We have worked with them twice now, and will certainly call them again. They are fast, skilled and…read moregreat consultants when it comes to making your home beautiful. An extra perk is that it comes at a good price. I absolutely love my kitchen now! Thank you, Cyd

I am very reluctantly writing an unfavorable review of Better Home Ideas. This company was…read morerecommended by my cousin. Yes, I still speak to her. But Robert Lomax, the owner of Better Home Ideas over-promised, under-delivered and over-charged. We hired Robert to remove and replace 2000 sq ft of water damaged floors, paint our entire apartment, renovate our master bathroom and install 2 new lighting systems and 2 new electric outlets very specifically with 10 gauge wire along with Ethernet cable to run to areas with poor wifi. We moved out of the apartment into a hotel while the floors (2200 Sq ft) where removed and replaced. Robert said it you take 10 to 14 days (as did other installers who we got quotes from). It took 5 1/2 weeks!!!! We moved into the hotel on November 8th and got back into our apartment on December 15th. During this time while we ran up a $9000 hotel bill, Robert had only 2 workers working on the floor at a time while not starting any of the other tasks at hand. When we moved back in on December 15th, yes the floors were finally done, but only one room had been painted and none of the electrical work or lighting had been done (although he did lay but didn't connect or complete 12 gauge wiring, even though I was very specific in requesting 10 gauge wiring.) He charged me anyway. Two rooms were painted, even though it was requested NOT to paint that second room. He charged me for the second room anyway. Robert's solution to completing the rest of the work - for us to stay out of the apartment through Christmas and New Years. Really? We told Robert that we would resume after the holidays. Once the master bathroom supplies arrived, I called Robert to finish the master bathroom. I'm still waiting to hear from him after 3 weeks. Part of the project was a bathroom renovation we were told would start on August 2, so were moved out of the master bathroom and bedroom (which they needed for staging and equipment and we moved into a spare bedroom. Robert didn't start until 2 weeks later. The bathroom renovation was delayed by supply-line problems (not Robert's fault). During the bathroom renovation, Robert installed a beautiful American walnut custom made vanity from a cabinet maker in Oregon. Once the vanity was installed, Robert realized the outlet were too low for the backsplash. Robert's recommended solution: cut the legs of the vanity 1 1/2 inches so that the outlet would now be right height! I said "no" and the outlets were raised - by cutting holes in the quartzite backsplash. It looks awful and is currently being replaced. I have hired a new contractor to complete all the work Robert and Better Home Ideas never got to do after 5 months in our apartment. Never again. Oh, by the way, Robert's painter cut our fiber optic cable which costs $500 to repair. I'm still waiting for reimbursement from Robert. And he over ordered excess flooring to the tune of $1300 which still sits in our living room which it appears that I'm stuck with. And, oh yeah, there's the $5000 emergency stash that disappeared from a closet lock box that had been pried open. Although I don't know who took the money, direct unfettered access to that closet was extremely limited. This building is very secured and has a 24 hours a day doorman - apartment theft is virtually unheard of here.). The money was discovered missing 2 weeks after the project started. I'm not accusing. Res ipsa loquitor.

Fortune was the more economical (vs an architect) but still historically-minded option when we…read moreneeded to restore our 140-year-old home's facade. Still a significant investment (!), but worth every cent. The team was extremely professional start to finish, from the communication with the scheduler/office staff to the artisans actually doing the work/painting. They left the work site spotless every single day, which we extra appreciated after having the opposite experience with another contractor who did the interior reno. The before and after photo speaks for itself-- our home is stunning and we are grateful for the team for their attentive, painstaking work. It was covered in aluminum siding from the 1960s when we got it, wood rotting beneath, and now the original materials (cedar shingles), in the original configuration wow once again.

