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Sizzle Home Staging
5.0(
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Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

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We are a home staging firm with a distinguished reputation servicing properties throughout the greater Chicago metropolitan area.\n\nWe began offering home staging services to realtors in the northern Chicago suburbs. The company quickly grew via word of mouth referrals and now stages nearly 400 properties / units a year. Our warehouse in downtown Chicago houses our expansive inventory of furnishings (e.g., couches, chairs, tables, rugs, art, and accessories). With our seasoned crew of staging professionals and fleet of trucks, we can meet most staging timelines - allowing you to list sooner and sell faster!\n\nWhether you have a studio apartment, multi-unit property, or new construction estate, we'll help you achieve a clean contemporary look to appeal to today's buyers. Our design team strikes the right balance between aesthetics and function so that your buyer can easily envision how they would live in the property. \n

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Anthony Alioto contracting
New to Angi

Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I have owned Alioto contracting for 30 years . I have built school, factory, and residential . Flooring g ,concrete, drywall, painting, ect.\nMany return customers for over 25 plus years . Plumbing, electrical, drywall, flooring, concrete, and much more free estimate.

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Handy Hands
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Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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Hi neighbor! My name is Ryan, and I’ve been working as a handyman for the past 5 years, building on a wide range of hands-on experience along the way. I take pride in delivering quality work and making sure every job is completed the right way—no shortcuts, no loose ends.\nWhen you invite someone into your home, trust matters. I focus on clear communication, attention to detail, and making sure your vision is fully brought to life. No task is left unfinished, and no concern goes unaddressed.

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Berger's Table Pad Factory
4.8(
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Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Order arrived quickly - all in good condition. Have been using them for quite a while now. I love that the pieces lock together magnetically - so no sliding around. You can choose your colors: top and bottom. You do the measuring - they have instructions on how to do that - and it is very simple. Their order department was very accommodating when I called. Would definitely order from them."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Affordable Painting Services
4.6(
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Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Couldn't have been more pleased!  Very professional and got right to it.  The Wall Switch that was removed, you never would have known there was one there, excellent job. The Ceiling repair, was our biggest concern, done wonderfully.  Very Happy with the outcome of this Project.... Might even have him come back to do some other Projects in the Future.  He's quite the HandyMan!!!Would definitely recommend Alan and his sidekick Geno to anyone!!! """FANTABULOUS""""
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
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Serving Dekalb, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"It is a waste of money. The great majority of people are not going to find any value out of the service. If you need design consultation, you need a full service consultation. If you already have knowledge and experience, and you just need to get a few ideas, then you don't need to pay for that. You can just get a magazine or a book since you already have the knowledge of basic designs in your head or a little bit of experience. To have someone call you and give you information over the phone, you are not getting the personal service that you need. You may as well take the money $49 and apply it to something else like getting someone else to come out and give you the service that you need. Because, you are not getting much, you are not getting anything at all. They are going to have you do the work. After talking to them and I was talking to other home designers, I found out that that was a waste of time and waste of money. I gave them a C because they didn't fail at what they do but they don't offer any value for what they do. There's not much value to it. The cost was fair. They didn't do a terrible job and the cost isn't terrible, it was only $49. It just has a very low value. For responsiveness I gave them a B because they will answer your phone and answer your emails."
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FAQs for design and decorating projects in Dekalb, IL

Start by defining your goals and budget. Collect photos of rooms you love, jot down must-have features, and list what isn’t working in your current space. Share these details—and your target budget—during the first meeting. The clearer you are, the quicker a designer can translate your vision into a workable plan and keep costs in check.

Yes, working with an interior designer can help you save money. Designers prevent costly missteps, secure trade discounts on furniture and finishes, and coordinate the project so you don’t pay twice for the same work. Their upfront fee often pays for itself in avoided change orders, tighter timelines, and materials purchased at below-retail pricing.

A full interior design project wraps up in two to three months, on average, while a decorating job takes four to eight weeks. Timelines stretch if you add structural changes, custom millwork, or specialty materials, and unexpected shipping or permit delays can tack on extra days. Talk with your designer about project milestones and build in a little wiggle room.

Interview at least three pros whose portfolios match your style. Review their credentials and ask for references. During a face-to-face or virtual meeting, discuss your goals, budget, and timeline, and make sure their communication style and fee structure feel comfortable. The right designer combines technical know-how with a creative approach that clicks with you.

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