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Avatar for Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.8(
79
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The end result was beyond my expectations! The entire team of workers were extremely professional, polite and hard working. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone. In fact I am so pleased that I am contracting with them again to remodel my kitchen."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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High Quality Painting LLC
4.8(
99
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First I asked Salvador Garcia with High Quality Painting LLC to paint our laundry room and the living room. His sons Luis and Emilio were so reliable and did such a perfectionist job, showing up every day on time, that I asked them to do the remodel of our main bathroom. We are so pleased with the attention to detail and careful work they did with the tile and floors, bathroom fixtures etc. They came for 12 days straight, which I so appreciated since we only had a 1/2 bath besides the one they were working on! We replaced everything in the bathroom and it's now the best room in the house! I would highly recommend them for their professionalism, high standards and reliability."
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+46

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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K,B&D Remodeling, LLC
4.9(
57
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan and his asistants from K, B & D Remodeling, LLC, did a fantastic job in my home. I had hired another company to waterproof the basement. To prepare for the basement waterproofing job, Juan and his workers did the demolition: removing all the perimeter wall drywall and most of the drop ceiling in the basement. After the other company installed the drainage tile system, Juan and his workers rebuilt my basement, including framing out all new walls, putting up drywall, sanding and painting the walls, installing new drop ceiling. I also had them put in new plumbing (my house is old) in the basement as well as some new electrical lines, including a new 220 line for my basement shop. Part of the basement floor needed repair, so Juan did that as well. He and his crew did other repairs as well in the basement as well as doing some roof repairs. Juan was easy to work with. He always answered when I called. He took the time with me, answering all my questions. He does a thorough job,"
Erie st
Erie st
Erie st
Erie st
Erie st

+47

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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KSR Home Improvement
4.9(
41
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We came up with the shower design and sourced the materials (all tile, shower assembly, grout, tile sealer, and shelves) ourselves. We solicited 3-4 bids for labor only. Kris submitted a very competitive bid and came in ahead of schedule and on budget. All of the work described above took only about 4 days, and he coordinated with a separate shower glass provider (GP Company Glass) to come the following week to measure and install the glass door. Kris and his assistant showed up on time every morning and were done by the time we got home each day. The workmanship (including tiling and grouting) was excellent, and they were very conscientious about cleaning up at the end of each day. After the shower assembly starting sagging due to its own weight, Kris even came back to install a ceiling pipe support that we provided. Bottom-line, Kris did a great job and helped make our shower remodel project run as smoothly as possible for a very competitive price."
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+22

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Redstone Builders Inc
4.3(
131
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Howard and his whole crew were fantastic. I think we were a little picky about the design and paint schemes, but Howard's crew made it work for us and the porch looks really lovely. Plus, it looks like it's always been there, not like an addition. The carpenters worked hard to capture the essence of our original porch (from 1895) and the painter was very careful to match the original color scheme of the house. We could not be happier!"
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+5

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area
Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area
3.5(
86
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We chose Matrix for our basement remodeling. I would highly recommend them if you're looking for a "headache-free" experience. They are professional and keep the customer informed of the project status while it progresses. The project manager was always on top of any issues that might arise. We didn't have the time or energy to deal with shoddy contractors, that is why we went with Matrix. -I'm glad we did!!"
Basement Remodel
Speak Easy Basement
Matrix Plans 1
Living Room
Before Basement Finishing

+92

54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by51%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.0(
96
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"Angelo Pecoraro, the owner of A.P. Builder, was a pleasure to work with from start to finish on our major remodeling project of adding a sunroom to our home. Out of many contractors I called to get an estimate, he was the only one willing to provide options to have the project fit our budget. Once we agreed to move forward, he worked diligently with the architect and village to get the permits finalized (which is a difficult task in my town). Once the work started, he provided almost daily updates of the work that will be completed and any anticipated inspections (which we passed easily). He also reached out himself to finalize details from big items like windows to small ones like the molding. The result was a beautiful sunroom and deck which I receive compliments on regularly. Do yourself a favor and for your next major home remodel/renovation work with Angelo and A.P. Builder!"
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Budget Construction Co.
4.1(
61
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Kitchen remodel was done right the first time. I was worried about the job taking long, but they gave us a timeline and stuck to it. If I called with any questions, my Project Manager was there to answer to my satisfaction. I am looking forward to my bathroom remodel being done by a great team like Budget Construction!"
Wrigley Porch Build
Foundation - Siding
Concrete Foundation
Full Gut Rehab
Response time5 days
94 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Begin your basement remodeling process by hiring contractors holding active city-specific licenses. Pull all required permits early, as approval takes several months. Schedule major excavation work outside of the peak spring and summer flooding seasons in IL to minimize risks. Check local zoning laws if you plan to add a rental unit, and complete all required testing for hazardous materials before any demolition work begins.

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The success of your basement remodeling project depends heavily on managing local environmental factors. Chicago experiences intense freeze-thaw cycles and expansive clay soils that damage foundation walls over time. Install proper moisture vapor barriers and address existing foundation cracks to prevent recurring damage. Ensure your project complies with strict local building codes, and incorporate an ejector system to accommodate the specific elevations of the city sewer lines.

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For basement remodeling in Chicago, you need a team of licensed professionals. Start with a waterproofing specialist to address the city's high water table and clay soil. Hire a licensed general contractor to manage structural work and pull permits. Hire dedicated electrical, plumbing, and HVAC contractors to handle older home systems. Finally, engage certified radon mitigation specialists to address regional radon concerns.

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Throughout your home's lifespan, the foundation walls require consistent tuckpointing and crack repair due to the harsh Chicago climate. Your basement remodeling efforts will involve replacing aging sump pumps, clearing clogged drainage tiles, and upgrading outdated floor drains to prevent sewer backflow. You must also replace small, older windows with proper egress windows and reconfigure aging HVAC ductwork to maximize your usable living space.

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Prioritize water intrusion assessments and waterproofing before starting any basement remodeling. The expansive clay soil in IL causes frequent water infiltration. Install a reliable sump pump and an overhead sewer system to prevent backups from the local combined sewer system. You must also test for radon and hire certified professionals to assess older homes for hazardous materials like asbestos and lead paint before opening walls.

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