Here at Brown Construction we focus on being a one stop shop for all your home improvement or repair needs. This gives every homeowner the opportunity to have multiple jobs done with one company which helps reduce costs and the hassle of using multiple contractors. We focus on homeowners wants, needs and what best fits the pocketbook. We also offer free estimates with the ability to do some estimates over the phone to cut down on having to setup a time to see what could simply be done with a picture and description of what needs done. We all live in a busy world so we try to cutdown on that and simplify it. With over 20 years of home repairs and new construction we know how to fix it or build it and stand by our product with quality craftsmanship. \nCall to setup your free estimate \n(815)830-0651
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
We specialize in new builds of many kinds, garages, pole barns, flooring of all kinds interior remodel. We have over 35 years of experience in the construction business. We are a smaller company but that’s why we can give you the cheaper price
Hi, I’m Kevin with Klock Home Services, proudly serving the Fox Valley area. I provide reliable, detail-oriented handyman and home repair services at fair prices. From furniture and drywall repair to minor carpentry, fixture installs, and general maintenance, I treat every project like it’s in my own home. Whether it’s a small fix or a larger task, you can count on quality work done right the first time.
"I met with Ariel Zmijewski to get a quote to side my house and garage and to install two new attic windows. I'm a single woman and homeowner and I have encountered more than my share of contractors who tend to patronize me because I am a woman. I called in several quotes for the siding job on my home and Ariel was the only one who treated me with genuine respect. Of course, I wouldn't have hired him just based on that, but GF also offered a competitive price for the job as well as quality materials. Ariel said it would take about six weeks to get the material and then they would schedule my job and after 5 weeks, Ariel called and said the material was in and would be delivered to my home in two days and they would begin the job the following Monday! Ariel guesstimated the job would take about two weeks, but it actually wound up taking four weeks - the reason being they encountered a couple issues when siding my house. I have an older home and it seems like anything I do in renovating my home causes issues - which is why I have learned it is very important to have competent contractors on the job and that is what I had with GF. Though the job took longer than planned due to these issues, these issues were resolved with fluidity and the end result is amazing! Neighbors and family have complimented me on the look of my home and also on the fellas doing the job - they were impressed at how detailed they were! The crew doing my siding and windows were amazing - ask for Mike, Jeremy and Tom and you will NOT be disappointed. These guys were not only professional in their behavior but real nice down to earth guys! I had a lot of detail work on my front porch and they took great pains to ensure everything looked nice. I baked cookies and had chips and water and pop for them one day and gave them money to buy lunch for themselves another day and really wished I could have done more - these guys work great together! And, Ariel came out to check out the work and monitored the job until it was done. He always returned my phone calls promptly and never acted like I was bothering him. I am going to get the remaining windows replaced on my home in the near future and will happily be using Ariel and GF to do the job! "
"Excellent, I have purchased 7 buildings over the years and I had no problems. I will continue to do business with them. I have purchased 7 buildings over the years."
"First of all I want to say that the general paint job was very good and that I was 90 % happy with affordable painting. Any problems were, in the scheme of things, very minor. I'm going to tell this story because it's something that I wish I would have known and may save a future consumer some headaches.
We needed the inside of our house painted to get ready to sell. Alan came out to give us a bid and I really liked him. He had great attention to detail, noticed imperfections in the drywall and told me that they would fix those. He told me that they would do their best to fix sloppy painting from the past (paint that had gotten on trim for example), and that they would be willing to hang new light fixtures for us after painting. He explained how he wanted to paint after the new carpet and they would leave the house in show condition. A friend was over and heard this as well. His was the most expensive estimate I had by $300 but I could see that he had a good eye and took pride in his company, and I thought it was worth the extra money for a truly professional job, since I was not going to be in town to fix any issues. Problem . . . he wasn't the one who did the work. Wish I would have known that.
I had moved by the time these guys did their work, but I had friends watching the house and helping me. Two of my friends said that the paint job looked great, but that the workers had not been informed about hanging light fixtures and were somewhat gruff about it (this required me to call Alan so he could inform his crew). The workers cleaned up the paint, but didn't clean up the boxes from the light fixtures etc. A friend spent 2 hours after they left cleaning up. Hardly move in condition. Also, a neighbor saw one of the workers smoking in our garage (and another found a cigarette butt there). Another friend, who knows more about paint, gave a more thorough report, and said that there were drips, blue spots (?) on 2 walls and unfilled nail holes, as well as a sloppy patch job in one place and an unfixed "ding". I subsequently called Alan, who was very friendly with me, agreed that the workers should have cleaned up (offered to adjust the price because of it), and agreed to go to the house to check it out. I sent him a list of things to look for. When he got there he told me that those drips were from previous paint jobs (I don't doubt that, but had been under the impression they were going to fix this type of imperfection), and told me that the paint job was fine. I deferred to that, since I was relying on friends' reports, but upon inspection later we found out the he didn't even fix the blue spots on the walls. I found that bothersome, as those were obvious mistakes on their part. Also, a closet door that was working well before the painters came was broken (I had fixed it the day before), and Alan refused to take any responsibility for that. Not the end of the world, but frustrating.
