Remodeling Costs · 2026
What remodeling really costs in the Chicago suburbs
Most remodelers make you sit through a sales visit to hear a number. We publish ours. These are the real ranges we see across our completed projects in the Chicago suburbs — what drives them up or down, and what is typically quoted separately.
| Project | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $35,000–$80,000 (custom $100K+) |
| Bathroom remodel | $15,000–$60,000+ |
| Basement finishing | $45,000–$150,000+ |
| Home addition | $200–$400 per sq ft |
Kitchen Remodel Cost
A mid-range kitchen remodel in the Chicago suburbs typically runs $35,000–$80,000 depending on cabinets, countertops, and layout changes. Hi...
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Bathroom Remodel Cost
A standard hall bathroom remodel in the Chicago suburbs runs $15,000–$30,000. Primary bathrooms with custom showers and tile typically cost...
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Basement Finishing Cost
A finished basement in the Chicago suburbs typically runs $45,000–$90,000 for a standard build-out, and $90,000–$150,000+ when adding a full...
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Home Addition Cost
Most home additions in the Chicago suburbs cost $200–$400 per square foot — roughly $60,000–$120,000 for a 300 sq ft bump-out and $150,000–$...
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Why we publish our numbers
An itemized scope is how you compare contractors apples-to-apples — and it's what your lender wants too. See how homeowners pay for remodels and how the GS process works.
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