Jim and his team at Independent Remodeling did an amazing job on our first-floor renovation,…read moreexceeding our expectations. From the start, Jim was responsive and easy to work with. He has great ideas and isn't afraid to tell you if something you want to do isn't necessarily worth the expense (which we very much appreciated). They delivered high-quality work that leveraged their knowledge and expertise to ensure our new space was functional and beautiful. Some things you look for in a general contractor and rarely find are the ability to stay close to budget and timelines, and Jim and his team did both of these! Jim does a thorough of a job putting designs/estimates together, and the only change order we had (that wasn't scope creep on our part) was for some poor electrical a previous owner did that Jim couldn't have anticipated. In addition, Jim keeps your project moving. We rarely went two days without someone at the house making progress on our project; there were no extended delays due to materials or labor issues. Jim and his team also excel at problem solving. Every project has hiccups along the way, but every issue is tackled and Jim won't stop until the solution works for you. As an example, we were having trouble matching the color of some new hardwood floors to older, existing floors in the house. He helped us put down 16 stain samples and promised we would keep trying until we got it right (and we finally did!). It was very clear our happiness was extremely important to him. If you are looking for a contractor who is honest, knowledgeable, responsive, efficient, affordable, and fun to work with, Independent Remodeling is who you should work with. It's hard to find a company you would want to use a second time, but Jim will be the first person we call for future projects in our house, and who we will recommend to friends and family if they are looking to complete a project in their home.

Shortcut everywhere- every year is a new surprise-turns out they also used a black pipe for my tub…read morefaucet. When I turned on water when remodeling was done, they actually told me the brown water that initially comes out is from the copper pipes, and I believed them! Well, years later looking at brown water, the whole faucet came off the wall. Added picture. I had to get a plumber to come in, open the wall, put an actual tub pipe in, and have someone fix the wall, plumber come back to attach faucet. He couldn't believe that Independent Remodeling didn't drive 2 min to a store to get the right pipe. They were probably behind schedule and used whatever was in the truck. The amount of things wrong with this bathroom is insane. It's great when you're done and easy to be happy because you have your house back, but if you want long term quality, do not go with this company. When doing the initial walk-through explaining what I wanted, there were no notes taken. I thought that was weird but they are professionals and I figured it's what they do. That was, until plugs ended up in the wrong spot, etc. they did something wrong while installing a very expensive showerhead and fixture, and the solution was to put gum in it which took no time to get brown with mildew. The tiles were not laid properly and are cracking. They did come back a year later to redo it, but they are the same quick job. There's something behind the tile that is not letting water flow to the showerhead, we had all new piping done with them. They also hung a giant mirror with a thin wire. They had to come back after year because it was starting to pull off the frame. They just glued it to the wall. It is now peeling from the wall and is about to fall on someone. So after just a few years I am looking for a handyman to fix all these problems which may include taking down the new tile, so I thought I would share that this probably isn't a good solution if you're looking for a long-term bathroom redo.

Ilan and his team have been remodeling and improving our house for many years over several projects…read moreincluding new kitchen, master bath, general updating and painting. Our family has been very pleased with the high quality of their work and attention to detail. The finishes have been very pleasing and we get compliments on the work all the time. His pricing is competitive and the craftsman who do the work are easy to get along with during long major projects. Ilan's team is the only one we will use for future remodels and I highly recommend him and his company.

I purchased a coop and will be doing multiple jobs over the next two years - including a new…read morebathroom and kitchen. I was starting with a smaller job first involving multiple carpentry related items. It's a good way to assess whether I'd use the contractor again for the more complex kitchen and bath. My HOA must approve any contractor before work commences and requires that they be licensed in Chicago, Insured, and bonded. Chicago Partners claims to be so on their website and confirmed that to me in person. IIan was very charming, knowledgeable, and initially quite responsive. His quote was detailed and helpfully assigned a dollar amount per task, as I'd requested. Unfortunately, as another reviewer noted, the proposal included language that would waive and indemnify Chicago Construction for any damage, harm, or injuries etc. that Chicago Construction might cause in the course of their work. I spoke to IIan about this and he said he was a lawyer and wrote it himself. I'm certain he did. I managed a contracts office doing over $300 million in business each year - none of my staff would ever approve a waiver that puts 100% of the risk on the client for harm that a contractor might cause. I asked IIan what was the point of requiring a contractor be bonded and insured was if I was going to waive their responsibility anyway? I told him my association wouldn't approve such a waiver. I asked him to strike the language and also to reduce the tasks in the quote. Unfortunately, I never heard back from him. This was in July. I used another contractor to complete the project and am now taking bids for the bathroom. I will not seek a bid from this company.

We hired ABA Remodeling for a bathroom renovation and were thoroughly impressed with every aspect…read moreof the project. Professionalism: From the outset, the owner, Karl, demonstrated outstanding professionalism. He provided a prompt, competitive estimate, and the final cost actually came in slightly under budget. The demolition was carried out with surgical precision, and the entire worksite was kept immaculately clean throughout the project. Karl and his partner David handled all the work themselves--eliminating the typical delays and coordination issues that come with juggling multiple subcontractors. Creativity and Craftsmanship: Karl's insight during the planning phase helped us reimagine the layout to maximize both space and functionality. He offered thoughtful, practical design suggestions that elevated the final result, guiding us toward choices that added real value. Karl and David brought an old-world craftsmanship and an impeccable attention to detail to every stage of the process. High-quality materials were used throughout, and Karl's network of skilled artisans--including a stone mason and glass cutter--ensured that every component was expertly sourced and installed at a fair price. In short, ABA Remodeling delivered exceptional quality and service at a value that's hard to beat. We had such a positive experience that we're already planning a second renovation project with them.

