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The Granite Factory
4.44(
9
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In business since 2004

Warranties offered

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

Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Kevin's Heating and Air Conditioning
5.00(
2
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In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

We service all major heating and air conditioning brands, we install Rheem, Trane-American Standard, and Carrier furnaces and air conditioners. All come with a 10 yr. parts warranty. We honor all competitors coupons. We offer 20% off for seniors. We never charge overtime, for holidays, and after hours. We will exceed your expectations but not your budget!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
CHL Masonry & Remodeling
5.00(
1
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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small local business. Dependable and timely service. 16 years of experience in construction and masonry. Licensed and Insured.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
River West Construction
New to Angi

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

My business career to date originated with River West Construction which is a family owned and operated business that started in 1987. Our business specializes in interior and exterior construction. During the length of my career, with River West Construction, I have built over 50 custom made homes and Commercial buildings including the following: Taco Bell, KFC, Qdoba (owned by Jack in the Box), Casey Muffler and Brake, Lime Light Night Club, and Badger Murphy. Recently, our family business has down sized as an owner operated construction business in order to efficiently meet the needs of our customers and provide them with the skills and expertise that we are equipped with, allowing us to handle any job. We are now able to focus on our customers' individual needs and meet those needs to our best abilities, providing high quality customer satisfaction. Through our owner operated business we can successfully take on home repairs, small jobs, or complete remodels. Upon transitioning to a smaller owner operated business, we are pleased to see a high turnover rate due to continued support and customer referrals.

MAZI BUILDERS
4.97(
32
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In business since 1999

4 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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COMAIN USA Ltd
New to Angi

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

COMAIN is a company established since 2011, constantly evolving and adapting to new times and specifically the needs of our customers.\n\nCOMAIN 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.\n\nMission.\n 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.\nVision.\n Establish our Company as a leader in the needs for Maintenance and Repairs in the City of Chicago - USA.\nValues​​.\n 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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North Star remodeling
New to Angi

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Contractor

THE WINDOW GUYS
3.59(
17
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In business since 1956

"Good price. Professional install very happy with my new windows. Chicago Window Guys has it down to a science."
Recommended by52%of homeowners
Rostzorkvit Co.
4.00(
8
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In business since 2001

Free estimates

"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!"
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Green Park Construction LLC
New to Angi

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Custom Builder and Remodeler

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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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