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About us
Walsh Custom Homes is a family owned business that has operated in Chicago, and the surrounding suburbs for over the past 20 years. We specialize in second floor and rear additions. Please contact us today for a consultation on your next home improvement project, at your beautiful home. Thank you!!
Business highlights
22 years of experience
Services we offer
Addition to Existing Structure - Build, Amazing additions, Quality crafted kitchens, Stunning renovated homes
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Reviews
4.324 Reviews
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Tom B.
Aug 2024
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
Jim is a nice enough person to work with if you do not have a timeline. Some of his subcontractors are great like flooring. Others, particularly his plumber, are terrible. Multiple code violations and callbacks to fix issues. My advice if you decide to use Jim is to not use allowances and make him provide a fixed price contract. He likes to make up the difference in his cheap quote to get your business by having most allowances categories come in much higher.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"This is fraudulent. We didn't work for Tom B. in Evanston."
Matthew F.
May 2024
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
We hired Jim to build a major, two-story addition and he did an excellent job! It was a complicated project and we are very happy with the results. Jim has the right personality and experience to guide you through the inevitable stress and we will continue to recommend him to family and friends.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Matthew, Thank you for your kind words and trusting me with your home. I love the way it turned out and hope you are enjoying it. Take care!!"
Kelli M.
Apr 2024
Jim is extremely easy to work with. He is very friendly and flexible. We have worked with him on multiple projects over the years. Including major updates to every floor of our house like new kitchen, master suite, windows, exterior, etc. his crew is also very friendly, accommodating and tidy. We could not recommend him more and will be sad when all of our projects are done.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Kelli, Thank you for finding all of these projects to do with you. You always greet us to your home with a great smile and warm welcome. Take care!!"
Terry C.
Apr 2024
Jim and his team are professional, polite and do excellent work. I will call him for any future jobs and recommend him to my family and friends.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Kris, It was a pleasure to work with you on so many aspects of your home. I love how it all came together. Take care!!"
Charles G.
Apr 2024
Walsh Custom Homes remodeled our kitchen, two bathrooms, windows, a new roof, new driveway and patio. All of the work was done promptly and as planned and outlined. We are very pleased with the results and have recommended Walsh Custom Homes to several friends and neighbors also.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Charlie, Thank you for everything you do for us. We really appreciate it. Take care!!"
Jennifer H.
Apr 2024
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
It was a major project, we added a second floor and opened up our kitchen to have an open concept living room. It took longer than originally expected but was worth it in the end because the work is beautiful and we love our â newâ home! The cost was what we expected and well worth the beauty and quality of the final product!
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Jennifer, I hope you are enjoying the additional space. It was great to add bedrooms. a bathroom, and curb appeal. Take care!!"
Eliza B.
Apr 2024
Walsh Custom Homes is the company to call for building, remodels, and renovations. From start to finish, Jim Walsh and his team listen to your dreams and needs, and they offer innovative design ideas and creative, feasible solutions. Originally, we called Mr. Walsh for a modest kitchen remodel, then his vision turned our home into an open-concept, lofted-ceiling, sky-lit showpiece. He made the larger version of the project easy and affordable. Especially impressive is the professionalism and courtesy of all the subcontractors with whom Mr. Walsh has worked for years. At every stage, we have felt we are in good hands. The prices for everything have been more than fair, and the results are breathtaking. Mr. Walsh and his people are smart, hard-working, and accommodating. One of their many mottos is â No regrets!â And, indeed, the results have allowed us to experience the relief and joy of that motto every step of the way. Thank you, Walsh Custom Homes!
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Elizabeth, Thank you for such a thoughtful review. We were designing on the fly to make your home the best it could be. No regrets.......love it!! The final result is breathtaking...... Take care!!"
Byrd R.
Apr 2024
Jim is a great communicator. That is vital when doing renovation. He had great ideas as well. He and his workers are kind and conscientious as well.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Byrd, Thank you for your kind words. It was such a pleasure to work with you to create such a beautiful space. Take care!!"
David K.
Apr 2024
Very easy to work with! Great workmanship. The quality and timeliness of the work was outstanding! Very professional crew!
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello David, Thank you for trusting us with your home. I hope you are enjoying everything. Take care!!"
Sarah C.
Apr 2024
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Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Sarah, I love how your project completed your home. Thank you for choosing to work with us. - James "Jim" Walsh"
Dennis C.
Apr 2024
Jim is very a knowledgable contractor and he has a fantastic crew that works very hard and are very detailed orientated. I would highly recommend Jim Walsh for any home project you might have.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Dennis, Thank you for choosing to continue to work with us. All of the guys love seeing and talking to you. Take care!!"
Perry H.
