If you are looking for someone to help you with an IKEA kitchen installation in the Chicago area contact Assembly Squad. We recently retired and relocated to Chicago from Maryland. We had inherited an apartment in a 100 year old building that needed some updating including a kitchen renovation. We had already decided that we wanted to use IKEA cabinetry for our new kitchen, however, structural issues like unmovable masonry bump-outs and the corners that were neither square nor plumb made us realize that the installation would be beyond our DIY skills. It was also a problem trying to coordinate everything with IKEA long distance - enter Assembly Squad. We sent a message to Assembly Squad via their website and received a quick response from Viktor to set up a conference call. Viktor and Tim listened carefully to us and were very helpful in explaining the design and installation process. They recommended that we use Inspired Kitchen Design (IKD) to refine our IKEA planner design and produce an accurate shopping list. They were able to check the apartment for measurements and structural issues that could cause problems with the design. During our discussions they were also able to recommend a firm that could review and update the lighting and electrical service (All Power Electric). Once the design plans were finalized (just in time for an IKEA kitchen sale) we met with Tim at IKEA (Schaumburg) and purchased the cabinetry. Tim loaded the boxes in his truck and delivered them to our condo the next morning. Their crew, Victor, a master carpenter, and his assistant Angel, spent the next three days installing cabinets and under mount lighting. Victor's attention to detail was excellent and he was able to make the adjustments for the variances in our walls. The result was a beautiful kitchen. As with any project, there were a couple of minor issues that surfaced after the installation. Assembly Squad was quick to diagnose and repair the problems. In the end, the work was done on time and on budget. There were no surprises and the result was a great new kitchen. We highly recommend them to others. read more

Working with Viktor at Assembly Squad was such a pleasure! He was always very responsive to emails and also professional when speaking to him on the phone. I hired the Assembly Squad to setup IKEA furniture for an office building in the city. The contractors who came to assemble the furniture noticed that not everything had been delivered from IKEA and notified us immediately. Since we were unable to receive the rest of our furniture at that time on that day, Viktor arranged for us to setup another date in the FAR future (because of IKEA) and had contractors come out and finish the project as soon as IKEA sent the missing pieces. This was a huge relief! The entire experience with Assembly Squad was easy and wonderful! I also appreciated that they had worked with many people who had ordered IKEA furniture so they knew to check to make sure everything had been delivered and were more than willing to fix a bad situation! Assembly Squad did a great job assembling our office furniture and we will definitely be using them again in the future as our business continues to grow!! I would recommend them to others! read more

After reading very poor reviews for Traemand who is general contractor for IKEA I've started shopping around and came across Assembly Squad. I left them a message and they called back right away. The long story short. They priced my kitchen project less than Traemand did. They made a few corrections on the project itself. The kitchen was installed quickly withing a few days without a hitch. It also turned out that IKEA's bathroom vanities can not fit because of plumbing we had in bedrooms. I asked Tim if they can help and he did an amazing job modifying vanities with incredible attention to details. Beyond any words Tim is a true jam in this company. Thanks Tim one more time! Overall we are very happy with final results. I would also like to mention Viktor, who always quickly responds and assembling guys Angel and Paco. Whenever another project comes down our way we know now who we can trust it to complete. Thanks guys! Excellent job! read more

My experience with Assembly Squad was as good as it gets. I just moved to Evanston from Toronto, Canada, to go to school at Northwestern, and I was very worried about my move. I was moving into a new empty apartment and had ordered all my Ikea furniture online (without seeing it in person first!) Tim arrived right on time, about 15 minutes after my Ikea delivery was complete, and he got straight to work assembly my entire apartment. He didn't even take a break! 5 hours later, my apartment was fully assembled and looking fantastic. He was friendly and trustworthy - I didn't even hesitate to leave him in my apartment and go out while he worked. He even helped me decide where to place everything! I would highly recommend Assembly Squad, and especially Tim, to anyone I know. The prices are VERY reasonable and well worth it - assembly of Ikea products can drive anyone crazy! Thanks Assembly Squad for a job VERY well done. -Jeff read more

Angel and Paco did a great job assembling the very challenging IKEA items that I received. The background is that I went thru IKEA to buy four items and had the IKEA associates enter everything into a single order at their workstations in each IKEA department after I pointed out what I wanted -- they made all decisions on the item numbers. The office and bedroom associates completely screwed up the order with non matching items, e.g., wrong bookcase frame for 10 bookcase parts, etc. Angel was able to figure what could be assembled with the parts that I got. He communicated well during the process because we had to decide what to assemble and what I would take back to IKEA. I know this took some extra time to match the parts and figure out which ones could not be used, and was not charged. They assembled the furniture well and I will use the team to finish the IKEA work after I get the matching parts. read more

I cannot say enough great things about the Assembly Squad. From the moment I first contacted them, Viktor was kind, amiable, helpful and always available. Despite the fact that I called him last minute, he was accomodating and managed to squeeze me into his schedule. He truly cared about our experience with their service, and gave us star treatment. Martin arrived at my place with precise punctuality, and he was courteous and crazy efficient. My stacks of furniture boxes (not just Ikea but other brands too) were assembled in no time, with no mess left behind. Not only do I plan to use their service again, but I plan to recommend them to everyone I know! Truly, you can't go wrong with these guys! read more

I hired Assembly Squad to assist in our IKEA kitchen renovation and I couldn't be happier! From the very beginning, Viktor and Tim were responsive, professional, pleasant, and extremely helpful. They went out of their way to make the process as smooth as possible. I live in NYC so I was nervous about managing a renovation project remotely but it was smooth sailing with them. They kept me informed and helped me navigate a few surprises along the way. The completed project is beautiful and I honestly can't believe it was done so quickly! I would hire them again without hesitation. In fact, I almost want to find another project to work on because they're that good! read more

