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Hello and welcome to Design Partners. We are your one stop shop for your structural needs. We have years of experience, and over 50 consecutive, unsolicited, 5-Star reviews on Thumbtack. - whether you have structural issues, need an inspection or safety concern, give me a call today - I look forward to hearing from you!
"Great job"
Nicole W on February 2025
Hello and welcome to Design Partners. We are your one stop shop for your structural needs. We have years of experience, and over 50 consecutive, unsolicited, 5-Star reviews on Thumbtack. - whether you have structural issues, need an inspection or safety concern, give me a call today - I look forward to hearing from you!
"Great job"
Nicole W on February 2025
Since 2006, Green City Gardens has been beautifying Chicagoland, one yard at a time. Our enthusiasm and dedication are evident in the creativity of our designs and the quality of our work. Since every landscape in different, "cookie cutter" solutions won't do. Green City Gardens personalizes every design according to our clients' needs and desires. We won't show up and dictate what you need...we'll listen to you and give you what you want. From complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.
"We recently hired Green City Gardens for a landscaping project and we couldn't be happier with the results! JD's knowledge about plants and design is so impressive. He took the time to listen to our vision and made excellent recommendations based on our layout, local climate, and soil conditions. JD and his team's attention to detail was also impeccable. They were incredibly thorough in every aspect of the project, from preparing the soil to ensuring proper drainage. They worked efficiently but took the time needed to get everything just right. I especially appreciated how they kept the workspace clean and organized throughout. In addition to their technical skills, their customer service was outstanding. They communicated clearly, kept us informed about progress, and were always open to our input. I felt like they truly cared about making sure we were happy with the final product—and we absolutely are! If you're looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and skilled landscaper that is in a class of their own, I highly recommend JD at Green City Gardens. He transformed our outdoor space into something beautiful, and we couldn't be happier!"
Spencer S on October 2024
Since 2006, Green City Gardens has been beautifying Chicagoland, one yard at a time. Our enthusiasm and dedication are evident in the creativity of our designs and the quality of our work. Since every landscape in different, "cookie cutter" solutions won't do. Green City Gardens personalizes every design according to our clients' needs and desires. We won't show up and dictate what you need...we'll listen to you and give you what you want. From complete landscape design & installation to simple garden makeovers to beautiful flower pots, Green City Gardens can improve your quality of life.
"We recently hired Green City Gardens for a landscaping project and we couldn't be happier with the results! JD's knowledge about plants and design is so impressive. He took the time to listen to our vision and made excellent recommendations based on our layout, local climate, and soil conditions. JD and his team's attention to detail was also impeccable. They were incredibly thorough in every aspect of the project, from preparing the soil to ensuring proper drainage. They worked efficiently but took the time needed to get everything just right. I especially appreciated how they kept the workspace clean and organized throughout. In addition to their technical skills, their customer service was outstanding. They communicated clearly, kept us informed about progress, and were always open to our input. I felt like they truly cared about making sure we were happy with the final product—and we absolutely are! If you're looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and skilled landscaper that is in a class of their own, I highly recommend JD at Green City Gardens. He transformed our outdoor space into something beautiful, and we couldn't be happier!"
Spencer S on October 2024
Midwest Landscaping Design & Tree Service Inc. is a family owned and operated company. We are based out of Downers Grove. We have been servicing the western suburbs for 35 years. Some of our many specialties are designing and renovating your property. We offer FREE ESTIMATES and are FULLY INSURED. We offer 1 Year Guarantee on Plants
"There were large gaps between the pavers at the end of my driveway. When Pat got here, he convinced me to do additional work in other areas of the driveway. On the next visit, Pat said I should cut back some trees and shrubs around my property. A mature birch tree and an evergreen shrub was cut down to a stump, while I wasn't home. This appears to be part of his MO - as he added many things to the "verbal contract" every chance he got, doubling the contract price without providing any paperwork or receiving any signed approvals. Then when it came to payment he REQUIRED CASH. I am a small Asian woman and when questioning the quality of work he got visibly frustrated and shouted at me in front of my 8 year old that "[he] should have known better than to deal with a...." at which point I asked him to leave my property. The "great job" he did leaves my driveway looking aesthetically worse than when he started, and my pavers are still shifting - wish I could upload a short video."
