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World Painting Company
3.9(
43
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Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home BuilderShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Chenoa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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My wife and I have used World Painting several times over the last four years in two different houses.  The most recent project was a complete makeover of the outside of our home.  We consulted with the World Painting staff on the design (two tones) and the proper colors to use.  We are very happy with the outcomes; both the appearance and the quality of workmanship.


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Hair Salon Remodel
Restoring Historical Home
Remodeling Cabinets
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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SAL Construction Services
4.2(
17
)
Find a Custom Home BuilderFind a Modular Home BuilderShelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Chenoa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired SAL Construction to build us a garage in Morton.
All I can say is WOW!!! Nice, polite, honest, clean, punctual?My husband found
them on Google and after visiting their website we decided to give them a call.
They did everything they said and did a beautiful job right on budget! I recommended
them to my sister who needed a tile floor installed in her kitchen. Scott did
an amazing job on the tile as well. My sister was so pleased?Her & I both
would recommend SAL to everyone. Job well done!
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+8

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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G. C. Rightway Home Improvements
3.9(
7
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Chenoa, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We're working on fixing things around our house to prepare for selling our home. I reached out to Edgar for help, and he was responsive to my email and texts. He was friendly and personable. When a couple of the jobs ended up being more complicated than we'd thought, he spent extra time figuring out the problems to fix them, and didn't charge us extra for those issues He came back again another night to complete the fixes."
Patch holes & mud sand paint walls
Sunrooms and Patio Enclosures Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
General Remodeling Project
Laminate Flooring

+59

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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JB Construction & Remodeling Inc
3.9(
7
)
Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Chenoa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

"WE HAD A VERY GOOD EXPERIENCE WITH JB CONSTRUCTION.IT STARTED WITH AN INSURANCE CLAIM AND WE ENJOYED THEM SO MUCH AND THEYRE WORK WAS SO GOOD WE ADDED MORE WORK ONTO THE INTIAL INSURANCE JOB. THEY WERE VERY CLEAN DURING THE PROCESS. THEY WERE ALWAYS ON TIME. THE QUALITY OF WORK WAS BEYOND OUR EXPECTATIONS. WE HAD A FEW ISSUES THAT ARISED DURING THE JOB, BUT THEY EXPLAINED TO US SO WE COULD UNDERSTAND, AND WALKED US THROUGH IT. WE RECCOMEND THEM TO ALL OF OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. THEY HAVE WORKED ON PARENTS MOBILE HOME AND THEY ARE ALSO VERY PLEASED. WE NOW USE THEM ON OUR RENTAL PROPERTIES. THEY ARE VERY STRAIGHT FORWARD, THEY ALWAYS LET US KNOW WHEN WE CAN DO SOME PREVENTATIVE MAINTENENCE TO SAVE US MONEY LATER.  JUST AN ABSOLUTE JOY WORKING WITH THEM. WAY TO GO JB CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING, IF YOU KEEP IT UP YOU WILL BE THE ONLY COMPANY IN TOWN"
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

One of the best ways to negotiate with a homebuilder is to forgo price reductions. Instead, negotiate over upgrades and incentives, as many builders are more willing to go down that road than to decrease their own fee. Even if they were willing to take a cut, a reputable homebuilder often knows their worth, so a willingness to negotiate could be a red flag. Beyond that, builders are typically willing to negotiate closing costs instead of offering a discount on the base price.

Construction typically takes 3-6 months, including site preparation and assembly.

Ultimately, a work warranty is only as reliable as the contractor you’ve hired. That’s why trust and reputation are such important factors, in addition to having a solid contract and confirming appropriate licensing, insurance, and bonding. When looking for a contractor, it’s a good idea to read online reviews and ratings to see what kind of experience past customers have had. Issues with your contractor can make for an unsatisfying renovation process, but a reliable contractor can make the process go as smoothly as possible.

Yes, a home builder or contractor should have the proper licensing and insurance. Licensing requirements vary by state and municipality, but most states mandate that a builder holds at least a general contractor’s license. For specialized work such as plumbing, electrical, roofing, or sewage systems, individual licenses may be required, in which case the builder may subcontract the work. You can use Angi’s state licensing tool to review your local guidelines and confirm a builder's credentials. As you browse professionals, you can also look for the “Angi Certified” badge. This indicates the business meets our certification standards, which include passing a criminal background check, holding applicable state and local licenses, and maintaining an average rating of 3.0 or better.

Most cottages are around 1,000 square feet, making them smaller than most other styles. However, cottages are defined more by their decor and architectural focus on simplicity, functionality, and a connection to nature than they are by a rigid square footage or floor plan. While cottages are defined more by their charm and appearance than size, the smaller footprint does help maximize the comfort and charm, and it keeps the focus on connection to nature and family.

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