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JS Precise Remodeling
4.8(
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Serving Riverside, 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."
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+55

Recommended by90%of homeowners
J T General Contracting
4.4(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim and his crew did a FANTASTIC job of completely remodeling my two kitchens and bathrooms in my two flat building.These projects included beautiful new cabinets and counter tops ,lighting,electrical outlets,plumbing and flooring. These were complete remodels and they are beautiful and functional. The work was completed on time as scheduled at a fair price. Jim has done many other jobs for me throughout the years including all new windows and all of his work has been excellent grade A work. I would highly recommend him for all your remodeling needs."
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+35

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"I can't say enough about A P Builders and how absolutely wonderful they have been from start to finish. We completely gutted and remodeled our home and Angelo was upfront, honest, timely, and everything that was contracted was done to perfection. We had crew there every day from start to finish. He started on time and finished on time. Any change orders were handled professionally and solutions were found for any unforeseen challenges due to the age of my home. I highly recommend AP Builders for any of your home improvement needs."
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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U.S. Home Services
4.8(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired them to do our attic, bonus room and basement. They did a wonderful job. They went out of their way to keep us informed during the entire process. I would highly recommend them. Johnny was great to work with. We will hire them for other services."
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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quinlan Construction - Decks and Renovations
4.4(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The guys helped me with a quick kitchen remodel on some cabinets. They were courteous & professional. I didn’t feel like I was being ripped off. They explained the job & came in on budget with no surprises."
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Back Yard Deck & Bridge

+9

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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NEW EXPECTATION REMODELING LLC
5.0(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We recently hired New Expectation Remodeling LLC to renovate our basement office and were thoroughly impressed by their quality and attention to detail. We recommend them and are already planning future projects with their team. Key Highlights: Estimation: The process was seamless; Stephen provided a competitive estimate one day after our initial meeting. Communication: Was very good. We spent time aligning expectations via email before the start, ensuring alignment and a smooth project. Professionalism: The team was punctual and showed visible progress every day. They also cleanup the workspace nightly. Reliability & Quality: Although the project took slightly longer than estimated, the results were worth the wait. When we identified a couple issues, they returned to make the necessary corrections. It is a great feeling to have a contractor you can trust. We look forward to working with them again!"
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+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DESIGNFirst Builders
3.6(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We worked with Linda at DESIGNfirst to scope out initial designs for multiple variations of a major multi-floor / multi-room remodel of our home. She was extremely helpful in proposing and developing design ideas and effective at working with her team to turn around our proposal variations in a timely fashion with high quality. We ultimately held off on our remodeling plans for reasons completely unrelated to the outstanding work Linda and DESIGNfirst provided. We hope to revisit our remodeling plans at the right time, and when we do, we know who we'll call!"
Wet bar and Dining
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Wet Bar
Bathroom
Kitchen

+366

Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OCP Construction, Inc
4.3(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired OCP Construction for a couple of projects: Finishing the Basement with a family room, office, bathroom, kitchenette, and laundry room and the second project remodeling the attic. We can not thank enough the company owners, management, and especially their best crew who transformed and made significant changes to our living spaces and our living environment. From the day we met with James and Jay, we felt very confident in our choice of company for our projects. Respectful, polite, professional, knowledgeable, dedicated, hard-working, responsible, dependable, you name any good qualities and all we can apply to OCP construction and their crew who were very punctual and completed all work in the terms it was promised. I will recommend the company to anyone who is looking for great quality and honest services. Thank you very much OCP Construction and we definitely will be using your services again in the future. Thank you for your business!"
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+115

Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Riverside, 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 Riverside, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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