Finished basements built for comfort, function and long term durability.
Basement Build Outs
A basement that feels like part of the house
We finish basements from framing through final trim, with careful planning for layout, lighting, comfort and durable materials. The goal is a lower level that feels like a true extension of the home, not a room you apologize for.
Many of our custom homes include finished lower levels, like the walkout on our Brick Estate home and the finished basement at Silo Ridge, so we build them to the same standard as the rest of the house.
Scope
Framing through final trim
Focus
Layout, lighting, comfort
Electrical
Licensed, in house
On site
Owner, every day
What goes into a good basement build out
Lighting matters more downstairs than anywhere else in the house, and as a licensed electrical contractor we plan it in house. We also pick materials that hold up below grade, and lay the space out around how your family will actually use it, whether that is a theater, a guest suite, a bar or a gym.
See finished lower levels in our basement portfolio.
How we run a job
One point of contact, start to finish
Plan
We start with a consultation on your goals, budget range, timeline and location. Then we coordinate plans, permits, selections and the schedule so the job is organized before anyone breaks ground.
Build
Frank is on the job every day. We coordinate the crews, track progress and check quality as we go, and you get one point of contact for every question.
Finish
We walk the finished work with you, close out the punch list and stay available after turnover. Past clients say Frank still checks in years later.
Basement Build Outs near you
RL works across 33 towns in the southwest and western suburbs. See every town we serve.
What clients say
Homeowners on working with Frank
Frank and his team built our dream home through COVID, and the quality has been exceptional. Years later he still checks in seasonally and stays a call or text away, which is rare and appreciated.
Julie Morris, homeownerFrank handled our kitchen renovation and we could not be happier with the final project. He was on site every day, used skilled craftsmen, and made what could have been stressful feel easy.
Homeowner, kitchen renovation
FAQ
Basement Build Outs: common questions
What can you build in a basement?
Living areas, guest bedrooms and baths, theaters, bars, gyms and storage. We plan the layout, lighting and materials around how you will use the space.
Do you do the electrical work?
Yes. RL Builders is a licensed electrical contractor, so electrical work is handled in house as part of the project. That keeps coordination tight and the schedule moving.
Do you handle permits?
Yes. We coordinate permitting and line the plans up with local requirements. Every suburb has its own rules, so we handle that part to keep the job moving.
How is pricing handled?
Once we understand the project, we explain the price and what it includes. Final cost depends on selections, complexity and site conditions. Payments are set up in phases tied to clear milestones as the work progresses.
Talk to Frank about your basement
Call (708) 301-0700 or send a few details, and Frank will walk you through scope, budget and timing.
