Q: Is a garage apartment a good investment?

A garage apartment represents a valuable addition to your property when properly constructed according to local regulations. The potential benefits include additional living space for family members, rental income possibilities, and increased property value. Your specific return depends on local housing market conditions, construction quality, and ongoing maintenance. Consider consulting with a real estate professional regarding potential returns in your neighborhood.

Q: What permits are needed to build a garage apartment?

Building a garage apartment requires multiple permits, with basic residential garage permits starting at $74 in most locations. You'll need separate approvals for structural elements, electrical systems, plumbing installations, and mechanical components. Many jurisdictions also require specific approval for accessory dwelling units. Contact your local building department early in your planning process to understand all requirements and associated costs.

Q: Can I convert my existing garage into an apartment?

Converting an existing garage into living space presents an alternative to new construction. The feasibility depends on your garage's structural condition, foundation type, and local zoning regulations. Key considerations include insulation requirements, utility connections, and moisture control. Research local codes thoroughly, as many municipalities have specific requirements for garage conversions.

All Service Calls, LLC

All Service Calls, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

22 years of experience

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Chicago Reno

3135 N Paulina St Apt 1F

Chicago Reno

3135 N Paulina St Apt 1F

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2 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Chicago Reno is a trusted remodeling and renovation company in the Chicagoland area. Our skilled team specializes in a wide range of services, including painting, drywall, carpentry, and general handyman work. With a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, we bring your vision to life. Contact us for reliable home improvement solutions in Chicago

"I would highly recommend Chicago Reno. Our basement unfortunately had cracked cast iron pipes, and our basement was in shambles because of the plumbing work that was needed. We were looking for a contractor to put our once finished basement back together again. It was a complete tear down and renovation. The team at Chicago Reno are wonderful people. Ben in the office was very professional, very easy to talk with and always got back to me as soon as possible. The quote for the job and it’s timeline was fair, realistic, reasonable and no hidden costs. The crew that worked on my basement, Ivan and Renee were highly qualified, paid close attention to every detail and extremely respectful to me, my family and my home. They listened to me when I talked about ideas and concerns and always answered my questions clearly for me to understand. I fully trusted them to guide and help me through the process of our renovation. The crew was reliable, came out every day and stayed on schedule. I was completely ecstatic with the final product of our basement renovation project. The quality and craftsmanship put into the project went beyond my expectations. With being highly satisfied with the outcome of our basement, since then, we have called upon Chicago Reno for other smaller projects in our house. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with our home."

Karen R on October 2024

Chicago Reno is a trusted remodeling and renovation company in the Chicagoland area. Our skilled team specializes in a wide range of services, including painting, drywall, carpentry, and general handyman work. With a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, we bring your vision to life. Contact us for reliable home improvement solutions in Chicago

"I would highly recommend Chicago Reno. Our basement unfortunately had cracked cast iron pipes, and our basement was in shambles because of the plumbing work that was needed. We were looking for a contractor to put our once finished basement back together again. It was a complete tear down and renovation. The team at Chicago Reno are wonderful people. Ben in the office was very professional, very easy to talk with and always got back to me as soon as possible. The quote for the job and it’s timeline was fair, realistic, reasonable and no hidden costs. The crew that worked on my basement, Ivan and Renee were highly qualified, paid close attention to every detail and extremely respectful to me, my family and my home. They listened to me when I talked about ideas and concerns and always answered my questions clearly for me to understand. I fully trusted them to guide and help me through the process of our renovation. The crew was reliable, came out every day and stayed on schedule. I was completely ecstatic with the final product of our basement renovation project. The quality and craftsmanship put into the project went beyond my expectations. With being highly satisfied with the outcome of our basement, since then, we have called upon Chicago Reno for other smaller projects in our house. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with our home."

Karen R on October 2024

EcoBuild Plus

409 West Algonquin Road

EcoBuild Plus

409 West Algonquin Road

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

40 local quotes requested

Discover the difference with EcoBuild+, your trusted partner for high-quality home renovations and remodeling. Our experienced team specializes in transforming homes with precision, style, and a commitment to excellence. Whether you’re upgrading a kitchen, modernizing a bathroom, or planning a full home renovation, we bring your vision to life with unmatched craftsmanship and attention to detail. At EcoBuild+, we believe in clear communication, reliable timelines, and delivering results that exceed expectations.

"I was so pleased with the work Eco Build did. They redid my bathroon in my office. It's now so beautiful."

Melinda P on September 2024

Discover the difference with EcoBuild+, your trusted partner for high-quality home renovations and remodeling. Our experienced team specializes in transforming homes with precision, style, and a commitment to excellence. Whether you’re upgrading a kitchen, modernizing a bathroom, or planning a full home renovation, we bring your vision to life with unmatched craftsmanship and attention to detail. At EcoBuild+, we believe in clear communication, reliable timelines, and delivering results that exceed expectations.

"I was so pleased with the work Eco Build did. They redid my bathroon in my office. It's now so beautiful."

Melinda P on September 2024

Hanlons Construction Inc.

Hanlons Construction Inc.

Customers say: Quality work

39 local quotes requested

43 years of experience

SINCE 1982, HANLON'S CONSTRUCTION INC. HAS BEEN SERVING THE GREATER CHICAGOLAND AREA FOR MOR THAN 42 YEARS! New Homes / Room Additions / Kitchens / Bathrooms / Basements / Roofing / Siding / Windows / Solar Panels A+ RATING ON THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU 4.8 Star Rating On Angies List

"Hanlons did a phenomenal job on our replacement roof. We highly recommend them to all of our friends and family."

Ruth T on January 2025

SINCE 1982, HANLON'S CONSTRUCTION INC. HAS BEEN SERVING THE GREATER CHICAGOLAND AREA FOR MOR THAN 42 YEARS! New Homes / Room Additions / Kitchens / Bathrooms / Basements / Roofing / Siding / Windows / Solar Panels A+ RATING ON THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU 4.8 Star Rating On Angies List

"Hanlons did a phenomenal job on our replacement roof. We highly recommend them to all of our friends and family."

Ruth T on January 2025

Wentworth Construction

Wentworth Construction

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

23 years of experience

Wentworth Construction, 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.

"It went excellent, they're innovative, problem solving and professional very trust worthy, outstanding planning and quality. Hight attention to detail and creativity. Worked within budget, this is our first big project we highly recommend and will hire Wentworth crew again. Be sure to consider Wentworth for your next instruction project."

Diana W on May 2024

Wentworth Construction, 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.

"It went excellent, they're innovative, problem solving and professional very trust worthy, outstanding planning and quality. Hight attention to detail and creativity. Worked within budget, this is our first big project we highly recommend and will hire Wentworth crew again. Be sure to consider Wentworth for your next instruction project."

Diana W on May 2024

Don Lorenc construction services, Inc.

Don Lorenc construction services, Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

47 local quotes requested

Kitchen/Bath/Basement Remodeling Specialist. We don't offer small repair or handyman projects. We have over 25 years' experience with residential projects. We hold general contractor licenses for Chicago, Evanston, Highland Park and other Illinois areas. With a skilled workforce covered by full Workers' Compensation and Liability insurance, we're ready to begin work on your residential or commercial construction and remodel or renovation project as soon as you need us. During our over 30 years in business, we have worked as a general contractor for new housing developers as well as individual homeowners and investors to take care of a broad variety of construction needs. Our past projects have involved everything from small painting projects and rehabilitation work to room additions and full house remodels.

"We can not speak highly enough about our experience with Don Lorenc Construction. He and his crew are incredibly professional and clearly experts in their field. Everyone who works with Don is in-house, so he is able to complete work in the projected time period. They are immediately responsive to every question and request. From the initial planning to the final construction, they guided us and walked us through every step. The final product is beautiful and exactly what we had hoped for. Working with Don was a pleasure, and we highly recommend Don Lorenc Construcrion for your next project."

Rachel C on March 2023

Kitchen/Bath/Basement Remodeling Specialist. We don't offer small repair or handyman projects. We have over 25 years' experience with residential projects. We hold general contractor licenses for Chicago, Evanston, Highland Park and other Illinois areas. With a skilled workforce covered by full Workers' Compensation and Liability insurance, we're ready to begin work on your residential or commercial construction and remodel or renovation project as soon as you need us. During our over 30 years in business, we have worked as a general contractor for new housing developers as well as individual homeowners and investors to take care of a broad variety of construction needs. Our past projects have involved everything from small painting projects and rehabilitation work to room additions and full house remodels.

"We can not speak highly enough about our experience with Don Lorenc Construction. He and his crew are incredibly professional and clearly experts in their field. Everyone who works with Don is in-house, so he is able to complete work in the projected time period. They are immediately responsive to every question and request. From the initial planning to the final construction, they guided us and walked us through every step. The final product is beautiful and exactly what we had hoped for. Working with Don was a pleasure, and we highly recommend Don Lorenc Construcrion for your next project."

Rachel C on March 2023

Cardona Services Inc

Cardona Services Inc

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

17 local quotes requested

Cardona Services was established by a father and son duo to streamline the construction process. We take pride in being a one-stop shop offering a wide range of services, from minor repairs to full remodels. We always collaborate with our clients to bring their vision to life and ensure they receive a fair price for top-notch work. If you have a concept in mind, let us turn it into reality. Contact us to get started!

"They were awesome. Went above and beyond. The price never changed. They were clean and meticulous and wanted to make sure we were happy. I even decided I wanted a bigger tub after he brought in the original one and I had him take it back. They did not complain or charge me more for the work. They are honest hard working, I can’t say enough positive things. The only negative and not really because it was Christmas time was a slight delay. To make up for that they wanted to work weekends and holidays as well. Pick them you won’t be disappointed."

Heather W on March 2025

Cardona Services was established by a father and son duo to streamline the construction process. We take pride in being a one-stop shop offering a wide range of services, from minor repairs to full remodels. We always collaborate with our clients to bring their vision to life and ensure they receive a fair price for top-notch work. If you have a concept in mind, let us turn it into reality. Contact us to get started!

