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.
"Efficient scheduling on builder trend! They did an awesome job cleaning up after themselves too! Ask to work with Ben as your project manager!"
Lana G on June 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.
"Efficient scheduling on builder trend! They did an awesome job cleaning up after themselves too! Ask to work with Ben as your project manager!"
Lana G on June 2025
Specializing in lawn care! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
Specializing in lawn care! We always guarantee your satisfaction and won’t leave until the job is done right. We take pride in ourselves and on the quality work we provide, while always delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered, then call --or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
I've been in the trades since I was 15, looking for opportunities to grow my buisness after moving to a new area recently. We generally are a group of full time contractors, engineers and project managers that like to get our hands dirty. We work fast, do everything in house, work flexible hours and pride ourselves on affordable pricing.
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Emerald Bay Design and Construction for a major renovation project, and I couldn't be more impressed with the craftsmanship. From start to finish, they demonstrated a deep understanding of design and construction techniques, delivering outstanding results that exceeded my expectations. Richard took the time to understand my vision and translated it into a beautifully crafted reality. Communication was clear and timely throughout the process and I received my bid back quickly and accurately. Overall, I would highly recommend Emerald Bay Design and Construction to anyone looking for a design and construction company. I am thrilled with the results of my project and look forward to working with them again in the future."
Allie W on June 2024
I've been in the trades since I was 15, looking for opportunities to grow my buisness after moving to a new area recently. We generally are a group of full time contractors, engineers and project managers that like to get our hands dirty. We work fast, do everything in house, work flexible hours and pride ourselves on affordable pricing.
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Emerald Bay Design and Construction for a major renovation project, and I couldn't be more impressed with the craftsmanship. From start to finish, they demonstrated a deep understanding of design and construction techniques, delivering outstanding results that exceeded my expectations. Richard took the time to understand my vision and translated it into a beautifully crafted reality. Communication was clear and timely throughout the process and I received my bid back quickly and accurately. Overall, I would highly recommend Emerald Bay Design and Construction to anyone looking for a design and construction company. I am thrilled with the results of my project and look forward to working with them again in the future."
Allie W on June 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
Transform your outdoor space with Foremost Landscape Inc. Our expert team specializes in creating stunning landscapes and hardscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today to bring your dream garden to life.
"Foremost landscaping provided excellent service on my lawn! The owner was also able to help my husband and I map out a really nice patio in our backyard. He was very professional and the job was completed in an efficient and timely manner. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their outdoor apace!"
juliana M on March 2024
Transform your outdoor space with Foremost Landscape Inc. Our expert team specializes in creating stunning landscapes and hardscapes that will make your neighbors green with envy. Contact us today to bring your dream garden to life.
"Foremost landscaping provided excellent service on my lawn! The owner was also able to help my husband and I map out a really nice patio in our backyard. He was very professional and the job was completed in an efficient and timely manner. We would highly recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their outdoor apace!"
juliana M on March 2024
GR General Contracting can help you achieve your goal of creating the home you always wanted. As a general contractor we can handle most any project, from remodeling kitchens and bathrooms or finishing basements, to building additions and decks. With years of experience improving the homes of our community, we combine skilled craftsmanship with hard-working dedication to give your project the attention and care it deserves.
"Gordon and his team were very professional! Gordon is very responsive and communicates the plan at every step without prompting."
Joy P on January 2025
GR General Contracting can help you achieve your goal of creating the home you always wanted. As a general contractor we can handle most any project, from remodeling kitchens and bathrooms or finishing basements, to building additions and decks. With years of experience improving the homes of our community, we combine skilled craftsmanship with hard-working dedication to give your project the attention and care it deserves.
"Gordon and his team were very professional! Gordon is very responsive and communicates the plan at every step without prompting."
Joy P on January 2025
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc. is a family owned business by two brothers that love to create customers imaginations into realities. We as Top Bros Construction do all kind of interior remodeling in people's homes. From remodeling your bathrooms into master bathrooms or having the nicest kitchen you ever picture. We also install all hard surface floors starting from vinyl planks, laminate, vct tile, hardwood, engineer hardwood, ceramics. We refinishing and varnish hardwood floors as well as stairs and handrails. Were love to help our customers go thru the whole experience in a great matter of order and completion.
