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Marshfield Home Improvements Inc.

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Marshfield Home Improvements Inc.

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We do work Insurance restoration, renovation. We specialize in Kitchens, Bathrooms, Decks, and Basements. Let's discuss how we can help you on your next project.

We do work Insurance restoration, renovation. We specialize in Kitchens, Bathrooms, Decks, and Basements. Let's discuss how we can help you on your next project.


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The NL Group

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The NL Group

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The NL Group, in Lake Barrington, IL, is the area’s premier lawn care and landscaping company since 1970, serving Hawthorn, Lake Barrington, Barrington and the surrounding areas. We specialize in mulch, brick paving, retaining walls, landscape design and landscape maintenance. Contact The NL Group in Lake Barrington today for all your needs in snow removal, hardscaping, landscape installation and design, and more.

"NL Landscaping are always professional and do a great job. I've been using them for many years on many different projects and they have always done great work."

Thomas E on February 2020

The NL Group, in Lake Barrington, IL, is the area’s premier lawn care and landscaping company since 1970, serving Hawthorn, Lake Barrington, Barrington and the surrounding areas. We specialize in mulch, brick paving, retaining walls, landscape design and landscape maintenance. Contact The NL Group in Lake Barrington today for all your needs in snow removal, hardscaping, landscape installation and design, and more.

"NL Landscaping are always professional and do a great job. I've been using them for many years on many different projects and they have always done great work."

Thomas E on February 2020


AM PM Electric

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AM PM Electric

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Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by an hourly or flat rate, or by the job. No additional charge for after-hours service. No travel charges.

Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by an hourly or flat rate, or by the job. No additional charge for after-hours service. No travel charges.


D.W. Nellessen Construction, Inc.

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D.W. Nellessen Construction, Inc.

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15 years of experience

D.W. Nellessen Construction is a family owned and operated carpenter contractor business. All of our employees are professional carpenters that passed a rigorous local and national background check. D.W. Nellessen Construction takes pride in every project to ensure the satisfaction of our clients from start to finish. We sub out work that we do not do, such as electrical, concrete, plumbing, Etc. D.W. Nellessen Construction is an EPA Lead Safe Certified Firm, which means that we are able to test for lead and properly work on structures built before 1978 where lead is present. Remember, on structures built before 1978, have to be tested for lead before any work is done. It is illegal for any person to do work on a structure built prior to 1978 that hasn't been tested for lead and if lead is present it is illegal for any person to work on that structure that is not certified by the EPA. $34,000.00 fine for not complying.

D.W. Nellessen Construction is a family owned and operated carpenter contractor business. All of our employees are professional carpenters that passed a rigorous local and national background check. D.W. Nellessen Construction takes pride in every project to ensure the satisfaction of our clients from start to finish. We sub out work that we do not do, such as electrical, concrete, plumbing, Etc. D.W. Nellessen Construction is an EPA Lead Safe Certified Firm, which means that we are able to test for lead and properly work on structures built before 1978 where lead is present. Remember, on structures built before 1978, have to be tested for lead before any work is done. It is illegal for any person to do work on a structure built prior to 1978 that hasn't been tested for lead and if lead is present it is illegal for any person to work on that structure that is not certified by the EPA. $34,000.00 fine for not complying.


CB Home Improvement & Maintenance

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CB Home Improvement & Maintenance

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CB Home Improvement & Maintenance is a new home improvement & maintenance company, it is owned and operated by career construction professionals with over 30 years experience in the home building and home improvement industry. Our resumes include working with several national home builders, real estate developers, and commercial construction companies. This has provided CB Home Improvement & Maintenance with years of experience working with homeowners, subcontractors, and municipaities. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance has the willingness to do the small projects and the ability and knowledge to handle the largest projects. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance is primarliy operating in Lake and Mchenry counties, but we do have a subcontractor base stretching from Southern Wisconsin to Northwest Indiana. This allows CB Home Improvement & Maintenance to meet homeowner needs throughout the entire Chicago land area. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance understands that the decision to make an improvement can be difficult. You have a lot of questions and we will be here to clearly answer all of them. All estimates are free, and we provide a limited 12 month warranty on all our improvements. CB Home Improvment & Maintenance is committed to providing our homeowners with the best Service, & Quality and we will earn your Trust.

CB Home Improvement & Maintenance is a new home improvement & maintenance company, it is owned and operated by career construction professionals with over 30 years experience in the home building and home improvement industry. Our resumes include working with several national home builders, real estate developers, and commercial construction companies. This has provided CB Home Improvement & Maintenance with years of experience working with homeowners, subcontractors, and municipaities. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance has the willingness to do the small projects and the ability and knowledge to handle the largest projects. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance is primarliy operating in Lake and Mchenry counties, but we do have a subcontractor base stretching from Southern Wisconsin to Northwest Indiana. This allows CB Home Improvement & Maintenance to meet homeowner needs throughout the entire Chicago land area. CB Home Improvement & Maintenance understands that the decision to make an improvement can be difficult. You have a lot of questions and we will be here to clearly answer all of them. All estimates are free, and we provide a limited 12 month warranty on all our improvements. CB Home Improvment & Maintenance is committed to providing our homeowners with the best Service, & Quality and we will earn your Trust.


Naper Brook Plumbing, Inc.

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Naper Brook Plumbing, Inc.

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Naper Brook Plumbing is a fully licensed union plumbing company that has been in business for over 15 years. We are able to provide both residential and commercial plumbing work, for both new and existing construction. We also are certified to test back flow devices (RPZ valves).

Naper Brook Plumbing is a fully licensed union plumbing company that has been in business for over 15 years. We are able to provide both residential and commercial plumbing work, for both new and existing construction. We also are certified to test back flow devices (RPZ valves).


CHL Masonry & Remodeling

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CHL Masonry & Remodeling

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

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


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Welcome Home Property Inspections

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Welcome Home Property Inspections

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23 years of experience

Welcome Home Property Inspections provides certified residential and commercial property inspection services for Chicago and surrounding suburbs. The company provides buyers, sellers, and investors with expertly prepared reports allowing clients to make better informed decisions about their property. This veteran-owned company is led by Ron Krywanio, a ASHI certified, Illinois state licensed property inspector. Proudly serving Orland Park, Tinley Park, Mokena, Oak Forest, Frankfort, Orland Hills,Palos Park, Palos Heights, Palos Hills and other locations upon request.

Welcome Home Property Inspections provides certified residential and commercial property inspection services for Chicago and surrounding suburbs. The company provides buyers, sellers, and investors with expertly prepared reports allowing clients to make better informed decisions about their property. This veteran-owned company is led by Ron Krywanio, a ASHI certified, Illinois state licensed property inspector. Proudly serving Orland Park, Tinley Park, Mokena, Oak Forest, Frankfort, Orland Hills,Palos Park, Palos Heights, Palos Hills and other locations upon request.


Affinity Construction Co.

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Affinity Construction Co.

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LauterWerks, Inc

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LauterWerks, Inc

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Family-owned business.

Family-owned business.

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

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

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