Easter is one of the best-known and trusted fence, deck and renovation companies in the Midwest. Committed to “doing what’s right,” they are your good neighbor. The Easter Family guarantee is – “Even if it is the first job Dad did in 1957, if we didn’t do it right or didn’t do what we said, we’ll fix it for free.
"Vinyl fence repair. One post needed reset and turned out to be more difficult than expected but job was finished on schedule and no issues after spring storms with heavy rain."
Steve R on May 2024
Easter is one of the best-known and trusted fence, deck and renovation companies in the Midwest. Committed to “doing what’s right,” they are your good neighbor. The Easter Family guarantee is – “Even if it is the first job Dad did in 1957, if we didn’t do it right or didn’t do what we said, we’ll fix it for free.
"Vinyl fence repair. One post needed reset and turned out to be more difficult than expected but job was finished on schedule and no issues after spring storms with heavy rain."
Steve R on May 2024
Hello, my name is Al Birkenmeier, I am president of Birkenmeier and Sons, Inc.. So grateful for Angie's List and the Super Service Award 11 years in a row. I started my custom building and remodeling company in 1980 after 9 years in the commercial construction industry working with companies like McCarthy Bros., Hercules and Tarlton. I have pursued my love of providing the highest quality of construction while working hard at keeping my overhead down to keep it as affordable as possible. The proof is always in what my past has to offer so please don't hesitate to contact my past clients through a client reference list I would be happy to share with you as 99.9% are not Angie's List Members. Our quality of work and service is second to none so please let us offer you a no cost estimate and opinion for your next custom home or remodeling project. Thank you much, Al Birkenmeier
"Al is a true professional and we are so glad we chose Birkenmeier & Sons. First of all, Al brought his subcontractors with him to the initial meeting so he could provide an accurate proposal. Al also brought in a professional decorator to help design project and pick out fixtures and materials. Once we got started, they went to great lengths to put up plastic barriers and floor protection to protect the rest of the house from construction dust and debris. Demolition went quickly and the renovation process went smoothly. Al's carpenters and subs were all very professional and friendly. Al was on scene throughout the process to make sure job was done right. We are completely satisfied with the results, highly recommended!"
John F on October 2024
Hello, my name is Al Birkenmeier, I am president of Birkenmeier and Sons, Inc.. So grateful for Angie's List and the Super Service Award 11 years in a row. I started my custom building and remodeling company in 1980 after 9 years in the commercial construction industry working with companies like McCarthy Bros., Hercules and Tarlton. I have pursued my love of providing the highest quality of construction while working hard at keeping my overhead down to keep it as affordable as possible. The proof is always in what my past has to offer so please don't hesitate to contact my past clients through a client reference list I would be happy to share with you as 99.9% are not Angie's List Members. Our quality of work and service is second to none so please let us offer you a no cost estimate and opinion for your next custom home or remodeling project. Thank you much, Al Birkenmeier
"Al is a true professional and we are so glad we chose Birkenmeier & Sons. First of all, Al brought his subcontractors with him to the initial meeting so he could provide an accurate proposal. Al also brought in a professional decorator to help design project and pick out fixtures and materials. Once we got started, they went to great lengths to put up plastic barriers and floor protection to protect the rest of the house from construction dust and debris. Demolition went quickly and the renovation process went smoothly. Al's carpenters and subs were all very professional and friendly. Al was on scene throughout the process to make sure job was done right. We are completely satisfied with the results, highly recommended!"
John F on October 2024
CoCara Remodeling LLC, is a one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We're dedicated to offering a customizable solution to make your remodeling experience long lasting and memorable. No job is too big or too small. Our team is highly experienced, and has a diverse skillset to offer.
"Shawn and his guys do amazing work. From the first time I met him, I knew he was honest and professional in what he does. There was a problem with flooring issue during the job and he fixed it for me. Just today, I had an issue with my doors sticking and he came to fix it. He is a stand up guy for sure. I would recommend his work to anyone if you are looking for a high quality product at a great price!"
