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34 This is a very honest person! He told me that the problem was not in the basement wall, but was with the chimney cap. He doesn't do that work and so didn't make any money from me. He could've tried to sell me something I didn't need, but he's honest, a Five Star human being.
Repairman arrived same day but needed more parts, so returned next day and completed the repair. Fast, friendly service.
They did 3 jobs for me. They fix a bathroom sink drain, they repaired leaking kitchen faucet, and they replaced a garbage disposal. They did a great job, will also recommend them to other members.
Great and thorough job! We put in an offer on this home and needed some expert advice on the condition of the home since it was older. Jim was very good at looking at every area and was able to point out subtle issues that we had overlooked when we looked at the house initially. Jim was able...
poor work in the beginning and now we are paying the price. Towne came out after a storm and replaced our roof. We were unaware that the vents and stove pipe boot were not installed properly and were leaking into our interior ceilings. Just recently we have had some torrential rains and the...
I was impressed with Expert from the first conversation with Nicole...polite, friendly, helpful. She scheduled Shane to come out within a few days. Impressed with Shane and his "we will find and fix the problem and guarantee the work" attitude and the timeliness of being worked into the...
Expert Roofing & Basement WaterproofingFirst of all, the whole process took about twice as long as I was told it would and then cost twice as much. It all seemed ok on the day of service, but just a few weeks after, my kitchen faucet began to leak and I called them out to fix it. They did but then wanted an additional $300 after...
Mr. Handyman of Northern St. Joseph and Elkhart CountiesDiscouraged. After our basement flooded, State Farm referred us to ServiceMaster. Upon contact, they approximated the cost for cleaning to be around $500, considering we had no carpet. When they got here, the first estimate went up to $3000!! Keep in mind my husband had already emptied...
I called Randall & Sons on Monday evening because I had a leaking pipe in the basement. I figured out how to turn off the water, so I didn't need an emergency visit, but I definitely needed to schedule a plumber for the next day. The person I spoke with told me he had a meeting at 9:30, and...
Our goal is to serve our clients. Communities and neighborhoods are the heart of our operation. We are possessed of a single minded pursuit to take complexity out of the equation. We take the hassle out of the construction process so you can enjoy the design from a comfortable distance. Quality, flexibility and reliability are what bring our clients back to us, again and again. Yoder Home Services. Not your ordinary construction company.
"Shortly after I had purchased my home, I had discovered damage done to my foundation. The first contractor I contacted was pushy and wanted me to sign a contract on the spot. I wanted a second opinion and contacted Yoder Home Services. The owner came to my home, did a full inspection of my property and gave a thorough explanation of the work that needed to be done. His quote was $5000 less than the first contractor. The owner and his team were very kind and completed the job as promised. I have noticed a huge improvement of overall air quality in my home since the repairs have been done. I would recommend Yoder Home Services to anyone needing this type of work!"
Karen K on February 2022
Our goal is to serve our clients. Communities and neighborhoods are the heart of our operation. We are possessed of a single minded pursuit to take complexity out of the equation. We take the hassle out of the construction process so you can enjoy the design from a comfortable distance. Quality, flexibility and reliability are what bring our clients back to us, again and again. Yoder Home Services. Not your ordinary construction company.
"Shortly after I had purchased my home, I had discovered damage done to my foundation. The first contractor I contacted was pushy and wanted me to sign a contract on the spot. I wanted a second opinion and contacted Yoder Home Services. The owner came to my home, did a full inspection of my property and gave a thorough explanation of the work that needed to be done. His quote was $5000 less than the first contractor. The owner and his team were very kind and completed the job as promised. I have noticed a huge improvement of overall air quality in my home since the repairs have been done. I would recommend Yoder Home Services to anyone needing this type of work!"
Karen K on February 2022
Since 2017, Groundworks has specialized in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Ft. Wayne. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space. GL1600041 (IN)
Since 2017, Groundworks has specialized in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Ft. Wayne. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your basement, foundation, or crawl space. GL1600041 (IN)
D&M Home Improvements is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.25+ years
"Very trustworthy company and very easy to work with! Don’t hesitate to give them a call!"
Dustin Q on June 2024
D&M Home Improvements is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.25+ years
"Very trustworthy company and very easy to work with! Don’t hesitate to give them a call!"
Dustin Q on June 2024
With Kendall Builders our Customers come first. We maintain our business with quality workmanship. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality craftsmanship from beginning to end of our projects. We specialize in Remodeling, Room Additions & New Construction Over 25 years of experience. Are most important goal is Customer satisfaction.
"Everything went well. Ton was very professinal."
