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223 We have used Classic Builders for many projects over the course of 10 years. Dave is honest, professional and very dependable. He and his subs do very good work with attention to detail and a professional attitude. Dave will tell you if something you want to do won't work and will offer...
Rock Solid Builders is very professional. The installers were here promptly while working on the deck. Had a minor flaw and have been very responsive.
Rock Solid Builders IncAnother excellent job from a first class contractor. We have used Beyer Builders for years and we always have received excellent work with top notch quality & impressive service.
Beyer Builders IncSuper. Have dealt with this company before. No job too big or complex it seems. Previously it was a cupola around barn and some other exterior stuff concerning posts and pillars around house. Fair and very skilled. Mike is a good communicator. Client always in the know. What more could...
George Krinninger & Sons IncWe had a great experience with Tom. He is seriously the nicest, most helpful guy ever! After getting four quotes to build a fence in our backyard, the fifth was a charm. We were very pleased to find out that Tom's team could complete both parts of our project: remove overgrown landscaping and...
NIERMAN LANDSCAPE & DESIGNWe asked Brian Koch of Midwest Construction to build a room addition to the rear of our 45 year old home. |From the first visit Brian knew just what we wanted and took care of all the details from the initial drawings and village approval to the last light fixture installation....
They did a very nice job. We recently had some other roofing work done on a different house that we were building and we didn't use them because they were a little bit more expensive and I had to call a couple of times to get a quote from them. But, they did a nice job. They came out and were...
Peterson Roofing Inc
From demo to finish I work with the same energy to make the customer happy the same time I expect respect and communication
"Josef does excellent work - I would hire him again. He replaced a 15 foot railing in front of my home. He took extra care to match the color of the stain (including sending me pics from the hardware store to confirm). Scheduling took a more back and forth than expected but it was worth the wait."
Cory T on September 2025
From demo to finish I work with the same energy to make the customer happy the same time I expect respect and communication
"Josef does excellent work - I would hire him again. He replaced a 15 foot railing in front of my home. He took extra care to match the color of the stain (including sending me pics from the hardware store to confirm). Scheduling took a more back and forth than expected but it was worth the wait."
Cory T on September 2025
Founded in 2007, DTG Services, LLC specializes in general contracting and complete demolition and remodeling of kitchens and bathrooms as well as flooring, painting, electrical, plumbing and other home improvement services. Located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, please call us for location and service details. DTG Services, LLC prides ourselves on outstanding quality in workmanship, group products and good customer service. Our mission is simple, provide the best possible service at the most competitive low price with outstanding attention to detail and efficiency.
"Well. Daniel is very knowledgeable and skilled at home restoration.His work is top notch! His assistant did a great job as well. They are both also very personable."
Leslie S on July 2025
Founded in 2007, DTG Services, LLC specializes in general contracting and complete demolition and remodeling of kitchens and bathrooms as well as flooring, painting, electrical, plumbing and other home improvement services. Located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, please call us for location and service details. DTG Services, LLC prides ourselves on outstanding quality in workmanship, group products and good customer service. Our mission is simple, provide the best possible service at the most competitive low price with outstanding attention to detail and efficiency.
"Well. Daniel is very knowledgeable and skilled at home restoration.His work is top notch! His assistant did a great job as well. They are both also very personable."
Leslie S on July 2025
Chicago garage builders, Garage 4U, Inc. has been building custom garages since 1990. As a family owned and operated small business, service and European craftsmanship allows us to give you - our customer - freedom to choose what you want. Every garage is custom built from first grade materials and we offer a variety of sizes and finishes. No job is too large, no dream is too big. Please call us today for a free estimate. Uses subcontractors for roofing.