Jason K on May 2021
CoCara Remodeling LLC, is a one stop shop for all your home improvement needs. We're dedicated to offering a customizable solution to make your remodeling experience long lasting and memorable. No job is too big or too small. Our team is highly experienced, and has a diverse skillset to offer.
"Shawn and his guys do amazing work. From the first time I met him, I knew he was honest and professional in what he does. There was a problem with flooring issue during the job and he fixed it for me. Just today, I had an issue with my doors sticking and he came to fix it. He is a stand up guy for sure. I would recommend his work to anyone if you are looking for a high quality product at a great price!"
Jason K on May 2021
Our role as your chief advisors and remodeler is to make your renovation journey as intelligent and efficient as possible. Whether your goal is to foster a healthier living environment within your home, to create spaces that cater to entertaining, or to fulfill any other dream you may have for your home, we're here to guide you every step of the way, for the best outcome. Our goal is for you to live better at home.
"We could not have been more pleased with our experience with Dana King! This is the design / build / remodel firm you are looking for. We felt taken care of throughout the experience from the initial discussions through to the end. Dana and her project managers guided us through the remodel, and the end result incorporated our choices in lighting, paint color, and flooring. We would have no hesitation about working with them again if we decide to do an addition or remodel our kitchen / patio."
Peter S on January 2025
Our role as your chief advisors and remodeler is to make your renovation journey as intelligent and efficient as possible. Whether your goal is to foster a healthier living environment within your home, to create spaces that cater to entertaining, or to fulfill any other dream you may have for your home, we're here to guide you every step of the way, for the best outcome. Our goal is for you to live better at home.
"We could not have been more pleased with our experience with Dana King! This is the design / build / remodel firm you are looking for. We felt taken care of throughout the experience from the initial discussions through to the end. Dana and her project managers guided us through the remodel, and the end result incorporated our choices in lighting, paint color, and flooring. We would have no hesitation about working with them again if we decide to do an addition or remodel our kitchen / patio."
Peter S on January 2025
G.A. Chott & Associates, Inc. is a professional remodeling company specializing in kitchens, baths, basements, doors, windows, flooring, painting, and most interior repairs and maintenance. We work together as a team for the benefit of the company as well as for our customers. Our business is helping people transform their living spaces into the home of their dreams. We will do this by being on time and on budget and by providing quality workmanship at reasonable pricing. Hard work has produced a reputation whereby our customers are assured of quality remodeling and repairs that are completed with attention to detail by polite and courteous professional people. Our company pays competitive wages and benefits. We invest time and money in training employees to make them as good as they can be. You will find that our prices are competitive for the quality work that we do. Please call us for all of your remodeling needs.
"This is the second time we’ve hired GA Chott during the past 15 years. We hired Darryll and Angie and team to build out a bathroom from scratch (no plumbing) in our upstairs attic space, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. The quality of the work is unsurpassed. We had an inspector ask us about who did the work so that he could contact them for a job in his own home. The quality and attention to detail were incredible. James is purely a rockstar – he works quietly (considering it included demo and the like), cleanly and respectfully. He kept us in the know along the way and really brought the details together. He was always available when we had questions and did quality work from top to bottom. Most of all, James really treated our home as though it was his own. The coordination of the project (which included several required inspections) was all handled by Angie and team. She is a great communicator, and that can’t be overlooked in a project of this scale. Again, she was always available for any questions we may have, and made it feel like we were their only clients. Darryll helped us navigate decisions and brought the full plan together. When we encountered a couple of small issues, he was quick to address and correct them, and assured that things were properly handled. This was a large, 8-week project. We did our homework and acquired several bids. GA Chott wasn’t the cheapest (or the most expensive), but they were clearly the best choice. We give our highest recommendation. You’ll be pleased with both the quality of the work and how it’s handled throughout the process."
