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Budget Construction
3.2(
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with budget , they were very helpful and efficient with my needs . Customer service was amazing to work with all well and it was a smooth process. I will def recommend this company to others ."
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G.A.STEELE CONSTRUCTION
4.7(
3
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

We are a locally owned and operated General Contractor that provides full service Remodeling! All your needs from permitting, construction and All inspections. We work closely with our clients to meet or exceed thier goals in thier projects.

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rhodium Contractors
4.3(
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Moises and his crew again . Once again they came thru with flying colors. My Fiancà © and I could not be happier. Clean , efficient, and excellent quality of work performed ."
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Robert Anthony Renovations
5.0(
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

"We had an excellent experience working with Robert Anthony from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and incredibly detail-oriented throughout our kitchen remodel. His team completed our renovation on time, kept the workspace clean, and communicated with us every step of the way. The quality of the craftsmanship exceeded our expectations, and you can truly tell they take pride in their work. They transformed our kitcjen beautifully and made the entire process smooth and stress-free for my family. We are beyond happy with our kitchen and we couldn’t recommended him more."
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Gutter Squad
5.0(
1
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

"Absolutely love our newly redone bathroom floor! The installers did a flawless job with the tile work and transition strips. It looks beautiful, feels so much cleaner, and has completely elevated the look of our bathroom. 5 stars!""
replaced stairs
the stain requested was added
New flooring
Stair replacement
Bathroom floor update

+7

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VIVANCO HOME REMODELING INC.
5.0(
2
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Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would like to say that this is a company that truly stands by their work. They don't stand around talking; they get straight to the job and do it well. They clean up after themselves, they are polite to the customer, and they always arrive on time. They are very professional and responsible. If there is anything you need them to do, they will do it, though I didn't have any issues. Elena, the lady who runs the company and sent the team out here, is also very responsible. She makes sure everything is done correctly. She comes and inspects the job before she sends the team out to do the job. They did a great job!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

While framing a basement is not as difficult as finishing a basement, it's something you should typically leave to the pros. That’s because if something is installed correctly, it will affect your entire basement. However, you can take care of some of the smaller tasks, like filling holes or putting up some insulation.

Adding a bathroom to your basement can increase your home value since homes with multiple bathrooms sell for more. The return on investment (ROI) for a basement bathroom is 50% to 75%. The actual return varies with your home and location. Adding a half bath to your home increases the value by 2.9% while finishing a basement increases the home value by 6.6%.

Renovation enhances functionality, increases home value, and can add new space for personal or family needs. It typically modernizes older unfinished basements for new uses.

Installing a bathroom in a basement isn’t a project for most homeowners. Many parts—plumbing, electricity, and carpentry—go into this project, each requiring expert-level knowledge and tools. One miscalculation can lead to very expensive repairs. Plus, some homeowner’s insurance might not pay for damages caused by a homeowner DIYing this project. You can protect yourself by allowing the pros to complete this job for you. 

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.

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