We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing the Chicagoland area. Our focus is providing clients with a clear, upfront vision of expectations through a design/build approach. Our free design service provides potential customers with a collaborative consultation geared towards budget, wants, needs and lifestyle.
"After spending a good amount with a different contractor to remodel our main floor, we had to settle with the fact that a basement remodel was likely not in our short term plans. However, after taking a meeting with Matrix, we were pleasantly surprised that a substantial remodel was not out of the question after all. We were honestly so focused on the fact that something could get done that we didn’t nit pick on the finishes and some of the details, but wow were we impressed by the quality and workmanship of the end product. The project managers (we had Ben) do everything that’s needed to keep on schedule, but rest assured this does not mean that any shortcuts of any kind are taken. The sub-contractors used are simply amazing, and seem motivated to do whatever is needed to keep Matrix and the customers happy. Overall, we couldn’t be more pleased with how everything turned out!"
Jaime F on June 2025
We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing the Chicagoland area. Our focus is providing clients with a clear, upfront vision of expectations through a design/build approach. Our free design service provides potential customers with a collaborative consultation geared towards budget, wants, needs and lifestyle.
"After spending a good amount with a different contractor to remodel our main floor, we had to settle with the fact that a basement remodel was likely not in our short term plans. However, after taking a meeting with Matrix, we were pleasantly surprised that a substantial remodel was not out of the question after all. We were honestly so focused on the fact that something could get done that we didn’t nit pick on the finishes and some of the details, but wow were we impressed by the quality and workmanship of the end product. The project managers (we had Ben) do everything that’s needed to keep on schedule, but rest assured this does not mean that any shortcuts of any kind are taken. The sub-contractors used are simply amazing, and seem motivated to do whatever is needed to keep Matrix and the customers happy. Overall, we couldn’t be more pleased with how everything turned out!"
Jaime F on June 2025
Ready to finish your basement? We care enough to do it right the first time. Our family owned company has been serving homeowners like you since 2001. We are a BASEMENT FINISHING specialist. Granzow Home Improvement, LLC is well known in the home improvement & remodeling industry, as a client-focused company that strives to ensure the highest levels of quality and customer satisfaction. We have a A+ BBB Rating. You will love our "no pressure" approach, FREE design assistance that comes with nearly 23 years of experience, professionally prepared plans, detail oriented proposals that come with a written guarantee for price accuracy, and our comprehensive written warranty that backs all services we provide. Call now to schedule your FREE formal proposal.
"Granzow Home Improvement LLC exceeded all expectations in finishing our basement, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, Richard and Bob displayed professionalism, skill, and a genuine passion for their craft. The attention to detail was incredible—from the high-quality materials used to the flawless execution of every feature. They transformed our basement into a beautiful, functional space that feels like an extension of the rest of our home, not just an afterthought. Whether it was customizing a plan to fit our needs or ensuring seamless design transitions with the same materials used when our home was built, they listened to our ideas and brought them to life perfectly. Beyond the craftsmanship, they were punctual, respectful, and kept the work area tidy throughout the project. Richard communicated with us every step of the way, ensuring there were no surprises and that we were thrilled with the progress. If you’re looking for a reliable, talented contractor to bring your vision to life, look no further than Granzow Home Improvement LLC . We wholeheartedly recommend them and would hire them again in a heartbeat! Thank you, Richard and Bob, for making our dream basement a reality!"
Erica O on April 2025
Ready to finish your basement? We care enough to do it right the first time. Our family owned company has been serving homeowners like you since 2001. We are a BASEMENT FINISHING specialist. Granzow Home Improvement, LLC is well known in the home improvement & remodeling industry, as a client-focused company that strives to ensure the highest levels of quality and customer satisfaction. We have a A+ BBB Rating. You will love our "no pressure" approach, FREE design assistance that comes with nearly 23 years of experience, professionally prepared plans, detail oriented proposals that come with a written guarantee for price accuracy, and our comprehensive written warranty that backs all services we provide. Call now to schedule your FREE formal proposal.
