As a part of our home improvement journey this year, we finally got around to installing a new…read moredining area light, sconces and a new fan. The Doctor has a history with this business and did all of the initial legwork of going to the store several times to take photos of different fixtures for me to review as I do not like spending a lot of time in stores wandering around. I want what I want and need to move on. Once I narrowed down what I was looking for, it was time for me to visit the store. Cindy Goldstein was the person working with The Doctor and I met her. She was very nice and again, a sales person who was not pushing me on a purchase. Again in my mind's eye, I had an idea of what I wanted on the wall and ceiling and was looking around until I saw that items that caught my eye. Cindy was very helpful and even suggested that for the ceiling fixture, we could purchase the floor display at a considerably lower price, but we got the sconces new. I figured since the ceiling fixture was only hanging, there was no risk in purchasing it as there was minimum handling/touching the fixture. In addition to the light fixtures, The Doctor found the fan of his dreams and we purchased that as well. I gotta say I love the fan as much as the light fixtures as it really cools off the room and the breeze is nice. Cindy was cool and gave The Doctor a discount on the price of the fan as well. Delivery of the items was painless and we were also able to purchase additional globes to have on hand in case one broke (not that I hope we have to use them). What I didn't realize until after we had left was that this particular business was all women owned. I love supporting women and minority owned businesses, especially when they have great products and customer service. I will be back here to look for new fixtures for the kitchen in the near future.

Jessica and Cindy at Idlewood did a great job helping me promptly obtain a replacement for a new…read morelight fixture which arrived damaged from the manufacturer. I would shop with them again, for sure.

Customer representative, Daniela, is very knowledgeable and her suggestions were spot on.read more

Absolutely loved this store and their beautiful selection! My husband and I stopped by today to…read moreorder a bathroom vanity and some fixtures. We walked around for about 15mins and not one person came up to help us or even acknowledged us. A couple employees were enjoying their lunches at their desks and the remaining were completely oblivious to the fact that we were there. I've never experienced that before. Management needs to have a basic training on customer service.

Customer service is lacking. The sales representative gave me a date the light fixtures came in and…read moreit was 3 months later. I had to keep reaching out to the representative for updates. Would not buy from them again.

What a great lighting store! I have worked with them for over 24 years and they have never…read moredisappoint. When my home was built 24+ years ago I bought my initial fixtures from them A Shoenbeck Chandelier and dining room chandelier as well as several ceiling fans & fixtures, which many of these items are still in use today. More recently, I upgraded some items and have used Littman Bros. on several remodeling projects as well as some creative additions. Their warranty service is fantastic and they provide great customer service They provide installation services or you can use your own electrician. I just can't say enough about this lighting company as they are always evolving with new items and the latest technology and are just a pleasure to work with always! Dave and the rest of his team work their hardest to meet and exceed the needs and expectations of their customers.

We had a fuse to circuit breaker conversion. Matt was quick to observe several code changes since…read morethe residence was built in 1959. We are confident that our place is safe to live in and our hard work in maintaining our home is good for years to come.

Matt did excellent work installing an EV charger in our garage. Beginning with our initial…read moreconversation, he was engaged, responsive, and clearly, knowledgeable. He asked for information that facilitated an accurate estimate, provided sound advice regarding what charger I needed to procure before his arrival, managed the permitting process, and kept me informed throughout. He arrived on time, performed the needed work efficiently, was extremely considerate with respect to existing "stuff" that might have impeded him, and did as little damage to drywall as I could have possibly expected. Impressive. I feel I have received more than appropriate value for my investment. Would certainly recommend.

Scott Nelson Electric did an outstanding job upgrading our outdated electric panel and resolving a…read morewiring issue we were experiencing. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely courteous. They took the time to walk us through every step of the process, answered all of our questions clearly, and made sure we understood the work being done. They also went above and beyond to accommodate our schedule when we couldn't plan the service right away; especially impressive considering how busy they are. The work was completed efficiently and with great attention to detail, and they left our home spotless. The price was very reasonable, especially the level of detail they provided. We're very grateful for their excellent service. Highly recommend!

Great work, nice people Timely, and professional. We had electrical outlets replaced inside and…read moreout as well as a bathroom exhaust fan. All went well.

Love the fixture in our new kitchen. Was shopping for one at many places over the a few months and…read moreit was a fair price. Confirmed with Steve that it was LED & dimmable...perfect. But what wasn't told to us is that it only works with a few dimmers. And when I asked why it was flickering, I was told that the commercial grade, quality dimmer my electrican used was not compatible. But they have one for $39 plus. Yeah not happening. Should have been advised up front of its special requirements. So it cost me more.

Was surprised that most of the lighting we picked was taken right off display, only a couple items…read morewere in original box. Feel like there should be additional discounts for display items. It's not like we know how long it's been out collecting dust and using up bulb/LED life. Of the 9 ceiling lights we picked , three were in boxes, three were from display, and three were special ordered. Yes, the wait time for special orders is like two to three weeks. Just waiting to get their electrician to come install all the lights (for the additional cost).

