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Avatar for Matrix Basement Finishing
Matrix Basement Finishing
3050 N Kennicott Ave
4.56(
269
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Approved Pro
Matrix Basement Finishing
3050 N Kennicott Ave
4.56(
269
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
293 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

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.

"We recently had our entire basement finished by Matrix Basements, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results! The entire process was smooth, professional, and stayed right on schedule. Rodrigo, our carpenter, did incredible work. His craftsmanship and attention to detail really brought everything together beautifully. Ben, our project manager, was fantastic at keeping everything running seamlessly. He was always communicative and made sure we were in the loop every step of the way. The whole team was timely, professional, and clearly committed to delivering a high-quality result. We’re beyond pleased with how everything turned out and can’t wait to start using and enjoying our new space. Highly recommend Matrix Basements! "

Chris B on May 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.

"We recently had our entire basement finished by Matrix Basements, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results! The entire process was smooth, professional, and stayed right on schedule. Rodrigo, our carpenter, did incredible work. His craftsmanship and attention to detail really brought everything together beautifully. Ben, our project manager, was fantastic at keeping everything running seamlessly. He was always communicative and made sure we were in the loop every step of the way. The whole team was timely, professional, and clearly committed to delivering a high-quality result. We’re beyond pleased with how everything turned out and can’t wait to start using and enjoying our new space. Highly recommend Matrix Basements! "

Chris B on May 2025


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Century City Baths
712 Thomas Drive
4.58(
19
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Approved Pro
Century City Baths
712 Thomas Drive
4.58(
19
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Terrific value
1672 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Century City Baths is your one stop shop for all your bathroom remodel needs. Whether it's a tub to shower conversion, or an update to a moldy or out of date tub/shower system, or a full gut to your bathroom, we are the complete turn-key solution. Using only the highest quality and most durable materials we are able to design a bathroom that will truly last a lifetime and eliminate most maintenance. Our design consultants work hand-in-hand with our customers to make their dreams come true. Our production team works as a team with you and your design consultant to make the process as quick and efficient as possible. Serving all of Chicagoland, our business model has always been that the best customer is the one that is the most educated. That is why all of our estimates are free of charge and are good for a full calendar year. We are confident that the quality, design, longevity, and above all, affordability will make us a no-brainer to every customer. Book your no-obligation, completely free of charge consultation today, and you can have the bathroom of your dreams too!

"Great response & customer service."

Betty L on June 2024

Century City Baths is your one stop shop for all your bathroom remodel needs. Whether it's a tub to shower conversion, or an update to a moldy or out of date tub/shower system, or a full gut to your bathroom, we are the complete turn-key solution. Using only the highest quality and most durable materials we are able to design a bathroom that will truly last a lifetime and eliminate most maintenance. Our design consultants work hand-in-hand with our customers to make their dreams come true. Our production team works as a team with you and your design consultant to make the process as quick and efficient as possible. Serving all of Chicagoland, our business model has always been that the best customer is the one that is the most educated. That is why all of our estimates are free of charge and are good for a full calendar year. We are confident that the quality, design, longevity, and above all, affordability will make us a no-brainer to every customer. Book your no-obligation, completely free of charge consultation today, and you can have the bathroom of your dreams too!

"Great response & customer service."

Betty L on June 2024


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Custom Remodeling Specialists
20550 S LaGrange Rd
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Custom Remodeling Specialists
20550 S LaGrange Rd
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
623 local quotes requested

As a family owned and operated local business since 1986, we are committed to excellence and dedicated to the highest quality workmanship. With just getting started on Angi, we look forward to servicing the Angi customer with high quality workmanship, service, and outstanding pricing. Our work has been appreciated by homeowners and businesses in communities throughout the greater Chicagoland area for 39 years. Our desire is to always do the right thing for you. We have maintained the highest A+ BBB rating as an accredited business with the Chicago Better Business Bureau. We thank you for the opportunity to be your home improvement specialist and to give you 100% confidence that you are dealing with a company of the highest integrity in the service we provide. Our Mission : We remodel homes with careful attention to detail, good pricing, and a pleasant experience for our customers.