Apr 2024
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
We have had Walsh Custom homes do several projects including built an addition, remodel an entire first floor and finished a basement. The work quality is excellent in all aspects! Jim is wonderful to work with as well as his employees! Very positive outcomes with all the work done! First class all the way!
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Perry and [Consumer Name Removed], I am blessed to have you in my life and consider you a part of my family after all of the work we have done together. Thank you for being so wonderful. Take care!!"
Ranan Z.
Apr 2024
Walsh custom homes and his team where great! Jim (James Walsh) was honest from start to finish regarding the job price. We added a ton of 'new ideas' as the construction went on and Jim was receptive and went with all of our changes to perfect our job to what we wanted. It's now over two years since the job was completed and we love the addition to our home. Jim has also always followed up with anything that needs to be fixed even when the fault had nothing to do with his work. Highly recommended!
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Ranan, Thank you for choosing to work with us. It was a challenge to bring it all together, but it was so rewarding and beautiful in the end. Take care!!"
Hirut T.
Apr 2024
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
Walsh Custom Homes built an addrion for us. The quality of their work, customer service and responsiveness is amazing.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Hirut, It was a pleasure to work with you to bring all of your beautiful ideas to life. Take care!!"
PJ Z.
Apr 2024
Jim was amazing! Listened and followed through with everything we asked. Even fed our pets while we were not there during the demo:) truly a good person and really refreshing to work with. We remodeled the entire first floor and could not be happier. 100% would recommend, A++ all around!
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello PJ, The best part of working with you has been becoming friends. Have a great day!!"
Redeatu K.
Mar 2024
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
Walsh Custom Homes did a great addition for us. The quality of their work is excellent.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Redeatu, Thank you for choosing to work with us. I love your kitchen and how everything came together."
Michael A.
Oct 2023
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
We hired Jim last year to do a complete gut rehab on our first floor and put a 2nd floor addition on our home. This was our first time doing this and was supposed to be our dream home. Jimâ s quote was significantly lower than everyone else and I found out why. He under quoted everything. Lumber bill doubled, a ton of the framing had to be corrected for safety reasons and he also took it upon himself to make decisions regarding my home without consulting with me. His plumber is absolutely horrendous and after we terminated Jim and his crew, the new contractor had to bring in his plumber to correct everything in order to pass inspections. He overcharged on the roofing after telling me the costs and refused to take any less even though we knew the cost. His communication and timelines are awful!! Had I not caught it early on, we would still be working on the project. Stay away from Walsh Custom Homes and please also stay away from Magic Plumbing. His company will under quote you to get the job and then hit you with tons of extras in the middle of the project making you feel locked in with him.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Mike, Unfortunately, the lumber cost was an an allowance item because your Architect hadn't specified what he wanted to use. There are 50 other homeowners in your neighborhood who have used us the last 20 years without any issues. - James "Jim" Walsh"
Harriet V.
Jun 2023
Hired Walsh Custom Homes May 2021 to update our mothers home for sale. We were told it would be 4-6 weeks (end of June). By end of August, we needed to hire our own plumber to finish the job and deducted the amount from the final payment. Poor communication, work not being done correctly and needed to be redone, no one showing up when scheduled. and too many other issues to list. You do not have to take our word for it, just watch Windy City Rehab, Season 4 (2023), episode 1, to see for yourself.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Harriet, Sorry that was your experience. You kept adding more things to do which takes more time. You can not believe everything you see on television."
Karen V.
Sep 2020
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
Jim has great customer service. Very friendly and honest. Always available and always on site for the project. Crew is very thorough and clean on daily basis. Carpenter does fantastic work. Work is guaranteed for year. Stands behind his work. No hidden costs. No extra costs unless I added something. Educated me on costs during the project. Have recommended to friends and neighbors. Will continue to recommend him.
Response from Walsh Custom Homes
"Hello Karen and [Consumer Name Removed], I love how your addition turned out. It looks like it was always there. Thank you for always supporting us. Take care!!"
Scott E.
Sep 2020
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
He does excellent work and has a great vision for what needs to be done and how to do it correctly. He is a designer and a builder.
Bill M.
Jan 2008
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
Good
Dan/Marry B.
Jul 2007
N/A
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
THIS GUY IS FANTASTIC
John/Claudi S.
Jul 2007
N/A
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
He did a good job for me.
Warren/Karen W.
Jul 2007
N/A
Addition to Existing Structure Building Service
I would recommend him to a friend.
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FAQ
Walsh Custom Homes is currently rated 4.3 overall out of 5.
Yes, Walsh Custom Homes offers free project estimates.
No, Walsh Custom Homes does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Walsh Custom Homes does not offer a senior discount.
No, Walsh Custom Homes does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Walsh Custom Homes offers warranties.