James S on November 2023
G.A. Chott & Associates, Inc. is a professional remodeling company specializing in kitchens, baths, basements, doors, windows, flooring, painting, and most interior repairs and maintenance. We work together as a team for the benefit of the company as well as for our customers. Our business is helping people transform their living spaces into the home of their dreams. We will do this by being on time and on budget and by providing quality workmanship at reasonable pricing. Hard work has produced a reputation whereby our customers are assured of quality remodeling and repairs that are completed with attention to detail by polite and courteous professional people. Our company pays competitive wages and benefits. We invest time and money in training employees to make them as good as they can be. You will find that our prices are competitive for the quality work that we do. Please call us for all of your remodeling needs.
"This is the second time we’ve hired GA Chott during the past 15 years. We hired Darryll and Angie and team to build out a bathroom from scratch (no plumbing) in our upstairs attic space, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. The quality of the work is unsurpassed. We had an inspector ask us about who did the work so that he could contact them for a job in his own home. The quality and attention to detail were incredible. James is purely a rockstar – he works quietly (considering it included demo and the like), cleanly and respectfully. He kept us in the know along the way and really brought the details together. He was always available when we had questions and did quality work from top to bottom. Most of all, James really treated our home as though it was his own. The coordination of the project (which included several required inspections) was all handled by Angie and team. She is a great communicator, and that can’t be overlooked in a project of this scale. Again, she was always available for any questions we may have, and made it feel like we were their only clients. Darryll helped us navigate decisions and brought the full plan together. When we encountered a couple of small issues, he was quick to address and correct them, and assured that things were properly handled. This was a large, 8-week project. We did our homework and acquired several bids. GA Chott wasn’t the cheapest (or the most expensive), but they were clearly the best choice. We give our highest recommendation. You’ll be pleased with both the quality of the work and how it’s handled throughout the process."
James S on November 2023
STLBuildPro consists of two contracting companies: Carrera Exteriors LLC and Carrera Plaster Restoration LLC. We focus on customer satisfaction by providing a combination of services with excellent value and integrity. We are experienced in insurance claims and we work with insurance companies.
"They did a solid job and were a pleasure to deal with. Very professional."
Curtis H on October 2023
STLBuildPro consists of two contracting companies: Carrera Exteriors LLC and Carrera Plaster Restoration LLC. We focus on customer satisfaction by providing a combination of services with excellent value and integrity. We are experienced in insurance claims and we work with insurance companies.
"They did a solid job and were a pleasure to deal with. Very professional."
Curtis H on October 2023
Norse Construction, LLC is a unique small business. Over my 30 plus years of construction I've had numerous customers tell me of contractors who don't show up, don't clean up after themselves, build what THEY want and NOT what the homeower wants. Its simple. I started Norse simply because you should have what YOU want and when you want it - period.
