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• <div><p>You can be present during a home appraisal, but it’s best to stay out of the appraiser’s way. Make yourself available, but don’t engage or interrupt, and don’t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.</p></div>

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Last update on May 19, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
I have several antique pieces that I was very nervous about moving. The team used plenty of padding and shrink wrap to ensure everything was protected. They treated my belongings as if they were their own. I couldn&amp;#39;t be happier with the service.
Big Shoulders Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in May 2024
Mike came to my house to perform an appraisal of the house., He was very thorough in his work and respectful to my family as he was walking in the house to inspect and to take photos of the interior parts of my house. He completed the final appraisal report by the date he promised to do so and...
MJ/Johnson Appraisals
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Reviewed in June 2023
I recently hired First Class Stucco & Stone to repair my deck columns, and I must say, they did an excellent job. From start to finish, their service was top-notch, and I couldn't be happier with the results. First and foremost, their team was highly professional and knowledgeable. They arrived...
First Class Stucco & Stone LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
Always Blessed Movers was very punctual and respectful. They were extremely careful with everything. We are a jewelry company, so we had a lot of glass and they handled it with care. Everything was saran wrapped and they had moving blankets to protect everything during transportation.
Always Blessed Movers
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Reviewed in April 2018
Luis Penagos of Penser Appraisal was professional, answered all questions asked and was prompt in contacting me and providing final response.
Penser Appraisals
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Reviewed in April 2018
It went great, Michael was very knowledgeable and helpful. He did a thorough and excellent job on my appraisal in a very timely manner. He was able to answer all of my questions immediately and I would recommend him highly to anyone needed help in the real estate area.
Citywide Services
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Reviewed in February 2018
Appraiser did his job as well as I think he could have done it, efficient, prompt and very professional. I didn't have any questions at the end of the appointment, he was very informative over the process, timing and final product.
J.S. Appraisals, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2017
An excellent appraisal was given by one of the reps that came out first. He was very well educated with raccoon damage issues to homes and gave me a complete breakdown of work that needed to be done and make sure they couldn't break in again. Very happy with the completed work and crew that was...
Newnam Restoration Services Inc
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"I was very impressed with the quick and informative response I received. Janet took the time to give me background information on my artwork and I was very appreciative for the knowledge. I would highly recommend using them! Jodie L."

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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

We are the leading Chicago appraisal firm specializing in property appraisals for Divorce, Bankruptcy, Tax Appeals, Probate & Estate, Pre-Listings, FSBO's and more. We are considered by many to be the top appraisal firm in the Chicago market and surrounding including Park Ridge, Glenview, Morton Grove, Niles, Des Plaines, Mt. Prospect, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village, Schaumburg, Norridge, Harwood Heights and more.\n

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Big Patriot Home Remodeling

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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Big Patriot Home Remodeling 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.

Response time20 mins

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Cole & Nosek Contracting

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Serving Addison, IL and surrounding areas

Cole & Nosek Contracting brings over 50 years of hands-on experience in the field, along with decades of trusted side job expertise. No project is too big or too small—we handle everything from repairs and renovations to custom work and professional painting. If you can envision it, we can build it. Reliable, skilled, and committed to quality, we get the job done right.

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Antiques and Jewelry Appraisals questions, answered by experts

While some aspects of an appraisal, such as comparable properties nearby, are out of your control, there are several steps you can take to potentially increase your home's value. Make any necessary repairs and upgrades before the appraiser's visit, as they can only value what is currently part of the home, not its potential. Examples include renovating older areas, updating landscaping to boost curb appeal, and staging your home. You can also provide the appraiser with the cost of recent upgrades, which may increase your home's value by about 50% or more of what you paid for those improvements.

Land doesn’t depreciate in the same way that a house, vehicle, or other property does, but it can lose value based on various factors. Environmental changes, nearby development, zoning changes, and economic downturns can all cause land to lose value over time. Value is a comparative figure, so as other related factors change, so can land’s value.

Estate shutters are considered a high-end window treatment that increases home value. As previously mentioned, this project comes with an ROI of up to 75%. Shutters can also improve your home’s energy efficiency, especially if you choose PVC or faux wood shutters, which will lead to long-term savings on your energy bills.

Appraisals are not mandatory but are helpful for pricing accuracy and negotiation purposes.

You can be present during a home appraisal, but it’s best to stay out of the appraiser’s way. Make yourself available, but don’t engage or interrupt, and don’t discuss value or your target sales price. If possible, have your agent present in the house instead of being present yourself.

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