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Avatar for Excellent Remodeling LTD
Excellent Remodeling LTD
4.8(
104
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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(
29
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oswego, 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 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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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oswego, 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

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Go Easy Construction
5.0(
12
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
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My Work

+2

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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FORT ENG
5.0(
14
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Bathroom projects
Bathroom projects
Bathroom projects

+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MT McCaw, Inc.
4.1(
14
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oswego, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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

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. 

It is generally more affordable to finish a basement than an attic, though it ultimately depends on how you plan to use the space. The average cost to finish a basement ranges from $7 to $23 per square foot, while attic renovation costs $30 to $60 per square foot. However, a simple attic conversion to a storage space will cost significantly less.

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.

If you’re not sure which method of raising the ceiling is best for you, here are a couple of considerations to help you make that decision. A professional ceiling company will be able to help you determine the best option for your home.

  • How long you are planning to live there: although raising the basement ceiling will increase the value of your home, if you’re planning to sell the house, then go for raising the house.

  • The condition of the foundation: to lower the floors, your foundation has to be intact whereas raising the house will allow you to restore the damaged foundation.

The Oswego, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodels

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