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

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Jakubek Remodeling after getting quotes from several other contractors to completely remodel our basement. They were the most attentive, detailed, and professional. We were happy to see that Robert and Dawid maintained their top tier service level throughout the life of the project. The Jakubek team worked quickly and skillfully, and were all very respectful while working in our home. The final product is beyond our expectations, and it was really stunning to see them turn our dream into reality. The best part of working with Jakubek was the transparency as the project progressed, and clear and consistent communication from day 1 until project completion. We are very happy that we selected Jakubek to transform our basement, and overall it was a very positive experience."
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+91

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

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I started the project with simple plans to replace and fix problems in a newly purchased home. brought Top Bros in and them came up with a number of great ideas to improve the look and function of the home. Looks great"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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JS Precise Remodeling
4.8(
42
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Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jerry remodeled my basement last year before I sold my house. Also painted living room and dining room and replaced light fixture. He and his partner were courteous, hard-working and neat. They did a great job. My house sold in 3 days-I think partly because of the good work Jerry did."
WOODRIGE
STREAMWOOD
SCHAUMBURG
CHICAGO
bifor

+55

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Lupfer Builders
4.6(
172
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Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave and his crew were great to work with. Honest, timely, responsive, respectful, and high quality workmanship. My basement came out better than expected and I would definitely use them again."
David Lupfer
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+11

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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4Ever Remodeling
4.9(
391
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Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so happy with our basement remodeling amazing job from start to finish. Damian and his team are very professional, accurate and always answered our questions and concerns. We will be using 4Ever Remodeling in the future."
Full Kitchen Remodel
Basement Living
Kitchen Remodel
CAFÉ Appliances
Pendant Lighting

+627

Response time11 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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GR General Contracting
4.2(
267
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Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

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."
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement

+63

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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The James Construction Group Inc
5.0(
13
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Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"We had more than 80% of the old house remodeled with new additions. It’s a daunting task and huge project. However, Dimitritis and Joshua made it easy and did a great job in completing our dream home. Joshua was fantastic managing the daily tasks and excellent with details. They were very responsive in re-addressing even with minor adjustments. Definitely recommend."
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+79

Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
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Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JK complete remodeling did a wonderful job on our basement! They were always on time, and working very hard to complete the job. They kept us updated on everything they were doing throughout the process. The work they did on our basement turned on amazing, from the painting, to the floors, everything looks perfect and professional. Thank you jk complete, we will be calling them for any future projects at our home."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Alumni Builders, Inc.
4.9(
46
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Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Daniel and his team did an outstanding job remodeling our basement. Communication throughout the project was excellent and the project was finished on time with very little surprises. Daniel made some excellent recommendations on flooring, electrical layout and the best ways to utilize limited space. His knowledge and expertise was appreciated and contributed to a better finished product."
stone and stucco facade with metal accents
colonial stone and siding facade
new cabinets
re-built kitchen
finished basement with open ceiling

+290

Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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KSR Home Improvement
4.9(
41
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Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We came up with the shower design and sourced the materials (all tile, shower assembly, grout, tile sealer, and shelves) ourselves. We solicited 3-4 bids for labor only. Kris submitted a very competitive bid and came in ahead of schedule and on budget. All of the work described above took only about 4 days, and he coordinated with a separate shower glass provider (GP Company Glass) to come the following week to measure and install the glass door. Kris and his assistant showed up on time every morning and were done by the time we got home each day. The workmanship (including tiling and grouting) was excellent, and they were very conscientious about cleaning up at the end of each day. After the shower assembly starting sagging due to its own weight, Kris even came back to install a ceiling pipe support that we provided. Bottom-line, Kris did a great job and helped make our shower remodel project run as smoothly as possible for a very competitive price."
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+22

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Evanston, 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 Evanston, IL homeowners’ guide to basement remodelings

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