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Avatar for MH Renovations LLC
MH Renovations LLC
4.9(
101
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We used MH Renovations this past spring to perform a complete remodel of our kitchen and to get a new roof and gutters installed and they did an awesome job! Matt was very responsive, transparent with estimates, provided regular updates on progress including pictures, and was flexible with incorporating modifications on the fly. The renovation was completed ahead of schedule and turned out even better than we had expected. If you want a contractor who is reliable and provides a high quality result, I highly recommend using MH Renovations."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+32

Response time4 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
)
Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jacek submitted the least expensive bid for our work, including additional costs to cover the permit.  His team started on time and finished about 1100 sq. ft. of space including a bathroom, fitness room (with floor and wall padding), a media room, a playroom and 3 closets in about 8 weeks.  
Like any project of this size, we ran into a few things as we got going -- like moving furnace ducts, dryer vents and such.  Jacek worked with us on all of that to ensure we maximized our ceiling height and kept a clean look to the ceiling.  As the project got underway, I added a few things: including custom floor tile in the shower (rather than the initial planned tray), additional framing to support 2 large screen TVs, in-wall cable runs for media devices, computer network wiring and some significant additional trim work.  They accommodated all of it -- offering suggestions where it made sense.  I really appreciated the way they worked with me while the job was underway.  
Everything turned out great!  I wish Angie's List allowed me to post pictures!
My wife and I plan a kitchen renovation in a year.  Jacek will be first on my list when we're ready.  We are that happy with his work.


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Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for G Remodeling
G Remodeling
5.0(
12
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Customers say: True professional

"Joseph screened an outdoor porch for a property of mine recently. He did it with a skilled, conscientious, caring eye. I wish all tradespeople, contractors, repair people were like him: enthusiastic, caring about the quality and always checking in, dependable, trustworthy, quality seeking. He explained what he could and could not do. He reassured me whenever I had questions and was always responsive. I can't say enough good things about the way he handles his work!!!!!!!!"
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Closets
Closets
Other project

+106

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
98
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"i cant say enough good things about this company. angelo and his crew are here on time everyday.the work they did is outstanding.angelo explains every phase of the project in detail. finding ap builders is the best thing we ever did,you wont be dissapointed.thank you angis list."
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Above & Beyond Construction
Above & Beyond Construction
5.0(
41
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding craftsmanship, attention to detail, Outstanding execution of detail marble work. Treat job as if it was his own house. Very responsive, hard working. Cant say enough what a great job they did. As a registered architect, I would recommend him to all my clients."
Remodeling - General Project
Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+24

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.9(
84
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and Cesar (the owners) were both level headed and easy to speak to about the needs of the project. We're happy with the outcome, and happy to have our bathroom in working order again. We had some superficial water damage to the floor in our main bathroom and decided to have all of the tile replaced in the shower and on the floor. I first met with Jose for an estimate, and was impressed with his easy going demeanor and ability to answer my questions. After committing to using Top Bros., I met Cesar just before the project start date, and was just as impressed with him as I was Jose. When coordinating the start and finish dates for the remodel, I let them know we wanted it completed by dec. 20th. Either Jose or Cesar were usually present throughout the project. They also had a couple of other assistant contractors come on different days. For any questions or concerns I had along the way, I was always able to get a hold of Jose and get prompt responses. They started December 4, and had the bulk of the project finished by December 8. There were a few minor mishaps along the way, but they made every effort to correct issues as promptly as possible. Everything was completed before Christmas. A couple of months after the project was completed, I noticed the new vanity sink wasn't sealed properly to the pipe below it. I called Jose and they came out promptly to fix it."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Home Solution Experts, LLC
Home Solution Experts, LLC
4.4(
19
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Trevor and Jordan are absolute professionals and I am extremely pleased with the work they have done. We are in the process of relocation and they worked very hard to accommodate that timeline. We needed window trim and sill replacement, siding repair, and facia repair. All work was perfection and once repainted, undetectable. Please give these guys a chance, you won't regret it."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Room and deck addition
Addition, deck, and shed

+13

Response time10 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Ultra Source Performance
Ultra Source Performance
4.6(
50
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Frank and the crew we had on our two projects (shower remodel and deck) were great to work with. They were professional, straight forward and helpful during the process. Jason and Miguel were great to work with and always left the work sites clean and tidy at end of the day. Both projects were completed timely and we are super satisfied with the results. We interviewed several contractors and Frank and his crew are the best! We will definitely be using Ultra Source Performance for future projects."
Stairway Re-finish
Flooring
Kitchen 1
Kitchen 2
Plumbing

+23

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Stoffel's Restoration and Construction
Stoffel's Restoration and Construction
4.9(
8
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brandon is the first contractor we have hired who showed up (early) was meticoulas with his craftsmanship AND did a beautiful job. Building inspectors commented on our deck saying it was the most beautiful and structurally sound deck they have ever seen! I love my deck and will use Stoffel for all my carpentry and building needs."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for J&K Home Improvement & Restoration
J&K Home Improvement & Restoration
4.6(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional and timely walk through of the job both during estimation process, prior to signing contract, explanation of contract, and multiple walk-throughs during construction. Joe and his group kept me informed and kept to all timelines agreed upon. These guys are hones, polite and experts in their field. We are already talking about our next project."
 Roofing
 Siding Job
GAF Shingles
 Siding job site
 Modifed Bituman

+2

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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

When deciding whether to use nails or screws for framing, the specific needs of the project must be taken into account. Nails have long been the go-to option for framing due to their affordability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand shear forces. They are perfect for structural framing projects where fast assembly is essential. In contrast, screws offer exceptional holding power and are particularly useful in situations requiring increased strength and resistance to pull-out forces. For projects that prioritize accuracy and long-lasting quality, screws may be the preferred option, though nails remain a dependable and efficient choice.

There are both temporary and permanent ways to enclose a carport. If you’re looking to enclose your carport for the winter, a canvas enclosure could do the trick. It won’t be as protective as a permanent structure, but it can offer some protection from elements like snow, rain, and wind. For a permanent enclosure, you can add extra walls, add a new vertical roof, or a lean-to addition on one side of the structure.

Modern brick houses are really stick-built homes with a brick facade for aesthetic purposes only, so most have framing. With genuine brick construction, most homeowners install furring strips over the interior of the brick and then install drywall over those strips to cover the brick wall, so they don’t have traditional framing.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

There are a variety of second-story deck privacy ideas depending on your budget and aesthetic. For starters, you might consider fencing or tall privacy railing that masks a good portion of the open deck. A pergola or an awning can provide additional cover and shade. Outdoor curtains are an easy way to add or remove privacy at your convenience, plus they’re a wallet-friendly way to decorate your deck.

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