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Budget Construction Co.
4.1(
61
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Serving Jackson-park, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Kitchen remodel was done right the first time. I was worried about the job taking long, but they gave us a timeline and stuck to it. If I called with any questions, my Project Manager was there to answer to my satisfaction. I am looking forward to my bathroom remodel being done by a great team like Budget Construction!"
Wrigley Porch Build
Foundation - Siding
Concrete Foundation
Full Gut Rehab
Response time5 days
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Budget Construction
3.3(
23
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Serving Jackson-park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Windows were installed nicely. They were really good on communication and work was done pretty quick"
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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My Property Masters
3.7(
210
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Serving Jackson-park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I truly recommend Daniel and his worker on work they did on repairing my stairs and they was definitely cheaper than all the rest, and they did a great job!!!! I will be hiring him to do my drywall for my basement. So all I’m saying is they did my stairs with in two days!!! I will see you soon. Thank You! Ms Mary…"
Response time8 hrs
283 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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G.A.STEELE CONSTRUCTION
4.7(
3
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Serving Jackson-park, IL and surrounding areas

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"Gene has been wonderful to work with and pays as much attention to details as I do! He is knowledgeable and dedicated to finding the best solutions for a complex project. We are only halfway through the project now but we will share more information and photos when we finish next week."
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Rhodium Contractors
4.3(
7
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Serving Jackson-park, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very straight forward gave me an estimate this morning and was able to finish the job by the afternoon"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Robert Anthony Renovations
5.0(
1
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Serving Jackson-park, IL and surrounding areas

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"We had an excellent experience working with Robert Anthony from start to finish. They were professional, responsive, and incredibly detail-oriented throughout our kitchen remodel. His team completed our renovation on time, kept the workspace clean, and communicated with us every step of the way. The quality of the craftsmanship exceeded our expectations, and you can truly tell they take pride in their work. They transformed our kitcjen beautifully and made the entire process smooth and stress-free for my family. We are beyond happy with our kitchen and we couldn’t recommended him more."
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Gutter Squad
5.0(
1
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Serving Jackson-park, IL and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

"Absolutely love our newly redone bathroom floor! The installers did a flawless job with the tile work and transition strips. It looks beautiful, feels so much cleaner, and has completely elevated the look of our bathroom. 5 stars!""
replaced stairs
the stain requested was added
New flooring
Stair replacement
Bathroom floor update

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Jackson-park, 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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