Andy’s Professional Remodeling offers a full home remodeling and renovating service in the Chicago Area. Andy has over 30 years of experience in the industry, eventually founding his independently owned and operated business in 2002, specializing in kitchen & bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, flooring/tiling, painting, in addition to using licensed subcontractors for electrical and plumbing services.
Where to start, first off we started with Andy to demolish an existing bath and it was apparent that his attention to detail and desire to get every detail right was a terrific fit for us. Since we were on a really tight budget, we supplied allot of the materials and Andy and his crew did the rest. Andy was the consummate professional, and once we were on his schedule he stuck with it. Even after we had some damaged cabinets and a broken window that delayed the job, Andy stuck with it and worked with us to get back to the project just as quick as possible. He wants the customer to be happy, so if he sees something, he'll let you know and suggest an alternative. He has an eye for details, a terrific work ethic and he is very fair with his pricing, often suggesting ways to save on the project. I am an engineer by training and have some years of experience in the trades, so I've seen my fair share of contractors over the years, and I have to say Andy is one of the very best I've ever worked with. He will be back to do some more work on our house next year. IT WOULD BE IMPOSSIBLE TO OVERSTATE HOW HAPPY I AM WITHTHE WORK ANDY AND HIS CREW DID FOR US!!!!
Description of Work: Andy and his stellar crew demolished our old half bath, rebuilt it adjacent to another bathroom, demolished our old kitchen, reconfigured the layout and installed new cabinets and backsplash provided by me. I COULD NOT BE HAPPIER WITH THIER WORK!!!!!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000
Michele S.
09/2013
4.0
handyman service, woodworking
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All the damages were repaired by filling in the holes sanding and painting with Kilz and our extra house paint. Looks very nice
Description of Work: Woodpeckers had damaged our home
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Rahman R.
07/2013
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
Overall the project went really well. I was impressed by Andy's commitment and hard work. He was punctual and responsive to our needs. His initial quote was very reasonable. When the project started we decided to make few design changes. He accomodated our changes without much complaining. One area I think where Andy can improve to be little more aware of customer's expectation and be responsive to that. One example is, we told Andy what color of grout we wanted to go with tiles; instead of picking up the material from Ace (which is 5 mins from my house), he asked my wife to come from work and drop it off. This could very much be due to miscommunication as well, but our expectation was he'd take care of such things. Overall, I would definitely recommend Andy. He completed our project on time and cleaned up everything after work.
Excellent. Everything was as he quoted and he did a tremendous job. I was very happy with the finished product. I recommend him to anybody. Even though he is listed on Angie's List in the Chicago market he is willing to work in some parts of Wisconsin.
Description of Work: He removed wallpaper, put up new drywall, painted the interior 1700 sq. ft. house, placed ceramic tile floors in the bathrooms, installed crown moldings, and refinished 1500 sq. ft. of hardwood floors all within six weeks.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000
Michelle D.
02/2013
5.0
remodeling, woodworking
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Overall the quality of work that Andy and his team performed on both jobs was excellent. His actual work came in slightly below the estimates and his labor and material costs were very reasonable. I have additional remodeling projects planned in the future and based on my two experiences to date, I will not hesitate to have Andy's team perform these jobs.
Description of Work: I have recently hired Andy Szul on two separate occassions to perform some remodeling to my house. The first job was to install chair rail modeling in my dining room. The second job was to install interior french doors to a formal living room (which I use as an office), wood molding and a build a custom transom window above the french doors which matches the transom window above my front door. Andy's team saved me approx. $300 on the custom transom window alone from what ordering a "made to fit, custom" transom would have cost ordering from companies which special in transom windows.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
Jim S.
