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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

5.00(
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Approved Pro

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Communication was great ever step of the way and they were more than flexible and worked through challenging weather to get the job done within our time frame. Would def consider working with them again."

Tom T on December 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Communication was great ever step of the way and they were more than flexible and worked through challenging weather to get the job done within our time frame. Would def consider working with them again."

Tom T on December 2025


Gulliford Construction

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Gulliford Construction

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21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Gulliford Construction proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Gulliford Construction proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!


With over 15 years of landscaping experience, here to help you with all your landscaping needs and dreams.


"Pipe thawing"

Christina J on October 2020

Spaid Mechanical, Inc. ~ Quality work done right the first time. This family owned and operated business provides you with licensed local plumbers you can trust!

"Pipe thawing"

Christina J on October 2020


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A1A Plumbing / Tom Chapman and Son Company

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A1A Plumbing / Tom Chapman and Son Company

4.96(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Tom Chapman and Son's A1A Plumbing is a family owned and operated business. Built on trust for over 40 years, we've always got our customer’s best interests at heart. From Plumbing Repair to Bath Remodeling, our goal is to provide fast complete RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL service at the lowest possible pricing. Our everyday low rates are the unmatched. We guarantee cost savings compared to other plumbers due to our low overhead costs since the owners complete the work. All trucks are fully stocked, ready to supply the needs for your plumbing job. A1A Plumbing takes pride in serving the Metro Decatur Illinois surrounding Central Illinois region. The owners, whom are Master Illinois Licensed Plumbing Professionals, perform all work. Licensed Bonded and fully Insured, We at Tom Chapman and Son's A1A Plumbing treat you as a person and your home or business as it was our own. All work is guaranteed so please give us a call! WE pride ourselves of maintaining old fashioned friendly relationships with our customers the way we did when the Chapman family plumbing business was founded over 40 years ago. We are continuing to train in the newest innovations in plumbing including energy star rated fixtures, water conservation and in plumbing technology. We are always happy to answer any and all questions. A1A will work hard to be your plumber! We are part of AAA Home and Business Services, a family company. AAA is a commercial and residential general contractor which focusses on you the customer! The company motto is "One Call Can Do it All"..... things building related. Our trained staff can professionaly address all of your home and business construction needs! Please call our owner Tom Chapman today to discuss how we may serve you! Angie's List members can mention Angie's list at time of billing to receive a 10% discount off all labor charges.

"very well. He replaced an old shower stall in my basement with a new one. He replaced the rotten wood holding it with new platform. Did a nice job. Cleaned up and removed the old."

Susan B on June 2019

Tom Chapman and Son's A1A Plumbing is a family owned and operated business. Built on trust for over 40 years, we've always got our customer’s best interests at heart. From Plumbing Repair to Bath Remodeling, our goal is to provide fast complete RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL service at the lowest possible pricing. Our everyday low rates are the unmatched. We guarantee cost savings compared to other plumbers due to our low overhead costs since the owners complete the work. All trucks are fully stocked, ready to supply the needs for your plumbing job. A1A Plumbing takes pride in serving the Metro Decatur Illinois surrounding Central Illinois region. The owners, whom are Master Illinois Licensed Plumbing Professionals, perform all work. Licensed Bonded and fully Insured, We at Tom Chapman and Son's A1A Plumbing treat you as a person and your home or business as it was our own. All work is guaranteed so please give us a call! WE pride ourselves of maintaining old fashioned friendly relationships with our customers the way we did when the Chapman family plumbing business was founded over 40 years ago. We are continuing to train in the newest innovations in plumbing including energy star rated fixtures, water conservation and in plumbing technology. We are always happy to answer any and all questions. A1A will work hard to be your plumber! We are part of AAA Home and Business Services, a family company. AAA is a commercial and residential general contractor which focusses on you the customer! The company motto is "One Call Can Do it All"..... things building related. Our trained staff can professionaly address all of your home and business construction needs! Please call our owner Tom Chapman today to discuss how we may serve you! Angie's List members can mention Angie's list at time of billing to receive a 10% discount off all labor charges.

"very well. He replaced an old shower stall in my basement with a new one. He replaced the rotten wood holding it with new platform. Did a nice job. Cleaned up and removed the old."

Susan B on June 2019


Steven Grant Construction

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Steven Grant Construction

4.89(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Free computer drafting with general knowlege of design. I have 30 years experience in building houses. I am familiar with local subcontractors. I can get any job done at a reasonable cost.

"The work was done properly and when some additional jobs were added, Mr Grant went out of his way to get subcontractor's in to fix the added jobs promptly. I was very happy with the results and would recommend Steven Grant Construction to anyone who needed a prompt quote and a properly done job. He took the extra steps to finish my job within the quote so I stayed on budget."

Cindy M on June 2020

Free computer drafting with general knowlege of design. I have 30 years experience in building houses. I am familiar with local subcontractors. I can get any job done at a reasonable cost.

"The work was done properly and when some additional jobs were added, Mr Grant went out of his way to get subcontractor's in to fix the added jobs promptly. I was very happy with the results and would recommend Steven Grant Construction to anyone who needed a prompt quote and a properly done job. He took the extra steps to finish my job within the quote so I stayed on budget."

