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Avatar for Mighty Basement & Bath
Mighty Basement & Bath
5.0(
29
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Forest, 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%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KSRP Construction, Inc.
4.6(
22
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely pleased with the basement remodel. KSRP team was helpful, responsive and professional. Work included: framing, windows, drywall, electrical, lighting, flooring and painting. Not one complaint. Job price was really good and would have paid more based on what was ultimately delivered. I recommend working with KSRP."
Lockport Flip
Kankakee
Kankakee
Amli Apartments
Home Burnt

+503

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Quinlan Construction - Decks and Renovations
4.4(
50
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The guys helped me with a quick kitchen remodel on some cabinets. They were courteous & professional. I didn’t feel like I was being ripped off. They explained the job & came in on budget with no surprises."
Old Kitchen Cabinets
Old Flooring
Old Cabinets / Sink
Finish Kitchen
Back Yard Deck & Bridge

+9

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Budget Construction
3.3(
27
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got my kitchen/bathroom done by budget construction I am absolutely in love with the work. The workers were on time everyday. The team was great. And the prices were the best out of my 3 estimates."
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Smart Dovas LLC
4.9(
7
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Delano at Smart Dovas did an amazing job in my home. He along with his apprentice. Took their time and did a fantastic job. He even corrected little things around my home that I didn't even mention. After the work was completed, they cleaned my floors so neatly. I truly appreciate their services. I will ne calling them back for other things that I need to have done in my home."
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+3

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

The time it takes to finish or remodel a basement can vary significantly, ranging from a few weeks to several months or even up to a year. On average, the construction phase can take four to eight weeks, but the total project time can extend to three or four months when including planning and permits. The timeline depends on several factors, including the basement's size, design complexity, the scope of the work, and your contractor's availability. A more detailed breakdown for an average-sized basement might include: framing (3-5 days), electrical and rough-in plumbing (3-5 days), drywall installation (5 days), flooring (2-3 days), and final touches like painting and trim (about a week). If preliminary work like installing a waterproofing system or addressing structural issues is needed, the timeline could extend to six to twelve months. Factors like difficult access, material transport, and ventilation needs can also add to the project's duration.

Yes, you can add a bathroom to an unfinished basement, but you’ll want to take proper precautions if doing so. As with any bathroom addition, you’ll need to make sure that it’s approved by local building authorities first. With unfinished basements, you especially need to keep an eye on proper ventilation practices.

Adding an extension or addition to your home costs more than a loft conversion in all but the rarest cases where the home's structural integrity is lacking. Because a home addition requires a new foundation section or significant structural upgrades to handle a cantilevered portion, the cost compared to almost any loft conversion is significantly greater for the same square footage.

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.

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

The Oak Forest, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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