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Avatar for 4Ever Remodeling
4Ever Remodeling
5.0(
361
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Serving Addison, 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

+627

Response time11 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
308
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jacek and his team did a phenomenal job on my basement remodel. I had a 1000 sq-ft unfinished basement and wanted to turn it into livable space. Jacek and his team did a phenomenal job my space into to a master bedroom ensuite with a full bath. They were exceptional in performing the the required tasks in terms of professionalism, quality, cleanliness, attention to detail, and responsiveness. I would definitely recommend them to any one."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Grandview Construction, Inc.
Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
30
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Jeremy to finish our basement and we couldn't be happier. He was always up front and communicative. He offered great suggestions and went above and beyond to make our basement perfect! It's nice to have a dependable and knowledgeable contractor we can call for future needs. Jeremy will be out go to for anything we need done moving forward!!"
Finished Product
Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for JS Precise Remodeling
JS Precise Remodeling
5.0(
41
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jerry remodeled my basement last year before I sold my house. Also painted living room and dining room and replaced light fixture. He and his partner were courteous, hard-working and neat. They did a great job. My house sold in 3 days-I think partly because of the good work Jerry did."
WOODRIGE
STREAMWOOD
SCHAUMBURG
CHICAGO
bifor

+55

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for NEW EXPECTATION REMODELING LLC
NEW EXPECTATION REMODELING LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are 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. Please give us a call today!

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+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
J T General Contracting
4.5(
614
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim was always professional and paid attention to both detail and price. We now have a beautiful tile floor in the basement. and the walls and ceiling have never looked better. We had some additional water problems during the job and he helped us solve them."
North side
Deck with sealer
No sealer
Profile
Front view before sealer applied

+35

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for DAL Builders
DAL Builders
4.8(
244
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We used DAL to remodel our basement. They were very communicative, stuck to their timelines and flexible when our needs changed. We also appreciate that they proposed workarounds and offered us economical options. High quality work. We'd use them again."
Kitchen project
Remodeling - General Project
Porch project
Remodeling - General Project
Kitchen project

+47

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Go Easy Construction
5.0(
11
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for KSRP Construction, Inc.
KSRP Construction, Inc.
4.7(
16
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Russ was very helpful, professional and trustworthy. His staff was professional and really respectful of our property. They did an amazing job! We are pleased with the outcome. We now have a beautiful functioning basement. Will definitely refer to friends and family."
Lockport Flip
Kankakee
Kankakee
Amli Apartments
Home Burnt

+503

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Pizzo Tile
Pizzo Tile
5.0(
25
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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Antonio did a fantastic job on our bathroom remodel! The finished product looks amazing, very pleased with the work. I already booked Antonio to do another bathroom remodel in our home early next year!"
Tile and stone
Tile and stone
Tile and stone
Tile and stone
Tile and stone

+40

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Addison, IL

Finishing a basement turns unused square footage into livable space and returns up to 70% of what you spend when you sell your home. Beyond that resale boost, you gain a playroom, home office, or guest suite you can start enjoying right away. That mix of daily comfort and solid return on investment (ROI) makes basement finishing one of the smartest upgrades you can tackle.

In some parts of the country—especially lots on swamps, high water tables, or other wetlands—local codes prohibit basements. Saturated soil puts constant pressure on foundation walls and lets water seep in faster than any sump pump can handle. 

If your property sits on waterlogged ground, building on a slab or crawl space is often safer, more affordable, and code-compliant.

Most basements wrap up in four to eight weeks. Framing takes three to five days, with electrical and plumbing rough-ins following over the next week. Add five days for drywall, two to three for flooring, and another week for paint, trim, and punch-list items. 

Delays can happen if materials run late or your contractor’s calendar is packed, so build in a little cushion when you plan.

Whether a finished basement counts toward your home’s official square footage depends on local rules. Many areas only include below-grade space if it has code-approved egress, fully finished walls, ceilings, and floors, plus consistent heating. 

Check with your local assessor or building department before you start; meeting those standards can affect taxes, appraisals, and resale value.

Building codes require a checklist: dedicated heat and electrical service, a code-approved stairway, and at least one egress window or exterior door. Walls, ceilings, and floors must be fully finished and meet insulation, ventilation, and fire-separation standards. If you add a bedroom, you’ll also need a closet, proper clearances, and safe exits. If you change the layout later, be ready to update the space so every new room still meets today’s code.

The Addison, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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