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Avatar for Koss Remodeling
Koss Remodeling
14051 Prairie Commercial Park
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Koss Remodeling
14051 Prairie Commercial Park
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
348 local quotes requested

Koss Remodeling has been in business for over 10 years. We are locally owned & family operated. Since we started business we’ve completed over 1,000 projects throughout Illinois. We are a 5-star rated company with a proven track record of success. Staying up to date on the newest techniques is important to us which means we are always educating our employees on more efficient ways to complete a project. Our team is qualified to complete any type of remodel, reconstruction, or painting request.

"Everything looks GREAT!"

Eric L on June 2025

Koss Remodeling has been in business for over 10 years. We are locally owned & family operated. Since we started business we’ve completed over 1,000 projects throughout Illinois. We are a 5-star rated company with a proven track record of success. Staying up to date on the newest techniques is important to us which means we are always educating our employees on more efficient ways to complete a project. Our team is qualified to complete any type of remodel, reconstruction, or painting request.

"Everything looks GREAT!"

Eric L on June 2025


Avatar for Wine's Landscape and Construction
Wine's Landscape and Construction
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4.71(
14
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Approved Pro
Wine's Landscape and Construction
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4.71(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
587 local quotes requested

We are a small Construction and Landscape company that offers a wide array of services. We do full home remodels, and additions, home maintenance, patios, decks, fence construction, light drywall work, drainage, siding, gutters, windows and doors and small handyman repair services as well. Our Landscaping services include full Landscape design, Construction and Installation, as well as Maintenance and Gardening to keep it looking great year round. We are a small growing company. You will be working directly with the owner of the company, so you can be sure that your are taken care of correctly. Phillip moved to illinois in 2016 and started his business. He has been doing landscaping since 2000 and has his degree in Horticulture and in business. His construction experience is various from growing up on a farm, where his family together, build their own home, to working for other companies on various projects, to flipping properties. We are eager to help you with your design, new build, remodel, landscape or maintenance projects that you need help with.

"Excellent, courteous staff and excellent work"

Kris T on August 2024

We are a small Construction and Landscape company that offers a wide array of services. We do full home remodels, and additions, home maintenance, patios, decks, fence construction, light drywall work, drainage, siding, gutters, windows and doors and small handyman repair services as well. Our Landscaping services include full Landscape design, Construction and Installation, as well as Maintenance and Gardening to keep it looking great year round. We are a small growing company. You will be working directly with the owner of the company, so you can be sure that your are taken care of correctly. Phillip moved to illinois in 2016 and started his business. He has been doing landscaping since 2000 and has his degree in Horticulture and in business. His construction experience is various from growing up on a farm, where his family together, build their own home, to working for other companies on various projects, to flipping properties. We are eager to help you with your design, new build, remodel, landscape or maintenance projects that you need help with.

"Excellent, courteous staff and excellent work"

Kris T on August 2024


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Perfect Choice Exteriors LLC
402 S. Main St.
4.64(
190
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Approved Pro
Perfect Choice Exteriors LLC
402 S. Main St.
4.64(
190
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
106 local quotes requested

Your Satisfaction is Our Priority. With over 20 years of experience in home improvement including windows, siding, and roofing, we’re ready to ensure your upgrade is just right. Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Locally Owned for over 20 years!

"Well , I would give it a zero star if I could. We scheduled an appointment after we spoke with one of the representatives at our local fall festival. He seemed great and we are in the market for replacing our windows and siding. We scheduled the appointment for Saturday at one PM. They called on Friday and verified the appointment for the following day. One o'clock came and went and at one thirty I called the business and was transferred to an answering service. The third party answering service was great and she took down our name and information verified our contact number, email, and address and said they would forward it onto the company and someone would be in touch. Two days later and no contact. The company was a no call no show for the appointment that they had verified the day before! Zero professionalism, respect, or regard for potential clients with a decent sized job! Grateful we dodged that nightmare before it started!"

Nathan H on October 2024

Your Satisfaction is Our Priority. With over 20 years of experience in home improvement including windows, siding, and roofing, we’re ready to ensure your upgrade is just right. Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Locally Owned for over 20 years!

"Well , I would give it a zero star if I could. We scheduled an appointment after we spoke with one of the representatives at our local fall festival. He seemed great and we are in the market for replacing our windows and siding. We scheduled the appointment for Saturday at one PM. They called on Friday and verified the appointment for the following day. One o'clock came and went and at one thirty I called the business and was transferred to an answering service. The third party answering service was great and she took down our name and information verified our contact number, email, and address and said they would forward it onto the company and someone would be in touch. Two days later and no contact. The company was a no call no show for the appointment that they had verified the day before! Zero professionalism, respect, or regard for potential clients with a decent sized job! Grateful we dodged that nightmare before it started!"

