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Illinois Home Improvement Corp

Masonry, Roofing, Chimney Repair,

About us

Illinois Home Improvement Corp. performs broad range of construction services. Main divisions are: Masonry, represented by its subsidiary Best Brickmasters and Roofing. However IHIC is licensed and experienced General Contractor able to handle complex construction projects both residential and commercial. Additional DBA: Best Brickmasters

Business highlights

39 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Facade restoration, building violations, parapet wall rebuilding, tuck pointing, chimney rebuilding, glass block windows, lintel replacement, bricks & stone replacement, new fireplaces. Roof installation & repair. Building renovation, room additions, new custom homes, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, garages, foundations, decks, porches, window replacement.

Services we don't offer

Concrete Slab Elevation.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.6142 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
73%
4
9%
3
3%
2
4%
1
11%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.6
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 142 reviews

mena P.
04/2021
5.0
ceramic tile, closet systems, drywall, electrician, heating & air conditioning/hvac, insulation, masonry, plumbing, remodeling, replacement windows, chimney caps, woodworking, home remodeling, house painters, doors, basement remodeling
  + 14 more
From the first day of demolition until the final door was painted on the outside we had people at our home working. We were able to live on the second floor during the whole remodel so we were aware of what went on everyday. Our contractor Eric was available when ever we called and kept us informed of everything that was happening. He helped us make changes that saved us money and guided us in areas we had no knowledge of. I would not call the people who came workers, they were artists who were very proud of the work they did. From the carpenters building an amazing new stair case to the painter who matched our existed stain exactly it was really interesting to watch the transition. The plumbers and electricians worked miracles because the existing was huge mess! I can not leave out the office staff because they were very kind any time we called and helped with any financial questions we had. I would never go to anyone else to have my home done. From start to finished it was a pleasure to work with Eric and his staff who now feel like part of our family!
Description of Work: We need to gut the basement and first floor completely.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$170,000

Alexis S.
10/2018
5.0
masonry
  + -1 more
We worked with Peter and Illinois Home Improvement for some persistent leaks that were plaguing some of our unit owners in our condominium building. Peter's team came out and was able to quickly diagnose the problem and assemble a reasonable estimate for proposed repairs. They worked efficiently, and their diagnosis was spot on: these leaks used to be an annual issue for our owners; now its been more than five months and not a single leak has been reported, even during periods of heavy rain. Thanks, Illinois Home Improvement!
Description of Work: Tuck pointing and Roof Repairs

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Thank you [Member Name Removed]. :-) Peter

Robert S.
06/2018
4.0
masonry
  + -1 more
Overall well, but we've had a couple leaks since. The firm HAS been there for us with correction.
Description of Work: Full building sealing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Matt W.
10/2017
1.0
decks, masonry, home builders
  + 1 more
Although we paid $500 as a deposit for the final proposal, we never started the project with IL Home Improvement, because IL Home Improvement raised the cost of the project substantially, knowing that their prior quote to us was already over budget. Be very cautious with IL Home Improvement. The owner, Eric, is professional, but will take your money. I provided Eric with detailed architectural plans of a deck and mudroom addition, which were drawn by a professional. I received 3 quotes. Eric was the highest. I told him that we wanted to work with him, but that his cost was higher than his competitors. He said that he had been doing this for 30 years and had completed 100 projects like mine. His quotes were accurate, unlike his competitors who will raise their price during the project. I told Eric that we were willing to scale back our project to fit it within our budget, but needed him to tell us how we could adjust the quote. He said that he could look at the details, but would need $500 to cover the cost of producing an itemized quote (I received detailed quotes from the other contractors). When I met with him again, I very clearly communicated that the original price was over budget. He acknowledged my desire, and gave me his word that he would be within 5-10% of his original estimate. I reminded him (several times) that we would scale back our project to hit the budget. Eric's itemized quote came back 20% higher than the original, AND he removed several large items (finish carpentry, painting, electrical installation, tile installation, heated floor, electrical fixtures, exterior locks and hardware) from the quote that he led me to believe were in the original.* If you add all of these back into the quote, except for the finish carpentry and painting, his cost WENT up 40%. With the carpentry, it would have gone up even more. When I asked him why the big price increase, he didn't have a good reason. I asked him if he could get his cost down. He said he would cover the paint costs, and that I could change some materials and get rid of the mud room foundation, which would knock the costs down about 6-8%. In summary, this was a very frustrating experience. *In Eric's first quote, he wrote, "Having examined the drawings and the site for the project I hereby propose to furnish all labor, material, equipment, service and incidentals necessary to perform and complete the work for the project according to the drawings provided by (architect), dated 10/26/2016 (permit) and per Trade Descriptions outlined below. To be fair, I told Eric that I was thinking about doing the trim for our project to save money, and I may have another contractor do the electrical. It is possible that it was a miscommunication and he didn't include this in his first response, however, it is doubtful. I told him I was only thinking about it. Even so, his cost went up at a minimum 25%. I asked Eric for a refund. He would not give it.
Description of Work: Porch and Mudroom Addition

