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A & R General Contractor, Inc.

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A & R General Contractor, Inc.

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13 years of experience
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We are a family business, specializing in tiling services, hardwood flooring, and more! We have been servicing Orange County since the early 2000's. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

We are a family business, specializing in tiling services, hardwood flooring, and more! We have been servicing Orange County since the early 2000's. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!


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William Joyce Design

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William Joyce Design

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William Joyce Design is a Landscape Architecture firm dedicated to creating imaginative, functional, & attractive landscapes that elicit lasting responses & are intrinsic to the local environmental conditions. As each site poses its own questions & offers its unique subtleties, we use our own broad-reaching cultural experiences & expansive education to embrace natural systems, feed our imagination, & reinforce the instincts of our designs. By committing to stewardship of the land, responsible use of natural resources, incorporation of local materials & native plants, & appreciation of the physical interaction with the landscape, William Joyce Design seeks uncontrived, natural solutions designed to generate discovery, splendor, & balance.

William Joyce Design is a Landscape Architecture firm dedicated to creating imaginative, functional, & attractive landscapes that elicit lasting responses & are intrinsic to the local environmental conditions. As each site poses its own questions & offers its unique subtleties, we use our own broad-reaching cultural experiences & expansive education to embrace natural systems, feed our imagination, & reinforce the instincts of our designs. By committing to stewardship of the land, responsible use of natural resources, incorporation of local materials & native plants, & appreciation of the physical interaction with the landscape, William Joyce Design seeks uncontrived, natural solutions designed to generate discovery, splendor, & balance.


Pacific Rim Construction Group

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Pacific Rim Construction Group

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Pacific Rim Construction Group is license and bonded.

Pacific Rim Construction Group is license and bonded.


JJ Gold Construction & Design

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JJ Gold Construction & Design

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25 years of experience

My name is Juan Barrera I'm with JJ Gold Construction & Design. We do all kind of construction work. We are license contractors and bonded. If you have any questions or would like a free home estimate give us a call (323)348-8458 LN#946866

My name is Juan Barrera I'm with JJ Gold Construction & Design. We do all kind of construction work. We are license contractors and bonded. If you have any questions or would like a free home estimate give us a call (323)348-8458 LN#946866


AK PRO CONSTRUCTION

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AK PRO CONSTRUCTION

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19 years of experience

WE ARE WORKING SPECIALTY JAPANESE DESIGN AND QUALITY CONSTRUCTION SERVICE AK PRO CONSTRUCTION, INC. is a trustworthy company and offers customers an honest, reliable and affordable service. We pride ourselves in providing high quality workmanship with the highest level of customer service at an economical price. Try our Japanese quality service. We work hard.

WE ARE WORKING SPECIALTY JAPANESE DESIGN AND QUALITY CONSTRUCTION SERVICE AK PRO CONSTRUCTION, INC. is a trustworthy company and offers customers an honest, reliable and affordable service. We pride ourselves in providing high quality workmanship with the highest level of customer service at an economical price. Try our Japanese quality service. We work hard.


DC STRETZ MASONRY

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Fine Design Builders

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Fine Design Builders

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16 years of experience

home construction, new or remodeling, garages, patios, kitchen, bath, you think it, we build it

home construction, new or remodeling, garages, patios, kitchen, bath, you think it, we build it


Hertwick Tile and Stone

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Hertwick Tile and Stone

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17 years of experience

Old world sevice and quality, fair and reasonable new world prices!

Old world sevice and quality, fair and reasonable new world prices!


Custom sculpting Signs and More

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Custom sculpting Signs and More

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I do custom sculpting and 3D signs for small businesses or large businesses I've done many sculptures for Vans shoe stores, Hot topic stores even Las Vegas casinos my artwork is variable according to my client's needs, I can custom make totem poles, smoke shop wooden Indians, driveway entrances you name it anything is possible I do chainsaw art as well as fine sculpting

I do custom sculpting and 3D signs for small businesses or large businesses I've done many sculptures for Vans shoe stores, Hot topic stores even Las Vegas casinos my artwork is variable according to my client's needs, I can custom make totem poles, smoke shop wooden Indians, driveway entrances you name it anything is possible I do chainsaw art as well as fine sculpting


American Quality Walk-in Tub

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American Quality Walk-in Tub

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16 years of experience

Family owned company with 6 employes and 8 subcontractors. Billing: 10 % on contract signing, 40% on job start, and remaining 50% upon job completion. We guarantee the best price. Free in-home estimates.

Family owned company with 6 employes and 8 subcontractors. Billing: 10 % on contract signing, 40% on job start, and remaining 50% upon job completion. We guarantee the best price. Free in-home estimates.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Dana Point, CA

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.

The Dana Point, CA homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.