"They were awesome. Went above and beyond. The price never changed. They were clean and meticulous and wanted to make sure we were happy. I even decided I wanted a bigger tub after he brought in the original one and I had him take it back. They did not complain or charge me more for the work. They are honest hard working, I can’t say enough positive things. The only negative and not really because it was Christmas time was a slight delay. To make up for that they wanted to work weekends and holidays as well. Pick them you won’t be disappointed."

Heather W on March 2025

URB REMODELING & RENOVATION CO.

URB REMODELING & RENOVATION CO.

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

55 local quotes requested

Chicago's Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Renovation company - URB Remodeling & Renovation Co. Our specialty is high rise condo remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations as well as basement finishing. We excel at finding solutions for challenging remodeling projects and turning ordinary or outdated kitchens and bathrooms into unique living spaces. URB Remodeling & Renovation Co team consists of experienced project managers, skilled craftsman, exceptional tile installers, professional painters, professional plumbers, licensed electricians, seasoned structural engineers, expert architects and refined interior designers. URB Remodeling and Renovation Co. serves Chicago, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Riverwoods, Bannockburn, Northbrook, Northfield, Glenview, Niles, Park Ridge, Lincolnwood, Lincolnshire, Lake Bluff, Des Plaines, Round Lake, and other Chicagoland locations.

"We hired URB to repair and restore our basement after a small flood. The new tile floor is perfection! All of the work is top-notch. The price was reasonable, and the workmen were punctual, polite, respectful, and so tidy. I would use URB in the future for any other remodeling needs that might arise."

Christine S on February 2021

Chicago's Kitchen Remodeling and Bathroom Renovation company - URB Remodeling & Renovation Co. Our specialty is high rise condo remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations as well as basement finishing. We excel at finding solutions for challenging remodeling projects and turning ordinary or outdated kitchens and bathrooms into unique living spaces. URB Remodeling & Renovation Co team consists of experienced project managers, skilled craftsman, exceptional tile installers, professional painters, professional plumbers, licensed electricians, seasoned structural engineers, expert architects and refined interior designers. URB Remodeling and Renovation Co. serves Chicago, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Deerfield, Riverwoods, Bannockburn, Northbrook, Northfield, Glenview, Niles, Park Ridge, Lincolnwood, Lincolnshire, Lake Bluff, Des Plaines, Round Lake, and other Chicagoland locations.

"We hired URB to repair and restore our basement after a small flood. The new tile floor is perfection! All of the work is top-notch. The price was reasonable, and the workmen were punctual, polite, respectful, and so tidy. I would use URB in the future for any other remodeling needs that might arise."

Christine S on February 2021

Gener Construction

Gener Construction

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

113 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"They did exactly what I needed. Professional, thorough in cleaning, explaining the process."

Geri D on December 2024

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"They did exactly what I needed. Professional, thorough in cleaning, explaining the process."

Geri D on December 2024

Budget Construction

5334 N Kedzie Ave Ste 5

Budget Construction

5334 N Kedzie Ave Ste 5

443 local quotes requested

49 years of experience

We can answer all of your design, installation and remodeling concerns on custom home improvement. Dealing directly with owners; we will beat any competitive price. Our company was founded in 1976 and has been a family-owned and operated business ever since. Our goal is to make your home remodeling experience enjoyable while allowing you to appreciate the quality of our work for years to come. We provide all types of remodeling projects including kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, roofing, and siding. Basically, anything you need updated and remodeled in your home, we can help. All of your design, installation, and remodeling questions and concerns will be answered by one of our experienced and professional design specialists. At Budget Construction Company, we work directly with homeowners and will beat any legitimate price.

"Michael has not shown up for the 10am appointment per Giovanni who contacted me yesterday and scheduled the appointment. It is now 11am. No one call or follow up at all. Waited for an hour and no show. This is not how business works. Can't trust your company already since you can't even committee a simple appointment. Very disappointed and waisted my valuable time. Please don't call my number anymore. I would give no star but not an option. Highly NOT recommended!!"

Angel C on September 2025

We can answer all of your design, installation and remodeling concerns on custom home improvement. Dealing directly with owners; we will beat any competitive price. Our company was founded in 1976 and has been a family-owned and operated business ever since. Our goal is to make your home remodeling experience enjoyable while allowing you to appreciate the quality of our work for years to come. We provide all types of remodeling projects including kitchens, bathrooms, room additions, roofing, and siding. Basically, anything you need updated and remodeled in your home, we can help. All of your design, installation, and remodeling questions and concerns will be answered by one of our experienced and professional design specialists. At Budget Construction Company, we work directly with homeowners and will beat any legitimate price.

"Michael has not shown up for the 10am appointment per Giovanni who contacted me yesterday and scheduled the appointment. It is now 11am. No one call or follow up at all. Waited for an hour and no show. This is not how business works. Can't trust your company already since you can't even committee a simple appointment. Very disappointed and waisted my valuable time. Please don't call my number anymore. I would give no star but not an option. Highly NOT recommended!!"

Angel C on September 2025

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