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Avatar for Matrix Basement Finishing Southwest Michigan
Matrix Basement Finishing Southwest Michigan
3.1(
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had Steve Phillips from Matrix Basement out to our home this evening. Steve was very polite and professional. Took the time to view our basement space, gave good insight and suggestions of what layout options would work best. Along, with drawing out the layout for us to visually see. Steve answered all of our questions. We look forward to working with Matrix Basements and having our basement space finished for our family to enjoy."
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Recommended by32%of homeowners
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Brawny Builders
4.8(
35
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very pleased with the entire project--from demolition to final details. Our new basement is wonderful--everything we had hoped it would be. It was great to work with Brawny Builders. They are great at communicating throughout the entire process and are reliable. You can trust them to do great work!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing
4.0(
65
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matrix did an excellent job installing a bathroom in my basement. Steve was incredible in coordinating the different work that needed to be completed and there were many variables for him to juggle. My bathroom shower is probably the nicest in Southeastern Michigan (not bragging - I'd post pictures if I could). Steve's teams did an excellent job getting everything done and making it look as luxurious as possible. The only constructive feedback I have for the company is that the pricing was very steep considering that I believe many steps in the process may have been eliminated; the sales rep was not familiar with every scope of work necessary which made things confusing for Steve (the Project Foreman), and there was an additional individual whom I never corresponded with which made me wonder if there are too many folks involved to keep the pricing affordable. I paid to install the bathroom what I wanted to pay to complete the entire basement and I had to complete some of the work myself to include painting and flooring installation. Overall the quality of the work is tremendous, however, I still think there's opportunity to restructure the approach to completing projects that could drop the pricing down for the consumer. I would definitely hire the company again as they do incredible work and I couldn't be happier with my completed bathroom."
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Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Legacy Window & Door LLC
4.1(
151
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We had an older home which needed a complete kitchen and bath update. Our remodeling job required extensive skills in carpentry, drywall, plumbing, cabinetry, finish trim work and painting. My wife and I were delighted with the finished appearance and the quality of the work. From start to finish, we were also impressed with the speed and efficiency of the entire process. In addition, we were happy to see how every effort was made to maintain a clean and safe work area."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Crawlspaces/Basement Waterproofing Solution
4.2(
29
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The work was good for the most part.  I was pleased with the actual work downstairs and the pricing but I was disappointed in a couple of things like they missed some of the door from the way out to the basement.  They also said that there would be no dust or dirt in the kitchen but when we were out there, there was dust on the stove so I wasn’t pleased with that.  I understand that workers have to use the bathrooms but water was shut off and no one could figure out how to turn on the water so they did their business, opened the toilets and never flushed them; all three toilets of the house.  I was very not pleased with that.  One would think that somebody that is in construction business could go in the basement area and figure out how to turn on the valve so that they could flush the toilets.  It was gross.  They ripped out everything down in the basement and that part of it was fine; I thought that they did a good job there.  The price was very good."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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American Basement Solutions
4.3(
46
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Credit card accepted

"It was a small job. They sealed the vents to the crawlspace, then, since there was already solid insulation panels on the walls, put a vapor/moisture barrier, in the form of a tarp, 4 feet wide and as long needed, completely around the crawlspace. It was then sealed to the walls with "nails" and adhesive. This seals the wood frame of the house from the 'Outside", the ground, which is the floor of the crawlspace. A 20 mil thick, quite heavy, "floor" was installed, also in the form of a tarp, It went up the walls about 3 feet and was taped to the 'tarp" on the walls, using a tape made for this application. The piers were wrapped with the same stuff and taped to seal the inside from the outside. the "floor" is also a vapor/moisture barrier, but, heavy enough to walk on if needed. This basically makes the crawlspace another room, rather than the outside. Our house is one year old and was already getting mold on the floor joists. Since the air in the crawlspace will now be heated in the winter and cooled in the summer, just like the rest of the house, the mold and cold (52 degrees) floors we experienced last winter will hopefully be eliminated. We shall see when dumb winter gets here."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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R&R General Construction LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Prestige General Construction incapsulated my crawlspace that smelled moldy . Full of spiderwebs and dust. They did an amazing job. The incapsulation really cut down the musky smell in my basement and home. The crew was professional respectful and on time. I would hire them again and would recommend their services to anyone."
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Basement Waterproofing

+403

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MPO Builders Inc
4.0(
145
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My husband and I just bought a condo in Chicago and were interested in having some "light" construction and painting done before we moved in as we had about a month between closing and our planned move. We were enticed to use MPO Builders by the Big Deal they were offering and also their A grade. We reached out to the owner, Mike, and he came out to do a quote assessment. Everything seemed great at that point...Mike was on time and responsive. After that, things fell off a little bit. He returned the quote to us more than a week after he promised and became very difficult to get in contact with. We were on somewhat of a tight schedule and his delays were making it tighter. After we reviewed the quote, we communicated to Mike which items we were going to move forward with. Then there was radio silence for a long time. Given the 4th of July weekend fell in that time, but it still was an unacceptable amount of time to wait after multiple emails and voice mails left for Mike. We decided to purchase the Angie's list deal as a way of "prodding" Mike. Finally, we get a response and Mike sends out one of his job managers, Francisco. What a godsend. Francisco is super responsive and, for the most part, has readily communicated with us. Nothing ever runs perfectly, but Francisco and his team have done a great job accommodating our requests and addressing issues that arise. The work is not done just yet (completion date set for 8/1), but we are pleased so far. Ultimately, we decided not to use the Angie's list deal voucher as we were well outside of the amount of work provided in the deal, which is why we requested a refund. But, Mike did honor the approximate amount of the Angie's list discount."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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MCG Modern Construction Guy
4.5(
11
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Serving Lakeside, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Family owned business connected with all our people. Provide a safe working space with all your projects.We met your expectations with no problem our people communicate well. Have many years of customer service support we are a responsible and respectful rewarding trust ,safe company. Interior/Exterior Remodeling projects- kitchen and bath, room additions, dry wall, paint, flooring, roofing ,electrical, plumbing, etc.. \nWe are Bilingual

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Lakeside, MI

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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