"Dean and his team were great to work with. They understood our vision with our basement reno from the beginning and made it a realty. Their crew was very professional, always communicated well and does really good work. They also were the lowest quote out of the three I received! Great quality and value."

eric r on January 2025

As a family owned and operated local business since 1986, we are committed to excellence and dedicated to the highest quality workmanship. With just getting started on Angi, we look forward to servicing the Angi customer with high quality workmanship, service, and outstanding pricing. Our work has been appreciated by homeowners and businesses in communities throughout the greater Chicagoland area for 39 years. Our desire is to always do the right thing for you. We have maintained the highest A+ BBB rating as an accredited business with the Chicago Better Business Bureau. We thank you for the opportunity to be your home improvement specialist and to give you 100% confidence that you are dealing with a company of the highest integrity in the service we provide. Our Mission : We remodel homes with careful attention to detail, good pricing, and a pleasant experience for our customers.

"Dean and his team were great to work with. They understood our vision with our basement reno from the beginning and made it a realty. Their crew was very professional, always communicated well and does really good work. They also were the lowest quote out of the three I received! Great quality and value."

eric r on January 2025


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JV Painting & Remodeling
21 Macarthur Drive
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
JV Painting & Remodeling
21 Macarthur Drive
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1024 local quotes requested

Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Jaime has done a number of jobs including painting the entire house, building a deck from scratch, building a banquette, electrical and plumbing. Every job turned out great and Jaime and his crew are very neat and meticulous"

Jeff I on June 2024

Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Jaime has done a number of jobs including painting the entire house, building a deck from scratch, building a banquette, electrical and plumbing. Every job turned out great and Jaime and his crew are very neat and meticulous"

Jeff I on June 2024


Q M R Remodeling
17439 Woodbrook Ln
4.76(
46
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Approved Pro
Q M R Remodeling
17439 Woodbrook Ln
4.76(
46
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
437 local quotes requested

We have completed hundreds of home improvement projects in our twenty six years of business. Reach out by phone or visit our website to schedule a consultation. Thanks!

"Jeff had done beautiful work at my parents house so I was excited to use him for a kitchen remodel in my first home. He is always friendly, professional, and responsive. He can handle any kind of issue that may arise, such as the need to move an unexpected vent. For our kitchen he tore down a pantry closet and the soffit, installed new flooring, cabinets, backsplash, shelving, range hood, lighting. He has great recommendations and his attention to detail is impeccable. We highly recommend Jeff and his team for your project!"

Amy S on March 2025

We have completed hundreds of home improvement projects in our twenty six years of business. Reach out by phone or visit our website to schedule a consultation. Thanks!

"Jeff had done beautiful work at my parents house so I was excited to use him for a kitchen remodel in my first home. He is always friendly, professional, and responsive. He can handle any kind of issue that may arise, such as the need to move an unexpected vent. For our kitchen he tore down a pantry closet and the soffit, installed new flooring, cabinets, backsplash, shelving, range hood, lighting. He has great recommendations and his attention to detail is impeccable. We highly recommend Jeff and his team for your project!"

Amy S on March 2025


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ARROWHEAD BRICK PAVERS
2800 S Cannonball Trl
4.72(
131
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Approved Pro
ARROWHEAD BRICK PAVERS
2800 S Cannonball Trl
4.72(
131
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
1660 local quotes requested

*Please note we do NOT offer repair services* *We install CUSTOM pergolas and pavilions we do NOT assemble store bought ones* * Please note we are not masonary Arrowhead Brick Pavers Inc. is an experienced company that takes great pride in our superior custom hardscape installations. Our experienced staff will help bring custom designs and quality installations to each and every customer. We install over 200,000 square feet of pavers every year and have over 35 years in hardscape installations. We are backed by Unilock and are considered one of their top residential installers as well as an authorized Weber dealer. All of our work is fully guaranteed. We are also a complaint free member of the Better Business Bureau with hundreds of satisfied customers. We sincerely look forward to working with you on your custom installation and bringing "outdoor living" to your home. *Please note we do NOT offer repair services*

"They did an excellent job!"

