INTEC is the Department of Energy Housing Innovation Award winning insulation specialist in Milwaukee, providing energy-efficient insulation and home improvement services to residential and commercial clients throughout southeastern Wisconsin. For almost 4 decades, INTEC has installed the highest-quality insulation available. Although not the largest, INTEC is known for the highest standards of quality, customer service and ethics. While others have come and gone, we continue to pursue innovation and partnerships within the industry, expanding our business by offering additional energy-efficient building improvement services to the residents and business owners of southeastern Wisconsin. We take a personal interest in all of our customers, providing service before, during and after installation.
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Collette B on February 2024
INTEC is the Department of Energy Housing Innovation Award winning insulation specialist in Milwaukee, providing energy-efficient insulation and home improvement services to residential and commercial clients throughout southeastern Wisconsin. For almost 4 decades, INTEC has installed the highest-quality insulation available. Although not the largest, INTEC is known for the highest standards of quality, customer service and ethics. While others have come and gone, we continue to pursue innovation and partnerships within the industry, expanding our business by offering additional energy-efficient building improvement services to the residents and business owners of southeastern Wisconsin. We take a personal interest in all of our customers, providing service before, during and after installation.
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Collette B on February 2024
We are a dedicated team that provide high quality services on any type of wood flooring in Chicago: new installation or completely replacing, finishing, re-finishing, repairing, sanding, waxing and polishing. We work with any type of hardwood flooring materials, solid wood and engineered wood, any Style of wood floors: strip, plank and parquet.
"The team did an AMAZING job. They were speedy, even with some unexpected work in the beginning, and the quality is fantastic. They really made our house feel like a home. They removed, leveled, installed, and refinished our entire first floor with real hardwood in five days. Truly cannot recommend them enough!!"
Ali R on May 2025
We are a dedicated team that provide high quality services on any type of wood flooring in Chicago: new installation or completely replacing, finishing, re-finishing, repairing, sanding, waxing and polishing. We work with any type of hardwood flooring materials, solid wood and engineered wood, any Style of wood floors: strip, plank and parquet.
"The team did an AMAZING job. They were speedy, even with some unexpected work in the beginning, and the quality is fantastic. They really made our house feel like a home. They removed, leveled, installed, and refinished our entire first floor with real hardwood in five days. Truly cannot recommend them enough!!"
Ali R on May 2025
Infinity Home Improvement is a full line home improvement company. We offer retro-fit products such as Roofing, insulation and gutters and gutter protection. With nearly 50,000 previous customers and 20 years experience you can count on Infinity to do quality work for you and your family.
"They came and put in extensions on the gutters. One was very poorly installed."
Ismael M on July 2023
Infinity Home Improvement is a full line home improvement company. We offer retro-fit products such as Roofing, insulation and gutters and gutter protection. With nearly 50,000 previous customers and 20 years experience you can count on Infinity to do quality work for you and your family.
"They came and put in extensions on the gutters. One was very poorly installed."
Ismael M on July 2023
If texting, text directly to 630) 520-1515. At M Craft we are committed to outstanding customer service and the highest quality of work .Our team is made up of experienced and skilled individuals in the areas of interior design and home construction , with specialists the areas of hardwood flooring installation , hardwood sanding , hardwood staircase installation and refinishing , wood handrails and more . We're not interested in simply completing a job and moving on to the next . We work hard to build trusting relationships with our clients and execute every job with the hopes of working together again in the future .
"I had an excellent experience working with M Craft. He is highly professional, responsible, and diligent throughout the entire project. I needed a full flooring replacement in my newly purchased condo, which involved removing old carpet, installing multiple sublayers, and laying down the final hardwood surface. The quality of his work exceeded my expectations, and I’m extremely happy with the results. I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for top-notch flooring work."
Ivan K on June 2025
If texting, text directly to 630) 520-1515. At M Craft we are committed to outstanding customer service and the highest quality of work .Our team is made up of experienced and skilled individuals in the areas of interior design and home construction , with specialists the areas of hardwood flooring installation , hardwood sanding , hardwood staircase installation and refinishing , wood handrails and more . We're not interested in simply completing a job and moving on to the next . We work hard to build trusting relationships with our clients and execute every job with the hopes of working together again in the future .