"Garage was built well. Wasn’t happy with the concrete guys they used.(0 stars)Thought I’d have a patio poured as they did the slab for the garage to make it easier. They ended up sloping it towards the house. Water runs towards my house on rainy days and sits behind my basement foundation. Very noticeable by eye too. When I put a table or chair on it, the whole set sits crooked. I have to wedge it with a piece of wood to keep it level. I have cracks in several places as well after the first year which I know no one guarantees but thats besides the point. Called them to address the issue but never got a response to the problem. I’ve had to look at it everyday for the last 2 years and it frustrates me. Called them back, explained the situation again…. even suggested to redo it at cost….they said they would get back to me ….but no response…again. They tell you about how good they are but when you try to address it, they don’t do anything. I guess I’ll have to tear it out and it replaced by someone else. I don’t like leaving bad reviews but I gave them plenty of opportunities to make it right. It’s ashamed because I had a lot of people asking me for referrals. I even paid more that other quotes thinking they were different. I didn’t feel confident in recommending them. If anyone wants to see the work, please let me know. Hope it was worth it guys! UPDATE: 4/24 Bob proactively reached out to me and was unaware of the issues I had with the concrete. Internal communication issue? I don’t know. Apparently they've had issues with that concrete contractor and no longer use them. Garage4you said they want to make it right. Totally wasn't expecting that. Currently in the process of correcting the issue. I will update the review once completed. Just thought I'd let everyone know as you are gearing up for garage work soon. Maybe I was wrong and there are good ones out there. We shall see. UPDATE: 5/25 Well....a year has gone by and Issue has not been resolved. I reached out toward the end of summer thinking that they were busy and would do it in fall. Never happened. Obviously couldn't do it in winter. I told them let’s set it for early spring. I had to called in April to follow up. There has been no sense of urgency on their part. I keep getting the run around as if they didn't want to do it anymore. Not sure why this is so hard. You had a different contractor come out to validate that it wasn't done right. Then you put it in writing what needs to happen and it still hasn't. I even have all the texts archived. This is getting frustrating again but goes back to my original intuition. They are really good at telling you "how good they are" but when it comes to things like this, don't want to take responsibility; even though they acknowledged it. (which is worse in my opinion) Just wanted to get this done before I beautify my backyard as I know it will get torn up. I will give them one more week to schedule or tell me what is happening. If I don't hear back, I i'll most likely have to take it to the next step. Hopefully my next update is more promising. I've posted some pics so you can see what I am talking about. Pics don't do justice. 6/25/2025-Well. Now they are ignoring me. Guess I have to take it to the courts.............This is why contractors get a bad name! 9/25. Formal demand letter sent before it goes to courts"
Hema P on September 2025
Chicago garage builders, Garage 4U, Inc. has been building custom garages since 1990. As a family owned and operated small business, service and European craftsmanship allows us to give you - our customer - freedom to choose what you want. Every garage is custom built from first grade materials and we offer a variety of sizes and finishes. No job is too large, no dream is too big. Please call us today for a free estimate. Uses subcontractors for roofing.
"Garage was built well. Wasn’t happy with the concrete guys they used.(0 stars)Thought I’d have a patio poured as they did the slab for the garage to make it easier. They ended up sloping it towards the house. Water runs towards my house on rainy days and sits behind my basement foundation. Very noticeable by eye too. When I put a table or chair on it, the whole set sits crooked. I have to wedge it with a piece of wood to keep it level. I have cracks in several places as well after the first year which I know no one guarantees but thats besides the point. Called them to address the issue but never got a response to the problem. I’ve had to look at it everyday for the last 2 years and it frustrates me. Called them back, explained the situation again…. even suggested to redo it at cost….they said they would get back to me ….but no response…again. They tell you about how good they are but when you try to address it, they don’t do anything. I guess I’ll have to tear it out and it replaced by someone else. I don’t like leaving bad reviews but I gave them plenty of opportunities to make it right. It’s ashamed because I had a lot of people asking me for referrals. I even paid more that other quotes thinking they were different. I didn’t feel confident in recommending them. If anyone wants to see the work, please let me know. Hope it was worth it guys! UPDATE: 4/24 Bob proactively reached out to me and was unaware of the issues I had with the concrete. Internal communication issue? I don’t know. Apparently they've had issues with that concrete contractor and no longer use them. Garage4you said they want to make it right. Totally wasn't expecting that. Currently in the process of correcting the issue. I will update the review once completed. Just thought I'd let everyone know as you are gearing up for garage work soon. Maybe I was wrong and there are good ones out there. We shall see. UPDATE: 5/25 Well....a year has gone by and Issue has not been resolved. I reached out toward the end of summer thinking that they were busy and would do it in fall. Never happened. Obviously couldn't do it in winter. I told them let’s set it for early spring. I had to called in April to follow up. There has been no sense of urgency on their part. I keep getting the run around as if they didn't want to do it anymore. Not sure why this is so hard. You had a different contractor come out to validate that it wasn't done right. Then you put it in writing what needs to happen and it still hasn't. I even have all the texts archived. This is getting frustrating again but goes back to my original intuition. They are really good at telling you "how good they are" but when it comes to things like this, don't want to take responsibility; even though they acknowledged it. (which is worse in my opinion) Just wanted to get this done before I beautify my backyard as I know it will get torn up. I will give them one more week to schedule or tell me what is happening. If I don't hear back, I i'll most likely have to take it to the next step. Hopefully my next update is more promising. I've posted some pics so you can see what I am talking about. Pics don't do justice. 6/25/2025-Well. Now they are ignoring me. Guess I have to take it to the courts.............This is why contractors get a bad name! 9/25. Formal demand letter sent before it goes to courts"
Hema P on September 2025
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"They did a great job installing the balusters."
Stephen S on May 2025
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"They did a great job installing the balusters."