"Granzow Home Improvement LLC exceeded all expectations in finishing our basement, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish, Richard and Bob displayed professionalism, skill, and a genuine passion for their craft. The attention to detail was incredible—from the high-quality materials used to the flawless execution of every feature. They transformed our basement into a beautiful, functional space that feels like an extension of the rest of our home, not just an afterthought. Whether it was customizing a plan to fit our needs or ensuring seamless design transitions with the same materials used when our home was built, they listened to our ideas and brought them to life perfectly. Beyond the craftsmanship, they were punctual, respectful, and kept the work area tidy throughout the project. Richard communicated with us every step of the way, ensuring there were no surprises and that we were thrilled with the progress. If you’re looking for a reliable, talented contractor to bring your vision to life, look no further than Granzow Home Improvement LLC . We wholeheartedly recommend them and would hire them again in a heartbeat! Thank you, Richard and Bob, for making our dream basement a reality!"
Erica O on April 2025
Everdry is the Nations leader in basement waterproofing with 100,000 satisfied customers! We help you create dry usable space.
"We had a small leak that only happened in severe rainstorms. Instead of diagnosing this problem the salesperson wa ted to sell us their complete system. They painted a picture of a poorly constructed basement with many problems. We resisted but finally agreed this was s mistake, because the only problem found after tearing up our basement was a dead sump pump and maybe extra weep holes could have been put in the crock. The original basement drainage system was correctly installed to code. Now our perfect basement floor has permanent scars and we are still fighting the concrete dust leftover from the project. The workers also damaged our vinyl siding and stained it with some type of solvent when cleaning areas that were marred during work. They are probably solve severe basement problems, but we were definitely “oversold”. We made a regrettable error in trusting their expertise."
Dan W on February 2025
Everdry is the Nations leader in basement waterproofing with 100,000 satisfied customers! We help you create dry usable space.
"We had a small leak that only happened in severe rainstorms. Instead of diagnosing this problem the salesperson wa ted to sell us their complete system. They painted a picture of a poorly constructed basement with many problems. We resisted but finally agreed this was s mistake, because the only problem found after tearing up our basement was a dead sump pump and maybe extra weep holes could have been put in the crock. The original basement drainage system was correctly installed to code. Now our perfect basement floor has permanent scars and we are still fighting the concrete dust leftover from the project. The workers also damaged our vinyl siding and stained it with some type of solvent when cleaning areas that were marred during work. They are probably solve severe basement problems, but we were definitely “oversold”. We made a regrettable error in trusting their expertise."
Dan W on February 2025
CWE Renovations is ready to turn your project into a reality - no dream is out of reach! Our team of expert remodelers will give a thorough assessment & estimate for your project. Call today to get on our schedule!
"The good - Job was eventually completed and we are pleased with the outcome. I was impressed that most of the work was done by one guy when some tasks could clearly be done a lot easier with 2 people. They did stick to the quoted price. The bad - and maybe should be 2 stars for these. We hired them at the end of March 2024 with the project quoted to be completed by the middle of July 2024. It did not get completed until Jan 2025 and this is completely unacceptable. We got a call from the electricians that they used stating that he was not returning their calls and that they did not make the payment. Eventually by the time the project was completed they did pay for the initial install. I chose to pay the electricians myself for the completion portion and did not go through CWE for that because they lied to me about contacting the election to finish the project. They also rarely returned my calls. His worker would show up without notice that he was coming out."
Jorie O on June 2025
CWE Renovations is ready to turn your project into a reality - no dream is out of reach! Our team of expert remodelers will give a thorough assessment & estimate for your project. Call today to get on our schedule!
"The good - Job was eventually completed and we are pleased with the outcome. I was impressed that most of the work was done by one guy when some tasks could clearly be done a lot easier with 2 people. They did stick to the quoted price. The bad - and maybe should be 2 stars for these. We hired them at the end of March 2024 with the project quoted to be completed by the middle of July 2024. It did not get completed until Jan 2025 and this is completely unacceptable. We got a call from the electricians that they used stating that he was not returning their calls and that they did not make the payment. Eventually by the time the project was completed they did pay for the initial install. I chose to pay the electricians myself for the completion portion and did not go through CWE for that because they lied to me about contacting the election to finish the project. They also rarely returned my calls. His worker would show up without notice that he was coming out."