Used ABA Remodeling for complete basement & master bathroom renovation in addition to installing…read morenew flooring in our living room & dining room. Excellent work/quality with very affordable pricing. Would highly recommend!

After going through the Yelp Projects feature, we were fortunate enough to find Artur of AZP…read moreCompany. He was very responsive to our questions, visited to see the project, and quoted within one day. His work was meticulous. We had a crack forming in our foundation. He did the work to prepare it, add filler, several coats of waterproofing. He even mortared the bricks above the foundation to make sure everything blended in. For the work he did, I think his price was fair and reasonable. Artur is kind and very service oriented. His company also does other construction work and he is a handyman. We're getting a quote from him already for another project. I highly recommend that you check with Artur and AZP Company about any handyman related projects.

We used Artur for a basement framing project. We had consulted several people for reviews, but he…read morewas by far the most detailed and pointed out things like foundation walls not being straight by using a laser to show us. He always showed up on time, communicated if there were any issues, and was upfront about everything. It made our pricing and project easy as there were no surprises. I would use him again for any future projects and recommend him to anyone else.

Kiril and his team remodel my bathroom and only thing I can say-THANK YOU for making my bathroom…read morelook so beautiful!! His ideas and customer service is excellent and I would recommend his team to anybody!!!

I would highly recommend Kiril and Illinois remodel. They rehabbed my Kitchen and bathroom within…read morea certain budget and did a beautiful job. Most importantly, he would communicate and show pictures of what was happening all along the way. Whenever there were issues, we worked together to come to a solution that fit my style and budget with his high quality standards. They were clean and respectful of the work area and multi-day projects. The team was very personable and I felt very comfortable with him and Sofia working together for contracts, work orders and alone in my home. Would highly recommend!

Johnny and his team do an outstanding job - we have now worked with him on 3 unique projects…read more(patching and painting drywall/ceiling, stairwell painting, and cabinets). He goes above and beyond to work with you on getting the details right and always delivers on what he says he will do. Highly recommend their services!

I have used JC Painting for interior painting (including 22 foot tall walls & ceiling!), cabinet…read morepainting, accent wall, kitchen faucet replacement and outdoor trellis installation. I was very impressed by Johnny's knowledge, skill and follow through. Everyone at JC Painting was pleasant, did a great job, and always kept the worksite clean at the end of each day. I will definitely use JC Painting again. Fairly priced - neither the lowest nor the most expensive. But I am so pleased with every project they have worked on. Below are photos of kitchen cabinets and walls before & after. Also accent wall "during" & after and outdoor trellises. I will absolutely call on Johnny & JC Painting again!

RO was great as far as setting up a meeting for an estimate - they spent a good amount of time…read morelooking over the project, taking measurements, and talking details. However, they ghosted after that. I never got a quote, nor did they reply to my message following up. Not sure what's up, but this caused a delay in my project (laundry room reno and water damage drywall repairs), and seemed unprofessional. Left me wondering if they would disappear once work started if I had ended up moving forward with them.

Andrei and his crew have done a great job with our bathroom gut rehab and kitchen remodel. Andrei…read moreis the best contractor I've worked with. He is responsive, flexible and knowledgeable. The work looks great (see photos). They finished all the work on time and on budget. They worked with our designer and condo association very well. I have only good things to say about our experience. We all feel lucky to have found RO General Contractors and would strongly recommend them. We look forward to working with them again!

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.

Haven't had the work done yet but so far the process has been great. Jeremy was here on time for…read moreestimate came back with a competitive quote within 3 days felt very comfortable doing business with him

Found Honest Floyd's Renovations on Yelp when I needed a railing system I had bought from Menard's…read moreput together and installed between 2 brick pillars on my front porch. They responded very quickly to my request. The work they did was outstanding and professional. Both my wife and I could not be happier. I have other work that I can't wait to have them do. Highly recommended.

I had Colibri Construction do the tile backsplash for my basement bar. Cesar was extremely…read moreresponsive and was able to come immediately to give me a quote. He was very professional, thorough, and provided a fair quote immediately after the visit. He was very communicative and worked to schedule our tile installation very quickly. He sent one of his men Ivan, who did absolutely exceptional work. I've never seen tile look that good before. If I ever need tile again, I would without hesitation contact Cesar and request Ivan specifically! Great company- I could not be more satisfied.

We recently hired Colibri Construction for a full remodel of our kitchen and bathroom, and we…read morecouldn't be happier with the results. Beyond the beautiful craftsmanship, what really impressed us was their professionalism when things didn't go exactly as planned. Like any major project, we hit a couple of unexpected surprises, but the team handled them calmly, kept us informed, and found great solutions without blowing our timeline. They are honest, skilled, and incredibly easy to work with. Highly recommended!