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Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

Doors (Interior) - Install or Replace, Major Home Repairs (General Contractor), Seamless Metal Gutters - Install,

About us

Making Home Remodeling A More Enjoyable Experience

Business highlights

38 years of experience

Services we offer

aluminum windows, door replacement, doors, energy efficient windows, entry doors, exterior door installation, exterior home remodeling, fiberglass entry doors, fiberglass windows, french doors, french inswing patio door, gutter installation, gutter replacement, gutter screens, gutters, in-house custom finishing for entry doors, internal blinds, lap siding, mixed styles siding, paintable exterior doors, patio doors, siding, siding contractor, siding installation, stainable exterior doors, vertical siding, vinyl drop-in windows, vinyl patio doors, vinyl siding, vinyl siding replacement, vinyl windows, window installation, window replacement, windows, wood interior with aluminum clad exterior door, wood interior with aluminum clad exterior window, wood windows

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.9110 Reviews
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Showing 51-75 of 110 reviews
Judith B.
Dec 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They did a good job!
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Thank you very much, have a great new year. Also if you are on Facebook would you mind to follow our page please and write a review there as well?"


CAROLE M.
Nov 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,600
They gave me the Angie's List member discount. The work was awesome and they completed the job in a timely fashion. Don was wonderful and made sure everything was done right. I would highly recommend them.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Thank you for the great rating and response, we are glad we could help you out."


Andrea S.
Oct 2014
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400
unknown
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Thank you for the good rating!"


David G.
Sep 2014
1.0
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Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"First of all, I apologize to you if I offended you in my follow-up call. I do try to return all calls I receive to the customer, whether I can assist them or not. It was my understanding from the message that you needed roofing repairs and siding repairs from storm damage. Palatine did experience a terrible storm a few weeks ago and the damage was very extensive everywhere. We do not do any roofing at Lake Cook Exteriors and my company does not do siding repair work from storm damage. With the influx of calls from the recent storm I am sorry if I gave you a bad impression but I honestly could not take your project on for the scope of work that I do not perform."


KAREN V.
Sep 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,450
We're very happy with the service. Don was great in coordinating everything and making sure that all went well before and after the work was done. Carlos and Adam did a wonderful job with the gutter replacement. They were very thorough. You can tell that they were not rushing it just to get the job done but instead they took their time making sure that the work is as best as it can be. They were courteous, polite, and willing to answer any questions that we had. We're very impressed with their work and will definitely be using them again in the future.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Thank you for your feedback about our staff and crews. I will pass on your positive comments to Don and the guys. Thank you for your business!"


Byung K.
Jun 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
unknown
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Have a great new year in 2015, and thank you for your review. If you would like could you follow our page on Facebook, and write a review on there as well too."


MICHAEL S.
Jun 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,150
They quoted the job quickly and followed  up with the install quickly as well. One person completed the whole house in a day. I rated the cost as N/A because I did not get any other quotes, but assumed they were competitive based on the other reviews on Angie's list.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Thank you for your complimentary review about the window installation. We appreciate your comments! It is so nice to know we did a great job for you!"


Jeff S.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Don and the installation team did a great job coordinating the entire process, where the end result looks really great.

Rosemary H.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
This company is amazing!  This was the first time I used Angie's List to find a contractor and I will do it again and again.  Lake Cook Exteriors was immediately responsive to my call, came and did the estimate at the promised time (even if the weather didn't cooperate).  They did the work on time and left everything in great shape.  The new larger downspouts solved our overflowing gutter problem.  This is a wonderful company, they even reminded me to use the Angie's List coupon!
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Dear Mrs. [removed member name], We are very pleased that the services Lake Cook Exteriors completed at your house went so great for you. Thank you for the compliments - I will pass on to our staff! Karen Sheetz"


