We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade, and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Very satisfied with new slider door."
Nancy W on May 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade, and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Very satisfied with new slider door."
Nancy W on May 2024
At Lake Michigan Construction Services we believe ethics and a spirit of service are paramount in running a successful business. We pride ourself on providing quality materials and workmanship, offering fair, upfront pricing, and going above and beyond to meet your needs. We understand that your home is not "just another home project" but an initiative the improvement look, value, and heart of your home. Let us be your home project specialist, you won't want to go anywhere else!
"Owner (GS), Sales Team (Gordon), Project Manager (Brian), and the entire construction team were all great. Would definitely use again."
Matthew F on May 2024
At Lake Michigan Construction Services we believe ethics and a spirit of service are paramount in running a successful business. We pride ourself on providing quality materials and workmanship, offering fair, upfront pricing, and going above and beyond to meet your needs. We understand that your home is not "just another home project" but an initiative the improvement look, value, and heart of your home. Let us be your home project specialist, you won't want to go anywhere else!
"Owner (GS), Sales Team (Gordon), Project Manager (Brian), and the entire construction team were all great. Would definitely use again."
Matthew F on May 2024
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
Community Constructions Life Mission: Empowering our employees to be the owners of their own American Dream. Community Construction is Michigans most highly regarded employee empowerment enterprise. Our sole purpose is to transfer the market value of our employees efforts directly to their pocketbooks. It is our emphatic belief that incentive-based earning offers the greatest empowerment for people to do remarkable things for themselves and others, and lead lives driven by PASSION, resulting in the ultimate goal: Freedom!
"Good, hardworking crew. Had one issue with a piece of siding at the top of our chimney that took repeated trips back to fully resolve."
Paul H on March 2025
Community Constructions Life Mission: Empowering our employees to be the owners of their own American Dream. Community Construction is Michigans most highly regarded employee empowerment enterprise. Our sole purpose is to transfer the market value of our employees efforts directly to their pocketbooks. It is our emphatic belief that incentive-based earning offers the greatest empowerment for people to do remarkable things for themselves and others, and lead lives driven by PASSION, resulting in the ultimate goal: Freedom!
"Good, hardworking crew. Had one issue with a piece of siding at the top of our chimney that took repeated trips back to fully resolve."
Paul H on March 2025
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"job yet done yet"
Jason M on May 2025
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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"job yet done yet"
Jason M on May 2025
Now Offering A COVID-19 Stimulus Program • $0 down • Up to $2,000 in immediate cash rebates • 12 months no payment, no interest program that rolls into a low payment, low interest plan as low as 2.99%! • Now offering VIRTUAL/REMOTE consultations We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing both Southeast Michigan (Detroit/Ann Arbor) and 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. Aside from providing great ideas, Matrix will furnish at NO COST a 3D rendering and detailed line-by-line proposal that is guaranteed for 1 year. Matrix Basement Systems is a "ONE STOP SHOP" for basement finishing and by virtue of our unique, customer-focused process, we have became one of the Nation's largest home remodeling companies. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction and providing a great working experience throughout the construction process. Finishing your basement has never been easier! Call today for a free, no obligation design consultation!
"They were the most timely to what I needed, and end result was what I wanted."
Stefanie W on October 2024
Now Offering A COVID-19 Stimulus Program • $0 down • Up to $2,000 in immediate cash rebates • 12 months no payment, no interest program that rolls into a low payment, low interest plan as low as 2.99%! • Now offering VIRTUAL/REMOTE consultations We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing both Southeast Michigan (Detroit/Ann Arbor) and 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. Aside from providing great ideas, Matrix will furnish at NO COST a 3D rendering and detailed line-by-line proposal that is guaranteed for 1 year. Matrix Basement Systems is a "ONE STOP SHOP" for basement finishing and by virtue of our unique, customer-focused process, we have became one of the Nation's largest home remodeling companies. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction and providing a great working experience throughout the construction process. Finishing your basement has never been easier! Call today for a free, no obligation design consultation!
"They were the most timely to what I needed, and end result was what I wanted."
Stefanie W on October 2024
With any project big or small, we always guarantee to provide you with the highest quality remodeling solutions for you and your project. From start to finish you will enjoy working with our team! Take a minute to read some of our real life reviews from the past eight years of our customers. Please call us today and setup an appointment - all estimates are always free! We hope to have the privilege of serving you!
"Mark and his team were fantastic. We love our bedroom and bathroom added to our basement! We are very happy with how everything turned out. Every single sub contractor was great to work with as well. Would highly recommend!"
Mark R on March 2025
With any project big or small, we always guarantee to provide you with the highest quality remodeling solutions for you and your project. From start to finish you will enjoy working with our team! Take a minute to read some of our real life reviews from the past eight years of our customers. Please call us today and setup an appointment - all estimates are always free! We hope to have the privilege of serving you!