Jenelle T on April 2024
Midwest Landscaping Design & Tree Service Inc. is a family owned and operated company. We are based out of Downers Grove. We have been servicing the western suburbs for 35 years. Some of our many specialties are designing and renovating your property. We offer FREE ESTIMATES and are FULLY INSURED. We offer 1 Year Guarantee on Plants
"There were large gaps between the pavers at the end of my driveway. When Pat got here, he convinced me to do additional work in other areas of the driveway. On the next visit, Pat said I should cut back some trees and shrubs around my property. A mature birch tree and an evergreen shrub was cut down to a stump, while I wasn't home. This appears to be part of his MO - as he added many things to the "verbal contract" every chance he got, doubling the contract price without providing any paperwork or receiving any signed approvals. Then when it came to payment he REQUIRED CASH. I am a small Asian woman and when questioning the quality of work he got visibly frustrated and shouted at me in front of my 8 year old that "[he] should have known better than to deal with a...." at which point I asked him to leave my property. The "great job" he did leaves my driveway looking aesthetically worse than when he started, and my pavers are still shifting - wish I could upload a short video."
Jenelle T on April 2024
JIO in and out, is well aware that customer satisfaction is the number 1 end result of any project or job. That is why we provide the highest of standards in every job that we complete, thus creating a long relationship of trustworthiness and complete job satisfaction. We have over 25 years of experience in all of our services offered. This extensive experience, gives us a high confidence and authenticity to complete any project of your liking with absolute professionalism and guaranteed satisfaction. We are committed to the completion of every project in a way that would give every client a culture of harmony, peace of mind, and gratification. Our Company believes firmly in our core values of honesty, effective communication, integrity, loyalty, and respect. These core values are the foundation to have a bond of confidence and an endless relationship with our clients. JIO Landscaping & In-Door Remodeling Inc is proud to be a bonded and fully insured company, ensuring peace of mind for our clients and partners. By holding neccessary bonds and comprehensive insurance coverage, we protect both our business and our valued customers from any unforeseen circumstances. JIO Landscaping & In-Door Remodeling Inc is a proud member of the etter Business Bureau (BBB), which underscores our commitment to maintaining high standars of trust and integrity in all our operations. You can confidently choose JIO, knowing that we prioritize your satisfaction and safety above all else.
"Excellent work! The team fixed my clogged kitchen sink pipes, installed a new electrical outlet and replaced my broken kitchen sink disposer with a new one…all in about an hour. They are highly skilled, friendly, professional, and efficient. I highly recommend them for your next home project or repair."
Heather N on February 2025
JIO in and out, is well aware that customer satisfaction is the number 1 end result of any project or job. That is why we provide the highest of standards in every job that we complete, thus creating a long relationship of trustworthiness and complete job satisfaction. We have over 25 years of experience in all of our services offered. This extensive experience, gives us a high confidence and authenticity to complete any project of your liking with absolute professionalism and guaranteed satisfaction. We are committed to the completion of every project in a way that would give every client a culture of harmony, peace of mind, and gratification. Our Company believes firmly in our core values of honesty, effective communication, integrity, loyalty, and respect. These core values are the foundation to have a bond of confidence and an endless relationship with our clients. JIO Landscaping & In-Door Remodeling Inc is proud to be a bonded and fully insured company, ensuring peace of mind for our clients and partners. By holding neccessary bonds and comprehensive insurance coverage, we protect both our business and our valued customers from any unforeseen circumstances. JIO Landscaping & In-Door Remodeling Inc is a proud member of the etter Business Bureau (BBB), which underscores our commitment to maintaining high standars of trust and integrity in all our operations. You can confidently choose JIO, knowing that we prioritize your satisfaction and safety above all else.
"Excellent work! The team fixed my clogged kitchen sink pipes, installed a new electrical outlet and replaced my broken kitchen sink disposer with a new one…all in about an hour. They are highly skilled, friendly, professional, and efficient. I highly recommend them for your next home project or repair."
