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Avatar for MPT Enterprises Inc
MPT Enterprises Inc
4.8(
182
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired MPT to build a new staircase in my duplex. Paul is knowledgeable, precise and fast. I've worked with Paul on several projects and I can confidently recommend him."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+167

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DAL Builders
4.6(
330
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very happy with the work that DAL Builders did on our project. Tim is so easy to work with. He is very communicative which was super helpful (especially during a pandemic!). We have worked with contractors in the past who I have struggled to get to return calls but Tim was always on top of our project. Even with all the delays due to COVID - he would periodically reach out to us unprompted and let us know the status of our items. He is also extremely budget conscious. Tim let us know up front the areas of the project that were "unknown" budget wise (for example he did not know how bad the rot was going to be around our door frame) but was able to give us a realistic estimate of what it might cost best and worst case scenario. In projects past with other contractors - in the end we were anywhere from 15-20% over budget. With Tim I believe we were less than 5% over budget and that overage was really just due to the "unknowns". We have never had a renovation come this close to budget (and we gutted our house so we have lots of experience with contractors and budgets). We are happy with the way the work looks and Tim was quick to resolve any issues we had. His crew is courteous, thorough, and always show up when they are supposed to. I don't think there was one time where I had to call Tim and tell him no one was here when they were supposed to be. Overall - we are really happy with the work that was done and the management of the whole project. We would definitely use DAL Builders again!"
Kitchen project
Remodeling - General Project
Porch project
Remodeling - General Project
Kitchen project

+47

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeremy does wonderful work. He makes sure that everything is done as perfect as possible. Everyone that has seen my kitchen has nothing but good things to say about it. I would highly recommend Jeremy for your home project."
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New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
97
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"Angelo Pecoraro, the owner of A.P. Builder, was a pleasure to work with from start to finish on our major remodeling project of adding a sunroom to our home. Out of many contractors I called to get an estimate, he was the only one willing to provide options to have the project fit our budget. Once we agreed to move forward, he worked diligently with the architect and village to get the permits finalized (which is a difficult task in my town). Once the work started, he provided almost daily updates of the work that will be completed and any anticipated inspections (which we passed easily). He also reached out himself to finalize details from big items like windows to small ones like the molding. The result was a beautiful sunroom and deck which I receive compliments on regularly. Do yourself a favor and for your next major home remodel/renovation work with Angelo and A.P. Builder!"
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.9(
83
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish, Top Bros delivered their promise! My reno was meticulously completed by this family owned Latinx business. Cesar, his family, and crew worked diligently to support my reno demands up to code and today’s living. My dream kitchen and overall upgrades were completed in time. There is no doubt that Cesar provides personal attention to your needs, he works with you suggesting ways to save money and adding functionality to any project you have in mind. Working with Top Bros eased my hesitations when you hire a knowledgeable contractor. Be ready to be wowed by the completion of the project whether is small or big your needs and dreams will be completed by this local, sincere, and honest family owned Latinx business."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Full house remodel

+28

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Redstone Builders Inc
4.3(
131
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was acting as Project Manager for clients/friends performing a major renovation. Howard was responsive, professional, and punctual. I left him an initial voicemail which he returned within the day. He then immediately scheduled an appointment to see the property before receiving the architectural drawings. He spent over an hour with me walking through the site and explaining potential challenges on site. He then drove me to a property around the corner where he had completed e a major renovation (it looked beautiful). Ultimately, we went with a lower bid taking a gamble on inevitable change orders. 
I work with a lot of general contractors on major projects. Howard was a consummate professional. I'd recommend him as your go-to guy. I hope to work with him soon.
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Da Handy Guys LLC
5.0(
9
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Da Handy Guys to help set up a washer and dryer in the basement of my property and they did a stellar job! They were on time and completely prepared to handle everything that came up in the installation process. Will definitely be hiring them for future projects!"
Exterior Staircase repair
Exterior Staircase repair
Finished Stair Case
Finished Bathroom
Full Bathroom Gut Remodel

+12

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Above & Beyond Construction
5.0(
41
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chester and his team were very respectful of working in our home while we were also working from home. They were able to diagnose and fix our plumbing issue, including completely replacing all the cabinets that had been damaged beyond repair. Job was done in a timely manner - especially given the extent of the water damage. Chester and his team were the only contractors who agreed to take on the repairs, after we had several contractors/companies say the job was too big for them. 10/10 would hire again (though hopefully we won't need to!)"
Remodeling - General Project
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+24

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

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