Are hidden rooms legal?

Yes, hidden rooms are legal, as long as they meet all local building regulations. If you sell your house, most states require homeowners to disclose full houseplans, which would include any hidden rooms.

What should be in a safe room?

If your secret room is a safe room, it should contain a means of communication aside from a cell phone, such as a shortwave radio. You should also have plenty of drinking water, a portable generator, emergency food supplies, blankets, pillows, flashlights, batteries and a first aid kit.

Does a secret room add value to your home?

Any time you update your home’s square footage, you increase its value, but a secret room is a niche feature that doesn't rank high on every buyer’s list of must-haves. Investing your money in remodeling more common living areas like bedrooms, bathrooms, or kitchens will have a higher ROI than adding a secret room. Many secret rooms can act as entertainment spaces (think a game room or wine cellar) or quiet spaces (a library or study), so when building your secret room you may want to consider its versatility for when you’re ready to sell.

Top-Rated Addition to Existing Structure Building Services Experts in Jackson-park, IL

Budget Construction Co.

5334 North Kedzie Avenue

Budget Construction Co.

5334 North Kedzie Avenue

Customers say: Quality work

212 local quotes requested

49 years of experience

Budget Construction Company is your full-service remodeling and renovation expert in Chicagoland, turning Chicago houses into dream homes since 1976. From stunning kitchens and spa-like bathrooms to full home additions, roofing, and gut rehabs—we’re your one-stop shop for bringing comfort, style, and lasting value to your home. ✅ Licensed & insured ✅ Financing options ✅ On-time, on-budget delivery ✅ Transparent, fair pricing From concept to completion, we handle everything with care and precision. Request your free quote today.

"5-Star Review for Budget Construction Company I recently hired Budget Construction to complete a full gut renovation of my townhouse in Elk Grove Village, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From beginning to end, the project was handled with exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, and efficiency. I worked with Will, Max, and their team—and they were fantastic. They were thorough, responsive, and clearly experienced. They used high-quality materials throughout the renovation, and most importantly, there were no change orders—they stuck to both the original pricing and timeline, which is rare and incredibly appreciated. The transformation of my home is truly impressive, and it’s clear that this team takes great pride in their work. If you’re looking for a construction company that delivers quality, reliability, and outstanding service, I highly recommend Budget Construction. Mia Billard"

Muge P on July 2025

Budget Construction Company is your full-service remodeling and renovation expert in Chicagoland, turning Chicago houses into dream homes since 1976. From stunning kitchens and spa-like bathrooms to full home additions, roofing, and gut rehabs—we’re your one-stop shop for bringing comfort, style, and lasting value to your home. ✅ Licensed & insured ✅ Financing options ✅ On-time, on-budget delivery ✅ Transparent, fair pricing From concept to completion, we handle everything with care and precision. Request your free quote today.

"5-Star Review for Budget Construction Company I recently hired Budget Construction to complete a full gut renovation of my townhouse in Elk Grove Village, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From beginning to end, the project was handled with exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, and efficiency. I worked with Will, Max, and their team—and they were fantastic. They were thorough, responsive, and clearly experienced. They used high-quality materials throughout the renovation, and most importantly, there were no change orders—they stuck to both the original pricing and timeline, which is rare and incredibly appreciated. The transformation of my home is truly impressive, and it’s clear that this team takes great pride in their work. If you’re looking for a construction company that delivers quality, reliability, and outstanding service, I highly recommend Budget Construction. Mia Billard"

Muge P on July 2025

ERG Developers, LLC

1000 South Clark Street, Suite TH5

ERG Developers, LLC

1000 South Clark Street, Suite TH5

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

22 years of experience

Our mission at ERG Developers, LLC, is to continue the growth of our business, by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile, on a home owners face at the end of a project! ERG Developers, LLC, stacks up with the competition, and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship, and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"He and his staff are very professional! They completed the project on time and I love the way it turned out!"

Anthony Z on September 2020

Our mission at ERG Developers, LLC, is to continue the growth of our business, by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile, on a home owners face at the end of a project! ERG Developers, LLC, stacks up with the competition, and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship, and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"He and his staff are very professional! They completed the project on time and I love the way it turned out!"

Anthony Z on September 2020

Touchstone Group Construction

2308 W North Ave # C-1

Touchstone Group Construction

2308 W North Ave # C-1

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

17 years of experience

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

DESIGNFirst Builders

DESIGNFirst Builders

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

59 local quotes requested

Founded in 2006, Design First Builders is a premier home remodeling company in the Chicagoland area. With many years of experience and the industry’s top professionals, we are a one-stop-shop solution for all your home remodeling needs. We are a growing company reaching milestones every year. We specialize in Home Additions, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels, Basement Remodels, Custom Home Design and Build & Custom Cabinetry. Located in Itasca puts us right in your backyard whether you’re a city dweller or live in the suburbs. Design First Builders is your builder for quality, affordable, and unique design-build projects. Call today to schedule your FREE in-home consultation, 630-250-7777.

"We now have a beautiful kitchen. This price tag was on the high end, but that may have been due to either the high price of lumber at the time (Canadian wildfires) or the customer cabinetry that we needed or both. There were a few instances where I was glad we were on sight as I don’t know if the errors we saw would have been caught prior to them being installed. The upfront design and visualization is top notch, as is the quality of the material. The labor used to install was three star at best."

Stephen S on November 2024

Founded in 2006, Design First Builders is a premier home remodeling company in the Chicagoland area. With many years of experience and the industry’s top professionals, we are a one-stop-shop solution for all your home remodeling needs. We are a growing company reaching milestones every year. We specialize in Home Additions, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels, Basement Remodels, Custom Home Design and Build & Custom Cabinetry. Located in Itasca puts us right in your backyard whether you’re a city dweller or live in the suburbs. Design First Builders is your builder for quality, affordable, and unique design-build projects. Call today to schedule your FREE in-home consultation, 630-250-7777.

