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D&H Painting and Remodeling
5.0(
14
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A great contractor, who you can trust to oversee a terrific job by his subs. Although it seemed to take a long time to complete the job, friends of mine were carrying out similar jobs with grade A contractors, They started 2 months before me and are still not finished. Don and his subs are very trustworthy, and all of them go the extra mile to ensure that the job gets done right. The cost was very competitive, and all of the workers were considerate and very congenial and trustworthy. You will never have a problem leaving them in your home alone. You will not regret using D&H, they were great. JMW"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Complete Home Repair
4.8(
32
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr Webb's work is very good and my wife and I are very pleased with his work, cost and work time.  We have used Complete Home Repair for several small repairs this year and have always been very pleased.  He shows up when he says he will and gets the job done.  So when we planned this latest project, we did not hesitate to call them and in fact did not even think about any one else. <br /> We have in mind some other projects around here and will certainly call them first.  We found Complete Home Repair on Angie's list and have even found others for HVAC etc. <br />"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Holland Homes Llc
4.8(
36
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are awesome!! <br /> Holland Homes has done a couple of remodels for me in the past couple of months.  Could not be more satisfied.  They were quick, stayed on budget, and were very courteous and prompt. <br /> Will definitely use them again. <br />"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Don Thomas Construction Inc
4.7(
24
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was supposed to have Elgin Septic come out for over 2 months. Excuse after excuse with them. Called Don Thomas on a Wednesday and he came out almost immediately. The next morning him and his crew were in as he said he would. Replaced our septic tank in less than a day. Went above what was expected. Would definitely recommend him for any type of construction, or remodeling needs. Thanks Don!"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Blair Exteriors
4.7(
164
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys at Blair went far beyond the call of duty to fix my roofing problems in time to sell my house. They diagnosed the problem, found an economical solution, then did exactly what they said they would do. I highly recommend them."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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North Alabama Builders
4.8(
37
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were so fortunate to find North Alabama Builders! Brent, Patrick & Misty were awesome they kept us informed every step of the way. We felt comfortable with Brent & Misty on day one when they came to look at the job we wanted done (which was not a easy task). Brent was extremely cautious since the job was vaulting our ceiling he brought a Engineer out 3 times to make sure it could be done properly before he accepted the job. Of course, it was not the greatest thing living thru a remodel but Brent and Patrick kept the job site clean each day! They were very respectful our home and once the job was complete they did a complete cleanup. We couldn't be happier with the way our project looks! Thank you North Alabama Builders!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Remodeling Associates Inc
5.0(
7
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Remodeling Associates came to our attention after our original contractor's price went way over budget. Recommended by our architect, RA responded with a proposal to build our home within our budget. Their approach was very refreshing. They said that when building a custom home, there will be changes along the way. These would not be charged as add-ons unless it was something major. <br /> And true to their word, the house came in as budgeted with super quality. Mark Williams is a joy to work with. He really cares about what the client wants. He and his crew are great to work with. Any problems were amicably taken care of. <br /> We love our new home. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Zion Construction Company, LLC
4.7(
14
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Serving Garden City, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They are very efficient, did a fantastic job. Install the floors very promptly which was so crucial since laminated floor was install throughout the house. I do not have any complaints at all will certainly will call them again for any remodeling need."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Garden City, 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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