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JS Precise Remodeling
4.8(
42
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jerry remodeled my basement last year before I sold my house. Also painted living room and dining room and replaced light fixture. He and his partner were courteous, hard-working and neat. They did a great job. My house sold in 3 days-I think partly because of the good work Jerry did."
WOODRIGE
STREAMWOOD
SCHAUMBURG
CHICAGO
bifor

+55

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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4Ever Remodeling
4.9(
391
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so happy with our basement remodeling amazing job from start to finish. Damian and his team are very professional, accurate and always answered our questions and concerns. We will be using 4Ever Remodeling in the future."
Full Kitchen Remodel
Basement Living
Kitchen Remodel
CAFÉ Appliances
Pendant Lighting

+627

Response time11 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jacek and his team did a phenomenal job on my basement remodel. I had a 1000 sq-ft unfinished basement and wanted to turn it into livable space. Jacek and his team did a phenomenal job my space into to a master bedroom ensuite with a full bath. They were exceptional in performing the the required tasks in terms of professionalism, quality, cleanliness, attention to detail, and responsiveness. I would definitely recommend them to any one."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Jeremy to finish our basement and we couldn't be happier. He was always up front and communicative. He offered great suggestions and went above and beyond to make our basement perfect! It's nice to have a dependable and knowledgeable contractor we can call for future needs. Jeremy will be out go to for anything we need done moving forward!!"
Finished Product
Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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KSRP Construction, Inc.
4.5(
19
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Serving Harwood Heights, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Russ was very helpful, professional and trustworthy. His staff was professional and really respectful of our property. They did an amazing job! We are pleased with the outcome. We now have a beautiful functioning basement. Will definitely refer to friends and family."
Lockport Flip
Kankakee
Kankakee
Amli Apartments
Home Burnt

+503

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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U.S. Home Services
4.8(
83
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Serving Harwood Heights, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Harwood Heights, 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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