"I had an excellent experience working with M Craft. He is highly professional, responsible, and diligent throughout the entire project. I needed a full flooring replacement in my newly purchased condo, which involved removing old carpet, installing multiple sublayers, and laying down the final hardwood surface. The quality of his work exceeded my expectations, and I’m extremely happy with the results. I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for top-notch flooring work."
Ivan K on June 2025
ARC Insulation, has been insulating homes in the Chicagoland area since 1993. Our staff of friendly professional Energy Auditors can assess your home and provide you with a free energy consultation offering the best most cost-effective solutions customized for your home and budget. Our mission is to help our customers make their homes more comfortable, safe and energy efficient. Because every home is unique, ARC Insulation specializes in all types of safe and efficient insulation, Cellulose, Spray Foam and Fiberglass. A home energy upgrade costs less than you think. Stop wasting money and start saving on your home energy costs year-round! Call ARC Insulation today.
"Everything was easy. From quote, payment process, customer service, and amazing quality work."
John Z on May 2025
ARC Insulation, has been insulating homes in the Chicagoland area since 1993. Our staff of friendly professional Energy Auditors can assess your home and provide you with a free energy consultation offering the best most cost-effective solutions customized for your home and budget. Our mission is to help our customers make their homes more comfortable, safe and energy efficient. Because every home is unique, ARC Insulation specializes in all types of safe and efficient insulation, Cellulose, Spray Foam and Fiberglass. A home energy upgrade costs less than you think. Stop wasting money and start saving on your home energy costs year-round! Call ARC Insulation today.
"Everything was easy. From quote, payment process, customer service, and amazing quality work."
John Z on May 2025
DeSitter Flooring is a true award winning, third generation / family owned, full service flooring company serving the Chicagoland area for over 100 years. DeSitter strives to bring a 5-Star experience with every project that includes free professional consultations / estimates that include both the finest materials and installation services for homeowners, contractors and commercial spaces. DeSitter use their own vetted-certified installation crews managed by our field supervisors to help ensure your project is completed smoothly and on time to your utmost satisfaction. We provide a Lifetime Installation Guarantee for Carpet and a 2 Year Installation Warranty on any Hard Surface Flooring. DeSitter has two beautiful, newly remodeled showrooms with a wide array of flooring products to choose from . Showroom Locations: 1 North Kensington Ave LaGrange, IL and 444 Roosevelt Rd Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. In addition, DeSitter also provides a 630-517-2697 1 Timber Ct Bolingbrook IL 60440 630-771-1420. DeSitter is one of the few flooring companies in Chicago that has successfully operated for over 100+ years since 1920. This truly award winning, third generation -family owned flooring company provides the finest quality flooring material and installation service for both residential homeowners and commercial businesses throughout Chicagoland. Today, Louis' vision is carried on by his two grandsons and third generation co-owners, Tom Cunningham and Steve DeSitter. Cost is determined by the job. Financing available. DeSitter provides a wider variety of top quality carpet, hardwood (unfinished & prefinished), luxury vinyl, and custom area rugs / stair runners. We also offer hardwood refinishing service.
"Home Repair Fraud. Theft by deception. We got a new floor and the installer said his brother was the field estimator and was authorized to remove the "Kitchen Cabinets"? We never wanted cabinets from a flooring company, But they targeted the owner because she is 91 years old and took them. Months later we got them back from the ex-con and hoodlum they sent to rob the owner totally destroyed and had to pay another $1300 to get them back. We feared for our safety because they wanted to know if the house was for sale and what types of cars we were driving. They prey upon the elderly. Do not use this company unless you have a criminal attorney on retainer. Stay away from DeSitter at all costs."
Phyllis N on May 2025
DeSitter Flooring is a true award winning, third generation / family owned, full service flooring company serving the Chicagoland area for over 100 years. DeSitter strives to bring a 5-Star experience with every project that includes free professional consultations / estimates that include both the finest materials and installation services for homeowners, contractors and commercial spaces. DeSitter use their own vetted-certified installation crews managed by our field supervisors to help ensure your project is completed smoothly and on time to your utmost satisfaction. We provide a Lifetime Installation Guarantee for Carpet and a 2 Year Installation Warranty on any Hard Surface Flooring. DeSitter has two beautiful, newly remodeled showrooms with a wide array of flooring products to choose from . Showroom Locations: 1 North Kensington Ave LaGrange, IL and 444 Roosevelt Rd Glen Ellyn, IL 60137. In addition, DeSitter also provides a 630-517-2697 1 Timber Ct Bolingbrook IL 60440 630-771-1420. DeSitter is one of the few flooring companies in Chicago that has successfully operated for over 100+ years since 1920. This truly award winning, third generation -family owned flooring company provides the finest quality flooring material and installation service for both residential homeowners and commercial businesses throughout Chicagoland. Today, Louis' vision is carried on by his two grandsons and third generation co-owners, Tom Cunningham and Steve DeSitter. Cost is determined by the job. Financing available. DeSitter provides a wider variety of top quality carpet, hardwood (unfinished & prefinished), luxury vinyl, and custom area rugs / stair runners. We also offer hardwood refinishing service.
