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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
2349 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

SC Home builder inc

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SC Home builder inc

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Free onsite estimate

Listed roofing contractor and city of chicago general contractor

Listed roofing contractor and city of chicago general contractor

Shrago Remodeling

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Shrago Remodeling

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26 years of experience

We are a full service remodeling, renovation and home building company. Utilizing the best of the best subcontractors. Fantastice working and long term relationships with our subcontractors is one key reason why our projects reach completion on-time and with high client satisfaction. All of our contractors have insurance and workmens comp. There is no fee for initial consultation. The efiiciency in our performance allows us to offer our clients very competitive pricing. Our client base is primarily the North Shore and downtown Chicago.

We are a full service remodeling, renovation and home building company. Utilizing the best of the best subcontractors. Fantastice working and long term relationships with our subcontractors is one key reason why our projects reach completion on-time and with high client satisfaction. All of our contractors have insurance and workmens comp. There is no fee for initial consultation. The efiiciency in our performance allows us to offer our clients very competitive pricing. Our client base is primarily the North Shore and downtown Chicago.

Artistic Kitchen Concepts

4.00(
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Artistic Kitchen Concepts

4.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
25 years of experience

This business is permanently closed as of June 2023.

"First of all, we are happy with the finished product of our master bathroom and walk-in closet. We are NOT happy with the owner of this business and his handling of our project. Jeff took time to design our space over several meetings. He promised that he would be available to choose tile/granite/light fixtures/plumbing fixtures whenever we needed him. Timeline was discussed with a 6 week from contract start and a project time of 3 weeks. Permit submission was done by myself with plans drawn by Jeff. We failed the permit process with 14 items that were not addressed due to insufficient drawings. Additional time/effort was required by Jeff and us to meet the requirements to meet code, which pushed our project back several weeks. We also paid more for the project due to Jeff needing to insure his workers for our village (a cost he should have known upfront). With new drawings, we re-submitted and were approved for work to begin. I can't say enough about the FANTASTIC workers that Jeff has on his team. They were courteous and did excellent work and even suggested design modifications that made sense. One of our first tasks was to pick out a granite surface. Jeff gave us the name of a granite place and that he'd meet us there. He NEVER showed. We picked granite on our own that day. We ordered tile - on our own. We chose lighting, plumbing, fixtures, and paint colors - on our own. The next time and ONLY time we saw Jeff for the duration of the project was when he delivered the vanity and asked for money (same visit). The total project ended up taking over three months to complete. Due to various project modifications/additions, we had no idea what our final invoice would be. We waited and waited for some type of final figure. 8 months after the project was completed we finally received a remaining balance invoice for over $11,000. We were shocked to receive this invoice so far after the project was completed. Jeff explained that COVID and not having an office manager were reasons behind us not getting an invoice before then and that we fell between the cracks. While we don't argue the price, we did not appreciate the length of time it took him to get the job done, nor the amount of time before we received a final invoice. When we offered to pay $2,000 each month for the next six months we were sent a very threatening email offering us three options for payment in full NOW. Suddenly this money is due NOW when he has carried this receivable for 8 months already? We will NEVER recommend Artistic Kitchen Concepts (Jeff) to anyone in the future. His involvement in the project started out well, but dropped off to the point where we never saw him, had no further input from him, and didn't receive an invoice until 8 months after the project was completed."

Mary T on March 2022

This business is permanently closed as of June 2023.