Nicole C on July 2024

*Please note we do NOT offer repair services* *We install CUSTOM pergolas and pavilions we do NOT assemble store bought ones* * Please note we are not masonary Arrowhead Brick Pavers Inc. is an experienced company that takes great pride in our superior custom hardscape installations. Our experienced staff will help bring custom designs and quality installations to each and every customer. We install over 200,000 square feet of pavers every year and have over 35 years in hardscape installations. We are backed by Unilock and are considered one of their top residential installers as well as an authorized Weber dealer. All of our work is fully guaranteed. We are also a complaint free member of the Better Business Bureau with hundreds of satisfied customers. We sincerely look forward to working with you on your custom installation and bringing "outdoor living" to your home. *Please note we do NOT offer repair services*

"They did an excellent job!"

Nicole C on July 2024


Avatar for Envy Home Services, Inc.
Envy Home Services, Inc.
575 S. Arthur Ave
4.86(
108
)
Approved Pro
Envy Home Services, Inc.
575 S. Arthur Ave
4.86(
108
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
301 local quotes requested

Welcome to Envy Home Services, Chicagoland’s trusted designer and installer of All Season Sunrooms, Three Season Sunrooms, Screen Rooms, Patio Covers, Pergolas, Awnings, and more. Homeowners come to Envy for their home improvement needs because they want their project to be completed on time, within budget and worry-free. Our mission starts with designing the right living space just for you. Then, with careful planning, our professional installation team gets to work. The transformation of an underused or unattractive space takes hold before your eyes, and you’ll see the new space just as you imagined. If you’re looking for a sunroom, room addition, Patio Cover or Pergola you’ll love the final product the Envy team will deliver for you. With a focus on personalized service, we’ll design the space and complete the final touches as if it’s our own home. A family-owned, local company, we’ll go the extra mile to earn your business.

"From start to finish working with Envy was terrific! Yancy and Allen were responsive and professional and they pay attention to the details. Our new room is beautiful and we know we'll enjoy it for many years! Thank you!"

Caroline H on May 2025

Welcome to Envy Home Services, Chicagoland’s trusted designer and installer of All Season Sunrooms, Three Season Sunrooms, Screen Rooms, Patio Covers, Pergolas, Awnings, and more. Homeowners come to Envy for their home improvement needs because they want their project to be completed on time, within budget and worry-free. Our mission starts with designing the right living space just for you. Then, with careful planning, our professional installation team gets to work. The transformation of an underused or unattractive space takes hold before your eyes, and you’ll see the new space just as you imagined. If you’re looking for a sunroom, room addition, Patio Cover or Pergola you’ll love the final product the Envy team will deliver for you. With a focus on personalized service, we’ll design the space and complete the final touches as if it’s our own home. A family-owned, local company, we’ll go the extra mile to earn your business.

"From start to finish working with Envy was terrific! Yancy and Allen were responsive and professional and they pay attention to the details. Our new room is beautiful and we know we'll enjoy it for many years! Thank you!"

Caroline H on May 2025


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Budget Construction
5334 N Kedzie Ave Ste 5
3.45(
22
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Approved Pro
Budget Construction
5334 N Kedzie Ave Ste 5
3.45(
22
)
Approved Pro
1399 local quotes requested
50 years of experience

We can answer all of your design, installation and remodeling concerns on custom home improvement. Dealing directly with owners; we will beat any competitive price. Our company was founded in 1976 and has been a family-owned and operated business ever since. Our goal is to make your home remodeling experience enjoyable while allowing you to appreciate the quality of our work for years to come. We provide all types of remodeling projects including kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, roofing, and siding. Basically, anything you need updated and remodeled in your home, we can help. All of your design, installation, and remodeling questions and concerns will be answered by one of our experienced and professional design specialists. At Budget Construction Company, we work directly with homeowners and will beat any legitimate price.

"Budget construction did an amazing job doing my fencing. They communicated were on time and finished the job just in time for summer!"

