Find trusted basement remodeling professionals serving Illinois. All contractors are independently researched and certified.
Only companies with a Certified Best Pick® badge meet our strict satisfaction & licensing requirements and are eligible for the Best Pick Guarantee.
Only companies with a Certified Best Pick® badge meet our strict satisfaction & licensing requirements and are eligible for the Best Pick Guarantee.
"FBC Remodel is a design-build firm that's motivated by the needs of our customers. After more than 25 years in business, FBC has mastered the art of listening. With passionate, award-winning interior designers, skilled craftsmen, and a transparent construction process, FBC is designed to 'Build Joy' for as many people as possible."
Real homeowners looking for basement remodeling in your area
"Master bed room remodel"
"We would like to put heated floors in the basement. Also, adding some more shelves for storage"
Every Best Pick company in Illinois is independently researched and certified annually. We analyze thousands of customer reviews, verify licensing and insurance, and confirm each company meets our strict qualification standards.
We conduct extensive satisfaction surveys and analyze thousands of customer experiences annually.
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Companies earn Best Pick certification through performance alone. Only businesses with 80%+ recommendation rates qualify.
Best Pick status isn't permanent. Every certified company must re-qualify annually.
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We stand behind our certified companies with a financial guarantee up to $2,500.
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Only basement remodeling companies that meet our strict standards earn Best Pick status.
Basement Remodeling companies must maintain a 4.0+ rating and an 80% recommendation rate.
Current state contractor license verification and general liability insurance for basement remodeling work
Minimum 1 year in business with established local presence
Maintain active business registration and in good standing with the state
Consistent basement remodeling service quality across all projects
Must re-qualify every year through new research
Common questions about Certified Best Pick® basement remodeling companies in Illinois
Best Pick Certified Basement Remodeling companies in Chicago, IL have earned their status through independent consumer research—not paid placement. To qualify, a company must meet strict standards:
Certification is re-verified annually, ensuring continued performance.
No. Basement Remodeling companies cannot buy Best Pick Certification, improved ratings, or better placement. Our research team independently evaluates companies based on customer satisfaction, licensing, insurance, and business stability—before any business relationship exists.
Companies that earn certification pay a participation fee after qualifying, which covers the cost of ongoing research and publication. This fee has no influence on whether a company qualifies or how they appear in our directory.
The Best Pick Guarantee provides financial protection—up to $2,500 in labor costs—if a Certified Best Pick Basement Remodeling company fails to deliver on their commitments.
To be eligible:
This guarantee applies only to Certified Best Pick companies, not Standard Pros. Full terms are available on our guarantee page.