"We attempted to have our unfinished basement finished in 2020. The project started in June of 2020 and was terminated unfinished in January of 2021. Total cost of the partial project was $75,771. Several issues led to the termination of the project. The primary was lack of actual project management and ability to take responsibility for errors by the contractor, which, in addition to being frustrating, contributed to the unnecessarily long project time of 7 months while still not being finished. Examples include: - An I-Beam for a heavy-bag track was to be installed on the ceiling. It was installed in the incorrect location and extremely poorly, to the point where flanges were overlapping. When confronted, the contractor stated that it just "wasn't finished". However, the correction required the complete removal and re-installation. Then the contractor claimed the issue was due to insufficient instruction supplied, even though all required information was in fact supplied. The installation crew was simply not competent and failed to install as instructed. - Wood panels were put on a large portion of the ceiling. Several conversations in writing instructed that there was to be no more work done after the initial paint as we liked the look as is. When painters were on-site for the walls, it was confirmed with them verbally that the ceiling was complete and not to perform work on them. However, they caulked and painted it anyway. When confronted, the contractor stated it was always known that this work was to be done. He also said it was only painted and not caulked, which was clearly not the case. Additionally, when shown texts and emails where we explicitly requested no more work done to the ceiling and that he also stated it was complete, he simply ignored it. - When ordering a vanity, he sent us to a shop to select one. However, when it came time to need the vanity, we found it had never actually been ordered. The contractor blamed us for not ordering it while at the shop, however the person at the shop later confirmed the hold up was the contractor not confirming the order. These are some of the biggest examples, but there were communication issues throughout the project. The termination of the contact didn't go any better than the rest of the project. We were told up front, in writing, that we would be billed for all services each week for the prior week. However, when we were settling up after the contract was terminated, there were many costs he was back charging for, meaning they were not billed during the week of work as the original contract stated. One of the items had no reciept. One of the bigger issues here was the painting. The painting cost was much too high relative to the original bid price based on actual work performed. When asked for an itemized bill for painting, it included painting work that had not been performed. The contractor ultimately removed the item for which he didn't have a receipt and reduced the paint cost by some amount. It was still not correct, but we agreed to pay to end the situation."
Jeremy H on January 2023
Norse Construction, LLC is a unique small business. Over my 30 plus years of construction I've had numerous customers tell me of contractors who don't show up, don't clean up after themselves, build what THEY want and NOT what the homeower wants. Its simple. I started Norse simply because you should have what YOU want and when you want it - period.
"We attempted to have our unfinished basement finished in 2020. The project started in June of 2020 and was terminated unfinished in January of 2021. Total cost of the partial project was $75,771. Several issues led to the termination of the project. The primary was lack of actual project management and ability to take responsibility for errors by the contractor, which, in addition to being frustrating, contributed to the unnecessarily long project time of 7 months while still not being finished. Examples include: - An I-Beam for a heavy-bag track was to be installed on the ceiling. It was installed in the incorrect location and extremely poorly, to the point where flanges were overlapping. When confronted, the contractor stated that it just "wasn't finished". However, the correction required the complete removal and re-installation. Then the contractor claimed the issue was due to insufficient instruction supplied, even though all required information was in fact supplied. The installation crew was simply not competent and failed to install as instructed. - Wood panels were put on a large portion of the ceiling. Several conversations in writing instructed that there was to be no more work done after the initial paint as we liked the look as is. When painters were on-site for the walls, it was confirmed with them verbally that the ceiling was complete and not to perform work on them. However, they caulked and painted it anyway. When confronted, the contractor stated it was always known that this work was to be done. He also said it was only painted and not caulked, which was clearly not the case. Additionally, when shown texts and emails where we explicitly requested no more work done to the ceiling and that he also stated it was complete, he simply ignored it. - When ordering a vanity, he sent us to a shop to select one. However, when it came time to need the vanity, we found it had never actually been ordered. The contractor blamed us for not ordering it while at the shop, however the person at the shop later confirmed the hold up was the contractor not confirming the order. These are some of the biggest examples, but there were communication issues throughout the project. The termination of the contact didn't go any better than the rest of the project. We were told up front, in writing, that we would be billed for all services each week for the prior week. However, when we were settling up after the contract was terminated, there were many costs he was back charging for, meaning they were not billed during the week of work as the original contract stated. One of the items had no reciept. One of the bigger issues here was the painting. The painting cost was much too high relative to the original bid price based on actual work performed. When asked for an itemized bill for painting, it included painting work that had not been performed. The contractor ultimately removed the item for which he didn't have a receipt and reduced the paint cost by some amount. It was still not correct, but we agreed to pay to end the situation."
Jeremy H on January 2023
We are a general construction company that specializes in home remodeling and outdoor spaces. The end goal for every one of our projects is to deliver a high-quality space that is on time and on budget.
