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Matrix Basement Finishing Madison

N57W14502 Shawn Circle
4.40(
30
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Approved Pro

Matrix Basement Finishing Madison

N57W14502 Shawn Circle
4.40(
30
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
16 local quotes requested
41 years of experience

We offer high quality basement, bathroom & garage remodeling backed by excellent service and a lifetime warranty. Expect nothing less than high value remodeling with Matrix Home Solutions. We work within your budget to create a space that is as functional and durable as it is beautiful. With Matrix, you will receive a free one-on-one design consultation and precision pricing. Locally owned and operated, we are known for our prompt service and attention to detail. Be sure to give us a call today!

"Matrix did a great job finishing my basement. It looks great, and we are very happy with the finished product."

John C on May 2025

We offer high quality basement, bathroom & garage remodeling backed by excellent service and a lifetime warranty. Expect nothing less than high value remodeling with Matrix Home Solutions. We work within your budget to create a space that is as functional and durable as it is beautiful. With Matrix, you will receive a free one-on-one design consultation and precision pricing. Locally owned and operated, we are known for our prompt service and attention to detail. Be sure to give us a call today!

"Matrix did a great job finishing my basement. It looks great, and we are very happy with the finished product."

John C on May 2025


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Matrix Basement Finishing Milwaukee Metro

N57W14502 Shawn Circle
4.06(
25
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Approved Pro

Matrix Basement Finishing Milwaukee Metro

N57W14502 Shawn Circle
4.06(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
63 local quotes requested
41 years of experience

Since 2009, we’ve completed over 10,000 basement projects across Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin! Matrix Basement Finishing is proud to be ranked as the #1 basement finishing company in America, delivering premium quality and unmatched durability at an incredible value. Our advanced Forever Wall System is engineered to resist water, mold, and mildew, ensuring your finished basement stays beautiful and functional for years to come—something traditional materials simply can’t match. When you choose Matrix Basement Finishing, you’ll enjoy: - Flexible financing options backed by trusted national partners - A limited lifetime warranty for long-term peace of mind - Comprehensive, all-in-one service so you’ll never need to work with a third party - Expert installation by professional installers and design consultants With Matrix Basement Finishing, you get an exceptional product, outstanding service, and a finished basement you’ll love for life.

"Matrix Basements used a bait-and-switch tactic on us. Their rep, Christopher Powers, promised a detailed ceiling paint job?including cleaning debris, taping off areas, and handling wiring. Based on that, we signed a contract. But during the plan review, the project manager said none of that was included and even claimed he?d never heard of it. We were told Matrix doesn't clean, doesn?t tape, and won?t touch any wiring. We'd have to prep everything ourselves?or live with overspray and debris being painted over. I asked to cancel the contract, but Matrix stopped responding. Now we?re stuck with an open contract, out a down payment, and no work done. They won?t reply or resolve it. Avoid Matrix Basements if you want honest, reliable service."

David K on August 2025

Since 2009, we’ve completed over 10,000 basement projects across Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin! Matrix Basement Finishing is proud to be ranked as the #1 basement finishing company in America, delivering premium quality and unmatched durability at an incredible value. Our advanced Forever Wall System is engineered to resist water, mold, and mildew, ensuring your finished basement stays beautiful and functional for years to come—something traditional materials simply can’t match. When you choose Matrix Basement Finishing, you’ll enjoy: - Flexible financing options backed by trusted national partners - A limited lifetime warranty for long-term peace of mind - Comprehensive, all-in-one service so you’ll never need to work with a third party - Expert installation by professional installers and design consultants With Matrix Basement Finishing, you get an exceptional product, outstanding service, and a finished basement you’ll love for life.

"Matrix Basements used a bait-and-switch tactic on us. Their rep, Christopher Powers, promised a detailed ceiling paint job?including cleaning debris, taping off areas, and handling wiring. Based on that, we signed a contract. But during the plan review, the project manager said none of that was included and even claimed he?d never heard of it. We were told Matrix doesn't clean, doesn?t tape, and won?t touch any wiring. We'd have to prep everything ourselves?or live with overspray and debris being painted over. I asked to cancel the contract, but Matrix stopped responding. Now we?re stuck with an open contract, out a down payment, and no work done. They won?t reply or resolve it. Avoid Matrix Basements if you want honest, reliable service."

