Make Cents Solutions has been in business for over 10 years. Make us your one stop shop for all your new build and addition needs. We are professional, efficient, and always get the job done right the first time. We make it our mission to listen to our customers in order to ensure 100% satisfaction. So, stop shopping around and give us a chance to earn your business. Call today for your free estimate!
"Peter and his crew did a wonderful job with our kitchen demo...got rid of walls and closets and then put it all back together again. We couldn't be more pleased with their work. Professional guys with lots of experience. Always on time and cleaned the place up after they were done. Would highly recommend them....wonderful guys with lots of experience and personality. You cannot go wrong with these guys and they are extremely reasonable!!!!! And if you do get the pleasure of dealing with these guys, please treat them with respect and some good hospitality. They so deserve it!!!!!"
carol s on December 2017
Make Cents Solutions has been in business for over 10 years. Make us your one stop shop for all your new build and addition needs. We are professional, efficient, and always get the job done right the first time. We make it our mission to listen to our customers in order to ensure 100% satisfaction. So, stop shopping around and give us a chance to earn your business. Call today for your free estimate!
"Peter and his crew did a wonderful job with our kitchen demo...got rid of walls and closets and then put it all back together again. We couldn't be more pleased with their work. Professional guys with lots of experience. Always on time and cleaned the place up after they were done. Would highly recommend them....wonderful guys with lots of experience and personality. You cannot go wrong with these guys and they are extremely reasonable!!!!! And if you do get the pleasure of dealing with these guys, please treat them with respect and some good hospitality. They so deserve it!!!!!"
carol s on December 2017
Kendall Developments, Inc has the knowledge and expertise for all of your home building and home improvement needs. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of the 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. With over 18 years of experience, accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customer interest and make their concerns the basis of our business. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time a project is needed there will be no question on who to call. We look forward to earning your business!
"Saw this guy driving on the highway with some serious road rage. Purposely swerving into another car and blocking them when they tried to pass. I wouldn't hire someone who loses their head that easily"
Dave K on March 2024
Kendall Developments, Inc has the knowledge and expertise for all of your home building and home improvement needs. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of the 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. With over 18 years of experience, accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customer interest and make their concerns the basis of our business. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time a project is needed there will be no question on who to call. We look forward to earning your business!
"Saw this guy driving on the highway with some serious road rage. Purposely swerving into another car and blocking them when they tried to pass. I wouldn't hire someone who loses their head that easily"
Dave K on March 2024
Welcome to Precision Plus Builders! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"These builders are honest, up front, hard working, and local! I couldn’t ask for better service!"
Jeannie L on July 2022
Welcome to Precision Plus Builders! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"These builders are honest, up front, hard working, and local! I couldn’t ask for better service!"
Jeannie L on July 2022
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
J&J Construction Specialists, Inc. is an award-winning, family-owned and operated designer/builder with three generations of experience serving the Lake and McHenry County areas since 1995.
"They were wonderful to work with and did amazing work. They were more picky about how things were done than we were."
JoAnn A on November 2024
J&J Construction Specialists, Inc. is an award-winning, family-owned and operated designer/builder with three generations of experience serving the Lake and McHenry County areas since 1995.
"They were wonderful to work with and did amazing work. They were more picky about how things were done than we were."
JoAnn A on November 2024
Hello, we are the Santiago family! We wanted to share a little bit about ourselves so not only you can get to know us better but feel safe choosing us for your home project needs. We found ourselves feeling unfilled after years of working for other companies, we found that traits and qualities we thought were important as a business were either lacking or not present. So, we started our business in 2021 in the midst of the pandemic. We made it our mission to treat EVERY customer as we would our own friends and family. Providing service with integrity, transparency and quality. We have met so many wonderful people on our journey so far and we can’t wait to add YOU to that list!
"Absolutely fabulous from start to finish! 10/10 recommend!"
LAUREN S on May 2023
Hello, we are the Santiago family! We wanted to share a little bit about ourselves so not only you can get to know us better but feel safe choosing us for your home project needs. We found ourselves feeling unfilled after years of working for other companies, we found that traits and qualities we thought were important as a business were either lacking or not present. So, we started our business in 2021 in the midst of the pandemic. We made it our mission to treat EVERY customer as we would our own friends and family. Providing service with integrity, transparency and quality. We have met so many wonderful people on our journey so far and we can’t wait to add YOU to that list!
"Absolutely fabulous from start to finish! 10/10 recommend!"
LAUREN S on May 2023
Whether you are a homeowner looking to enhance your garage or basement or a business owner with specific flooring requirements, Broadleaf will provide the high-quality and professional epoxy flooring solution for your project. We provide the Chicago area with a variety of epoxy floor coating options and pride ourselves on the friendly, professional service we give to each customer. Broadleaf’s friendly and professional team will help you determine the best flooring option for your garage, basement, commercial space or industrial facility. Our years of epoxy flooring experience will then be used to properly install your new flooring in an efficient manner. Our service is always guaranteed.
"Good quality and quick!"
