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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 Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paul is fantastic to work with. I've worked with his company on several different projects over the past 5 years - kitchen remodel, front porch remodel, stairwell rebuild. His team is knowledgeable, responsive and good at what they do. Can't recommend him enough."
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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Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc.
4.9(
83
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cesar and his team did a great job! The new cabinets, flooring, countertops, lighting and wall look great! They accommodated an accelerated need schedule due to a new addition (baby coming) and are super easy to work with!"
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
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M&E Construction & Renovation
4.8(
30
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired M & E, construction and renovation, LLC to demo my basement, and I am extremely satisfied with their service. From the initial consultation to the completion of the project the team displayed professionalism, expertise and attention to detail they executed the demolition, efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to the rest of my home I highly recommend M & E construction and renovation LLC for any demolition or renovation needs"
Nortrhbrook Patio
Nortrhbrook Patio
Old Irving bathroom
Old Irving bathroom
Old Irving bathroom

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
97
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"We have known and been working with AP builders for a couple of years now, doing many different projects on my home including siding, landscaping, hot water heater, painting... you name it, they do it! And for a great price too! The jobs were all done quickly, on budget and professionally. I would recommend them to anyone for any project, big or small! And yes, I'm a REAL customer (not a family member or bot). My name is Chris and I live in the Northwest Suburbs."
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G Remodeling
5.0(
11
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Customers say: True professional

"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."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Closets
Closets
Other project

+106

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Englehardt Development, LLC
4.9(
6
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Englehardt Development has done multiple home improvement projects for us- in the basement; they created a custom stone fireplace and live edge bars. They built a stone front porch and stone walkway, a custom pergola back porch, a stone fireplace in the living room, and a custom built-in buffet in the dining room. Englehardt's team members are all exceptionally experienced professionals, highly trustworthy, show up on time and the end result is always amazing."
Norwood Park Kitchen
Evanston Addition
Glenview Outdoor Kitchen
Chicago Deck
Basement Renovation

+98

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
McGowean Renovations
4.5(
21
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. McGowean was prompt, courteous, professional and his work is exemplary. He demanded perfection and promptness from his subcontractors, and they happily complied. It was a pleasure to work with him and he is coming back to redo my master bath. He also did the powder room and tile the backsplash in the kitchen. Everything looks beautiful. He is AMAZING!"
Response time10 mins
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Subcontractors questions, answered by experts

Depending on what the blueprints are for, a qualified draftsperson, contractor, or architect can draw them up. In some cases, including specialty permitting for a build, you may be required to use a licensed architect. 

In many cases, a blueprint drawn up by a certified professional is required before a city or municipality approves a permit. 

The only real drawback to green building is that it’s more expensive up front, with per-square-foot prices sitting 33% higher than what you’d pay to build a traditional home. The higher cost is due to more expensive building materials and more labor to ensure every aspect of the home is as efficient as possible. However, green buildings often save money in the long run, so this is just a temporary downside.

You likely need to hire an architect for your new house design and build, unless you have the design skills and experience with building regulations and standards needed to get your plans approved. If you are able to meet the design requirements, you can hire a draftsperson to create the blueprints for the builders to follow.

Yes, integrating sustainable practices and energy efficiency into plans is common.

You have three options in terms of professionals who can draw up blueprints: a draftsperson, an architect, or a structural engineer. A draftsperson can sometimes draw up plans for new construction, but they more often work from approved plans for alterations or to provide 3D drawings. Architects are usually the best option for standard residential construction projects. Structural engineers might be necessary for custom home builds or for alterations that could affect your home’s structural integrity. Draftsmen cost the least of the three, followed by architects and then structural engineers.

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