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Avatar for Integrity Tree Service Inc

Integrity Tree Service Inc

4.94(
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Integrity Tree Service Inc

4.94(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

SavATree provides quality tree, shrub and lawn care services for your home. Our tree and lawn care specialists have the expertise needed to provide you with long term tree care solutions for both existing and potential problems while also maintaining a lush lawn. SavATree’s Certified Arborists are experts in plant health care and tree care services. Our arborists will diagnose any problems and recommend affordable, environmentally sensible tree care solutions. We also specialize in all your tree maintenance needs – such as tree pruning, removals and more. The most effective and satisfying tree service experience comes from expert recommendations geared toward protecting the value, health, and beauty of your landscape.

"They are certified harborists. They come out do the job and clean up. They are awesome."

celesta C on June 2020

SavATree provides quality tree, shrub and lawn care services for your home. Our tree and lawn care specialists have the expertise needed to provide you with long term tree care solutions for both existing and potential problems while also maintaining a lush lawn. SavATree’s Certified Arborists are experts in plant health care and tree care services. Our arborists will diagnose any problems and recommend affordable, environmentally sensible tree care solutions. We also specialize in all your tree maintenance needs – such as tree pruning, removals and more. The most effective and satisfying tree service experience comes from expert recommendations geared toward protecting the value, health, and beauty of your landscape.

"They are certified harborists. They come out do the job and clean up. They are awesome."

celesta C on June 2020

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The Basement Men & The Concrete Man

4.46(
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The Basement Men & The Concrete Man

4.46(
239
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Customers say: Terrific value
1998 years of experience

The Creative Approach Builders and Remodelers, Inc. has been serving the Northshore and Chicagoland areas for over 40 years with quality workmanship and design. We specialize in Basement, Kitchen, Bathroom and General Home remodeling as well as exterior work including Brick, Concrete, Asphalt and Exterior Painting. We are truly a one stop shop for all of your home remodeling needs. No job is too big or to small and we handle the complete job! Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fee. May contact through email. Additional DBAs : The Basement Men and The Concrete Man. Plumbing services are subcontracted to License Plumbers.

"I wish we had read his reviews here first. We never would have hired him. More of the same. I ended up coordinating with the subcontractors, and the window and door supplier myself. We only heard from Steve when he wanted another check. Whenever I questioned anything he would belligerently tell me how ungrateful I was. When the wrong window size was delivered, I had to sort it out with the supplier. In an effort to sound like he was in charge, Steve would tell me false updates on the order status. Then become combative when I would tell him what I was told from the supplier. I was essentially bringing Steve up to date on the status of a project he was allegedly G.C-ing. Our project was completed only because I stepped in."

Ken J on March 2025

The Creative Approach Builders and Remodelers, Inc. has been serving the Northshore and Chicagoland areas for over 40 years with quality workmanship and design. We specialize in Basement, Kitchen, Bathroom and General Home remodeling as well as exterior work including Brick, Concrete, Asphalt and Exterior Painting. We are truly a one stop shop for all of your home remodeling needs. No job is too big or to small and we handle the complete job! Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fee. May contact through email. Additional DBAs : The Basement Men and The Concrete Man. Plumbing services are subcontracted to License Plumbers.

"I wish we had read his reviews here first. We never would have hired him. More of the same. I ended up coordinating with the subcontractors, and the window and door supplier myself. We only heard from Steve when he wanted another check. Whenever I questioned anything he would belligerently tell me how ungrateful I was. When the wrong window size was delivered, I had to sort it out with the supplier. In an effort to sound like he was in charge, Steve would tell me false updates on the order status. Then become combative when I would tell him what I was told from the supplier. I was essentially bringing Steve up to date on the status of a project he was allegedly G.C-ing. Our project was completed only because I stepped in."

Ken J on March 2025

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A Plus Towing & Auto

4.78(
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A Plus Towing & Auto

4.78(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Complete automotive repairs. Additional DBAs - Car Doctor, Inc.-The & The Car Doctor, Inc, Lake in the Hills Automotive.

