With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
"The crew was very professional. Started the job and they made progress every day exactly to my request. They showed me different options and ideas which I appreciated. The job was done quickly, within schedule, and at a reasonable cost, and with great quality. I would hire them again for further work on my home and I will recommend them to anyone because of their hard work!"
Andre x on August 2021
With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
"The crew was very professional. Started the job and they made progress every day exactly to my request. They showed me different options and ideas which I appreciated. The job was done quickly, within schedule, and at a reasonable cost, and with great quality. I would hire them again for further work on my home and I will recommend them to anyone because of their hard work!"
Andre x on August 2021
Welcome to REDFERN GROUP CORP We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and we are a family owned business as well. We look forward to speaking with you!
"They are excellent!"
Kristin M on September 2021
Welcome to REDFERN GROUP CORP We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and we are a family owned business as well. We look forward to speaking with you!
"They are excellent!"
Kristin M on September 2021
Emanuel Matula went into business for himself in 2003. Emanuel is not only the owner, but he also performs the work with his employees. Emanuel Matula has over 10 years of experience in the residential and commercial remodeling field. Every homeowner that gets a bid from Emanuel receives a free accurate quote with very competitive pricing. Customer service is always a top priority for Emanuel and his employees. Call Emanuel today and you will be glad that you did!
"Thanks Emanuel and the entire team for the excellent work you did on my basement. Your work exceeded my expectations! You delivered within the estimated budget and timeline. Verillah"
Verillah O on February 2024
Emanuel Matula went into business for himself in 2003. Emanuel is not only the owner, but he also performs the work with his employees. Emanuel Matula has over 10 years of experience in the residential and commercial remodeling field. Every homeowner that gets a bid from Emanuel receives a free accurate quote with very competitive pricing. Customer service is always a top priority for Emanuel and his employees. Call Emanuel today and you will be glad that you did!
"Thanks Emanuel and the entire team for the excellent work you did on my basement. Your work exceeded my expectations! You delivered within the estimated budget and timeline. Verillah"
Verillah O on February 2024
Kendall Developments, Inc has the knowledge and expertise for all of your home building and home improvement needs. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of the business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. With over 18 years of experience, accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customer interest and make their concerns the basis of our business. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time a project is needed there will be no question on who to call. We look forward to earning your business!
"Saw this guy driving on the highway with some serious road rage. Purposely swerving into another car and blocking them when they tried to pass. I wouldn't hire someone who loses their head that easily"
Dave K on March 2024
Kendall Developments, Inc has the knowledge and expertise for all of your home building and home improvement needs. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of the business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. With over 18 years of experience, accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customer interest and make their concerns the basis of our business. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time a project is needed there will be no question on who to call. We look forward to earning your business!
"Saw this guy driving on the highway with some serious road rage. Purposely swerving into another car and blocking them when they tried to pass. I wouldn't hire someone who loses their head that easily"
Dave K on March 2024
HandyKarl is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Karl and his crew are top notch. Great communication, attention to detail, and very fair pricing. Remodeling can be very overwhelming and Karl makes the process a piece of cake. Lastly, Karl recommends upgrades and finishing touches that are always the more affordable option - never any surprises with expensive add-ons or the final bill!"
Jon R on August 2023
HandyKarl is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Karl and his crew are top notch. Great communication, attention to detail, and very fair pricing. Remodeling can be very overwhelming and Karl makes the process a piece of cake. Lastly, Karl recommends upgrades and finishing touches that are always the more affordable option - never any surprises with expensive add-ons or the final bill!"
Jon R 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.
"Amazing company work came out perfect, very easy company to work with and all customized they offer free quotes"
brandon p on March 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.
"Amazing company work came out perfect, very easy company to work with and all customized they offer free quotes"
brandon p on March 2025
With over 20 years of experience, Master Pro Painting INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!
"job is currently being completed"
April P on April 2025
With over 20 years of experience, Master Pro Painting INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!