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0


Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Hello Dear Angie's list members. Here is what really happened, timeline of events. 1/13/2017 - Client contacted us requesting an estimate for sizable remodeling project. Details available. 1/27/2017 - Free estimate, emailed. Estimate is valid for 30 days. This disclosure is written on every our estimate. 3/23/2017 - Second on site meeting including licensed electrician. (No charges, thus far) 3/27/2017 - The proposal for Comprehensive project evaluation emailed. Proposal includes non refundable $500 compensation for preparation of detailed proposal for the project. Proposal is accepted on the same day and paid for by the client. 4/3/2017 - Estimate for masonry services emailed. 4/6/2017 - Detailed proposal for the project, including prices for 20 items and list of items not included emailed in fulfillment of the Proposal accepted on 3/27/2017. We have documentation available for review. Peter Z.

Brian K.
09/2017
5.0
masonry
  + -1 more
Eric was responsive and on-time for our appointment.
Description of Work: Requested quote for some brick work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
[Member Name Removed], Thank you and thank you for your patience. Peter

Craig F.
07/2017
5.0
masonry
  + -1 more
Will continue to consider for future work
Description of Work: Exterior/facade work

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Thank you [Member Name Removed]. We look to work with you in the future. Peter

Richard H.
06/2017
4.0
masonry
  + -1 more
They are going to do tuckpointing work in about a month, meaning working on brick. Tuckpointing is working on brick and mortar, masonry, that kind of stuff. On price, I don’t have a lot of experience here. They have actually done work in the building next to me. I mean I’m quite familiar with their work.
Description of Work: They are about to do a tuckpointing job for me. I have a quote from them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$37,000

Juan H.
03/2017
2.0
ceramic tile
  + -1 more
Their website says that they don shingle roofs. When i called for an estimate, was told that they don't don shingle roofs
Description of Work: Just a phone call.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0


Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Another bad review from someone who did not get free estimate. Please see the pattern of the reviews on our Angie's list site. Bad reviews are coming form people who inquired about free estimates and did not get them on time demanded or because we do not service the area or do not do kind of the service requested. Clients who give us a chance to work for them, usually are satisfied giving A and B ratings. Now. Indeed, our web site says that we service shingle roofs, which is incorrect at this moment. Markets are changing and we reserve rights to manage our business the way we need to manage it. Therefore we inform clients calling about services that we no longer perform, up front, so they can save time and look elsewhere. The web site will be corrected today. Still. Is this a reason to give a "D" review? I leave it to other members to decide. Respectfully Peter Zieba

