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MidAmerica Basement Systems
4.5(
140
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Serving Apple River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you have an emergency do not call this company. Contacted in September, consultant came first of Octoberand down payment for work was made. Mid- January and only half the job done. While Adao Natario was an excellent professional and did a great job sealing up the wall cracks in the basement,my disappointment with the Company in general is emense. Adao listened to my concerns and I’ll wait to see if the Company responds with appropriate work on the sump pump and discharge issue if they ever show up. Meanwhile, I am surrounded by water in the yard and just hope the sump pump in basement keeps working. Price below reflect only crack repair."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
DONOVAN CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
5.0(
4
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Serving Apple River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>The work went exceptionally well,  The cost was somewhat higher because there was a need to break up concrete floor in basement for a drain pipe and then re-cement the floor.  Also, wood trim was replaced on floors, the bathroom painted and a new door with hardware installed.</p> <p><br></p> <p>We are exceptionally pleased with professionalism of Rob and his friendliness.  He all helped in a non=associated minor electrical task with no charge.</p> <p><br></p> <p>This is my son's home and my son had Rob do more remodeling work in his upstairs bathroom.  My son was exceptionally pleased with the work and with Rob.  My son has 3 children (2 toddlers) and Rob was able to adjust his work and schedule to accommodate the "family".</p>"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Erie Construction Midwest Inc
3.8(
78
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Serving Apple River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome, salesperson was well knowledged on product. The men who did all the work on removing the old roof and putting the new one on, were very polite and prompt. They also did a fantastic job on cleaning up after the work was done, Five Stars, from beginning to end, with my whole experience with Erie Construction!"
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Born Again Interiors
4.3(
12
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Serving Apple River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"esInitially it started out well but as is typical in this industry, things start to fall off.  He is able to do most phases of construction but prefers trimwork.  The scope of work that we had didn't fit where he wanted to be.  If it was a single job that he was being hired for, I think he would be good.  He did good work but we do a lot of custom stuff and that throws our subs off sometimes.  Super nice guy and I felt that he was trustworthy. <br />"
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Hagerman Construction
5.0(
3
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Serving Apple River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary showed up when he said he would and worked very hard each day until the job was finished as quoted. All scrap material was taken away each day and site was left cleaner than when he arrived.  This house was a Victorian built in 1929 and he built the porch as if it looked when built and we could not be more pleased.  Work was outstanding and we recommend him to everyone who ask who did the work. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ARMORED FLOORS INC
4.7(
18
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Serving Apple River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I dealt with Tammy, who is the owner of the company.  After some initial difficulties in connecting and getting a time setup to complete an estimate, she was excellent.  She was very helpful in explaining the different options for our basement and brought with her 2 x 2 ft examples of the actual epoxy finishes.  We initially thought we were going to do a concrete stain finish, but after seeing the epoxy's marble-like appearance, we decided to go with it instead.  Their prices were also much cheaper than the 4 other companies we talked to (less than half the price).  We are very pleased with the floor and wouldn't hesitate to use them again.  Highly recommended! <br />"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Fivestone Foundations
4.0(
18
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Serving Apple River, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>As with the previous poster, the main problem we had with FiveStone was communication. Ryan came out and estimated the job (and was very nice, according to my husband), and we sent a deposit of one-third. We were told they were coming Oct. 1, which was several weeks after the initial estimate. We had to call to find out they wouldn't be coming until Oct. 12 The job took parts of three or four days, but the frustration came in being told they were coming, and then not having them show up or call at all and having to track them down repeatedly over the course the week or so that they were on the job. I'm lucky I was home recovering from surgery, because if I had had to take off work to do this, I would had a tough time of it.</p> <p>The workers worked very hard while they were here, but came without some needed supplies and kept asking to borrow our things to do the work (tarps, cardboard, stepladder, box fan, turkey baster to put water in the crack, broom, vacuum, etc.), which also bothered me. They did go out and get plastic sheeting and rags. While they did tarp off the immediate area they were working on, they didn't cover anything else in the room; as a result, everything was completely covered with epoxy dust. They did ultimately clean a lot of it on the last day, but there's still a lot of cleaning for us to do. </p> <p>I'm frustrated because I found the workers nice and hardworking, as well as the staff in the office and I want to rate them higher. I kept hearing about a car accident or accidents people in their company had had as excuses why they were late or didn't have supplies or hadn't called when they promised they would. I'm truly sorry there were accidents, but I just wanted someone to be honest with me about the schedule and keep me up to date. I hope they can get this communication issue solved.</p> <br />"
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Apple River, 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.

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