We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing the Chicagoland area. Our focus is providing clients with a clear, upfront vision of expectations through a design/build approach. Our free design service provides potential customers with a collaborative consultation geared towards budget, wants, needs and lifestyle.
"Reviews All project manager98 basement remodel40 work33 field manager29 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Charlie Bressler Local Guide·5 reviews·8 photos What initially seemed like a good idea with a decent turnout went from ok, to bad, to worse. … More Jason Vassallo 8 reviews·18 photos a month ago We had an incredible experience with Matrix Basements! From start to finish, the team was professional, communicative, and a pleasure to work with. The craftsmanship is top-notch—every detail was handled with care and precision. You can … More Photo 1 in review by Jason Vassallo Photo 2 in review by Jason Vassallo Photo 3 in review by Jason Vassallo Photo 4 in review by Jason Vassallo 🙏1 Matrix Basements (Owner) a month ago Thank you so much, Jason! We’re incredibly grateful for your kind words and for trusting Matrix Basements with your home. Hearing how much you enjoyed the process — and seeing your beautiful new space — means the world to our entire team. We’re honored to have been part of bringing your vision to life! Ann Michel 7 reviews·4 photos 4 months ago We are very pleased with our the renovation of our basement. We had several bids from different contractors, and although Matrix was the highest bid, I would say it was well worth every dollar spent. The process started off slow, the start … More Photo 1 in review by Ann Michel Photo 2 in review by Ann Michel Photo 3 in review by Ann Michel Photo 4 in review by Ann Michel ❤️1 Matrix Basements (Owner) 4 months ago Thank you for sharing your experience with Matrix Basements. We appreciate your feedback. Kathleen Tracy 3 reviews·5 photos 4 months ago We recently had our basement completed by Matrix. We are thrilled with having the extra living space! Having the Builder Trend app allowed us to see the schedule and follow the process, so there weren't many surprises. Matrix got a 4-star … More Photo 1 in review by Kathleen Tracy Photo 2 in review by Kathleen Tracy Photo 3 in review by Kathleen Tracy Photo 4 in review by Kathleen Tracy+2 Matrix Basements (Owner) 4 months ago Your feedback is incredibly valuable. We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the extra living space in your basement completed by Matrix. We appreciate your detailed review and will take your concerns into consideration for future projects. Matrix Basements [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basements Reviews Overall, we had a great experience with the Matrix Home Solutions team from start to finish. Jamie V and his team did an amazing job transforming our dark ... 5.0(226) Better Business Bureau [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basement Finishing | BBB Complaints | Better Business ... We were promised great customer service and quality workmanship, which we have not received to date. Poor customer service the start with the salesman and on up ... People also ask How reliable are Matrix Home Solutions' services? What is the warranty on a matrix basement? Who owns Matrix Basement Systems? Who is the CEO of Matrix Home Solutions? Feedback People also search for Reliable Home Improvem... DGI Design x Build (Devon Gr... Drury Design reviews Advance Design Studio revi... Design First Builders reviews Feedback Angie's List [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basement Finishing Reviews - Arlington Heights, IL From start to finish, the team was professional, communicative, and a pleasure to work with. The craftsmanship is top-notch—every detail was handled with care ... 4.7(269) Houzz [*** Link removed ***] MATRIX BASEMENT FINISHING - Project Photos & Reviews Overall the experience with Matrix was good they were professional, high quality repairs and planning was relatively seamless. On occasion there were some ... 4.8(218) Indeed Job Search App installed Matrix Basement Finishing Employee Reviews in Arlington Heights, IL Working at Matrix Home Solutions has been an absolute pleasure. The company exudes innovation and excellence in every aspect of its operations. 3.4(31) People also search for HomeAdvisor [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area The quality of the craftsmanship is outstanding every detail was thoughtfully executed. They stayed on schedule and within budget, which was ... 4.2(41) Reddit · r/Naperville 20+ comments · 6 months ago Anyone have recommendations for a basement finishing quote? I used Matrix a few years ago. Easy to work with, only finished half the basement, and even let us do the floors and painting ourselves to save ... Matrix Basements [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basements Reviews - Page 13 Jul 22, 2020 — We had a fantastic experience with Matrix from start to finish. The sales staff, project manager, and contractors were all excellent at their ... 5.0(226) People also search for Reliable Home Improvem... DGI Design x Build (Devon Gr... Drury Design reviews Advance Design Studio revi... Design First Builders reviews Feedback Results are personalized - Try without personalization 60202, Evanston, IL - From your device Update location Dark theme: on Help Feedback Privacy Terms Charlie Bressler Local Guide·5 reviews·8 photos just now New What initially seemed like a good idea with a decent turnout went from ok, to bad, to worse. Last winter we had our bathroom remodeled to more appropriately accommodate me in my recovery process and moving forward from several strokes. We had a rep come out to give us a quote based on what we wanted/would need and after some convincing and offering of discounts, we settled on a price and worked out a loan agreement to get it done. The project was to turn our bathtub in our main bathroom into a standing shower with a grab bar to allow for ease of entry and exit for myself, plus a wider vanity to allow for both myself and my wife to use the sink at the same time. We also opted to replace the flooring, which was tile, to a vinyl that became less cool and easy to walk on. We picked out the design and style with the rep who's name I don't remember, and set a date for everything to be done. The first issue after the fact that we noticed, was that the wrong vanity had been installed. When this issue was raised, the solution was to reimburse us for part of the installation because that seemed easier at the time. Fine. Everything else seemed to be ok, so we let it go and moved on. Fast forward to today, we had a drainage issue with that shower stall and called a plumber to address the issue. In the process of doing that, he discovered that the pipe for the shower drain, which had been moved from its original placement on the initial install, had not only been installed incorrectly, but had been sealed improperly and now that the seal has begun to erode away is causing a small (for now) leak. We now have a quote for an exploration into the problem where the other company will have to open up part of the celling in the basement in order to assess the issue and determine a correct fix. That this problem exists in the first place is unacceptable and we are frankly livid with the matter."
