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Marvon Construction, LLC
5.0(
32
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Serving Mount Zion, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marvon's crew did an excellent job with renovations to the main floor of our 36 year old home. The work ethic his crew demonstrated was exception now days. They take pride in their work and truly want the customer to be happy with the end product. I would hire them again if I need this level of work done again."
Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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1600 Contracting LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Mount Zion, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He did a great job in my garage. Cleaned and sealed the shelves and pressure washed the concrete floor, painted the walls and the shelves. He was very patient with me choosing the right color. I love the result! Highly recommend. "
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by6%of homeowners
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A1A Plumbing / Tom Chapman and Son Company
5.0(
25
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Serving Mount Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very well. He replaced an old shower stall in my basement with a new one. He replaced the rotten wood holding it with new platform. Did a nice job. Cleaned up and removed the old."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Steven Grant Construction
4.9(
18
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Serving Mount Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was done properly and when some additional jobs were added, Mr Grant went out of his way to get subcontractor's in to fix the added jobs promptly. I was very happy with the results and would recommend Steven Grant Construction to anyone who needed a prompt quote and a properly done job. He took the extra steps to finish my job within the quote so I stayed on budget."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Arteman's Construction
4.8(
18
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Serving Mount Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Arteman's Construction offers FREE estimates no matter what the job is! Our goal iands to make each and every customer happy. We take pride in the quality of workmanship, our honesty and clean, quality service. Our company is a pround member of the Better Business Bureau & backed by the superpages guarantee. We gladly accept Visa & Master Card. Additional DBA - Arteman's Construction.

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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A-1 Masonry
5.0(
22
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Serving Mount Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

A-1 Masonry specializes in Tuck pointing and Restoration, Chimney Rebuilds and Chimney Cleanings and Inspections.\nWe do it all when it comes to Masonry. Mike Porzelius (owner) of A-1 Masonry is a third generation brick layer and mason contractor. Mike has been working in the trade since he was a little boy. Mike has completed a 4 year apprenticeship and graduated to become a Journeymen Bricklayer and now has owned his own successful business since 2004.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Mount Zion, 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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