Diane Z.
02/2017
5.0
electrician, gutter repair, masonry, plastering, roofing, chimney repair, woodworking, house painters, basement remodeling
  + 7 more
Overall very well. Good people to work with. Owner fair and service was prompt when promised! Quality work. Would definitely hire again. Our first choice to quote any future home project work we need professional help with.
Description of Work: In 2012, replaced our whole Home roof, not just the shingles, but frame work do to storm damage. Tough project done during December. Included electrical work in attic and basement. In 2015 -16 re-roofed our garage and major tuck-pointing and concrete work on face of house. Also 2016 did some work on our basement stairs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Thank you [Member Name Removed]. We are glad you've done business with us and very appreciate this review. Peter Zieba

Vanessa H.
01/2017
5.0
masonry, remodeling, chimney repair
  + 1 more
We were very impressed with the entire process. Eric is very professional, detail oriented, and responsive. Ursula in the office was a pleasure to work with as well. She always responded immediately to any of my questions. The work crew came everyday on time. I couldn't believe how quick they worked in the cold weather. The demo and framing took 1 month to complete (we only hired for the demo and framing)
Description of Work: We had a second floor renovation. The entire second floor was removed and re-framed. We also had our chimney extended and a new chimney liner. We opened up the stairs to the first floor as well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Thank you [Member Name Removed]. All best and Happy New Year. We are glad that everything worked out. Peter Zieba. P.S. You made Ula very happy ;-)

Jonathan D.
05/2016
5.0
masonry
  + -1 more
Provided free estimate with several treatment options. Punctual and prompt, very professional. Completed work in under an hour and a half. Couldn't have done a better job
Description of Work: Visible cracks were spot filled and a masonry sealer was applied

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$765

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Thank you Jonathan. Would not happen w/o your cooperation. Peter Zieba

Rosie ..
02/2016
1.0
masonry
  + -1 more
Irresponsible, unprofessional. I trusted them with giving me timely estimate, now too late to provide another one prior to deadline, causing me to loose a possible $7.500 grant. They claim they got busy, but the courtesy of a telephone call would have allowed me time to find someone else. If, in fact, they are busy, I feel concerned for anyone dealing with this unreliable company.There is no excuse for hurting potential clients so openly. This company obviously does not care, so no one should get near them.
Description of Work: Facade program requires estimates with deadline of 2-17-15. Ula, lady who I spoke with on several occasions by telephone, continually promised they would provide timely estimate. Approx Cost of Service: 16206.00

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Without going into details, which can be provided upon request. We received this "F" review not for the service we have provided but for failing to provide multiple free proposals, requested by reviewer in time frame convenient and demanded by reviewer. Apparently the reason for anger is fact that our delay in providing free estimates for siding, wooden stairs, fence, windows and door, may have caused loss of "possible" grant form the City of Chicago. Now, please contemplate on it for a moment. Free estimates were supposed to lead to receiving of free money. Also, it is not certain that these free estimates could have helped in receiving of the grant. Moreover, the review is placed under Masonry category while none of the estimates pertained to masonry as building is a frame structure, covered with siding.

barbara S.
11/2015
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
  + 0 more
he did very good job .Worked long days to get the job done .He is professional!! if I asked him ,hi give me good advise. I would like recommend this company.
Description of Work: remodeling master bathroom

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

John A.
10/2015
4.0
masonry, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Took a while to get work scheduled but once started moved along quickly. Did a pretty good job of cleanup. Quality of work seemed good.
Description of Work: Sealed and tuck point of split brick house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Thank you for the review and business. We are perplexed about prevailing B ratings. We have always contested impartiality of Price rating since the services were chosen and less expensive bidders, not only not selected but also not seen in action because of not being selected. As for the rest of "B" rated categories. We are sorry to learn that we rated "B" for Professionalism and Quality. Particularly that it has been a year since the service was performed and no issues regarding that matter were brought up to our attention. Last but not least. Responsiveness, we were open from the beginning about our contractual commitments and time constraints pertaining to our obligations and weather sensitive service. Therefore, looking at time table between request for free estimate and completion of the job we were right on time.

