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Klock Home Services
New to Angi
Basement - Remodel

Serving Hillcrest, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.

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Castle Construction
4.9(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Hillcrest, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex was the first to respond to our job- finishing a small section of a large deck. VERY pleased with their work- they delivered exactly what we described. Would highly recommend & use them again?"
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Decks and Porches Project
Landscaping Project
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Project

+64

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J a h construction
4.9(
10
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Hillcrest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeremy helped turn my new house into my dream home. But that was no surprise for he did the same for my last house. A good guy that will walk with you through the shopping process, helping you pick the right product for you, then professionally installing it. Highly recommend."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kirt Johnson Construction
3.8(
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Hillcrest, 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

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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BKL Construction
4.8(
5
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Hillcrest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

"Amazing!! Beau performed all work efficiently, cost effectively and did a wonderful job. My house was a fixer upper and he made it into my dream house. I would recommend him to everyone looking for any work done. Thanks Beau!!"
Kitchen and bathroom floors
Wheelchair ramp
Concrete steps and handrail
Basement remodel
Kitchen and bathroom floors

+52

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Yes. Renovating your basement has a return on investment (ROI) of 75%, meaning your remodel investment will significantly increase the value of your home. Besides the ROI, your family can enjoy a larger, more usable space while you live there. 

A finished basement does not always count as square footage, as this varies by state regulations. In areas that allow below-grade spaces to be included in a home's official square footage, the basement must typically meet certain conditions. These conditions often include having a functional egress and being a livable space with flooring, finished walls, and temperature control. To be certain, contact your local assessor to confirm your area's specific policies regarding basement square footage.

For most basement remodels, you’ll want to hire a general contractor. This is for a number of reasons, but the main two are that general contractors have dedicated teams they are comfortable with, and hiring one means you only have to deal with one pro. You may also get a better project quote since they can lump all their work and subcontracting into a single quote. 

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.

It is common for a contractor to ask for a down payment before starting a project, especially for jobs that require purchasing materials and equipment or hiring a crew. The deposit amount can range from 10% to 50% of the total job cost. While a request for up to 50% is not unusual, a contractor should not ask for more than that, and you should never pay for a project in full before the work has begun. To protect yourself, always discuss payment terms before starting and have a written contract that outlines the project timeline and expectations. Additionally, be sure to hire reputable contractors and check their licensing and insurance before the project begins.

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