01/2013
5.0
ceramic tile, interior painters, home remodeling
+ 1 more
This was our first remodeling experience using a contractor. Andy was easy to contact for the initial estimate, and provided a price combined with excellent Angie's List reviews that couldn't be beat by several other contractors and companies that we contacted. We had to learn patience with the scheduling of a start date, but once we had our date things progressed smoothly and quickly. Andy had several helpers at various times, and all the work was completed ahead of schedule and within budget. Per initial agreement, most installed materials and fixtures were provided by us, and although all debris was removed to the garage, disposal was to be done by us, also. We broke down the old fixtures and were able to send it out with regular garbage pick-up over a few weeks. A few issues were encountered during the work, including a last-minute moving of the vanity to accommodate a larger vanity top, and some issues with the tub/shower plumbing. These were handled by Andy and his crew quickly and easily, at least from our perspective. Post-work, a couple small issues arose (leaking tub faucet, which was a manufacturer's issue, and some cosmetic issues with silicone caulking). These issues were fixed relatively quickly by Andy, with no additional charges. Overall, we're very happy with the bathroom, and the completed work very much met our expectations. The only real issue we encountered was that, after the initial email contact for an estimate, emails to Andy were often not answered in a timely matter, if at all. If I offered one piece of constructive criticism to Andy it would be to either prioritize email inquiries so customers don't feel ignored, or hire someone to take care of emails and scheduling. Phone calls were nearly always answered immediately, or return calls made quickly if no initial answer. Even texts were responded to or resulted in a call back in a timely fashion. Given this, make no mistake that Andy provided an excellent remodeling experience and is very highly recommended, and we're sure to use him again for smaller and larger projects as we have need.
Description of Work: Bathroom remodel consisting of the following: Remove existing plastic tub and plastic surround and existing shower/tub fixtures Remove existing vanity top and sink fixtures Remove existing wall mirror above vanity Remove existing lighting Remove all hardware from walls Install new steel/porcelain bath Install new cement board Install new tiles on shower walls Install new shower fixtures Install new vanity top Move and center old cabinet to fit new vanity top. Install new lighting Paint all walls and ceiling
This was the 2nd time we had Andy and his team do work for us. We had them do a major overhaul on the entire main floor of our home. We had hardwood flooring installed, new baseboards painted and installed, and painting. Additionally, we had another provider install new kitchen countertops and had Andy do the required plumbing. From beginning to end, Andy and his team were extremely professional. Their attention to detail is amazing. They work from the time they arrive until they leave and left the house in livable condition each night. Everything was finished on time, within budget and looks beautiful! I have recommended Andy to several neighbors and co-workers and we are planning to use him again next year for the next phase of our home remodeling.
Description of Work: Main floor hardwood flooring installed. Included tear out of existing carpet, and hardwood. New baseboards painted and installed. Painting of family room, kitchen and formal dining room. Installation of garbage disposal and plumbing re-work due to new countertop/sink installation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Catherine C.
10/2012
5.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
Andy was very responsive from my first inquiry through the completion of the job. His price was fair and competitive. It took a little him more time than anticipated because of the plumbing they found when they opened the ceiling, he did not raise his price for the extra time, he honored his estimate, which I found to be rare and very much appreciated! Andy and his team arrived on time and were professional throughout. They are very detail oriented and meticulous. They took the time to make sure all appliances, furniture, cabinets, flooring etc were protected while they worked. Their repair on the ceiling looks amazing! My husband could not believe it! There is not the slightest hint of the old fixture (which was huge, off center and ugly). Their paint job on the ceiling is immaculate, they took the time to do it right! We were very happy and felt comfortable having Andy and his team in our home. We are so impressed, that we have already booked him to install wood flooring on the entire first floor and do some additional painting.
Description of Work: We had the lighting re-done in the kitchen. Removed the old fixture. Installed can lights and hanging pendants. Re-wired the light switches and added dimmers. Repaired and painted the ceiling.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
JACINTA T.
09/2012
5.0
handyman service, hardwood floor, home remodeling
+ 1 more
Wonderful job from start to finish. There were no hidden surprises. Would highly recommend Andy.
