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JVNA Solution, LLC
5.0(
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Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The crew was very professional. Started the job and they made progress every day exactly to my request. They showed me different options and ideas which I appreciated. The job was done quickly, within schedule, and at a reasonable cost, and with great quality. I would hire them again for further work on my home and I will recommend them to anyone because of their hard work!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
JCJ Craftmasters, Inc.
4.8(
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Angi Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Joe and his crew did a great job on repairing and painting my Yard Barn. They removed my rotted doors. Completed rebuilt the frame and created new doors which are much sturdier. They replaced a large portion of the back of the Yard Barn which was in need of repair and put a new one in it's place. They completely painted my entire Yard Barn for me and put new strips on my siding that needed replacement. My yard Barn looks even better than it did when it was first built. Joe is very personable and easy to work with as well. Highly recommend them !!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Design One Builders
4.1(
4
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Angi Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We chose Design One to remodel our small galley kitchen after meeting with them and seeing their reviews. Initially, they presented as organized and professional. I wish we had asked more questions upfront. The quality of work was poor, especially drywall and basic carpentry skills. The average time spent was 10 hours/week. When they started work, all needed materials were in, yet it took over 7 weeks to complete. Requests for a schedule were evaded. There is no crew it is Rich, and occasionally Linda to assist. Very poor time management at the customer expense. Their lack of transparency regarding certain paperwork was troubling. What should have been a rewarding project became a large disappointment."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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GR General Contracting
4.5(
216
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Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"GR did a great job on our basement remodel, painting a living room & converting a loft space to a bedroom. They were easy to work with, communicated well, and jobs were completed on time."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Alumni Builders, Inc.
4.9(
44
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Angi Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dan and team were great to work with. Very accommodating to changes as they came up and very communicative about timelines and next steps. Projects turned out great and everything went as expected and on time. Would definitely recommend and hire for another project. "
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Hero...Your Construction Partner
4.0(
4
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Angi Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I?m sad to write this review as Hero started off as a wonderful landscape partner to us with excellent communication and integrity. Unfortunately this past year we paid for a season pass of bi-weekly lawn mowing services plus an additional spring clean up service. We tried to work things out with Hero but ultimately we received fewer than half the lawn visits, no spring clean up and the visits we received were sporatic and not on the promised timeline. Hero agreed to come by with the refund for part of the services he did not provide but has since ghosted us despite consistent attempts to reach out by phone, text, Zelle and in-person. We lost $480 in services."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing Chicagoland Area
4.2(
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Angi Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Entire Matrix team was great to work with, professionals all the way around, explained every single details of the project and kept us up to date with the builder app where they post everything from demolition, framming, plumbing, electrical and pictures of the entire process from start to finish."
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Matrix Basement Finishing Naperville
4.1(
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Angi Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our experience with Matrix Basements could not have been any better! They were an amazing company to work with and the end product was better than we imagined. I fully believe this has so much to do with the fact that Matrix is well organized and professional every step of the way. Every single person we worked with throughout the process was extremely friendly and very knowledgeable in providing us input to make our basement remodel come to life. We lucked out with an amazing field manager, Jim Thurek, who guided us every step of the way. He was very attentive to our needs and questions, which was always reflected in his professional and speedy response time. The management skills of this company is definitely unrivaled and I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a reliable contractor to finish/remodel their basement."
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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F & F CONSTRUCTION LLC
4.3(
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Angi Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I contracted with Tony Frank April 2024 The agreement was for a total rehab of my kitchen, bathrooms, tile hallway Tuck pointing, roof repair lay concrete driveway and more. Freddy did quotes. The kitchen they show on google is my kitchen. It started out good. First the pitch in the shower was off and the water pooled away from the drain. The floors began to peel up about 5 months. They replaced the floors and then laid tile in my living room and dining room. That tile peeled up.The water was now leaking in my basement from the pooling water in the shower. The tub they glazed and painted also peeled up. Tony said they didn?t let the glaze paint dry long enough. Tony told me the pitch was off and they would fix. Freddy said he didn?t know what was wrong with the floor. They have replaced floors 4 times most recent September 5, 2025. That floor cracked immediately. Daughter fell fractured ankle had surgery. Fixed pitch November 17th. Agreed to return to redo floors December no answer "
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Wood Dale, 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.

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