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Chi Renovation & Design, LLC
4.5(
160
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Serving Cragin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We requested an estimate for remodeling our unfinished basement. Though we ultimately went with another firm, I give this company an A for their quick response to my call. I sent my design to them via email and a contractor arrived within a couple of days to discuss the project. A detailed proposal was emailed within a couple of days and the price was within our budget. I would recommend this company be included if one is looking for a thoughtful proposal from an experienced contractor."
Chicago South Loop Kitchen Remodeling
Chicago South Loop Kitchen Remodeling
Chicago South Loop Kitchen Remodeling
Amy's Kitchen
Amy's Kitchen

+42

Recommended by89%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.0(
96
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Serving Cragin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"I can't say enough about A P Builders and how absolutely wonderful they have been from start to finish. We completely gutted and remodeled our home and Angelo was upfront, honest, timely, and everything that was contracted was done to perfection. We had crew there every day from start to finish. He started on time and finished on time. Any change orders were handled professionally and solutions were found for any unforeseen challenges due to the age of my home. I highly recommend AP Builders for any of your home improvement needs."
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Budget Construction Co.
4.1(
61
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Serving Cragin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I requested a full bath remodel. I am very satisfied with the end product. I would recommend Budget Construction because of the professional of the salesperson and work crew, timeliness in completion and value of the project, and the availability of the crew manager's attention to detail and his willingness to honor any request that I made."
Wrigley Porch Build
Foundation - Siding
Concrete Foundation
Full Gut Rehab
Response time5 days
109 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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U.S. Home Services
4.8(
84
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Serving Cragin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BASEMENT FINISHING We fully finished our basement plumbing, electric, flooring, everything and honestly, we couldn’t be happier. It turned out beautiful. The crew was awesome to work with super professional, respectful, and they paid attention to every little detail. I’ve dealt with contractors before, but this team really stood out. They were on time, communicated well, and made sure we were happy every step of the way. Not to sound cliche, but if I could give them 10 stars, I would. Highly recommend them if you’re thinking about doing any kind of basement work. It came out even better than we expected"
BASEMENT FINISH
BASEMENT
BASEMENT
BASEMENT
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OCP Construction, Inc
4.3(
55
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Serving Cragin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired OCP Construction for a couple of projects: Finishing the Basement with a family room, office, bathroom, kitchenette, and laundry room and the second project remodeling the attic. We can not thank enough the company owners, management, and especially their best crew who transformed and made significant changes to our living spaces and our living environment. From the day we met with James and Jay, we felt very confident in our choice of company for our projects. Respectful, polite, professional, knowledgeable, dedicated, hard-working, responsible, dependable, you name any good qualities and all we can apply to OCP construction and their crew who were very punctual and completed all work in the terms it was promised. I will recommend the company to anyone who is looking for great quality and honest services. Thank you very much OCP Construction and we definitely will be using your services again in the future. Thank you for your business!"
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Before photo of bathrub
Master bathroom Shower
Before photo of hallway bathtub
before picture of hallway bathroom vanity

+115

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RC Brothers Construction, LLC
5.0(
28
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Serving Cragin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"RC Brothers Construction, LLC framed portion of our basement walls in July. Claudiu and his partner did a wonderful job. They were punctual talented and qualified."
Dining room before
Dining room work in progress
Completed Dining Room
Complete bathroom remodel
Shower remodel

+350

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Budget Construction
3.3(
24
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Serving Cragin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did a good job, but he did fail to properly fix a door the way that I had asked for it to be done. Other than that it was a good experience and he did an excellent job! I Definitely would recommend him to others!"
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Cragin, 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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