Needed window work (exterior painting, wells, trim, windows, some glazing and a few panes replaced)…read moreon a 1927 brick 3 story. I called Fortune because, after working in Wilmette for years, I've seen the incredible prep work they do on huge jobs. Prep is EVERYTHING! Pete Fortune came out to look, was very nice, knowledgeable and didn't blow off my (compared to their work I've seen) small job. I had other quotes and theirs was the top but not out of line. Ended up looping in their construction team to fix the garage doors and jambs and they are top-notch! Everything is finished, work is BEAUTIFUL, the crew was a joy and Pete is a mensch! FYI, the 4 year warranty on work, fact that they pay their guys fairly and their workman's comp insurance add serious value for a homeowner. Will be calling Pete about tuck pointing next year.

Mike and his team are spectacular! We've worked together on half a dozen projects over the past 8…read moreyears since we met and he's always delivered an impeccable result. In addition to having a very friendly, flexible, respectful, and responsible crew, his team's work in incredible! I won't have anyone else work on projects that matter to me around the house. These people are seriously talented. Mike is also a stand up guy. He delivers what he promises and he's honest with his pricing. He's also very flexible and reasonable as plans adjust mid job. It's not too much to say these guys are magicians. I'm so happy I found them. It's made my life so much less stressful. I know the work is going to get done to my very high standards AND I don't have to manage or oversee them at all. I'll pop in once in a while or ask Mike to share pics...but I always know I'm going to like what I see. Working with a contractor I trust makes all the difference for us. I hope you get a chance to work with these guys!

We needed our deck replaced, so our landscaper recommended Carpentry by Michael. We contacted…read moreMichael to discuss our plans and cost. Michael provided us the opportunity to view a deck that he had just finished, and the quality of work looked good, so we contracted with Michael to replace our deck. The pricing Michael provided was reasonable, which allowed us to expand on the features of our new deck. The results far exceeded our expectations. Michael's team provide great craftsmanship and a customer friendly approach for making changes. His team kept a very clean job site and were very timely with their work. Since the deck replacement, we have used Carpentry by Michael for two additional home improvement projects. One was a complete replacement of our fireplace facade and mantle, and the second project was a remodeling of our master bathroom. We are pleased with the outcome of both of these projects. Michael has a talented crew that gives special attention to detail. I would recommend Carpentry by Michael without hesitation.

Greg & Patryk renovated our 1.5 baths into two full bathrooms, and we couldn't be happier with the…read moreexperience. They were extremely communicative throughout the entire project, visiting frequently and responding to our questions within just a couple of hours. Every subcontractor they brought in was professional, courteous, and easy to work with, which made the whole process feel smooth and well-managed. As first-time homeowners taking on a renovation, we really appreciated how quick they were to offer guidance, share their expertise, and patiently answer all of our questions. The final result looks incredible--we're absolutely thrilled with how everything turned out. We would highly recommend Greg & Patryk to anyone looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, and professional contractor. All for an extremely competitive price.

A spectacular experience from beginning to end. Greg & Patryk are attentive, communicative, and…read morevery detail oriented. They put significantly thought into every piece of work and help resolve any lingering concerns in a timely manner. They were on site consistently and worked to finish the project in a very reasonable timeline. I would highly recommend their work to anyone looking to complete a full kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom renovation. https://gs.construction/projects/arlington-heights-home-remodel-2

We hired 3D to remove our old backyard brick patio and install a larger patio with Richcliff…read moreUnilock pavers, along with new underground gutter downspouts and a patio lighting system. Chet was our main contact and he was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Low pressure, great suggestions for the project, and Chet kept on top of things throughout the process. The price was very competitive. The work performed was outstanding and we are very happy with the result. The team that did the installation was led by Ricardo Orozco, who was nothing short of a master craftsman. He took great pride in his work and it shows in the high quality results. He and his team were pleasant and professional throughout, were responsive to our questions as the project progressed, and they finished the job in a timely and beautifully installed manner. I very highly recommend 3D Brick Paving.