Terry B.
May 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600
FANTASTIC!  I am the type of person who puts a priority on respecting the schedule on my projects.  ON TIME DELIVERY is critical, an Lake Cook delivered!  From start to finish.  The second priority is QUALITY/WORKMANSHIP.  Absolutely first quality and pride in workmanship.  These folks are the real deal.  High quality standards all through the process.  They worked through the bad weather and got the job done, as the said they would.  Suppliers like Lake Cook Exteriors embody the professionalism and high level of quality not normally seen.  Highly recommended, experts, pride in workmanship, outstanding finished product.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Dear (member name removed), Thank you for your wonderful comments. You made my day! I will be sure to pass your letter on to our staff and installers because being commended on our job is so gratifying and means a lot to all of us. Thanks for your business. Karen and Bill Sheetz"


Pat Q.
Nov 2013
1.0
Contacted Lake Cook to obtain an estimate for a new entry door.  Spoke with Bill who was to email me a quote.
A week and a ½ passed and I had not heard anything so I called and left a message following up to see if the quote had been sent out. I did not receive a response.
Called again about a week later and spoke with a gentleman in the office. I told him that I had spoken will Bill and he was going to send an estimate. Gentleman took my information and said Bill would get back to me. I did not hear from Bill.  Called a third time a week later and spoke with a different gentleman. Relayed that Bill was supposed to provide an estimate and I had not heard from anyone at the company. During that call, found out that Bill is the owner of the company. I never heard from Bill or anyone else at Lake Cook.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"First of all, I want to thank you for your business. I know that you had good experience when you were dealing with Don on the gutters. I want to apologize for my failure to properly follow up with you. I am very sorry about what happened. I wanted to give you some explanation of what occurred with your estimate that perhaps led to your request for an estimate to “fall through the cracks”. This is not the norm or the usual way that Lake Cook Exteriors operates. At that time the pricing application that I use from Therma Tru was not working due to the new OSI operating system that was installed on the Ipad. I expected that the software should be operating within a week after . investing some time with their tech support. The following week our office computer was having serious. When the issues were resolved, we were busy trying to get caught up with all the daily work at our busiest time of the year. Again, your phone message had been overlooked after your third attempt. I know in hind sight that I should have returned your call even though there had been a long delay in making any sort of contact with you about your estimate. Again, I apologize. We process between 350 -400 leads a year and unfortunately I missed an opportunity to provide an estimate to you after you were already a customer due to problems that occurred with our office operations. I know that our company has had many excellent reviews on Angie’s list for our installations competed, our personal service and has been given the Super Service Award for a several years. I am sure those reports probably guided you to consider having us do your gutters. I thank you for your business and hope that my explanation will help to improve your feelings about Lake Cook Exteriors. Best regards, Bill Sheetz President"


Magnus V.
Aug 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
All went well no complaints . Quick and easy , not a big job .

Neil G.
Aug 2013
4.0
$600
Salesman was excellent ...... BUT when the workman came, there was a discrepancy in opinion between the salesman and workman on replacing some wood facia. The salesman then said he would send the workman out with cedar in his van, but this didn't happen - salesman said that the workman forgot to pick it up ...... so we had to re-arrange another date. The work done was generally very good and we are happy with it. However it's the small things that weren't done so well - workman left engine oil and dirt on our drievway and used brown sealant on black waste pipes. Could do better.

Tom T.
Jul 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300
Contacted Lake Cook Exteriors for an estimate on replacing our gutters - Don was quick with the estimate via email and followed up with a phone call to discuss it and answer any questions - he also was readily available for follow-up questions on several occasions. Once the contract was signed and the deposit paid, the job was completed within a week - they even worked on a Saturday to get the job done (there had been heavy rains & flooding around this time and apparently they had gotten a bit behind). But Marty showed up bright and early on Saturday morning, was pleasant, thorough and did a great job. Still waiting for a heavy rain to see how the gutters perform but I'm certain there will be no problem. Would hire them again in an instant and refer them to anyone.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Thank you for your comments. I will make sure that Marty, our installer, knows that you were happy with his workmanship."


FAYE B.
Jul 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I was impressed with the skill of the installer. The clean up for both the interior and exterior of my home was great. There was a manufacturing defect with one of the windows they made sure the manufacturer replaced the window and had it re- installed. Based on that experience the following year I had them replace a sliding glass door in my home. I was pleased with this as well.

