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Excellent Remodeling LTD

5.00(
90
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Excellent Remodeling LTD

5.00(
90
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

Excellent Remodeling LTD is your premiere home remodeling company specializing in basement remodels. Our primary owner, Jolanta Jagoda, has over 30 years in the home remodeling and construction industry. She is trusted, professional, and efficient, and will always see the project through to the customer's satisfaction. Excellent Construction Inc is bonded, insured and licensed in home improvement. We are located in the Northwest Suburbs and Downtown Chicago. *We do not provide any type of flooding recovery services for basement remodels* Call us for a free estimate and to get a professional out to your home today!

"We had a lovely experience working with Excellent Remodelind. Jolanta was always responsive and worked around our schedules throughout the whole process. Wojtek thought of everything along the way to ensure we got the basement we wanted. His work ethic and professionalism was second to none. We could not recommend them enough."

Kaleb R on January 2026

Excellent Remodeling LTD is your premiere home remodeling company specializing in basement remodels. Our primary owner, Jolanta Jagoda, has over 30 years in the home remodeling and construction industry. She is trusted, professional, and efficient, and will always see the project through to the customer's satisfaction. Excellent Construction Inc is bonded, insured and licensed in home improvement. We are located in the Northwest Suburbs and Downtown Chicago. *We do not provide any type of flooding recovery services for basement remodels* Call us for a free estimate and to get a professional out to your home today!

"We had a lovely experience working with Excellent Remodelind. Jolanta was always responsive and worked around our schedules throughout the whole process. Wojtek thought of everything along the way to ensure we got the basement we wanted. His work ethic and professionalism was second to none. We could not recommend them enough."

Kaleb R on January 2026

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Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area

4.22(
45
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Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area

4.22(
45
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
30 local quotes requested
42 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.

"The Entire Matrix team was great to work with, professionals all the way around, explained every single details of the project and kept us up to date with the builder app where they post everything from demolition, framming, plumbing, electrical and pictures of the entire process from start to finish."

Eli R on January 2026

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.

"The Entire Matrix team was great to work with, professionals all the way around, explained every single details of the project and kept us up to date with the builder app where they post everything from demolition, framming, plumbing, electrical and pictures of the entire process from start to finish."

Eli R on January 2026

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B&C Remodeling, Inc.

4.83(
6
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B&C Remodeling, Inc.

4.83(
6
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
13 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Welcome to B&C Remodeling, Inc.! We have been proudly serving the Mount Prospect and surrounding areas since 2000. We're a full service construction company specializing in bathroom and kitchen remodels. Give us a call today, and let us make your dreams into reality!

"We had a very good experience with B & C remodeling. Our contractor Bill had good ideas and was very professional and personable. We are really happy with how our kitchen turned out."

lisa s on June 2025

Welcome to B&C Remodeling, Inc.! We have been proudly serving the Mount Prospect and surrounding areas since 2000. We're a full service construction company specializing in bathroom and kitchen remodels. Give us a call today, and let us make your dreams into reality!

"We had a very good experience with B & C remodeling. Our contractor Bill had good ideas and was very professional and personable. We are really happy with how our kitchen turned out."

lisa s on June 2025

IWD Development Corp.

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IWD Development Corp.

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•Approved Pro
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

JVNA Solution, LLC

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro

JVNA Solution, LLC

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"The crew was very professional. Started the job and they made progress every day exactly to my request. They showed me different options and ideas which I appreciated. The job was done quickly, within schedule, and at a reasonable cost, and with great quality. I would hire them again for further work on my home and I will recommend them to anyone because of their hard work!"

Andre x on August 2021

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"The crew was very professional. Started the job and they made progress every day exactly to my request. They showed me different options and ideas which I appreciated. The job was done quickly, within schedule, and at a reasonable cost, and with great quality. I would hire them again for further work on my home and I will recommend them to anyone because of their hard work!"

Andre x on August 2021

All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
33
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All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
33
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

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Grandview Construction, Inc.

4.93(
30
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Grandview Construction, Inc.

4.93(
30
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from bathroom remodels to major home repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Grandview Construction, Inc., a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"I am so grateful to Grandview Construction for our beautiful, new kitchen and master shower! They also painted our entire first floor including the trim. Our experience with Jeremy and his wonderful crew was A+mazing! Their workmanship was excellent, and Jeremy was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. The crew was friendly, professional and clearly experts at what they do. One of them has almost 30 years of experience in the industry. Jeremy and his crew provided many helpful details about the project from start to finish and was quick to let us know if any issues arose. When they had to make any adjustments they explained the reasons and were very patient in answering all of our questions and since this was our very first kitchen remodel we had a lot of questions. The project was completed on time and stayed within the very fair competitive estimate he gave us in the beginning, and we could not be happier with the gorgeous finished product. We will work with them on any other project we might do on our home, and I would recommend Grandview Construction without any reservation to anyone who is looking for a dependable and honest general contractor to work on their house."