David K on August 2025


Basement Repair Specialists, LLC

1400 S. Van Dyke Rd.
4.56(
35
)
Approved Pro

Basement Repair Specialists, LLC

1400 S. Van Dyke Rd.
4.56(
35
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
37 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

At Basement Repair Specialists, we liked the idea of giving people a good deal so much that we trademarked it! That’s right, in October 2014 the US Patent and Trademark Office granted Basement Repair Specialists a trademark for our corporate motto “A Great Job at a Great Price®” From our first days in business, Basement Repair Specialists has been committed to offering excellent work at a reasonable price. Treating customers fairly is a part of our company culture, and you will be very happy you selected Basement Repair Specialists for your project. We offer the following services: Repair of failing, leaning, or collapsed basement walls Water control, sump pumps, and general drainage issues Helical piers, resistance piers and other solutions to settling foundations and footings Egress windows Dehumidifiers

"I could not believe what they did in only two days. It is so nice to not have water anymore. The salesman really knew and understood the project and what it would take to get it done."

Faith N on September 2024

At Basement Repair Specialists, we liked the idea of giving people a good deal so much that we trademarked it! That’s right, in October 2014 the US Patent and Trademark Office granted Basement Repair Specialists a trademark for our corporate motto “A Great Job at a Great Price®” From our first days in business, Basement Repair Specialists has been committed to offering excellent work at a reasonable price. Treating customers fairly is a part of our company culture, and you will be very happy you selected Basement Repair Specialists for your project. We offer the following services: Repair of failing, leaning, or collapsed basement walls Water control, sump pumps, and general drainage issues Helical piers, resistance piers and other solutions to settling foundations and footings Egress windows Dehumidifiers

"I could not believe what they did in only two days. It is so nice to not have water anymore. The salesman really knew and understood the project and what it would take to get it done."

Faith N on September 2024


"Rick and Bob were very thorough, honest, and value quality in their work. I'm very pleased with the final product and would recommend their services to anyone."

Clint D on August 2024

Granzow Home Improvement, LLC is well known in the home improvement & remodeling industry, as a client-focused company that strives to ensure the highest levels of quality and customer satisfaction

"Rick and Bob were very thorough, honest, and value quality in their work. I'm very pleased with the final product and would recommend their services to anyone."

Clint D on August 2024


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Apex Building & Remodeling LLC

9 Liberty St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

Apex Building & Remodeling LLC

9 Liberty St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Apex helped me update my whole house, and were great! They are very helpful, communicative, and were able to get to the job quickly! They helped my vision come to life from new flooring, drywall, painting and more. Really happy with their service, and I cannot recommend them enough! "

Nico B on October 2025

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Apex helped me update my whole house, and were great! They are very helpful, communicative, and were able to get to the job quickly! They helped my vision come to life from new flooring, drywall, painting and more. Really happy with their service, and I cannot recommend them enough! "

Nico B on October 2025


Better Environmental Solutions, LLC

733 Struck Street, Unit #44688
4.92(
12
)
Approved Pro

Better Environmental Solutions, LLC

733 Struck Street, Unit #44688
4.92(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
11 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Welcome to Better Environmental Solutions, LLC! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction, that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. We carry different grades of products to fit in different budgets. Call us today, to learn more about how we can help you!

"friendly, good suggestions for improvements"

William W on July 2025

Welcome to Better Environmental Solutions, LLC! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction, that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. We carry different grades of products to fit in different budgets. Call us today, to learn more about how we can help you!

"friendly, good suggestions for improvements"

William W on July 2025


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Complete Handyman

2317 Mica Rd.
4.95(
21
)
Approved Pro

Complete Handyman

2317 Mica Rd.
4.95(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

My name is Mark Schwebach. I am the owner of Complete Handyman as a division of Dream Homes LLC. I founded the company in 2004. I am 100% involved with day to day activities. I specialize in finishing basements. When it comes to basements, I will be involved in every aspect of the job. I will be hands on from the initial design process, the bidding process, acquiring permits, doing the actual construction, overseeing sub-contractors, through to the completion of the finished basement. I personally guarantee the highest level of attention to quality and detail throughout the entire project.

"Mark did an excellent job with finishing our basement, it turned out exactly how we wanted. What we liked most about Mark is that he is very trustworthy and honest. He is very open and transparent with all the costs . He also is very detailed and percise and his subcontractors were very good as well. We would highly reccomend Mark if you need to finish your basement!"