Charlie B on June 2025
We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing the Chicagoland area. Our focus is providing clients with a clear, upfront vision of expectations through a design/build approach. Our free design service provides potential customers with a collaborative consultation geared towards budget, wants, needs and lifestyle.
"Reviews All project manager98 basement remodel40 work33 field manager29 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Charlie Bressler Local Guide·5 reviews·8 photos What initially seemed like a good idea with a decent turnout went from ok, to bad, to worse. … More Jason Vassallo 8 reviews·18 photos a month ago We had an incredible experience with Matrix Basements! From start to finish, the team was professional, communicative, and a pleasure to work with. The craftsmanship is top-notch—every detail was handled with care and precision. You can … More Photo 1 in review by Jason Vassallo Photo 2 in review by Jason Vassallo Photo 3 in review by Jason Vassallo Photo 4 in review by Jason Vassallo 🙏1 Matrix Basements (Owner) a month ago Thank you so much, Jason! We’re incredibly grateful for your kind words and for trusting Matrix Basements with your home. Hearing how much you enjoyed the process — and seeing your beautiful new space — means the world to our entire team. We’re honored to have been part of bringing your vision to life! Ann Michel 7 reviews·4 photos 4 months ago We are very pleased with our the renovation of our basement. We had several bids from different contractors, and although Matrix was the highest bid, I would say it was well worth every dollar spent. The process started off slow, the start … More Photo 1 in review by Ann Michel Photo 2 in review by Ann Michel Photo 3 in review by Ann Michel Photo 4 in review by Ann Michel ❤️1 Matrix Basements (Owner) 4 months ago Thank you for sharing your experience with Matrix Basements. We appreciate your feedback. Kathleen Tracy 3 reviews·5 photos 4 months ago We recently had our basement completed by Matrix. We are thrilled with having the extra living space! Having the Builder Trend app allowed us to see the schedule and follow the process, so there weren't many surprises. Matrix got a 4-star … More Photo 1 in review by Kathleen Tracy Photo 2 in review by Kathleen Tracy Photo 3 in review by Kathleen Tracy Photo 4 in review by Kathleen Tracy+2 Matrix Basements (Owner) 4 months ago Your feedback is incredibly valuable. We are thrilled to hear that you are enjoying the extra living space in your basement completed by Matrix. We appreciate your detailed review and will take your concerns into consideration for future projects. Matrix Basements [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basements Reviews Overall, we had a great experience with the Matrix Home Solutions team from start to finish. Jamie V and his team did an amazing job transforming our dark ... 5.0(226) Better Business Bureau [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basement Finishing | BBB Complaints | Better Business ... We were promised great customer service and quality workmanship, which we have not received to date. Poor customer service the start with the salesman and on up ... People also ask How reliable are Matrix Home Solutions' services? What is the warranty on a matrix basement? Who owns Matrix Basement Systems? Who is the CEO of Matrix Home Solutions? Feedback People also search for Reliable Home Improvem... DGI Design x Build (Devon Gr... Drury Design reviews Advance Design Studio revi... Design First Builders reviews Feedback Angie's List [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basement Finishing Reviews - Arlington Heights, IL From start to finish, the team was professional, communicative, and a pleasure to work with. The craftsmanship is top-notch—every detail was handled with care ... 4.7(269) Houzz [*** Link removed ***] MATRIX BASEMENT FINISHING - Project Photos & Reviews Overall the experience with Matrix was good they were professional, high quality repairs and planning was relatively seamless. On occasion there were some ... 4.8(218) Indeed Job Search App installed Matrix Basement Finishing Employee Reviews in Arlington Heights, IL Working at Matrix Home Solutions has been an absolute pleasure. The company exudes innovation and excellence in every aspect of its operations. 3.4(31) People also search for HomeAdvisor [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area The quality of the craftsmanship is outstanding every detail was thoughtfully executed. They stayed on schedule and within budget, which was ... 4.2(41) Reddit · r/Naperville 20+ comments · 6 months ago Anyone have recommendations for a basement finishing quote? I used Matrix a few years ago. Easy to work with, only finished half the basement, and even let us do the floors and painting ourselves to save ... Matrix Basements [*** Link removed ***] Matrix Basements Reviews - Page 13 Jul 22, 2020 — We had a fantastic experience with Matrix from start to finish. The sales staff, project manager, and contractors were all excellent at their ... 