Lori E.
08/2015
5.0
concrete repair, decks, electrician, excavators, fencing, flooring contractor, heating & air conditioning/hvac, masonry, plumbing, remodeling, siding, replacement windows, fireplaces, home remodeling, house painters, interior painters, foundation repair, basement remodeling
  + 16 more
Illinois Home Improvement has been a pleasure to work with. From the planning and weekly meetings with the owner to coordination of work with the office staff and finally the workmanship of the crew, this is a very professional skilled construction operation. They take pride in every aspect of the work and have been responsive to all of my requests and change orders. The owner Eric Wrobel had a lot of great ideas to help prevent future maintenance issues and save money in the short run. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't change a thing. I would recommend Illinois Home Improvement to anyone who is serious about doing a quality remodeling job or home repairs.
Description of Work: Full home renovation, three polished bathrooms from studs in, complete kitchen remodel, basement excavation and construction. Fencing, window replacement, concrete work, tuckpointing and brick replacement of foundation, new steel beams, fireplace installation, new plumbing all the way to the sewer main and water service (across the street), full electrical, HVAC and central heating installation, floor refinishing, painting, two new porches and Hardie siding. This was a full-service job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250,000

ALAN I.
08/2015
5.0
masonry, pavers, gravel
  + 0 more
Great. Solid professionals. On time, on budget and they knew what they were doing.
Description of Work: Waterproofing of outside stone on house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

CAROL R.
07/2015
5.0
masonry
  + -1 more
Superb. This is a classy company. Peter Zieba was superb about communicating and everyone showed up exactly when he said they would and finished as he said they would. He squeezed us in early around our travel schedule without complaining. They cleaned up behind themselves beautifully. And, after I'd already agreed to the payment, he let me know about an Angie's list discount that I qualified for and offered me a significant discount. I'd definitely recommend hiring this company. *** ADDENDUM -- THIS UNBELIEVABLY WONDERFUL company -- after I wrote this review -- realized I had overpaid by almost $200 because I was unaware of Angies list coupon. AND THEY SENT ME A CHECK FOR THAT AMOUNT! What honest, wonderful people
Description of Work: Replaced bottom four rows of bricks on one side of my house plus did spot tuckpointing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,850

Robert S.
06/2015
5.0
masonry, roofing
  + 0 more
Outstanding quality work. Owner Eric displayed exceptional customer service and professionalism. I'd also like to note that I left an adverse review for some issues regarding another IHI staff member at the beginning of this same project (and those concerns stand). In the end, however, Illinois Home Improvement made it right and did great work at a good price. Giving good credit where good credit is due.
Description of Work: Masonry work on the roof level of a 4 story condo building. Removed limestone 'cap stones' , added flashing, re-mortared,and re-installed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,610

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Thank you Peter Zieba

Robert S.
04/2015
1.0
concrete repair
  + -1 more
Asked for the 10% Angie's list discount to apply to a new project estimate. Vendor refused stating that the offer was only good for first-time clients and we already had another project in process with them. I pointed out to them that AL vendors specifies when offers are for first-timers only and that their offer did not do that. The owner not only went off' on me, but threatened to stop the first project we were already under contract for. VERY VERY unprofessional. I read the firm's response to this post (initial post is above). Bottom line: the firm admits that the mistake in the discount offer was theirs. A quality firm would have just provided the minimal discount because of the error, thanked the client for doing them the favor of pointing it out, and worked to make it right for future clients. Instead of doing this, this firm refused the discount and could not possibly have handled the situation more poorly from a customer relations standpoint. As mentioned above, the manager even went so far as to threaten to stop our existing project already in process. We are proceeding with the existing project solely because the owner committed that we do not have to interface with this same employee again. In the end, if the project they do goes well, we'll give good credit where due.
Description of Work: Requested bid for additional concrete project.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0


Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
During the renewal of the advertising contract with AL, we requested that discount coupons should state that discounts apply to first time customers only. This request was applied only to our advertisement in the booklet and we overlooked that mistake for our online coupons. This is our mistake, we admit. The rationale behind this policy is simple. Our policy is to build relationship with clients by providing professional service and by being honest. We believe that offering endless, institutionalized discounts is distorting prices, may lead to unnecessary price increases and to discriminate clients who do not belong to any clubs, on line review websites etc. Clients that put trust in our professional knowledge, craftsmanship and management. Clients that see our crews working in Chicago neighborhoods for almost 30 years. In exchange we offer discounts based on volume, multiple job discounts and discounts to returning clients. We also offer other forms of help and benefits. As the matter of fact the service approved and contracted by our reviewer, when offered initially, was discounted by $1000, because it was proposed in connection with other service that we were asked for to provide. This $1000 discount would be applied regardless of $300 AL discount for first time customer. One can only imagine what type of service we provide if we offer such discounts for first time customers. But hey, do not take my word for it, read reviews of customers that trusted us with their projects ranging from $1000 to $500,000. We agree that advertising on the coupon was misleading but I was open about this fact from the beginning, before even we were briefed about second project let alone visiting the location and providing a proposal. The correction of the situation was provided before of the inception of the new project. P.S. As far as “threatening”. I honestly and openly declared to the reviewer that since he is unhappy with our relationship we may send the money back and cancelled existing contract. I referred the situation to the owner of the company and conveyed all intelligence and logistical information needed for management of the contracted project. Peter Zieba

Ann D.
04/2015
5.0
masonry, roofing
  + 0 more
Our condo association found this business on Angie's List when we were gathering bids for masonry work associated with repair of our leaking roof. After an excruciatingly long process of getting different bids and widely different opinions from the different contractors on how much work actually needed to be done, our association decided to "do it once and do it right" and have half of our building's parapet wall rebuilt and additional tuckpointing done on some other areas of our building where units were experiencing water damage after storms. Our building is also in a historic district so that was a concern. It was a big job and we finally decided to go with Best Brickmasters as they seemed to have the best bid for the price after some negotiation. Peter and his crew were great - very professional and accessible; Peter checked in via email each week with updates and progress. We had a few issues come up where there was more to be done than originally expected - e.g., more brick was in bad shape and needed to be replaced than originally thought. Peter absorbed 1/3 of the cost of the extra materials and performed additional value-added services we hadn't discussed. The finished parapet wall is beautiful and well done as is the tuckpointing. We were very pleased with the work and would definitely recommend Best Brickmasters and use them again.
Description of Work: Rebuilt the parapet wall on our condo building in Chicago historic district, tuckpointed additional sections of the building.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$64,000

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
What can I say. Thank you. :) Peter

Robert S.
04/2015
5.0
masonry, roofing, chimney caps, chimney repair
  + 2 more
All of the work was completed within one week. They were very professional and kept the work site very clean. They took extra care to make sure that the adjacent buildings were protected from any potential damage.
Description of Work: Parapet wall rebuilding and chimney removal and capping. Parapet wall flashing installation. Chimney rebuilding. Rebuilding of section of west wall and replacement of lintel. Replacement of six 13" double slanted copings.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,950

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
Thank you for your business. We are glad that you are content. Peter

John E.
03/2015
5.0
masonry
  + -1 more
It worked out really well. They finished on time. Had a couple price adjustments but they did notify us. The price was increase by a couple of thousand. It looks great and they were very easy to work with. They also pulled their own permits which is different from other companies I had talked to. We had no issues with the city.
Description of Work: Rebuilt parapet wall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$60,000

