Universe Construction, Waterproofing and Painting

What They Do

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• Basement waterproofing
• Building construction
• Construction site excavation
• Deck construction
• Drywall installation
• Drywall repair
• Exterior painting
• Exterior structural repairs
• Foundation drainage
• Home building
• Home renovations
• Interior structural repairs
• Paint indoors
• Patio construction
• Remodeling
• Repairs & maintenance
• Water & moisture control services
• Balcony inspection
• Building inspection
• Commercial construction
• Commercial repairs
• HOA maintenance
• Home rebuilding
• Composite decks
• Deck cleaning
• Deck installation
• Deck painting
• Deck railing repair

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In Their Own Words

Proudly serving home and business owners throughout the Bay Area, our skilled crew is here to tackle all of your painting and construction needs.

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Before You Call Universe Construction, Waterproofing and Painting

1. Do you take moisture readings every day and will you give me the drying log?
2. Are your technicians certified in water damage restoration?
3. Where is your company based, and how long have you worked here?
4. Will you photograph the damage before you tarp or board?

Ask for the company’s California contractor license number and look it up with the Contractors State License Board. Also ask for proof of insurance and industry certification for the technicians doing the drying or mold work.

Reviews on Other Sites

• Yelp

  4.5 from 102 reviews

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• Facebook

  5.0 from 11 reviews

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Found on each site on September 24, 2026 and matched to this location. Ratings on different sites use different rules, so read a few reviews rather than comparing the numbers.

How Their Reviews Break Down

Counts from public listings as of September 23, 2026. A handful of reviews says less than a few hundred.

Read This While You Wait

• DIY with careWhat to Do in the First 24 Hours After Water DamageAn hour by hour plan for the first day after water damage. Make it safe, stop the source, document, remove water and start drying before mold can start.
• DIY with careEmergency Roof Tarping After a StormHow to tarp a storm damaged roof safely, what to buy, how far the tarp must run, how to fasten it so wind cannot lift it, and when to leave the roof to a pro.
• DIY friendlyWasher, Dishwasher, Fridge and Toilet Supply Line LeaksHow washer hoses, dishwasher lines, ice maker tubing and toilet supply lines fail, how to clean up each kind of leak, and how to replace a line yourself.
• DIY with careFlash Flood and Mud CleanupHow to clean up after a flash flood or mudflow. Safe re-entry, power and gas, shoveling mud, what to toss, disinfecting and drying within 48 hours.