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Stefan Construction, Inc.
5.0(
74
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Serving Carpentersville, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Stefan Construction, led by David Szlachta, to finish our basement, and the results exceeded our expectations. From the first consultation to the final walk-through, the entire project was handled with exceptional professionalism and care. David brought creative ideas that elevated our design—he listened to our needs, offered smart solutions, and executed every detail with precision. The craftsmanship is outstanding, blending style and functionality perfectly. Communication was excellent throughout; David kept us informed on timelines, progress, and next steps, making the process seamless. His team was punctual, respectful, and maintained a tidy workspace daily. It’s clear they take pride in their work and value customer satisfaction. We’re thrilled with our new basement and highly recommend Stefan Construction and David Szlachta for their skill, reliability, and dedication to quality. I would highly recommend Stefan Construction for any home improvement project."
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Elgin Project
Elgin Project 2
Elgin Project Workout Area
Naperville Project

+46

Response time3 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.2(
89
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Serving Carpentersville, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"Our experience with AP Builder was great. Angelo was very knowledgeable and professional, keeping us informed every step of the way. This was a big important project for our home and I am extremely happy with how it came out! The cost was very reasonable and there were no surprises, everything was open and honest. I would definitely use them again and recommend to friends and family. Thank you AP!"
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stoffel's Restoration and Construction
4.9(
8
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Serving Carpentersville, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brandon was absolutely a pro on every level. He cleaned up his area at the end every day and always left the work area safe. He showed up when he said he would. He keep us updated on the project as he went along. His quality of work- Wow! Second to none. I will hire Brandon for all my other various projects."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
My Property Masters
4.3(
158
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Serving Carpentersville, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The handyman, Paul, was punctual, professional and did quality work. He replaced the small section of my wood soffit that had water damage with new wood, painted it and caulked. He cleaned up the area when he was done. Paul also re-secured several of my window shutters that had loose screws. He spray painted the screw caps to match the color of my shutters. "
Response time8 hrs
360 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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AB GENERAL REMODELING SERVICES, INC.
4.6(
12
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Serving Carpentersville, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arrived on time, set up quickly and painted my living/dining room, kitchen and stairwell. This included ceilings over nine feet. No spot of paint discoloration and no paint droppings on the trim. Finished and cleaned in a timely manner. Highly recommend!!"
Luxury Bathroom Remodel
Luxury Bathroom Remodel
Luxury Bathroom Remodel
Luxury Bathroom Remodel
Luxury Bathroom Remodel

+12

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Grub, Inc.
4.6(
10
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Serving Carpentersville, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tim was very knowledgeable when I first met him provided him with details of the project. I received a quote within 48 hours with details of the project and total cost. Their pricing beat out the quotes I have received my other companies (~$4000 cheaper). My wife and I decided to go with Grub Inc. They put us on the schedule. On the first day, the workers were over an hour late. I had to reach out to Mary to see where they were. She apologized for the inconvenience I told her it was not a big deal. Besides the rough start, the workers did a good job with the demolition and putting up the Dura Rock. The started in the shower with the tiling. After they finished left for the day, when I looked at what they had done, I noticed that they did not put the shower shelves in did not put tile all the way to the wall. I mentioned it to Mary who relayed it to the workers. Next morning, the workers told me they were not told about installing the shower shelves installing the tile all the way to the corner of the wall. They fixed their mistake and then completed tiling around the tub. Following 2 days was when they tiled the floor and grouted everything. After the work was completed dried for 24 hours, I went to review their work. A couple of things popped out: 1. The tiles that created the edge were very uneven between each other (1/8th inch off). I took a picture with a ruler and sent it over to Mary. She told me that caulk would fix the issue based on what one of the workers told her. Unfortunately, it did not fix the issue. 2. There was a gap/hole from the toilet tile. The workers would have seen this when they reinstalled the toilet. 3. Workers grouted where floor tile met the tub shower and wall tile met with the tub shower. The grouted start to break peel after a week. 4. When the workers installed the shower shelves, they created a bigger hole then they should which led them to use a lot of grout to fix their mistake. Because there was so much grout being used, the grout has been breaking since day one. 5. Two tiles started to come up. One of those tiles cracked. I brought all these issues up provided multiple pictures to Mary. Her response was that if we used a Schumer L Trim the issues around the shower tub would not have occurred. However, Tim is willing to fix the issue for free with installing pencil trim (labor was free I had to pay for the pencil trim.) She also said the other issues that I brought up would be fixed. Today, Tim another worker came to install the pencil trim and resolve the other issues. They only fixed 2 of the 5 issues stated above. Issue 1 Installed the pencil trim (half assed it will provide more detail below) and Issue 5 Replaced cracked tile loose tile). No response to the other 3 issues. I have decided to deal with those 3 issues myself. I will also need to fix the issue that occurred with the pencil trim installation. 1.They did a good job installing the pencil trim besides the corners around the bath tub. Very unprofessional. Worker cut the tiles for the corners at a 45-degree angle, but 2 of the corners the 45-degree angles are facing each other to make a triangle instead of it being cut so they can be laid on top of each other to make a smoother look. The other 2 corners were done cut correctly but some discrepancies so they do not fit smoothly together. Overall, I am dissatisfied with Grub Inc lack of professionalism quality. I would not recommend them to do anyone work."
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Wood floor
Family Room
Bathroom Remodel

+20

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area
4.2(
45
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Serving Carpentersville, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Entire Matrix team was great to work with, professionals all the way around, explained every single details of the project and kept us up to date with the builder app where they post everything from demolition, framming, plumbing, electrical and pictures of the entire process from start to finish."
Basement Remodel
Speak Easy Basement
Matrix Plans 1
Living Room
Before Basement Finishing

+92

43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Carpentersville, 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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