"Overall, it was a good experience. AAA put down a vapor barrier and installed a Santa Fe dehumidifier with sump pump. The result is that we can now use the stand-up basement/crawlspace to store things under the house without ruining them. This is the part that you need to know. The installation was not without problems. First, they broke an A/C drain pipe, second, they cut a sprinkler controller wire while running a PVC pipe. Here's my take, accidents happen but how does the business respond to these issues? Well, Donna was very quick to send her team out to correct the problems and they even paid for the damage to the sprinkler system. To me, that's top notch customer service. Any business can make a mistake, but how they handle it is the mark of a good company. Every time I lift the roll door and go into the basement now, I'm amazed at how cool and fresh the air is down there. No more mildew and no more smell."
"The home, 1,950 sq. ft , 4 bedrooms, 2& 1/2 baths was built in the 70's & remodeled with tile floors and new kitchen 4 yrs ago. The lady to clean arrived 1/2 hr. late, asked what she should do first & and was told the baths and kitchen then the rest of the rooms mot including the office area. She did the baths and kitchen areas fine, but left a film on the tile flooring in the living and kitchen areas that was sticky and left footprints when walked on. In 4 hours, she did not have time to do dusting or vacuuming in any of the bedrooms nor dusting in the main areas of the house. She left without asking if she should do anything further which we were told she would do before leaving (additional money of course). The same family living in Atlanta (in a bigger split level house) had cleaning done every two weeks and are used to preparing the house for cleaners to arrive. This house in Jax. was "deep cleaned" a couple months ago but the cleaner was from 40 miles away and charged mileage in addition to her regular cleaning quote. We are looking for someone closer to the Arlington area. (not the address below). We will try someone else. (the price was good since it was a 1/2 off deal)"
"Amanda was really very good! At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it. It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about. I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!
Residential & commercial. All types of home repair with 50 years of experience. 4-15 employees depending on the job. Will hire sub contractors. Charges by the job. Travel/trip charges apply.
"This company performed an excellent job! One area was really a mess, and afterward, we couldn't tell there ever was a mess. The painters came out to preview the job, made suggestions for colors and gave a reasonable estimate. This was great. On the day before the job, the painters came out to prep the walls. On the day of the job, they came on time, as promised. They even performed some extra tasks that were not discussed, but appreciated!They moved appliances, shelves, railings and cleaned up! Our family is well-pleased and will definitely call on Ebony Painting and Remodeling again."
Residential remodel complete build out of homes and business, plumbing, carpentry, siding, concrete, electric ,painting, HVAC, Home additions, environmental remediation
"Mr. Chapman provided and installed some beautiful custom cabinetry for a bar area and a kitchenette area in our basement remodel. The cabinets are top grade and beautiful craftsmanship. Mr. Chapman listened to our needs and provided us with several options, from styles to colors, and created beautiful cabinets that have become the focal points of our basement."
Tony Wallace Independent Contracting & Handyman strives to provide reliable, quality service. We will listen to your ideas and create a design that will capture your vision. We'll offer fair pricing and will work with you through all phases of your remodeling project to make your dreams become reality. We will be open minded to new ideas and changes as the project comes to life and promise uphold the highest level of integrity in customer service and workmanship. We pride ourselves in our passion for learning new techniques and service delivery methods as we work to satisfy our customers with quality, honesty and integrity.
Kingsmen Roofing & Home Repair is a high-quality roofing and construction company. We pride ourselves on an outstanding record of quality service and attention to detail. Our goal is to treat your home as our own. Our carpenters are first-class craftsmen and will make your home improvement dreams a reality.\n\n\nWe have built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. As we've grown, we've been careful not to compromise our commitment to quality. And, our sense of pride is apparent in every project we complete. Our quality craftsmanship will satisfy the most discriminating tastes and our affordable pricing will surprise even the most frugal budget. Our one on one service is our dedication to your vision. We look forward to speaking with you and understand that this investment in your home is an investment in your future. Do not hesitate to phone us to schedule a time to meet. \n\nKingsmen Roofing & Construction has a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We strongly believe in giving our customers the most for their money. So, we work with only the highest quality materials and experienced, professional craftsmen. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. \n\nGive us a call today and we'll get it done right! or visit us at, www.kingsmeninc.com
Yes, you can install a summer kitchen or kitchenette in your basement. They serve similar purposes as outdoor kitchens, keeping the main floor of the house cool and providing another space to cook and congregate. Basement kitchens are also a worthwhile alternative for homeowners without much space in the backyard. They come with a few logistical questions to sort out, though, like ventilation and waterproofing.
For most basement remodels, you’ll want to hire a general contractor. This is for a number of reasons, but the main two are that general contractors have dedicated teams they are comfortable with, and hiring one means you only have to deal with one pro. You may also get a better project quote since they can lump all their work and subcontracting into a single quote.
Lifting a house and adding a basement is one way to add usable square footage. Lifting or jacking a house is a complex process, and it can be expensive, not to mention that you won’t be able to live in your house while it’s lifted, due to safety concerns. Lifting a house should only be done by experienced professionals.
Joists and beams are both part of the flooring system above your basement, with the beams spanning the length of your home and getting support from vertical posts underneath, and joists usually spanning half the width of your home with no support posts underneath. The floor joists provide even support to the subflooring and flooring above, and they distribute that load to the beams. The beams then distribute that load down through the support posts to the foundation.
Some older homes have toilets in the basement to combat sewage backups. This type of toilet, also known as a Pittsburgh potty, acted as a safety valve over the incoming sewer line. If a line backed up, it would back up into the toilet because it was the lowest fixture in the home, keeping it out of sight and away from the finished areas of the house.
Basement toilets were also used by workers with messy jobs, like those who worked in coal mines or steel mills. This way, they could clean up and avoid tracking dirt through their home.
The Douglas, GA homeowners’ guide to basement remodels
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