"Mark and his team were fantastic. We love our bedroom and bathroom added to our basement! We are very happy with how everything turned out. Every single sub contractor was great to work with as well. Would highly recommend!"
Mark R on March 2025
At Home Pro of West Michigan LLC our business thrives on quality and integrity. With over 30 years of experience, we are experts in the construction trade specializing in Wet Area replacement, Windows and Doors. We are family-owned and our business is built on trust, integrity, and quality workmanship. We pride ourselves on completing work in a timely, efficient manner as well as creating a safe working environment for our employees. At Home Pro of West Michigan we go the extra mile to ensure our clients can give their home the care it needs without breaking your budget with competitive prices and financing options. Contact us today for a free estimate. We look forward to earning your business!
"Work has not been done yet but so far every one has been wonderful"
Cheryl M on February 2025
At Home Pro of West Michigan LLC our business thrives on quality and integrity. With over 30 years of experience, we are experts in the construction trade specializing in Wet Area replacement, Windows and Doors. We are family-owned and our business is built on trust, integrity, and quality workmanship. We pride ourselves on completing work in a timely, efficient manner as well as creating a safe working environment for our employees. At Home Pro of West Michigan we go the extra mile to ensure our clients can give their home the care it needs without breaking your budget with competitive prices and financing options. Contact us today for a free estimate. We look forward to earning your business!
"Work has not been done yet but so far every one has been wonderful"
Cheryl M on February 2025
SJK Handyman Services offers a full range of home repair and remodeling services in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a convenient location in Kentwood, MI, their skilled handymen specialize in kitchen and bathroom renovations, making your home improvement dreams a reality. Services include basement finishing, drywall repair and installation, interior and exterior painting, flooring installation, electrical fixture installation, plumbing repairs and more, with a free estimate available upon request. SJK Handyman Services is committed to providing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, ensuring that every project is completed with skill and precision.
"Great!!! Very efficient too. 👍"
Sharon M on May 2025
SJK Handyman Services offers a full range of home repair and remodeling services in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a convenient location in Kentwood, MI, their skilled handymen specialize in kitchen and bathroom renovations, making your home improvement dreams a reality. Services include basement finishing, drywall repair and installation, interior and exterior painting, flooring installation, electrical fixture installation, plumbing repairs and more, with a free estimate available upon request. SJK Handyman Services is committed to providing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, ensuring that every project is completed with skill and precision.
"Great!!! Very efficient too. 👍"
Sharon M on May 2025
Family owned business with over 23 years experience - Builder Homes - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - General Contractor
"Great job, wonderful to work with. We will have them back to do more work for us in the future"
Skye B on January 2025
Family owned business with over 23 years experience - Builder Homes - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - General Contractor
"Great job, wonderful to work with. We will have them back to do more work for us in the future"
Skye B on January 2025
Most ADU projects require several months from initial planning through final inspection. The timeline includes designing plans, securing permits, site preparation, construction, and finishing work.
Factors affecting duration include project complexity, contractor availability, weather conditions, and local permitting processes. Planning for potential delays due to material shortages or inspection scheduling is advisable when establishing your project timeline.
Homeowners can access various funding sources for ADU projects. Home equity loans and lines of credit leverage existing property value, while construction loans provide phased funding specifically for building projects. Some areas offer specialized ADU financing programs with favorable terms.
Personal loans might work for smaller conversions, though they often carry higher interest rates. Your financial situation, credit profile, and project scope will determine which option provides the most advantageous terms.
Adding an ADU often increases your property's assessed value, resulting in higher tax obligations. The specific impact varies by location, as assessment methods and tax rates differ between jurisdictions. Some areas offer temporary exemptions or gradual increases to ease the financial transition.
For accurate projections, consult your local tax assessor before beginning construction to understand how your specific project will affect future tax bills.
Short-term rental regulations vary dramatically between municipalities. Some jurisdictions permit vacation rentals with minimal restrictions, while others impose occupancy limits, licensing requirements, or outright prohibitions, particularly for ADUs. Many areas require owner occupancy of the primary residence when renting an ADU short-term.
Research your local ordinances thoroughly before planning rental income, as non-compliance penalties can be substantial.
The ADU construction process frequently encounters obstacles, including complex permitting requirements, unexpected site conditions requiring additional work, contractor scheduling difficulties, and budget management challenges. Many homeowners underestimate the complexity of coordinating multiple specialized trades.
Additionally, ensuring adequate privacy between the main residence and ADU while maintaining aesthetic cohesion requires careful planning. Thorough preparation and working with experienced professionals can help navigate these common pitfalls.
Identifying qualified ADU contractors requires targeted research. Begin by seeking recommendations from neighbors with completed ADU projects or contacting local builder associations for specialist referrals. Review contractors' portfolios specifically for ADU or small residential projects similar to your vision.
When interviewing potential candidates, assess their familiarity with local ADU regulations, ask about recent similar projects, and request contact information for past clients with comparable projects.