Isaly B on May 2024

We can answer all of your design, installation and remodeling concerns on custom home improvement. Dealing directly with owners; we will beat any competitive price. Our company was founded in 1976 and has been a family-owned and operated business ever since. Our goal is to make your home remodeling experience enjoyable while allowing you to appreciate the quality of our work for years to come. We provide all types of remodeling projects including kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, roofing, and siding. Basically, anything you need updated and remodeled in your home, we can help. All of your design, installation, and remodeling questions and concerns will be answered by one of our experienced and professional design specialists. At Budget Construction Company, we work directly with homeowners and will beat any legitimate price.

"Budget construction did an amazing job doing my fencing. They communicated were on time and finished the job just in time for summer!"

Isaly B on May 2024


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Luna Lever LLC
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Luna Lever LLC
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2685 local quotes requested

At Luna Lever LLC, we're a team with over 30 years of experience in railroad maintenance, concrete, demolition, and excavation services. We also provide landscape and snow removal services. We offer a wide range of maintenance and construction services in Northwest, Indiana and Chicagoland demolition excavation construction demolition concrete excavation landscape snow removal maintenance and construction

"Very well! Couple ofrainy days however, they were very professional, friendly and kept me updated on status of work."

Michael S on September 2024

At Luna Lever LLC, we're a team with over 30 years of experience in railroad maintenance, concrete, demolition, and excavation services. We also provide landscape and snow removal services. We offer a wide range of maintenance and construction services in Northwest, Indiana and Chicagoland demolition excavation construction demolition concrete excavation landscape snow removal maintenance and construction

"Very well! Couple ofrainy days however, they were very professional, friendly and kept me updated on status of work."

Michael S on September 2024


J T General Contracting
141 Woodside Rd
4.45(
662
)
Approved Pro
J T General Contracting
141 Woodside Rd
4.45(
662
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
2825 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

Owner-operated. Uses subs for plumbing & roofing. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service fees may apply. May contact through email or cell phone

"I have been in construction for nearly 50 years, so I have developed a keen eye for quality craftsmanship. Our project was no small project, so there was a genuine concern that the right company be hired to do our project. After reading J T General Contracting's reviews, I reached out to Jim for an estimate. Again, as I stated earlier, I have been involved in construction for nearly 50 years, so when a contractor shows up for an estimate when he stated that he would, that is a good first step. In talking with Jim about our project, it didn't take long for me to realize that he knows what he is talking about and how our project should be approach. After interviewing two other contractors, it was a no brainer to go with J T General Contractors. Our project just completed today, and I can state that from the demolition of our existing deck, to the layout and installation of piers, Posts, Joists, Trex Composite Deck (with stairs and raised platform for the Spa) and composite Railings, I could not find one flaw in his workmanship. Jim takes a great deal of pride in the work that he is installing and demands that from his employees as well. Secondly, Jim has excellent communication skills, not only in responding to phone calls or text messages, but explaining what he will be doing each step of the way. I would have no problem referring J T General Contracting to family and friends and will be using Jim for our future projects."

Bill H on July 2020

Owner-operated. Uses subs for plumbing & roofing. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service fees may apply. May contact through email or cell phone

"I have been in construction for nearly 50 years, so I have developed a keen eye for quality craftsmanship. Our project was no small project, so there was a genuine concern that the right company be hired to do our project. After reading J T General Contracting's reviews, I reached out to Jim for an estimate. Again, as I stated earlier, I have been involved in construction for nearly 50 years, so when a contractor shows up for an estimate when he stated that he would, that is a good first step. In talking with Jim about our project, it didn't take long for me to realize that he knows what he is talking about and how our project should be approach. After interviewing two other contractors, it was a no brainer to go with J T General Contractors. Our project just completed today, and I can state that from the demolition of our existing deck, to the layout and installation of piers, Posts, Joists, Trex Composite Deck (with stairs and raised platform for the Spa) and composite Railings, I could not find one flaw in his workmanship. Jim takes a great deal of pride in the work that he is installing and demands that from his employees as well. Secondly, Jim has excellent communication skills, not only in responding to phone calls or text messages, but explaining what he will be doing each step of the way. I would have no problem referring J T General Contracting to family and friends and will be using Jim for our future projects."

Bill H on July 2020

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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