5.0(226) People also search for Reliable Home Improvem... DGI Design x Build (Devon Gr... Drury Design reviews Advance Design Studio revi... Design First Builders reviews Feedback Results are personalized - Try without personalization 60202, Evanston, IL - From your device Update location Dark theme: on Help Feedback Privacy Terms Charlie Bressler Local Guide·5 reviews·8 photos just now New What initially seemed like a good idea with a decent turnout went from ok, to bad, to worse. Last winter we had our bathroom remodeled to more appropriately accommodate me in my recovery process and moving forward from several strokes. We had a rep come out to give us a quote based on what we wanted/would need and after some convincing and offering of discounts, we settled on a price and worked out a loan agreement to get it done. The project was to turn our bathtub in our main bathroom into a standing shower with a grab bar to allow for ease of entry and exit for myself, plus a wider vanity to allow for both myself and my wife to use the sink at the same time. We also opted to replace the flooring, which was tile, to a vinyl that became less cool and easy to walk on. We picked out the design and style with the rep who's name I don't remember, and set a date for everything to be done. The first issue after the fact that we noticed, was that the wrong vanity had been installed. When this issue was raised, the solution was to reimburse us for part of the installation because that seemed easier at the time. Fine. Everything else seemed to be ok, so we let it go and moved on. Fast forward to today, we had a drainage issue with that shower stall and called a plumber to address the issue. In the process of doing that, he discovered that the pipe for the shower drain, which had been moved from its original placement on the initial install, had not only been installed incorrectly, but had been sealed improperly and now that the seal has begun to erode away is causing a small (for now) leak. We now have a quote for an exploration into the problem where the other company will have to open up part of the celling in the basement in order to assess the issue and determine a correct fix. That this problem exists in the first place is unacceptable and we are frankly livid with the matter."
Charlie B on June 2025
We specialized in remodeling but also do new construction. We have a team of specialists in Drywall, mudding, taping, painting, and plumbing, installation of carpet, vinyl and tile. Installation of windows, interior and exterior doors.
We specialized in remodeling but also do new construction. We have a team of specialists in Drywall, mudding, taping, painting, and plumbing, installation of carpet, vinyl and tile. Installation of windows, interior and exterior doors.
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Wonderful! Jose called me the same day I made the request, gave me a fair estimate and came back the next day to install a grab bar in the bath tub. He fortunately repaired the work I had already done. I would definitely recommend Start To Finish to everyone!"
Mary D on May 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Wonderful! Jose called me the same day I made the request, gave me a fair estimate and came back the next day to install a grab bar in the bath tub. He fortunately repaired the work I had already done. I would definitely recommend Start To Finish to everyone!"
Mary D on May 2025
We are a locally owned family business. We are your one stop shop! We offer services ranging from interior/exterior painting, re models, flooring, roofing, siding, windows, carpentry, tree removal, stump grinding, decks/porches, etc... We promise you will be happy with our services because we are 100% personable to each and every customers' needs. We know how hard it is to find an informative, reliable Contractor and that's who we are! We are professional and reliable, a "no nonsense" company. Please call for a free estimate.
"PAMM was excellent! They were competitively priced, timely and conscientious. The work was impeccable. I would highly recommend this company!"
Emily P on September 2024
We are a locally owned family business. We are your one stop shop! We offer services ranging from interior/exterior painting, re models, flooring, roofing, siding, windows, carpentry, tree removal, stump grinding, decks/porches, etc... We promise you will be happy with our services because we are 100% personable to each and every customers' needs. We know how hard it is to find an informative, reliable Contractor and that's who we are! We are professional and reliable, a "no nonsense" company. Please call for a free estimate.
"PAMM was excellent! They were competitively priced, timely and conscientious. The work was impeccable. I would highly recommend this company!"
