We are so pleased with the results. It looks great! It has been a year since this project was…read morecompleted - I wanted to see how everything held up. Four other contractors assessed and quoted the project. Three quoted much lower (didn't actually address the problem), one higher (included rebuilding the our chimney?). First contact with Illinois Home Improvement/Best Brickmasters was Peter Zieba. His thorough knowledge of brick building structures and Chicago bungalows in particular filled us with confidence. Peter kept in contact daily (or every other day). He was easy to to find him via email or phone - no problems. His crew worked through some of the hottest weather in Aug-Sep 2013. In addition to their collective craftsmanship, they carefully removed and replaced our 6-foot, flower-filled window boxes (heavy and awkward). Our little bungalow is the house of our dreams. We wanted the best care and restoration we could afford. Illinois Home Improvement/Best Brickmasters provided that. Hire them for your project!

Be very cautious with IL Home Improvement. The owner, Eric, is professional, but will take your…read moremoney. I provided Eric with detailed architectural plans of a deck and mudroom addition, which were drawn by a professional. I received 3 quotes. Eric was the highest. I told him that we wanted to work with him, but that his cost was higher than his competitors. He said that he had been doing this for 30 years and had completed 100 projects like mine. His quotes were accurate, unlike his competitors who will raise their price during the project. I told Eric that we were willing to scale back our project to fit it within our budget, but needed him to tell us how we could adjust the quote. He said that he could look at the details, but would need $500 to cover the cost of producing an itemized quote (I received detailed quotes from the other contractors). When I met with him again, I very clearly communicated that the original price was over budget. He acknowledged my desire, and gave me his word that he would be within 5-10% of his original estimate. I reminded him (several times) that we would scale back our project to hit the budget. Eric's itemized quote came back 20% higher than the original, AND he removed several large items (finish carpentry, painting, electrical installation, tile installation, heated floor, electrical fixtures, exterior locks and hardware) from the quote that he led me to believe were in the original.* If you add all of these back into the quote, except for the finish carpentry and painting, his cost WENT up 40%. With the carpentry, it would have gone up even more. When I asked him why the big price increase, he didn't have a good reason. I asked him if he could get his cost down. He said he would cover the paint costs, and that I could change some materials and get rid of the mud room foundation, which would knock the costs down about 6-8%. In summary, this was a very frustrating experience. *In Eric's first quote, he wrote, "Having examined the drawings and the site for the project I hereby propose to furnish all labor, material, equipment, service and incidentals necessary to perform and complete the work for the project according to the drawings provided by (architect), dated 10/26/2016 (permit) and per Trade Descriptions outlined below. To be fair, I told Eric that I was thinking about doing the trim for our project to save money, and I may have another contractor do the electrical. It is possible that he misunderstood me and thought that I didn't want those costs included in his response; however, it is doubtful. Even so, his cost went up at a minimum 25%. I asked Eric for a refund. He would not give it.

I requested a quote and once contract was received requested for clarification on some of the line…read moreitems in the contract and response back was so not expected: "Unfortunately, I don't think Demo Workers is a good fit for your project. I don't negotiate on my contract, and we are stretched pretty thin as it is right now. I wish you luck in finding the right person to complete your project." I wasn't even negotiating the contract, but rather asking for clarifications on line items. If a business wishes to turn down business because they are too stretched then don't send me a contract/proposal. Very unexpected.

This man charged me overages on my materials .... when they were finally brought to my home...wrong…read morematerials with no invoices, so couldn't return. Used materials instead of new products. I unboxed my " new door" black marks all over, even dirty hand prints, but Dom changed me the price of a new door. He refused to provide ANY invoices for my materials. He lied ans sent an unlicensed plumber, who also tried to charge more after doing the contracted work..... The guy and his partners are flat out thieves. Legal term is 'financial exploration' . If you are female run run fast.... From Dom cause 5k for 3,400 worth of material wasn't enough. "Hey Amy I need that material overage payment. Amy these projects aren't instant. I waited over 5 months and worked with you to finalize this. Lindsey finished design last week and the building approved a couple days ago. I have been more than accommodating at every single step and now am being questioned 2 days after approval. We still haven't gotten any confirmations on exact material dates and haven't received the material overage payment."

Neighborhood Remodelers has just completed remodeling of two bathrooms and they are stunning,…read more Communication was excellent and timely, we always knew what was going to be done when and by whom. We could go wherever we wanted for the supplies, but they gave good recommendations. The team of people we worked with (Mike, Kamil, John, Peter, Martin and especially Ozzie) were professional, competent and perfectionists. Mike was an excellent communicator. We are very pleased with their work and highly recommend them.

We had a bathroom completely remodeled and couldn't have had a better experience. Communication is…read morea huge thing for us on these sort of things and it was top notch and professional. The crew was perfect and the work done is exceptional. We had drywall, plumbing, tile etc. Fixtures. All went really great. Couldn't be happier.

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.

Couldn't be more pleased with the Cabinet Refacing Chicago team!!!! Excellent family owned business…read moreand the pride of ownership shows in their work. They did a combo reface and new cabinets but also took on a whole remodel including adding a partial partition, plumbing, electrical and lighting. They really showed up for us and I highly recommend them.

