HandyKarl 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.
"Karl and his crew are top notch. Great communication, attention to detail, and very fair pricing. Remodeling can be very overwhelming and Karl makes the process a piece of cake. Lastly, Karl recommends upgrades and finishing touches that are always the more affordable option - never any surprises with expensive add-ons or the final bill!"
Jon R on August 2023
HandyKarl 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.
"Karl and his crew are top notch. Great communication, attention to detail, and very fair pricing. Remodeling can be very overwhelming and Karl makes the process a piece of cake. Lastly, Karl recommends upgrades and finishing touches that are always the more affordable option - never any surprises with expensive add-ons or the final bill!"
Jon R on August 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The owner Ivan was great to work with. He was very accommodating in every way. Any concerns I had were immediately addressed. His communication on any change was quick and again very worth while taking too on your next pation or paving project."
Steve D on September 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The owner Ivan was great to work with. He was very accommodating in every way. Any concerns I had were immediately addressed. His communication on any change was quick and again very worth while taking too on your next pation or paving project."
Steve D on September 2024
JK Company is a locally owned and family-run company with over 25 years experience. With creativity at the forefront, we design and detail your hardscape items to fit your needs. We specialize in brick driveways and walkways, decks, patios, and pergolas. We also provide irrigation, drainage solutions, and waterproofing, that are signed and sealed and can be permitted. We are extremely dedicated and customer-oriented. We understand the value of building lifelong relationships with our clients. Once you have worked with JK Company, you will never have to seek another contractor again. Workmanship guaranteed. Licensed, bonded and insured. Prompt reply to your requests. Call today for a free estimate.
"They did a great job. i would hire them again."
Grant N on March 2025
JK Company is a locally owned and family-run company with over 25 years experience. With creativity at the forefront, we design and detail your hardscape items to fit your needs. We specialize in brick driveways and walkways, decks, patios, and pergolas. We also provide irrigation, drainage solutions, and waterproofing, that are signed and sealed and can be permitted. We are extremely dedicated and customer-oriented. We understand the value of building lifelong relationships with our clients. Once you have worked with JK Company, you will never have to seek another contractor again. Workmanship guaranteed. Licensed, bonded and insured. Prompt reply to your requests. Call today for a free estimate.
"They did a great job. i would hire them again."
Grant N on March 2025
Greenworks Landscape is a family owned and operated company that serves Lake County, IL. Serving residential & commercial clients; Greenworks Landscape offers competitive pricing. Greenworks team works hard to make your landscaping headaches go away. Save time and money with Green Works Landscape -- your garden and grass will thank you later. Call today for a free quote!
"Isaiah and his team from greenworks landscape did an amazing job with my patio. They were very friendly and worked very efficiently in a professional manner. Highly recommend this company for any of your backyard projects"
fouzia p on May 2025
Greenworks Landscape is a family owned and operated company that serves Lake County, IL. Serving residential & commercial clients; Greenworks Landscape offers competitive pricing. Greenworks team works hard to make your landscaping headaches go away. Save time and money with Green Works Landscape -- your garden and grass will thank you later. Call today for a free quote!
"Isaiah and his team from greenworks landscape did an amazing job with my patio. They were very friendly and worked very efficiently in a professional manner. Highly recommend this company for any of your backyard projects"
fouzia p on May 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.
"After spending a good amount with a different contractor to remodel our main floor, we had to settle with the fact that a basement remodel was likely not in our short term plans. However, after taking a meeting with Matrix, we were pleasantly surprised that a substantial remodel was not out of the question after all. We were honestly so focused on the fact that something could get done that we didn’t nit pick on the finishes and some of the details, but wow were we impressed by the quality and workmanship of the end product. The project managers (we had Ben) do everything that’s needed to keep on schedule, but rest assured this does not mean that any shortcuts of any kind are taken. The sub-contractors used are simply amazing, and seem motivated to do whatever is needed to keep Matrix and the customers happy. Overall, we couldn’t be more pleased with how everything turned out!"
Jaime F 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.
"After spending a good amount with a different contractor to remodel our main floor, we had to settle with the fact that a basement remodel was likely not in our short term plans. However, after taking a meeting with Matrix, we were pleasantly surprised that a substantial remodel was not out of the question after all. We were honestly so focused on the fact that something could get done that we didn’t nit pick on the finishes and some of the details, but wow were we impressed by the quality and workmanship of the end product. The project managers (we had Ben) do everything that’s needed to keep on schedule, but rest assured this does not mean that any shortcuts of any kind are taken. The sub-contractors used are simply amazing, and seem motivated to do whatever is needed to keep Matrix and the customers happy. Overall, we couldn’t be more pleased with how everything turned out!"
Jaime F on June 2025
Master Craft & Design specializes in every aspect of custom building, home renovations indoor/outdoor, custom and refinished cabinetry and home remodeling services. We are proud to provide Top quality construction to our Lake and Mchenry county community. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely satisfied. Our skilled installers provide quality workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your home is well-maintained and fully functional. Call us today Free In-Home Consultation.
"They did a awesome job!"
Sonia A on June 2025
Master Craft & Design specializes in every aspect of custom building, home renovations indoor/outdoor, custom and refinished cabinetry and home remodeling services. We are proud to provide Top quality construction to our Lake and Mchenry county community. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely satisfied. Our skilled installers provide quality workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your home is well-maintained and fully functional. Call us today Free In-Home Consultation.
