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Avatar for Excellent Remodeling LTD
Excellent Remodeling LTD
4.8(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Excellent Construction over 8 years ago for a basement remodel and was more than happy with their work, cleanliness and price. It was a no brainer to call Jolanta and have them do work on my new house. Again I was very impressed with this company from start to finish! You will not find a project manager as accessible as Jolanta period! I called her for a quote and she came a few hours later on the same day! The workers are very friendly, hard working, clean and highly skilled! I love their attention to detail as Iâ m a perfectionist. Wojtek and Robert are amazing carpenters. My basement and bathroom are absolutely beautiful! I HIGHLY recommend this company for any remodeling needs! You wonâ t be disappointed in any step of the process! I would give them 6 stars if it was possible!!!"
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Theater Room in the basement
Entertainment center in the basement
Wet Bar in the basement

+113

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GR General Contracting
4.2(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Gordon’s team did a really good job remodeling my bathroom and my unfinished basement. Their new drywall & flooring installation work great and they did a good job with the plumbing & electrical adjustments I needed done. They cleaned up the mess they made daily and tried to keep the rest of the house clean and dust free. Total cost for both basement & bathroom remodel was $23900. There were some additional remodeling costs that I didn’t budget for initially but Gordon was willing to work with me on making payments for the additional features that were added to the remodel. Overall they are a good company and I’m happy with the work they did."
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Basement

+63

Recommended by79%of homeowners
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KSR Home Improvement
4.9(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"KSR has done 2 jobs at my home (a full bath remodel and a basement living room) both excellent work! Very easy to communicate with. Work was completed on the established timeline (even a little quicker than expected). Good attention to small details. Would definitely recommend to others."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rowe Construction
4.8(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ryan was great and easy to work with. He helped us through the process. The work was very good and the cost was reasonable. Ryan and his crew were very professional and respectful. They were always on time and never felt like they were working on other projects and and never felt like they were falling behind. We love the remodel and everyone that has come over have been super impressed. We would recommend Ryan and his team for your remodel needs."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The JK Complete Remodeling team is very talented. They helped me design the basement remodel (about 1000 sq feet) with a bathroom, bedroom, kitchen/bar, tv area, storage, coat closet and kids area including building it all out. They walked us through the different steps of the build out and made wonderful suggestions on what would look best or makes the most sense in layout, electrical switches/outlets, etc. Their carpentry, tiling and stone work is impressive as you can see from the pictures. They built the shelves and wine rack in the bar area, built the frame around the chalkboard paint in the kids area, built out a closet into our garage space. I would highly recommend this professional team."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area
3.5(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Over the past several months we’ve had the pleasure of working with some of the most professional team members in the basement business - Matrix. My family and I went on the journey of remodeling our basement and after our initial sit down with Nick and Pete we were on board. They presented a solid layout and design, we can’t be happier with the end results. During this process the real joy was getting know and meet absolutely family oriented team members from Angels team carpenters, to Bobby the electrician, to Brian’s team pluming, to Alex the painter, the flooring team, HVAC team and rounding out with Ben keeping everything in motion, we appreciate you all and truly appreciate everyone behind the scenes. The delivery and pickup crew were also a joy to be around, they were even singing song while working as a team. A special thank you to Ms. Jackie and the administration team. None of the work completed could have been done without absolute teamwork. Thank you, job well done!"
Basement Remodel
Speak Easy Basement
Matrix Plans 1
Living Room
Before Basement Finishing

+92

55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by51%of homeowners
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Basement 2 Finish
3.7(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great work by Vito and the whole Basement 2 Finish team. My basement looks fantastic! Take a look at my project on their website. Plainfield, IL"
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Aurora, IL Basement
Willow Springs, IL Finished Basement Kitchen
Plainfield, IL Finished Basement Staircase
Lockport, IL Basement

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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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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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

The cost of finishing a basement is about $18,400 on average. As you can see, the framing portion of this project costs less, because you’re essentially just dealing with laying the foundation for a finished basement. The finishing portion of the project involves a lot more intricate work and design, as well as high-end materials.

When choosing materials for finishing basement walls, consider factors such as moisture resistance, durability, and fire resistance. Opt for materials specifically designed for basement environments, like moisture-resistant drywall or cement board. Insulation with vapor barriers can help regulate temperature and prevent condensation. Consider using mold-resistant paints or coatings. 

Research and consult with experts to select materials that are suitable for your specific basement conditions and intended use. Prioritize quality and compatibility to achieve long-lasting and aesthetically pleasing results.

Lifting a house and adding a basement is one way to add usable square footage. Lifting or jacking a house is a complex process, and it can be expensive, not to mention that you won’t be able to live in your house while it’s lifted, due to safety concerns. Lifting a house should only be done by experienced professionals.

The average cost of remodeling a basement is $30 to $75 per square foot. If your space is unfinished and looks like it may need more help, use the higher number when calculating your estimated basement remodeling costs. A good rule of thumb is to add an additional 20% to the top of your estimate to cover any “what if” situations.

A walkout basement is considered to be partially below grade because at least one wall is entirely exposed. In some cases and in specific municipalities, inspectors and appraisers will still count walkout basements as below grade, which means the space can’t serve as living space or be rented out. If you intend on using the area as living space or a separate apartment, you should check with your local building department to make sure it’s legal to do so.

The Elgin, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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