Now Offering A COVID-19 Stimulus Program • $0 down • Up to $2,000 in immediate cash rebates • 12 months no payment, no interest program that rolls into a low payment, low interest plan as low as 2.99%! • Now offering VIRTUAL/REMOTE consultations We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing both Southeast Michigan (Detroit/Ann Arbor) and the Chicagoland area. Our focus is providing clients with a clear, upfront vision of expectations through a design/build approach. Our FREE design service provides potential customers with a collaborative consultation geared towards budget, wants, needs and lifestyle. Aside from providing great ideas, Matrix will furnish at NO COST a 3D rendering and detailed line-by-line proposal that is guaranteed for 1 year. Matrix Basement Systems is a "ONE STOP SHOP" for basement finishing and by virtue of our unique, customer-focused process, we have became one of the Nation's largest home remodeling companies. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction and providing a great working experience throughout the construction process. Finishing your basement has never been easier! Call today for a free, no obligation design consultation!
"They were the most timely to what I needed, and end result was what I wanted."
Stefanie W on October 2024
Now Offering A COVID-19 Stimulus Program • $0 down • Up to $2,000 in immediate cash rebates • 12 months no payment, no interest program that rolls into a low payment, low interest plan as low as 2.99%! • Now offering VIRTUAL/REMOTE consultations We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing both Southeast Michigan (Detroit/Ann Arbor) and the Chicagoland area. Our focus is providing clients with a clear, upfront vision of expectations through a design/build approach. Our FREE design service provides potential customers with a collaborative consultation geared towards budget, wants, needs and lifestyle. Aside from providing great ideas, Matrix will furnish at NO COST a 3D rendering and detailed line-by-line proposal that is guaranteed for 1 year. Matrix Basement Systems is a "ONE STOP SHOP" for basement finishing and by virtue of our unique, customer-focused process, we have became one of the Nation's largest home remodeling companies. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction and providing a great working experience throughout the construction process. Finishing your basement has never been easier! Call today for a free, no obligation design consultation!
"They were the most timely to what I needed, and end result was what I wanted."
Stefanie W on October 2024
We are a boutique style, very personal home remodeling company that works with each customer to get their project done at an affordable budget - From kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, painting, decking and more - we average 28%-37% less than our competitors. offer senior, military, education, first responder discounts with flexible payment terms and finance options.
"Great company and tremendous value highly recommend"
linda w on February 2025
We are a boutique style, very personal home remodeling company that works with each customer to get their project done at an affordable budget - From kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, painting, decking and more - we average 28%-37% less than our competitors. offer senior, military, education, first responder discounts with flexible payment terms and finance options.
"Great company and tremendous value highly recommend"
linda w on February 2025
With over 30 years of experience, Gary L Melchi Inc specializes in residential remodeling including kitchens, bathrooms, custom changes/additions, total remodels and open room designs.
"Gary is incredibly organized and a delight to work with! He oversaw the building of an accessory dwelling unit in our backyard and the finished product is beautiful"
Anna w on March 2025
With over 30 years of experience, Gary L Melchi Inc specializes in residential remodeling including kitchens, bathrooms, custom changes/additions, total remodels and open room designs.
"Gary is incredibly organized and a delight to work with! He oversaw the building of an accessory dwelling unit in our backyard and the finished product is beautiful"
Anna w on March 2025
BBK construction proudly offers a wide range of your home improvement needs. Both major and minor remodeling projects including but not limited to decks, additions, dormers, kitchen/bath remodel, finished basements, and elderly home care renovations. BBK is your one stop shop for all your building needs. Licensed, insured, and with over 40 years combined experience, BBK is prepared to help you improve your home.
"Frank is excellent. He’s managed the number of projects for me now. One project was a bunch of renovations on homes for an adult foster care business I run. That was about $100,000 in work so far. He also managed the renovation of two buildings for our Mosque. That has been about $600,000 in work so far. Frank is extremely positive and always has an upbeat attitude, willing to make it work. I really enjoy working with Frank."
brad B on April 2025
BBK construction proudly offers a wide range of your home improvement needs. Both major and minor remodeling projects including but not limited to decks, additions, dormers, kitchen/bath remodel, finished basements, and elderly home care renovations. BBK is your one stop shop for all your building needs. Licensed, insured, and with over 40 years combined experience, BBK is prepared to help you improve your home.
