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Hansen Building & Renovations, LLC
5.0(
2
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Geneseo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Wade removed my crumbling aggregate porch steps and replaced them with a wood set. I'm very pleased. His communication and promptness were great. He told me exactly what he planned to do and gave me a quote right away. Based on my experience, I'd definitely recommend Hansen Building & Renovations."
Response time3 days
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QC Remodeling LLC
5.0(
6
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Geneseo, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I couldn’t be happier with the incredible job QC Remodeling did remodeling my basement! They transformed the space by adding a beautiful bathroom and a fully functional laundry room, and the results exceeded my expectations. From start to finish, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented. They walked me through every step of the process, ensuring I understood my options and felt confident in every decision. Their craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding, and they made the entire experience stress-free. If you’re looking for a reliable, skilled team to remodel your home, I highly recommend QC Remodeling. They truly care about their customers and deliver top-notch work. Thank you for bringing my vision to life!"
Le Claire, IA Kitchen Renovation
Sherrard, IL High end Bathroom Remodel
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R&B Remodeling
4.9(
17
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Geneseo, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The guys from R&B Remodeling are top notch! They did what they said, they were very respectful, very reasonable, very knowledgeable, and I will definitely go to them first for future work needed and recommend them to anyone needing remodeling done!"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

Unless you have extensive experience in construction work, remodeling a basement is best left to a professional. There are several tasks associated with this project that require exact precision, including:

  • Replacing insulation 

  • Replacing carpet or other flooring 

  • Adding heating and cooling

  • Adjusting or adding walls and doors

  • Altering or adding plumbing elements

If any of these elements is done incorrectly, it could severely impact the quality of your basement remodel and be dangerous. Changing a basement often comes with code safety requirements, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.

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.

It’s less expensive to finish your basement than it is to build an addition to your home. The average cost to refinish a basement is $32,000 (between $7 and $23 per square foot) while building an addition to your home costs $50,325 ($80 to $210 per square foot). Depending on the size of your basement and other factors, like moving plumbing and electrical, refinishing a basement is a more cost-effective option in most cases.

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