Basement remodeling and finishing in Chicagoland
We’ve been designing and finishing basements since 2008, from flooring and plumbing to interior design and added rooms.
Turn your basement into a space you’ll use
Your basement is probably the most underused room in your home. It can be dark and damp, and it’s often hard to know what to do with it.
We can turn that unused space into extra living area for your family, whether you want a home office, a gym, a home theater, a wine cellar or another bathroom.
Basement remodeling services
As a general contractor, we provide basement finishing and interior design for homeowners in Chicago, Evanston, Skokie, Northbrook and nearby areas.
- Basement finishing
- Bathroom additions
- Home offices and home gyms
- Home theaters, entertainment and game rooms
- Insulation
- Plumbing and electrical
- Water damage restoration
How we work
Design
We design an interior layout that fits your needs and help you choose colors, materials, fixtures and lighting.
Planning
Our designers and project managers plan every step with you and give you an in-depth estimate before work starts.
Construction
Our licensed contractors do the work, and we stay with you from start to finish.
Common issues with basement remodels
We plan for the challenges basements usually bring: too little natural and artificial light, insulation for heating and cooling, moisture, humidity and flooding, ventilation to prevent radon problems, and rerouting ductwork, plumbing and electrical.
Get those right and a basement is one of the most versatile rooms you have. It adds usable square footage without building an addition.
What to plan for in your basement
Gym and fitness area
A workout room is one of the simplest basement transformations. Good ventilation and waterproofing matter most, because moisture can lead to mold and mildew. Padded flooring protects your joints, and mirrors and bright paint make the room feel larger.
Home theater
Plan the furniture around the equipment so wires stay hidden and safe, and include ventilation so electronics don’t overheat. We’ll help you find the right equipment and install it.
Game and play room
Open basements are ideal for game rooms and playrooms. Carpet or padded flooring adds safety, recessed lighting keeps fixtures out of reach, and outlet covers help protect younger children.
Home bar
A home bar can be as simple as a counter and a refrigerator, or include running water, a wine fridge and a dishwasher. Lighting sets the mood, and a climate-controlled wine cellar can fit in a small space.
Lighting
Basements need more light than other rooms because there’s so little daylight. Layer ambient, task and accent lighting, and wash the walls with light to make the room feel more inviting.
Insulation
Insulation separates cool foundation walls from the living area, making the room more comfortable and cheaper to heat and cool. Rigid polystyrene glued to the foundation wall is generally the best choice, with sealed joints to keep moist air off the wall and help prevent mold.
Painting and finishes
Warm colors like light caramel or warm ivory make a basement more inviting than bright white. Paint can also define different areas of a large room, and details like crown molding and substantial baseboards help it feel like the rest of the house.
Flooring
A subfloor above the concrete makes almost any finished floor warmer, drier and more comfortable. Avoid carpet directly on concrete, which can lead to mold. Unfinished concrete works well for workshops, gyms and laundry rooms, and radiant heating can warm it up.
Water damage
Basements are prone to flooding, which can cause mold and damage structural parts of your home. We’ll inspect the foundation to make sure it’s sealed before work starts, and we can install sump pumps, catch basins and drain tiles as needed.
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Basement remodeling near you
We finish basements across Chicago, the North Shore and nearby suburbs. See our full service area.
