Certified Pro Renovation, Inc. has been in business since 1985 serving Lake Villa and the surrounding area. We work with integrity to make sure that the job is complete until the customer is satisfied. From siding repairs to full scale kitchen and bathroom remodels, we have the skills for all of your renovation needs.
"On time, work was quality"
Kimberly A on May 2025
Certified Pro Renovation, Inc. has been in business since 1985 serving Lake Villa and the surrounding area. We work with integrity to make sure that the job is complete until the customer is satisfied. From siding repairs to full scale kitchen and bathroom remodels, we have the skills for all of your renovation needs.
"On time, work was quality"
Kimberly A on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.
"The project was completed quickly. The workers were extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and artists in their craft. They cleaned up after each day. The contractor was hands-on in making sure everything went smoothly. We were extremely impressed and thrilled with the results. Wish I had a bigger budget for them to remodel my bathroom."
Frank H on February 2021
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job.
"The project was completed quickly. The workers were extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and artists in their craft. They cleaned up after each day. The contractor was hands-on in making sure everything went smoothly. We were extremely impressed and thrilled with the results. Wish I had a bigger budget for them to remodel my bathroom."
Frank H on February 2021
With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from bathroom remodels to major home repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Grandview Construction, Inc., a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"I am so grateful to Grandview Construction for our beautiful, new kitchen and master shower! They also painted our entire first floor including the trim. Our experience with Jeremy and his wonderful crew was A+mazing! Their workmanship was excellent, and Jeremy was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. The crew was friendly, professional and clearly experts at what they do. One of them has almost 30 years of experience in the industry. Jeremy and his crew provided many helpful details about the project from start to finish and was quick to let us know if any issues arose. When they had to make any adjustments they explained the reasons and were very patient in answering all of our questions and since this was our very first kitchen remodel we had a lot of questions. The project was completed on time and stayed within the very fair competitive estimate he gave us in the beginning, and we could not be happier with the gorgeous finished product. We will work with them on any other project we might do on our home, and I would recommend Grandview Construction without any reservation to anyone who is looking for a dependable and honest general contractor to work on their house."
Karisa H on August 2023
With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from bathroom remodels to major home repairs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Grandview Construction, Inc., a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"I am so grateful to Grandview Construction for our beautiful, new kitchen and master shower! They also painted our entire first floor including the trim. Our experience with Jeremy and his wonderful crew was A+mazing! Their workmanship was excellent, and Jeremy was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. The crew was friendly, professional and clearly experts at what they do. One of them has almost 30 years of experience in the industry. Jeremy and his crew provided many helpful details about the project from start to finish and was quick to let us know if any issues arose. When they had to make any adjustments they explained the reasons and were very patient in answering all of our questions and since this was our very first kitchen remodel we had a lot of questions. The project was completed on time and stayed within the very fair competitive estimate he gave us in the beginning, and we could not be happier with the gorgeous finished product. We will work with them on any other project we might do on our home, and I would recommend Grandview Construction without any reservation to anyone who is looking for a dependable and honest general contractor to work on their house."
Karisa H on August 2023
ONSITE ROOM SERVICES INC. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
ONSITE ROOM SERVICES INC. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"did a good job"
Alicia J on May 2024
At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"did a good job"
Alicia J on May 2024
Touchstone Group Construction is a full-service construction company providing residential and commerciall construction and property management services throughout Chicagoland. From residential remodels or new builds to multi family gut rehabs or cap ex projects, you can be sure we always deliver expert craftsmanship on time and on budget. The core principles of our company are simple: create a relationship with our clients based on honesty and transparency, and deliver high-level craftsmanship on time and on budget. Our experienced team of highly trusted professionals will make certain you are completely satisfied with our work from start to finish while leaving no detail overlooked. If you're interested in learning why our clients love us, contact us today!
"Professional team. Did the job in one day. Worked till the job was complete and everything was cleaned up."
Joann F on March 2020
Touchstone Group Construction is a full-service construction company providing residential and commerciall construction and property management services throughout Chicagoland. From residential remodels or new builds to multi family gut rehabs or cap ex projects, you can be sure we always deliver expert craftsmanship on time and on budget. The core principles of our company are simple: create a relationship with our clients based on honesty and transparency, and deliver high-level craftsmanship on time and on budget. Our experienced team of highly trusted professionals will make certain you are completely satisfied with our work from start to finish while leaving no detail overlooked. If you're interested in learning why our clients love us, contact us today!
"Professional team. Did the job in one day. Worked till the job was complete and everything was cleaned up."
Joann F on March 2020
Founded in 2006, Design First Builders is a premier home remodeling company in the Chicagoland area. With many years of experience and the industry’s top professionals, we are a one-stop-shop solution for all your home remodeling needs. We are a growing company reaching milestones every year. We specialize in Home Additions, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels, Basement Remodels, Custom Home Design and Build & Custom Cabinetry. Located in Itasca puts us right in your backyard whether you’re a city dweller or live in the suburbs. Design First Builders is your builder for quality, affordable, and unique design-build projects. Call today to schedule your FREE in-home consultation, 630-250-7777.
"We now have a beautiful kitchen. This price tag was on the high end, but that may have been due to either the high price of lumber at the time (Canadian wildfires) or the customer cabinetry that we needed or both. There were a few instances where I was glad we were on sight as I don’t know if the errors we saw would have been caught prior to them being installed. The upfront design and visualization is top notch, as is the quality of the material. The labor used to install was three star at best."