Jim Q on December 2024

My name is Mark Schwebach. I am the owner of Complete Handyman as a division of Dream Homes LLC. I founded the company in 2004. I am 100% involved with day to day activities. I specialize in finishing basements. When it comes to basements, I will be involved in every aspect of the job. I will be hands on from the initial design process, the bidding process, acquiring permits, doing the actual construction, overseeing sub-contractors, through to the completion of the finished basement. I personally guarantee the highest level of attention to quality and detail throughout the entire project.

"Mark did an excellent job with finishing our basement, it turned out exactly how we wanted. What we liked most about Mark is that he is very trustworthy and honest. He is very open and transparent with all the costs . He also is very detailed and percise and his subcontractors were very good as well. We would highly reccomend Mark if you need to finish your basement!"

Jim Q on December 2024


Kaiser Construction

5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

Kaiser Construction

5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

Kaiser Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They did a great job of talking to me about my ideas, and planning out my remodel just the way I wanted it. They were on time, and got the work done right!"

Chris S s on November 2024

Kaiser Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They did a great job of talking to me about my ideas, and planning out my remodel just the way I wanted it. They were on time, and got the work done right!"

Chris S s on November 2024


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Matrix Basement Finishing

3050 N Kennicott Ave
4.54(
275
)
Approved Pro

Matrix Basement Finishing

3050 N Kennicott Ave
4.54(
275
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
282 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing 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.

"The basement looks amazing, the crew did an excellent job. They were efficient, kept to their schedules, and did great work."

Matthew R on October 2025

We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing 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.

"The basement looks amazing, the crew did an excellent job. They were efficient, kept to their schedules, and did great work."

Matthew R on October 2025


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Kool View Co.,Inc.

1860 Bud Dr #104
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Approved Pro

Kool View Co.,Inc.

1860 Bud Dr #104
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Approved Pro
95 local quotes requested
52 years of experience

Serving Southern Wisconsin and the greater Fox Valley area Kool View began business in 1973 selling glass coatings to save energy and stop furniture fading. In 1979 we were awarded a US. Department of Energy grant to study the "honeycomb" concept of window insulation. In 1982 we were granted a patent on our very own "Seal-A-Shade" product. We also began selling passive solar rooms. Over time passive solar sunrooms became our main product. We have built over 2000 sun room, patio room and room additions. Our construction focus has always been saving energy, improving the home environment and adding long term value to your home. If you have a unique design in mind or a challenging job site you have come to the right place! With with our trained staff of designers and craftsmen, Kool View is in the position to make your dream room an energy efficient reality. Kool View offers you the best of the "High Tech" corporate world while remaining a locally owned and operated business. We never forget that our customers are also our neighbors. Drop into our showroom or call us for a free, in-home estimate. We'd love to hear from you!

Serving Southern Wisconsin and the greater Fox Valley area Kool View began business in 1973 selling glass coatings to save energy and stop furniture fading. In 1979 we were awarded a US. Department of Energy grant to study the "honeycomb" concept of window insulation. In 1982 we were granted a patent on our very own "Seal-A-Shade" product. We also began selling passive solar rooms. Over time passive solar sunrooms became our main product. We have built over 2000 sun room, patio room and room additions. Our construction focus has always been saving energy, improving the home environment and adding long term value to your home. If you have a unique design in mind or a challenging job site you have come to the right place! With with our trained staff of designers and craftsmen, Kool View is in the position to make your dream room an energy efficient reality. Kool View offers you the best of the "High Tech" corporate world while remaining a locally owned and operated business. We never forget that our customers are also our neighbors. Drop into our showroom or call us for a free, in-home estimate. We'd love to hear from you!

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Madison, WI

While the terms remodeling, renovating, and finishing are often used interchangeably, there are some differences. Remodeling your basement transforms the space by changing its layout, adding new features, or altering its function. Renovating restores the existing space to like-new condition without major structural changes. Finishing converts an unfinished basement into a livable area with walls, ceilings, and flooring.

A full basement remodel typically takes two to six weeks, depending on the project's complexity and any unforeseen challenges. Factors like design changes, permitting, and material availability can affect the timeline, as well as the availability of the contractors you’re working with. Remember that the bigger the project, the longer it will take to complete.

Remodeling your basement is not just about gaining extra space—it's a savvy investment. You can expect around a 70% return on investment (ROI), comparable to other major home improvements like kitchen or bathroom remodels. Adding functional living space boosts your home's value and appeals to potential buyers. Plus, converting your basement into a rental apartment could provide additional income, increasing your return even more.

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