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CU Midwest Designs, LLC

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CU Midwest Designs, LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At CU Midwest Designs, we don't just complete projects we bring visions to life. Every brushstroke, every remodel, and every detail is crafted with precision and a passion for excellence. We blend industry expertise with a personal touch, ensuring that every project reflects your unique needs and aspirations. What truly sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to transparency, fairness, and building lasting relationships. We don?t believe in shortcuts. We believe in integrity. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, your satisfaction is not just a goal, it's the foundation of everything we do. When you work with CU Midwest Designs, you're not just hiring contractors. You're partnering with a team that's dedicated to transforming your space with craftsmanship that stands the test of time. Let's make your dream project a reality & reach out today and experience the difference!

"Very professional and helpful. Went out of their way to make sure everything went well. Have recommended them to friends and coworkers."

MARGARET E G on May 2023

At CU Midwest Designs, we don't just complete projects we bring visions to life. Every brushstroke, every remodel, and every detail is crafted with precision and a passion for excellence. We blend industry expertise with a personal touch, ensuring that every project reflects your unique needs and aspirations. What truly sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to transparency, fairness, and building lasting relationships. We don?t believe in shortcuts. We believe in integrity. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, your satisfaction is not just a goal, it's the foundation of everything we do. When you work with CU Midwest Designs, you're not just hiring contractors. You're partnering with a team that's dedicated to transforming your space with craftsmanship that stands the test of time. Let's make your dream project a reality & reach out today and experience the difference!

"Very professional and helpful. Went out of their way to make sure everything went well. Have recommended them to friends and coworkers."

MARGARET E G on May 2023


Marvon Construction, LLC

4.97(
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Marvon Construction, LLC

4.97(
31
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Marvon Construction, LLC, is ready to assist you with your next construction project. Our specialties include new custom homes, custom garages, room additions, renovations, windows, siding, and roofing. We have around 30 house and garage plans available for our customers to choose from or you can bring your own print and we'll try to work with your plan.

"Marvon contruction did an amazing job replacing our shingles roof with a new metal roof, plus new siding and gutters. They were get efficient and cleaned up their work space daily. Matt was a joy to work with and answered any questions and offered up suggestions that was needed. We highly recommend them! Our house is beautiful and we love it!"

Carolyn G on December 2025

Marvon Construction, LLC, is ready to assist you with your next construction project. Our specialties include new custom homes, custom garages, room additions, renovations, windows, siding, and roofing. We have around 30 house and garage plans available for our customers to choose from or you can bring your own print and we'll try to work with your plan.

"Marvon contruction did an amazing job replacing our shingles roof with a new metal roof, plus new siding and gutters. They were get efficient and cleaned up their work space daily. Matt was a joy to work with and answered any questions and offered up suggestions that was needed. We highly recommend them! Our house is beautiful and we love it!"

Carolyn G on December 2025


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Custom Home Updates

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Custom Home Updates

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Custom Home Updates LLC is the Champaign, IL area's premier choice for any of your residential contracting needs. We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and concrete countertops. If you've been considering improving or updating your home recently, please give us a call today. We would love to speak with you about your project and make the vision for your space come into reality. Thank you!

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Joel S on May 2017

Custom Home Updates LLC is the Champaign, IL area's premier choice for any of your residential contracting needs. We specialize in kitchen and bathroom remodeling and concrete countertops. If you've been considering improving or updating your home recently, please give us a call today. We would love to speak with you about your project and make the vision for your space come into reality. Thank you!

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Joel S on May 2017


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1600 Contracting LLC

5.00(
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1600 Contracting LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

1600 Contracting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He did a great job in my garage. Cleaned and sealed the shelves and pressure washed the concrete floor, painted the walls and the shelves. He was very patient with me choosing the right color. I love the result! Highly recommend. "

Rachel N on November 2025

1600 Contracting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He did a great job in my garage. Cleaned and sealed the shelves and pressure washed the concrete floor, painted the walls and the shelves. He was very patient with me choosing the right color. I love the result! Highly recommend. "

Rachel N on November 2025


Second Street Renovations

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Second Street Renovations

4.61(
62
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with SECOND STREET RENOVATIONS, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Did poor job left old floor under mobile home and did not finish project"

Scott D on April 2025

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with SECOND STREET RENOVATIONS, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Did poor job left old floor under mobile home and did not finish project"

Scott D on April 2025


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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

5.00(
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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Communication was great ever step of the way and they were more than flexible and worked through challenging weather to get the job done within our time frame. Would def consider working with them again."

Tom T on December 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Communication was great ever step of the way and they were more than flexible and worked through challenging weather to get the job done within our time frame. Would def consider working with them again."

Tom T on December 2025


Mennenga Construction, Inc.

5.00(
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Mennenga Construction, Inc.

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
62 years of experience

Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Mennenga Construction, Inc., is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We are a total home service company and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or are looking to build a home, Mennenga Construction, Inc., is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

"Very good work, fast, clean, professional. Merle is very easy to deal with."

Dale E on October 2015

Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Mennenga Construction, Inc., is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We are a total home service company and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or are looking to build a home, Mennenga Construction, Inc., is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

"Very good work, fast, clean, professional. Merle is very easy to deal with."

Dale E on October 2015


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Southard Style Construction

New on AngiNew on Angi
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Southard Style Construction

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Southard Style Construction, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers. 217-208-9304

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Southard Style Construction, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers. 217-208-9304


Gulliford Construction

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Gulliford Construction

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21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Gulliford Construction proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Gulliford Construction proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!


J & E Drywall LLC

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J & E Drywall LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

J & E Drywall is a small, family business. I have been providing quality drywall services since 2001. No job is too small; call for a free estimate. Quality work guaranteed while keeping your bottom line in mind.

J & E Drywall is a small, family business. I have been providing quality drywall services since 2001. No job is too small; call for a free estimate. Quality work guaranteed while keeping your bottom line in mind.

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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

Create a checklist, reimagine the space use, set a realistic budget, choose materials and aesthetic details, and get professional support for guidelines and troubleshooting.

Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms. 

Finishing a basement is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.

Remodeling a basement means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring.

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

Finishing your basement adds value to your home, providing an average return on investment (ROI) of around 75%. That means the typical basement refinishing costs of $32,000 will add an average of $24,000 to the value of your property. The value added to your home will depend on the price you pay to have the work completed, the area you live in, the quality of the work and building materials, and more.

Home improvements that increase value not only enhance quality of life but also offer a high return on investment (ROI). Replacing a garage door has one of the best ROIs at 93%. Other high-ROI projects include remodeling your kitchen, installing a stone veneer, and replacing windows. These updates make homes more appealing to buyers and improve functionality, which helps if you plan to sell your home in the future.

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