"Home Repair Fraud. Theft by deception. We got a new floor and the installer said his brother was the field estimator and was authorized to remove the "Kitchen Cabinets"? We never wanted cabinets from a flooring company, But they targeted the owner because she is 91 years old and took them. Months later we got them back from the ex-con and hoodlum they sent to rob the owner totally destroyed and had to pay another $1300 to get them back. We feared for our safety because they wanted to know if the house was for sale and what types of cars we were driving. They prey upon the elderly. Do not use this company unless you have a criminal attorney on retainer. Stay away from DeSitter at all costs."
Phyllis N on May 2025
US Standard Flooring is the expert in hardwood flooring department and provides a wide selection of services for your floors. Maybe you want to change out the old carpet with stains from your young ones or maybe you are tired of the laminate being easily marked up and scratched. Whatever the case may be, our experienced team is up to the task to repair or install hardwood floors. A hardwood flooring contractor is your source for getting the durable, elegant, and attractive floor that you’ve always wanted. Services may vary, but will typically include hardwood floor installation, refinishing, and replacement. Call or 'click' for a FREE estimate today!
"I asked before we started if they fix subfloor issues, they said yes. I then had them over to ask for a quote on replacing the floor and fixing subfloor issue especially in 2 spots, they said they would do it. they replaced the floors and did none of that. I just wasted thousands of dollar and will need to redo it. Do NOT hire these people, they do not care about your needs. Would give them negative stars if was possible"
Viktor A on April 2025
US Standard Flooring is the expert in hardwood flooring department and provides a wide selection of services for your floors. Maybe you want to change out the old carpet with stains from your young ones or maybe you are tired of the laminate being easily marked up and scratched. Whatever the case may be, our experienced team is up to the task to repair or install hardwood floors. A hardwood flooring contractor is your source for getting the durable, elegant, and attractive floor that you’ve always wanted. Services may vary, but will typically include hardwood floor installation, refinishing, and replacement. Call or 'click' for a FREE estimate today!
"I asked before we started if they fix subfloor issues, they said yes. I then had them over to ask for a quote on replacing the floor and fixing subfloor issue especially in 2 spots, they said they would do it. they replaced the floors and did none of that. I just wasted thousands of dollar and will need to redo it. Do NOT hire these people, they do not care about your needs. Would give them negative stars if was possible"
Viktor A on April 2025
Modern Quality Flooring is Chicago's resource for affordable high quality flooring and installation. Honesty and hard work are our key differentiators from the competition because we understand that this is not only your house – it is your home. We will take all necessary steps to assure quick and quality work while working until YOU are satisfied with our service. We try to give our customers the best prices we can by negotiating with suppliers and purchasing roll specials so we stock better quality materials for a good price. We have a large selection of hardwood floor and stain colors available. No one has to wait for the flooring order to be delivered. Once the customer decides, we can deliver the next day.
"We were initially going to do the floors ourselves but decided to get a quote and we are very thankful we did. After one conversation with Danny it was clear that he was a professional and very knowledgeable in his trade. We have an older condo in Evanston, 3-story walk up, and Danny knew how to address the "quirks" that come with an older building. The refinished floors came out beautifully and were completed within our tight timeline. We are are very pleased to have worked with Danny and will definitely use his service and recommend him for future projects"
Jordan S on May 2025
Modern Quality Flooring is Chicago's resource for affordable high quality flooring and installation. Honesty and hard work are our key differentiators from the competition because we understand that this is not only your house – it is your home. We will take all necessary steps to assure quick and quality work while working until YOU are satisfied with our service. We try to give our customers the best prices we can by negotiating with suppliers and purchasing roll specials so we stock better quality materials for a good price. We have a large selection of hardwood floor and stain colors available. No one has to wait for the flooring order to be delivered. Once the customer decides, we can deliver the next day.