"job is currently being completed"
April P on April 2025
Alumni Builders is a trusted name in the Chicagoland and the Northshore, offering for many years great exterior designs combined with stunning floor plans, all to ensure the highest standards of beauty, livability and energy efficiency. We listen carefully to our customers and constantly follow the trends to present them with only the best designs and options. Whether remodeling an existing house or building a Custom Home, our experience is fully at their service to ensure they will get not only a great home , but also a great value . We understand the multitude of concerns that can arise when undertaking any project and we treat our customers and their projects with the utmost respect and care, striving to make the process not difficult but rather an enjoyable one . Count on us to always be on time, on schedule, in budget and completely dedicated to build or rebuild the house that best fits your lifestyle .
"Dan and his team did an amazing job building out our mudroom. They executed everything exactly as we wanted, and did everything quickly with great attention to detail. Excellent communication throughout. This is the second project we have used them for, and would highly recommend them to anyone!"
James D on October 2024
Alumni Builders is a trusted name in the Chicagoland and the Northshore, offering for many years great exterior designs combined with stunning floor plans, all to ensure the highest standards of beauty, livability and energy efficiency. We listen carefully to our customers and constantly follow the trends to present them with only the best designs and options. Whether remodeling an existing house or building a Custom Home, our experience is fully at their service to ensure they will get not only a great home , but also a great value . We understand the multitude of concerns that can arise when undertaking any project and we treat our customers and their projects with the utmost respect and care, striving to make the process not difficult but rather an enjoyable one . Count on us to always be on time, on schedule, in budget and completely dedicated to build or rebuild the house that best fits your lifestyle .
"Dan and his team did an amazing job building out our mudroom. They executed everything exactly as we wanted, and did everything quickly with great attention to detail. Excellent communication throughout. This is the second project we have used them for, and would highly recommend them to anyone!"
James D on October 2024
Here at Quintessential Renovations, Inc., we are a father and son owned and operated company with a strong personal outlook on everything we do. We have a 16,000 sqft custom cabinet manufacturing facility & high end remodeling teams. Give us a call today for your free fast friendly estimate today. A house is where you live, eat and sleep. A home is where you find comfort in every room and where warm, familiar feelings fill you up every time you step inside. A house comes to life as you transform it into an extension of your own self. Quintessential Renovations, Inc. is all about the little things that turn your house into a home. Through our custom professional home remodeling services, we enable you to revisit the space you call home and create something spectacular. We are licensed, Bonded, and Insured throughout Lake County, Cook County, and the state of Wisconsin.
"The team at Quintessential Renovations Inc. did a fantastic job replacing the cabinets in my kitchen! I could not be happier! Highly recommend them! They had the best customer service, all of their workers were friendly, clean, on time, and highly respectful. They did all of the correct prep work on the job and they really respected my home and belongings. They used great drop cloths and covered everything! They did almost all of the work in just two days and the entire project was completed in less than a week. Their estimate was right on the money and they worked so hard to keep things right where I needed them to be financially. They came up with creative solutions to my storage needs, designed some cool new corner cabinets, and gave me the greatest deal on the top of the line countertops that I just rave about! Everyone who came into my house was well spoken, super polite, and efficient and knowledgeable. Huge shout out to Nick Lyons and his whole team at Lyons Cabinetry Solutions and to Alex Jensen, the wonderful General Contractor who helped modernize my kitchen. Everything about dealing with them was a pleasure. Their communication was top notch."
Jason B on December 2021
Here at Quintessential Renovations, Inc., we are a father and son owned and operated company with a strong personal outlook on everything we do. We have a 16,000 sqft custom cabinet manufacturing facility & high end remodeling teams. Give us a call today for your free fast friendly estimate today. A house is where you live, eat and sleep. A home is where you find comfort in every room and where warm, familiar feelings fill you up every time you step inside. A house comes to life as you transform it into an extension of your own self. Quintessential Renovations, Inc. is all about the little things that turn your house into a home. Through our custom professional home remodeling services, we enable you to revisit the space you call home and create something spectacular. We are licensed, Bonded, and Insured throughout Lake County, Cook County, and the state of Wisconsin.