"I started the project with simple plans to replace and fix problems in a newly purchased home. brought Top Bros in and them came up with a number of great ideas to improve the look and function of the home. Looks great"
Andrew s on February 2025
Top Bros Construction & Remodeling Inc. is a family owned business by two brothers that love to create customers imaginations into realities. We as Top Bros Construction do all kind of interior remodeling in people's homes. From remodeling your bathrooms into master bathrooms or having the nicest kitchen you ever picture. We also install all hard surface floors starting from vinyl planks, laminate, vct tile, hardwood, engineer hardwood, ceramics. We refinishing and varnish hardwood floors as well as stairs and handrails. Were love to help our customers go thru the whole experience in a great matter of order and completion.
"I started the project with simple plans to replace and fix problems in a newly purchased home. brought Top Bros in and them came up with a number of great ideas to improve the look and function of the home. Looks great"
Andrew s on February 2025
At Tairi Construction we stand with our customers. We strive to make your fantasies a reality, by specializing in all aspects of home remodeling. The services that we provide are: painting, hard wood and laminate flooring, complete kitchen and bathroom remodels, full Rec room remodel, tile work, and shower installs that will take as little as one day! For any and all inquiries please contact us at (414)376-7377
"Excellent work. Took the time to make sure the job was done perfect. Cleaned up every day"
Doug L on February 2023
At Tairi Construction we stand with our customers. We strive to make your fantasies a reality, by specializing in all aspects of home remodeling. The services that we provide are: painting, hard wood and laminate flooring, complete kitchen and bathroom remodels, full Rec room remodel, tile work, and shower installs that will take as little as one day! For any and all inquiries please contact us at (414)376-7377
"Excellent work. Took the time to make sure the job was done perfect. Cleaned up every day"
Doug L on February 2023
MH Renovations LLC is a family-owned and operated home improvement company proudly serving Southeastern Wisconsin. We specialize in high-quality, custom renovations tailored to your budget, lifestyle, and vision. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail, we deliver results that are both functional and beautiful. Whether you're updating a kitchen, remodeling a bathroom, finishing a basement, or tackling a full-home renovation, we bring care, precision, and professionalism to every project. Your home is treated with the utmost respect—we go the extra mile to keep your space and materials clean, organized, and protected throughout the construction process. We are fully licensed and insured, giving you peace of mind every step of the way. With a wide range of services and a dedication to client satisfaction, we're confident you'll enjoy working with us. Feel free to browse our website and contact us with any questions or to schedule a consultation. We look forward to bringing your vision to life.
"Extremely well. It's nice to work with someone that has a great professional work ethic."
Bethanne C on February 2025
MH Renovations LLC is a family-owned and operated home improvement company proudly serving Southeastern Wisconsin. We specialize in high-quality, custom renovations tailored to your budget, lifestyle, and vision. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail, we deliver results that are both functional and beautiful. Whether you're updating a kitchen, remodeling a bathroom, finishing a basement, or tackling a full-home renovation, we bring care, precision, and professionalism to every project. Your home is treated with the utmost respect—we go the extra mile to keep your space and materials clean, organized, and protected throughout the construction process. We are fully licensed and insured, giving you peace of mind every step of the way. With a wide range of services and a dedication to client satisfaction, we're confident you'll enjoy working with us. Feel free to browse our website and contact us with any questions or to schedule a consultation. We look forward to bringing your vision to life.
"Extremely well. It's nice to work with someone that has a great professional work ethic."
Bethanne C on February 2025
Holague Pavers 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.
Holague Pavers 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.
A general contractor oversees a project from start to completion. They create the project’s timeline and schedule, hire, manage, and pay subcontractors and workers, and purchase and deliver building materials and supplies. They’ll also acquire necessary permits and HOA approvals, plan and execute necessary project changes, and make sure work meets quality standards.
Hiring an independent general contractor costs between 10% and 20% of your overall project cost, with larger projects incurring fees up to 25%. This fee covers complete project oversight, scheduling, and subcontractor management. The fee ranges from a few hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars, reflecting the full scope of the planned work and ensuring seamless coordination throughout the construction process.
General contractors typically provide estimates at no charge, but some may charge a small fee, especially for more complex projects. It's important to secure a written estimate, as it establishes a transparent agreement on project scope, labor, materials, and any additional fees. This helps protect you against unforeseen expenses and ensures clarity before the work begins.
When hiring a general contractor, you must provide an upfront deposit that ranges from 10% to 20% of your overall project cost. This deposit secures material orders, labor scheduling, and initial project preparations. An upfront deposit exceeding 50% is a clear warning sign and should prompt thorough contract verification before proceeding.