Jorie O on June 2025
Badger Water is family owned and operated. We have been in business for over 35 years. We are proud to provide service within 24 hours, if not immediately. Badger Water employees provide prompt, efficient and friendly service. Contact Badger Water today for a water analysis and the lowest prices for all your water needs.
"Fast! Very knowledgable."
Kevin H on November 2024
Badger Water is family owned and operated. We have been in business for over 35 years. We are proud to provide service within 24 hours, if not immediately. Badger Water employees provide prompt, efficient and friendly service. Contact Badger Water today for a water analysis and the lowest prices for all your water needs.
"Fast! Very knowledgable."
Kevin H on November 2024
We have the experience and dedication to do the job right the first time! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call to schedule an estimate today! May contact through email.
"They completed several projects for me. I appreciated the careful attention to doing good work. Each time, I was pleased with the finished look and function."
karen k on March 2021
We have the experience and dedication to do the job right the first time! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call to schedule an estimate today! May contact through email.
"They completed several projects for me. I appreciated the careful attention to doing good work. Each time, I was pleased with the finished look and function."
karen k on March 2021
Aqua Well & Pump Systems, Inc., is a 3rd generation; family owned & operated, well and pump service company, serving all of Southeastern Wisconsin. Our mission at Aqua is to provide our customers with a safe, reliable water supply, while safe guarding & promoting the protection of our most precious resource. To accomplish this mission, Aqua is dedicated to investing in promotion, equipment, & most of all people who share the same core values of knowledge, integrity, hard work, & honesty. Aqua provides pump & well drilling service for residential, industrial, commercial, & farm applications. services.
"Very patient and helpful"
Gregg A on February 2025
Aqua Well & Pump Systems, Inc., is a 3rd generation; family owned & operated, well and pump service company, serving all of Southeastern Wisconsin. Our mission at Aqua is to provide our customers with a safe, reliable water supply, while safe guarding & promoting the protection of our most precious resource. To accomplish this mission, Aqua is dedicated to investing in promotion, equipment, & most of all people who share the same core values of knowledge, integrity, hard work, & honesty. Aqua provides pump & well drilling service for residential, industrial, commercial, & farm applications. services.
"Very patient and helpful"
Gregg A on February 2025
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc. is a family owned business by two brothers that love to create customers imaginations into realities. We as Top Bros Construction do all kind of interior remodeling in people's homes. From remodeling your bathrooms into master bathrooms or having the nicest kitchen you ever picture. We also install all hard surface floors starting from vinyl planks, laminate, vct tile, hardwood, engineer hardwood, ceramics. We refinishing and varnish hardwood floors as well as stairs and handrails. Were love to help our customers go thru the whole experience in a great matter of order and completion.
"I started the project with simple plans to replace and fix problems in a newly purchased home. brought Top Bros in and them came up with a number of great ideas to improve the look and function of the home. Looks great"
Andrew s on February 2025
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc. is a family owned business by two brothers that love to create customers imaginations into realities. We as Top Bros Construction do all kind of interior remodeling in people's homes. From remodeling your bathrooms into master bathrooms or having the nicest kitchen you ever picture. We also install all hard surface floors starting from vinyl planks, laminate, vct tile, hardwood, engineer hardwood, ceramics. We refinishing and varnish hardwood floors as well as stairs and handrails. Were love to help our customers go thru the whole experience in a great matter of order and completion.
"I started the project with simple plans to replace and fix problems in a newly purchased home. brought Top Bros in and them came up with a number of great ideas to improve the look and function of the home. Looks great"
Andrew s on February 2025
Since 1984, Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has provided the Sun Prairie, WI and the surrounding area with exceptional Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing services. We offer professional technicians, same-day installations and 24-hour emergency service. We believe we are the right choice for any of your HVAC, Plumbing, or Electrical needs. Call today to schedule your next appointment!