"Frank is excellent. He’s managed the number of projects for me now. One project was a bunch of renovations on homes for an adult foster care business I run. That was about $100,000 in work so far. He also managed the renovation of two buildings for our Mosque. That has been about $600,000 in work so far. Frank is extremely positive and always has an upbeat attitude, willing to make it work. I really enjoy working with Frank."
brad B on April 2025
Here at Real Deal Remodeling we are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a wide variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your personal satisfaction.
"This company is a joke and you have to be crazy to hire them. The owner, Lance, is a great sales man but will not abide by his contract or his word. I have been hounding Lance for 15 months to fix a drain he put in my driveway. I keep getting empty promises that it will be taken care of. The drain has never worked and my garage floods with large rains. This is just the tip of the iceberg. I had one of his crew tell me shortly after the project that Lance took shortcuts. Cracks appeared in the driveway less than six months after completion. And, multiple areas of the driveway shift up and down when driven over. I currently am seeking legal remedies. If you want to throw your money in the trash, Real Deal Remodeling is for you."
Edward W on August 2023
Here at Real Deal Remodeling we are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a wide variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your personal satisfaction.
"This company is a joke and you have to be crazy to hire them. The owner, Lance, is a great sales man but will not abide by his contract or his word. I have been hounding Lance for 15 months to fix a drain he put in my driveway. I keep getting empty promises that it will be taken care of. The drain has never worked and my garage floods with large rains. This is just the tip of the iceberg. I had one of his crew tell me shortly after the project that Lance took shortcuts. Cracks appeared in the driveway less than six months after completion. And, multiple areas of the driveway shift up and down when driven over. I currently am seeking legal remedies. If you want to throw your money in the trash, Real Deal Remodeling is for you."
Edward W on August 2023
Since 2009, we’ve completed over 10,000 basement projects across Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin! Matrix Basement Finishing is proud to be ranked as the #1 basement finishing company in America, delivering premium quality and unmatched durability at an incredible value. Our advanced Forever Wall System is engineered to resist water, mold, and mildew, ensuring your finished basement stays beautiful and functional for years to come—something traditional materials simply can’t match. When you choose Matrix Basement Finishing, you’ll enjoy: - Flexible financing options backed by trusted national partners - A limited lifetime warranty for long-term peace of mind - Comprehensive, all-in-one service so you’ll never need to work with a third party - Expert installation by professional installers and design consultants With Matrix Basement Finishing, you get an exceptional product, outstanding service, and a finished basement you’ll love for life.
"Matrix did a phenomenal job from start to finish. We could not be happier with our basement and the construction. Communication was prompt, progress was well informed, and our contractor, Ron, ensured that everything was completed to our satisfaction. We can not recommend Matrix enough."
Ben R on February 2025
Since 2009, we’ve completed over 10,000 basement projects across Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin! Matrix Basement Finishing is proud to be ranked as the #1 basement finishing company in America, delivering premium quality and unmatched durability at an incredible value. Our advanced Forever Wall System is engineered to resist water, mold, and mildew, ensuring your finished basement stays beautiful and functional for years to come—something traditional materials simply can’t match. When you choose Matrix Basement Finishing, you’ll enjoy: - Flexible financing options backed by trusted national partners - A limited lifetime warranty for long-term peace of mind - Comprehensive, all-in-one service so you’ll never need to work with a third party - Expert installation by professional installers and design consultants With Matrix Basement Finishing, you get an exceptional product, outstanding service, and a finished basement you’ll love for life.
"Matrix did a phenomenal job from start to finish. We could not be happier with our basement and the construction. Communication was prompt, progress was well informed, and our contractor, Ron, ensured that everything was completed to our satisfaction. We can not recommend Matrix enough."
Ben R on February 2025
At Tecumseh Cabinet and Countertops we treat our customers with respect, integrity, and offer clear communication. We are here to provide a professional service that you would expect from any large company, but with the customer service and support of a small business. Kitchen and Bathroom are our specialties! Starting with design and working with you through cabinets, cabinet organization, countertops, tile, and cabinet handles we are hear to work for you! Fail to plan, plan to fail. Or in this case plan on potential disappointment. This process is so vital to a successful project. Design: Kitchen and bath design is vital for any successful remodel process. Our professional kitchen and bath designer can save homeowners money and time designing spaces that meet their unique preferences and needs. Design is where the dream begins! When making it a reality, we are confident that we provide the best cabinets and countertops on the market.
