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Avatar for Matrix Basement Finishing
Matrix Basement Finishing
36082 Industrial Rd
4.05(
60
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Approved Pro
Matrix Basement Finishing
36082 Industrial Rd
4.05(
60
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
278 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

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


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Overbuilt Construction
91 South Main Street
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Overbuilt Construction
91 South Main Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
205 local quotes requested

Family owned business with over 23 years experience - Builder Homes - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - General Contractor

"Great job, wonderful to work with. We will have them back to do more work for us in the future"

Skye B on January 2025

Family owned business with over 23 years experience - Builder Homes - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom - General Contractor

"Great job, wonderful to work with. We will have them back to do more work for us in the future"

Skye B on January 2025


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Home Pro of West Michigan LLC
4101 40th St SE
4.71(
24
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Approved Pro
Home Pro of West Michigan LLC
4101 40th St SE
4.71(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
1042 local quotes requested

At Home Pro of West Michigan LLC our business thrives on quality and integrity. With over 30 years of experience, we are experts in the construction trade specializing in Wet Area replacement, Windows and Doors. We are family-owned and our business is built on trust, integrity, and quality workmanship. We pride ourselves on completing work in a timely, efficient manner as well as creating a safe working environment for our employees. At Home Pro of West Michigan we go the extra mile to ensure our clients can give their home the care it needs without breaking your budget with competitive prices and financing options. Contact us today for a free estimate. We look forward to earning your business!

"Work has not been done yet but so far every one has been wonderful"

Cheryl M on February 2025

At Home Pro of West Michigan LLC our business thrives on quality and integrity. With over 30 years of experience, we are experts in the construction trade specializing in Wet Area replacement, Windows and Doors. We are family-owned and our business is built on trust, integrity, and quality workmanship. We pride ourselves on completing work in a timely, efficient manner as well as creating a safe working environment for our employees. At Home Pro of West Michigan we go the extra mile to ensure our clients can give their home the care it needs without breaking your budget with competitive prices and financing options. Contact us today for a free estimate. We look forward to earning your business!

"Work has not been done yet but so far every one has been wonderful"

Cheryl M on February 2025


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Michael Myers Home Improvement
673 Brookside Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Michael Myers Home Improvement
673 Brookside Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

Home Improvement is our Specialty, from your needs in gutters and yard clean up, all the way to new flooring or framing out that basement, we will take the time to find out what you need and make it happen within your budget. With an eye for restoration and driven by attention to detail, allow us to breathe new life into an old project or get that new one started and finished!

"I gave Andrew some blueprints for a mud kitchen I had found on Etsy and he put it together and stained it within a day! It was the perfect birthday present for my daughter. Would hire again!"

Sarah M on December 2024

Home Improvement is our Specialty, from your needs in gutters and yard clean up, all the way to new flooring or framing out that basement, we will take the time to find out what you need and make it happen within your budget. With an eye for restoration and driven by attention to detail, allow us to breathe new life into an old project or get that new one started and finished!

"I gave Andrew some blueprints for a mud kitchen I had found on Etsy and he put it together and stained it within a day! It was the perfect birthday present for my daughter. Would hire again!"

Sarah M on December 2024


Avatar for CFC-WM Home
CFC-WM Home
2887 Sanford Avenue Southwest
4.33(
6
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Approved Pro
CFC-WM Home
2887 Sanford Avenue Southwest
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
393 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

CFC-WM Home provides world class Customer Service with the ability to address minor repairs to major renovations. We strive to see our customers vision become reality. See what CFC-WM Home can do for you. We look forward to the opportunity.

"Excellent work. Very professional!"

David D on December 2024

CFC-WM Home provides world class Customer Service with the ability to address minor repairs to major renovations. We strive to see our customers vision become reality. See what CFC-WM Home can do for you. We look forward to the opportunity.

"Excellent work. Very professional!"

David D on December 2024


Avatar for New Image Remodeling
New Image Remodeling
2111 PINE RIDGE DR
4.87(
121
)
Approved Pro
New Image Remodeling
2111 PINE RIDGE DR
4.87(
121
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
867 local quotes requested

With any project big or small, we always guarantee to provide you with the highest quality remodeling solutions for you and your project. From start to finish you will enjoy working with our team! Take a minute to read some of our real life reviews from the past eight years of our customers. Please call us today and setup an appointment - all estimates are always free! We hope to have the privilege of serving you!