PATRICIA S.
11/2014
5.0
remodeling, gutter repair, roofing
  + 1 more
They were fine and we had no problems. They came out and checked some things after they were done. They were very responsive.
Description of Work: Illinois Home Improvement Corp/Best Brickmasters did roofing work and downspouts.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Brian B.
11/2014
4.0
masonry, decks
  + 0 more
I had very much hoped to use this provider. Peter was very competent and professional during the inspection and noticed issues that other contractors did not point out. After waiting over a week for a proposal to do my balcony repair he sent me an email that read: "The return on formerly prepared proposals puts current queue at 5-6 weeks long and this providing only if weather is good." Therefore he was not able to do my job. My only complaint is that I could have been informed at the time of the inspection that the chance of getting on the schedule was not good. That being said, I would contact this contractor again because of the quality of the pre-work inspection.
Description of Work: Inspect damage to balcony.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Illinois Home Improvement Corp
First I want to express the regret that we were not able to take care of this problem this year. While I agree with the review, I would like to shed some more light on the circumstances involved with the subject project. First half of last October has brought stunning wave of new contracts coming in in response to dozens proposals produced during the summer. Some executed contracts were send in response to proposals provided in July. This fact coincided with my inspection at the location. We were also overwhelmed with requests for new estimates and running couple of weeks behind in writing FREE estimates. When it was time for writing the subject estimate I realized that with current number of contracts in queue and rapidly approaching winter it might be extremely difficult to finish the job before cold weather. I have chosen to notify the client about this development instead of trying to win the contract and than postpone it for the Spring in case weather would get in the way, Current weather proves that my choice was right and honest. Another important fact that is worth to mention is that when I was asked to provide the proposal anyway, I did. The proposal was probably not what client was expecting because it was pricing a discovery process that would lead to unveiling the structure as it is currently hidden under decorative cladding and the floor. This would allow to better prepare for future repairs in the Spring. Peter Zieba

James H.
10/2014
5.0
masonry, doors
  + 0 more
The company was responsive and quick to set up an appointment. It took over a week to receive an emailed estimate. Unfortunately I had to email the estimator to get the document in a timely fashion. I obtained around 5 estimates from different contractors and chose Illinois Home Improvement due to the estimator's professionalism and knowledge demonstrated during the initial appointment. Also, I've gotten a few estimates from this company in the past and wanted to try a new contractor. Their estimate was on the higher end of the others, but Illinois Home Improvement seemed to have many good reviews on Angie's List. Once I signed the contract, around March 2014, I was given a window of 6-8 weeks (weather dependent) for the start of the work. As May rolled around I reached out to get a better idea of their schedule and where my job fell into their schedule. My job was small, about a 6-8 hour job with a 4 man crew. Illinois Home Improvement wanted to schedule my job between their bigger jobs and wanted to let me know 1 day before they began the work. This was somewhat frustrating for my situation, as my building is a rental building. I wanted to give the tenants 48 hours notice. Further, I wanted to coordinate parking for both my tenants and the work crew. After a few emails and working with the company, my work was scheduled for the 2nd week of June. The crew was on time and professional. They completed the work in 8 hours. It was a Friday and the weather was nice, so I think they took their time. They work may have been able to be completed in 5-6 hours, but the work was professional. They cleaned the jobsite at completion. I would use them again, but have noticed their estimates are on the higher end.
Description of Work: Illinois Home Improvement provided spot tuckpointing and replaced an exterior door lintel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Contact information

5216 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

www.illinoishomeimprovement.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
104-009673
Trade License Locale
IL
Trade License Authority
Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation
Trade License Expiration
12/31/2021
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Masonry,
Roofing,
Chimney Repair,
General Remodeling,
Windows,
Doors,
Decks and Porches,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Concrete Pouring and Repair,
Exterior Painting,
Gutters,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking

FAQ

Illinois Home Improvement Corp is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Illinois Home Improvement Corp accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Illinois Home Improvement Corp does not offer free project estimates.
No, Illinois Home Improvement Corp does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Illinois Home Improvement Corp does not offer a senior discount.
No, Illinois Home Improvement Corp does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Illinois Home Improvement Corp offers warranties.
Illinois Home Improvement Corp offers the following services: Facade restoration, building violations, parapet wall rebuilding, tuck pointing, chimney rebuilding, glass block windows, lintel replacement, bricks & stone replacement, new fireplaces. Roof installation & repair. Building renovation, room additions, new custom homes, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, garages, foundations, decks, porches, window replacement.
Concrete Slab Elevation.

Contact information

5216 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

www.illinoishomeimprovement.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed