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Geico Builders
5.0(
62
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Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’ve been working with Geico Builders for the past two years. Initially I’ve met Mila who helped us with our basement drainage issue resolved & built with best drainage solution. At the beginning of September this year Geico Builders started backyard renovation which is contains structural retaining wall about 220 lnf, pavers, composite deck Trex, staircase with beautiful fountain. They completed my backyard project in very short period of time comparison to the amount of work was need it done. Excellent crew & communication with in backyard project. Mila is amazing so much patience and attention to details. I recommend Geico Builders for all your remodeling needs truly is the best company I work so far."
Composite Deck Replacement Trex
Full Backyard Remodel with Outdoor Kitchen
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Deck Replacement Composit
Composite Deck

+270

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Herman Construction Company
5.0(
22
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Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Karol for a bathroom remodel and Im very happy with how it turned out. Karol was great to work with. Very friendly, professional, communicative and detail oriented. I would definitely recommend him."
Home Addition
Home Addition
Home Additon
Home Additon
Home Addition

+25

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Cal Green Remodeling
5.0(
17
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Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We found Cal Green Remodeling while searching for companies on google. After meeting a few companies, we decided Shay was the best choice for us. The main reason we went with Shay and Cal Green, was because of his honest appraoch to the the whole process. While it appeared the others were saying what we wanted to hear, Shay told us the facts without attempting to lighten the situstion. For example the timeline with Shay seemed realistc compared to the others and also he provided a very detailed estimate that covered all cost and potential cost involved. Simply stated Shay made us feel comfortable. As we expected, he was the best choice. The process was smooth and Shay kept us in constant communication with updates, and completed the work on schedule. Our kitchen came out amazing and we love it! I would highly recomend Shay and Cal Green Remodeling for your home renovation. Thanks again to Shay and Cal Green Remodeling!"
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California
Outdoor Gazebo Kitchen Morgan Hill California

+51

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BUILDERS GROUP & DESIGN INC
5.0(
21
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Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Every remodeling project comes with surprises, and ours was no exception. Instead of making excuses, Builders Group came up with practical solutions and kept the project moving. They were honest about costs, transparent about timelines, and handled every challenge professionally. That’s the kind of contractor you want on your side."
South San Francisco
South San Francisco
South San Francisco
South San Francisco
South San Francisco

+139

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired McCormick Home Builders to remodel our living room, and we are beyond pleased with the result. The team was professional, worked efficiently, and Aris design ideas made a huge difference. The room feels so much brighter and more spacious. This was the best decision we made for our home, and we were already planning our next remodel with them."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
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Gold Bay Builders, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed an additional office space within our home. The concerns were removing an existing fireplace and hearth and replacing the hardwood floor to match what was already there, removing the chimney and patching the roof, moving a heating vent and again, patching the hardwood floors to match, adding an interior door, and moving lighting and electrical outlets. David was onsite everyday to either do the work himself or oversee the work by his subcontractors. They do quality work. The floors look great, the new wall is perfect, the roof was done well, the new interior door was installed well and looks like it was always meant to be there. Also, the work site was always cleaned up at the end of each work day. David is also very flexible, easy to communicate with, seems to truly care about your project, and works with contractors who do quality work."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
31
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Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my garden and bathroom remodel done. Albert and Samuel were professional, friendly, and a delight to work with. They're responsive and reliable. I also like the subcontractors whom they used on my project. They kept me informed of everything and I appreciate their excellent work."
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
BE&D Builders
3.8(
4
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Basement - Remodel

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"My project was a major renovation of a 1985 Victorian home that suffered a devastating fire. Erik and his team did a beautiful job following my architect’s plans, and was also proactive about calling out necessary changes. He was very patient with all of my changes and very specific requests, and was a very calming influence when unexpected surprises inevitably arose during construction. The final results are beautiful, and an historic house has been saved. I look forward to working with Erik again in the future!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project

+11

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

You technically can paint wires in a basement ceiling, but there are several important safety and code considerations. It's safe to paint non-metallic sheathed cable as long as the labeling remains visible. You can also paint low-voltage wires and conduit and junction boxes to help them blend into your basement. 

However, you should not paint damaged or deteriorated wiring is a fire hazard because it poses a fire hazard. The same goes for painting over high-heat wires that connect to heat-generating appliances or systems. Be sure to avoid painting multiple coats onto any wires, as that traps heat and poses fire risks.

A walkout basement is considered to be partially below grade because at least one wall is entirely exposed. In some cases and in specific municipalities, inspectors and appraisers will still count walkout basements as below grade, which means the space can’t serve as living space or be rented out. If you intend on using the area as living space or a separate apartment, you should check with your local building department to make sure it’s legal to do so.

Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.

Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.

Anything having to do with the structure of your home, such as raising the ceiling, is usually the most expensive part of finishing a basement. Another project component that could be a surprisingly high expense is adding an exterior entrance. 

The cost of a walkout basement can be anywhere from $5,000 to $35,000.

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