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Alpha Foundations
4.7(
153
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Project was pool deck leveling. MJ the walk through rep was great and provided up front/honest discussions of the problem. I performed some research of my problem either poly foam or mudjacking. Alpha Foundation company has been around for 20 years and had great reviews. The team performing the work are awesome got the job performed with 63 locations requiring filling 2 part poly and stability foam injections."
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+10

Response time2 days
123 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Carrigan Construction & Remodel, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"Carrigan Construction was a Great Choice!! We just finished a large remodel of our kitchen and master bath with Carrigan Construction. Our home is over 30 years old, so there was a lot to be done. The remodel included demolition of walls, closing off a window, moving a pass way, adding natural gas and much more. We received two estimates prior to selection and one was a high end and well know company in Gainesville. We selected Carrigan for a number of reasons, one which was cost. The other company provided a significantly higher estimate with much less renovation. We were extremely pleased with the relationship and outcome that we quickly established with Natasha and Bobby. As the project concluded, it was much more impressive than we could have imagined. They are skilled and talented, but our satisfaction was related to more than just the end product and included the whole process and experience. Some of these additional benefits were their extreme flexibility, patience, timeliness and communication. I think they revised our initial plan six or more times prior to starting. We even added additional work throughout the renovation, including closing off a fireplace and re flooring the most of the house. They provided a very detailed estimate and revised it throughout. Most important to us, they provided an aggressive timeline initially and we were more than impressed that they held to that timeline even with all of the additions. We have enjoying our remodel for three weeks now and feel very fortunate that we selected Carrigan Construction and would highly recommend them."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mike Harper's AC and A Picture Perfect Kitchen and Bath
4.9(
29
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

"Great ! Very friendly and on time for inspection and gave estimate on the spot! Offered in-house financing. Experienced and knowledgeable. Did not try to sell or add on unnecessary things. Recommend highly!"
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Shillem Specialties Inc
4.7(
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim was very responsive from day one.  The job was on a cabin about 3 hours from where I live and he updated me regularly on the progress of the work. With the rain we have had this summer, the job turned into much more than he had bargained for (or quoted for)...but he stuck with it until the job was completed.  The work he did for me turned out great and I would highly recommend him to anybody looking for a hard working and honest contractor who does excellent work.
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+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I did not go with this company, they refunded my money because I didn't like their design.   I've reviewed this before.  Please can you stop these requests to do a review.
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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TAP HANDYMAN L.L.C.
4.4(
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terry is very good at what he does. And when it comes to handyman services, he can really do it all. He built two bedrooms from our loft and master bedroom from scratch. Put up drywalls, doors, cabinets, replaced and installed three toilets, replace and installed three ceiling fans, installed new ac vents, replaced bathroom faucets, replaced bidets for toilets, and even created additional electrical outlets. He is very knowledgeable, kind. Courteous, and professional. His prices are very reasonable and affordable compared to the rest. The quality you get from the work he does is money well spent. I highly recommend you hire Terry Tapman handyman services for your next home renovation."
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+35

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Charles Schossler jr llc
4.8(
4
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Specializing in HOME REMODELING! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today! We do anything from home remodeling, kitchen and bath remodeling, drywall and finishing, power washing and interior and exterior painting.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Gainesville, 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.

The Gainesville, FL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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