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The James Construction Group Inc
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Customers say: True professional

"We had more than 80% of the old house remodeled with new additions. It’s a daunting task and huge project. However, Dimitritis and Joshua made it easy and did a great job in completing our dream home. Joshua was fantastic managing the daily tasks and excellent with details. They were very responsive in re-addressing even with minor adjustments. Definitely recommend."
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A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Super punctual

"I can't say enough about A P Builders and how absolutely wonderful they have been from start to finish. We completely gutted and remodeled our home and Angelo was upfront, honest, timely, and everything that was contracted was done to perfection. We had crew there every day from start to finish. He started on time and finished on time. Any change orders were handled professionally and solutions were found for any unforeseen challenges due to the age of my home. I highly recommend AP Builders for any of your home improvement needs."
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Icon Building Group
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"It was great to work with Icon Builders to building our dream home. They went out of their way to accommodate the completion of our home build in time for school. Their response times are great and the staff is truly personable. It was great working with Jenna, Natalia, Joe, Scott, Shawna and Charlie. I will recommend Icon to anyone looking to build a custom home."
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Touchstone Group Construction
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

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"I have used Touchstone Group Construction on multiple projects in our vintage Greystone two-flat on Chicago's southside: new bath on 2nd floor that required a complete gut, variety of plumbing work throughout the entire building, complete reno of our basement install of Crown-Molding in 1st floor unit, install of light fixtures. We are so happy with results. The work is always fantastic, pricing is very competitive. This is a professional operation, they know what it takes to get the job done and they have the resources. And most importantly, renovation especially of a historic building always has surprises. At all times, they never back away from the issue and always, always come up with solution that is reasonable and affordable. I am getting ready to engage with Touchstone Group Construction again for some final issues that we need to address in this historic property and then.....we are going to buy another apartment building, probably a 3 flat and we already know exactly who we are going to call for all remodeling and issues. You will not be disappointed with this group!"
Barrington, IL
Barrington, IL
Barrington, IL
Barrington, IL
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ELITE AND ELEVATED CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"We hired this company for a home addition and couldn’t be happier with the results. They were professional, reliable, and kept us updated throughout the whole project. The craftsmanship and attention to detail really show in the final product. Our new space looks amazing and blends perfectly with the rest of our home. I would definitely recommend them"
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Ascended Constructions
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Pryor Construction Inc
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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"Pryor Construction was previously owned by a neighbor of ours, and following a competitive bidding process in 2006, we contracted with them for nearly $300,000 of work on a major kitchen and bath renovation for the back portion of our 100 year old home. In general, their work was excellent, and together with the oversight of our architect, the addition integrated nicely with the original century old woodwork. Although like any major project there were points of disagreement as to the results of his work, we were ultimately able to reach reasonable accommodations for remediations. That is until a few years ago when we noticed cracks in the bottom concrete step off of our back porch, which they constructed. While this is the newest concrete installation it was unlike anything we experienced with any of the other concrete installed at this house which we have owned for over twenty-five years. We patched it and hoped that would be the end of it. One year later the crack extended across the entire step, both horizontally and vertically. Upon further inspection we realized that the poured concrete step contained clay bricks evidently as a filler, and it is said that their inclusion resulted in the premature failure. We notified Pryor Construction of apparent substandard construction practice, but never heard back from them. Two years later, and the deterioration of the step continued such that we had to undertake a more comprehensive remediation. In the course of demolishing the existing concrete work, we came to realize that the steps did not contain a random brick or two, but clay bricks were an integral part of the concrete work. Full sized bricks were present throughout the concrete, not broken up to even imitate an aggregate, but complete bricks were used in lieu of concrete, which I believe is more expensive than brick. When we presented Pryor Construction with an invoice for the cost of the remediation efforts including over 1,500 pounds of concrete, and related costs of labor and materials for demolition and reconstruction, the prior owner Pete Pryor,denied that his work was substandard and refused to pay our costs. Note that no bricks were part of this extensive renovation, so they had to have been brought in specifically as a filler for the concrete step. It seems that Pete Pryor sold the business several years ago, and is evidently no longer affiliated with the company. The current management of Pryor Construction simply refused to respond to my communications. It may be practical and financially advantageous to obfuscate responsibility for such items as a: an unevenly laid plank floor; or a prematurely rotting section of a porch, in order to negotiate a cost of full remediation. The hiding/substituting of brick for concrete, is simply a fact that is irrefutable. Based upon the opinion of disinterested experts, this is a substandard construction practice, which led to the the premature failure of the concrete step. The fact that Pryor Construction then failed to immediately take responsibility for at best an obvious breakdown in their internal quality control procedures, while continuing to hold himself out as the “ Renovator of choice” who “PROVIDE QUALITY WORKMANSHIP”, is really alarming and and in my opinion is a false claim. Although our architect provided construction management oversight, even the best can miss things in areas where construction practices are presumed to be standard and straightforward. Given the length of time since the work was done and for the deterioration of the steps to become noticeable, I doubt if it is covered by any form warranty, so I can not pursue any additional steps for compensation. My suggestion is that existing and potential clients of Pryor Construction question current management as to what might have happened in this case, so they are well informed of the risks they are undertaking, and the level of oversight which may be required."
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41 North Builders
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

"I've been working with John and his sub contractors on this property since August of 2013, and they have been patient, responsive, and transparent throughout, especially appreciated when my property insurance had to get involved and they worked with them to get them details, quotes, and insight, as well as being a much-needed professional advocate that I never would have been able to accomplish on my own. I have no doubt that John's professionalism helped speed the process along.
When I realized I would have to switch contractors from my first GC, out of everyone I called, John was the only one who brought someone with him for a second opinion on his assumptions, and even sent additional subs out to ensure the accuracy of the quote. I have had nothing but great experiences with him and everyone he works with since.
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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Schedule home building immediately if you experience basement flooding, sewer backups, or receive official city violation notices. Inspect your Chicago property every spring for foundation cracks and roof damage caused by severe freeze-thaw cycles. Replace aging furnaces before the cold season begins. Plan exterior masonry or roofing work between August and October to ensure dry, freezing-free conditions for your exterior upgrades.

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Functional home building involves structural changes, plumbing, or electrical work, which mandate permits and certified specialists in Chicago. These critical upgrades carry strict seasonal deadlines and trigger mandatory code compliance updates. Cosmetic updates like painting or flooring bypass these strict requirements and offer flexible scheduling during the winter months. Misclassifying functional work as cosmetic creates significant legal risks, so always secure the proper approvals.

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Your property is an excellent candidate for home building if you own an older masonry structure like a classic IL bungalow or greystone. These durable homes benefit greatly from updated plumbing and electrical systems. Check your local zoning classification and standard lot dimensions to determine if you have space for rear additions. Finally, arrange an energy audit to see if your property requires better insulation or modern windows.

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When planning home building, start by checking your property for unpermitted work to ensure it meets current Chicago building codes. Next, inspect your foundation and basement for water damage caused by expanding clay soils. You should also evaluate your roof, insulation, and windows to prepare for harsh IL winters. Finally, hire a certified specialist to assess older electrical systems and inspect your sewer lines for root intrusion.

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Timelines for home building vary based on the scope of your work. Minor interior updates take a few days, while full gut rehabs in Chicago require nine to eighteen months. Schedule exterior projects between April and October to avoid severe winter weather delays. Always account for permit processing, local union labor availability, and mandatory city inspections, which add several weeks to your overall schedule.

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