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DuPree Construction Co

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DuPree Construction Co

4.50(
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Customers say: Quality work
36 years of experience

Since 1990, DuPree Construction Co. has served greater Will County, Grundy County and DuPage County, IL, with custom designed and installed siding, soffit and fascia. We’re so certain that our professional installers will produce a flawless finish that we offer a 5 year labor warranty. When quality matters, DuPree Construction delivers! Our focus and pride on our work means that we have many satisfied customers. We’re licensed, insured and references are available. Please call and schedule a free proposal today to beautify your home's exterior! Additional e-mail: dave@dupreeconst.com, lori@dupreeconst.com

Since 1990, DuPree Construction Co. has served greater Will County, Grundy County and DuPage County, IL, with custom designed and installed siding, soffit and fascia. We’re so certain that our professional installers will produce a flawless finish that we offer a 5 year labor warranty. When quality matters, DuPree Construction delivers! Our focus and pride on our work means that we have many satisfied customers. We’re licensed, insured and references are available. Please call and schedule a free proposal today to beautify your home's exterior! Additional e-mail: dave@dupreeconst.com, lori@dupreeconst.com

HR Springborn LLC

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HR Springborn LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

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D & A Construction Inc

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D & A Construction Inc

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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North Star remodeling

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North Star remodeling

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10 years of experience

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THE WINDOW GUYS

3.59(
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THE WINDOW GUYS

3.59(
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70 years of experience

ADDITIONAL PH# (773) 589-3521. ADDITIONAL DBA'S: A B C THE WINDOW GUYS, ABC GLASS ENCLOSURES, ABC WINDOWS.

"Good price. Professional install very happy with my new windows. Chicago Window Guys has it down to a science."

Thomas B on December 2024

ADDITIONAL PH# (773) 589-3521. ADDITIONAL DBA'S: A B C THE WINDOW GUYS, ABC GLASS ENCLOSURES, ABC WINDOWS.

"Good price. Professional install very happy with my new windows. Chicago Window Guys has it down to a science."

Thomas B on December 2024

Rostzorkvit Co.

4.00(
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Rostzorkvit Co.

4.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
25 years of experience

Windows installation and replacement ( bow and bay as well ) Siding, Soffits, Fascia. Gutters, Doors, Glass Blocks

"We used this company because of a referral. If we could give this company a zero we would. We had our windows (Advanced Windows brand) installed in our home on September 13, 2021. FIRST; the crew showed up TWO hours late. No call to advise that they were running behind. We had to call the owner to be sure we were still on and he said yes. That was at 20 minutes late. Then we called again when they were an hour late. The owner said they were “probably” getting supplies. Still no apology. Then we tried calling the owner when they were two hours late and received his voice, which was full! So we couldn’t even leave a message. When the crew finally arrived, no apology. Casement windows were installed. One casement window installed opened the same as the other casement window instead of the opposite. Ok, fine not a great big deal. But still. Then one of the guys removed a tarp that they had covering part of our guest bed and lamp, knocking down the lamp bending the stem on it. He wasn’t even going to tell us. We had given them bottles of water. One of the guys working downstairs on the family room windows placed the water bottle right on our wooden top for our fireplace mantel AFTER we had provided him with a coaster. Had to ask him twice to use the coaster. We just didn’t want a ring on our wood from the water bottle. Another gentleman was a smoker. We provided him with an ashtray (outside) and he never used it. He used our driveway and lawn instead. Very unprofessional. We sent the owner a text wanting to discuss the experience. He never responded. If you want Advanced Windows brand, which so far we are extremely happy with DO NOT USE ROSTZORKVIT CO (Igor is the owner). Contact Advanced Windows yourself and use them directly, but don’t use Igor’s company."

Val C on September 2021

Windows installation and replacement ( bow and bay as well ) Siding, Soffits, Fascia. Gutters, Doors, Glass Blocks

"We used this company because of a referral. If we could give this company a zero we would. We had our windows (Advanced Windows brand) installed in our home on September 13, 2021. FIRST; the crew showed up TWO hours late. No call to advise that they were running behind. We had to call the owner to be sure we were still on and he said yes. That was at 20 minutes late. Then we called again when they were an hour late. The owner said they were “probably” getting supplies. Still no apology. Then we tried calling the owner when they were two hours late and received his voice, which was full! So we couldn’t even leave a message. When the crew finally arrived, no apology. Casement windows were installed. One casement window installed opened the same as the other casement window instead of the opposite. Ok, fine not a great big deal. But still. Then one of the guys removed a tarp that they had covering part of our guest bed and lamp, knocking down the lamp bending the stem on it. He wasn’t even going to tell us. We had given them bottles of water. One of the guys working downstairs on the family room windows placed the water bottle right on our wooden top for our fireplace mantel AFTER we had provided him with a coaster. Had to ask him twice to use the coaster. We just didn’t want a ring on our wood from the water bottle. Another gentleman was a smoker. We provided him with an ashtray (outside) and he never used it. He used our driveway and lawn instead. Very unprofessional. We sent the owner a text wanting to discuss the experience. He never responded. If you want Advanced Windows brand, which so far we are extremely happy with DO NOT USE ROSTZORKVIT CO (Igor is the owner). Contact Advanced Windows yourself and use them directly, but don’t use Igor’s company."

Val C on September 2021

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Lewis & Williams Construction

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Lewis & Williams Construction

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19 years of experience

Lewis & Williams Construction is a home repair and remodeling company that repairs, replaces and upgrades kitchens, bathrooms, basements as well as other interior rooms within your home. Licensed, experienced and professional sub-contractors perform the work. At least 20 % of all costs are paid upfront by the client, 60% is paid before the drywall process and 20% is paid before completion of the job. Any problems experienced within 30 days of the job are corrected free of charge. Longer term warranties are available on some services.

Lewis & Williams Construction is a home repair and remodeling company that repairs, replaces and upgrades kitchens, bathrooms, basements as well as other interior rooms within your home. Licensed, experienced and professional sub-contractors perform the work. At least 20 % of all costs are paid upfront by the client, 60% is paid before the drywall process and 20% is paid before completion of the job. Any problems experienced within 30 days of the job are corrected free of charge. Longer term warranties are available on some services.

Chicago Glass and Mirror

4.74(
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Chicago Glass and Mirror

4.74(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are your one stop shop to all of your glass needs. We specialize in all interior glass applications. Everything from Shower Doors/Mirrors to custom glass backslashes. We are a family-owned and operated company of about 20 employees and have been in the industry for over 25 years. DBA BathWorks Design

We are your one stop shop to all of your glass needs. We specialize in all interior glass applications. Everything from Shower Doors/Mirrors to custom glass backslashes. We are a family-owned and operated company of about 20 employees and have been in the industry for over 25 years. DBA BathWorks Design

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MK Construction & Builders, Inc

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MK Construction & Builders, Inc

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over a decade of experience with new home construction and remodeling in Chicago, we specialize in designing modern and contemporary homes that are relevant and attuned with Chicago's urban aesthetic and landscape. Through the years, we have continued to refine our design and production standards, developing best practices for residential construction that reflect our sophisticated metropolitan clientele's appreciation for smart, modern design. Through our ongoing dedication to client service and satisfaction, we have risen through the ranks of Chicago's competitive home design and construction industry to emerge as a respected leader in the field. New Home SERVICES INCLUDE: • Preconstruction • Custom home building • Renovation and remodeling • Historic preservation • Interior improvements and additions • Reconstruction and adaptive reuse • Fine architectural finishes, carpentry and cabinetry

With over a decade of experience with new home construction and remodeling in Chicago, we specialize in designing modern and contemporary homes that are relevant and attuned with Chicago's urban aesthetic and landscape. Through the years, we have continued to refine our design and production standards, developing best practices for residential construction that reflect our sophisticated metropolitan clientele's appreciation for smart, modern design. Through our ongoing dedication to client service and satisfaction, we have risen through the ranks of Chicago's competitive home design and construction industry to emerge as a respected leader in the field. New Home SERVICES INCLUDE: • Preconstruction • Custom home building • Renovation and remodeling • Historic preservation • Interior improvements and additions • Reconstruction and adaptive reuse • Fine architectural finishes, carpentry and cabinetry

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Chicago, IL

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

The Chicago, IL homeowners’ guide to wainscoting installations

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