3D Brick recently completed work on our new patio, walkway and floor for the garage porch. And we…read moreare very pleased. The patio itself is beautiful. But the replacement of the cement walk to the garage, and the old concrete slab by the garage, exceeded our expectations. The slab was in horrible condition, broken up, and uneven, undoubtedly due to tree roots. Ricardo and his team removed all of the old cement as well as the offending roots and replaced them with an attractive floor. Needless to say, it is a tremendous improvement. The staff from 3D were very easy to work with, from Frank who came out to set up the work, Alex who helped me with the building permit, to Ricardo who led the team. Ricardo saw to it that the job was done well and even did a couple of things we hadn't even thought to ask for, like adding a step down from the back door. I highly recommend this business.

I had a large porch on a 3-story mixed-use building that required new railings and staircases and…read moregeneral bracketry / reinforcement to bring it up to code. Brian and his guys did an EXCELLENT job, he was very professional and easy to work with and I appreciate no B-S or "surprises". They even went beyond that which I asked to make sure it was a job well done! I would highly recommend them (A+) and will gladly hire them again on future jobs.

Amazing deck, beyond expectations! Brian is easy to work with. He told me exactly what materials…read moreto buy. I purchased everything from Menards quite easily. Menards delivered everything to our garage. Branico removed old deck, built deck and cleaned up all materials in less than three days. The deck is the Sturdiest part of our house! Lol. Priced fairly and same as competitors. Very superior structure, so well built. Money well spent, great investment.

An exceptional experience with a phenomenal contractor! We…read morehired Mirek for a kitchen renovation in our turn-of-the-century Chicago greystone, and the results are well beyond our expectations. Kitchen remodels can be incredibly stressful, but Mirek and his team made the entire process smooth and worry-free. From start to finish, Mirek was incredibly professional, highly responsive and very knowledgeable. He took the time to understand our space, offering excellent suggestions that improved our cabinet layout and functionality. His crew, Christian and Lucas, were true craftsmen. They were professional, efficient, tidy, detail-oriented, and clearly took great pride in their work. They understood the unique challenges of a 120+ year old house, solving every issue. We are happy to have chosen Mirek and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a top-notch general contractor.

Miro redid our kitchen and half bath and we're thrilled with the results. We got a few quotes and…read moreultimately went with Homewise Remodelers because the price was reasonable and Miro was so thorough in walking us through our options. He helped us select cabinets and worked through several versions of the kitchen layout until we were happy with it--we were easily able to swap out cabinet layouts and finishings, like adding a farmhouse sink. His crew were reliable, on-time, and respectful of our property throughout the remodel and we appreciated their attention to detail. They solicited our input on decorative details and were quick to fix things we didn't like, e.g., the location of kitchen cabinet pulls. We felt they treated our home as they would their own. The project even wrapped up a few days early. We would absolutely recommend Homewise Remodelers and choose them for future projects.

Peter & crew are very, knowledgeable, patient, professional & efficient. They gutted my kitchen &…read moreit is magazine picture perfect! Peter walked me through the process with ease. I would highly recommend Peter Renovations for your home remodeling needs. Reasonably priced. These guys are truly awesome!

We are overall happy with the way the shower turned out, but there were a few things that left me…read morefeeling less than satisfactory. After reviewing the scope of the project, it was estimated that it would take a week and a half to complete. Not only did it take over a month to eventually complete, the days that the team would work were unpredictable. On several occasions, as the team would leave for the day, they would tell us they will be back tomorrow, and then not show up. Or, they wouldn't be able to tell us when they would come next, and would surprise us a few days later. They ended up needing to complete this project after I had delivered my baby (original timeline would've been completed weeks prior to my due date). Additionally, we noticed there were a few design decisions that were made without consulting us, like the drywall of the shower/re-installation of the water gauge (it's now not flush with the wall and very loose) and the selection of tile at the base of the shower that doesn't match the floor. He had offered to come fix the water gauge, but after coming to look at the issue, he has not gotten back to us in 5 weeks. I had high hopes for this project, and while it still looks nice, the lack of communication made it really difficult to want to recommend Peter or use his team again for future projects.