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24 I just bought the home and knew it required a new hot water heater as well as numerous quality of life repairs (leaky outdoor spigot, corroded washing machine inlet valves, a sketchy section of plumbing, water line for a refrigerator ice maker, etc.) and found JJL Matters Inc. through Home...
JJL Matters, Inc.This is the second time I have hired this company for a job and I have not been disappointed. I received detailed, accurate and prompt information that helped me repair my own home and make decisions about a potential purchase. This is my go-to place for inspection and testing.
BRT Home Inspections & Radon TestingI hired Altered Surfaces to stain and seal my concrete basement floor. He came out in May and said he'd do the floor for $2500. A few weeks after the floor was done, it started cracking, peeling and bubbling. I contacted Altered Surfaces regarding the problem. He said it sounded like MVT...
Provider did a wonderful job. He found numerous areas in my home that require repair and explained everything very well. He did a very thorough job and was very knowledgeable. He performed the requested mold testing and sent it to the laboratory for analysis. I received my reports in a...
SLS Home InspectionsFirst words out of sales man's mouth was the back corner of basement was most likely broken away. Stated that the wall needed to be dug up, pinned and removed. When we pointed out that the cracks were 1/32 wide and were not leaking, he just told us they would be. The second vendor did not...
MidAmerica Basement Systems
Perma-Seal specializes in protecting the value of your home backed by 45 years of serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas. Our basement waterproofing stops leaks and flooding, our foundation repairs fix settling and bowed walls, and our crawl space solutions control humidity and improve air quality. Our concrete lifting and leveling service offers a reliable, quick, and highly effective way to repair your sunken, cracked driveway, patio, pool deck, or sidewalk for a fraction of the cost of replacement. Additionally, we provide yard drainage solutions, sewer and plumbing services, and home comfort solutions such as air sealing, and insulation to ensure your home remains in top condition. What sets us apart? Our commitment to superior customer service and our solid warranty. Any product or work covered by our warranty is serviced free of charge for the entire warranty period. Choose Perma-Seal for reliable, quality solutions to keep your home safe and comfortable.
"Jose and the team did a great job. Very professional and communicative. We're happy with the result and would recommend them."
ELAINE O on September 2025
Perma-Seal specializes in protecting the value of your home backed by 45 years of serving the Chicagoland and NW Indiana areas. Our basement waterproofing stops leaks and flooding, our foundation repairs fix settling and bowed walls, and our crawl space solutions control humidity and improve air quality. Our concrete lifting and leveling service offers a reliable, quick, and highly effective way to repair your sunken, cracked driveway, patio, pool deck, or sidewalk for a fraction of the cost of replacement. Additionally, we provide yard drainage solutions, sewer and plumbing services, and home comfort solutions such as air sealing, and insulation to ensure your home remains in top condition. What sets us apart? Our commitment to superior customer service and our solid warranty. Any product or work covered by our warranty is serviced free of charge for the entire warranty period. Choose Perma-Seal for reliable, quality solutions to keep your home safe and comfortable.
"Jose and the team did a great job. Very professional and communicative. We're happy with the result and would recommend them."
ELAINE O on September 2025
Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family owned since 1957 with over 300,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.
"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"
Andrew D on October 2023
Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family owned since 1957 with over 300,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.
"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"
Andrew D on October 2023
We are a Chicago Based QUALITY Modern Architecture Firm. We take all types of projects, from the smallest home to the largest commercial project. We Offer Free Estimates. We are easy to talk to, fun to work with and FULLY DEDICATED to your SATISFACTION. Feel free to contact us if you have an architecture question or want to learn more about our services. We want to help you make your project become reality. We want to be your Architect.
We are a Chicago Based QUALITY Modern Architecture Firm. We take all types of projects, from the smallest home to the largest commercial project. We Offer Free Estimates. We are easy to talk to, fun to work with and FULLY DEDICATED to your SATISFACTION. Feel free to contact us if you have an architecture question or want to learn more about our services. We want to help you make your project become reality. We want to be your Architect.
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a lifetime warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"Lauren Muller in the southern Illinois market is an absolute amazing human and customer service representative. She went above and beyond to help me. "
Linda C on September 2025
Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Kentucky, and Ohio with over 20 years of experience. Our repairs come with a lifetime warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- the most valuable investment you'll ever make.
