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A1 Quality Construction Services, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The guys were fantastic. Our basement turned out great. They were very flexible even when we were a bit fickle. We plan on hiring them again for other home projects."
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+25

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I'm Justin and I'm always prepared to go that extra mile to make it right and keep it looking good,safe and you happy. very well rounded in most forms and types of home repairs, remodels and services.such as carpentry, plumbing,light electrical, ceiling fan bath vents, excavation land grading, retaining walls,fences and much more.

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MidAmerica Basement Systems
4.5(
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Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Exceptional service, very professional, very knowledgeable and honest from the initial contact to finishing the job! Very impressed with this company! My basement now looks great as they sealed the cracks to reduce the radon levels and lined the walls."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
P & M Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Townsend contacted me in a timely manner and adjusted his schedule to meet the tight time constraints we are under with our purchase contract. He examined the exterior and interior of the basement and went through exactly what would need to be done. He was a pleasure to work with and if we are able to reach an agreement on the home we will be contacting him to do the work. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Steven Grant Construction
4.9(
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Serving Chillicothe, 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
Kern Construction And Remodeling LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Kern Construction & Remodeling provides a wide range of services and goes beyond remodeling. We do new construction, we specialize in tile work and offer free estimates and design services. Our team consists of Terry Kern, who has over 30 years experience to offer to our clientele, his wife Sheri, who has over 10 years of cabinet design experience and also will consult with clients and help with their project along with a tile and carpentry team to get your project done in a timely manner. Our team will always go the extra mile to make sure our clients are completely satisfied!

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Chillicothe, 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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