Nancy B on August 2025
With Kendall Builders our Customers come first. We maintain our business with quality workmanship. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality craftsmanship from beginning to end of our projects. We specialize in Remodeling, Room Additions & New Construction Over 25 years of experience. Are most important goal is Customer satisfaction.
"Everything went well. Ton was very professinal."
Nancy B on August 2025
Build A Brighter Tomorrow, That's our logo. We are your best source for remodeling and room additions. Craftsmanship, upfront business practices, and customer relationships are what we are all about here at Sunnyland Construction. Let us help you realize your dream!
"Very prompt, efficient and SUPER tidy! You never knew they had been there each day the person left. There was nothing left lying around from the de-construction, there was no trail leading to where the trash was left until trailer came to pick it up."
Andrea K on March 2024
Build A Brighter Tomorrow, That's our logo. We are your best source for remodeling and room additions. Craftsmanship, upfront business practices, and customer relationships are what we are all about here at Sunnyland Construction. Let us help you realize your dream!
"Very prompt, efficient and SUPER tidy! You never knew they had been there each day the person left. There was nothing left lying around from the de-construction, there was no trail leading to where the trash was left until trailer came to pick it up."
Andrea K on March 2024
We do welding and fencing vinyl, wood and chain link fence. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Excellent, all went well. Overboard to please us ."
Linda L on April 2024
We do welding and fencing vinyl, wood and chain link fence. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Excellent, all went well. Overboard to please us ."
Linda L on April 2024
We are Palable Paint LLC, more than a painting company. We are a full service remodeling company focusing on Kitchens, bathrooms, and interior/exterior painting. Growing up in the painting and drywall finishing trades we have a keen eye for detail and top notch finish work. We have fabulous ceramic tile setters and finish carpenters who will bring your kitchen or bath vision into reality. We can connect you with a designer if you need help getting your design ideas on paper. Looking forward to talking with you!
"Simon and team did an outstanding job in transforming our home by performing a full remodel of multiple rooms including our kitchen. We couldn’t be happier with the results!"
Mark R on May 2024
We are Palable Paint LLC, more than a painting company. We are a full service remodeling company focusing on Kitchens, bathrooms, and interior/exterior painting. Growing up in the painting and drywall finishing trades we have a keen eye for detail and top notch finish work. We have fabulous ceramic tile setters and finish carpenters who will bring your kitchen or bath vision into reality. We can connect you with a designer if you need help getting your design ideas on paper. Looking forward to talking with you!
"Simon and team did an outstanding job in transforming our home by performing a full remodel of multiple rooms including our kitchen. We couldn’t be happier with the results!"
Mark R on May 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Looks great They did the job as promised. They cleaned up very well."
Dick D on July 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in painting services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Looks great They did the job as promised. They cleaned up very well."
Dick D on July 2025
Quality, availability, and service are the backbone of this company. We can handle all your construction needs from basement remodeling, additions, new home builds, bathroom remodels to kitchen overhauls. We handle a variety of small jobs as well. Check us out on Facebook or at our website and Brawnybuilders.com see how we might be able to help you.
"Homeowner here... I can't properly explain how absolutely thrilled we are with the work that Bronson and the Brawny Builders have done with our lake cottage. Last summer, we started with a plan to simply paint the exterior. But the project slowly unfolded into something much larger. Bronson is not just a general contractor - he became a close and trusted partner throughout the entire project. He is full of creative and thoughtful ideas that enhanced the project at every step. He provided us with constant and detailed communication. His team worked with us to make sure that every detail was right. Here are a couple of examples where Bronson was able to improve the design or save cost: ** We did not want to expand the footprint of the house and add that cost, but we could not figure out how to layout everything we wanted. Bronson cleverly reused an old set of concrete stairs as the foundation for a washer/dryer stack. It was a great solution that worked out fantastic. ** We had wanted to add a half bath for years, but Bronson figured out a way to add a FULL bath. In addition, the new bathroom was connected (jack and jill style) to the main bedroom to create a master suite. It only cost one additional door, but it is now WAY beyond what we imagined. ** We originally wanted to build a deck on the front of the house, but Bronson helped to create a design for a covered porch with vaulted ceilings and a clever lower surround that blended with the lake environment. ** We found a number of structural issues with the old house during demolition. Bronson developed very clever and cost-effective ways to resolve floor, wall and joist issues. ** During each phase of the construction, Bronson developed thoughtful and clever touches. The lofted garage included an old second floor door for ventilation, and Bronson designed a design the new door that retained some of the prior feeling with a new and fresh update. ** We wanted to retain some of the historical feel to the interior, and Bronson cleverly retained some of the original paneling without feeling overwhelming. He framed the wall to make it a focal point without looking old. It is one of my favorite parts of the house. The lake cottage has been in our extended family for almost 50 years. It has been a great retreat for us, but it is now a proper home with personality and functionality to match. This project has literally transformed the house. We would highly recommend Bronson and Brawny Builders for any remodeling project. We were lucky to find them."
