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Avatar for Excellent Remodeling LTD
Excellent Remodeling LTD
4.8(
103
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very happy we hired Jolanta and Excellent Construction for our basement remodel. Jolanta was always willing to answer our questions, kept us informed throughout the process and provided value for our money. Lukasz & Robert are true craftsman and paid attention to every detail no matter how small and always left the job site clean. I highly recommend using Excellent Construction and would not hesitate to use them for future projects."
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Basement
Theater Room in the basement
Entertainment center in the basement
Wet Bar in the basement

+113

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GR General Contracting
4.2(
267
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My basement turned out amazing! Full bathroom installed, including 3-person sauna. Electrical work, lightening, painting, drywall and matte finish black ceiling all turned out fantastic! Gordan’s crew were all terrific. Professional, hard working, and always cleaned up before leaving for the night. Highly recommend!"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement

+63

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The JK Complete Remodeling team is very talented. They helped me design the basement remodel (about 1000 sq feet) with a bathroom, bedroom, kitchen/bar, tv area, storage, coat closet and kids area including building it all out. They walked us through the different steps of the build out and made wonderful suggestions on what would look best or makes the most sense in layout, electrical switches/outlets, etc. Their carpentry, tiling and stone work is impressive as you can see from the pictures. They built the shelves and wine rack in the bar area, built the frame around the chalkboard paint in the kids area, built out a closet into our garage space. I would highly recommend this professional team."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
95
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"We recently had our basement bathroom redone due to water damage from broken water pipes. It was a pleasure working with Angelo and his team who were all very professional and experienced. Angelo was in constant contact and made sure that all work was performed to my satisfaction."
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Basement 2 Finish
3.7(
119
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are very happy with the work. Very professional. They also had amazing workers to finish our basement. They always had a solution for every problem that occurred during the remodeling and they are reasonably priced."
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Lockport, IL Basement

+411

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area
3.5(
84
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be happier with the work Matrix Basements did on our basement! From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, the team was professional, courteous, and incredibly skilled. They transformed our unfinished space into a beautiful, functional area that our whole family can enjoy. The quality of the craftsmanship is outstanding every detail was thoughtfully executed. They stayed on schedule and within budget, which was a huge plus. The team was also great at communicating with us throughout the project, ensuring we were informed and comfortable every step of the way. Our new basement has completely exceeded our expectations. If you are looking for a remodeler who delivers exceptional results with top-notch service, I highly recommend Matrix Basement Finishing. They truly deserve all five stars!"
Basement Remodel
Speak Easy Basement
Matrix Plans 1
Living Room
Before Basement Finishing

+92

38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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KSRP Construction, Inc.
4.5(
19
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Russ was very helpful, professional and trustworthy. His staff was professional and really respectful of our property. They did an amazing job! We are pleased with the outcome. We now have a beautiful functioning basement. Will definitely refer to friends and family."
Lockport Flip
Kankakee
Kankakee
Amli Apartments
Home Burnt

+503

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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All Season Renovations & Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

For all your flooring and renovation dreams, All Season Renovations & Construction will be there to deliver service, quality and honesty all year round. Call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!\n

Kitchen/floor/stairs
Kitchen/floor/stairs
Kitchen/floor/stairs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Cornerstone Remodeling By A & A, LLC
Cornerstone Remodeling By A & A, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"We recently had our bathroom remodeled and couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, communicative, and paid great attention to detail throughout the project. The quality of the work is excellent, and the space looks modern and functional. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable bathroom remodel!"
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Staircase Remodel
Staircase Remodel
House Remodel

+9

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Go Easy Construction
5.0(
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Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Christopherà ¢ s work is incredibly beautiful. He performed everything to the highest standard, and suggested coming back to tweak a few minor details to take our mudroom custom cabinets to the next level. He was very open to our design preferences and went to a number of places to help us achieve the look, quality and material vision we had in mind. We had initially hired him to do a custom hood in our kitchen and were beyond happy with the results. We would hire him again without a second thought."
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in South Elgin, 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 South Elgin, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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