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Kirt Johnson Construction
3.8(
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Serving Forreston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kirt did a great job. He figured out how to straighten out the kitchen floor. Can't tell there was ever a hump there. Kirt and his partner showed up every day on time. Started the job when he said he would and kept the cost to the estimate. I was kept informed of what they were doing and how they were going to do it the entire way. They ran a couple days over the estimated time but they stayed here til it was finished. I love the job they did. My kitchen and bath look great
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Backsplash/cabinets/sink

+3

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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J&M Contracting Services LLC
4.1(
21
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Serving Forreston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It's a group of people that come in and they take care of the job. They're knowledgeable because they know exactly what they're doing. The guy that came in with them had an answer in any question I asked. All things went very well. They good in cleaning everything out so I can't say anything bad about them."
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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BKL Construction
4.8(
5
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Serving Forreston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"BKL Construction was very prompt to respond to my initial request for quoting work. Quote was fair. Work was satisfactory and done in good time. Would definitely hire again."
Kitchen and bathroom floors
Wheelchair ramp
Concrete steps and handrail
Basement remodel
Kitchen and bathroom floors

+52

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Westward Carpenter Contractors Inc
4.2(
13
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Serving Forreston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"In the home repair world, it's always difficult to find professional people that do quality work without charging an arm and a leg. Westward took on our complicated carpentry projects by listening to our needs and ideas, offering up various options to complete the tasks and then made it work.  We found Westward to be very professional and knowledgeable. They performed the work in a timely fashion and showed up when they said they would.  We highly recommend Westward Carpenter Contractors and will certainly use them again!"
Fence and Gate
Porch
Stair Rail
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+13

Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Serving Forreston, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Amanda was really very good!  At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it.  It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about.  I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

When considering finishing your basement, take into account a few pros and cons:

Pros

  • Can increase the value of your home

  • Separate space from the rest of the house 

  • Customize and personalize the basement to suit your needs and style

  • Increase the amount of living space in your home

Cons

  • May not regain enough value to cover the cost of finishing

  • Lack of natural light if it’s below ground level

  • Moisture or flooding can cause costly damage

  • Installing plumbing and electrical can be messy and costly

You should plan on waiting at least a year and ideally two to three years after construction before finishing your basement. This will give the foundation time to settle in response to the weight of your home and the expansion of the surrounding soil. You can then repair your foundation and seal any cracks as needed before finishing it to reduce your risk of future leaks or other issues.

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.

Yes, it is possible to turn a regular basement into a walkout basement. Doing so involves excavating the land around at least one side of your basement foundation, installing retaining walls to create a permanent below-grade area outside your home, and then cutting into the foundation to install an exterior door that leads out to the new space. This is an expensive and time-consuming project, but it can add a lot of value and utility to your home.

Basements with persistent moisture problems or flooding shouldn’t be finished until the moisture issues have been fixed. In addition, if your foundation is cracked, you have unmitigated radon levels, or you have asbestos or lead pipes, remediate the underlying problem before finishing your basement. Turning a basement into living space before fixing these issues can lead to serious health risks or structural damage. 

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