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IntegraBuild
5.0(
61
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Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Customers say: Quick response

"This is a great company. Garrett and his entire crew were pleasant and very easy to work with. They were prompt and always let me know when they would arrive and what they would be doing that day. They worked continually until the job was done. The project was absolutely perfect in every way. I will definitely use them again for my next project."
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Deck with gazebo
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Family room addition
Family room addition

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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Werkman Builders
4.9(
11
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Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were at my house within four hours. My mailbox was knocked down and it was important for me to get my mail. He had it repaired and replaced within two days. He poured concrete in this weather and dug deep. We happily work with this group again"
Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
5.0(
8
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Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roger is a great guy and his crew did a wonderful job remediating our flooding issues by putting in drainage systems that divert water around our house for some very serious flooding issues. They also installed a sidewalk to divert water and a drainage system under the sidewalk. They worked very hard and they were very courteous and kind."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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APEX Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sam is easy to work with and my patio looks great! He reached out right away and maintained consistent communication with me. He answered all of my questions and completed my patio project very quickly. He even adjusted my fence afterwards. I would highly recommend Apex Construction!"
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Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Steven Grant Construction
4.9(
18
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Serving Bloomington, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was done properly and when some additional jobs were added, Mr Grant went out of his way to get subcontractor's in to fix the added jobs promptly. I was very happy with the results and would recommend Steven Grant Construction to anyone who needed a prompt quote and a properly done job. He took the extra steps to finish my job within the quote so I stayed on budget."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Bloomington, 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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