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Avatar for Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.9(
83
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Riverwoods, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cesar came to estimate on the day I called. Two weeks later on the agreed date they showed up on time. The crew was very polite and professional. They did everything asked of them with great attention to detail. The dust was minimal from the sanding because they used professional equipment. Before they left every day they did an excellent job of cleaning. I would highly recommend this company for any flooring job. They also do major remodeling and I would recommend them for that too based upon the job they did on my floors. I’m impressed and happy with the job!!!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Excellent Remodeling LTD
Excellent Remodeling LTD
4.8(
104
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Riverwoods, 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!!!"
1
Basement
Theater Room in the basement
Entertainment center in the basement
Wet Bar in the basement

+113

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for 4Ever Remodeling
4Ever Remodeling
4.9(
392
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Riverwoods, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so happy with our basement remodeling amazing job from start to finish. Damian and his team are very professional, accurate and always answered our questions and concerns. We will be using 4Ever Remodeling in the future."
Full Kitchen Remodel
Basement Living
Kitchen Remodel
CAFÉ Appliances
Pendant Lighting

+637

Response time11 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Don Lorenc construction services, Inc.
Don Lorenc construction services, Inc.
4.8(
37
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Riverwoods, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Don Lorenc to build out our unfinished basement. Don was friendly and easy to work with and offered good suggestions on incremental improvements to our design. When issues came up, he communicated thoroughly and offered cost effective solutions. His carpentry team was exceptional and we are very happy with the final product."
Basement construction
Basement construction
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+33

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Stefan Construction, Inc.
4.9(
86
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Riverwoods, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired David to remodel our basement late last year. There was a late start initially, however the crew picked it up and did an amazing job with our basement. David clearly understood our key requirements and built the plan to accommodate the asks. He was flexible and most importantly available at all hours when we were out for selections. He recommended best options for floor tiles, cabinets and all accessories. We are extremely happy with the output and the great work Davidâ s crew did with our basement. We strongly recommend them."
Bolingbrook Project
Elgin Project
Elgin Project 2
Elgin Project Workout Area
Naperville Project

+46

Response time3 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FB Construction, Inc.
4.9(
77
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Riverwoods, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"FB Construction did a great job with our kitchen renovation. Max was always responsive and was in constant communication with us throughout the project. His pricing was competitive and transparent - no hidden costs or additional charges. Highly recommend for any renovation or home project."
 Exterior
 bathroom
 bedroom
 family / living  room
 Double sink

+16

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Rowe Construction
Rowe Construction
4.8(
116
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Riverwoods, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ryan was great and easy to work with. He helped us through the process. The work was very good and the cost was reasonable. Ryan and his crew were very professional and respectful. They were always on time and never felt like they were working on other projects and and never felt like they were falling behind. We love the remodel and everyone that has come over have been super impressed. We would recommend Ryan and his team for your remodel needs."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+178

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Alumni Builders, Inc.
4.9(
48
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Riverwoods, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Daniel and his team did an outstanding job remodeling our basement. Communication throughout the project was excellent and the project was finished on time with very little surprises. Daniel made some excellent recommendations on flooring, electrical layout and the best ways to utilize limited space. His knowledge and expertise was appreciated and contributed to a better finished product."
stone and stucco facade with metal accents
colonial stone and siding facade
new cabinets
re-built kitchen
finished basement with open ceiling

+290

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Unless you have extensive experience in construction work, remodeling a basement is best left to a professional. There are several tasks associated with this project that require exact precision, including:

  • Replacing insulation 

  • Replacing carpet or other flooring 

  • Adding heating and cooling

  • Adjusting or adding walls and doors

  • Altering or adding plumbing elements

If any of these elements is done incorrectly, it could severely impact the quality of your basement remodel and be dangerous. Changing a basement often comes with code safety requirements, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.

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.

Professional remodelers streamline the process, manage permits, and handle renovations efficiently—significantly mitigating risk while maintaining standards.

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.

Lifting a house and adding a basement is one way to add usable square footage. Lifting or jacking a house is a complex process, and it can be expensive, not to mention that you won’t be able to live in your house while it’s lifted, due to safety concerns. Lifting a house should only be done by experienced professionals.

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