Stephen S on May 2025
We are a family owned and operated company; with every phase of design, building and community development under the skilled guidance of a family member. At A.P. Builder & General Contractor, our business is more than building. Our business is building a better quality of life for our residents, respecting the communities in which we build and demonstrating a concern for the landscape we change. These qualities combine to comprise a thirty-year tradition of family commitment to excellence in building. Our clients receive impeccable attention to detail and premium service from a financially stable and sound company. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction with every aspect of the project from concept to completion. This is who we are and what we are at A.P. Builder & General Contractor; people who build, enjoy it and want to extend our expertise to you. Let us know how we may be of service to you.
"Our experience with AP Builder was great. Angelo was very knowledgeable and professional, keeping us informed every step of the way. This was a big important project for our home and I am extremely happy with how it came out! The cost was very reasonable and there were no surprises, everything was open and honest. I would definitely use them again and recommend to friends and family. Thank you AP!"
David A on March 2025
We are a family owned and operated company; with every phase of design, building and community development under the skilled guidance of a family member. At A.P. Builder & General Contractor, our business is more than building. Our business is building a better quality of life for our residents, respecting the communities in which we build and demonstrating a concern for the landscape we change. These qualities combine to comprise a thirty-year tradition of family commitment to excellence in building. Our clients receive impeccable attention to detail and premium service from a financially stable and sound company. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction with every aspect of the project from concept to completion. This is who we are and what we are at A.P. Builder & General Contractor; people who build, enjoy it and want to extend our expertise to you. Let us know how we may be of service to you.
"Our experience with AP Builder was great. Angelo was very knowledgeable and professional, keeping us informed every step of the way. This was a big important project for our home and I am extremely happy with how it came out! The cost was very reasonable and there were no surprises, everything was open and honest. I would definitely use them again and recommend to friends and family. Thank you AP!"
David A on March 2025
With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from bathroom remodels to major home repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Grandview Construction, Inc., a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"I am so grateful to Grandview Construction for our beautiful, new kitchen and master shower! They also painted our entire first floor including the trim. Our experience with Jeremy and his wonderful crew was A+mazing! Their workmanship was excellent, and Jeremy was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. The crew was friendly, professional and clearly experts at what they do. One of them has almost 30 years of experience in the industry. Jeremy and his crew provided many helpful details about the project from start to finish and was quick to let us know if any issues arose. When they had to make any adjustments they explained the reasons and were very patient in answering all of our questions and since this was our very first kitchen remodel we had a lot of questions. The project was completed on time and stayed within the very fair competitive estimate he gave us in the beginning, and we could not be happier with the gorgeous finished product. We will work with them on any other project we might do on our home, and I would recommend Grandview Construction without any reservation to anyone who is looking for a dependable and honest general contractor to work on their house."
Karisa H on August 2023
With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from bathroom remodels to major home repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Grandview Construction, Inc., a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"I am so grateful to Grandview Construction for our beautiful, new kitchen and master shower! They also painted our entire first floor including the trim. Our experience with Jeremy and his wonderful crew was A+mazing! Their workmanship was excellent, and Jeremy was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. The crew was friendly, professional and clearly experts at what they do. One of them has almost 30 years of experience in the industry. Jeremy and his crew provided many helpful details about the project from start to finish and was quick to let us know if any issues arose. When they had to make any adjustments they explained the reasons and were very patient in answering all of our questions and since this was our very first kitchen remodel we had a lot of questions. The project was completed on time and stayed within the very fair competitive estimate he gave us in the beginning, and we could not be happier with the gorgeous finished product. We will work with them on any other project we might do on our home, and I would recommend Grandview Construction without any reservation to anyone who is looking for a dependable and honest general contractor to work on their house."
Karisa H on August 2023
At Zielinski Construction, Inc., we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.
"Doug was 100% professional and available for all my questions or concerns. They did a fantastic job and I would highly recommend them. They also have an eye for design which was very helpful."
Betty R on January 2021
At Zielinski Construction, Inc., we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.
"Doug was 100% professional and available for all my questions or concerns. They did a fantastic job and I would highly recommend them. They also have an eye for design which was very helpful."
Betty R on January 2021
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Called Angie's lost got these guys for a minor floor repair. Signed paperwork paid a deposit and then I changed myind the next day. Ask for my return deposit minus the 10% charge. Never recieved ot now we are in court!! Do not trust these guys they are cheats and thieves!!"
Marcus V on August 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Called Angie's lost got these guys for a minor floor repair. Signed paperwork paid a deposit and then I changed myind the next day. Ask for my return deposit minus the 10% charge. Never recieved ot now we are in court!! Do not trust these guys they are cheats and thieves!!"