Heather N on February 2025
Is your yard your favorite place to be? Let the Super Service Award winning team at BSC Landscaping help make that happen! We believe in combining quality craftsmanship with reasonable pricing and backing it up with unparalleled responsiveness to our customers. We are confident that our professionalism, and commitment to quality will set us apart. Whether it’s residential or commercial, lawn maintenance or a custom landscape design…you will be glad you chose BSC Landscaping as your landscape service provider. Visit us at BSCLANDSCAPING.COM
"Brandon and his team truly transformed our property, providing us with the outdoor space we've always dreamed of. After meeting with 10+ contractors in the Burr Ridge area, we chose BSC Landscaping and could not be happier with him and his team. We bought our home primarily due to the lot which features mature trees, hills, and a creek passing through. These features required a team that could navigate the complexity of building with water runoff, preservation, and a balance between nature and hardscaping in mind. They absolutely nailed it! BSC installed a paver patio, replaced an old swail with a natural-looking boulder and cobblestone creek bed, cleared overgrown weeds, installed trees, and seeded large areas to expand our lawn to gain more space for kids to play. We just hired them again to redesign our front yard which includes a paver parking space and the installation of a property border featuring a range of plants and trees. We strongly recommend BSC Landscaping, LLC!"
Craig R on March 2025
Is your yard your favorite place to be? Let the Super Service Award winning team at BSC Landscaping help make that happen! We believe in combining quality craftsmanship with reasonable pricing and backing it up with unparalleled responsiveness to our customers. We are confident that our professionalism, and commitment to quality will set us apart. Whether it’s residential or commercial, lawn maintenance or a custom landscape design…you will be glad you chose BSC Landscaping as your landscape service provider. Visit us at BSCLANDSCAPING.COM
"Brandon and his team truly transformed our property, providing us with the outdoor space we've always dreamed of. After meeting with 10+ contractors in the Burr Ridge area, we chose BSC Landscaping and could not be happier with him and his team. We bought our home primarily due to the lot which features mature trees, hills, and a creek passing through. These features required a team that could navigate the complexity of building with water runoff, preservation, and a balance between nature and hardscaping in mind. They absolutely nailed it! BSC installed a paver patio, replaced an old swail with a natural-looking boulder and cobblestone creek bed, cleared overgrown weeds, installed trees, and seeded large areas to expand our lawn to gain more space for kids to play. We just hired them again to redesign our front yard which includes a paver parking space and the installation of a property border featuring a range of plants and trees. We strongly recommend BSC Landscaping, LLC!"
Craig R on March 2025
Welcome to The Civic Architectural Group, Inc. where you can Expect the exceptional … because this is what we expect of ourselves as architects, as human beings. We recognize that each and everyone of our clients are individuals with individual desires and expectations. We are passionate about our services with compassion for each client: their budgets, personalities, lifestyles, or business cultures are important to us. We speak the loudest in the room by listening
Welcome to The Civic Architectural Group, Inc. where you can Expect the exceptional … because this is what we expect of ourselves as architects, as human beings. We recognize that each and everyone of our clients are individuals with individual desires and expectations. We are passionate about our services with compassion for each client: their budgets, personalities, lifestyles, or business cultures are important to us. We speak the loudest in the room by listening
At R & G Almanza Landscape Inc. we pride ourselves on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in performing our absolute best in all the work we perform and to always keep you educated about the work process. Our team is dedicated to staying on the leading edge in industry, so whether you need simple shrubbery trimming and shaping or something more complex such as the complete re-design of your back yard, we have the skills, people and tools to do the job correctly, safely, and efficiently. R & G Almanza LAndscape Inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of work at a fair price. When you hire us, we guarantee prompt, reliable, and fair services and we will promise to always strive for 100% satisfaction.
"The charged a fair price, came when they said they would be there and worked diligently. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend R&G Almanza to anyone."
Vincent W on April 2022
At R & G Almanza Landscape Inc. we pride ourselves on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in performing our absolute best in all the work we perform and to always keep you educated about the work process. Our team is dedicated to staying on the leading edge in industry, so whether you need simple shrubbery trimming and shaping or something more complex such as the complete re-design of your back yard, we have the skills, people and tools to do the job correctly, safely, and efficiently. R & G Almanza LAndscape Inc is dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality of work at a fair price. When you hire us, we guarantee prompt, reliable, and fair services and we will promise to always strive for 100% satisfaction.
"The charged a fair price, came when they said they would be there and worked diligently. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend R&G Almanza to anyone."
Vincent W on April 2022
Wentworth Construction, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"It went excellent, they're innovative, problem solving and professional very trust worthy, outstanding planning and quality. Hight attention to detail and creativity. Worked within budget, this is our first big project we highly recommend and will hire Wentworth crew again. Be sure to consider Wentworth for your next instruction project."
Diana W on May 2024
Wentworth Construction, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"It went excellent, they're innovative, problem solving and professional very trust worthy, outstanding planning and quality. Hight attention to detail and creativity. Worked within budget, this is our first big project we highly recommend and will hire Wentworth crew again. Be sure to consider Wentworth for your next instruction project."