Overall, the paint job was very good, and those who have seen it say that it would look wonderful to the casual observer. Most of what they said they would do was done, although it required some prompting, as it wasn't communicated to the crew on the front end of things and required attention from me, and clarification later from Alan.
At one point one of the painters tried to get me to authorize more money for a second coat, when the bid had been for 2 coats. So there was another time when I had to spend my time communicating with Alan to clear up a misunderstanding. Alan was cooperative as could be, but it took my attention to make sure things were done right, and I was hoping not to have to do that.
This will fulfill it's purpose; a new paint job to sell the home. The attention to detail wasn't quite as advertised though. I was happy that Alan was willing to come out and look at it (though I would think he would check the work his crew does as a matter of course), but the refusal to fix even the blatant errors (e.g. blue spots) bothered me (of course this all occurred after I had made the final payment, which may have had something to do with the fact that he wasn't as willing to work with me). Prior to that, Alan worked with me well and wanted to make sure I was happy; and I was about 90% happy. If it hadn't been so expensive, I wouldn't have been so picky, but for the price, and because of promises he made when he bid the job, I expected more. I wish I would have taken the bid from the man who was going to be doing his own work. I think that makes a difference.
The other thing that bothered me was that the office called wanting final payment on Wednesday when the job was not going to be completed until Thursday at noon. Of course I didn't authorize that, and I'm glad I didn't because as it turned out, there were issues, and an adjustment to the price.
Like I said, my satisfaction level is 90%, but the reason I paid a premium for a professional to do the job was because I wanted it to be completely professional. I wanted to be 100% satisfied. I chose the most expensive bid from the most professional-seeming man. Alan's bid process left me feeling that they were discerning and thorough and that I could move out confident that it would be done well and that I wouldn't have to impose on friends to deal with problems. He stressed the high quality of their work, and the fact that they fix minor imperfections and leave the place in pristine condition. I didn't find this to be the case, at least not completely. I worried that I had misunderstood him, but a friend who was with me at the time, heard the same promises I did.
I think overall these guys are good, but be aware that the man who gives the bid (Alan) is not the one who does the painting, communication doesn't always go through, the crew is not as good-natured or as detail-oriented as Alan, and he does not, as a rule, check the work of his crew, which means you have to do that. The overall work is high quality, but there may be problems with details. My advice would be to get very concrete details for the bid as far as what will and won't be done, and if he says it, have him write it down. Also, don't pay them before the job is complete and inspected, because there may be some issues. I was very surprised they asked for this. I didn't haggle on the price because I wanted them to do their best work; I wish I would have. These things left a bad taste in my mouth, but in the scheme of things are minor. I would recommend them (to a non-perfectionist friend) with the reservations I've mentioned. "
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I like to finish the job right the first time so I don’t have to come make a fix later . Let me make your projects a check off on your to do list. Also able to repair fence put new fence up. Chainlink, wood picket . Let me know I’m here to help. Concrete replacement, sidewalks, drive ways. I look forward to speaking with you.
"I hired Austin to remove my old deck, fill a small pond, and build a new larger deck on my home. The project ended up being a bit bigger than they originally estimated, but they followed through completely. The deck is fantastic. He was always thinking about usability for the deck after he was done, and made several wonderful suggestions of ways they could do things differently along the way. In the end we got to factory what we hoped, and the only additional cost over the original estimate was for wood to surround the entire deck to keep animals out, something we did not plan for from the start in any way. The price was very reasonable, and the deck is rock solid."
It is almost always more affordable to buy an existing home than to build a new one. Building a home involves numerous costs, including labor, permits, inspections, utility hookups, and brand-new materials, finishes, and appliances. Additionally, new construction loans can have higher interest rates than traditional mortgages, and property taxes on new homes are often higher, increasing long-term costs. An exception is a DIY house build, which can be cheaper than buying an existing home if you do the labor yourself. While building is generally more expensive, a new custom home offers complete control over the layout and design. Furthermore, new construction is typically worth more than a comparable pre-owned home and may provide a better return on investment if sold quickly.
Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home’s framing, unless you’re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.
The steep slope of an A-frame roof withstands high winds, heavy rain, and heavy snowfall, making them popular all over the world. A-frames also offer simple, quick construction. Finally, an A-frame typically has large windows on the non-roof sides to let in a maximum amount of natural light. Consequently, they are often an affordable building solution for the right homeowner and location.
It’s much less expensive to build a house with wood. This is because wood is relatively inexpensive, strong enough to endure decades or even centuries of weathering and pressure, and is easier to replace if there are issues. The cost of stone houses are incredibly expensive, heavy, time-consuming to build, and difficult to repair.
Building a tiny house is the least complicated way to build, especially if you’re tackling the project as a DIY. The smaller size means less complex plans, more straightforward utility installation, and fewer ways to make costly errors. Tiny homes still need to conform to building codes and often have other applicable regulations, so be sure to get the proper permits and confirm your build is by the book.
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