Cindy M on June 2020


Siding By Steve

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Siding By Steve

4.96(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

One employee. Does not use sub contractors. Charges determined by the job. Travel fees may apply based on distance. Fees will apply for emergency service calls. **Phone Call is best form of Contact**

"Good- had to follow up a couple times to get him out there but it was a small job so perhaps not overly motivated for my job. Otherwise smooth"

Todd H on November 2018

One employee. Does not use sub contractors. Charges determined by the job. Travel fees may apply based on distance. Fees will apply for emergency service calls. **Phone Call is best form of Contact**

"Good- had to follow up a couple times to get him out there but it was a small job so perhaps not overly motivated for my job. Otherwise smooth"

Todd H on November 2018


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Arteman's Construction

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Arteman's Construction

4.78(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Arteman's Construction offers FREE estimates no matter what the job is! Our goal iands to make each and every customer happy. We take pride in the quality of workmanship, our honesty and clean, quality service. Our company is a pround member of the Better Business Bureau & backed by the superpages guarantee. We gladly accept Visa & Master Card. Additional DBA - Arteman's Construction.

Arteman's Construction offers FREE estimates no matter what the job is! Our goal iands to make each and every customer happy. We take pride in the quality of workmanship, our honesty and clean, quality service. Our company is a pround member of the Better Business Bureau & backed by the superpages guarantee. We gladly accept Visa & Master Card. Additional DBA - Arteman's Construction.


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A-1 Masonry

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A-1 Masonry

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

A-1 Masonry specializes in Tuck pointing and Restoration, Chimney Rebuilds and Chimney Cleanings and Inspections. We do it all when it comes to Masonry. Mike Porzelius (owner) of A-1 Masonry is a third generation brick layer and mason contractor. Mike has been working in the trade since he was a little boy. Mike has completed a 4 year apprenticeship and graduated to become a Journeymen Bricklayer and now has owned his own successful business since 2004.

A-1 Masonry specializes in Tuck pointing and Restoration, Chimney Rebuilds and Chimney Cleanings and Inspections. We do it all when it comes to Masonry. Mike Porzelius (owner) of A-1 Masonry is a third generation brick layer and mason contractor. Mike has been working in the trade since he was a little boy. Mike has completed a 4 year apprenticeship and graduated to become a Journeymen Bricklayer and now has owned his own successful business since 2004.


Jack-A-Slab Construction

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Jack-A-Slab Construction

4.75(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Jack a Slab Construction is a family owned and operated business serving Central Illinois with over 25 years of experience. Our wide spectrum of repairs for foundations, concrete slabs, and driveways includes residential and light commercial projects. Our skilled work force is among the most skilled in the industry, highly trained & insured. Our suppliers are industry leaders, providing us with quality products for any job. The combination of our dedicated management staff, experienced installers, and state of the art equipment has kept us on the cutting edge of advanced foundation repair. Jack a Slab has the experience, knowledge, and resources necessary to assemble all the components for a successful concrete repair project. With our teamwork approach, personal service and supervision, we are the concrete company for your next repair project. Call us today or visit our website for more information.

"The walk from the sidewalk to my house had settled a couple of inches below grade and needed to be brought back up. We contact Jack-a-Slab in January and after a little phone tag because of some reduced hours for winter we were on the schedule for as soon as weather allowed. They called in April with a few days notice to make sure someone would be home, and they brought the sidewalk up to grade quickly and for a very reasonable price compared to a full sidewalk replacement. You can see in the photo how far the sidewalk had sunk based on where the planter area on the left is sunk as well."

Thomas W on April 2018

Jack a Slab Construction is a family owned and operated business serving Central Illinois with over 25 years of experience. Our wide spectrum of repairs for foundations, concrete slabs, and driveways includes residential and light commercial projects. Our skilled work force is among the most skilled in the industry, highly trained & insured. Our suppliers are industry leaders, providing us with quality products for any job. The combination of our dedicated management staff, experienced installers, and state of the art equipment has kept us on the cutting edge of advanced foundation repair. Jack a Slab has the experience, knowledge, and resources necessary to assemble all the components for a successful concrete repair project. With our teamwork approach, personal service and supervision, we are the concrete company for your next repair project. Call us today or visit our website for more information.

"The walk from the sidewalk to my house had settled a couple of inches below grade and needed to be brought back up. We contact Jack-a-Slab in January and after a little phone tag because of some reduced hours for winter we were on the schedule for as soon as weather allowed. They called in April with a few days notice to make sure someone would be home, and they brought the sidewalk up to grade quickly and for a very reasonable price compared to a full sidewalk replacement. You can see in the photo how far the sidewalk had sunk based on where the planter area on the left is sunk as well."

Thomas W on April 2018

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand. 

Renovations that add functionality or more comfortable floor space generally add the most value when remodeling your home. Attic or basement finishing can add floor space without altering the home's structure, saving you renovation money while adding valuable space. Smaller improvements, such as installing smart-home components or replacing entry doors and windows, also experience high ROIs. 

Anything having to do with the structure of your home, such as raising the ceiling, is usually the most expensive part of finishing a basement. Another project component that could be a surprisingly high expense is adding an exterior entrance. 

The cost of a walkout basement can be anywhere from $5,000 to $35,000.

Some older homes have toilets in the basement to combat sewage backups. This type of toilet, also known as a Pittsburgh potty, acted as a safety valve over the incoming sewer line. If a line backed up, it would back up into the toilet because it was the lowest fixture in the home, keeping it out of sight and away from the finished areas of the house.

Basement toilets were also used by workers with messy jobs, like those who worked in coal mines or steel mills. This way, they could clean up and avoid tracking dirt through their home.

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.

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