Stephen S on November 2024
Founded in 2006, Design First Builders is a premier home remodeling company in the Chicagoland area. With many years of experience and the industry’s top professionals, we are a one-stop-shop solution for all your home remodeling needs. We are a growing company reaching milestones every year. We specialize in Home Additions, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels, Basement Remodels, Custom Home Design and Build & Custom Cabinetry. Located in Itasca puts us right in your backyard whether you’re a city dweller or live in the suburbs. Design First Builders is your builder for quality, affordable, and unique design-build projects. Call today to schedule your FREE in-home consultation, 630-250-7777.
"We now have a beautiful kitchen. This price tag was on the high end, but that may have been due to either the high price of lumber at the time (Canadian wildfires) or the customer cabinetry that we needed or both. There were a few instances where I was glad we were on sight as I don’t know if the errors we saw would have been caught prior to them being installed. The upfront design and visualization is top notch, as is the quality of the material. The labor used to install was three star at best."
Stephen S on November 2024
Basements by Bek offers basement finishing services. We can transform your basement into a remarkable space. Our integrated contractor service promises a stress-free experience. All areas of the project are handled by us. Our owner has over 25 years of experience in contracting services. This experience ensures your basement is finished the correct way.
"The quality of the work was awesome and the workers were very professional and answered any questions I had along the way of the work. My only critique is that the timelines initially given and even at the beginning of the project were off by a couple of weeks. Some of the communication in that wasn’t always clear."
Jon Z on February 2025
Basements by Bek offers basement finishing services. We can transform your basement into a remarkable space. Our integrated contractor service promises a stress-free experience. All areas of the project are handled by us. Our owner has over 25 years of experience in contracting services. This experience ensures your basement is finished the correct way.
"The quality of the work was awesome and the workers were very professional and answered any questions I had along the way of the work. My only critique is that the timelines initially given and even at the beginning of the project were off by a couple of weeks. Some of the communication in that wasn’t always clear."
Jon Z on February 2025
We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing the Chicagoland area. Our focus is providing clients with a clear, upfront vision of expectations through a design/build approach. Our free design service provides potential customers with a collaborative consultation geared towards budget, wants, needs and lifestyle.
"We recently had our entire basement finished by Matrix Basements, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results! The entire process was smooth, professional, and stayed right on schedule. Rodrigo, our carpenter, did incredible work. His craftsmanship and attention to detail really brought everything together beautifully. Ben, our project manager, was fantastic at keeping everything running seamlessly. He was always communicative and made sure we were in the loop every step of the way. The whole team was timely, professional, and clearly committed to delivering a high-quality result. We’re beyond pleased with how everything turned out and can’t wait to start using and enjoying our new space. Highly recommend Matrix Basements! "
Chris B on May 2025
We are a locally owned and operated basement finishing specialist servicing the Chicagoland area. Our focus is providing clients with a clear, upfront vision of expectations through a design/build approach. Our free design service provides potential customers with a collaborative consultation geared towards budget, wants, needs and lifestyle.
"We recently had our entire basement finished by Matrix Basements, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results! The entire process was smooth, professional, and stayed right on schedule. Rodrigo, our carpenter, did incredible work. His craftsmanship and attention to detail really brought everything together beautifully. Ben, our project manager, was fantastic at keeping everything running seamlessly. He was always communicative and made sure we were in the loop every step of the way. The whole team was timely, professional, and clearly committed to delivering a high-quality result. We’re beyond pleased with how everything turned out and can’t wait to start using and enjoying our new space. Highly recommend Matrix Basements! "
Chris B on May 2025
Detached structures generally require more investment than interior conversions due to additional foundation work, independent utility connections, and exterior construction requirements. These standalone offices typically align with addition costs, ranging from $80 to $300 per square foot depending on design complexity and finish quality. Consider additional expenses for separate heating/cooling systems, insulation requirements, and potential zoning restrictions when planning a detached workspace.
Most jurisdictions require permits for structural modifications, electrical work, plumbing installations, and HVAC alterations. Requirements vary significantly between municipalities, making consultation with local building authorities essential before beginning work. Proceeding without proper permits can result in financial penalties, construction delays, or requirements to remove non-compliant installations, potentially increasing your overall project cost substantially.
Converting existing space is typically more economical, with costs ranging from $50 to $200 per square foot compared to $80 to $300 per square foot for new additions. Room conversions avoid expenses associated with foundations, exterior walls, roofing, and additional utility connections. Your decision should consider not only immediate costs but also how repurposing existing space might affect your home's overall functionality and value proposition.
Room conversions typically require between two and six weeks, depending on the extent of modifications. Building an addition generally takes three to four months from initial planning through final inspection. Your project timeline depends on permit processing, contractor availability, material delivery schedules, and any unforeseen complications discovered during construction. Weather conditions and seasonal factors may also influence completion timelines, particularly for exterior construction phases.
Home office expenses related to business activities may qualify for tax deductions, though specific eligibility requirements apply. You'll need to maintain thorough documentation of expenses and use the space exclusively for business purposes to qualify for most deductions. Tax benefits vary based on employment status, space utilization, and current tax regulations. Consulting a qualified tax professional before making renovation decisions can help you understand potential financial advantages specific to your situation.