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 Northlake basement finishing
West Leyden High School, Northlake Public Library District, Centerpoint Preserve, Grant Park Recreation Center (Veterans Park District), North Avenue (IL 64), Lake Street (US 20), Wolf Road, I-294 North Avenue interchange
Neighborhoods we work in
- Westgate
- The Pines
- Orchard Place
- Northlake Woods
- Maplewood
Basement finishing in Northlake, IL
Basement finishing in Northlake often transforms the compact footprints of post-war Cape Cods and ranches into expansive new living areas. These homes, many built from the late 1930s through the 1960s, typically feature unfinished basements with solid foundations ripe for conversion. A typical project involves converting raw, often damp, subterranean space into bright, functional rooms, effectively doubling the usable square footage of these modest homes. The goal is to maximize every inch, creating versatile spaces that cater to a family's evolving needs without altering the home's original charming exterior. This work directly addresses the need for more space within Northlake's established, space-efficient housing stock, making the most of existing structures.
What Northlake homeowners ask for
Northlake homeowners frequently request dedicated home offices and children's playrooms, recognizing the value of adding these specialized zones within their existing home footprint. Media rooms for family entertainment are also a common request, often designed with soundproofing in mind to prevent disruption to the upper levels. Many residents also look to integrate a new full or half bathroom, enhancing the basement's functionality and convenience for extended stays or guest use.
About Northlake
Northlake is a town of compact postwar Cape Cods and ranches on modest lots. These homes are a natural fit for opening up small kitchens, updating tight bathrooms, and finishing basements into real living space.
Northlake's housing story is unusually specific: beginning in the late 1930s, the Midland Development Company sold "semi-finished" Cape Cod and ranch houses near North Avenue and Wolf Road that buyers finished themselves. After incorporating in 1949, the city filled out through the 1950s and '60s, when the Automatic Electric telephone plant arrived and industry settled the west side while homes stayed east. Families feed Mannheim District 83 schools and West Leyden High School, with the I-294/North Avenue interchange minutes away.
The earliest "semi-finished" Cape Cod and ranch houses from the late 1930s and 1940s may present varied ceiling heights and require updated moisture mitigation, given their age and initial DIY completion. Homes built through the 1950s and '60s, as the city filled out, often feature basements with more consistent layouts but may still need modern drain tile systems to address potential moisture. The city running its own Lake Michigan water system and replacing lead service lines means homeowners should check their lines before plumbing-heavy basement work, which can impact ejector pump installations. The compact footprints of these homes frequently mean mechanicals like furnaces and water heaters are centrally located, requiring strategic design for egress windows and open living spaces. While the history doesn't detail flood events, the age and original construction methods of homes near North Avenue and Wolf Road suggest that proactive waterproofing and sump pump considerations are prudent for new living spaces.
For basement finishing projects in Northlake, the City of Northlake Building Department will conduct inspections at various stages, including framing, electrical, plumbing, and insulation, before issuing a final occupancy permit for the new space. GS Construction & Remodeling manages all permit applications and coordinates these required inspections directly with the city department.
How your Northlake 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 Northlake Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
Greg and Patryk do amazing work and are incredible to work with! GS Construction completed two extensive bathroom renovations for us, including completely reconfiguring layouts and expanding one. Both bathrooms are absolutely beautiful, and they have significantly improved our family's quality of life in our home. Patryk and Greg are great communicators, take pride in their work, and have good attention to detail. Throughout the project, they really listened to us, took the time to understand what we wanted, kept progress going in a timely manner, and provided expert advice/suggestions and help on specific questions along the way. Every one of their team members did high-quality work. We couldn't be happier with the end result, and definitely will hire them for future renovations!
Before & After & Timelapse
What homeowners near Northlake say
“Greg and Patryk do amazing work and are incredible to work with! GS Construction completed two extensive bathroom renovations for us, including completely reconfiguring layouts and expanding one. Both bathrooms are absolutely beautiful, and...”
“We found G&S on Houzz.com and couldn’t be happier. They created a full basement bathroom and did drywall work to enclose a section of the basement to create a small 4th bedroom. Not only was the price reasonable but their communication and...”
“We had an excellent experience working with GS Construction on our primary bedroom and bathroom renovation. From the very beginning, they were incredibly thorough and transparent in outlining the scope of work, budget, and timeline. Everyth...”
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Budgeting first? See real 2026 price ranges in our basement remodeling cost guide — and what your Northlake permit will add in our permit guide.
Completed projects around Northlake
GS Construction crews have completed 26 projects within 10 miles of Northlake — 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 Northlake 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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Service Area
Northlake and surrounding Chicagoland areas