"First of all, we are happy with the finished product of our master bathroom and walk-in closet. We are NOT happy with the owner of this business and his handling of our project. Jeff took time to design our space over several meetings. He promised that he would be available to choose tile/granite/light fixtures/plumbing fixtures whenever we needed him. Timeline was discussed with a 6 week from contract start and a project time of 3 weeks. Permit submission was done by myself with plans drawn by Jeff. We failed the permit process with 14 items that were not addressed due to insufficient drawings. Additional time/effort was required by Jeff and us to meet the requirements to meet code, which pushed our project back several weeks. We also paid more for the project due to Jeff needing to insure his workers for our village (a cost he should have known upfront). With new drawings, we re-submitted and were approved for work to begin. I can't say enough about the FANTASTIC workers that Jeff has on his team. They were courteous and did excellent work and even suggested design modifications that made sense. One of our first tasks was to pick out a granite surface. Jeff gave us the name of a granite place and that he'd meet us there. He NEVER showed. We picked granite on our own that day. We ordered tile - on our own. We chose lighting, plumbing, fixtures, and paint colors - on our own. The next time and ONLY time we saw Jeff for the duration of the project was when he delivered the vanity and asked for money (same visit). The total project ended up taking over three months to complete. Due to various project modifications/additions, we had no idea what our final invoice would be. We waited and waited for some type of final figure. 8 months after the project was completed we finally received a remaining balance invoice for over $11,000. We were shocked to receive this invoice so far after the project was completed. Jeff explained that COVID and not having an office manager were reasons behind us not getting an invoice before then and that we fell between the cracks. While we don't argue the price, we did not appreciate the length of time it took him to get the job done, nor the amount of time before we received a final invoice. When we offered to pay $2,000 each month for the next six months we were sent a very threatening email offering us three options for payment in full NOW. Suddenly this money is due NOW when he has carried this receivable for 8 months already? We will NEVER recommend Artistic Kitchen Concepts (Jeff) to anyone in the future. His involvement in the project started out well, but dropped off to the point where we never saw him, had no further input from him, and didn't receive an invoice until 8 months after the project was completed."

Mary T on March 2022

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L&S maintenance

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L&S maintenance

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21 years of experience

Do you have property that you can not attend to? We can get the job done . We specialize in give are customers high maintenance. We welcome residential and commercial. Please contact use for more information . lloydsmith21@yahoo.com. Thank you .

Do you have property that you can not attend to? We can get the job done . We specialize in give are customers high maintenance. We welcome residential and commercial. Please contact use for more information . lloydsmith21@yahoo.com. Thank you .

COMAIN USA Ltd

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COMAIN USA Ltd

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14 years of experience

COMAIN is a company established since 2011, constantly evolving and adapting to new times and specifically the needs of our customers. COMAIN has focused on providing Maintenance Services to CONDOMINIUMS - INSURANCE COMPANIES And Private Clients. To this, over the years we have been steadily making an Investment in Human and Technical resources to Guarantee all our Customers the Quality service that today's society demands. Mission. Meeting the needs that arise in different areas of Construction, Maintenance and Repair Works, making our work with the highest quality in the shortest time. Vision. Establish our Company as a leader in the needs for Maintenance and Repairs in the City of Chicago - USA. Values​​. Our core values ​are Ethics, Professionalism and Commitment. We are renowned for attention tailored to the needs of all our Customers with high quality standards.

COMAIN is a company established since 2011, constantly evolving and adapting to new times and specifically the needs of our customers. COMAIN has focused on providing Maintenance Services to CONDOMINIUMS - INSURANCE COMPANIES And Private Clients. To this, over the years we have been steadily making an Investment in Human and Technical resources to Guarantee all our Customers the Quality service that today's society demands. Mission. Meeting the needs that arise in different areas of Construction, Maintenance and Repair Works, making our work with the highest quality in the shortest time. Vision. Establish our Company as a leader in the needs for Maintenance and Repairs in the City of Chicago - USA. Values​​. Our core values ​are Ethics, Professionalism and Commitment. We are renowned for attention tailored to the needs of all our Customers with high quality standards.

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CPMI Direct LLC

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CPMI Direct LLC

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22 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated Home Remodeling & Mold Inspection business. We accept all credit cards and personal checks for payment

We are a family owned and operated Home Remodeling & Mold Inspection business. We accept all credit cards and personal checks for payment

Payne's Rehab & Repair

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Payne's Rehab & Repair

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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Payments requested by Paypal, cash, or money order. 1/2 down balance upon completion. Employees on staff include plumbers, painters, electricians and roofers. Employees based on size of project. 5% off on jobs over $500.00

"The service provided was outstanding. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is need of repairs."

Jessica F on January 2021

Payments requested by Paypal, cash, or money order. 1/2 down balance upon completion. Employees on staff include plumbers, painters, electricians and roofers. Employees based on size of project. 5% off on jobs over $500.00

"The service provided was outstanding. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is need of repairs."

Jessica F on January 2021

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.

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.

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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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