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Aguirre's Remodeling, LLC

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Aguirre's Remodeling, LLC

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

My HANDYMAN is your one stop shop for all of your REMODEL AND REPAIR NEEDS! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

"Santos was on time, on budget and reliable. He put in a new, larger window and installed a new toilet. I plan to hire him again to install a security door."

Christine P on July 2021

My HANDYMAN is your one stop shop for all of your REMODEL AND REPAIR NEEDS! We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call today!

"Santos was on time, on budget and reliable. He put in a new, larger window and installed a new toilet. I plan to hire him again to install a security door."

Christine P on July 2021


All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
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All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025


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Red Chicago Inc.

5.00(
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Red Chicago Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
12 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Called Red Chicago initially for adding two new electrical lines to where I wanted to replace my gas water heaters with electric ones. Dave informed me that he could do all the work and was quick to visit the work site and get me an estimate that same day. The work was professionally done and both the plumbers and electrician were very good in what they did. The job site was cleaned up when they left and everything is working well. I would definitely use Dave and Red Chicago Inc. again."

Daniel W on June 2025

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Called Red Chicago initially for adding two new electrical lines to where I wanted to replace my gas water heaters with electric ones. Dave informed me that he could do all the work and was quick to visit the work site and get me an estimate that same day. The work was professionally done and both the plumbers and electrician were very good in what they did. The job site was cleaned up when they left and everything is working well. I would definitely use Dave and Red Chicago Inc. again."

Daniel W on June 2025


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YB Paint

4.74(
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YB Paint

4.74(
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Customers say: True professional
43 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!. If you are looking for cheap jobs, don't call me. If you want jobs in perfect quality and excellent finishes, you already have my number. If you want to see more projects you can enter my page ybconstruction.org or my instagran @ybconstruction_corp

"Very reliable professional and honest"

Ramin G on October 2025

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!. If you are looking for cheap jobs, don't call me. If you want jobs in perfect quality and excellent finishes, you already have my number. If you want to see more projects you can enter my page ybconstruction.org or my instagran @ybconstruction_corp

"Very reliable professional and honest"

Ramin G on October 2025


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Budget Construction

3.35(
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Budget Construction

3.35(
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432 local quotes requested
49 years of experience

We can answer all of your design, installation and remodeling concerns on custom home improvement. Dealing directly with owners; we will beat any competitive price. Our company was founded in 1976 and has been a family-owned and operated business ever since. Our goal is to make your home remodeling experience enjoyable while allowing you to appreciate the quality of our work for years to come. We provide all types of remodeling projects including kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, roofing, and siding. Basically, anything you need updated and remodeled in your home, we can help. All of your design, installation, and remodeling questions and concerns will be answered by one of our experienced and professional design specialists. At Budget Construction Company, we work directly with homeowners and will beat any legitimate price.

"Michael has not shown up for the 10am appointment per Giovanni who contacted me yesterday and scheduled the appointment. It is now 11am. No one call or follow up at all. Waited for an hour and no show. This is not how business works. Can't trust your company already since you can't even committee a simple appointment. Very disappointed and waisted my valuable time. Please don't call my number anymore. I would give no star but not an option. Highly NOT recommended!!"

Angel C on September 2025

We can answer all of your design, installation and remodeling concerns on custom home improvement. Dealing directly with owners; we will beat any competitive price. Our company was founded in 1976 and has been a family-owned and operated business ever since. Our goal is to make your home remodeling experience enjoyable while allowing you to appreciate the quality of our work for years to come. We provide all types of remodeling projects including kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, roofing, and siding. Basically, anything you need updated and remodeled in your home, we can help. All of your design, installation, and remodeling questions and concerns will be answered by one of our experienced and professional design specialists. At Budget Construction Company, we work directly with homeowners and will beat any legitimate price.

"Michael has not shown up for the 10am appointment per Giovanni who contacted me yesterday and scheduled the appointment. It is now 11am. No one call or follow up at all. Waited for an hour and no show. This is not how business works. Can't trust your company already since you can't even committee a simple appointment. Very disappointed and waisted my valuable time. Please don't call my number anymore. I would give no star but not an option. Highly NOT recommended!!"

Angel C on September 2025


All Pro Remodeling of Northern Chicago

3.75(
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All Pro Remodeling of Northern Chicago

3.75(
304
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Customers say: True professional
74 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Called Angie's lost got these guys for a minor floor repair. Signed paperwork paid a deposit and then I changed myind the next day. Ask for my return deposit minus the 10% charge. Never recieved ot now we are in court!! Do not trust these guys they are cheats and thieves!!"

