Top-rated basement remodelers.

Get matched with top basement remodelers in Darien, IL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your basement remodel project in Darien, IL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY DARIEN, IL HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.4
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon160
    Verified basement remodels reviews

Find Basement remodelers in Darien

Avatar for Craftsman Builders Inc.
Craftsman Builders Inc.
4.8(
17
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Larry and his crew were very professional. I appreciated his suggestions which made the job even better. He was always here when he said he would be and the finished basement is beautiful."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+30

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Q M R Remodeling
4.8(
48
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Jeff and his son were awesome to work with and did a beautiful job on our bathroom (total remodel). Jeff was very responsive before our project began, answered numerous emails/questions, and offered suggestions for materials/brands. The project went smoothly, and they made sure to keep the place very clean - you wouldn't even know construction was going on in our house! Great work for a very reasonable price. I am already recommending to family members who need work done, and we will definitely be using them for future projects."
Kitchen
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bathroom
Additional Photos

+2

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for High Quality Painting LLC
High Quality Painting LLC
4.8(
103
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough about these guys and wish I hadn't lost their contact information for a time. About 8 years ago, I had Sal and his guys do the finish work on my basement drywall that I hung. They also hung some drywall in the stairway going to the basement. Initially, they hung the soffit incorrectly but it was just a communication issue. I called Sal, he took a look and they came back and re-did it right away without hesitation. Their work has lasted this long without any problems. I started another remodeling project in my family room and needed a ceiling hung and finished, along with finishing some walls I had hung. Unfortunately, I had lost the contact information for Sal so I had to find another company. Long story short, this other company did an absolutely terrible job (Do not use NoticeTMA LLC for any drywall!). The family room adjoins the kitchen, and I had taken a wall down between them. I decided to carry the remodel over into the kitchen, and when it was time to hang the ceiling in the kitchen, I had found the old invoice from High Quality Painting and decided to see if they were still around. I am glad I did. Sal's son's came out to give me an estimate on my kitchen ceiling and also to repair the bad work in my family room. I decided to remove the new ceiling in the family room and have them do the whole thing. Their price was very competitive and everything turned out great. The old job didn't last 4 days without cracking. Luis' job has been up for a month now and there are no issues (and I am a very picky customer). I would highly recommend them for drywall hanging, finishing and repair."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+46

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mighty Basement & Bath
Mighty Basement & Bath
5.0(
30
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mighty basement did a great job on my basement remodel. I had company coming in July and Scot Coleman made sure the remodel was completed by my target date. He was supervising the job and did a tremendous job. Scot was very professional but at the same time was attentive to what I wanted. He was great to work with. I would highly recommend Might Basements and bath."
TV and Entertainment
Main area
Entertainment
Fitness Room
Finished Space

+33

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jack took detailed notes during home quote visit and provided us an initial estimate over the phone. His proposal was comparable to other bids we got. We decided to move forward and he sent us a written estimate via email. The first estimate was slightly over original amount due to known possibility with electrical and additional work we wanted. They started the project and it took about 6 weeks to complete. There were some bumps in the beginning with days/time they were working but we were able to sort that out and all was good. Ralph was the main guy that did most of the work. He did a nice job and made sure to clean up after the end of each day. Basement turned out great and We are very happy with it."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
98
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Darien, 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!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+16

Response time5 days
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
J T General Contracting
4.4(
703
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a full bathroom gutted to the studs and redone entirely. Best things I appreciated about the experience was 1) The proposal was incredibly detailed and procedural, which is something our other candidates did not provide, 2) Jim, John and Jose showed up every weekday, consistently and timely, and took the necessary and thoughtful steps to protect the rest of the house, 3) The work was performed carefully with good attention to detail, 4) While there were unexpected circumstances during the remodel that resulted in slightly more work and money than originally proposed, all of it was fairly priced and necessary for what we wanted, 5) Jim was receptive in discussing different options and really made an effort to figure out solutions that would be best for function and aesthetics. I also appreciated that Jim was conscious to proactively communicate timing and schedules. Overall, happy with the experience and the team's efforts and would use them again on future projects."
North side
Deck with sealer
No sealer
Profile
Front view before sealer applied

+35

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Grandview Construction, Inc.
Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
32
)
Basement - Remodel

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeremy was excellent throughout the entire process, from our initial design meeting through completion of the job. After our basement remodel was finished, I hired Jeremy again to build a deck for our home. Again, excellent job and done in a quick and timely manner. I d hire Jeremy for any home improvement projects, excellent work."
Finished Product
Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 524
Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Physically, the most challenging part of finishing a basement is installing egress windows or doors when the space is below ground level. Mentally, the hardest part may be envisioning the project and planning around load-bearing and mechanical obstacles.

You technically can paint wires in a basement ceiling, but there are several important safety and code considerations. It's safe to paint non-metallic sheathed cable as long as the labeling remains visible. You can also paint low-voltage wires and conduit and junction boxes to help them blend into your basement. 

However, you should not paint damaged or deteriorated wiring is a fire hazard because it poses a fire hazard. The same goes for painting over high-heat wires that connect to heat-generating appliances or systems. Be sure to avoid painting multiple coats onto any wires, as that traps heat and poses fire risks.

While bathrooms and kitchens are nearly equal in terms of renovation difficulty, kitchens are the most challenging. Kitchen design, layout, electrical, and plumbing needs all depend on each other for the success of the entire project, and mistakes early in the project can cause trouble later on.

Any bowing in a basement wall indicates a problem that needs to be addressed by a professional. If your basement wall bows more than 1 inch, it's time for an inspection. Generally, a wall can bow up to 30% of its thickness (around 2.5 inches for an 8-inch-thick wall) before it becomes an urgent situation. Bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches, which will require significant repairs. If the bowing is more than 6 inches, the wall will likely need to be replaced. The sooner you address the problem, the easier and less expensive the repair will be.

The best type of basement ventilation system depends on your budget, the moisture in your basement’s air, and the types of windows you have down there. You should consider all of these factors when choosing a ventilation system. However, the most effective method for basement ventilation is an energy recovery ventilator (ERV) or a whole-house ventilation system, which preheats or precools incoming air from the outside while also managing water vapor.

The Darien, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.