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Avatar for Don Lorenc construction services, Inc.
Don Lorenc construction services, Inc.
4.8(
36
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Don Lorenc Construction was a pleasure to work with in remodeling our home. We had many projects and Don and his team made them all come true! Highly recommend working with them! Don and his team made our ranch home look modern and beautiful. They made the whole project seamless from start to finish. Working with Don Lorenc was a breath of fresh air. If you're looking for professional work, prompt communication, and high quality service, Don Lorenc Construction is it. You won't be disappointed!"
Basement construction
Basement construction
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+33

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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MPT Enterprises Inc
4.8(
181
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are very pleased with the work done by Paul and his team. They were courteous, professional, punctual and easy to communicate with. It was a tricky job becaus of space restrictions and we are happy with the end result and the work was completed within the time frame initally given. We have done some major renovations previously and know that there are so many things that can go wrong in a big job like this but all was smooth and calm. I would definitely use for future jobs and recommend to others."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
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+167

Response time2 days
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Grandview Construction, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Grandview Construction was hired to help with needed repairs due to water damage in our 3 bathrooms and laundry room .Jeremy and his crew worked from early morning to late afternoon in order to complete repairs on schedule. We were pleased with the quality of work and attention to detail . Grandview was honest and ethical in all our dealings and strived to consistently "go the extra mile" ... We plan to use Grandview on our next construction projects."
Finished Product
Close up picture of deck
Finished space
New header in and tyvek installed
Finished product

+180

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for NorPro Services Ltd
NorPro Services Ltd
4.7(
233
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Norpro to gut and rehab my bathroom and install new vinyl plank kitchen floor. Norman came and quickly grasped the essentials of the project. His estimate is the most reasonable one out of the 3 bids I got. They started on the day they promised, not a day of delay. The contractors working on the project are very skillful and professional. They finished the whole project in two weeks and the results look great. I'll hire them again in a heart beat. I recommended them to all my friends comtemplating home renovation."
Bathroom Remodel 1
Bathroom Remodel 2
Bathroom Remodel 3
Bathroom Remodel 1
Bathroom Remodel 2

+1

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Above & Beyond Construction
5.0(
41
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project went very well and Above and Beyond Construction was very easy to work with. We were very pleased with the quality of the work done. We were given good choices and suggestions in terms of windows, railings, flooring, bathroom fixtures and all other materials used. They were very responsive if we had questions and were flexible if we wanted to make changes while construction was going on. Our home is an older brick Spanish revival home and the owner of ABC went out of his way to find architectural materials for the addition that matched the style of our home. The crew was courteous, conscientious, pleasant, professional and very easy to have in our home. They were very neat and cleaned up every day before going home. We highly recommend Above and Beyond Construction and would use them again on any other projects in our home."
Remodeling - General Project
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+24

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.0(
96
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"We have known and been working with AP builders for a couple of years now, doing many different projects on my home including siding, landscaping, hot water heater, painting... you name it, they do it! And for a great price too! The jobs were all done quickly, on budget and professionally. I would recommend them to anyone for any project, big or small! And yes, I'm a REAL customer (not a family member or bot). My name is Chris and I live in the Northwest Suburbs."
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
J K Complete Remodeling & Construction Inc
4.7(
316
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’ve always wanted a second bathroom. I contacted JK Complete R&C. Jack came to my home and assessed the would be project. Jack gave me a reasonable price, start and proposed finish date. Then I met the crew John, Mike and Ziggy. We had a great relationship. Everything that was to be accomplished was explained to me on a daily bases. By the end of the project we had a bond and it felt like family. I also learned quite a bit in the process. I am total fascinated with my new bathroom. I have already recommended JK Complete to family members."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Nermin and Sons Handyman Inc
Nermin and Sons Handyman Inc
4.5(
69
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Nermin was timely in bidding, starting and completing the project. This project was large and required working around a very strict work schedule as imposed by my condo association. He was informative when explaining why certain planned design options would have to be modified to accommodate an unknown issue discovered during the demolition process. Was accommodating when materials needed to be picked up, often offering to retrieve them on my behalf. Also, he made himself available to meet contractors when needed to perform specialized work outside the scope of his bid. Work site cleanup was great. No residual damage was noted upon project completion. I really enjoyed working with a Nermin and Sons."
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+114

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Quintessential Renovations, Inc.
Quintessential Renovations, Inc.
4.6(
36
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everyone at Quintessential Renovations are professional, kind, efficient, trustworthy, helpful, and easy to talk to. They helped me get through a messy insurance claim. Working with Alex and his team made the claims process a lot easier. I would definitely hire them again!"
Kitchen
Master Bathroom
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Modern Bathroom
Kitchen

+97

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for RC Brothers Construction, LLC
RC Brothers Construction, LLC
5.0(
28
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Serving Winnetka, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These brothers and their crew did an outstanding job remodeling our basement with new flooring, cabinets, doors, walls, cabinets and fresh paint. The place looks super polished with no details missed. I was most impressed with their communication throughout and enjoyed working with them. They are well intentioned people that want to do good work and please the customer. I would recommend to anyone looking for a home or office renovation contractor."
Dining room before
Dining room work in progress
Completed Dining Room
Complete bathroom remodel
Shower remodel

+350

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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