Joann L.
May 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Don came out to check the gutters and gave me several options.  Once I made my decision, Don had his crew come out and do the work.  The next day, he followed up with a phone call to make sure I was happy with the work or had any questions.  Nice service.  I would definitely recomend them.

Barbara V.
May 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
Couldn't have gone better.  Excellent phone follow-up plus mailed estimate.  Gave us a day and time and installers arrived when expected.  Very professional, did an excellent job.  This is the 2nd time we've used Lake Cook Exteriors - we won't use anyone else and recommend them to our friends when they're thinking about doing this type of work.

Chip M.
May 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$940
Provided estimate in mid February.  Snow precluded earlier work - I was in no hurry.  Given several days notice when work was planned based on weather forecast.  Perfect color match.  Installer arrived at about 8:30AM - completed by noon.  Smooth work - no surprises.  Took the old stuff away.  Test was the mid-April deluge in Chicago area.  Handled it all uneventfully.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"We are pleased that your installation went well and most of all that your gutters proved to work perfectly in heavy rain. Thank you for your feedback."


Yong L.
Dec 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,986
Called Lake Cook Exteriors to give me an estimate to replace my years old gutters and down sprout.  They give me estimate in a week and the number was a lot lower than their competitors. I hired them immediately to replace my gutter, down sprout, including leaf guard for the whole house. With $100 discount as Angie's list member, I spent less than $2,000 to have a brand new gutter.
The crew came in on time and did not even bother me since they worked outside. They finished all their jobs in the morning and cleaned up all debris. I had a leaking front gutter before this repair, which was very annoying in heavy rains. Not a problem anymore after this work.

James G.
Sep 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
We had a very positive experience with Lake Cook Exteriors. Everyone was very clear, professional and did a great job. I didn't feel like I was being sold things I didn't need and feel that I got a good price for the work that was done.

Michael G.
Aug 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,300
Don's communication was timely, honest and thorough. The workers came exactly as scheduled and stayed exactly as long as predicted. The work was performed on time, the workers were courteous and cleaned up perfectly, and the results were exactly what we wanted. Highly Recommended!

John M.
Jul 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
Another contractor just gave me a price over the phone without looking at the work. Don came to my home and was able to point out to me work that was needed beyond my description and limited expertise. He was able to explain and demonstrate all that was needed. The work was completed in a timely and professional manner. I was given replacement samples and a list of references. I highly recommend Lake-Cook Exteriors.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Member - it was nice to talk with you on the phone and hear how happy you were with the installation. Thanks for the nice comments about the professional job that Don did for you. Don always gives 100% to his customers and I will pass on your comments to him. It is great to hear from our clients! Thank you."


Maria P.
Jun 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000
Overall they did a great job.  We received an estimate, but we had other work that needed to be done before we could proceed which delayed the siding project by 6-9 months.  Bill called us periodically to check on the status and was very patient with us during repeated delays.  Was also very patient with all of our questions and in assisting us with picking a color.  Provided us with addresses of several homes they had worked on so we could do drive-bys to see the siding products on a larger scale and this helped tremendously in deciding on a style and color.  Completed job in a very timely manner and clean-up was excellent.  Was very responsive in coming back to repair an area.  I would highly recommend this company.

Lou Z.
May 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500
I said everything above
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Thank you for your feedback about the staff, crew and installation completed! Appreciate your comments."


Jen S.
May 2012
1.0
We called with an inquiry on gutter and roof repair.  The owner cut me off pretty much instantly and told me he couldn't help me.  Can't imagine being that financially flush to not want business that much.  Would not recommend, unless you like working with rude people.
Response from Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc.

"Lake Cook Exteriors does not service the city of Chicago or install roofing. I briefly stated, not trying to be short, I could not help her with her project when I took the phone call."

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FAQ

Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc. is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc. offers free project estimates.
No, Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
No, Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc. does not offer emergency services.
No, Lake Cook Exteriors, Inc. does not offer warranties.