Basement Remodeling Experts
Expert Basement Remodeling Services
GS Construction & Remodeling specializes in professional Basement Remodeling. As a father-son team, we bring decades of combined experience to every project.
From the first walkthrough to the last punch-list item, Greg or Patryk runs your Basement Remodeling project themselves. That means a scope written out line by line instead of one number, permits pulled and handled with your village, and the same faces on site rather than a crew you've never met.
- Specialized Basement Remodeling expertise
- On-site supervision for every project
- Transparent pricing with no surprises
- Quality craftsmanship guaranteed
"Your Basement Remodeling project deserves the best—we deliver it."
Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Libertyville basement finishing
Downtown Libertyville Historic District on Milwaukee Avenue, Cook Memorial Park and Rose Garden, Butler Lake Park, Adler Memorial Park, Independence Grove Forest Preserve, Libertyville Metra station (Milwaukee District North Line), Libertyville High School, Advocate Condell Medical Center, Adler Arts Center (formerly the David Adler Music and Arts Center)
Neighborhoods we work in
- Mundelein
- Countryside
- Cambridge Estates
- Butler Lake
- Canterbury
- Rockland
- Northgate
- Heritage Oaks
Basement finishing in Libertyville, IL
Basement finishing in Libertyville often transforms underutilized lower levels in homes spanning several distinct eras. For the village's mid-century ranches and two-stories, this typically means converting damp, utilitarian spaces into vibrant extensions of the main living area, often requiring significant moisture mitigation and new egress points. Later subdivisions from the 1980s and 90s, with their deeper foundations, offer more generous ceiling heights and often come with existing rough-ins, streamlining the process of adding a bathroom or wet bar. The goal across these varied properties is consistent: to add functional, comfortable square footage, whether it's a family room, home office, or guest suite, effectively expanding the home's footprint without building out. This work often involves navigating challenges like existing mechanicals, lower ceiling clearances, and ensuring proper ventilation and natural light in a sub-grade environment.
What Libertyville homeowners ask for
Libertyville homeowners frequently request dedicated home offices or study zones in their finished basements, especially in homes where main-level space is at a premium. Creating open-plan family rooms or media centers is also common, particularly in 1970s and 80s homes with larger, more open basement footprints. Many also prioritize adding a full or half bathroom, particularly where a basement guest suite or entertainment area is envisioned.
About Libertyville
Libertyville's housing stock reads in layers, from 1880s railroad boom homes to 1990s subdivisions. Remodeling here spans that whole range, from opening up a compartmentalized kitchen to building an addition.
The oldest homes date to the 1880s railroad boom around downtown's Milwaukee Avenue historic district — a commercial core rebuilt in brick after the 1895 fire. Postwar neighborhoods like Copeland Manor, where more than 300 homes went up between 1947 and 1949, filled in as the village's population tripled between 1950 and 1980, and later subdivisions carried growth through the 1990s.
Basements in homes from the 1880s railroad boom near Milwaukee Avenue often present challenges with lower ceiling heights and a greater likelihood of moisture issues due to older construction techniques. The rapid development of postwar neighborhoods like Copeland Manor between 1947 and 1949 suggests basements from this era may require modern drain tile and egress solutions to meet current codes. Later subdivisions from the 1980s and 90s generally offer more favorable conditions with deeper foundations and better initial waterproofing. The Village's distribution of Lake Michigan water means that while flooding from local ground conditions might be less of a concern than in areas reliant on well water, the confirmed lead service lines are a critical consideration for any plumbing-heavy basement work, especially for homes built before the 1950s. Navigating existing mechanicals is common across all eras, particularly in older homes where systems might be less consolidated.
Basement finishing in Libertyville triggers specific inspections for structural changes, electrical work, plumbing, and egress window installations. GS Construction & Remodeling manages the complete permit application process and coordinates all necessary inspections with the Village’s Building Division.
How your Libertyville project runs
ProcessThe same six stages on every job — free in-home estimate through warranty.
Free in-home estimate
Greg or Patryk — the owners, not a salesperson — walk your space, take real measurements, and give you honest feedback on what your budget buys.
Itemized scope & contract
Labor, materials, demolition and disposal priced line by line, not one mystery number. Payment terms and warranty are in the written contract.
Design & selections
Bring your own designer, use our architects and designers, or choose everything yourself. Selections are scheduled ahead so lead times never stall the site.
Permits & scheduling
We pull and manage building, plumbing and electrical permits with your village — typically 1–2 weeks — and hand you a written schedule before demo day.
The build, owner-supervised
Long-standing trade partners working in sequence under daily owner supervision. Your client portal shows the schedule, change orders and current balance.
Walkthrough & warranty
We walk the finished job together, close out every punch-list item, hand over manufacturer paperwork, and your written workmanship warranty starts. Our commitment never expires.
Testimonials
Your Neighbours in Libertyville Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
I don't even know where to begin, Patryk & Greg are just amazing! We hired them to remodel approximately 4000 sqft of a 1985 house which included an unfinished basement. The whole experience could not have been better. It took about 7 months and for most of it, we lived in the house with two children. They are incredibly professional, can troubleshoot any issue and are 100% dependable. Patryk led the project and he was very detail-oriented. Everything had a purpose and was finished with beautiful extra touches. I changed my mind frequently and they didn't miss a beat. They worked around the changes and kept moving. The materials they used and the teams they brought in were all top notch. They didn't spend money where it wasn't necessary and in fact, they were always trying to find ways to save money. Finally, they are really nice guys. Polite, respectful and very accomodating. After spending so long in my house, we (almost) miss having the around. As I mentioned, we had the whole house remodeled and its impossible to post every picture so I will showcase just a few highlights. The whole house is beautiful! Scott & I THANK YOU!!!
Before & After & Timelapse
What homeowners near Libertyville say
“GS Construction & Remodeling is the best of the best. We've hired them to work on 5 different properties (4 were extensive remodels) and continue to be thrilled with their work and have referred them to friends and family. I constantly brin...”
“I don't even know where to begin, Patryk & Greg are just amazing! We hired them to remodel approximately 4000 sqft of a 1985 house which included an unfinished basement. The whole experience could not have been better. It took about 7 month...”
“They did an outstanding job on our complete bathroom renovation! Our bathroom was an icebox due to poor insulation from the original build. They made excellent design recommendations to resolve the poor insulation and also installed heated...”
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Budgeting first? See real 2026 price ranges in our basement remodeling cost guide — and what your Libertyville permit will add in our permit guide.
Completed projects around Libertyville
GS Construction crews have completed 75 projects within 10 miles of Libertyville — part of 429 completed projects across 69 Chicago-area ZIP codes. The map below shows real project density from our records, not a service-area claim.
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Let's Build Beautiful Spaces Together
GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company, and basement remodeling in Libertyville is work Greg and Patryk run themselves. Expect clear communication, quality craftsmanship, and a straightforward plan—reach out today to schedule a free in-home consultation and get a detailed estimate and honest feedback.
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- (224) 735-4200
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Service Area
Libertyville and surrounding Chicagoland areas