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Klock Home Services
New to Angi
Basement - Remodel

Serving Sandwich, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.

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Chicago Tech Construction
5.0(
4
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Sandwich, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am absolutely amazed with my basement renovation! I went from having a dark, forgotten storage space to the absolute favorite room in my house, all thanks to the incredible team at Chicago Tech Construction. If you?re sitting on an unfinished basement, call them right now?seriously! I finally have the basement of my dreams! Whether it?s the perfectly level floors or the seamless drywall, the attention to detail is just mind-blowing. Chicago Tech Construction is hands-down the best contractor in Chicago!"
C & G Vision Builders
4.9(
18
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Sandwich, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very professional, the owner communicates well on time frames and arrives on time. I have no complain about the job I absolutely love my remodeled home. He is great on explaining the quality of the material I was choosing a cheap flooring and he showed me the value of better flooring and I'm so glad he did because I'm in love with my floor. He is very detail orient with his jobs."
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Visionary Building Group, LLC
5.0(
4
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Sandwich, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Visionary Building Group values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We believe we are stewards entrusted to use our shared talents, capabilities, and resources to achieve the greatest results possible. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in kitchen, bathroom, and basement remodels; full milled custom staircases, radius and architectural millwork; decks, concrete as well as stamped patios, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. \nWe look forward to helping you develop your vision by delivering the best construction solutions for your project. We strive to build lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Basement - Remodel

Serving Sandwich, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"Amanda was really very good!  At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it.  It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about.  I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Sandwich, 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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