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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.

4.97(
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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.

4.97(
64
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
132 local quotes requested

Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc. is a family owned business by two brothers that love to create customers imaginations into realities. We as Top Bros Construction do all kind of interior remodeling in people's homes. From remodeling your bathrooms into master bathrooms or having the nicest kitchen you ever picture. We also install all hard surface floors starting from vinyl planks, laminate, vct tile, hardwood, engineer hardwood, ceramics. We refinishing and varnish hardwood floors as well as stairs and handrails. Were love to help our customers go thru the whole experience in a great matter of order and completion.

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Stunning Refinish – Highly Recommend! I couldn't be happier with the way our hardwood floors turned out! We had some old, torn-up floors that honestly looked like they were beyond saving—but the transformation is unbelievable. After the refinishing, they look like brand new floors, absolutely gorgeous, with a smooth, rich finish that completely elevates the look of our home. Not only was the quality of the work exceptional, but the price was also more than fair—especially considering the results. On top of that, they were incredibly professional: they showed up 15 minutes early, ready to work, and clearly take pride in what they do. It’s rare to find that kind of reliability and craftsmanship these days. If you're thinking about getting your hardwood floors redone, do it—and call these folks. I can't recommend them enough!"

shane m on July 2025

Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc. is a family owned business by two brothers that love to create customers imaginations into realities. We as Top Bros Construction do all kind of interior remodeling in people's homes. From remodeling your bathrooms into master bathrooms or having the nicest kitchen you ever picture. We also install all hard surface floors starting from vinyl planks, laminate, vct tile, hardwood, engineer hardwood, ceramics. We refinishing and varnish hardwood floors as well as stairs and handrails. Were love to help our customers go thru the whole experience in a great matter of order and completion.

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Stunning Refinish – Highly Recommend! I couldn't be happier with the way our hardwood floors turned out! We had some old, torn-up floors that honestly looked like they were beyond saving—but the transformation is unbelievable. After the refinishing, they look like brand new floors, absolutely gorgeous, with a smooth, rich finish that completely elevates the look of our home. Not only was the quality of the work exceptional, but the price was also more than fair—especially considering the results. On top of that, they were incredibly professional: they showed up 15 minutes early, ready to work, and clearly take pride in what they do. It’s rare to find that kind of reliability and craftsmanship these days. If you're thinking about getting your hardwood floors redone, do it—and call these folks. I can't recommend them enough!"

shane m on July 2025

BOZ Construction, Inc.

5.00(
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BOZ Construction, Inc.

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

BOZ CONSTRUCTION INC proudly serves it's customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Boz Construction is my go-to contractor for repairs and renos on my condo. They've repainted many of my rooms, and have done a complete remodel of my lower level living room to divide it and add a bedroom - the attention to detail is so good that you can't tell that it wasn't part of the original construction. They have also managed other minor repairs to my unit and some bigger maintenance projects for my condo building itself. While they might be more expensive than their competitors, what I've learned in this sector is that you get what you pay for and with Boz, it's been worth it."

Marcus D on August 2023

BOZ CONSTRUCTION INC proudly serves it's customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Boz Construction is my go-to contractor for repairs and renos on my condo. They've repainted many of my rooms, and have done a complete remodel of my lower level living room to divide it and add a bedroom - the attention to detail is so good that you can't tell that it wasn't part of the original construction. They have also managed other minor repairs to my unit and some bigger maintenance projects for my condo building itself. While they might be more expensive than their competitors, what I've learned in this sector is that you get what you pay for and with Boz, it's been worth it."

Marcus D on August 2023

SDS Construction, LLC

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SDS Construction, LLC

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20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

IWD Development Corp.

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IWD Development Corp.

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20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Belmont Builders

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Belmont Builders

4.92(
192
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

Your satisfaction as a client is our top priority. We use the highest quality products and ensure the most accurate craftsmanship. Use Belmont Builders to get the project done right. 8AM-8PM Only.

"They were very professional. Adam was very professional and patient with all my questions. He went an extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the results . I would be happy to refer his company. "

Glenda W on November 2025

Your satisfaction as a client is our top priority. We use the highest quality products and ensure the most accurate craftsmanship. Use Belmont Builders to get the project done right. 8AM-8PM Only.

