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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

"Jolanta and her team were professional, courteous, and very easy to work with. We are very happy with how our basement turned out and recommend them to anyone who's thinking about remodeling their homes!"
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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 rate96%
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

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mighty Basement & Bath
5.0(
29
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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 and Bath did a magnificent job building out our basement. Scot was very professional and extremely knowledgeable of the work that needed to be completed. Scot took our ideas for the basement build and made them a reality. Would highly recommend using Might Basement and Bath for remodeling projects."
TV and Entertainment
Main area
Entertainment
Fitness Room
Finished Space

+33

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

8 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

"Christopher Baugh was wonderful to work with and worthy of our trust, both practically and creatively. He was ALWAYS responsive to our inquiries, ideas, concerns, etc. Equally important, the crews who spent so much time in our home during the kitchen renovation were pleasant, kind, and generally arrived on time. They took any questions that we might arise to Christopher, receiving answers in a timely manner. During a reno that is important, since they are present for hours every day. Our expected timeline for the renovation was well met and we were always comfortable - as much as possible during a kitchen remodel! - feeling heard and respected. No question was too dumb or redundant and we really appreciated that. As a result we have a beautiful custom kitchen, with cabinets handcrafted by Christopher and I think everyone associated should be proud of their hard work. We can't wait to show it off!"
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My Work

+2

Response time1 day
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

We are a team of experienced painters who are passionate about enhancing the beauty of your home or business. With decades of experience in the painting industry, we have perfected the art of interior painting and are committed to providing exceptional services to our clients.\n\nfortengconstruction.com\n\nEnglish and Spanish Available \n\nDeposits May Be Required - Inquire Within \n\nAccepts Cash, Checks, Major Credit Cards (Service Fee May Apply) & Zelle \n\nFinancing Options Available

Bathroom projects
Bathroom projects
Bathroom projects
Bathroom projects
Bathroom projects

+14

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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

"We actually had 4 major renovations - the basement finished, master bath remodel, kitchen remodel, and garage finished. Started the projects on 6/1/2022 and finished on 7/31/2022 - amazing time frame. Projects flowed smoothly, attention to detail was awesome. All of our questions and concerns were addressed to give us the utmost comfort level to choose Aaron/Clean Edge to handle our remodeling projects. Carmella did an awesome job in keeping us updated on when to expect contractors to be in the home. There is not one thing that I would have changed in what was done, but believe me, we did change things as we moved along in the projects... added a 1/2 bath in the basement and changed the kitchen and basement counter choices. Aaron and crew were amazing to work with. I would highly recommend them and were very happy to work with them."
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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
My Property Masters
3.7(
212
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Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I truly recommend Daniel and his worker on work they did on repairing my stairs and they was definitely cheaper than all the rest, and they did a great job!!!! I will be hiring him to do my drywall for my basement. So all I’m saying is they did my stairs with in two days!!! I will see you soon. Thank You! Ms Mary…"
Response time9 hrs
191 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Key trends include home gyms, theatre rooms, additional rooms (bedroom/office), and more, with personalized styles reflecting individual preferences.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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