Complete automotive repairs. Additional DBAs - Car Doctor, Inc.-The & The Car Doctor, Inc, Lake in the Hills Automotive.

Chara Construction

5.00(
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Chara Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Small carpentry-based company with local referrences. Able to meet your needs, from hanging a door to adding a room. All jobs performed by owner/carpenter (with assistant, as needed).

Small carpentry-based company with local referrences. Able to meet your needs, from hanging a door to adding a room. All jobs performed by owner/carpenter (with assistant, as needed).

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Womens Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery, LLC

5.00(
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Womens Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery, LLC

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
2001 years of experience

The Women's Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery is a plastic surgery office that features an ABPS (American Board of Plastic Surgery) board certified plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon. The Women's Institute has multiple Chicagoland Locations and offers a variety of services including but not limited to; plastic surgery procedures, Botox, Cosmetic Fillers, Laser hair reduction/wrinkle reduction and offers many full lines of medical grade skin care products.

The Women's Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery is a plastic surgery office that features an ABPS (American Board of Plastic Surgery) board certified plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon. The Women's Institute has multiple Chicagoland Locations and offers a variety of services including but not limited to; plastic surgery procedures, Botox, Cosmetic Fillers, Laser hair reduction/wrinkle reduction and offers many full lines of medical grade skin care products.

GERB VIBRATION CONTROL SYSTEMS

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GERB VIBRATION CONTROL SYSTEMS

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1988 years of experience

For more than 25 years, GERB USA has worked successfully with machine and equipment manufacturers, engineers, architects, consultants and other partners to provide innovative solutions to a variety of vibration, seismic and settlement problems.

For more than 25 years, GERB USA has worked successfully with machine and equipment manufacturers, engineers, architects, consultants and other partners to provide innovative solutions to a variety of vibration, seismic and settlement problems.

HUCKLEBERRYFINNREPAIR SERVICE

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HUCKLEBERRYFINNREPAIR SERVICE

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2009 years of experience

Huckleberryfinn Repair is a full function Home and Business repair and maintenance service. With our endless network of contractors and an Architect we are capable of design and specialty inspections. We are IRC 2000 one and Two Family Dwelling certified. Our Architect in use was instrumental in creating and implementing a number of codes and certification tests for BOCA and the IRC.

Huckleberryfinn Repair is a full function Home and Business repair and maintenance service. With our endless network of contractors and an Architect we are capable of design and specialty inspections. We are IRC 2000 one and Two Family Dwelling certified. Our Architect in use was instrumental in creating and implementing a number of codes and certification tests for BOCA and the IRC.

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Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

It is not advisable to try to retrofit your home without the expertise of a professional. These projects usually require a consultation with a structural engineer and a plumber for any gas-related adjustments. Working with a professional earthquake retrofitting contractor is the best way to ensure that any structural work done to your home will help protect you and your family.

An earthquake retrofit is essential for safety in an earthquake-prone area. Without proper retrofitting, your home is at risk of sliding off the foundation, shifting, or collapsing.

You may also require a retrofit if your home was built before 1980 when building codes began requiring reinforcing, bracing, and bolting for new construction. You may not be eligible for insurance to help pay for earthquake-related damages without a retrofit.

Grounding is a great first step to prevent electrical shock, but you can take it further with GFCI outlets and AFCIs (arc fault circuit interrupters). In particular, AFCIs help protect against the type of electrical arcs that cause fires, like if a mouse chews on a wire or your laptop starts overheating at the wall. These are required in some areas of your home.

Many homeowners want to know whether earthquake retrofitting is tax deductible. Because it’s often considered a capital improvement, you usually can’t deduct it. In some cases and locations, you may qualify for tax incentives, but you’ll need to talk to a tax professional or the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) about your specific circumstances. You may also be able to find grant money for seismic upgrades, which can lower the cost of your insurance premiums and save money over time.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

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