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Avatar for Excellent Remodeling LTD
Excellent Remodeling LTD
4.8(
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Serving Oswego, 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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Basement
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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Craftsman Builders Inc.
4.8(
17
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Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The basement remodel went great! Larry and his team were quick and professional. They even suggested a change to our original plan that saved us a ton of space!! 10/10 would recommend to everyone."
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+30

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mighty Basement & Bath
5.0(
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Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

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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 time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
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Serving Oswego, 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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KSRP Construction, Inc.
4.6(
22
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Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

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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."
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Kankakee
Kankakee
Amli Apartments
Home Burnt

+503

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Go Easy Construction
5.0(
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Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris did a coffered ceiling and crown molding with wainscoting. He did an amazing job. Very professional, detailed, timely and respectful. I could not be happier with his work and can definitely recommend him. Five stars!"
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+2

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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FORT ENG
5.0(
14
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Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fort Painting did an exceptional job with my interior painting project. They were able to perfectly match the colors I had envisioned and execute the job with precision. The painters were professional and tidy, and the final result is absolutely stunning."
Bathroom projects
Bathroom projects
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Bathroom projects

+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clean Edge Construction, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience with this company - they were very professional and efficient. They did various small projects in my house and I am very happy with their work."
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+98

Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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MT McCaw, Inc.
4.1(
14
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Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt was extremely professional, worked with me on design and material selection. He provided detailed plans and a schedule of work for a full kitchen remodel. The work was done in time and he handled any issues that came up promptly. I highly recommend"
Wall Niche
New Cabinets & Tops
Fully Renovated Bath
Hall Bathroom
Refinished Cabinets

+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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

Envision the type of bar experience you'd like to create for your guests. For example:

  • Does your basement have enough finished space for bar stools or seating?

  • What type of additional lighting would set the tone for the room?

  • Are there basement windows or an HVAC system?

  • Do you need new plumbing in your basement for a proper wet bar?

  • Could you be happy with a built-in wall cabinet bar rather than a full-scale wet bar?

Some older homes have toilets in the basement to combat sewage backups. This type of toilet, also known as a Pittsburgh potty, acted as a safety valve over the incoming sewer line. If a line backed up, it would back up into the toilet because it was the lowest fixture in the home, keeping it out of sight and away from the finished areas of the house.

Basement toilets were also used by workers with messy jobs, like those who worked in coal mines or steel mills. This way, they could clean up and avoid tracking dirt through their home.

Building up by adding square footage to the top of your home is often less expensive than adding a basement, but it depends on the specifics of your house, your property, and supply costs. Because building a basement requires excavation, it can be a more expensive option than building up.

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.

The Oswego, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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