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VMK Remodeling
4.2(
19
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Golconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be happier with the final product! The first pic is the old bathroom from the 60s when the house was built. The rest are the final rebuild and it looks great. I would highly recommend VMK Remodeling for any project that you might have. I am also going to get a bid on redoing the deck on the back of the house as Vince's company does decks as well! Thanks to his great crew as well, great people to work with."
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Taylor's Home Haven LLC
4.5(
10
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Golconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Golconda, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Amanda was really very good!  At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it.  It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about.  I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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Pennsylvania Master Bathroom
Boston Small Condo Kitchen
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Green Earth Enterprises Inc
4.7(
7
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Golconda, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We’re here to change your perceptions of what it means to be a property owner in today’s fast paced marketplace. Whether you are a landowner with rental property, or if you would like to “flip” a property you've just purchased or maybe you're a Realty Management Company seeking to prepare your managed property for the market or simply the next tenant. We're here to help you meet your needs in an affordable & efficient manner. We offer a wide array of services to choose from in whole or in part, as it fits your needs & budget. We look forward to doing business with you! Additional Emails - greenearthenterprises@outlook.com, greenearthinc@hotmail.com, contactus@greenearthinc.net. Additional Address - Princeton, IL 61356.

Recommended by71%of homeowners
Josh Hemphill Concrete & Construction - Home Facebook
5.0(
2
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Golconda, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Josh Hemphill Construction proudly serves its customers with over 25 years of experience. Every project we engage is done 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, we look forward to earning your business!

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mallard General Contracting LLC
5.0(
2
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Golconda, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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!

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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Smith Brothers Construction
3.7(
3
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Golconda, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Let Smith Brothers Construction help you with your next remodel, addition or recovery service need. We take such pride in the quality of our work that we're perfectionists. We are owner operated meaning you will see us on the job doing the work ourselves. Customer service and satisfaction are number one with us. We work with you to make sure you not only get what you want but, also what you need. Give us a call and see what a difference Smith Brothers Construction can make for you. Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to working with you.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Golconda, 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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