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VMK Remodeling
4.2(
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Serving Benton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be happier with the final product! The first pic is the old bathroom from the 60s when the house was built. The rest are the final rebuild and it looks great. I would highly recommend VMK Remodeling for any project that you might have. I am also going to get a bid on redoing the deck on the back of the house as Vince's company does decks as well! Thanks to his great crew as well, great people to work with."
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mallard General Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Benton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mallard did a great job. Very friendly and understanding. Jake provided me with multiple options to help fit what we wanted and stay in our price range. Would definitely hire again for my next job."
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Response time6 days
Response rate91%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Phelps Contractors LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Benton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"Kylar redid our attic and put a bedroom up there. He was very open in communicating that our original idea for our stairs was not going to work. His new layout looks awesome! We couldnâ  t not recommend him enough. His price was very reasonable and close to others that bid the same job. Very happy with our remodel"
Response time1 hour
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Great Interiors Construction
5.0(
5
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Serving Benton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The work that was done on my kitchen remodel was amazing. I am very pleased with the end result. The workers of Great Interiors were respectful and completed the job in a timely manner. I will definitely be using their services for any future repairs. Great job!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Quality Flooring and Carpentry, Inc.
4.6(
20
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Serving Benton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a good experience with the contractor. I was particularly impressed with the quality and attention to detail on the tile and trim work on our bathroom remodel. Professional fit and finish I would not have been able to achieve on a DIY job!"
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

The most challenging part of finishing a basement is addressing moisture control. Basement waterproofing is an essential task that requires a professional’s skills and knowledge. If you don’t properly waterproof your finished basement, it’ll be vulnerable to dampness, water damage, and mold growth. Ensuring proper insulation and ventilation to combat these issues while meeting building codes adds complexity to your remodeling project.

A finished basement does not always count as square footage, as this varies by state regulations. In areas that allow below-grade spaces to be included in a home's official square footage, the basement must typically meet certain conditions. These conditions often include having a functional egress and being a livable space with flooring, finished walls, and temperature control. To be certain, contact your local assessor to confirm your area's specific policies regarding basement square footage.

Roughing in and connecting utilities are the hardest parts of finishing a basement, and they’re the parts we typically don’t recommend doing as a DIY project. Unfortunately, your finishing timeline can be extended by weeks while you wait for contractors and inspectors to install electrical wiring, plumbing lines, and heating/cooling equipment and carry out inspections.

Yes, in most cases, finishing a basement is worth the cost. The project adds valuable, usable square footage to your home and typically provides a return on investment (ROI) of 70% to 75%. For example, an average basement refinishing project costing $32,000 could add between $22,400 and $24,000 to your property's value. The final value added depends on factors like your location, the quality of materials and workmanship, and the features you include, such as a living space, bedroom, or bathroom. To be officially counted in your home's total square footage, the finished space must comply with all local building codes, including requirements for points of egress. However, in areas prone to flooding, a finished basement might be seen as a liability by potential buyers and could potentially decrease your home's value.

You can paint your ceiling or install a drywall ceiling if the ceiling is unfinished, as they take up less headroom than drop ceilings. 

If there are pipes in the way of ceiling installation, you can do one of two things: reroute the pipes or adjust the installation to fit, which will cost extra.

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