Emily P on September 2024
Why Choose Big Dave’s? To state it as clearly as possible, we’re not the right fit for everyone. We’re not the fastest. We’re not the cheapest. But our clients say, we are the best! We absolutely insist on doing things right the first time. No excuses. Period. If you are demanding, hard to please, and/or persnickety, we’ll get along great. We refuse to settle for anything less than the very best, and our clients appreciate our attention to even the smallest detail. Contact us today to get the process started!
"The very best thing about Big Dave's is that he shows up when he says he will, he does the job we agreed on, and he cleans up after himself. Very different from any other GC I've dealt with in nearly forty years. Superior work at all times; fixes issues when required without question or demur. I'll have no other GC darken my doors ever again."
John B on September 2023
Why Choose Big Dave’s? To state it as clearly as possible, we’re not the right fit for everyone. We’re not the fastest. We’re not the cheapest. But our clients say, we are the best! We absolutely insist on doing things right the first time. No excuses. Period. If you are demanding, hard to please, and/or persnickety, we’ll get along great. We refuse to settle for anything less than the very best, and our clients appreciate our attention to even the smallest detail. Contact us today to get the process started!
"The very best thing about Big Dave's is that he shows up when he says he will, he does the job we agreed on, and he cleans up after himself. Very different from any other GC I've dealt with in nearly forty years. Superior work at all times; fixes issues when required without question or demur. I'll have no other GC darken my doors ever again."
John B on September 2023
Bacher Landscape is a full service landscape company established in 1997. We are a service oriented business and work with all of our clients to produce unique, cost-effective projects in a timely manner. Whether it's a unique hardscape or a complete new landscape Bacher Landscape is concerned about your entire property. A well designed landscape will maximize your outdoor enjoyment. Our landscape management personnel maintains landscapes to bring them to their fullest potential. At Bacher Landscape we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, and treat every property as if it were our own. We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you about your specific landscape needs.
"Everything went as expected, Jason was very informative and helpful. I highly recommend him"
Igor S on November 2020
Bacher Landscape is a full service landscape company established in 1997. We are a service oriented business and work with all of our clients to produce unique, cost-effective projects in a timely manner. Whether it's a unique hardscape or a complete new landscape Bacher Landscape is concerned about your entire property. A well designed landscape will maximize your outdoor enjoyment. Our landscape management personnel maintains landscapes to bring them to their fullest potential. At Bacher Landscape we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, and treat every property as if it were our own. We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you about your specific landscape needs.
"Everything went as expected, Jason was very informative and helpful. I highly recommend him"
Igor S on November 2020
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
At Tairi Construction we stand with our customers. We strive to make your fantasies a reality, by specializing in all aspects of home remodeling. The services that we provide are: painting, hard wood and laminate flooring, complete kitchen and bathroom remodels, full Rec room remodel, tile work, and shower installs that will take as little as one day! For any and all inquiries please contact us at (414)376-7377
"Excellent work. Took the time to make sure the job was done perfect. Cleaned up every day"
Doug L on February 2023
At Tairi Construction we stand with our customers. We strive to make your fantasies a reality, by specializing in all aspects of home remodeling. The services that we provide are: painting, hard wood and laminate flooring, complete kitchen and bathroom remodels, full Rec room remodel, tile work, and shower installs that will take as little as one day! For any and all inquiries please contact us at (414)376-7377
"Excellent work. Took the time to make sure the job was done perfect. Cleaned up every day"
Doug L on February 2023
Interior and Exterior remodeling company, located in south east Wisconsin. We pride ourselves in our work, from the outside of the home to remodeling inside big or small we are ready to help with your project. We are a small business and local to West Allis. We are offering free estimates on discounts for new clients. Reach out now and we can chat about your project and how we can help, if we can not help we will let you know.
"Fantastic experience! Mitch and the team were really great to work with. The work was done quickly and at a high standard, and Mitch was always open to discuss options and offer suggestions. Would definitely recommend this team!"
Sean W on February 2025
Interior and Exterior remodeling company, located in south east Wisconsin. We pride ourselves in our work, from the outside of the home to remodeling inside big or small we are ready to help with your project. We are a small business and local to West Allis. We are offering free estimates on discounts for new clients. Reach out now and we can chat about your project and how we can help, if we can not help we will let you know.
"Fantastic experience! Mitch and the team were really great to work with. The work was done quickly and at a high standard, and Mitch was always open to discuss options and offer suggestions. Would definitely recommend this team!"
Sean W on February 2025
Here to help you with all your home improvement needs you may have from remodeling, additions and more.
"Best company in the area, I recommend them to everyone ❤️🔥"
Kenneth G on December 2024
Here to help you with all your home improvement needs you may have from remodeling, additions and more.
"Best company in the area, I recommend them to everyone ❤️🔥"
Kenneth G on December 2024
In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.
Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.
When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.
How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.
Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.
No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.