Description of Work: Andy did a great job installing hardwood floors on about 1000 square feet and on stairway. He also completely remodeled a small bath. Andy has a very good eye for design and gave us some very good suggestions. The floors were not easy to install because of the flow of the house as well as the hardwood itself, but Andy did a great job with it. The bathroom also turned out beautifully. Andy completed the job in the timeframe he said he would. We got several quotes from other highly rated Angie's List contractors, but Andy's was the best. We chose him not just because of the price but because of his attention to detail and his willingness to work with us. The price includes labor and materials. We definitely plan on using Andy for other jobs!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,500
Michael H.
07/2012
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Andy quoted a very reasonable rate, and completed the work as promised. The job was very challenging, as the wiring had to go around a number of existing switches & conduit. Andy also took the little steps that really made a difference, including drop cloths for furniture, and plastic on carpets to prevent dirt. I would definitely recommend Andy for any home improvement project, and plan to use him in the future.
Description of Work: We hired Andy to install 4 can lights and 3 accent lights in our kitchen, as well as a fan in our living room. He installed dimmers with the lights/fan. He patched all holes, and had the walls ready for painting.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
Jane P.
06/2012
5.0
electrician, woodworking
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Since Andy was located near my home and had good ratings on Angie's List, I decided to give him a call. So glad I did! I just needed a few outlets wired in my unfinished basement. Andy and his crew did a great job! He arrived when he said that he would and finished the job in the estimated timeframe. Very courteous and professional! He added a breaker to the panel and ran all the lines in conduit. I won't hesitate to call him again next time I need work done in my home.
Description of Work: I asked Andy to install 3 outlets in my unfinished basement. He installed a new breaker in the panel and ran all lines in conduit like the original builder.
All went very well. Andy is not only professional, but a pleasant person as well. His knowledge saved me from hiring both a plumber and carpenter. After reading others comments about Andy I requested an estimate to see if I could have only one person take care of everything. Initially I called 2 plumbers for quotes on that part only, but then noticed from his profile that maybe Andy could handle my plumbing and the other misc. carpentry work I needed done too. So I only asked Andy to come for an in person estimate. When he provided an estimate for both plumbing and carpentry tasks, I thought he was the most reasonable and matched what my family/friends told me it should cost me vs. what the 2 other phone quotes told me. With that said, I hired Andy on the spot for both plumbing and carpentry. THINGS I LIKED: 1. Andy showed up on time for both the estimate appt. day and the day of work, which is rare compared to previous experience with others I had previously hired for work at my house. 2. The cost was as estimated (nothing more) and he charged by the job, not by an hourly rate (which can end up costing a fortune if a worker is slow). 3. Andy seemed very honest, caring, and wanted to ensure I was happy and approved of his work. A person who really cares about providing good, quality service to their clients. 4. I was injured and awaiting surgery, but wanted to move a few things out of the way for Andy to do his job. Injury wasn't going to stop me, but Andy saw me attempting to do this and was kind enough to offer to help me lift/move a couple items. 5. Prior to leaving, I decided to ask for a quote on a future job as long as Andy was at my house. He gave me a quote and took time to explain to me what would be involved for the estimate for removing a bathroom vanity and installing the new one. This was very helpful and will be useful info when I start shopping for that project. I would absolutely hire Andy again. And, I got multiple cards from him so I could give them to friends and family as needed too. Great Guy!
Description of Work: I needed assistance with both plumbing and carpentry. Plumbing = 1. Toilet wouldn't stop running. Thought it needed new flapper, valve or both. Wasn't sure. Needed a knowledgable person to investigate for me to ensure I only replaced what was actually needed. 2. Handheld shower head previously installed by a family member was leaking badly. Needed to be removed, and resealed correctly. Carpentry = 1. Needed a couple new door knobs installed. (originals were already removed by painters) 2, Needed a wall crack repaired in the kitchen. 3. Have a multi-door cabinet above washer and dryer that I noticed slanting downward on one side. Needed a qualified person to investigate the problem and make sure secure so it would not fall off the wall.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$255
Margaret G.