CM Electric provided outstanding customer service from start to finish, and I highly recommend this…read morecompany. Kate and Mike were wonderful to work with. They offered quick, very reasonable quotes, and the entire job was completed efficiently and with great attention to detail. We needed a Tesla charger installed, and Kate handled everything for us, including the permitting process. Cook County permits can take forever, but she stayed on top of every step. She followed up continuously, made sure our permit was accepted, and guided the project from the initial application all the way to the final inspection. She always responded quickly to my messages and emails, which I really appreciated. This level of professionalism and support is hard to find. I highly recommend CM Electric for any electrical work you need, and I plan to keep in touch with them for all my future electrical projects.

We hired CM Electric to install a Tesla Wall Connector at our home and couldn't be happier with the…read moreexperience. From the first call to the final inspection, everything was smooth and professional. The technician Doru was knowledgeable, punctual, and clearly experienced with EV charger installations. He helped us determine the best placement, made sure everything was up to code, and left the work area clean and organized. The installation looks great and works perfectly. They also made sure the installation met all ComEd EV Charger and Installation Rebate Program requirements and provided all the proper documentation we needed so we were able to successfully receive our ComEd rebate without any issues. If you're considering a Tesla charger installation, I highly recommend CM Electric. Reliable, efficient, and great to work with.

I Tinker is a great service!! I took my favorite lamp to…read moreDave at I Tinker repairs. It was arcing when turned on and rather than start a house fire (NO) or throw it our (Oh Hell NO, I really reallly like it!) I found Dave Busscher at I Tinker repairs and he rewired it for a very very reasonable price. I feel so much better about using it and so happy I CAN use it! Dave repairs all sorts of things so give him a call!

I had a couple of vintage mid century lamps that needed repair, new cords basically. I found I…read moretinker service on yelp and thought I would give it a try. I am very pleased with his work. He has a workshop in his home and charges a fair price for his work. I am Very pleased and would use him again. Super nice guy.

Fantastic service again this year from Diego and the American National Sprinkler and Lighting team!!read more

Miguel Salgado did an excellent job getting our sprinkler system up and running for the season.read more

My wife and I selected Chi Renovation to do a complete remodel of our primary bathroom and to add a…read morehalf bathroom to our basement. We have nothing but the highest praise to give to them for delivering such a fantastic end result. The team we worked with was fantastic. We really enjoyed the hands on process of working with Elizabeth, our designer, who helped guide us through the entire process of creating our dream primary bathroom. We had a fair bit of back and forth throughout the design process but it resulted in some highly detailed and thorough design plans, which included realistic renderings, all the selected hardware and finishes, and overall layouts. We felt like we got great advice from Elizabeth, and she really listened to what kind of look and feel we were going for. We then got with Daniel, our project manager, who helped turn the plans we received into reality. He was also a pleasure to work with and always provided very clear project updates via text and phone. The teams he assembled for electrical, plumbing, and carpentry were all very professional and did great work. Daniel was also a great problem solver who was able to come up with clever solutions to any issues that came up. In summary, we are very happy owners of two completely new bathrooms spaces designed and built by the lovely team at Chi Renovation. We would highly recommend them for anyone looking for a remodel in the Chicago area.

We first worked with Chireno in 2020 when they remodeled our kitchen, and we loved the results so…read moremuch that we didn't hesitate to use them again for our bathrooms. We recently had our bathrooms remodeled, and we couldn't be happier with the results. The scope of our project included a full renovation of primary, kids and guest bathrooms, and the quality of craftsmanship really shows in every space. From the tile work to the fixtures and overall layout, everything feels high-quality and thoughtfully done. We especially appreciated the unique elements incorporated into the design, like the wall-mounted faucets, recessed vanities, heated floors, and heated bidets--features that truly elevated both the look and comfort of our bathrooms. The team was excellent to work with from start to finish. Elizabeth, our designer, and Eric, our project manager, were both fantastic and communicated clearly throughout the entire process. Elizabeth helped bring our vision to life with thoughtful design choices and a great eye for the overall look and feel, while Eric kept everything running smoothly and on schedule. Our contractor, also named Eric, did very high-quality work, and it really shows in the finished product. Everyone we interacted with was professional, respectful, and clearly took pride in their work. Communication was consistent, and we always felt informed about what was happening next. The team's level of care and precision really stood out--they made sure everything was done right. The entire process, from design to construction to the final finishing touches, was smooth and well-managed. They helped guide us through design decisions without pressure, kept the project moving on schedule, and made sure the final result matched (and even exceeded) our expectations. The end result is a set of bathrooms that not only look amazing but feel built to last. We're extremely happy with the quality of work and the overall experience, and we would absolutely recommend them to anyone considering a remodel.