Mark M on February 2025
Quality, availability, and service are the backbone of this company. We can handle all your construction needs from basement remodeling, additions, new home builds, bathroom remodels to kitchen overhauls. We handle a variety of small jobs as well. Check us out on Facebook or at our website and Brawnybuilders.com see how we might be able to help you.
"Homeowner here... I can't properly explain how absolutely thrilled we are with the work that Bronson and the Brawny Builders have done with our lake cottage. Last summer, we started with a plan to simply paint the exterior. But the project slowly unfolded into something much larger. Bronson is not just a general contractor - he became a close and trusted partner throughout the entire project. He is full of creative and thoughtful ideas that enhanced the project at every step. He provided us with constant and detailed communication. His team worked with us to make sure that every detail was right. Here are a couple of examples where Bronson was able to improve the design or save cost: ** We did not want to expand the footprint of the house and add that cost, but we could not figure out how to layout everything we wanted. Bronson cleverly reused an old set of concrete stairs as the foundation for a washer/dryer stack. It was a great solution that worked out fantastic. ** We had wanted to add a half bath for years, but Bronson figured out a way to add a FULL bath. In addition, the new bathroom was connected (jack and jill style) to the main bedroom to create a master suite. It only cost one additional door, but it is now WAY beyond what we imagined. ** We originally wanted to build a deck on the front of the house, but Bronson helped to create a design for a covered porch with vaulted ceilings and a clever lower surround that blended with the lake environment. ** We found a number of structural issues with the old house during demolition. Bronson developed very clever and cost-effective ways to resolve floor, wall and joist issues. ** During each phase of the construction, Bronson developed thoughtful and clever touches. The lofted garage included an old second floor door for ventilation, and Bronson designed a design the new door that retained some of the prior feeling with a new and fresh update. ** We wanted to retain some of the historical feel to the interior, and Bronson cleverly retained some of the original paneling without feeling overwhelming. He framed the wall to make it a focal point without looking old. It is one of my favorite parts of the house. The lake cottage has been in our extended family for almost 50 years. It has been a great retreat for us, but it is now a proper home with personality and functionality to match. This project has literally transformed the house. We would highly recommend Bronson and Brawny Builders for any remodeling project. We were lucky to find them."
Mark M on February 2025
Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Jose and his crew do great work. They are punctual, hard working, meticulous. They don’t quit until the job is done to your satisfaction"
Mary K on June 2025
Painting business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Jose and his crew do great work. They are punctual, hard working, meticulous. They don’t quit until the job is done to your satisfaction"
Mary K on June 2025
The cost to finish a basement is $18,400 for the average homeowner. However, this cost could be as little as $2,800 or as much as $34,500, depending on the basement size and the materials needed. If your basement is already outfitted with electrical and plumbing, expect the cost to fall on the lower end.
For example, the drywall cost for this project averages around $1,750, but other features, like hiring a plumber, cost between $45 and $200 per hour.
The cost to remodel a basement is between $12,100 and $33,400 for the average homeowner. The price you pay can be as little as $3,500 or as much as $50,200, depending on the size and condition of your basement and the type of remodel you're doing.
If you're doing a simple project like adding a home office to your basement, you can expect to pay anywhere from $500 to $3,000. However, if you're adding a bathroom, which is an extensive project, you can expect to pay between $6,600 to $16,500.
Damp proofing and waterproofing are both methods to help keep your basement dry. Damp proofing keeps soil moisture from entering your basement, which is helpful since your basement is underground. Waterproofing, however, keeps both soil moisture and liquid water out of the basement, which is essential, especially if you live in a wet environment. Because it’s more protective, waterproofing typically costs more than damp proofing.
Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms.
Finishing a basement is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.
Remodeling a basement means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring.
The cost of basement waterproofing is $4,950 for the average homeowner. However, you could end up paying between $600 and $14,000, depending on factors like basement size, waterproofing method, and the region you live in.
If you live in an area with heavy rainfall, you might be paying more for waterproofing than if you lived somewhere drier since waterproofing contractors would be in high demand. Likewise, a 500-foot basement costs between $2,500 and $5,000 to waterproof, but that price rises significantly for a larger basement.
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