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Avatar for OWC Renovation & Repair
OWC Renovation & Repair
4.3(
100
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I really, really don't want to tell people about Old World Carpentry because I want to keep James all to myself. He's that good. He is incredibly responsive and he communicates, which is difficult to find in most contractors. He takes his time and is detail-oriented. He finds pleasure in restoring what's old so it looks new. I truly want to keep finding projects for him to do so we can keep him busy and not have to share him. Alas...I suppose someone else can have him for a week or two."
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Cabinet for Colonial revival house
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+47

Response time8 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Silver Hammer Construction
4.3(
309
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They repaired some exterior trim on windows as well as repairs on a garden shed. I worked with Robert on the quote. He was also on site during the execution and inspected the work after completion. They did an excellent job. The attention to detail was very good. I will use them again and would recommend them to others."
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+49

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
JW Construction
4.6(
29
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Home Advisor got me the contact for J&W. The owner of the company called on a Thursday we set up a time on Saturday to meet. We had 2 estimates scheduled to replace and construct our deck, but we were so impressed with Jim and the plans he recommended we cancelled the other 2 and signed the contract with J&W on the spot! 3 weeks after they started the work to replace our deck with composite. The result is outstanding, and under our budget. Jim and his crew were prompt and friendly, let us know how the project was coming along every day, and answered any questions we might have. As the owner of the company, Jim was here frequently to monitor the work. When it was done they cleaned up the leftover materials. We're so impressed with our deck we talked about doing other projects in the house like flooring and remodeling. We highly recommend J&W Construction and they get 5 (plus) stars from us!"
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Deck
Deck
Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Golden Willow Landscaping
4.8(
11
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Indy at Golden Willow listened to what we needed and worked promptly to share plans and reasonable estimate. The work was done within a week, and I was surprised to come home to see all done within a day, cleaned up, and exactly as we discussed."
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Richcliff Dawn Mist Top & Copthorne Mixed Sold
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+14

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chrysalis Unbound Custom Decorating and Remodeling
4.2(
29
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After removing carpeting from our old staircase,we found several of our treads cracked and broken. Roman cut out all the old risers and treads and replaced them with beautiful new wood.He primed the risers and stringers all white. He stained and finished the treads to match the existing hardwood flooring. It looks beautiful. Roman is an honest, hard working man."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Dupage Carpenters, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Professional work with quality. Took care of approvals. Cost effective and timely manner. He did another project for replacing chimney wood replacement and brought required machinery to perform the job. I will recommend to all for carpenters needs."
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Home Solution Experts, LLC
4.4(
19
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Trevor and Jordan are the owners and they are amazing. I found them on HA and they were very knowledgeable, friendly, did wonderful work and we are very happy with the results. I will definitely be passing their names around to family and friends. Do yourself a favor and call these guys for your siding needs."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Room and deck addition
Addition, deck, and shed

+13

Response time10 mins
Recommended by93%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
95
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Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"We recently had our two main bathrooms remodeled by A P Builder (Owner is Angelo). We are totally thrilled with the end results of these projects. Angelo was involved in every phase of the project, many times offering valuable suggestions that we had not thought about. The work was done while paying attention to every detail, no matter how large or small. If and when there was a “glitch”, it was dealt with promptly and completely to our satisfaction. I would highly recommend Angelo and his company for future work at our home. Bravo to A.P. Builders and Angelo for a JOB WELL DONE!"
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Response time5 days
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for shed and enclosure service projects in Elgin, IL

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