Jim Gardner Construction Inc: Honest, consultative drainage and repair experts in Oakland
Jim Gardner Construction Inc is an Oakland-based general contractor and a trusted point of interest at 3871 Piedmont Ave #13, Oakland, CA 94611. Reviews describe an honest, transparent, owner-led team with a consultative approach to drainage and water intrusion. They provide practical, cost-conscious repairs, avoid unnecessary work, and deliver clean, professional results for homeowners.
3871 Piedmont Ave #13, Oakland, CA 94611, USA
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Expert assessment and solutions for water intrusion, gutter systems, and drainage to protect your home's foundation.
Professional repairs for foundations, settling issues, and structural damage with a focus on safety and durability.
Custom renovation services for residential properties, including interior and exterior upgrades.
Honest, transparent evaluations of construction issues with practical advice and cost-effective recommendations.
Restoration and repair services for homes affected by leaks, flooding, or moisture problems.
Overall rating
Mike Hays
Jim came out to take a look at some leaks in my garage. He was extremely easy to communicate with and very transparent. My job was too small for his team to take on, but he still took the time to help and advise me and make sure I understood his recommendations. I would love to work with Jim on any larger projects!
marc lowe
Jim came by today to estimate two drainage jobs for me. One for my personal residence and one for my rental home. First of all, Jim is very experienced and comes across as a straight shooter. He is the owner of his company and clearly takes pride on the work they do. Both of my problems have to do with water intrusion due to poor original design. Jim takes a very consultative appoach and weighs the cost of repair with the amount risk if the problem is not addressed. Rather than give me a sky-high estimate, Jim encouraged us to first determine how bad the problem is with some quick and easy to implement short-term fixes. He suggested in both cases to divert water from our gutter downspouts away from exterior walls of the house with flexible drain pipe to first see if that would mitigate the water intrusion and to report back during the rainy season or in a year when we have a better sense of the magnitude of the problem and whether simply diverting drain water is enough to mitigate the problem. I've worked w many contractors, tradesmen, and handymen over the years. There are plenty who are in it just to make a buck by hook or crook, but thank god for the honest guys like Jim, who believe in honesty and integrity and view homeowners as long term clients vs targets to be exploited. Thanks, Jim!
Sandra Weese
It’s hard to find an honest and good man these days but Jim Gardner is such a man. In my experience with contractors in the Bay Area he and his team are truly exceptional. They are kind, caring, professional, and talented structural contractors. They just completed a drainage system in the driveway at my home and did some repair work on the inside of the house due to water damage. Not only do they do outstanding work, but they are incredibly clean and efficient. I can’t recommend Jim Gardner Construction highly enough. You won’t regret working with them.
Amber Zhang
After a heavy rain, I noticed water seeping into my house and pooling beneath the floor, likely due to a drainage issue. As a new homeowner, I wasn’t sure how to address the problem, so I reached out to Jim for help. He responded promptly and came to assess the situation. What impressed me most was his expertise and integrity—rather than recommending costly repairs, he provided honest, practical advice on how to resolve the issue in a cost-effective and efficient way. His suggestions were straightforward and helped me understand the best course of action without unnecessary expenses. His knowledge and willingness to help were truly reassuring. I highly recommend Jim to anyone dealing with drainage concerns. His professionalism and genuine care for homeowners make him an outstanding resource!
Neil Renninger
Jim came out and looked at a potential job for me. My front porch stairs had a crack that had formed due to settling. I had previously had a couple foundation guys come and look at it- one who proposed a $15k partial solution, the other said that I should have the whole stoop rebuilt. Jim came out, looked at it, and said it was solely cosmetic and suggested I have a mason come out and repair rather than rebuild it. He could have easily told me he could have rebuilt it and gave me a nice fat bid for the job. Instead, he proposed the solution that didn’t involve him and probably saved me $30k. That’s pretty rare in contractors and I absolutely appreciate the honesty. Trustworthy contractors are like gold!
