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Frequently asked questions.

Are your estimates free?
Blue-walled finished basement with LVP floor and black ceilingReal project

Yes. Every estimate is free. Text us a few photos and the size of the room to get started, or ask for a visit.

Yes. Every estimate is free. Text us a few photos and the size of the room to get started, or ask for a visit.

Do your prices include materials?
Basement with kitchen island, TV wall and black ceilingReal project

It can go either way. Our prices can include materials or not, depending on what you need and prefer. We adapt to each project.

It can go either way. Our prices can include materials or not, depending on what you need and prefer. We adapt to each project.

Do you offer a warranty?
Basement kitchenette with navy cabinets and black ceilingReal project

Yes: a 2-year warranty on our workmanship.

Yes: a 2-year warranty on our workmanship.

Why paint a basement ceiling black?
Open basement ceiling with joists and ducts sprayed flat blackReal project

An open ceiling sprayed flat black hides joists, ducts and pipes visually, keeps the full ceiling height and leaves plumbing and wiring easy to reach. It's a modern, industrial look that many families choose for basements, bars and home theaters.

An open ceiling sprayed flat black hides joists, ducts and pipes visually, keeps the full ceiling height and leaves plumbing and wiring easy to reach. It's a modern, industrial look that many families choose for basements, bars and home theaters.

How long does it take to finish a basement?
Finished basement stairs, LVP floor and black ceilingReal project

It depends on the size and on what goes in it: a bathroom or a bar adds time. Use our basement planner for a rough idea; your free estimate includes a schedule for your project.

It depends on the size and on what goes in it: a bathroom or a bar adds time. Use our basement planner for a rough idea; your free estimate includes a schedule for your project.

How do you keep my home clean?
Smooth painted drywall walls and ceiling in a finished basementReal project

We cover floors and furniture, close off the work area and clean up every day. We leave the work area clean and organized at the end of every project.

We cover floors and furniture, close off the work area and clean up every day. We leave the work area clean and organized at the end of every project.

Which areas do you serve?
Wood-slat TV wall between two white built-in bookcasesReal project

We're based in Algonquin, IL and work across the Chicago suburbs, mainly in McHenry, Kane, Lake, Cook, DuPage and Will counties.

We're based in Algonquin, IL and work across the Chicago suburbs, mainly in McHenry, Kane, Lake, Cook, DuPage and Will counties.

Do you work with landlords, HOAs, realtors and builders?
Custom white built-in shelves and drawers against a blue wallReal project

Yes. Besides homeowners, we work for rental owners, offices, HOAs, real-estate agents and builders.

Yes. Besides homeowners, we work for rental owners, offices, HOAs, real-estate agents and builders.

How can I pay?
Bright finished basement with egress window and black ceilingReal project

Cash, card, check, Zelle or bank transfer.

Cash, card, check, Zelle or bank transfer.

Do you speak Spanish?
Stair railing with white spindles and stained wood handrailReal project

Yes. Both of our phone lines answer in English and Spanish.

Yes. Both of our phone lines answer in English and Spanish.

What hours do you work?
Arched built-in shelves next to a basement doorReal project

Every day from 8 AM to 7 PM.

Every day from 8 AM to 7 PM.

What don't you do?
Hallway with new doors, trim and LVP floorReal project

We don't do textured wall finishes or wallpaper.

We don't do textured wall finishes or wallpaper.

Can you match my existing paint color?
Finished room with new white doors and LVP flooringReal project

Yes. Tell us the brand and color name if you have it, or send a photo and we'll help you match it during your estimate.

Yes. Tell us the brand and color name if you have it, or send a photo and we'll help you match it during your estimate.

Can I stay home while you work?
Finished basement with dark feature wall, stairs and black ceilingReal project

Yes. We close off the work area, protect floors and furniture and clean up every day, so the rest of your home stays livable.

Yes. We close off the work area, protect floors and furniture and clean up every day, so the rest of your home stays livable.

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