Daniel U on October 2023
Whether you are a homeowner looking to enhance your garage or basement or a business owner with specific flooring requirements, Broadleaf will provide the high-quality and professional epoxy flooring solution for your project. We provide the Chicago area with a variety of epoxy floor coating options and pride ourselves on the friendly, professional service we give to each customer. Broadleaf’s friendly and professional team will help you determine the best flooring option for your garage, basement, commercial space or industrial facility. Our years of epoxy flooring experience will then be used to properly install your new flooring in an efficient manner. Our service is always guaranteed.
"Good quality and quick!"
Daniel U on October 2023
Garage Door Corp is a small locally owned business located at 4646 Oakton St (rear) in Skokie, IL serving N/NW Chicago and suburban IL and is NOT A FRANCHISE. We provide complete sales, service, installation & repair of residential & commercial overhead garage doors, garage door electric openers, garage door torsion springs, remote controls, keyless entry and more in N/NW Chicago and suburbs. "Simply competent service at a fair price" is not just our slogan but rather our goal every day. Primary service area is N/NW Chicago and Suburban IL. Additional phone (847) 823-8300
"He was on time and figured out the problem very quickly. I was charged only for the service call and $20 in parts."
Fred S on April 2025
Garage Door Corp is a small locally owned business located at 4646 Oakton St (rear) in Skokie, IL serving N/NW Chicago and suburban IL and is NOT A FRANCHISE. We provide complete sales, service, installation & repair of residential & commercial overhead garage doors, garage door electric openers, garage door torsion springs, remote controls, keyless entry and more in N/NW Chicago and suburbs. "Simply competent service at a fair price" is not just our slogan but rather our goal every day. Primary service area is N/NW Chicago and Suburban IL. Additional phone (847) 823-8300
"He was on time and figured out the problem very quickly. I was charged only for the service call and $20 in parts."
Fred S on April 2025
We specialize in garage door repairs, sales and services. We also specialize in other areas in your garage such as Insulation, Drywall and Taping, Garage Painting, Epoxy and other flooring solutions for your garage as well as Garage Organization and Pedestrian Doors. Absolute Doors & Home Services inc. is a 24/7, multiple ANGIE'S LIST SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER and accredited A+ BBB member that is family owned and operated. We provide the absolute best garage door repairs and advice to customers in need. Additional phones: 630 518 8846, 224 410 9822, 708 506 6583
"Matt was on time and very knowledgeable about all aspects of the garage door components. In addition to fixing the spring he identified some wear items that needed replacement and lubrication. By the time he left the door was like brand new and operating almost silently. If your looking for an honest competent garage door company, give Absolute a phone call!"
Ken P on November 2024
We specialize in garage door repairs, sales and services. We also specialize in other areas in your garage such as Insulation, Drywall and Taping, Garage Painting, Epoxy and other flooring solutions for your garage as well as Garage Organization and Pedestrian Doors. Absolute Doors & Home Services inc. is a 24/7, multiple ANGIE'S LIST SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER and accredited A+ BBB member that is family owned and operated. We provide the absolute best garage door repairs and advice to customers in need. Additional phones: 630 518 8846, 224 410 9822, 708 506 6583
"Matt was on time and very knowledgeable about all aspects of the garage door components. In addition to fixing the spring he identified some wear items that needed replacement and lubrication. By the time he left the door was like brand new and operating almost silently. If your looking for an honest competent garage door company, give Absolute a phone call!"
Ken P on November 2024
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"Our first experience with ProLift Garage Doors could not have gone better. Our garage door broke over Easter weekend; we emailed on that Sunday night; Melvin Wong, the franchise owner, came out personally the very next day to meet with us and even fit our work schedules; and by Tuesday at lunch time, our new garage door was installed. Very pleased with the customer service."
Laura A on April 2025
****Emergency Same Day Service**** ****Price Matching**** ****Repair/Maintenance/Installations/Replacement**** ****Openers, Springs, Rollers, Hinges, Panels, Trim and Bottom Rubber****
"Our first experience with ProLift Garage Doors could not have gone better. Our garage door broke over Easter weekend; we emailed on that Sunday night; Melvin Wong, the franchise owner, came out personally the very next day to meet with us and even fit our work schedules; and by Tuesday at lunch time, our new garage door was installed. Very pleased with the customer service."
Laura A on April 2025
A well‑constructed, properly permitted detached garage adds between $12,000 and $36,000 to a home’s resale value. Buyers appreciate the secure parking, extra storage, and flexible workspace, so appraisers often bump the property’s value accordingly. The exact return depends on the garage’s size, finishes, and how well it matches the main house, but most homeowners see a strong ROI when the build meets local codes and passes inspection.
Yes—once it meets local building codes and you secure the proper permits, a detached garage can be converted into living space. Finishing the interior, adding climate control, and ensuring safe egress effectively increase your usable square footage, though it may not always count toward the official listing. Skipping permits can trigger fines and even force you to undo the work, so always clear plans with your city first.
Most homeowners policies cover a detached garage under the “other structures” provision, but coverage limits vary. Review your declarations page and ask your agent how much protection you have for separate structures. If the limit is lower than the garage’s replacement cost, you can raise it for a modest premium. Confirming the details now prevents headaches if you ever need to file a claim.