"Lauren Muller in the southern Illinois market is an absolute amazing human and customer service representative. She went above and beyond to help me. "
Linda C on September 2025
Everseal Basement, Inc., specializes in residential and commercial waterproofing. We are locally owned and operated out of Aurora, IL, offering the best prices and quality service. Customer service is our top priority. Call today for your free estimate!
"Ernesto was great. His guys were prompt and professional, job went well from start to finish. Would recommend 100%."
Jeff H on May 2025
Everseal Basement, Inc., specializes in residential and commercial waterproofing. We are locally owned and operated out of Aurora, IL, offering the best prices and quality service. Customer service is our top priority. Call today for your free estimate!
"Ernesto was great. His guys were prompt and professional, job went well from start to finish. Would recommend 100%."
Jeff H on May 2025
We're a small family oriented company that started in 2017, we do general construction inside, and outside, we do it all, remodeling (renovation) is what we specialize in. We take pride in our work we treat your property like its our own to its little final detail we make it perfect
We're a small family oriented company that started in 2017, we do general construction inside, and outside, we do it all, remodeling (renovation) is what we specialize in. We take pride in our work we treat your property like its our own to its little final detail we make it perfect
* Home Renovation Construction Service Specialist, Licensed and Insured * Certified Contractor - over 20 years of building service * Services offered: - General Renovation - Kitchen and Bath Specialist - Room Addition and Home Extension - Basement Remodels Also provide: - Widows Replacement - Decks - Garage - Roofing and Siding - Create open floor plan - Indoor and outdoor flow - Loft conversion and more * Owner-operated growing company * Over 20 yers of experience * Licensed and Insured * FREE ESTIMATES
* Home Renovation Construction Service Specialist, Licensed and Insured * Certified Contractor - over 20 years of building service * Services offered: - General Renovation - Kitchen and Bath Specialist - Room Addition and Home Extension - Basement Remodels Also provide: - Widows Replacement - Decks - Garage - Roofing and Siding - Create open floor plan - Indoor and outdoor flow - Loft conversion and more * Owner-operated growing company * Over 20 yers of experience * Licensed and Insured * FREE ESTIMATES
Are you ready to make a change? Orso Construction has helped people bring their visions to reality! We specialize in bathroom/kitchen remodels, electrical, home automation (alarms, lighting, thermostat, keyless entry, cameras, garage opener, tvs), and patios/decks. We treat your home as if it were or own and clearly communicate our plans to ensure expectations are set correctly. At the end of the day it's really simple, if you call, we show up!
Are you ready to make a change? Orso Construction has helped people bring their visions to reality! We specialize in bathroom/kitchen remodels, electrical, home automation (alarms, lighting, thermostat, keyless entry, cameras, garage opener, tvs), and patios/decks. We treat your home as if it were or own and clearly communicate our plans to ensure expectations are set correctly. At the end of the day it's really simple, if you call, we show up!
We can do demolition,remodeling,flooring,painting,drywall,all home repairs,tile and much more we are a small growing business love to help people. We pay attention to the vision they see and want. Will work with you through every step to get the job done
We can do demolition,remodeling,flooring,painting,drywall,all home repairs,tile and much more we are a small growing business love to help people. We pay attention to the vision they see and want. Will work with you through every step to get the job done
Originally established in 1978 in Chicago's southwest suburbs, McCauley Enterprise, Inc. was reimagined in 2017 by the third generation of home builders in our family to better serve our client base and expanding team. Today, our projects range throughout the greater Chicago land region and include minor repairs and remodels to full home renovations and construction. We are a family owned business that focuses on just that. Family. Whether that is the family team we have working on our projects, or your family, our goal is to make all of our lives that much better by taking a dream, and making it a reality.
Originally established in 1978 in Chicago's southwest suburbs, McCauley Enterprise, Inc. was reimagined in 2017 by the third generation of home builders in our family to better serve our client base and expanding team. Today, our projects range throughout the greater Chicago land region and include minor repairs and remodels to full home renovations and construction. We are a family owned business that focuses on just that. Family. Whether that is the family team we have working on our projects, or your family, our goal is to make all of our lives that much better by taking a dream, and making it a reality.
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.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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