"We were initially going to do the floors ourselves but decided to get a quote and we are very thankful we did. After one conversation with Danny it was clear that he was a professional and very knowledgeable in his trade. We have an older condo in Evanston, 3-story walk up, and Danny knew how to address the "quirks" that come with an older building. The refinished floors came out beautifully and were completed within our tight timeline. We are are very pleased to have worked with Danny and will definitely use his service and recommend him for future projects"
Jordan S on May 2025
Hi I’m Mariusz the owner and operator of Redesign Floors & Home LLC . We offer a high quality of workmanship. Our services are hardwood, laminate, vinyl planks ,LVT tile, refinishing and staining hardwood floors,stairs and custom flooring and Wall design Check us out on Instagram and Facebook for more videos and pictures
"It was a pleasure having our flooring project completed by ReDesign Floor & Home. Mariusz and his crew did an excellent job with our installation. We love how everything turned out and we're happy we found this company. I highly recommend them for your flooring needs!!!"
Loretta S on June 2025
Hi I’m Mariusz the owner and operator of Redesign Floors & Home LLC . We offer a high quality of workmanship. Our services are hardwood, laminate, vinyl planks ,LVT tile, refinishing and staining hardwood floors,stairs and custom flooring and Wall design Check us out on Instagram and Facebook for more videos and pictures
"It was a pleasure having our flooring project completed by ReDesign Floor & Home. Mariusz and his crew did an excellent job with our installation. We love how everything turned out and we're happy we found this company. I highly recommend them for your flooring needs!!!"
Loretta S on June 2025
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!
"Very happy with the results. I initially hired all season’s renovation for a kitchen remodel to install new cabinets and countertops, but I was referred to them by a friend who got their flooring done a few months ago and said nothing but great things about them, My wife and I really like their floor when we visit. So we also added new flooring. I have nothing but great things to say about these guys fast and efficient on time and very professional! My wife is very pleased other her new kitchen! Thanks all seasons I’ll be keeping you in mind for all my future needs! Highly recommend."
Jose P on September 2024
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!
"Very happy with the results. I initially hired all season’s renovation for a kitchen remodel to install new cabinets and countertops, but I was referred to them by a friend who got their flooring done a few months ago and said nothing but great things about them, My wife and I really like their floor when we visit. So we also added new flooring. I have nothing but great things to say about these guys fast and efficient on time and very professional! My wife is very pleased other her new kitchen! Thanks all seasons I’ll be keeping you in mind for all my future needs! Highly recommend."
Jose P on September 2024
Yes, insulating an unfinished basement delivers meaningful benefits even if you don't plan to finish the space. Proper insulation reduces heat transfer through basement walls, which can account for up to 30% of a home's total energy loss.
This improvement enhances comfort throughout your home while potentially reducing energy costs. Insulation also helps manage moisture levels, protecting your home's structure and improving indoor air quality.
Rigid foam board and spray foam insulation provide superior moisture resistance for basement applications. These materials create effective vapor barriers while delivering high R-values per inch of thickness. Rigid foam boards resist water absorption and can withstand occasional dampness, while spray foam creates an airtight seal that blocks humidity infiltration.
For basements in humid climates or with moisture concerns, these options outperform fiberglass or wool alternatives.
Insulating basement walls provides the greatest benefit by reducing heat transfer through your foundation. This approach helps maintain consistent temperatures throughout your home and keeps floors above the basement warmer during cold weather.
Ceiling insulation might be appropriate if you specifically want to isolate the basement from living spaces above. In most cases, addressing the rim joists and exterior walls delivers the best performance for energy efficiency and moisture management.
Many building codes require vapor barriers when insulating below-grade spaces like basements. These barriers help control moisture migration through foundation walls and floors. Certain insulation types, including rigid foam and spray foam, provide inherent vapor barrier properties. When using fiberglass or wool insulation, a separate vapor barrier becomes necessary. Always check local building codes for specific requirements in your area.
Signs that basement insulation needs replacement include persistent cold spots, unexplained increases in energy bills, visible moisture damage, musty odors, or mold growth. Physical deterioration, such as compression, sagging, or discoloration, also indicates potential problems.
In older homes with outdated insulation materials, upgrading to modern options with higher R-values can significantly improve performance. When in doubt, professional inspection can help determine whether repair or replacement represents the best approach.