Marcus V on August 2025
Make Cents Solutions has been in business for over 10 years. Make us your one stop shop for all your new build and addition needs. We are professional, efficient, and always get the job done right the first time. We make it our mission to listen to our customers in order to ensure 100% satisfaction. So, stop shopping around and give us a chance to earn your business. Call today for your free estimate!
"Peter and his crew did a wonderful job with our kitchen demo...got rid of walls and closets and then put it all back together again. We couldn't be more pleased with their work. Professional guys with lots of experience. Always on time and cleaned the place up after they were done. Would highly recommend them....wonderful guys with lots of experience and personality. You cannot go wrong with these guys and they are extremely reasonable!!!!! And if you do get the pleasure of dealing with these guys, please treat them with respect and some good hospitality. They so deserve it!!!!!"
Carol S on December 2017
Make Cents Solutions has been in business for over 10 years. Make us your one stop shop for all your new build and addition needs. We are professional, efficient, and always get the job done right the first time. We make it our mission to listen to our customers in order to ensure 100% satisfaction. So, stop shopping around and give us a chance to earn your business. Call today for your free estimate!
"Peter and his crew did a wonderful job with our kitchen demo...got rid of walls and closets and then put it all back together again. We couldn't be more pleased with their work. Professional guys with lots of experience. Always on time and cleaned the place up after they were done. Would highly recommend them....wonderful guys with lots of experience and personality. You cannot go wrong with these guys and they are extremely reasonable!!!!! And if you do get the pleasure of dealing with these guys, please treat them with respect and some good hospitality. They so deserve it!!!!!"
Carol S on December 2017
With over 15 years of experience, BGV Construction is a trusted name in remodeling, specializing in everything from kitchen and bathroom renovations to custom home additions and general home improvements. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality craftsmanship, personalized service, and exceptional attention to detail, ensuring your vision becomes a reality. Whether you’re updating a single room or undertaking a full remodel, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Ready to transform your space? Contact us today for a free consultation!
"I couldn’t be more thrilled with the work Gustavo did in remodeling my basement! From start to finish, he was very professional, detail-oriented, and truly listened to my ideas and vision. The project was completed on time, within budget, and the quality of craftsmanship is outstanding. My basement now looks like a whole new space, and it’s more functional, right on time to have people over for the holidays. I highly recommend BGV for any remodeling project!"
Susana L on November 2024
With over 15 years of experience, BGV Construction is a trusted name in remodeling, specializing in everything from kitchen and bathroom renovations to custom home additions and general home improvements. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality craftsmanship, personalized service, and exceptional attention to detail, ensuring your vision becomes a reality. Whether you’re updating a single room or undertaking a full remodel, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Ready to transform your space? Contact us today for a free consultation!
"I couldn’t be more thrilled with the work Gustavo did in remodeling my basement! From start to finish, he was very professional, detail-oriented, and truly listened to my ideas and vision. The project was completed on time, within budget, and the quality of craftsmanship is outstanding. My basement now looks like a whole new space, and it’s more functional, right on time to have people over for the holidays. I highly recommend BGV for any remodeling project!"
Susana L on November 2024
Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.
General contractors are the ones that coordinate home construction projects. They are in charge of the day-to-day oversight of the subcontractors to ensure that the project is completed on time and to resolve problems as they arise. General contractors:
Complete pre-construction planning, both with the customer and crew
Provide realistic cost estimates
Develop construction timelines
Ensure deadlines are met
Acquire permits as needed
Purchase supplies and materials
While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.
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The cost to build a detached garage for two cars costs about $26,400 on average. Prices range from $19,200 to $33,600, depending on your location, the garage size, height, materials, and site prep required. Additional cost factors include any plumbing, electrical wiring, and insulation. If you need to build a concrete foundation for a new detached garage, you can expect to pay $1,000 to $8,600 for this essential addition.
The average cost to remodel a garage is around $18,000, ranging from $1,500 to $50,000, depending on size, materials, location, and other factors like plumbing and electrical. Garage remodels that include changing the roof and walls add significant expenses to the project. Plus, you can expect to pay about $1,400 for the building conversion permits. For a simple remodel, like painting interior walls and recoating the garage floor, it will cost about $2 to $5 per square foot.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Considering enclosing your carport to turn it into a more protective garage? Find out about the cost to convert a carport into a garage in this handy guide.
Wondering how much it costs to build a staircase in your home? Use this convenient cost guide to get an accurate estimate for your home improvement project.
Going from an undeveloped plot to your dream home can be expensive. Learn about the cost to develop land and what factors can affect your total.
A roll-in shower can increase safety in the bathroom and come with a high ROI. Read this guide to learn about how much a roll-in shower costs.
Fire-rated doors can help protect your home from a fire in the garage. Before you buy, read this guide to understand fire-rated doors and where to install them.
The main parts of floor framing include the sill, rim joists, and other joists. Learn how this wood may require repairs against water or insect damage.
