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Avatar for Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.9(
83
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thank you, Cesar and team, for such a wonderful experience from our initial meeting through the final walk-through! I originally met with Cesar to discuss remodeling our mudroom and laundry room. After our first conversation, the scope quickly grew into a much larger project that included a complete mudroom remodel, creating a new laundry room, updating our powder room, replacing carpet in two rooms with hardwood flooring, and refinishing all of the hardwood floors on our first floor. Were there a few hiccups along the way? Of course—every renovation has them. What truly stood out was how Cesar and his team handled every challenge. They addressed issues quickly, communicated openly, and always kept us informed of the plan moving forward. Their responsiveness and commitment to doing the job right gave us confidence throughout the entire process. We are looking forward to making more changes to our home with Cesar and Top Bros team!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for JS Precise Remodeling
JS Precise Remodeling
4.8(
42
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jerry remodeled my basement last year before I sold my house. Also painted living room and dining room and replaced light fixture. He and his partner were courteous, hard-working and neat. They did a great job. My house sold in 3 days-I think partly because of the good work Jerry did."
WOODRIGE
STREAMWOOD
SCHAUMBURG
CHICAGO
bifor

+55

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for 4Ever Remodeling
4Ever Remodeling
4.9(
392
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so happy with our basement remodeling amazing job from start to finish. Damian and his team are very professional, accurate and always answered our questions and concerns. We will be using 4Ever Remodeling in the future."
Full Kitchen Remodel
Basement Living
Kitchen Remodel
CAFÉ Appliances
Pendant Lighting

+655

Response time11 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Q M R Remodeling
4.8(
48
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We contacted Jeff regarding our master bath remodel after reading excellent reviews on Angie's List and those reviews did not disappoint. We found Jeff to be very meticulous and responsive. He and his son, Max, did an excellent job and their workmanship exceeded our expectations. Jeff was very accommodating with any changes we asked for and they kept the work area very clean. We would definitely recommend Jeff and Max. We look forward to working with them on our next project."
Kitchen
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bathroom
Additional Photos

+2

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for High Quality Painting LLC
High Quality Painting LLC
4.8(
103
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Salvador and his crew did excellent work in finishing our basement. They installed a beautiful wet bar, cabinets, a full kitchenette, can LED lighting, tiled floor, bathroom and shower. Their dry wall and painting is superb. The luxury vinyl planking floor throughout looks marvelous along with the white base board and trim. Structural, Framing, Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC was all done to code. They took their time and paid attention to all the details as they take great pride in their work. HQP price was fair and reasonable. They also stand behind their work. We are very pleased with our finished basement and I would highly recommend Salvador and his company."
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+46

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for KSR Home Improvement
KSR Home Improvement
4.9(
41
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"KSR has done 2 jobs at my home (a full bath remodel and a basement living room) both excellent work! Very easy to communicate with. Work was completed on the established timeline (even a little quicker than expected). Good attention to small details. Would definitely recommend to others."
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+22

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JK complete remodeling did a wonderful job on our basement! They were always on time, and working very hard to complete the job. They kept us updated on everything they were doing throughout the process. The work they did on our basement turned on amazing, from the painting, to the floors, everything looks perfect and professional. Thank you jk complete, we will be calling them for any future projects at our home."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
J T General Contracting
4.4(
702
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Oak Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim replied to all messages in a short time, and did an excellent job when we hired him. Finding the door we were looking for was very difficult. Jim contacted many vendors and showed us several options until he found a door very similar to what we were looking for. He did a very good job covering the area around the sitting room and cleaning after work was done. The result was excellent. We are very pleased and we will look for Jim for next remodeling."
North side
Deck with sealer
No sealer
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Front view before sealer applied

+35

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Oak 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.

The Oak Park, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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