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Ovation Restoration, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had an entire basement remodel completed. The outcome is phenomenal. We love the end results. The crew was great to work with and are true professionals. Their attention to detail is amazing and they cleaned up after themselves daily. I definitely recommend them for your projects. The crew is trustworthy and prompt, showing up on time every day. Thank you, Rick, Josh S. and team for making our dream a reality."
Breathtaking solid slab granite countertops
Walk-in shower with sliding glass door
Handicap accessible with style
New lighting
Antique white custom cabinets

+133

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
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D I Y Design & Consulting
4.9(
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Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am very pleased with my new shower. Marc kept me informed of the entire project. His crew was always on time, hard workers and kept the work area clean."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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Groundworks
4.6(
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Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything looks good after the work was done. I can finally close my bathroom door. I appreciated the fact that the foreman Erick Baez, went over what was done as they were done. I also appreciated that the two installers Manny Erickson and Jesus Villagomez also communicated with me after they were done to reassure that they did a proper job installing the jacks. Very good to know how the process was going. Great job."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Foundation

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Recommended by58%of homeowners
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First String Home Improvement
5.0(
9
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Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Skyler, he is such a professional handyman, he does the work very quickly and you can trust him. He will come in advance with professional equipment, remove the wooden floor with tools, and remove the nails exposed to the outside to avoid safety hazards. He is also very nice, cheerful and patient. It was a great experience to work with him."
Mailbox Repair
Mailbox Repair
Fence Install
Door Fix
Door Fix

+7

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
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Tocchini Builders Inc.
3.5(
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Serving Santa Rosa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner is very nice and accommodating to any issues that may arise. Some of his workers were not good at paying attention to detail with painting. He has told us he fired them and brought in someone new. Good replacement yet noticed areas downstairs that I need to touch up that were not coated properly. Definitely less expensive than other quotes I received. Thank for the hard work."
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Santa Rosa, 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.

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