Moises, Patricia, and Chris were great to work with, and their crew were thoughtful and…read moreprofessional from start to finish. They surgically removed our existing cabinets while leaving our elaborate stone countertop and vintage slate tile flooring intact--a most impressive feat, INDEED! We highly recommend these guys and plan on using them again for our next remodeling project. John Gleichman, AIA - Chicago

Its rare when write reviews, but after seeing some of the comments here, I felt compelled to share…read moremy experience. Honestly, my experience was completely different from some of the negative reviews I've read. From the very beginning, everything was smooth, organized, and professional. Ohad, Lloyd, and the entire team were fantastic to work with. They were responsive, professional, and genuinely cared about making sure everything was done right. Any questions I had were answered quickly, and they kept me informed throughout the process. The project stayed on schedule, the work was completed as promised, and the quality exceeded my expectations. My bathroom was finished about a month ago, so I've had time to live with it and evaluate the work, and I couldn't be happier with the result. I honestly don't understand some of the criticism I've seen because it simply doesn't reflect my experience. The entire process was smooth, stress-free, and the finished bathroom looks amazing. The photos speak for themselves. I would not hesitate to recommend Ohad, Lloyd, and their team to anyone considering a renovation project.

Revive's warranty was worthless, and the project management was poor…read more THE PROJECT MANAGEMENTS PROBLEMS: I hired Revive to replace granite kitchen countertops with quartzite at a cost of about $9,000. The new countertops were installed in October 2025. The design and fabrication of the countertops was very good. The installation crew seemed to be extremely competent - but see the warranty issue, below. The demolition and stone installation took place on a Monday. The plumber disconnect everything, but was not scheduled to return. He was able to come back Tuesday evening. We were reusing the previous faucet, since it was fairly new, but he discovered that either he or the crew had lost a critical part. He went to Home Depot to get another, but they don't sell it separately. I had to go to Home Depot and buy a new faucet. After he left, I discovered a huge leak inside the cabinet. He returned the next morning and fixed it. The stone crew were professional seemed competent (but see the warranty issue, below). But they forgot to bring stone sealant with them and didn't return with sealant until Wednesday, causing unnecessary delay as I could not use the countertops at all until they were sealed. I emailed Ohad of Revive about these and other problems, just so that he would know, not asking for anything. He acknowledged that the work was not up to their usual standards. He said he was mailing me a gift, but nothing ever arrived. I assumed he sent it and it got lost, but I appreciated the gesture which I took to be an apology. WARRANTY ISSUES: By April 2026, about six months after installation, my stone had became discolored in two places. I provided photos to Ohad and told him my theory that the the crew missed these spots when they sealed the countertops. The manufacturer of the sealant used on my stone states in its information sheet that the seal will last "years" against oil, water, and grease. I had gotten discoloration after just a few months. The stone crew told me during installation that their work was guaranteed and that anytime I needed them to come back, they would do so. But when I sent the photos to Ohad, he responded with this: "Natural stone requires periodic maintenance, including sealing and care over time. This type of ongoing upkeep is the responsibility of the homeowner and is not part of our warranty or scope of work. It would not be reasonable for us to provide continued maintenance of the surface after installation." None of this applies after only six months! I asked Ohad what maintenance he thought I should have done, but he did not respond. I had a stone care company look at the discolorations. The technician said that he would have used a different sealant on my stone. He gave me a product that pulls moisture out of stone, which mostly removed the discolorations, and I sealed the areas. The discoloration that I was able to remove has not come back. CONCLUSION: By using Revive, I got poor product management and a warranty that was just a sales pitch not backed up by any integrity. If I had gone directly to the stone fabricator, I would have at least had a warranty.

we used Chicago Constructions to complete bathroom remodel and kitchen backsplash. we were very…read morepleased with the quality of their work. Staff easy to work with and listened to our feedback. They stand by the quality of their work !

Warning: Do not hire this contractor! From day one, the…read moreowner (Ilan Shahar) spoke to me in a disrespectful and unprofessional manner. He repeatedly threatened to walk off the job when things didn't go his way, and eventually did--leaving the project unfinished halfway through construction. He even tried to discredit me by claiming I was yelling at his crew, despite the fact that I have video and audio recordings of him yelling and using profanity at me while I maintained politeness. I was left scrambling with tenants displaced in a hotel while he abandoned the work. Save yourself the stress and money--look elsewhere.

I recently hired All In Service Group for a full bathroom remodel, and they exceeded all of my…read moreexpectations. Quality of Work While the entire space was overhauled with new flooring, updated lighting, and a gorgeous new vanity, the tub-to-walk-in shower conversion is definitely the highlight. The craftsmanship is absolutely flawless. Every tile aligns perfectly, the drainage is immaculate, and the finishes are top-tier. They paid attention to every minor detail, leaving me with a beautiful, modern space that feels like a luxury spa. Communication & Timeline Their project management was outstanding. They originally estimated the job would take 5 weeks, but finished the entire project in just 3.5 weeks. The team kept me informed at every stage, arrived on time daily, and answered my messages almost instantly. Technical Expertise It is clear that this team consists of true industry experts. They handled the electrical work, flooring layout, and the complex plumbing and waterproofing for the new walk-in shower with absolute precision. Their deep technical knowledge gave me complete peace of mind that everything was done safely and correctly. I highly recommend All In Service Group to anyone looking for a professional, efficient, and stress-free remodeling experience.

The team was very quiet and unobtrusive while they worked. They did an amazing job…read more The only tiny issue I had is the insistence on being paid via Zelle.