Diana W on May 2024
Aerate-1 Landscaping & Ponds has serviced the Southwest Chicago Suburbs since 1988 providing a wide range of landscaping services while ensuring outstanding customer service on each and every job. Our veteran installation crew maintains their knowledge of landscaping services through constant certification training, regional field training, and hands-on experience. Owner and founder, Hector Martinez, will guide you through each step of your landscaping project from start to finish. Each landscaping project is thoroughly planned and executed so that it is completed in a timely manner and within the specified budget. With an on time and on budget project, clients are able to proudly display and enjoy the landscaping that they had envisioned to be completed for many years to come. Delivering a wide range of quality landscaping services is not just a job for Hector Martinez and his staff at Aerate-1 Landscaping & Ponds. It is the passion to exceed our client expectations on every job that motivates us to strive for perfection. Additional fax - (630) 759-2605.
"Leaks located and repairs done that have resolved the problem. Work was accomplished on time and in a professional manner. The two men were pleasant and kept me informed of progress."
Ron K on August 2024
Aerate-1 Landscaping & Ponds has serviced the Southwest Chicago Suburbs since 1988 providing a wide range of landscaping services while ensuring outstanding customer service on each and every job. Our veteran installation crew maintains their knowledge of landscaping services through constant certification training, regional field training, and hands-on experience. Owner and founder, Hector Martinez, will guide you through each step of your landscaping project from start to finish. Each landscaping project is thoroughly planned and executed so that it is completed in a timely manner and within the specified budget. With an on time and on budget project, clients are able to proudly display and enjoy the landscaping that they had envisioned to be completed for many years to come. Delivering a wide range of quality landscaping services is not just a job for Hector Martinez and his staff at Aerate-1 Landscaping & Ponds. It is the passion to exceed our client expectations on every job that motivates us to strive for perfection. Additional fax - (630) 759-2605.
"Leaks located and repairs done that have resolved the problem. Work was accomplished on time and in a professional manner. The two men were pleasant and kept me informed of progress."
Ron K on August 2024
Structural Design Corporation (SDC) is a licensed consulting engineering firm located in Libertyville, Illinois. We have been providing engineering & inspection services since 1979. We are a licensed design firm in the state of Illinois.
"Excellent honest work!"
Nick O on August 2024
Structural Design Corporation (SDC) is a licensed consulting engineering firm located in Libertyville, Illinois. We have been providing engineering & inspection services since 1979. We are a licensed design firm in the state of Illinois.
"Excellent honest work!"
Nick O on August 2024
Engineer structurals FAQs
The timeline for basement ceiling modifications spans four to 12 weeks, with the specific duration depending on your chosen method and project complexity. Floor-lowering projects often require more time due to careful excavation and foundation reinforcement processes.
Weather conditions, permit processing, and unexpected structural discoveries can extend the projected timeline. Most homeowners should prepare for some disruption to normal household activities during critical construction phases.
Converting previously unusable basement space into a functional living area often increases your home's assessed value, which may impact property tax obligations. Tax assessment practices vary significantly between municipalities, with some jurisdictions basing calculations on finished square footage.
To avoid surprises, contact your local tax assessment office before beginning construction to understand potential tax implications and budget accordingly for any anticipated increases.
Engaging a qualified structural engineer represents an essential first step for any basement ceiling project. These professionals evaluate foundation integrity, soil conditions, and load-bearing requirements to determine feasibility and recommend appropriate approaches.
Their expertise helps prevent potentially catastrophic structural issues while ensuring compliance with building codes. Although this consultation adds to initial expenses, it provides crucial guidance that may prevent costly mistakes or safety hazards.
Historic or aging properties present unique challenges when modifying basement ceiling heights. Older construction methods, outdated materials, and accumulated settlement issues require specialized assessment. Heritage designations may impose additional restrictions or requirements on modification approaches.
House-raising often provides advantages for older homes with compromised foundations, as it allows simultaneous foundation repair or replacement during the ceiling height modification process.
While professional contractors must handle all structural modifications, homeowners with appropriate skills may complete certain finishing aspects independently. Tasks potentially suitable for DIY include non-structural elements like painting, trim installation, or basic finishing work.
However, all excavation, foundation modification, and house-lifting operations require specialized equipment and expertise. Attempting structural work without proper qualifications creates significant safety risks and potential property damage.
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