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Phase 2 Contracting

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Phase 2 Contracting

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

Many people think that remodeling is going to be very intrusive on their daily routine. This is not the case with Phase 2 Contracting. We have been in the remodeling business since 2007 and understand the burden of not being settled. We are more than happy to work with your schedule and plan the remodel so things run smoothly in order to avoid delays in your project. We have completed projects ranging from simple bathroom jobs to whole house remodels with minimal interruption to the customers lifestyle. We have recently opened up a showroom at 719 Centreville Ave. Belleville IL. We have kitchen cabinets and countertops, bathroom vanities and tops, vanity mirrors, cabinet hardware, lighting and plumbing fixtures,and a variety of hardwood, engineered and vinyl plank flooring.

"Simply excellent."

Adam P on September 2023

Many people think that remodeling is going to be very intrusive on their daily routine. This is not the case with Phase 2 Contracting. We have been in the remodeling business since 2007 and understand the burden of not being settled. We are more than happy to work with your schedule and plan the remodel so things run smoothly in order to avoid delays in your project. We have completed projects ranging from simple bathroom jobs to whole house remodels with minimal interruption to the customers lifestyle. We have recently opened up a showroom at 719 Centreville Ave. Belleville IL. We have kitchen cabinets and countertops, bathroom vanities and tops, vanity mirrors, cabinet hardware, lighting and plumbing fixtures,and a variety of hardwood, engineered and vinyl plank flooring.

"Simply excellent."

Adam P on September 2023


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STLBuildPro

4.63(
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STLBuildPro

4.63(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

STLBuildPro consists of two contracting companies: Carrera Exteriors LLC and Carrera Plaster Restoration LLC. We focus on customer satisfaction by providing a combination of services with excellent value and integrity. We are experienced in insurance claims and we work with insurance companies.

"They did a solid job and were a pleasure to deal with. Very professional."

Curtis H on October 2023

STLBuildPro consists of two contracting companies: Carrera Exteriors LLC and Carrera Plaster Restoration LLC. We focus on customer satisfaction by providing a combination of services with excellent value and integrity. We are experienced in insurance claims and we work with insurance companies.

"They did a solid job and were a pleasure to deal with. Very professional."

Curtis H on October 2023


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CoCara Remodeling LLC

5.00(
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CoCara Remodeling LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

CoCara Remodeling LLC, is a one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We're dedicated to offering a customizable solution to make your remodeling experience long lasting and memorable. No job is too big or too small. Our team is highly experienced, and has a diverse skillset to offer.

"Shawn and his guys do amazing work. From the first time I met him, I knew he was honest and professional in what he does. There was a problem with flooring issue during the job and he fixed it for me. Just today, I had an issue with my doors sticking and he came to fix it. He is a stand up guy for sure. I would recommend his work to anyone if you are looking for a high quality product at a great price!"

Jason K on May 2021

CoCara Remodeling LLC, is a one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We're dedicated to offering a customizable solution to make your remodeling experience long lasting and memorable. No job is too big or too small. Our team is highly experienced, and has a diverse skillset to offer.

"Shawn and his guys do amazing work. From the first time I met him, I knew he was honest and professional in what he does. There was a problem with flooring issue during the job and he fixed it for me. Just today, I had an issue with my doors sticking and he came to fix it. He is a stand up guy for sure. I would recommend his work to anyone if you are looking for a high quality product at a great price!"

Jason K on May 2021


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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC

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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC

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2026 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.

As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.


Mueller Contracting LLC

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Mueller Contracting LLC

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2026 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a small, family based company that provides excellent communication, and excellent work. We have a high attention to detail. We would be appreciative of your work. We have been in the construction industry for 20 years. We can provide select demolition, small structural demolition, and clean up services.

We are a small, family based company that provides excellent communication, and excellent work. We have a high attention to detail. We would be appreciative of your work. We have been in the construction industry for 20 years. We can provide select demolition, small structural demolition, and clean up services.


MJ Buildings

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MJ Buildings

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Customers say: Quick response
12 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"

Robin B on February 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very nice guys and willing to work with you. Photos coming soon"

Robin B on February 2025


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Dana King Design-Build and Remodeling

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Dana King Design-Build and Remodeling

4.61(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
62 local quotes requested
23 years of experience

At Dana King, we are an award-winning design-build firm that delivers innovative home improvement solutions to St. Louis. From the initial concept to completion, we provide one point of accountability to ensure peace of mind that your remodel will be as envisioned and professionally executed. Our mission is to enhance the way you live in your home.

"We were extremely pleased with the work they did when we had our master bathroom remodeled. The entire process was seamless from start to finish. They were so professional when they were in the house and kept the entire area contained. I always assumed a renovation would be stressful, but it was not at all. Picking out the materials and fixtures was even fun! The entire team was great and they were exactly on time to the week. They were very responsive to any questions. I highly recommend them, and hope to work with them again in the future."

Mary Clare F on May 2025

At Dana King, we are an award-winning design-build firm that delivers innovative home improvement solutions to St. Louis. From the initial concept to completion, we provide one point of accountability to ensure peace of mind that your remodel will be as envisioned and professionally executed. Our mission is to enhance the way you live in your home.

"We were extremely pleased with the work they did when we had our master bathroom remodeled. The entire process was seamless from start to finish. They were so professional when they were in the house and kept the entire area contained. I always assumed a renovation would be stressful, but it was not at all. Picking out the materials and fixtures was even fun! The entire team was great and they were exactly on time to the week. They were very responsive to any questions. I highly recommend them, and hope to work with them again in the future."

Mary Clare F on May 2025


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VMK Remodeling

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VMK Remodeling

5.00(
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Super Service Award
18 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Vinc is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"FIREPLACE ELECTRICAL INSERT!! We hired Vinc and crew a second time to make the fireplace insert happen. They worked very hard to modify the old brick opening and seal everything up properly. Vinc has great suggestions and ideas! He created us a one of a kind beautiful year round updated look for our home we love & been enjoying for two weeks! We will hire him again! "

James S on November 2025

Vinc is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"FIREPLACE ELECTRICAL INSERT!! We hired Vinc and crew a second time to make the fireplace insert happen. They worked very hard to modify the old brick opening and seal everything up properly. Vinc has great suggestions and ideas! He created us a one of a kind beautiful year round updated look for our home we love & been enjoying for two weeks! We will hire him again! "

James S on November 2025


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Prolifik Contracting LLC

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Prolifik Contracting LLC

5.00(
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Prolifik Contracting, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We specialized in renovations of Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements, Painting, Framing/Drywall, Flooring, general contracting and so much more. We look forward to working with you!

"Very efficient and priced reasonably. He help me come up with the design and vision I wanted for my area. He also went out of his way to make sure my game was pleased with his work! "

Michelle B on January 2026

Prolifik Contracting, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We specialized in renovations of Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements, Painting, Framing/Drywall, Flooring, general contracting and so much more. We look forward to working with you!

"Very efficient and priced reasonably. He help me come up with the design and vision I wanted for my area. He also went out of his way to make sure my game was pleased with his work! "

Michelle B on January 2026


3 J'S SEAMLESS GUTTERING

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3 J'S SEAMLESS GUTTERING

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30 years of experience

Christian Family owned and operated, serving all listed counties for 20 years. Maintains 6 full time qualified employees as well as 2 part time. Cash, check, credit cards accepted. Free estimates and consultations.

Christian Family owned and operated, serving all listed counties for 20 years. Maintains 6 full time qualified employees as well as 2 part time. Cash, check, credit cards accepted. Free estimates and consultations.

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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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