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HR Springborn LLC

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HR Springborn LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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General Contractor, Remodeling & Carpentry

General Contractor, Remodeling & Carpentry

IWD Development Corp

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IWD Development Corp

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29 years of experience

Residential and commercial construction and remodeling, porch and deck builder.

Residential and commercial construction and remodeling, porch and deck builder.

THE WINDOW GUYS

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THE WINDOW GUYS

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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

LGD Campa

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LGD Campa

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Rostzorkvit Co.

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Rostzorkvit Co.

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25 years of experience

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

"Igor and his team were incredibly polite, efficient, and very competitive on price. They did an outstanding job converting our existing white trim windows to brand-new black trim, and the results look absolutely amazing. We couldn't be happier with how the windows turned out. The installation took place in the middle of a Chicago winter, and I can confidently say the windows are extremely efficient--our home has stayed warm and comfortable even when temperatures dropped below zero. Huge thanks to Igor and his team for being courteous, fast, affordable, and for truly helping make our house feel more like a home. Highly recommend!"

Brian P on December 2025

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

"Igor and his team were incredibly polite, efficient, and very competitive on price. They did an outstanding job converting our existing white trim windows to brand-new black trim, and the results look absolutely amazing. We couldn't be happier with how the windows turned out. The installation took place in the middle of a Chicago winter, and I can confidently say the windows are extremely efficient--our home has stayed warm and comfortable even when temperatures dropped below zero. Huge thanks to Igor and his team for being courteous, fast, affordable, and for truly helping make our house feel more like a home. Highly recommend!"

Brian P on December 2025

Home Repair Specialist

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Home Repair Specialist

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25 years of experience
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Green Park Construction LLC

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Green Park Construction LLC

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24 years of experience

Custom Builder and Remodeler

Custom Builder and Remodeler

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Affordable Services

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Affordable Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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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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Green Acres Ironworks

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Green Acres Ironworks

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15 years of experience

Green Acres Ironworks, Inc. based out of Merrillville, IN and providing service throughout Northwest IN and Chicago, specializes in creating custom ornamental iron stairs, railings, fences, gates, steel framed decks/porches, window guards, railing / stair / deck restoration, and custom fabrication. Erik Dworak, president of Green Acres, has a Construction Engineering and Management degree from Purdue University, and over 20 years’ experience working with structural steel and ornamental metals. Our services include, but are not limited to: • Metal Railings • Wrought Iron Railings • Existing Iron Railing Repair • Stairs • Gates • Fences • Steel Framed Decks • Roof Decks • Balconies • Steel Ladders • Window and Door Guards (security bars) • Custom Metal Furniture • Architectural Metal Work • Specialty Parts • Chicago Code Repairs / Replacement to Existing Structures • Metal Repair and Restoration • Design, Design Assist, Consulting • Fabrication in Steel, Iron, Stainless Steel, Brass, and Copper At Green Acres Ironworks, Inc. we will work with you from conception to completion to insure that your project is finished with your design and style in mind. Most projects are entirely unique so call Green Acres Ironworks, Inc. today to discuss your project!

Green Acres Ironworks, Inc. based out of Merrillville, IN and providing service throughout Northwest IN and Chicago, specializes in creating custom ornamental iron stairs, railings, fences, gates, steel framed decks/porches, window guards, railing / stair / deck restoration, and custom fabrication. Erik Dworak, president of Green Acres, has a Construction Engineering and Management degree from Purdue University, and over 20 years’ experience working with structural steel and ornamental metals. Our services include, but are not limited to: • Metal Railings • Wrought Iron Railings • Existing Iron Railing Repair • Stairs • Gates • Fences • Steel Framed Decks • Roof Decks • Balconies • Steel Ladders • Window and Door Guards (security bars) • Custom Metal Furniture • Architectural Metal Work • Specialty Parts • Chicago Code Repairs / Replacement to Existing Structures • Metal Repair and Restoration • Design, Design Assist, Consulting • Fabrication in Steel, Iron, Stainless Steel, Brass, and Copper At Green Acres Ironworks, Inc. we will work with you from conception to completion to insure that your project is finished with your design and style in mind. Most projects are entirely unique so call Green Acres Ironworks, Inc. today to discuss your project!

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Flores Fence Inc

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Flores Fence Inc

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Flores Fencing is a family-owned business. With over 15 years of experience, we pride ourselves in giving our customers great deals and great quality! Currently servicing local areas and the Chicago land area.

"I received a few quotes from fencing companies. My husband and I decided to hire Flores Fencing. The quotes I received from the different fencing companies were pretty similar as far as cost but we decided to go with Flores Fencing because they were the only company that seem enthusiastic about getting our business. The other companies, which have been in business a lot longer than Flores Fencing, never even bothered with any form of follow up communication after they gave me the quote. Emanuel however, was great at communicating with me throughout the process and Wilfredo was great at addressing my questions or concerns about my project. The workers were efficient and after completing the installation of my fence and gate, they made sure they left my yard pristine. Wilfredo, who is one of the salesperson, came over to help the workers to make sure the work was completed in one day. He even took it upon himself to fix a gate that was not part of our project which he noticed needed a simple repair. The fence and gate they installed looks absolutely wonderful. I am so pleased! I highly recommend Flores Fencing!"

Nancy T on March 2023

Flores Fencing is a family-owned business. With over 15 years of experience, we pride ourselves in giving our customers great deals and great quality! Currently servicing local areas and the Chicago land area.

"I received a few quotes from fencing companies. My husband and I decided to hire Flores Fencing. The quotes I received from the different fencing companies were pretty similar as far as cost but we decided to go with Flores Fencing because they were the only company that seem enthusiastic about getting our business. The other companies, which have been in business a lot longer than Flores Fencing, never even bothered with any form of follow up communication after they gave me the quote. Emanuel however, was great at communicating with me throughout the process and Wilfredo was great at addressing my questions or concerns about my project. The workers were efficient and after completing the installation of my fence and gate, they made sure they left my yard pristine. Wilfredo, who is one of the salesperson, came over to help the workers to make sure the work was completed in one day. He even took it upon himself to fix a gate that was not part of our project which he noticed needed a simple repair. The fence and gate they installed looks absolutely wonderful. I am so pleased! I highly recommend Flores Fencing!"

Nancy T on March 2023

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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.

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