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Avatar for JS Precise Remodeling
JS Precise Remodeling
4.8(
42
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I actually had Jerry come to my house for a basement appraisal. I decided to take that project off the table and asked him to redo my front hall and small powder room , I was so impressed that my husband and I than asked him to remodel our master suite, and that turned out absolutely beautiful. We than asked Jerry to remodel our very outdated family room and kitchen. He and his incredible sidekick Rafael just finished these two rooms and my husband and I could not be more thrilled. These two men are professional, kind, courteous, honest and very hard working. This entire experience was awesome"
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CHICAGO
bifor

+55

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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4Ever Remodeling
4.9(
392
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Wilmette, 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

+650

Response time11 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Lupfer Builders
4.6(
173
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HVAC was not draining properly and had to reroute drain tube to sump pump well with improved gravity feed for proper drainige (needed to go behind paneling in basement walls). They did an excellent job, works like a charm!"
David Lupfer
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+11

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ABC Home Expert Corp.
5.0(
20
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They remodeled my Master Bathroom after another contractor failed to complete the job. At every step in the process they were true professionals. Igor went above and beyond to ensure we were happy and informed. They are now my 1st choice all future home remodels."
Floor and Backsplash Tile installation by ABC Home Expert
Painting, patching and Electrical work by ABC Home Expert.
White Shaker Kitchen Cabinets designed and installed by ABC Home Expert
Granite countertop installed by ABC Home Expert
Full bathroom remodeling by ABC Home Expert.

+70

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Don Lorenc construction services, Inc.
4.8(
37
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Wilmette, 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
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+33

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The James Construction Group Inc
5.0(
13
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"We had more than 80% of the old house remodeled with new additions. It’s a daunting task and huge project. However, Dimitritis and Joshua made it easy and did a great job in completing our dream home. Joshua was fantastic managing the daily tasks and excellent with details. They were very responsive in re-addressing even with minor adjustments. Definitely recommend."
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+79

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FB Construction, Inc.
4.9(
77
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Wilmette, 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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Wilmette, 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."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Basement Remodel questions, answered by experts

You should plan on waiting at least a year and ideally two to three years after construction before finishing your basement. This will give the foundation time to settle in response to the weight of your home and the expansion of the surrounding soil. You can then repair your foundation and seal any cracks as needed before finishing it to reduce your risk of future leaks or other issues.

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%.

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.

Building up by adding square footage to the top of your home is often less expensive than adding a basement, but it depends on the specifics of your house, your property, and supply costs. Because building a basement requires excavation, it can be a more expensive option than building up.

Yes, most general contractors require an initial down payment, typically between 10% and 25% of the total project cost. This upfront payment helps cover the costs of materials, permits, and subcontractors. The remaining project costs are usually billed after specific project milestones are reached or on set completion dates, as outlined in your contract. Be wary of contractors who require a significant deposit of 50% or more upfront, as this could be a red flag for a scam.

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