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MWR, LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The men of MWR did a fantastic job on my master bath remodel. I had started the job myself 2 years ago but lost the physical ability to complete it after just doing the demo of the old shower. tub, and tile floor. MWR was actually willing to come in and complete the job for my wife and I. Many contractors will not do that for you. I wanted a high end steam shower kit installed and they did that as will as a new vanity with marble top. They removed and sided over an existing window and added a new window where we wanted one. They also added seamless vinyl flooring that my wife and I prefer over tile or wood. My wife and I are very satisfied with their work. So much so they are rebuilding our back deck and re-siding our home."
Kitchen Island
Screened in porch
Open Floorplan - Basement
Cabinets
Deck Rebuild

+107

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Miller Light Construction LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a real estate agent - I am always looking for reliable vendors to help me with my client's needs. Trevor and his crew have always been professional and easy to work with. I have used them in my personal home as well. I highly recommend them for all of your construction needs!"
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+17

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tap Construction, LLC
5.0(
23
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tim is absolutely the best! His work is perfect. He remodeled 2 bathrooms along with a porch. These were the most stress free projects by far we have ever experienced. Great communication, respectful, cleanliness, value and very professional. So easy to work with. We are so happy with the work! Absolutely would recommend him."
Deck build
Deck build
Deck
Framing
Finishing stage

+130

Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kore Construction Group
5.0(
6
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired them to do a guesthouse edition, we also got them to remodeling part of our house, everything was done very high-end, very professional, would highly recommend them, and will be using them again in the future for any other remodel or construction projects we have."
Athens Addition
Athens Addition
Addition
Addition
Addition

+47

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Refuge Restoration
5.0(
8
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh and crew were tremendous! They went above and beyond for all of my renovation needs. They turned a house leaving a lot to be desired, and made it into our dream home. I can?t imagine going through this process without his expertise. He made everything simple, and in a timely manner. He finished the project when he said it would be done. Top quality, 10 out of 10 all the way through. Thank you Refuge!!"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom remodel
Fire Restoration- Kitchen
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ferentino Design Build Inc.
5.0(
38
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Serving Athens, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Danny and his team were absolutely fantastic and did a marvelous job remodeling my partially finished basement and turning it into a BEAUTIFUL in law suite for my mother! He was very understanding of my budget and went above and beyond to provide me with different options to meet that budget. He was very attentive and quality focused and I couldn’t of asked for a better contractor. I definitely plan on using him in the future for any home improvement projects."
Finished basement
Kitchen Remodeling
Patel Project
Finished basement
Kitchen Remodeling

+83

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Athens, GA

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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