"The team at Quintessential Renovations Inc. did a fantastic job replacing the cabinets in my kitchen! I could not be happier! Highly recommend them! They had the best customer service, all of their workers were friendly, clean, on time, and highly respectful. They did all of the correct prep work on the job and they really respected my home and belongings. They used great drop cloths and covered everything! They did almost all of the work in just two days and the entire project was completed in less than a week. Their estimate was right on the money and they worked so hard to keep things right where I needed them to be financially. They came up with creative solutions to my storage needs, designed some cool new corner cabinets, and gave me the greatest deal on the top of the line countertops that I just rave about! Everyone who came into my house was well spoken, super polite, and efficient and knowledgeable. Huge shout out to Nick Lyons and his whole team at Lyons Cabinetry Solutions and to Alex Jensen, the wonderful General Contractor who helped modernize my kitchen. Everything about dealing with them was a pleasure. Their communication was top notch."
Jason B on December 2021
When quality of service counts, count on Basement 2 Finish! Basement 2 Finish is the right choice for all of your major basement remodeling needs because we put people first. We listen, and work with you from start to finish to ensure all your ideas come to fruition. Established in 1985, we have close to 30 years of dedication to our community and the surrounding Chicagoland area. We are properly licensed and bonded to meet all state requirements and specialize in all aspects of basement finishing and renovation. Our goal is to bring comfort, value, and peace of mind to your home, and our expert team is ready to assist you. Basement finishing services include building your basement kitchen, kitchenette, bathroom, home gym, family room, game room, home theater, wet bar, man-cave, wine cellar, custom built-ins, children's playroom, additional bedrooms, and much more! Look to Basement 2 Finish for all of your major basement remodeling needs; we look forward to doing business with you!
"Great work by Vito and the whole Basement 2 Finish team. My basement looks fantastic! Take a look at my project on their website. Plainfield, IL"
Jarrod F on April 2025
When quality of service counts, count on Basement 2 Finish! Basement 2 Finish is the right choice for all of your major basement remodeling needs because we put people first. We listen, and work with you from start to finish to ensure all your ideas come to fruition. Established in 1985, we have close to 30 years of dedication to our community and the surrounding Chicagoland area. We are properly licensed and bonded to meet all state requirements and specialize in all aspects of basement finishing and renovation. Our goal is to bring comfort, value, and peace of mind to your home, and our expert team is ready to assist you. Basement finishing services include building your basement kitchen, kitchenette, bathroom, home gym, family room, game room, home theater, wet bar, man-cave, wine cellar, custom built-ins, children's playroom, additional bedrooms, and much more! Look to Basement 2 Finish for all of your major basement remodeling needs; we look forward to doing business with you!
"Great work by Vito and the whole Basement 2 Finish team. My basement looks fantastic! Take a look at my project on their website. Plainfield, IL"
Jarrod F on April 2025
While building a wine cellar requires a significant investment, it can increase your home's resale value over time. Although you might not see an immediate return, the long-term ROI benefits can be substantial. Because they're often built in areas that would otherwise be unused, wine caves can add to your home's resale value. Storing a bottle of wine in a controlled environment for five years can increase its value. Once you build the space, you can strategically buy an increasing number of vintages as an investment that pays off down the road.
A wine cellar doesn't need to be underground; you can build it in any suitable area of your home. An above-ground cellar offers easy access and integration with your living spaces, while an underground cellar provides stable climate conditions and energy efficiency. Proper insulation and climate control ensure your wine maintains optimal conditions in any location.
Yes, wine cellars need ventilation to ensure optimal air circulation and precise climate control. A proper system regulates temperature and humidity, preserving your wine collection's quality. Good ventilation prevents air stagnation and moisture buildup, keeping your wine in ideal conditions. Without adequate airflow, mold and mildew can develop, potentially damaging labels and corks. Ventilation systems also help eliminate hot spots that could prematurely age your wines.
Yes, any home can have a wine cellar installed if the space is properly prepared. A dedicated area with a solid foundation, proper insulation, and reliable climate control—whether in a basement, walk-in closet, or converted crawl space—can support a wine cellar. This flexibility allows you to enjoy optimal wine storage in any type of home.