"We now have a beautiful kitchen. This price tag was on the high end, but that may have been due to either the high price of lumber at the time (Canadian wildfires) or the customer cabinetry that we needed or both. There were a few instances where I was glad we were on sight as I don’t know if the errors we saw would have been caught prior to them being installed. The upfront design and visualization is top notch, as is the quality of the material. The labor used to install was three star at best."

Stephen S on November 2024

Wentworth Construction

Wentworth Construction

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

13 local quotes requested

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

ADP Constructions INC.

1500 Robin Circle

4.67(

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ADP Constructions INC.

1500 Robin Circle

4.67(

6

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Customers say: Terrific value

1918 local quotes requested

4 years of experience

At ADP Constructions Inc., we take pride in delivering high-quality construction and remodeling services tailored to your needs. We have been proudly in the construction business since the early 2000's, providing high-quality services to our clients. Our team has completed numerous projects, ranging from small renovations to large-scale constructions. We can help design & build your dream kitchen, bathroom, additions, basements and more! Design your remodel from the ground up with the help of ADP! With years of experience in the industry, our skilled team specializes in residential and commercial projects, ensuring superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction in every job we undertake. We offer free consultations.

"We had such a wonderful experience working with ADP Constructions. From start to finish, they were friendly, professional, and truly attentive to our vision. They completely transformed our dark, dated, and tired primary bathroom into a bright, luxurious, modern space that feels like a dream come true. Throughout the process, they really listened to what I wanted and took the time to answer all of my questions, which made the entire project smooth and stress-free. The quality of their work exceeded our expectations, and we’re already considering them for future projects like our kitchen and another bathroom. We can’t recommend them highly enough!"

Jessica R on August 2025

At ADP Constructions Inc., we take pride in delivering high-quality construction and remodeling services tailored to your needs. We have been proudly in the construction business since the early 2000's, providing high-quality services to our clients. Our team has completed numerous projects, ranging from small renovations to large-scale constructions. We can help design & build your dream kitchen, bathroom, additions, basements and more! Design your remodel from the ground up with the help of ADP! With years of experience in the industry, our skilled team specializes in residential and commercial projects, ensuring superior craftsmanship, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction in every job we undertake. We offer free consultations.

"We had such a wonderful experience working with ADP Constructions. From start to finish, they were friendly, professional, and truly attentive to our vision. They completely transformed our dark, dated, and tired primary bathroom into a bright, luxurious, modern space that feels like a dream come true. Throughout the process, they really listened to what I wanted and took the time to answer all of my questions, which made the entire project smooth and stress-free. The quality of their work exceeded our expectations, and we’re already considering them for future projects like our kitchen and another bathroom. We can’t recommend them highly enough!"

Jessica R on August 2025

Mariscal Landscaping

11021 S Avenue O

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Mariscal Landscaping

11021 S Avenue O

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655 local quotes requested

15 years of experience

Our landscaping company offers a comprehensive range of professional services, including precision lawn mowing, meticulous lawn cleanup, expertly crafted patios, innovative brick design, proficient tree removal, meticulous gardening, and specialized sod removal or replacement. With a commitment to excellence, we enhance outdoor spaces, combining aesthetic appeal with precision and care.

TRIVIC REMODELERS INC

2728 N KEDZIE AVENUE

4.87(

130

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TRIVIC REMODELERS INC

2728 N KEDZIE AVENUE

4.87(

130

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Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

207 local quotes requested

For 25 years we have been servicing the remodeling needs of our customers. Excellent financing options available with low monthly payments.

"Ned and his team took our ideas and our dream for our bathroom, and they turned it into a reality than was even better than we expected. They gave us their professional opinion and listened to the things that were important to us, and from that created the perfect project. Friendly team, and super easy to work with. It was done on schedule, clean and efficient. Highly recommended!!"

Katherine D on February 2025

For 25 years we have been servicing the remodeling needs of our customers. Excellent financing options available with low monthly payments.

"Ned and his team took our ideas and our dream for our bathroom, and they turned it into a reality than was even better than we expected. They gave us their professional opinion and listened to the things that were important to us, and from that created the perfect project. Friendly team, and super easy to work with. It was done on schedule, clean and efficient. Highly recommended!!"

Katherine D on February 2025

Budget Construction

5334 N Kedzie Ave Ste 5

3.35(

23

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Budget Construction

5334 N Kedzie Ave Ste 5

3.35(

23

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•Approved Pro

2091 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

Luna Lever LLC

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3

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Luna Lever LLC

5.00(

3

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

1287 local quotes requested

At Luna Lever LLC, we're a team with over 30 years of experience in railroad maintenance, concrete, demolition, and excavation services. We also provide landscape and snow removal services. We offer a wide range of maintenance and construction services in Northwest, Indiana and Chicagoland demolition excavation construction demolition concrete excavation landscape snow removal maintenance and construction

"Extremely well. They're hard workers and they also cleaned up well. The turf looks amazing. 👌"

Deborah S on September 2025

At Luna Lever LLC, we're a team with over 30 years of experience in railroad maintenance, concrete, demolition, and excavation services. We also provide landscape and snow removal services. We offer a wide range of maintenance and construction services in Northwest, Indiana and Chicagoland demolition excavation construction demolition concrete excavation landscape snow removal maintenance and construction

"Extremely well. They're hard workers and they also cleaned up well. The turf looks amazing. 👌"

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