Marcus V on August 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Called Angie's lost got these guys for a minor floor repair. Signed paperwork paid a deposit and then I changed myind the next day. Ask for my return deposit minus the 10% charge. Never recieved ot now we are in court!! Do not trust these guys they are cheats and thieves!!"

Marcus V on August 2025


Welcome to Top Hat Services, we look forward to discussing your home improvement project, please reach out to us anytime!



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Above & Beyond Construction

4.98(
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Above & Beyond Construction

4.98(
41
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 local quotes requested

In business since 1993, specializing in residential & commercial addition, build outs and all types of remodeling: bathrooms, kitchens, etc. References are available upon request and free estimates are always provided..We currently have 11 employees, though when appropriate, we use sub contractors. All tradesmen (carpenters, plumbers, HVAC specialists, electricians) are licensed with the state of Illinois. Welcome to Above & Beyond Construction, where we specialize in custom homes, additions, major renovations and whole house remodeling. Above & Beyond follows in the same core traditions and values since over two decades ago when the company was founded by owner Chester Sulewski. Today, we continue in that same tradition of superior custom design, exceptional quality, alongside a professional and courteous work ethic. Coupled with input and communication from our customers, we are able to meet our main goal: to accommodate your budget and lifestyle. Call today for the best!

"Above and Beyond Construction recently completed an almost whole-house renovation including a family room addition, a fully remodeled kitchen, relocated stairways, three bathrooms, and a finished basement. The addition seamlessly blends with the original spaces, making it feel like a natural extension of my home. The work is detailed and outstanding to the point that visitors do not know where the original 1911 house ends and the 2024 house begins. The highly skilled craftsmen matched the woodwork details of the original house to the new addition perfectly. Chester is easy to work with, has a positive outlook, and a good sense of humor. He will work with you to answer questions, provide suggestions, and address concerns throughout the renovation process. Above and Beyond transformed my little frame house from an outdated, decades-neglected, design and décor calamity left by the prior owners into an elegant space that honors tradition yet transcends centuries."

Debbie B on October 2024

In business since 1993, specializing in residential & commercial addition, build outs and all types of remodeling: bathrooms, kitchens, etc. References are available upon request and free estimates are always provided..We currently have 11 employees, though when appropriate, we use sub contractors. All tradesmen (carpenters, plumbers, HVAC specialists, electricians) are licensed with the state of Illinois. Welcome to Above & Beyond Construction, where we specialize in custom homes, additions, major renovations and whole house remodeling. Above & Beyond follows in the same core traditions and values since over two decades ago when the company was founded by owner Chester Sulewski. Today, we continue in that same tradition of superior custom design, exceptional quality, alongside a professional and courteous work ethic. Coupled with input and communication from our customers, we are able to meet our main goal: to accommodate your budget and lifestyle. Call today for the best!

"Above and Beyond Construction recently completed an almost whole-house renovation including a family room addition, a fully remodeled kitchen, relocated stairways, three bathrooms, and a finished basement. The addition seamlessly blends with the original spaces, making it feel like a natural extension of my home. The work is detailed and outstanding to the point that visitors do not know where the original 1911 house ends and the 2024 house begins. The highly skilled craftsmen matched the woodwork details of the original house to the new addition perfectly. Chester is easy to work with, has a positive outlook, and a good sense of humor. He will work with you to answer questions, provide suggestions, and address concerns throughout the renovation process. Above and Beyond transformed my little frame house from an outdated, decades-neglected, design and décor calamity left by the prior owners into an elegant space that honors tradition yet transcends centuries."

Debbie B on October 2024

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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

There are a few options if you miss a stud. You can simply patch the hole with spackle, sand it down, repaint it, and then find the stud—essentially starting over. If you don’t want to do that, you can insert one of the more robust drywall anchor options and hang your item on that, but that will only work if the drywall is in excellent condition and the anchor is rated for the weight of the item you’re hanging on it. You may be able to cover the hole with the object itself once it’s mounted, but it’s still recommended to at least fill the hole to protect insulation and prevent vermin from entering.  

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

Yes, you can hammer a nail into a wall stud. But before you do, it’s important to confirm that you’re actually nailing into a stud—and not wiring, pipes, or ductwork. To check, find a few more studs in the wall, then measure to make sure they’re either 16 or 24 inches apart.

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