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Avatar for Steele Home Remodeling LLC
Steele Home Remodeling LLC
4.7(
33
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Serving Cross Plains, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Work done with excellence and faster than expected.  I had ceiling lights replaced and needed someone to mud and paint to cover up the holes left behind. <br />"
Peaceful soaking tub with gold fixtures
Elegant and simple design
Double Bathroom Remodel
Mediterranean style kitchen
Living / Entertainment space

+52

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Complete Handyman
5.0(
21
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Serving Cross Plains, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our basement was previously finished in the 1970's, but the quality of the work was not good. We ripped everything out and hired Mark to remodel it. The project included adding an egress window, a 3/4 bath (no plumbing previously), a kitchenette, and an electric fireplace. We couldn't be happier with the way it turned out. Mark offered thoughtful guidance and suggestions throughout the process, and he also gave tips for some of our other home improvement projects that were not involved in this one! The price I listed was for the entire project, not just for Mark's carpentry services."
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JDC Contracting
4.9(
34
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Serving Cross Plains, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired JDC Contracting for a full kitchen remodel, along with small updates throughout my house (new lighting, replacement of interior doors, a new ceiling in the basement, bathroom updates, and numerous other things). John did nearly all of the work himself. He did a wonderful job and our house looks fabulous! I can&#39;t say enough about JDC. John is skillful, completely accountable, and fair and honest in pricing. Hiring JDC is a a collaborative project from start to finish. He took the time to hear our ideas, provide sound, practical input, and put together a good, workable plan. After discussing things (every step along the way), John turned what we wanted into reality. He&#39;s also kind and a pleasure to work with. I really enjoy interacting with him. I had received estimates from two other kitchen contractors. John was the third contractor that provided one. He really impressed me with his attention to detail, his knowledge, his demeanor, and his being up front about process, pricing, and so on. He left a great impression, so I hired him in late November. John transformed the small, enclosed kitchen into an open concept kitchen that&#39;s bright, spacious, and inviting. This was the first time that my wife and I were involved in a major remodel. In December, we were so happy with how the kitchen project was going that we asked John to do additional work on the house. We wanted to squeeze in some more work at our house before he got too busy with other customers&#39; projects. The additional work included the door replacements, as well as partial updates of the bathrooms and basement. He is an HVAC expert, so he also gave great advice on how to maintain and extend the life of our older HVAC system and other mechanicals. His advice is saving us a lot of money. John does such terrific, fairly priced work, we would totally have gone with JDC for full updates of the bathrooms and basement, but we didn&#39;t have the finances. So we decided to go forward with partial updates that really changed the 2 bathrooms and basement, while allowing us to stay within our budget. We&#39;re grateful to John for these secondary projects--and his ideas for them--because they have given us a lot more living space, and have made the bathrooms much more pleasant to use. We recently purchased the home in Oct. 2022 and we initially had a 3-5 year timeline for improving the kitchen, bathrooms, and basements. But John shortened this timeline down to a 2-month time frame (around 35 days of actual work--there were a couple of delays on materials that slowed us down). We moved in a week ago and are loving it! In sum, I strongly recommend JDC for home improvement projects. John is highly skilled and has integrity and tons of expertise and experience. Most important, he genuinely enjoys making his customers happy by improving their homes. He went the extra mile for us and has definitely made my family and me happy!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing Madison
4.4(
30
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Serving Cross Plains, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am going through the basement remodel protocols and have been very please with the experience. Brett Fleury has helped me every step of the way suggesting creative ideas, fielding requests and he updates me every step of the way. Looking forward to the final outcome. Thanks Brett!"
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Autumn Cabinets Refacing

+12

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Basement Repair Specialists, LLC
4.6(
40
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Serving Cross Plains, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bob Reber was very diligent, on time that was promised and repaired my sump pump to perfection. He knew exactly what he was doing with professionalism and efficiency. I have not had a problem since then. I am extremely pleased this company and feel more at ease now and confident with Basement Repair Specialists out of Appleton, WI. I highly recommend them!"
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Response time8 hrs
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Catalyst Custom Construction
5.0(
8
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Serving Cross Plains, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Not once during our entire basement finishing process did I question our decision to work with Mike Hessling at Catalyst (formerly Apex). The entire process took just over a month to go from a completely unfinished basement to a brand new, beautiful, rec room, office, and 3/4 bathroom. Mike even dealt with all the curve balls we threw him along the way, switching colors midway through painting, adding an additional cabinet here. He is the kind of contractor you dream of. He's hands-on, there first thing every morning doing so much of the work himself! And the coordination with all the subcontractors was amazing. Everyone knew when and where to be and what exactly needed to get done. To top it all off, he came in right on budget as quoted (which was very fair). Mike's brother Adam was also key in the build, working hard with Mike or on his own."
Bathroom remodel
Newly remodeled from that black shower. Such a great refresh.
A beautiful bath in a new house
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New House!

+30

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Shire Group LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Cross Plains, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had Shire Group work on a remodel of a new office for us. They removed walls, framed in new doorways, and, in an ample space, created five new offices from the ground up. They asked questions that we never would have thought of. After completing the project, many visitors asked about their work besides the new offices. This shows how detailed they were; people could not tell new trim from old trim, removed doorways, moved light switches, and turned an old mailroom into extra space in our kitchen."
Interior Stone
Rim boards + glulams
Location
Fireplace
South Face

+4

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Time 2 Remodel LLC
4.9(
50
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Serving Cross Plains, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Curt and Janean were great to work with from design layout to completion. Their staff was professional and very helpful in the kitchen remodel process to get the new open concept that we desired. We just love the custom hickory cabinets and Cambria counters. Bringing the washer and dryer from the basement to our main level was key to staying in our home during retirement. We would highly recommend Time 2 Remodel for your remodel project."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Cross Plains, WI

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 Cross Plains, WI homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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