"They were very professional. Adam was very professional and patient with all my questions. He went an extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the results . I would be happy to refer his company. "

Glenda W on November 2025

JVNA Solution, LLC

5.00(
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JVNA Solution, LLC

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"The crew was very professional. Started the job and they made progress every day exactly to my request. They showed me different options and ideas which I appreciated. The job was done quickly, within schedule, and at a reasonable cost, and with great quality. I would hire them again for further work on my home and I will recommend them to anyone because of their hard work!"

Andre x on August 2021

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"The crew was very professional. Started the job and they made progress every day exactly to my request. They showed me different options and ideas which I appreciated. The job was done quickly, within schedule, and at a reasonable cost, and with great quality. I would hire them again for further work on my home and I will recommend them to anyone because of their hard work!"

Andre x on August 2021

All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
33
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All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
33
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

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Forty Eight Oaks

5.00(
3
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Forty Eight Oaks

5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They refinished the basement for me, and I would absolutely recommend them based on the work done. He did great work, followed up, polite and easy to deal with. I recommend him without hesitation."

Bob G on October 2020

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"They refinished the basement for me, and I would absolutely recommend them based on the work done. He did great work, followed up, polite and easy to deal with. I recommend him without hesitation."

Bob G on October 2020

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Callahan Custom Remodeling Co.

5.00(
5
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Callahan Custom Remodeling Co.

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Finished the basement promptly; professional team kept me updated on his progress and priced reasonably. Would hire again. Also installed doors; very happy with our outcome. "

Deborah W on November 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Finished the basement promptly; professional team kept me updated on his progress and priced reasonably. Would hire again. Also installed doors; very happy with our outcome. "

Deborah W on November 2025

J. Home Construction Services, Inc.

4.15(
15
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J. Home Construction Services, Inc.

4.15(
15
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
40 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

J. Home Construction Services, Inc. is the area's premiere residential remodeling company, specializing in an area of expertise for all of home improvement needs. We have decades of experience in the industry and are considered by many to be masters withing our trade. Regardless of the size and scope of your project, we ensure it will be done on time, withing budget, and to your exacting specifications. We will also treat your property with the same degree of care and consideration that we utilize when working upon our own personal properties. We pride ourselves upon attention to detail, quality craftsmanship, and outstanding customer service. Don't hesitate to call us today for an initial consultation, as we're anxiously awaiting your next project!

"I had J Home Construction come in to remodel bathroom tub and surround. They took out the tub and tile and put in a shower base and re-tiled the walls. They were not to relocate the shower handle, but the worker started. They told me it had to be replaced and did so. Unfortunately, they installed it, left a leak and walled up the leak. I found the carpet on the other side of the shower wall wet. I tried twice to have them come back to fix the issue before securing another company to fix the leak. It has been almost a year and this company is not answering mail, calls, or knocks on the door. I advised that I would be taking them to small claims and they are simply avoiding contact. Buyer beware."

steve m on December 2016

J. Home Construction Services, Inc. is the area's premiere residential remodeling company, specializing in an area of expertise for all of home improvement needs. We have decades of experience in the industry and are considered by many to be masters withing our trade. Regardless of the size and scope of your project, we ensure it will be done on time, withing budget, and to your exacting specifications. We will also treat your property with the same degree of care and consideration that we utilize when working upon our own personal properties. We pride ourselves upon attention to detail, quality craftsmanship, and outstanding customer service. Don't hesitate to call us today for an initial consultation, as we're anxiously awaiting your next project!

"I had J Home Construction come in to remodel bathroom tub and surround. They took out the tub and tile and put in a shower base and re-tiled the walls. They were not to relocate the shower handle, but the worker started. They told me it had to be replaced and did so. Unfortunately, they installed it, left a leak and walled up the leak. I found the carpet on the other side of the shower wall wet. I tried twice to have them come back to fix the issue before securing another company to fix the leak. It has been almost a year and this company is not answering mail, calls, or knocks on the door. I advised that I would be taking them to small claims and they are simply avoiding contact. Buyer beware."

steve m on December 2016

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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