"Charged double the original estimate to *prep brick* so the job would be durable and the paint would not fail. Brick started bleeding through less than a year after job was completed. Refuses to stand by warranty which was clearly listed on their website. Would never ever recommend them for any type of service. If you are unfortunate enough to hire them, be warned and keep track of how many people are on site and for how long."
Stephanie M on July 2019
At Tecumseh Cabinet and Countertops we treat our customers with respect, integrity, and offer clear communication. We are here to provide a professional service that you would expect from any large company, but with the customer service and support of a small business. Kitchen and Bathroom are our specialties! Starting with design and working with you through cabinets, cabinet organization, countertops, tile, and cabinet handles we are hear to work for you! Fail to plan, plan to fail. Or in this case plan on potential disappointment. This process is so vital to a successful project. Design: Kitchen and bath design is vital for any successful remodel process. Our professional kitchen and bath designer can save homeowners money and time designing spaces that meet their unique preferences and needs. Design is where the dream begins! When making it a reality, we are confident that we provide the best cabinets and countertops on the market.
"Charged double the original estimate to *prep brick* so the job would be durable and the paint would not fail. Brick started bleeding through less than a year after job was completed. Refuses to stand by warranty which was clearly listed on their website. Would never ever recommend them for any type of service. If you are unfortunate enough to hire them, be warned and keep track of how many people are on site and for how long."
Stephanie M on July 2019
We are veteran owned and ran for almost 5 years. We specialize in anything construction and also automotive at competitive pricing and guaranteed quality work. In reasonable time. So if you want quality work done at a price you can afford give us a call
We are veteran owned and ran for almost 5 years. We specialize in anything construction and also automotive at competitive pricing and guaranteed quality work. In reasonable time. So if you want quality work done at a price you can afford give us a call
Carpenters are involved with 90% of the work that gets done in a house.Our motto “First Man On Site, Last One To Leave” is truly what it means. So I hope you trust us to get the job done because we trust and promise you that #1 you picked the right guys for the job and #2 you wil love that you picked the right guys for the job! We Specialize In: Drywall Wood Flooring Concrete Flooring Framing Roofing Demolition
Carpenters are involved with 90% of the work that gets done in a house.Our motto “First Man On Site, Last One To Leave” is truly what it means. So I hope you trust us to get the job done because we trust and promise you that #1 you picked the right guys for the job and #2 you wil love that you picked the right guys for the job! We Specialize In: Drywall Wood Flooring Concrete Flooring Framing Roofing Demolition
Replacement Windows and Doors Bathroom Remodels Painting Trim work New floors Reverse osmosis water purification systems We are perfectionists and do the job right 20+Years of remodeling experience
"Very well. He showed up on time for the estimate. Windows ordered and installed on time without issues. I will be hiring him again for some interior painting. Him again for some interior painting"
Jerry C on March 2025
Replacement Windows and Doors Bathroom Remodels Painting Trim work New floors Reverse osmosis water purification systems We are perfectionists and do the job right 20+Years of remodeling experience
"Very well. He showed up on time for the estimate. Windows ordered and installed on time without issues. I will be hiring him again for some interior painting. Him again for some interior painting"
Jerry C on March 2025
Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.
General contractors are the ones that coordinate home construction projects. They are in charge of the day-to-day oversight of the subcontractors to ensure that the project is completed on time and to resolve problems as they arise. General contractors:
Complete pre-construction planning, both with the customer and crew
Provide realistic cost estimates
Develop construction timelines
Ensure deadlines are met
Acquire permits as needed
Purchase supplies and materials
Before hiring a general contractor for your home project, it’s a great idea to write down a list of questions to discuss with each prospect. Some example questions to get you started include:
Which types of insurance do you carry?
Can you provide a list of references?
What is the expected timeline for this project?
How will my project be supervised?
Will you hire subcontractors for the job?
What is the best way to communicate changes?
Will you obtain all of the required building permits?
While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand.