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Window Concepts

4.45(
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Window Concepts

4.45(
73
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
233 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

Since 1982, Window Concepts has been helping homeowners make their houses more beautiful, comfortable, and energy-efficient. Led by Brian Murphy, our family-owned company is built on trust, quality, and customer care. From the very first conversation to the final installation, our friendly team is with you every step of the way — helping you choose the best windows, doors, siding, or roofing for your home and budget. We take pride in our attention to detail, cleanliness, and top-notch service, treating your home like it’s our own. With over 40 years of experience, we continue to offer the latest products and technology to keep your home looking its best — and performing at its best — for years to come.

"Our home is 85 years old and was in need of extensive renovations. We chose Window Concepts for our windows, roofing, and siding, and they did an outstanding job! Garrett provided a wide range of samples and made the entire process smooth and convenient. My wife and I highly recommend this family-owned company—they truly stand out! Their customer service is also exceptional and very accessible; 10/10 experience!"

Sean G on November 2024

Since 1982, Window Concepts has been helping homeowners make their houses more beautiful, comfortable, and energy-efficient. Led by Brian Murphy, our family-owned company is built on trust, quality, and customer care. From the very first conversation to the final installation, our friendly team is with you every step of the way — helping you choose the best windows, doors, siding, or roofing for your home and budget. We take pride in our attention to detail, cleanliness, and top-notch service, treating your home like it’s our own. With over 40 years of experience, we continue to offer the latest products and technology to keep your home looking its best — and performing at its best — for years to come.

"Our home is 85 years old and was in need of extensive renovations. We chose Window Concepts for our windows, roofing, and siding, and they did an outstanding job! Garrett provided a wide range of samples and made the entire process smooth and convenient. My wife and I highly recommend this family-owned company—they truly stand out! Their customer service is also exceptional and very accessible; 10/10 experience!"

Sean G on November 2024


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Berg Roofing and Home Improvements

4.65(
223
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Berg Roofing and Home Improvements

4.65(
223
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
992 local quotes requested
75 years of experience

We as a family would like to take the opportunity to personally thank you for your interest in Berg Roofing and Home Improvements. This is our family’s business of over 50 years and we are proud to be running it in the tradition of our grandfather. We have always strived to offer the very best products and options at a good price. We will explain to you our apporach; which has been tested thousands of times with customers like you. We offer a full line of services: roofing, replacement windows, vinyl siding and insulated vinyl siding, fascia, soffit, gutters and gutter guards systems. We are a professional roofing and siding contractor and we offer the highest quality service at a good price. Don’t cut corners on your most important asset, your home. If you are looking for something a little more, we are the company for you. We offer a competitive price, excellent workmanship, honesty and we are very responsive to you needs. You are our highest priority as a customer. We have a number of crews working in the community, so we are able to meet your scheduling needs. We do not leave jobs until they are finished. We will never start a new job, until the current job is finished. We are also one of the only companies in the area that offers a dedicated service crew. From the initial contact to all follow-up calls, you will experience for yourself how the Berg team always strives to achieve 100 % customer satisfaction. You will be pleasantly surprised by our high level of service. Additional email - customerservice@bergext.com

"Excellent work. Easy to communicate with."

Daniel O on May 2025

We as a family would like to take the opportunity to personally thank you for your interest in Berg Roofing and Home Improvements. This is our family’s business of over 50 years and we are proud to be running it in the tradition of our grandfather. We have always strived to offer the very best products and options at a good price. We will explain to you our apporach; which has been tested thousands of times with customers like you. We offer a full line of services: roofing, replacement windows, vinyl siding and insulated vinyl siding, fascia, soffit, gutters and gutter guards systems. We are a professional roofing and siding contractor and we offer the highest quality service at a good price. Don’t cut corners on your most important asset, your home. If you are looking for something a little more, we are the company for you. We offer a competitive price, excellent workmanship, honesty and we are very responsive to you needs. You are our highest priority as a customer. We have a number of crews working in the community, so we are able to meet your scheduling needs. We do not leave jobs until they are finished. We will never start a new job, until the current job is finished. We are also one of the only companies in the area that offers a dedicated service crew. From the initial contact to all follow-up calls, you will experience for yourself how the Berg team always strives to achieve 100 % customer satisfaction. You will be pleasantly surprised by our high level of service. Additional email - customerservice@bergext.com

"Excellent work. Easy to communicate with."

Daniel O on May 2025


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EcoChamp Windows and Siding

5.00(
57
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EcoChamp Windows and Siding

5.00(
57
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
582 local quotes requested

2017 - 2018 - 2019 -2020 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER! EcoChamp Windows and Siding prides itself on being the premier window, siding and roofing company in Cook, Lake, McHenry, Kane and DuPage Counties. We have provided exceptional service to both residential and commercial properties for many years. We have built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick and FREE estimates. With great attention to detail and competitive pricing, our products come with the best warranties in the industry. We pride ourselves in working with proven and leading manufactures, so our customers will have the most efficient, cutting edge products in the industry. Our business is driven on delighting our customers with great service, products, and highly trained expert installers with over 30 years experience. EcoChamp has been awarded numerous customer service awards, because of our hands-on, no pressure approach. We are screened and approved professionals, giving you the peace of mind you need. References gladly provided.

"Great price, worked quickly."

Margaret S on March 2025

2017 - 2018 - 2019 -2020 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER! EcoChamp Windows and Siding prides itself on being the premier window, siding and roofing company in Cook, Lake, McHenry, Kane and DuPage Counties. We have provided exceptional service to both residential and commercial properties for many years. We have built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick and FREE estimates. With great attention to detail and competitive pricing, our products come with the best warranties in the industry. We pride ourselves in working with proven and leading manufactures, so our customers will have the most efficient, cutting edge products in the industry. Our business is driven on delighting our customers with great service, products, and highly trained expert installers with over 30 years experience. EcoChamp has been awarded numerous customer service awards, because of our hands-on, no pressure approach. We are screened and approved professionals, giving you the peace of mind you need. References gladly provided.

"Great price, worked quickly."

Margaret S on March 2025


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Chicagoland Home Products

4.88(
43
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Chicagoland Home Products

4.88(
43
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 local quotes requested

Chicagoland Home Products is an independently owned and operated closet and window treatment company founded in 2011. With over 25 years of experience in design, manufacturing and installation, you can be sure that Chicagoland Home Products will deliver a quality product, whether it's custom closets, garage organizers, pantries or custom window treatments. We accept all major credit cards and we are Better Business Bureau accredited.

"Working with Chicagoland Home Products for my closets has been an excellent experience. We initially did four shelving projects with them a few years ago. They did such an excellent job and the closets and pantry have held up beautifully, so it was a no-brainer to have them complete my primary bedroom walk-in closet this month. Tammy is a pro and probably the nicest person you’ll ever meet! She remembered exactly who I was, even after a few years, and pulled up the previous design for my primary closet. We tweaked a few things to ensure I was happy and booked the install. The installers showed up on time, wore shoe covers without me asking, were very friendly, and completed my closet perfectly. I love it! I plan on working with Chicagoland Home Products in the future and recommend them to everyone."

Nicky M on May 2025

Chicagoland Home Products is an independently owned and operated closet and window treatment company founded in 2011. With over 25 years of experience in design, manufacturing and installation, you can be sure that Chicagoland Home Products will deliver a quality product, whether it's custom closets, garage organizers, pantries or custom window treatments. We accept all major credit cards and we are Better Business Bureau accredited.

"Working with Chicagoland Home Products for my closets has been an excellent experience. We initially did four shelving projects with them a few years ago. They did such an excellent job and the closets and pantry have held up beautifully, so it was a no-brainer to have them complete my primary bedroom walk-in closet this month. Tammy is a pro and probably the nicest person you’ll ever meet! She remembered exactly who I was, even after a few years, and pulled up the previous design for my primary closet. We tweaked a few things to ensure I was happy and booked the install. The installers showed up on time, wore shoe covers without me asking, were very friendly, and completed my closet perfectly. I love it! I plan on working with Chicagoland Home Products in the future and recommend them to everyone."

Nicky M on May 2025


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Proactive Prevention

5.00(
19
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Proactive Prevention

5.00(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
646 local quotes requested

Now the purpose of our business is to help you feel relieved that you are working with a professional friend in the handyman maintenance business that you can trust to help you find efficient proactive solutions for your home or business. And by giving you an excellent experience this causes you to want to introduce us to the people you care about most.

"It went very well. Ken was punctual and went to work straight away. He explained what he was doing with my vintage light fixture. He was so professional. I appreciate ProActiv handyman services. I've recommended them to several neighbors."

Rosalind S on September 2025

Now the purpose of our business is to help you feel relieved that you are working with a professional friend in the handyman maintenance business that you can trust to help you find efficient proactive solutions for your home or business. And by giving you an excellent experience this causes you to want to introduce us to the people you care about most.

"It went very well. Ken was punctual and went to work straight away. He explained what he was doing with my vintage light fixture. He was so professional. I appreciate ProActiv handyman services. I've recommended them to several neighbors."

Rosalind S on September 2025


The Granite Factory

4.44(
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The Granite Factory

4.44(
9
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Customers say: Super punctual
21 years of experience

Full service custom granite,quartz, and marble counter top fabrication and installation company.

Full service custom granite,quartz, and marble counter top fabrication and installation company.


HR Springborn LLC

5.00(
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HR Springborn LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

General Contractor, Remodeling & Carpentry

General Contractor, Remodeling & Carpentry


THE WINDOW GUYS

3.59(
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THE WINDOW GUYS

3.59(
17
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69 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


DSP Chicago REMODELING

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DSP Chicago REMODELING

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20 years of experience

Established in 2005, we put our 11 years of experience to work wowing and inspiring our clients with thoughtful design and attention to detail. We focus on exceeding expectations every step of the way.

Established in 2005, we put our 11 years of experience to work wowing and inspiring our clients with thoughtful design and attention to detail. We focus on exceeding expectations every step of the way.


Affordable Services

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Affordable Services

5.00(
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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 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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