02/2012
5.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
Since I like the sophisticated look of the ceiling crown moldings, I have decided to ask Andy to install the molding in my living , and dining rooms. Andy has found available time and he came in to my house. Now the crown moldings are installed. It looks absolutely gorgeous The appearance of the rooms has change significantly from plain to graceful, and stylish. Andy has help me to design the molding to best dress the rooms. His work as before was neat and tasteful.As I really pay attention to the details and neatness of work, Andy’s work was done just perfect. I don’t think anybody would make a better job.Andy has also painted both rooms , so both areas are looking renewed and fresh. Thank you Andy for the great job.
Description of Work: Since I like the sophisticated look of the ceiling crown moldings, I have decided to ask Andy to install the molding in my living , and dining rooms. Andy has found available time and he came in to my house. Now the crown moldings are installed. It looks absolutely gorgeous The appearance of the rooms has change significantly from plain to graceful, and stylish. Andy has help me to design the molding to best dress the rooms. His work as before was neat and tasteful.As I really pay attention to the details and neatness of work, Andy’s work was done just perfect. I don’t think anybody would make a better job.Andy has also painted both rooms , so both areas are looking renewed and fresh. Thank you Andy for the great job.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500
Rhonda L.
02/2012
5.0
hardwood floor, interior painters
+ 0 more
I’ve been putting off this work for nearly two years dreading the interruption, but Andy and team made it virtually painless. They took great care in moving and replacing furniture and other belongings. They pay incredible attention to detail. The new floors look terrific… they didn’t just paint, but meticulously patched and repaired every problem area before painting. They proved polite, professional, and extremely patient when I had a “change”… OK, a couple of changes. All-in-all, a very good experience!
Description of Work: Andy and team removed carpet, installed hardwood floors and painted the entire interior of my home which is four stories high and includes a two story loft area.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000
Jolanta K.
01/2012
5.0
home remodeling, woodworking
+ 0 more
After giving us an estimate and signing a contract he was ready to go on the day that was scheduled. With our first bathroom the work took a little bit longer because it turned out that we had to change the floor and the walls because they had water damage. After that the installation of the ceramic tiles when smoothly. Upstairs was a complete remodel. There were no suprises and it was done within a week. We are very satisfied with Andy's work and we would recommend him to anyone that need any work done around the house.
Description of Work: Andy first completely remodeled our downstairs bathroom. That included floors, walls, all the plumbing, installation of all the cabinets, bathtub, and ceramic tiles. We where very satisfied with his work, he was very punctual. He preformed his work neatly and everyday he cleaned up after himself. We where so happy with the work that he did for us that we hired him again in 2011 to remodel our upstairs adding a bathroom and a bedroom. He did all the framing, drywall, plumbing, painting, and instalation of ceramic tiles. Again the work was done very neatly and according to our blueprints.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Margaret G.
01/2012
5.0
home remodeling, woodworking
+ 0 more
I had hired Andy to remodel my kitchen a few months ago. There was a lot to be done. I wanted him to remove existing kitchen cabinets, remove the existing soffits because I wanted to install new 36”tall cabinets, and install a new kitchen sink and faucet. Also some of the electrical work had to be done. There were a lot of challenges after he has removed the existing soffits and some hidden pipes appeared, but he did a great job placing them into the wall and ceiling. He then installed about 40 wall and floor cabinets. I had also ordered a crown molding that Andy installed on top of my kitchen cabinets. Andy did a great job doing this project. I love the look of my cabinets now; Andy paid attention to all details. His work was very neat and detailed. The clear –cut of the moldings wrapped up the cabinets’ beautifully. Besides his great work, he is very honest, clean and organized. Every day he was in my house on a scheduled time. I love the fact that he is very precise. His work is accurate and exact. I also liked the pricing for the project. Andy shows extreme professionalism in his work. I would definitely refer Andy to do any remodeling or construction job. Margaret
Description of Work: I had hired Andy to remodel my kitchen a few months ago. There was a lot to be done. I wanted him to remove existing kitchen cabinets, remove the existing soffits because I wanted to install new 36”tall cabinets, and install a new kitchen sink and faucet. Also some of the electrical work had to be done.