"Very quick service availability and thorough job done. Technician was polite, knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely use again."
Laurel S on May 2025
Since 1984, Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has provided the Sun Prairie, WI and the surrounding area with exceptional Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Plumbing services. We offer professional technicians, same-day installations and 24-hour emergency service. We believe we are the right choice for any of your HVAC, Plumbing, or Electrical needs. Call today to schedule your next appointment!
"Very quick service availability and thorough job done. Technician was polite, knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely use again."
Laurel S on May 2025
Established in 2015, Catalyst Custom Construction is the local leader in home construction, home additions, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, and basement finishing. We spec in homes that you can live in forever. We build new executive homes for you and your whole family with your families touches. We know Madison homes and understand when you want to keep the character in your old home with new flair. We are a building contractor that is ready to make your vision into a reality. We pride ourselves on the quality, integrity and craftsmanship that goes into every job. Give us a call or send us an email to set up a consultation about your next project!
"When Mike came out to give me a quote, he told and told me he would get back to me in a week and could probably finish part of the work in the next two weeks and start the full remodel within a month. That was in January, and I'm writing this review at the end of March. I called him several times and finally caught up with him about a month ago, when he said he had had some family issues and would get back to me soon. But he never did. I spent time cleaning my house, speaking with him, writing him an email with all the details of my project, calling references, and waiting months for an answer. The very least he could have done was said he wasn't interested in the project."
Kate V on March 2021
Established in 2015, Catalyst Custom Construction is the local leader in home construction, home additions, kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, and basement finishing. We spec in homes that you can live in forever. We build new executive homes for you and your whole family with your families touches. We know Madison homes and understand when you want to keep the character in your old home with new flair. We are a building contractor that is ready to make your vision into a reality. We pride ourselves on the quality, integrity and craftsmanship that goes into every job. Give us a call or send us an email to set up a consultation about your next project!
"When Mike came out to give me a quote, he told and told me he would get back to me in a week and could probably finish part of the work in the next two weeks and start the full remodel within a month. That was in January, and I'm writing this review at the end of March. I called him several times and finally caught up with him about a month ago, when he said he had had some family issues and would get back to me soon. But he never did. I spent time cleaning my house, speaking with him, writing him an email with all the details of my project, calling references, and waiting months for an answer. The very least he could have done was said he wasn't interested in the project."
Kate V on March 2021
Yes, most states require plumbers to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed plumber could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations.
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The cost to finish a basement is $18,400 for the average homeowner. However, this cost could be as little as $2,800 or as much as $34,500, depending on the basement size and the materials needed. If your basement is already outfitted with electrical and plumbing, expect the cost to fall on the lower end.
For example, the drywall cost for this project averages around $1,750, but other features, like hiring a plumber, cost between $45 and $200 per hour.
The cost to remodel a basement is between $12,100 and $33,400 for the average homeowner. The price you pay can be as little as $3,500 or as much as $50,200, depending on the size and condition of your basement and the type of remodel you're doing.
If you're doing a simple project like adding a home office to your basement, you can expect to pay anywhere from $500 to $3,000. However, if you're adding a bathroom, which is an extensive project, you can expect to pay between $6,600 to $16,500.
Foundation repairs cost about $5,000, on average. Typically, prices range from $2,200 to $7,800, depending on the type and extent of repairs needed. Cost factors include foundation type, home size, soil stability, accessibility, and the ultimate cause of the problem and what methods and materials are required to fix it.
The cost of basement waterproofing is $4,950 for the average homeowner. However, you could end up paying between $600 and $14,000, depending on factors like basement size, waterproofing method, and the region you live in.
If you live in an area with heavy rainfall, you might be paying more for waterproofing than if you lived somewhere drier since waterproofing contractors would be in high demand. Likewise, a 500-foot basement costs between $2,500 and $5,000 to waterproof, but that price rises significantly for a larger basement.