Karisa H on August 2023

With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from bathroom remodels to major home repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Grandview Construction, Inc., a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"I am so grateful to Grandview Construction for our beautiful, new kitchen and master shower! They also painted our entire first floor including the trim. Our experience with Jeremy and his wonderful crew was A+mazing! Their workmanship was excellent, and Jeremy was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. The crew was friendly, professional and clearly experts at what they do. One of them has almost 30 years of experience in the industry. Jeremy and his crew provided many helpful details about the project from start to finish and was quick to let us know if any issues arose. When they had to make any adjustments they explained the reasons and were very patient in answering all of our questions and since this was our very first kitchen remodel we had a lot of questions. The project was completed on time and stayed within the very fair competitive estimate he gave us in the beginning, and we could not be happier with the gorgeous finished product. We will work with them on any other project we might do on our home, and I would recommend Grandview Construction without any reservation to anyone who is looking for a dependable and honest general contractor to work on their house."

Karisa H on August 2023

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Northside Builders and Construction LLC

5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro

Northside Builders and Construction LLC

5.00(
4
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•Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Northside Builders and Construction, we provide expert service for all your home improvement needs. Whether it's a quick repair, remodel, or anything in between, our team delivers quality work on time. We specialize in property maintenance, bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, painting(interior and exterior), plumbing, electrical, flooring and more! We also partner with real estate developers and investors, offering solutions for investment properties and commercial spaces. From renovations to build-outs, we ensure your properties are ready to impress. Our concierge service manages all details, from permits to contractors, ensuring a smooth experience. No job is too big or small. Contact us today for a free estimate and make your next project a success!

"I had the pleasure of working with Mike, a general contractor for my multi-unit investment property on the northwest side of Chicago. Mike demonstrated a strong vision for how to add value to the property, offering creative solutions (adding livable square footage to the attic unit for a duplex up) that made a significant impact. His attention to detail and ability to identify areas for improvement helped enhance the property's after rehab value, all while staying within budget. What stood out most was his excellent communication throughout the entire process—he was always available to address questions or concerns and kept me updated on progress (daily updates). His professionalism and efficiency were unmatched, making the project run smoothly from start to finish. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and thoughtful contractor."

Rocco G on February 2025

At Northside Builders and Construction, we provide expert service for all your home improvement needs. Whether it's a quick repair, remodel, or anything in between, our team delivers quality work on time. We specialize in property maintenance, bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, painting(interior and exterior), plumbing, electrical, flooring and more! We also partner with real estate developers and investors, offering solutions for investment properties and commercial spaces. From renovations to build-outs, we ensure your properties are ready to impress. Our concierge service manages all details, from permits to contractors, ensuring a smooth experience. No job is too big or small. Contact us today for a free estimate and make your next project a success!

"I had the pleasure of working with Mike, a general contractor for my multi-unit investment property on the northwest side of Chicago. Mike demonstrated a strong vision for how to add value to the property, offering creative solutions (adding livable square footage to the attic unit for a duplex up) that made a significant impact. His attention to detail and ability to identify areas for improvement helped enhance the property's after rehab value, all while staying within budget. What stood out most was his excellent communication throughout the entire process—he was always available to address questions or concerns and kept me updated on progress (daily updates). His professionalism and efficiency were unmatched, making the project run smoothly from start to finish. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and thoughtful contractor."

Rocco G on February 2025

Hero...Your Construction Partner

4.00(
4
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•Approved Pro

Hero...Your Construction Partner

4.00(
4
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

"I?m sad to write this review as Hero started off as a wonderful landscape partner to us with excellent communication and integrity. Unfortunately this past year we paid for a season pass of bi-weekly lawn mowing services plus an additional spring clean up service. We tried to work things out with Hero but ultimately we received fewer than half the lawn visits, no spring clean up and the visits we received were sporatic and not on the promised timeline. Hero agreed to come by with the refund for part of the services he did not provide but has since ghosted us despite consistent attempts to reach out by phone, text, Zelle and in-person. We lost $480 in services."

Qiu F on December 2025

we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

"I?m sad to write this review as Hero started off as a wonderful landscape partner to us with excellent communication and integrity. Unfortunately this past year we paid for a season pass of bi-weekly lawn mowing services plus an additional spring clean up service. We tried to work things out with Hero but ultimately we received fewer than half the lawn visits, no spring clean up and the visits we received were sporatic and not on the promised timeline. Hero agreed to come by with the refund for part of the services he did not provide but has since ghosted us despite consistent attempts to reach out by phone, text, Zelle and in-person. We lost $480 in services."

Qiu F on December 2025

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HandyKarl, Inc.

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro

HandyKarl, Inc.

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

HandyKarl 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.

"Karl and his crew are top notch. Great communication, attention to detail, and very fair pricing. Remodeling can be very overwhelming and Karl makes the process a piece of cake. Lastly, Karl recommends upgrades and finishing touches that are always the more affordable option - never any surprises with expensive add-ons or the final bill!"

Jon R on August 2023

HandyKarl 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.

"Karl and his crew are top notch. Great communication, attention to detail, and very fair pricing. Remodeling can be very overwhelming and Karl makes the process a piece of cake. Lastly, Karl recommends upgrades and finishing touches that are always the more affordable option - never any surprises with expensive add-ons or the final bill!"

Jon R on August 2023

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Skokie, 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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