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AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists
4.6(
191
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Serving Bridgeport, AL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hats off to Blake, Arnold, Yoni and team leader Ricardo for doing an awesome job installing our perimeter drain system, sub pumps, and wall moisture barrier. They were knowledgeable, talented, and professional. They showed up on time every day and kept us in the communication loop. Looking forward to having a dry basement in the 50 year old house that we bought last summer. Our sales consultant, Rob L., was also a wealth of information and helped us find an affordable solution to our water issue. We definitely would recommend the Huntsville office of AFS to others! "
Protect Your Basement
Correct Your Wet Basement
Waterproof Your Basement
Protect Your Concrete
Polyurethane Foam Injection

+12

Response time3 hrs
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Innovative Contractors, LLC
4.6(
10
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Serving Bridgeport, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very good. I thought they were pretty reasonable. I was very pleased and the work turned out well. They did the design on it and it turned out really good. Their demeanor and customer service was good. I talked back and forth with them on what to do. "
Recommended by80%of homeowners
A & A Mobile Magic
4.5(
11
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Serving Bridgeport, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There were 3 guys doing the drywalling and one of them was not nearly as good as the others so there were spots that were very visible. Their price was excellent but I don't think I'll use them again because of the quality. They were good with responsiveness. I'll probably go with someone else if I had to do a similar project just because the quality of the drywall wasn't what I like."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Swafford Construction
5.0(
11
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Serving Bridgeport, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tim was very responsive, honest and does excellent work. He is also a GREEN BUILDING expert. I have no problem whatsoever recommending Swafford Construction for any project, new or remodel. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Mountaintop Construction LLC
4.5(
11
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Serving Bridgeport, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our son ran into the brick side of our garage with my husband's truck.  The mortar was cracked and the wall was pushed 6" into the garage.  We got 3 estimates to repair the damage and replace both garage doors.  Mountaintop came to my house and gave me a detailed estimate.  They were professional and extremely courteous.  The work was done quickly and well.  These guys are great!  We are currently discussing another project at our house with them."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Spivey Construction
4.8(
8
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Serving Bridgeport, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The owner was very professional, but he is apparently out of town a lot, so he sends out his men to do job and they didn't always come through.  His men left the job unfinished in the back of the house but after a call to the owner, he personally came to the property and completed the work even adding trim to where fascia meets soffits and replacing two pieces of soffit at the rear of the property.   He felt really bad, apologized profusely and claimed he fired the man who left the job unfinished.  He threw in additional work for free.  I would use him again, although the price did seem a bit steep.  "
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Bridgeport, AL

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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