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J T General Contracting

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J T General Contracting

4.45(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
2380 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

Owner-operated. Uses subs for plumbing & roofing. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service fees may apply. May contact through email or cell phone

"Job well done. Awesome. Jim and his crew are very professional and hard working. Have gotten many compliments on my new porch. Love it. Would highly recommend!"

Nancy H on August 2025

Owner-operated. Uses subs for plumbing & roofing. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service fees may apply. May contact through email or cell phone

"Job well done. Awesome. Jim and his crew are very professional and hard working. Have gotten many compliments on my new porch. Love it. Would highly recommend!"

Nancy H on August 2025

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J.B. BRICKWORKS, INC.

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J.B. BRICKWORKS, INC.

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Award-Winning Hardscape and Masonry Since 1990. We have been installing outdoor environments in the Chicago area for 25 years. Our crews are built with highly qualified individuals, paying special attention to detail. We use only the highest quality products and construction methods for each project. "The difference is in the details".

Award-Winning Hardscape and Masonry Since 1990. We have been installing outdoor environments in the Chicago area for 25 years. Our crews are built with highly qualified individuals, paying special attention to detail. We use only the highest quality products and construction methods for each project. "The difference is in the details".

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NEFF of Chicago Custom Cabinetry and Design Studio

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NEFF of Chicago Custom Cabinetry and Design Studio

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17 years of experience

NEFF of Chicago is an independently owned design boutique and retail store, exclusively marketing the extraordinary cabinetry of NEFF Kitchens, Inc of Toronto, Canada. From our location in LUXEHOME, on the Main Floor of the prestigious Merchandise Mart in Chicago, IL, we work with customers from anywhere in the world. NEFF of Chicago's talented designers help Architects, Designers, Builders and Homeowners to create uniquely customized Kitchens, Baths, Valet Closets, and other environments for Extraordinary Homes and Office Spaces. NEFF combines innovative design, old world mastery and the latest technologies to make the finest, most diverse cabinetry you can buy, which is why NEFF adorns some of the finest homes of distinction in the world

NEFF of Chicago is an independently owned design boutique and retail store, exclusively marketing the extraordinary cabinetry of NEFF Kitchens, Inc of Toronto, Canada. From our location in LUXEHOME, on the Main Floor of the prestigious Merchandise Mart in Chicago, IL, we work with customers from anywhere in the world. NEFF of Chicago's talented designers help Architects, Designers, Builders and Homeowners to create uniquely customized Kitchens, Baths, Valet Closets, and other environments for Extraordinary Homes and Office Spaces. NEFF combines innovative design, old world mastery and the latest technologies to make the finest, most diverse cabinetry you can buy, which is why NEFF adorns some of the finest homes of distinction in the world

cba architecture & consulting LLC

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cba architecture & consulting LLC

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16 years of experience

Architectural and Interior Design Services

Architectural and Interior Design Services

LauterWerks, Inc

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LauterWerks, Inc

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family-owned business.

Family-owned business.

Ralph's Roofing & General Remodeling

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Ralph's Roofing & General Remodeling

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40 years of experience

Experienced roofer and general remodeler in the Chicagoland area for 30+ years with 100% customer satisfaction. We focus on providing the most cost effective and efficient service for all your needs. Able to customize repair plans, timelines and team numbers based on individual jobs. From rooftop to basement and everything in between!

Experienced roofer and general remodeler in the Chicagoland area for 30+ years with 100% customer satisfaction. We focus on providing the most cost effective and efficient service for all your needs. Able to customize repair plans, timelines and team numbers based on individual jobs. From rooftop to basement and everything in between!

XPERT FLOOD CONTROL INC

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XPERT FLOOD CONTROL INC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

FLOOD CONTROL, SEWER, REPAIR, WATERPROOFING, DRAIN TILE, CRACK REPAIR, SUMP PUMPS, CATCH BASINS

"The work was done when they said it would be done. Completed very professionally and we have had several heavy rains since then with no sewer backup in our basement in Chicago."

Kim H on April 2022

FLOOD CONTROL, SEWER, REPAIR, WATERPROOFING, DRAIN TILE, CRACK REPAIR, SUMP PUMPS, CATCH BASINS

"The work was done when they said it would be done. Completed very professionally and we have had several heavy rains since then with no sewer backup in our basement in Chicago."

Kim H on April 2022

Affordable Services

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Affordable Services

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Affordable Services works with you through the entire project, from the initial idea to the finished result. We are a family owned and operated company that has relied on referrals from our satisfied customers for over 30 years. Give us a call if you need commercial and residential electrical, plumbing, heating & ac, carpentry, room additions, renovation services. We offer a 10% discount for Seniors & Veterans. Affordable Services accepts all major credit cards.

Affordable Services works with you through the entire project, from the initial idea to the finished result. We are a family owned and operated company that has relied on referrals from our satisfied customers for over 30 years. Give us a call if you need commercial and residential electrical, plumbing, heating & ac, carpentry, room additions, renovation services. We offer a 10% discount for Seniors & Veterans. Affordable Services accepts all major credit cards.

NHBI Construction Corp

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NHBI Construction Corp

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13 years of experience

Our team specializes in a vast array of services for all the following and more! General Contractor for Residential and Commercial Remodeling - *Kitchens *Basements *Bathroom Remodeling, *Room Additions *Office Build outs; *Interior Renovation, *Plumbing, *HVAC - Water Heaters, Furnaces and AC Units, *Electrical, *Flooring, *Cabinets and Carpentry, *Painting, *Roofing, *Windows & Doors, *Cleaning and Repairs for Sidings and Gutters, *Concrete Repairs - Driveways and Sidewalks, *Snow Removal.

Our team specializes in a vast array of services for all the following and more! General Contractor for Residential and Commercial Remodeling - *Kitchens *Basements *Bathroom Remodeling, *Room Additions *Office Build outs; *Interior Renovation, *Plumbing, *HVAC - Water Heaters, Furnaces and AC Units, *Electrical, *Flooring, *Cabinets and Carpentry, *Painting, *Roofing, *Windows & Doors, *Cleaning and Repairs for Sidings and Gutters, *Concrete Repairs - Driveways and Sidewalks, *Snow Removal.

Zeesgroup.com

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Zeesgroup.com

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional DBA - ZSC Insurance Restoration Services LLC. Additional contact name - Anna Oles.

Additional DBA - ZSC Insurance Restoration Services LLC. Additional contact name - Anna Oles.

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in Chicago, IL

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

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