enough about Creative remodeling. We had some extensive ceiling damage from the past hurricane. They repaired the damage and we decided to have them do more custom work on our walls. They also did a custom baseboard and crown molding that is their own design. The work was done in a timely manner and the crew (owners) did the work themselves. We love the outcome. Everything was cleaned daily and they left my home very clean. We are more than happy with Creative remodeling and have already rescheduled more work to done on our home. I highly recommend them."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iga Construction
5.0(
7
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Serving Archer, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent!!! Would 100% recommend IGA Construction!! It was more than a pleasure to work with this wonderfully talented hard working team! Our overall experience was beautiful beyond expectations I was very grateful as well thankful for their beautiful work done to make my home perfect detail as well work done was beyond professional creativity spectacular specific and talented in this field I will definitely call Iga Construction for all other construction work needed in future as I will recommend to anyone and everyone."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stephanie Kirkland Builders, Inc.
4.9(
7
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Serving Archer, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was amazingly efficient! Everything was on time. The actions of subcontractors are out of the contractors control however Stephanie had great relationships and all the work went smoothly. She came by every day to check on the progress and talk to all the subs. If there were any little issues or items that needed to be tweaked she handled them herself and immediately. Before the work started and to secure payment there was paperwork involved with the mortgage company which Stephanie attended to quickly and efficiently as well. She is super friendly, easy to talk to and work with which is always a bonus. She’s very very, very knowledgeable as well. I recommend her highly!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
S C Nelson Builders LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Archer, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had refinanced my house for a much lower rate and was able to get enough money to refurbish my house too, without raising the monthly payments, or extend the life of the loan. My son, who teaches construction at the local college, told me to Hardie board the whole house. He warned me that vinyl siding wasn't what it was cracked up to be on a wooden house. Yet the Hardie board was so expensive, well over twice what the vinyl siding would cost, as it is a concrete fiber board that is impervious to rot. However, the roofer told me to just paint the house regularly, and the Hardie board would be unnecessary. The painter came to pressure wash the house and the horror he exposed was frightening. The exterior was so rotten he was blowing holes through the T-111 plywood panels that made up the exterior of the house. The house was built in 1980, so it is 33 years old. We bought it in 2001 because it looked so rustic. Now we were paying for not maintaining it all these years. The painter, who is an expert in his own right, brought in a carpenter. He took one look at the extent of the rot and recommended Scott Nelson as the man for this job. <br /> <br />Scott is a bright young man with a lot of skill, and a college degree. It was obvious from day one that he knew what he was doing. He also recommended the Hardie board solution. His price was within pennies of my son's original estimate, so this guy is also incredibly honest. He brought his crew in and went right to work. My wife and I were extremely impressed with their work ethic. The house was virtually reborn. He had warned me the the rot on the outside may only be hiding some rot to the wooden framework of the house as well. I was prepared for the worst, but Scott, as honest as he is, repaired some small framework deterioration, but ultimately found the framework intact. His replacement of the T-111 panels with the Hardie board made the house look different, and we feared it would loose its rustic charm. Not happening. Scott had the skill to make the house be the beautiful house it was always meant to be. We are more than pleased. You just do not get what Scott gave to us with his skill and knowledge of construction techniques in wood today, unless the man has that unique ability to see the job as completed before he drives the first nail. We would quickly and easily recommend Scott Nelson LLC to anyone who is seeking knowledgeable, skilled, intelligent, and honest work for their money. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Interior Designs & Decor, LLC
4.4(
5
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Serving Archer, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We bought a foreclosed property that we intended to remodel the living room, kitchen and dining room to create a single large open room. In working with Teresa we learned that other parts of the house could be addressed at the same time with significant savings incurred due to contractors being on location, etc. She was right! We ended up transforming the entire house for lees than expected. Teresa kept to schedule in spite of issues cropping up. She provided continuous guidance to keep the overall design integerty in place. A real pleasure to work with. I would recommend anyone planning to remodel, contact Teresa Davis first! <br />"
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Stewart's Quality Remodeling
4.6(
5
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Serving Archer, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall, this was a very smooth and stress free experience. Mr. Stewart came out in a very timely fashion to measure the job and speak to me about what I needed. The materials were brought to the job. He arrived at the scheduled time and performed the work. He did a great job and I was very pleased with his professionalism and quality of work. He took his time and made adjustments until it was perfect. Once the job was complete, I noticed the lines around the door were perfectly straight, unlike my old door. I am very happy with the work and I will certainly use him for all of future home repair/ remodeling needs."
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Archer, FL

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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