Nathan H on October 2024


Avatar for Masterpiece Remodeling
Masterpiece Remodeling
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Masterpiece Remodeling
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
817 local quotes requested

We offer quality and affordable general contracting services. Turn your dream into a masterpiece

"Everything went great and was done very quickly. Will definitely hire again."

Delton M on January 2025

We offer quality and affordable general contracting services. Turn your dream into a masterpiece

"Everything went great and was done very quickly. Will definitely hire again."

Delton M on January 2025


Arb window wash
No reviews
Arb window wash
No reviews

I do all kinds of window washing, been in buisness for 14 years now. Give me a call. Thanks.

I do all kinds of window washing, been in buisness for 14 years now. Give me a call. Thanks.


Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


Aloha Construction, Inc.
7 Westport Ct. Suite A
3.69(
13
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Aloha Construction, Inc.
7 Westport Ct. Suite A
3.69(
13
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Customers say: Quality work
17 years of experience

Aloha Construction, Inc. is a local General Contractor for Exterior Restoration serving all of Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Our quality claims specialists, field supervisors, managers, installers, inspectors, and office staff have you covered for all your buildings roofing, siding, gutter, and exterior needs.

"SCAMMERS!!!! Tried several times for them to provide me with a itemized estimate after a month of waiting I went with someone else and then they threaten a lien"

Cara P on July 2024

Aloha Construction, Inc. is a local General Contractor for Exterior Restoration serving all of Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Our quality claims specialists, field supervisors, managers, installers, inspectors, and office staff have you covered for all your buildings roofing, siding, gutter, and exterior needs.

"SCAMMERS!!!! Tried several times for them to provide me with a itemized estimate after a month of waiting I went with someone else and then they threaten a lien"

Cara P on July 2024


Mr Fix It 911
6 James PL
5.00(
2
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Mr Fix It 911
6 James PL
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With 20yrs Experience our Company can provide you with your handyman needs. We work with Maintenance Co. who provide Services with Companies like Old Navy, J-jill, and Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Many more. Call Me Today for a 10% discount on a wood or aluminum fence. Free Estimate.

With 20yrs Experience our Company can provide you with your handyman needs. We work with Maintenance Co. who provide Services with Companies like Old Navy, J-jill, and Dollar Tree, CVS Pharmacy and Many more. Call Me Today for a 10% discount on a wood or aluminum fence. Free Estimate.


Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Color Your Carpet
9800 Beach Blvd
4.36(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
37 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.


Josh Wallis Roofing & General Construction
423 N Chestnut St
1.00(
1
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Josh Wallis Roofing & General Construction
423 N Chestnut St
1.00(
1
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19 years of experience

Call cause we do it all..! 10% off all asphalt roofs through June.. 5% off all treated decks.!

"no-show, no call, two days in a row."

Joi O on April 2022

Call cause we do it all..! 10% off all asphalt roofs through June.. 5% off all treated decks.!

"no-show, no call, two days in a row."

Joi O on April 2022

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in Decatur, IL

Converting a vaulted ceiling into a second floor requires three to six months from planning to completion. The process begins with several weeks of design and engineering, followed by permit applications, which vary in processing time by location. 

Construction itself spans several months, including framing, systems installation, and finishing work. Weather conditions, contractor availability, and inspection schedules can all influence your project timeline.

Several factors could make your conversion challenging or impossible. Inadequate roof support structures, insufficient foundation capacity, or problematic truss configurations might require prohibitively expensive modifications. 

Some homes lack the minimum ceiling height (12 feet at the lowest point) needed for functional second-floor spaces. Building code restrictions in your area might also limit conversion possibilities, particularly in historic districts or homes with specific architectural designations.

Begin with professional assessments from both an architect and a structural engineer who will evaluate your home's specific characteristics. They'll examine existing framing, measure available headroom, assess load-bearing capacity, and identify potential obstacles like HVAC ducts or plumbing vents. 

These experts will also review local building codes to determine feasibility. Their preliminary analysis provides crucial information about structural requirements and potential limitations before you commit to the project.

Whether you'll need temporary housing depends on several factors, including the project's scope and your tolerance for construction disruption. Major structural work creates significant noise, dust, and potential utility interruptions that many families find challenging to live with. Safety concerns may also arise during certain construction phases. 

Some homeowners successfully remain by isolating the construction zone and establishing clear work schedules. Discuss living arrangements with your contractor early in the planning process to make informed decisions.

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