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Avatar for Jakubek Inc Remodeling
Jakubek Inc Remodeling
4.8(
127
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jakubek did a great job on our basement remodel. David, Robert, Aric, and Tom showed up everyday on time, and were very polite, very quick, and very clean. They put down floor protection when they moved materials in and out of the house. At the start of each day they would explain what they were doing and at the end of the day we could walk through to check on progress and next steps. All of our requests were accommodated, and David was very responsive and flexible with change orders and a last minute decision that we made. Overall, the basement turned out great. It adds 50% more space to our house and provides a warm/clean place for the kids to play. If I could go back in time I'd hire David and Jakubek sooner."
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+91

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.8(
77
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ceaser and his brother were amazing! Another flooring vendor dropped the ball, and they were able to step in and get the job done in just three days - quote, sample and installation. They were very professional, responsive and kept us updated on the progress and status of the job. They jumped through hoops to make this happen for my parents, and we all couldn't be happier. Ceaser even went out of his way to my parents' current home to personally thank them. He even climbed up on the tractor to shake my dad's hand when the job was complete. Even though they are in northern Illinois, I know I will be recommending them to anyone who has a remodeling or flooring job. Thank you!"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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GR General Contracting
4.2(
267
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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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 Waukegan, 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
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Rowe Construction
4.8(
116
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ryan was great and easy to work with. He helped us through the process. The work was very good and the cost was reasonable. Ryan and his crew were very professional and respectful. They were always on time and never felt like they were working on other projects and and never felt like they were falling behind. We love the remodel and everyone that has come over have been super impressed. We would recommend Ryan and his team for your remodel needs."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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+178

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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KSR Home Improvement
4.9(
41
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"KSR has done 2 jobs at my home (a full bath remodel and a basement living room) both excellent work! Very easy to communicate with. Work was completed on the established timeline (even a little quicker than expected). Good attention to small details. Would definitely recommend to others."
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+22

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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OWC Renovation & Repair
4.3(
100
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As usual - excellent - you could not ask for a better man working on your house.  He is a highly skilled craftsman, but stays humble - and willing to do any work needed to help further our remodel.  You will not go wrong with James!"
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Cabinet for Colonial revival house
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+47

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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KSRP Construction, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely pleased with the basement remodel. KSRP team was helpful, responsive and professional. Work included: framing, windows, drywall, electrical, lighting, flooring and painting. Not one complaint. Job price was really good and would have paid more based on what was ultimately delivered. I recommend working with KSRP."
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Kankakee
Kankakee
Amli Apartments
Home Burnt

+503

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Castro's Home Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Overall my experience was great. Castro prices was reasonable, Castro was able to work within my daily schedule. Castro was very professional. Castro finish product for my basement was OUTSTANDING!"
Kahue Project
Kahue Project
Kahue Project
Kahue Project
Kahue Project

+58

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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F.Z. Tile
4.9(
39
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired F.Z. to tile a basement bathroom and around 500 sq/feet of basement area. The quality is top notch. Fernando is very good at what he does. We hired him to complete a laundry room tile removal and re tile and an upstarts bath tile removal and re tile before he even finished the basement. We were that impressed. everything looks amazing. I recommend F.Z. Tile to anyone that is thinking about a tile project."
wall pebbles
Marmol wall and floor tile
Kitchen backsplash
Master Bathroom
Master Bathroom

+52

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.