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Avatar for Mighty Basement & Bath
Mighty Basement & Bath
5.0(
23
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mighty basement did a great job on my basement remodel. I had company coming in July and Scot Coleman made sure the remodel was completed by my target date. He was supervising the job and did a tremendous job. Scot was very professional but at the same time was attentive to what I wanted. He was great to work with. I would highly recommend Might Basements and bath."
TV and Entertainment
Main area
Entertainment
Fitness Room
Finished Space

+33

Response time9 hrs
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Jakubek Inc Remodeling
4.9(
117
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Q M R Remodeling
5.0(
42
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We contacted Jeff regarding our master bath remodel after reading excellent reviews on Angie's List and those reviews did not disappoint. We found Jeff to be very meticulous and responsive. He and his son, Max, did an excellent job and their workmanship exceeded our expectations. Jeff was very accommodating with any changes we asked for and they kept the work area very clean. We would definitely recommend Jeff and Max. We look forward to working with them on our next project."
Kitchen
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bathroom
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+2

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
5.0(
69
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We gutted our master bathroom and removed a wall. Installed all new wall and floor tile as well as cabinetry and fixtures. Jose and Cesar are SUPER friendly and always want to help. They are attentive to all concerns and willing to make sure you are satisfied. This is a true family operation and they have a real great family. We will be remodeling another bathroom in 2019 and will definitely use them again."
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 by92%of homeowners
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J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.9(
269
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Avatar for KSR Home Improvement
KSR Home Improvement
5.0(
39
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
30
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Jeremy to finish our basement and we couldn't be happier. He was always up front and communicative. He offered great suggestions and went above and beyond to make our basement perfect! It's nice to have a dependable and knowledgeable contractor we can call for future needs. Jeremy will be out go to for anything we need done moving forward!!"
Finished Product
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Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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NEW EXPECTATION REMODELING LLC
5.0(
18
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Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"New Expectations is great! They are professional, quick, and have a great eye for what looks good—and know how to accomplish it! Very talented and have a diverse set of skills. From painting the exterior of a large commercial building to remodeling rooms, floors, and bathrooms, they can do the work! "
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for basement remodeling projects in Oak Lawn, 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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