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R & B Remodeling
4.8(
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Serving Hillsdale, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Thank you so much to R & B remodeling! I unfortunately had a basement flood and had to remove all of my flooring and one wall of my shower. R & B did an amazing job restoring my basement. They put in new flooring and baseboards. Re-dry walled parts of my ceiling and walls. Also re-tiled an entire wall of my shower. R & B was reliable and completed the job as agreed upon. They showed up each day to get the project done ASAP. I would 100% go with them again! "
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Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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PSD Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Hillsdale, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris, the owner, does excellent work. He is a very skilled, knowledgeable and friendly craftsman who knows how to get the job done correctly the first time. I highly recommend his services!"
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E Squared Construction LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Hillsdale, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very happy with the job E squared construction did replacing the porch. Matt kept me informed every step of the way. I will definitely call him again!!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MidAmerica Basement Systems
4.5(
140
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Serving Hillsdale, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you have an emergency do not call this company. Contacted in September, consultant came first of Octoberand down payment for work was made. Mid- January and only half the job done. While Adao Natario was an excellent professional and did a great job sealing up the wall cracks in the basement,my disappointment with the Company in general is emense. Adao listened to my concerns and I’ll wait to see if the Company responds with appropriate work on the sump pump and discharge issue if they ever show up. Meanwhile, I am surrounded by water in the yard and just hope the sump pump in basement keeps working. Price below reflect only crack repair."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Red Box Design Inc.
5.0(
38
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Serving Hillsdale, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dean did a great job with the design of our master bathroom. He really listened to what we wanted and did a great job of designing a beautiful and functional bathroom within a budget we felt was very reasonable. Greg was in charge of executing this design and coordinating with others to get everything completed. The result is a bathroom that is more beautiful then I imagined it could be. The bathroom has the spa like feel of a high end hotel. I wondered why we waited so long to do this. When choosing a contracter for our bathroom remodel, I got several different estimates. The estimates varied considerably. I checked references and spoke with several neighbors who had used Red Box design. They were very happy with their work. We were happy as well and as such are very happy to recommend Red Box Design to anyone considering a remodeling project. My husband is an engineer and very particular that things are done correctly. He was too busy to tackle this project but was very happy to let Red Box take over."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Emergent Builders
5.0(
5
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Serving Hillsdale, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"For as crazy of a bathroom layout and size, they made it work! Thank you for doing it in such a timely manner even with shipping delays. We appreciate your craftsmanship."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Hillsdale, 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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