Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1986
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Warranties offered
"We needed countertop cut to put in a new appliance. The craftsmen were super fast, did great work, and cleaned up afterward. Highly recommend!"
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
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Warranties offered
"Excellent service and did a fantastic job fixing the countertop seam"
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Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Customers say: Quick response
"Manny did an amazing job repairing my quartz countertops. I am extremely pleased with the results. Manny was also friendly, courteous and reliable. I would highly recommend him!!!"
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
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Emergency services offered
"Very good experience . Responsive and professional. We needed our soapstone countertop modified to accept a new stove."
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Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1953
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Warranties offered
"After years of painting our home it was time to move up to a better solution. After searching the Better Business Bureau for local companies Krumwiede Home Pros stood out. They were top rated with 0 complaints. We were even able to initiate contact for a quote through the BBB. Michael was our salesperson and he was upfront and honest in capabilities and pricing. The pricing was so great we even upgraded to an insulated vinyl siding and we were still under what others quoted. We then met with Ross the production manager who went over every aspect of the job with us. This was great because we worked out any issues ahead of time. There were no surprises and we were all on the same page. The 2 gentlemen who came to do the work were great also. They showed up on time and worked hard everyday. They never left a mess and were easy to communicate with. We are very happy with the whole experience and our house looks awesome! Thanks Krumwiede Home Pros we are happy we met you!"
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Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
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Emergency services offered
"We had a great experience working with Top Bros construction and remodeling. They fully removed our tile and wood flooring and installed LVP that we had provided. They also installed new trim and baseboards throughout, which look great. They were timely and efficient. We are very happy with the outcome!"
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Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
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"My overall experience with this company was exceptional. I compared six quotes when refinishing my kitchen and bathroom. Chicago home solutions group was by far and away the most professional and the overall best value. The finished product can best be described as amazing and Wow! I would recommend this company to anyone. This company truly cares about its customers and the outcome of the services they provide."
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1967
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Emergency services offered
"I had a great experience with the DeBartolo family. Terry understands that customers are concerned with budget but also want quality work. That being said, we spent a hefty amount...but a lot of work needed to be done. I didn’t shop around much because once I met Terry I was sold. We communicated back and forth for a while until we came up with a new design and game plan for the kitchen. Terry provides a list of trusted vendors, which we mostly stuck to. They work Monday-Friday 7am-3pm, are polite and professional, do quick and quality work, and clean up every day before they leave. Once they started to work on the house they found many structural problems (apparently our house was thrown together quickly in the 80s). They did their best to do corrective work that fit into our budget. They gutted the kitchen to the studs, updated and improved the electrical, and installed the flooring and cabinets. They repaired many things in the house that needed attention. We now have beautiful cabinets and granite countertops as well as uniform flooring throughout the main level. They are very experienced and deal with permits, Village codes, and inspections so you don’t have to. They get great contractor discounts as well. I would recommend them to anyone who needs work done. My new kitchen is perfect."
Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1976
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Warranties offered
"Frank and his crew were wonderful! They took our 35 year old kitchen with dark, outdated cabinets, awful tile, no space for a microwave and gave us a bright, beautiful, convenient kitchen that we absolutely love. It is a world of difference! They painted the cabinets a beautiful light grey & installed new cabinet hardware, installed new subway wall tiles and new white countertops with integrated sink, converted a pantry cabinet with pull-out drawers, and modernized the cabinet base, all within a very tight timeframe and at a comfortable price. They worked with us on the inevitable plan revisions and made great suggestions, all with good humor and patience. They were terrific!"
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Serving North Chicago, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We are extremely pleased with the Sunroom we contracted Envy to build! Adam provided top notch customer service! He was great to work with and replied promptly to all our questions and provided expert advice on custom changes we wanted to make. Envy's construction team lead by Yancy was outstanding, and we couldn't be happier with the quality workmanship seen in the concrete work (Arturo), the carpentry (Gabriel & Luis), and the electrical install (Jacob). Everyone took pride in their work and it was a pleasure to have them working at our home!!!"
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Butcher block countertops come in three main styles, each offering a unique look and function. Flat grain, also known as face grain, showcases the natural wood patterns, giving your kitchen a modern and elegant appearance. Edge grain is made from long, narrow wood strips, making it sturdy and providing a consistent grain pattern. End grain features a checkerboard pattern that is highly durable and perfect for heavy food preparation. Each style caters to different aesthetic preferences and usage needs, enhancing your kitchen's look and functionality.
With proper care, wood countertops can last anywhere from 20 to 100 years. To keep yours looking like new, clean up spills immediately and reseal the surface regularly—ideally once a month in the first year, then twice a year after that. Regular maintenance helps preserve the wood's beauty and durability for decades.
Wood countertops aren't hard to maintain if you keep up with regular care. Simply clean them with mild soap and water after use and reseal them monthly during the first year (then twice a year afterward). Using a food-grade oil or sealant protects the wood from damage. With a bit of routine maintenance, your countertop will stay beautiful and durable.
Wood countertops are sanitary with proper care and maintenance. By sealing them with a food-grade sealant and cleaning them regularly with mild soap and water, you create a barrier that prevents bacteria from getting into the wood. Always dry the surface thoroughly after cleaning to keep it hygienic and safe for food prep.
It's best to oil raw wood countertops once a month during the first year. After that, you can oil them twice yearly to keep them in good shape. If your countertop is professionally stained or sealed, you might not need to oil it as often. Regular oiling helps prevent drying and cracking, preserving the wood's natural beauty and durability.
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