I was daunted by a whole room full of Ikea storage bed pieces strewn about. Tired from putting together other furniture and with the start of classes looming, I just wanted to get it over with. Thankfully, Assembly Squad had an opening the next morning and Viktor sent over Martin, who worked like a machine, but had a good heart and human wisdom for the job that he was tackling. He also constructed a dresser, helped arrange the furniture, and fixed a chair that wasn't part of my original request. Assembly Squad's service was pricier than what some of their competitors quoted me, however they were available when I needed them. read more

I recently worked with Assembly Squad on my master bathroom renovation, and the results exceeded my expectations. The quality of work was exceptional--every detail was thoughtfully done and built to last. The entire crew was professional, respectful, and efficient throughout the project. My project manager, Sarah, was truly outstanding. She kept everything running smoothly, communicated clearly, and made sure every concern was addressed right away. It made a big difference knowing I was in such capable hands. Highly recommend Assembly Squad if you're looking for top-quality work and a team you can trust! read more

We were very happy with the professionalism of the Assembly Squad and ecstatic with the end result. From the first phone call, Victor was helpful, polite and patiently answered all my questions. I wanted a highly customized kitchen that required tayloring, and Tim was very knowledgable and helped me figure out what I can do to achieve my dream kitchen. During the kitchen installation, Angel and Victor were very professional, friendly and highly organized. At the end of every day, they got rid of all the rubbish and put all their tools away. They did a great job and I highly recommend them. read more

Today Assembly Squad Chicago has completed my new apartment setup. I bought a lot of furniture at IKEA Schaumburg and Assembly Squad helped me along with every step. They helped me with the shopping, loaded up all items to their van and delivered all items to my new place. It took all day for 3 great guys to assemble and setup all my furniture. Job well done and great customer service! What a wonderful idea to help customers like me - new girl in town - to start up great life in great city of Chicago. Money well spent, worry-free and my place is all set. Thank you Victor and the boys!!!! read more

Assembly Squad was a pleasure to work with. Their pricing is fair and worth every bit. The crew is incredibly detailed, timely and efficient. They completed an entire Ikea Kitchen for me including the appliances and countertop. They worked in a tight space with over 225 boxes. Because of their meticulous work and work ethic we asked them to put together a bunk bed, master bath vanity and a media center. They took the stress out of our moving process. Along with all this, they were extremely clean and neat. I would call on them for anything that came in a package that needs assembly!! read more

Great service! After Ikea messed up the assembly portion of my order, only delivering it late, then spending two days and so many hours on the phone with them, they couldn't get an accurate reschedule date before I moved in to assembly my purchase. I found & called Assembly Squad. They were able to come out same week and were there when they said they would be, assembly only took an hour, comparable pricing without the headaches from Ikea. These guys are so nice and polite and were life savers, I can't thank them enough for their help. I highly recommend them. Thanks guys! :) read more

Assembly squad team were very efficient and fast . I had 100 boxes of Ikea kitchen cabinets to be assembled and installed in a very tight configuration..with some unique features that required some finished carpentry. The lead installer was familiar with the Ikea assembly process..so they went right to work..and finished the job in 4 days..(fast!) We called them back to install and purchase a new electrical box,and install kitchen sink plumbing, and two bathroom vanities (plumbing.). Whatever you need done these guys can do it. Thanks assembly squad..especially Peter! read more

Great, quick, easy service. We used Assembly Squad last weekend for assistance with putting together an Ikea dresser. We are both professionals and do not have ample time to clean, make space, and assemble new furniture. Our Assembly Squad builder arrived 15 min earlier than his scheduled time and completed the project in less than 1.5 hours. The staff was friendly, polite, and courteous. We even received a call later that day to check in on our service. I highly recommend this service for anyone in need of help assembling Ikea furniture and have very little time to do it! read more

Assembly squad did an amazing job with our new kitchen. They were also very moderately priced. We used ikea with semihandmade fronts and it came out beautiful, mostly because of the Work assembly squad did. Victor Juarez has a high attention to detail and the whole team was very responsive. We changed our mind a few times because this was our first time doing this kind of work and it was hard for us to picture the outcome. The assembly squad crew never complained about our indecision and were always happy to change what we wanted so that we were happy with the outcome. read more

I can't say enough about this company! From the very first phone call to the end of our project, they have been incredible. They installed our kitchen, master bath and laundry room in our new home and we are over the moon! We've always wanted to use IKEA cabinetry but were intimidated by the assembly and installation process. We are SO GRATEFUL to have found the Assembly Squad! They made our house a home. I would recommend this company to anyone and wish there were more stars to give them, because they are the best of the best! read more

I hired Assembly Squad to assemble a large Pax armoire with doors from IKEA. They were great to work with. Getting a quote was quick and easy. The two Assembly Squad employees who came to assemble the armoire were on time, friendly, and kept me updated on their progress. The project was finished in a day, and looks great. I particularly appreciate how willing Assembly Squad was to answer my specific questions about working around baseboard moulding while still wall mounting the unit to the wall. Overall, a great experience. read more

This review is long overdue. I hired these guys about a year ago and wanted to commend them on their service. They were very responsive and good with communication when I was trying to get a quote and schedule with them. Martin assembled a futon and bed frame for me. He was on time, very nice, and quick. He even found a way to put together the bed frame even though I lost a few of the screws (one year later, and it's still standing strong). I highly recommend these guys! Will definitely use in the future. read more