"Mark and his team were fantastic. We love our bedroom and bathroom added to our basement! We are very happy with how everything turned out. Every single sub contractor was great to work with as well. Would highly recommend!"

Mark R on March 2025

With any project big or small, we always guarantee to provide you with the highest quality remodeling solutions for you and your project. From start to finish you will enjoy working with our team! Take a minute to read some of our real life reviews from the past eight years of our customers. Please call us today and setup an appointment - all estimates are always free! We hope to have the privilege of serving you!

"Mark and his team were fantastic. We love our bedroom and bathroom added to our basement! We are very happy with how everything turned out. Every single sub contractor was great to work with as well. Would highly recommend!"

Mark R on March 2025


Avatar for Swinging Blades Lawn Care & Landscaping
Swinging Blades Lawn Care & Landscaping
3.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Swinging Blades Lawn Care & Landscaping
3.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
179 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"I asked for a quote owner came on Tuesday Feb. 28, 2023. We talked about what need to be done. He left still have not gotten a quote on the work. It is now Mar 6, 2023 a week later. No calls .. Sent emails. If I could have gave a zero i would."

Janet W on March 2023

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"I asked for a quote owner came on Tuesday Feb. 28, 2023. We talked about what need to be done. He left still have not gotten a quote on the work. It is now Mar 6, 2023 a week later. No calls .. Sent emails. If I could have gave a zero i would."

Janet W on March 2023


Avatar for Nelson Remodeling & Services
Nelson Remodeling & Services
1508 Broadway Ave NW
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Nelson Remodeling & Services
1508 Broadway Ave NW
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
567 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"The quality of work was awesome and I personally like the service."

Dudley L on October 2022

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"The quality of work was awesome and I personally like the service."

Dudley L on October 2022


Avatar for SJK HANDYMAN SERVICES LLC
SJK HANDYMAN SERVICES LLC
1555 52nd St. SE
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
SJK HANDYMAN SERVICES LLC
1555 52nd St. SE
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
364 local quotes requested

SJK Handyman Services offers a full range of home repair and remodeling services in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a convenient location in Kentwood, MI, their skilled handymen specialize in kitchen and bathroom renovations, making your home improvement dreams a reality. Services include basement finishing, drywall repair and installation, interior and exterior painting, flooring installation, electrical fixture installation, plumbing repairs and more, with a free estimate available upon request. SJK Handyman Services is committed to providing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, ensuring that every project is completed with skill and precision.

"Great! Steve always arrived when he said he would. His work was good quality and his prices were fair. I would hire him again!"

Mary S on March 2025

SJK Handyman Services offers a full range of home repair and remodeling services in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a convenient location in Kentwood, MI, their skilled handymen specialize in kitchen and bathroom renovations, making your home improvement dreams a reality. Services include basement finishing, drywall repair and installation, interior and exterior painting, flooring installation, electrical fixture installation, plumbing repairs and more, with a free estimate available upon request. SJK Handyman Services is committed to providing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, ensuring that every project is completed with skill and precision.

"Great! Steve always arrived when he said he would. His work was good quality and his prices were fair. I would hire him again!"

Mary S on March 2025


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Lewis Home Builders
Based In
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Lewis Home Builders
Based In
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

At Lewis Home Builders, we understand that your home is more than just a structure; it's a place where memories are made. That's why we are committed to ensuring that your vision drives every decision and every step of the project. With a focus on craftsmanship, transparency, and communication, we work tirelessly to deliver exceptional results that you'll love for years to come. Contact for free estimates (616) 826-7514

"Preston from Lewis Home builders is amazing. His skills are unmatched. He was punctual and finished the job right on time! My closet doors were falling apart and unusable. Preston figured out how to fix the doors and got them back up. I would use Lewis Home Builders every time. Thanks Preston!!"

Mary K on December 2024

At Lewis Home Builders, we understand that your home is more than just a structure; it's a place where memories are made. That's why we are committed to ensuring that your vision drives every decision and every step of the project. With a focus on craftsmanship, transparency, and communication, we work tirelessly to deliver exceptional results that you'll love for years to come. Contact for free estimates (616) 826-7514

"Preston from Lewis Home builders is amazing. His skills are unmatched. He was punctual and finished the job right on time! My closet doors were falling apart and unusable. Preston figured out how to fix the doors and got them back up. I would use Lewis Home Builders every time. Thanks Preston!!"

Mary K on December 2024

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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