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 Riverwoods basement finishing
Edward L. Ryerson Conservation Area, Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods, Des Plaines River Trail, Riverwoods Village Hall, Deerfield High School, Adlai E. Stevenson High School, Milwaukee Avenue, Riverwoods Road, Metra Milwaukee District North at Deerfield
Neighborhoods we work in
- Thorngate
- Riverwoods Farm
- Riverwoods Village
- Deerfield Woods
- Red Oak Farm
Basement finishing in Riverwoods, IL
Basement finishing in Riverwoods frequently involves transforming the expansive lower levels of 1950s and '60s ranches and mid-century modern homes, many of which were originally built with unfinished or minimally finished basements. These projects often convert previously utilitarian spaces into vibrant extensions of the main living areas, adding significant functional square footage. We commonly encounter basements with generous footprints, allowing for flexible multi-zone layouts that cater to diverse family needs. The typical job here reconfigures open, concrete-floored spaces into defined rooms, often integrating new insulation, drywall, and custom millwork while carefully working around existing foundations and structural elements. For later custom builds along Riverwoods Road, basement finishes often involve upgrading previously basic finished spaces to align with contemporary luxury standards.
What Riverwoods homeowners ask for
Riverwoods homeowners frequently request dedicated home offices or studies in their finished basements, leveraging the quiet, secluded nature of these lower levels away from the main living buzz. We also see strong demand for expansive recreation rooms, often incorporating custom wet bars or kitchenettes, designed for entertaining guests within their spacious properties. Another common request is for additional guest suites or in-law apartments, providing private accommodations with direct access to egress windows.
About Riverwoods
Riverwoods incorporated in 1959 specifically to protect its woodlands, and that origin still shapes every remodel here. Homes sit on large wooded lots governed by the village's Tree and Woodland Protection Ordinance, so additions, decks, and exterior work get planned around protected trees from day one.
The housing stock leans mid-century — including more than 40 nature-infused modernist houses designed by architect Edward Humrich in the 1950s and '60s — alongside later ranches and custom builds along Riverwoods Road and Portwine Road. Families are served mostly by Deerfield District 109 schools and Deerfield High School, with portions attending Stevenson, and Metra's Milwaukee District North nearby in Deerfield.
The mid-century Humrich-designed modernist houses from the 1950s and '60s and later ranches often have basements with lower ceiling heights and may require drain tile installation due to older construction methods. Custom builds along Riverwoods Road and Portwine Road are more likely to have basements designed with higher ceilings and modern waterproofing. Homes on private wells may have ejector pumps for basement plumbing, which must be considered for new bathroom or kitchen additions. Mechanicals in these older homes might be less consolidated, requiring creative solutions to incorporate them into finished spaces. The ground in the area, particularly for homes on private wells, may necessitate careful moisture management and flood prevention strategies.
Basement finishing in Riverwoods requires building permits for structural alterations, new electrical and plumbing installations, and changes to egress or fire safety. The Village of Riverwoods Building Department reviews plans for these changes and requires inspections at various stages, all of which GS Construction & Remodeling manages from application to final approval.
How your Riverwoods 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 Riverwoods 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 Riverwoods say
“Greg came highly recommended for my bathroom remodel. From demolition to final product, I was very happy with my choice in contractors! Greg listened to what I wanted done, made some suggestions and even changed tile layout in the tub area...”
“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...”
“In a word, superb. This is the first time I've taken the trouble to review a contractor. We hired GS Construction to remodel a bathroom. The job took about 3 weeks; during that time, they were always on time and didn't miss a single day. Th...”
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Completed projects around Riverwoods
GS Construction crews have completed 285 projects within 10 miles of Riverwoods — 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 Riverwoods 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
Riverwoods and surrounding Chicagoland areas