
Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Happy with ceiling work. Other additional work done, not so happy about."





Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Happy with ceiling work. Other additional work done, not so happy about."




Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I found Above and Beyond Construction to be very responsive and professional. Their work was also done very well. They started and finished their work when scheduled and did a great job. I didn't realize how bad our old front porch was until Above and beyond rebuilt us a new one and it looks beautiful. We get a lot of compliments on our new front porch and we enjoy relaxing on it almost every day.
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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Eddie patched two areas in the ceiling. You cannot tell. He identified additional areas that needed to be repaired (and stayed with the original estimate), carefully inserted the patches, applied multiple layers of joint compound and a layer of tape, patiently allowing the joint compound to dry between each layer, sanded and applied prime paint over the area. He was neat and cleaned up during and after the project was finished. He was honest in his appraisal and sincere in his desire that I be satisfied with the job. Highly recommend him."





Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The ladies arrived on time...
I showed the around the house and gave instructions as to what I wanted done.
They went to work immediately!
Basically, Bathrooms (2) Sanitized
Rooms Dusted and Vacuumed
Kitchen - Wipe down of counters and appliances
I was extremely surprised that they even washed the dishes, which I was not expecting!
They also cleaned each ceiling fan... which I didn't even think about.
All my hard floors were swept and mopped.
They also vacuumed the stairs leading up to the bedrooms and the stairs leading to the basement wreck room!
They worked hard and fast!
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+17

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"This was my second large project with Jack and his team. They do amazing work. See photo of the ceiling and built-ins they installed as part of a renovation of this 1927 home."

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Our bedroom ceiling caved in recently. Needless to say, it was quite a mess with insulation debris and drywall pieces everywhere. Taulant responded quickly through Angie’s List after I requested a quote and called me right away. He was courteous, came by the next day to inspect, and gave us a very competitive quote. We hired him, and he and his brother did a great job. They showed up on time, were discreet and professional, and finished the ceiling repair, drywall, and painting in two and a half days. Communication was smooth, and we were very happy with the results. Minimal paperwork made the process easy. The ceiling looks great, and they handled all the debris and cleaned up afterwards. I would highly recommend Taulant for any drywall job and greatly appreciate the awesome work he and his brother did for us."

Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They arrived exactly when we planned & because it was my first time using them, the owner (Elliot) came in, walked through the house, and ensured they knew exactly what needed to be done. Their work was incredibly thorough including getting out a ladder to clean ceiling fan blades. I'm also pretty sure they mopped every floor surface twice, as well as got to every surface no matter how high (like armories and 42" kitchen cabs). This may sound silly, but I also noticed they emptied and refilled the water/soap bucket often, so dirty water was always discarded. The cleaning women were efficient and seemed to get into every corner. My house feels about as sparkling as I think it ever could be. The owners of the company are a mother and son team and they clearly take pride in their professional approach with clients, as well as the training they give their employees and the job that is ultimately done. I think I'm tough to please, and I would highly recommend this business."


Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
House Cleaning business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!





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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"After searching for months for someone to convert our loft into a nursery with no luck, we came across The Handy Veteran, and could not be happier with the finished product! Kevin and Tito were very professional to work with. We felt comfortable allowing them into our home and were very impressed by their work ethic. We would 100% recommend this company to anyone looking to have home renovations done, and hope to work with them again in the future on any projects that may arise. Thanks again!"





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Serving Waukegan, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Mario was GREAT to work with. He was personable and honest and the quality of work excellent. His crew painted the exterior of an over 125 year old wooden house that was in bad shape and it looks wonderful. His crew also painted the interior ceilings of my house that had water damage in two different areas. His crew were quiet clean and respectful taking great care and making sure everything was completely to my satisfaction. Will only be using Mars Painting in the future."





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A drop ceiling is a type of secondary ceiling that is dropped down below the actual ceiling of a room, hence the name. It’s made up of ceiling tiles (made of fiberboard, foam, wood, metal, or plastic) supported by a metal grid. The space between the drop ceiling and the structural ceiling can be used to hide wiring, pipes, and HVAC ducts.
Most drop ceiling installations take about two to three days, including the time needed to build the grid frame, install it, and place each ceiling tile properly. Your installation might take more time if you need to modify plumbing, HVAC ducts, or electrical wiring to accommodate the new ceiling.
Most drop ceilings require a clearance of at least three inches from the structural ceiling, though you’ll likely need more than that to make space for pipes, ducts, lights, fans, sprinklers, or wiring. In many places, building codes require a minimum ceiling height of seven feet, which can limit the amount of clearance you’ll have between your drop ceiling and structural ceiling.
Yes, you can paint a drop ceiling, but it’s not always recommended. Painting a drop ceiling can sometimes void your warranty because using improper paint or technique can cause the tiles to sag. Paint can also negatively affect the fire resistance, soundproofing, and light reflection of the panels. Consider these downsides before taking on ceiling painting costs.
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