All of the jobs Andy completed for me went wonderfully. I have never had a problem with him or his work both during and after completion. Andy is a trustworthy and dependable professional who is always a pleasure to work with. He does high quality work efficiently and at a great price. In addition to his technical skills, Andy has a wonderful design aesthetic. Keeping what I wanted in mind, he created an elegant and modern look that I get complements on every time I have people over. Andy truly is a "handyman" who I would recommend to anyone who needs work done on their home.
Description of Work: I hired Andy to do remodel my basement after getting very reasonable numbers from his estimate. He did the insulation, drywall, painting, electrical work, etc. and also created a bathroom down there for which he and his team of workers did all the work--including the plumbing and flooring. Since then, he has been my go-to guy for any work I need done. He has also remodeled my kitchen and upstairs bathroom, installed hardwood flooring, and has done various smaller jobs for me such as installing new light fixtures and fixing a problem I used to have with my plumbing.
All of interactions with Andy from start to finish were pleasant and professional. He always arrived with his team on time and did the day's required work efficiently. After the estimate, Andy gave me a time frame for how long the job would take. Andy finished all of the tasks in the time he initially gave me. This is not to say he rushed, because each job was done properly and precisely. All of the materials he purchased for the job (which were stated in the contract) were of good quality and used properly. Throughout his work, Andy was always flexible with decisions and frequently offered his advice for the job. He has an elegant taste in home design, which proved useful while working on my home. Overall, my interactions with Andy were spectacular and his pricing was reasonable. He shows extreme professionalism in his work and his taste regarding home design is very helpful. I frequently recommend Andy to any friends and colleagues who are considering remodeling.
Description of Work: Andy came to our house and refinished our basement. He also remodeled the first floor of our home. In the basement, he and his team did the framework and installed the insulation. They also did all of the electrical work and wiring. We had them put in a bathroom in the basement which included tile work on the floor and walls, installing a bathtub, sink and toilet. They completed all of the plumbing work for these jobs as well. In the main area of the basement, Andy and his team installed wood paneling on the walls and a drop ceiling. He also installed closets in the basement, complete with sliding doors. The crawl-space area was also refinished and sliding doors were installed there as well. On the main floor, we had Andy install all of the new appliances (refrigerator, microwave, oven, stove) as well as new kitchen cabinets and counter-tops. He also completed all of the electrical work for these jobs. In between the family room and kitchen, Andy installed a beautiful arch supported by nine-foot columns. Also in the family room, Andy put in a massive granite fireplace that spans from the floor to ceiling with a wood shelf at eye-level. Throughout the entire main floor, Andy installed crown-molding between the walls and ceilings. He also did all of the lighting fixtures on the entire floor including hanging lights and canister lights. Andy and his team also installed wood flooring on the entire floor. This was done impressively without any spacing between the individual floorboards. He also put in baseboards that lie between the flooring and walls. On both the basement and first floor, Andy did all of the painting and detailing, which included walls, ceilings, columns, and doors.
The entire project went great and was broken into two segments: the upstairs including two baths and the downstairs including the kitchen, half bath and laundry room. Andy can do everything and works on a daily basis with his sidekick Walter and brings in specialists if needed. Andy and his associates are extremely trustworthy, friendly and a pleasure to work with. He works efficiently, is always on time, does a nice job cleaning up and does great work. He is also creative in solving unexpected problems and accommodates changes with a smile. As you can tell, we are very pleased with Andy and his work. PS: the spending amount above only includes Andy's services.
Description of Work: Andy remodeled our kitchen, two and one half baths and laundry room including tile, installed new doors and door and floor moldings throughout the house, removed old wallpaper, repaired walls with new plaster board or skim coats where necessary, and painted the entire four bedroom home.
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Service Categories
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
General Remodeling,
Handyman Services,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Electrical,
Ceramic Tile,
Interior Painting,
Drywall,
Basement Remodeling,
Plumbing,
Doors,
Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation
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Andy's Professional Remodeling offers the following services: Basement finishing, kitchen & bath remodeling, hardwood floors, carpentry, painting & tiles, electrical & plumbing, home maintenance & repair.