Home Additions Experts
Expert Home Additions Services
GS Construction & Remodeling specializes in professional Home Additions. As a father-son team, we bring decades of combined experience to every project.
From the first walkthrough to the last punch-list item, Greg or Patryk runs your Home Additions project themselves. That means a scope written out line by line instead of one number, permits pulled and handled with your village, and the same faces on site rather than a crew you've never met.
- Specialized Home Additions expertise
- On-site supervision for every project
- Transparent pricing with no surprises
- Quality craftsmanship guaranteed
"Your Home Additions project deserves the best—we deliver it."
Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Arlington Heights home additions
Downtown Arlington Heights, Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Metra UP-NW at Arlington Heights and Arlington Park stations, Lake Arlington, John Hersey High School, District 25 schools, Northwest Highway
Neighborhoods we work in
- Scarsdale
- Stonegate
- Greenbrier
- Ridge Park
- Ivy Hill
- Stonegate West
- Wellington
- Windsor Ridge
Home additions in Arlington Heights, IL
Home additions in Arlington Heights often involve expanding the footprint of classic post-war ranches and split-levels, which frequently present opportunities to add second stories or enlarge ground-floor living areas. Many pre-war homes, while charming, often feature smaller, compartmentalized rooms; an addition can thoughtfully extend these spaces for modern open-concept living without sacrificing architectural integrity. We regularly see projects that transform a cramped kitchen and dining area into a spacious great room, or add a dedicated primary suite to homes originally built with fewer bedrooms. Understanding the distinct architectural styles and construction methods from each era, from 1920s brick to 1960s frame, is crucial for seamless integration, ensuring a new addition feels like it was always part of the original design. This trade in Arlington Heights frequently addresses the need for more space while respecting established neighborhood aesthetics and property lines.
What Arlington Heights homeowners ask for
Arlington Heights homeowners often request two-story additions to expand upward, particularly on smaller lots, creating new bedrooms, bathrooms, or primary suites above existing living areas. Ground-floor expansions frequently focus on enlarging kitchens, adding family rooms, or creating mudrooms and dedicated home offices, especially in homes where the original layout limits these functions. We also see requests for sunrooms or screened porches that enhance indoor-outdoor living, thoughtfully integrated into the existing structure.
About Arlington Heights
Remodeling in Arlington Heights means reading the town's layers. Our projects map to that mix: careful kitchen and bath renovations in prewar homes, wall removals and open layouts in mid-century ranches, basement build-outs, and additions where a growing family outpaces the original footprint.
The 1920s and '30s gave it character neighborhoods — Stonegate, planned to feel like an English village, and Scarsdale, with its Georgians, Tudors, and Colonials — while the postwar decades filled the surrounding blocks with ranches and split-levels, and recent downtown redevelopment added condominiums around the Metra UP-NW station and Metropolis Performing Arts Centre.
The character neighborhoods of the 1920s and '30s, like Stonegate and Scarsdale, often feature varied architectural styles such as Georgians, Tudors, and Colonials, requiring careful design to match roof lines and foundations for seamless additions. Postwar ranches and split-levels in surrounding blocks typically present opportunities for additions that tie into simpler roof structures and slab or crawlspace foundations. The village's review process for exterior changes will likely emphasize maintaining the distinct aesthetic of these character neighborhoods and the more uniform postwar developments. Lot sizes and setbacks will vary significantly between the denser, older subdivisions and the more expansive postwar blocks, directly impacting the feasible footprint for additions. Coordinating with the village's active lead service line replacement program is essential for any plumbing-heavy remodel, especially in older homes. Understanding these historical development patterns is key to navigating design and permitting for additions in Arlington Heights.
For home additions, the Village of Arlington Heights building department conducts specific inspections at various stages, including foundation, framing, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC rough-ins, as well as final inspections for occupancy. GS Construction & Remodeling manages the complete permit application process and coordinates all required inspections, ensuring every phase of your addition meets village standards.
How your Arlington Heights project runs
ProcessThe same six stages on every job — free in-home estimate through warranty.
Free in-home estimate
Greg or Patryk — the owners, not a salesperson — walk your space, take real measurements, and give you honest feedback on what your budget buys.
Itemized scope & contract
Labor, materials, demolition and disposal priced line by line, not one mystery number. Payment terms and warranty are in the written contract.
Design & selections
Bring your own designer, use our architects and designers, or choose everything yourself. Selections are scheduled ahead so lead times never stall the site.
Permits & scheduling
We pull and manage building, plumbing and electrical permits with your village — typically 1–2 weeks — and hand you a written schedule before demo day.
The build, owner-supervised
Long-standing trade partners working in sequence under daily owner supervision. Your client portal shows the schedule, change orders and current balance.
Walkthrough & warranty
We walk the finished job together, close out every punch-list item, hand over manufacturer paperwork, and your written workmanship warranty starts. Our commitment never expires.
Testimonials
Your Neighbours in Arlington Heights Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
We had an excellent experience working with GS Construction on our primary bedroom and bathroom renovation. From the very beginning, they were incredibly thorough and transparent in outlining the scope of work, budget, and timeline. Everything was clearly communicated upfront, and they delivered exactly what they promised. When new things inevitably popped up during construction, we discussed our options and associated costs before proceeding. Throughout the project, Greg, Caesar, and Patryk were proactive, responsive, and easy to communicate with. They were always available to answer our questions, address any concerns, and kept us informed every step of the way. When we had follow-up questions after the renovation was complete, they were just as responsive and addressed our concerns quickly. We also really appreciated the care they took with our home. They went above and beyond to protect our living space during construction and did a fantastic job cleaning up afterward, which made the entire process much less stressful. Most importantly, the quality of their work is outstanding. Their craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident in every aspect of the finished project. We couldn't be happier with the results and would highly recommend GS Construction to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and detail-oriented contractor.
Before & After & Timelapse
What Arlington Heights homeowners say
“We had an excellent experience working with GS Construction on our primary bedroom and bathroom renovation. From the very beginning, they were incredibly thorough and transparent in outlining the scope of work, budget, and timeline. Everyth...”
“A spectacular experience from beginning to end. Greg & Patryk are attentive, communicative, and very detail oriented. They put significantly thought into every piece of work and help resolve any lingering concerns in a timely manner. They w...”
“We had a fantastic experience working with Patryk and his team on our kitchen remodel. From start to finish, they were professional, friendly, and clearly took pride in their work--and it shows in the final result. We're extremely happy wit...”
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Budgeting first? See real 2026 price ranges in our home additions cost guide — and what your Arlington Heights permit will add in our permit guide.
Completed projects around Arlington Heights
GS Construction crews have completed 244 projects within 10 miles of Arlington Heights — part of 429 completed projects across 69 Chicago-area ZIP codes. The map below shows real project density from our records, not a service-area claim.
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Let's Build Beautiful Spaces Together
GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company, and home additions in Arlington Heights is work Greg and Patryk run themselves. Expect clear communication, quality craftsmanship, and a straightforward plan—reach out today to schedule a free in-home consultation and get a detailed estimate and honest feedback.
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Service Area
Arlington Heights and surrounding Chicagoland areas