"Great company, great work and a great price! They extended a patio and built a roof over it. We are hiring them again. Their work was top-notch and the price was fair and reasonable."
dawn d on October 2024
We are a general construction company that specializes in home remodeling and outdoor spaces. The end goal for every one of our projects is to deliver a high-quality space that is on time and on budget.
"Great company, great work and a great price! They extended a patio and built a roof over it. We are hiring them again. Their work was top-notch and the price was fair and reasonable."
dawn d on October 2024
Stein Design has been a family owned and operated business for over 30 years. Three generations of our family ensure you top quality workmanship, and customer service. Feel confident and secure, knowing that working with us means trustworthy, competent people and work. Our slogan says it all, "We're as proud of our work as you are of your home".
"Excellent!!! Trey’s crew was very professional and did a good job communicating expectations throughout the entire process. They came in on time and on budget. I love my new deck!"
Mike V on April 2025
Stein Design has been a family owned and operated business for over 30 years. Three generations of our family ensure you top quality workmanship, and customer service. Feel confident and secure, knowing that working with us means trustworthy, competent people and work. Our slogan says it all, "We're as proud of our work as you are of your home".
"Excellent!!! Trey’s crew was very professional and did a good job communicating expectations throughout the entire process. They came in on time and on budget. I love my new deck!"
Mike V on April 2025
We are a third generation. Family owned & operated. construction/renovation business that services St.Louis County, St. Charles County, Lincoln, Warren and other surrounding areas.
"Tom and his crew were easy to work with. They are trustworthy and listened to my preferences and concerns. They also kept me informed every step of the way. I am happy with my bathroom remodel."
Diane F on February 2023
We are a third generation. Family owned & operated. construction/renovation business that services St.Louis County, St. Charles County, Lincoln, Warren and other surrounding areas.
"Tom and his crew were easy to work with. They are trustworthy and listened to my preferences and concerns. They also kept me informed every step of the way. I am happy with my bathroom remodel."
Diane F on February 2023
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Last update on April 17, 2025
Unless you have extensive experience in construction work, remodeling a basement is best left to a professional. There are several tasks associated with this project that require exact precision, including:
Replacing insulation
Replacing carpet or other flooring
Adding heating and cooling
Adjusting or adding walls and doors
Altering or adding plumbing elements
If any of these elements is done incorrectly, it could severely impact the quality of your basement remodel and be dangerous. Changing a basement often comes with code safety requirements, like egress windows and proper ventilation. Therefore, leaving it up to a professional is often the best decision.
The cost to finish a basement is $18,400 for the average homeowner. However, this cost could be as little as $2,800 or as much as $34,500, depending on the basement size and the materials needed. If your basement is already outfitted with electrical and plumbing, expect the cost to fall on the lower end.
For example, the drywall cost for this project averages around $1,750, but other features, like hiring a plumber, cost between $45 and $200 per hour.
The cost to remodel a basement is between $12,100 and $33,400 for the average homeowner. The price you pay can be as little as $3,500 or as much as $50,200, depending on the size and condition of your basement and the type of remodel you're doing.
If you're doing a simple project like adding a home office to your basement, you can expect to pay anywhere from $500 to $3,000. However, if you're adding a bathroom, which is an extensive project, you can expect to pay between $6,600 to $16,500.
Since DIYing a basement remodel isn't typically advised, there are some ways that you can still save money on this project without putting yourself in danger. Some ways to save money on a basement remodel include:
Painting walls yourself versus including in the cost of the remodel
Installing light fixtures yourself
Choosing prefabricated fixtures, like cabinets, over custom ones
Choosing a budget-friendly flooring option, like laminate or vinyl flooring, and add rugs where necessary
Although homeowners often use the terms basement remodeling and basement finishing interchangeably, they are quite different terms.
Finishing a basement is the process of taking a basement space that is not habitable and adding elements to make it usable. This includes adding plumbing, flooring, and insulation.
Remodeling a basement means taking an already existing finished basement and changing it, often by adding or removing walls, adding plumbing, or changing the existing flooring.