Guides & planning tools
Straight answers for Chicagoland homeowners planning a remodel—costs, code requirements, and prep work explained before you commit to anything. No sign-up required.
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Planning guides
Basement cost guide
Realistic Chicagoland basement finishing budgets—per-square-foot bands, what moves the number, and how to plan.
Read the guide →Egress requirements
What Chicago-area codes require for basement bedrooms and living space—egress windows, wells, and permits.
Read the guide →Moisture & waterproofing
How to handle seepage, humidity, and waterproofing before finishing a basement so the remodel lasts.
Read the guide →North Shore basement guide
Basement finishing guidance for North Shore homes—older foundations, permits, and finish levels that fit the market.
Read the guide →Kitchen cost guide
Kitchen remodeling cost ranges across Chicago and the suburbs, from refresh-level updates to full gut renovations.
Read the guide →Prefer to talk it through?
A free in-home consultation is the fastest way to turn planning ranges into a real number for your home. No obligation, no pressure.