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CU Midwest Designs, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John did A wonderful job remodeling my bathroom. He fixed the hole in my ceiling, painted my walls, and redid my bathroom door. Would highly recommend"
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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Custom Home Updates
5.0(
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

" our experience with shane and his team was quite positive they started on time just like they had promised on their schedule they finished on time just like they had promised on their schedule they responded positive positively to changes in process where we asked them to do some additional things under the same job and they accommodated us accommodated the request they also took ownership for 1 mistake in communications that came about during the project and freely accepted to make the improvements the way we wanted it or the changes the way that we wanted them they were extremely courteous they did a great job of after every day and after the completion of the job we were extremely satisfied and would have them do work on our home again thanks. "
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+13

Response time6 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Second Street Renovations
4.6(
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josh, Jason, and Josh worked very professionally and kept us informed every step of the way. They were especially flexible when we had to coordinate their work with a plumber to get a radiator removed and plaster repaired. It was great to see the cooperation between them in pretty tight space. We are very happy with the outcome."
Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Robinson General Construction
5.0(
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

" "I recently hired Robinson General Construction for a complete bathroom remodel, and I couldn't be happier with the results! From the initial consultation to the final walk-through, Cole and Gavin were very professional, courteous, and highly skilled. They listened to my ideas, offered helpful suggestions, and stayed within my budget. The quality of their workmanship is outstanding, and they paid attention to every detail. My new bathroom is beautiful and functional, and it's exactly what I wanted. I highly recommend Robinson General Construction to anyone looking to remodel their bathroom." "
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Response time2 days
Steven Grant Construction
4.9(
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was done properly and when some additional jobs were added, Mr Grant went out of his way to get subcontractor's in to fix the added jobs promptly. I was very happy with the results and would recommend Steven Grant Construction to anyone who needed a prompt quote and a properly done job. He took the extra steps to finish my job within the quote so I stayed on budget."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Promax Construction
4.3(
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Serving Urbana, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were in the top two. I did go with the other company, because they were less expensive, however, I was very impressed with their responsiveness and the higher quality that they were suggesting."
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Urbana, 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 Urbana, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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