Drop-ceilings instantly elevates your space while keeping critical components easily reachable
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If you’re finishing your basement, you quickly realize the ceiling presents a major challenge. Exposed ductwork, wires, and pipes are not only unsightly, but they make accessing utilities a major headache down the road.
At DG Custom Builders, we specialize in basement drop ceiling installation—the smartest, most versatile solution for homeowners in Yorkville, IL. We provide a polished, professional look that instantly elevates your space while keeping critical components easily reachable.
Unlike standard drywall, which must be torn out to access plumbing or electrical wiring, a suspended or drop ceiling is designed for the unique needs of a basement environment. It solves three critical problems:
Installing a quality drop ceiling requires precision and experience to ensure the grid is perfectly level and square across the entire room. We approach every installation with meticulous detail:
Precise Planning and Layout: We start by finding the highest point of your basement ceiling to maximize headspace. We then map out the grid pattern to ensure border tiles are uniform and balanced around features like light fixtures and air vents. This planning prevents awkward, uneven cuts.
Secure Grid Framework: We meticulously install the L-shaped wall brackets and hang the main support wires and T-bar grid components. Every line is checked with a laser level to ensure the finished ceiling is perfectly flat and secure across its entire expanse.
Custom Tile Fitting: We cut and fit the ceiling tiles around all obstacles—ducts, pipes, columns—and lights. We take care to ensure all edge pieces are cleanly cut and seated correctly in the grid, locking the entire system together.
Final Touches: We install compatible recessed lighting and ventilation covers, seamlessly integrating them into the new ceiling plane.
A drop ceiling doesn’t have to look like an old office building. Modern tiles come in a huge variety of textures and finishes, allowing us to customize the look of your newly finished space.
Style Options: Choose from decorative coffered panels that mimic architectural trim, smooth white tiles for a clean contemporary feel, or specialized acoustic tiles for maximum sound dampening in a media room.
Integrated Lighting: We use slim, recessed LED panels specifically designed for suspended ceilings, providing brilliant, energy-efficient light without taking up valuable head space.
The final look of a drop ceiling is entirely dependent on the quality of the installation. Choosing us means partnering with a licensed Yorkville contractor who understands that precision and foresight are non-negotiable. We offer a proven, efficient installation process that maximizes your headroom, minimizes future repair costs, and delivers a stunning, finished look that truly completes your basement remodeling project.
Yes, DG Builders and all of his subs carry fully insured with comprehensive liability insurance. This protects both your home and our staff from accidents.
Nope, we are happy to provide rough estimates over the phone with pictures supplied as needed, or we can come to your location and give you a more detailed quote for the work needed.
Yes, we do have weekends availability. Please note that we are not typically available on major holidays.
This is not required, we prefer to have an individual present at the property who is at least 18 years old if possible. This answer depends on your comfort more than anything.
Cancellation Policy:
Absolutely, we will assisting you in creating a shopping list of purchasing materials and send you links to anything needed for your project. This creates more transparency and allows you to decide on warranties as you buy.
We bill based on hours, not on the entire job. When providing estimates, we offer a projection for the complete project, emphasizing that it’s only an estimate. You will only be billed for the time spent on the job and the materials used.
Our preferred payment methods include cash, Zelle, and Venmo. However, we also accept credit cards with a 3% card processing fee added to all projects.
For projects estimated to exceed $1000, a 50% down payment of the labor is necessary, excluding materials and supplies.
Clients are responsible for prepaying or purchasing materials and supplies before the job begins.
The remaining balance is due upon completion.
