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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

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Exclusive Masonry & Construction

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334 local quotes requested

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!

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!

Marvon Construction, LLC

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Marvon Construction, LLC

4.97(
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Customers say: True professional
27 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

Marvon Construction, LLC, is ready to assist you with your next construction project. Our specialties include new custom homes, custom garages, room additions, renovations, windows, siding, and roofing. We have around 30 house and garage plans available for our customers to choose from or you can bring your own print and we'll try to work with your plan.

"I worked for a large supplier to the residential construction industry for 15 years. During that time I visited hundreds of job sites, often with inspectors. I am not a builder, but I know the difference between quality construction and poor. From design through completion, Marvon was top notch! Same can be said for the subcontractors selected by Marvon. Our project included a two bedroom/full bath addition, replacement of flooring throughout the house and a new deck off the addition. We couldn't be happier that we chose Marvon!"

Kurt S on September 2025

Marvon Construction, LLC, is ready to assist you with your next construction project. Our specialties include new custom homes, custom garages, room additions, renovations, windows, siding, and roofing. We have around 30 house and garage plans available for our customers to choose from or you can bring your own print and we'll try to work with your plan.

"I worked for a large supplier to the residential construction industry for 15 years. During that time I visited hundreds of job sites, often with inspectors. I am not a builder, but I know the difference between quality construction and poor. From design through completion, Marvon was top notch! Same can be said for the subcontractors selected by Marvon. Our project included a two bedroom/full bath addition, replacement of flooring throughout the house and a new deck off the addition. We couldn't be happier that we chose Marvon!"

Kurt S on September 2025

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Perfect Choice Exteriors LLC

4.62(
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Perfect Choice Exteriors LLC

4.62(
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Customers say: Terrific value
963 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Your Satisfaction is Our Priority. With over 20 years of experience in home improvement including windows, siding, roofing and bathrooms, we’re ready to ensure your upgrade is PERFECT. Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Locally Owned for over 20 years!

"We ordered a window from them the end of April. The beginning of June they came to put the window in. They had ordered the wrong size. The said that they would rush order it and we would have it in a month. After waiting a month and not hearing from them, we called to find out when the window would be put in and they said that they would check and get back with us. After many more calls we were told that the window wouldn't be in until July 23rd. We requested a refund and after many more calls were told that they don't give refunds. The window was finally installed on August 2nd over a week after they received it. We will never do business with them again.!"

Kim K on September 2025

Your Satisfaction is Our Priority. With over 20 years of experience in home improvement including windows, siding, roofing and bathrooms, we’re ready to ensure your upgrade is PERFECT. Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Locally Owned for over 20 years!

"We ordered a window from them the end of April. The beginning of June they came to put the window in. They had ordered the wrong size. The said that they would rush order it and we would have it in a month. After waiting a month and not hearing from them, we called to find out when the window would be put in and they said that they would check and get back with us. After many more calls we were told that the window wouldn't be in until July 23rd. We requested a refund and after many more calls were told that they don't give refunds. The window was finally installed on August 2nd over a week after they received it. We will never do business with them again.!"

Kim K on September 2025

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Happy Holton Land Services

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Happy Holton Land Services

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2 years of experience

Brush removal, Storm clean-up, Hunting and Public trail clearing. Shed and Barn clean-up.

Brush removal, Storm clean-up, Hunting and Public trail clearing. Shed and Barn clean-up.

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

Aloha Construction, Inc.

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Aloha Construction, Inc.

4.44(
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Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience

Aloha Construction, Inc. is a local General Contractor for Exterior Restoration serving all of Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Our quality claims specialists, field supervisors, managers, installers, inspectors, and office staff have you covered for all your buildings roofing, siding, gutter, and exterior needs.

"It went terrible. I was supposed to get a 40 year shingle put on and instead got a cheap 25 year generic shingles put on. Then they tried to charge me for putting icemelt all the way around the house because that’s what our city code is after we already agreed upon a price. Stay away from these people they’re terrible"

Steve E on May 2022

Aloha Construction, Inc. is a local General Contractor for Exterior Restoration serving all of Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Our quality claims specialists, field supervisors, managers, installers, inspectors, and office staff have you covered for all your buildings roofing, siding, gutter, and exterior needs.

"It went terrible. I was supposed to get a 40 year shingle put on and instead got a cheap 25 year generic shingles put on. Then they tried to charge me for putting icemelt all the way around the house because that’s what our city code is after we already agreed upon a price. Stay away from these people they’re terrible"

Steve E on May 2022

Mr Fix It 911

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Mr Fix It 911

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With 20yrs Experience our Company can provide you with your handyman needs. We work with Maintenance Co. who provide Services with Companies like Old Navy, J-jill, and Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Many more. Call Me Today for a 10% discount on a wood or aluminum fence. Free Estimate.

With 20yrs Experience our Company can provide you with your handyman needs. We work with Maintenance Co. who provide Services with Companies like Old Navy, J-jill, and Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Many more. Call Me Today for a 10% discount on a wood or aluminum fence. Free Estimate.

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Thompson-Renovations

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Thompson-Renovations

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"Thompson Renovations specializes in high quality home Renovations bringing client's dream spaces to life." "Thompson Renovations is your Go to Solution for transforming your home into stunning spaces that reflect your personal style. Our team of skilled Professionals take care of every detail , from design to installation, ensuring exceptional results and complete client satisfaction."

"Thompson Renovations specializes in high quality home Renovations bringing client's dream spaces to life." "Thompson Renovations is your Go to Solution for transforming your home into stunning spaces that reflect your personal style. Our team of skilled Professionals take care of every detail , from design to installation, ensuring exceptional results and complete client satisfaction."

Color Your Carpet

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Color Your Carpet

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Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Joseph P Laskowski

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Joseph P Laskowski

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Lincoln, 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.

The Lincoln, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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