"They did a awesome job!"
Sonia A on June 2025
GR General Contracting is a one stop shop for all of your residential remodeling needs. For an immediate response to your remodeling project call Gordon Rudd (Owner) @ (847) 871-7439
"Perfect. Done in 2 hours. Work was well done."
Julie K on April 2025
GR General Contracting is a one stop shop for all of your residential remodeling needs. For an immediate response to your remodeling project call Gordon Rudd (Owner) @ (847) 871-7439
"Perfect. Done in 2 hours. Work was well done."
Julie K on April 2025
Prime Baths and Home Solutions of Illinois is the leader in exceptional custom service for bathroom remodeling projects in the greater Chicagoland area! We provide excellent craftsmanship while offering very competitive pricing, as well as in house installers. No Sub -Contractors! We additionally offer products that are backed up with a lifetime warranty, and have incredible financing offers! Rates as low as 0%. Contact us today to set up a FREE in home quote. We look forward to hearing from you!
"The men made a great new shower area! They cleaned up as well! I called the office to try to arrange the balance of work. Haven’t heard back from anyone - but yes! The work great!"
Jean H on November 2024
Prime Baths and Home Solutions of Illinois is the leader in exceptional custom service for bathroom remodeling projects in the greater Chicagoland area! We provide excellent craftsmanship while offering very competitive pricing, as well as in house installers. No Sub -Contractors! We additionally offer products that are backed up with a lifetime warranty, and have incredible financing offers! Rates as low as 0%. Contact us today to set up a FREE in home quote. We look forward to hearing from you!
"The men made a great new shower area! They cleaned up as well! I called the office to try to arrange the balance of work. Haven’t heard back from anyone - but yes! The work great!"
Jean H on November 2024
We are a family owned business with over 40 years of construction experience between us. We specialize in Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels, Basements, General Remodels, Deck Building. Good quality craftsmanship is what we deliver and nothing is more important to us than your satisfaction and referral. 10 employees, billing procedures depend on the job, free estimates.We service the Northern suburbs of Chicago & Southern Wisconsin.
"Remodel went extremely well even with material delays (not ordered through Rowe construction.) They were able to pivot and work on different areas of this extensive remodel. This crew showed up every day and notified us if they were not going to come or if they were delayed.They also pointed out and/or were able to troubleshoot areas of design that wouldn’t look aesthetically pleasing. In addition, they cleaned up the interior each day and regularly picked up construction waste placed in the garage during this process."
polly k on April 2023
We are a family owned business with over 40 years of construction experience between us. We specialize in Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels, Basements, General Remodels, Deck Building. Good quality craftsmanship is what we deliver and nothing is more important to us than your satisfaction and referral. 10 employees, billing procedures depend on the job, free estimates.We service the Northern suburbs of Chicago & Southern Wisconsin.
"Remodel went extremely well even with material delays (not ordered through Rowe construction.) They were able to pivot and work on different areas of this extensive remodel. This crew showed up every day and notified us if they were not going to come or if they were delayed.They also pointed out and/or were able to troubleshoot areas of design that wouldn’t look aesthetically pleasing. In addition, they cleaned up the interior each day and regularly picked up construction waste placed in the garage during this process."
polly k on April 2023
Oregel brick paving is a locally owned company with 20+ years experience. Quality and customer satisfaction is always at the top of our list so we always bring our highest quality of work and customer service to every job that we complete. Our focus is to complete the job in a quick and timely manner with the utmost professionalism and work with our clients to create the vision they have to enhance their outdoor living space at a competitive price.
"Good did great job"
Vito v on November 2024
Oregel brick paving is a locally owned company with 20+ years experience. Quality and customer satisfaction is always at the top of our list so we always bring our highest quality of work and customer service to every job that we complete. Our focus is to complete the job in a quick and timely manner with the utmost professionalism and work with our clients to create the vision they have to enhance their outdoor living space at a competitive price.
"Good did great job"
Vito v on November 2024
Most outdoor kitchen pros finish the actual build in four to six weeks. That window covers framing, flooring, utilities, and appliance installation. Your timeline may stretch if the site needs extra prep, special-order materials, or you hit a busy season for contractors. Remember, planning, permits, and design meetings happen before the clock starts, so budget extra time for those steps.
In cold or wet climates, winterizing is worth the effort. Seal countertops, drain water lines, cover appliances, and ensure that cabinets and fixtures are constructed from weather-resistant materials, such as granite or stainless steel. Adding a roof or pergola helps protect surfaces from snow, rain, and UV rays. A few preventative steps each fall can keep repairs and frustration to a minimum come spring.
Yes—placing the kitchen against the house makes hooking up gas, water, and power simpler and cheaper. Keep anything that emits open flames—such as grills, griddles, and pizza ovens—at least 10 feet away from siding or other combustible materials. Check local fire codes before finalizing the layout so you stay safe and compliant.
You’ll need weather-rated outlets for appliances such as blenders, refrigerators, and lights. Ensure that every receptacle is GFCI-protected to shut off power quickly if moisture seeps in—a code requirement in most areas. A licensed electrician can run wiring, install the boxes, and add covers that stand up to sun and rain.