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White kitchen remodel with shaker cabinets, green subway tile backsplash, granite countertop, and wood floors.
Gregory and Patryk - GS Construction
Gregory and Patryk - GS Construction

Let's Build Beautiful Spaces Together

GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company specializing in residential remodeling and renovations in Des Plaines. 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.

Telephone
(224) 735-4200
Email
[email protected]
Service Area
Service Area
Des Plaines and surrounding Chicagoland areas

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Saturday morning appointments are limited. If you need a Saturday meeting, please mention it in your message. We typically schedule Saturday appointments about 4 weeks in advance.

Serving Des Plaines, IL homeowners

Des Plaines is a postwar boom town — its population nearly quadrupled between 1950 and 1970 as ranches, Cape Cods, split-levels, and bi-levels filled in around a downtown centered on Miner and Ellinwood Streets since the 1870s, while the Cumberland neighborhood mixes 1920s Tudors into that stock. Remodeling here usually means opening up compartmentalized floor plans, rebuilding original bathrooms to the studs, or adding space with an addition or whole-home project. Two local factors shape the work. Most homes get Lake Michigan water through the City's own system, but thousands of service lines are known or suspected lead or galvanized — a city-funded replacement plan has been proposed — so we verify the line before plumbing-heavy remodels. And with the Des Plaines River just east of downtown, we plan basements around flood protection: overhead sewers, backwater valves, and backup sump pumps that can qualify for the City's Flood Rebate Program. Families are served by District 62 schools and Maine West, with Metra UP-NW stops downtown and at Cumberland.

Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Des Plaines remodeling projects

Lake Opeka at Lake Park, Des Plaines Theatre, Metropolitan Square, Rivers Casino, Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center, Prairie Lakes Community Center, Oakton College, Maine West High School, Metra UP-NW at Des Plaines and Cumberland

Des Plaines permits & building codes for remodeling projects

The City of Des Plaines requires building permits for remodeling, additions, repairs, and demolition, issued through the Community and Economic Development Department's Building Division. Contractors must be licensed, bonded, and insured with the City before a permit can be issued. If a basement project adds flood-control measures such as an overhead sewer or backwater valve, the City's Flood Rebate Program can reimburse 30 percent of eligible costs up to $2,000. GS Construction manages the full permit process — application, plan review, and inspection scheduling — as part of every Des Plaines project.

Completed projects around Des Plaines

GS Construction crews have completed 232 projects within 10 miles of Des Plaines — part of 399 completed projects across 67 Chicago-area ZIP codes. The map below shows real project density from our records, not a service-area claim.

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Testimonials

Your Neighbours in Des Plaines Love Us

Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.

5 Stars

We had a truly amazing experience with GS Construction remodeling our kitchen and first floor. As remodeling novices, we connected with GS Construction through our designer and were so happy with this match made in heaven. Having heard horror stories from friends about remodels that went on forever and tales of unreliable contractors who don’t communicate, we were nervous when we started and expected the process to be long and painful. Our experience could not have been more different. Greg and Patryk were great at keeping us informed and the total amount of time from demo to the unveiling to friends and family was really reasonable at a little over 2 months. We received great personalized attention and they were great at offering ideas and trouble shooting various things that came up. But the real highlight is the quality of the work. They were so attentive and made sure that we loved every inch of our new space. We have never loved our house more!

Carol T
Carol T
Hoffman Estates, IL · Jun 2022
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Bright kitchen remodel in Barrington, IL featuring white cabinets, marble island, wood floors, and black pendant lights.

Kitchen Remodeling in Des Plaines

Transform your kitchen into the heart of your home. From custom cabinetry and premium countertops to complete renovations – we create beautiful, functional spaces where families gather and memories are made.

  • Custom cabinetry & storage solutions
  • Granite, quartz & marble countertops
  • Flooring, lighting & complete renovations
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Luxurious bathroom remodel in Palatine, IL featuring custom cabinets, granite countertops, and a freestanding tub.

Bathroom Remodeling in Des Plaines

Create your personal spa retreat with expert bathroom renovations. From luxurious walk-in showers and soaking tubs to modern vanities and tile work – we design bathrooms that combine comfort with style.

  • Walk-in showers & luxury tubs
  • Custom tile work & vanities
  • Modern fixtures & lighting
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Remodeled kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, wood floors, and a breakfast bar with two stools.

Home Remodeling in Des Plaines

Comprehensive home renovations that breathe new life into your entire living space. From room additions and open floor plans to complete home makeovers – we handle projects of any scale with precision.

  • Room additions & expansions
  • Open concept floor plans
  • Complete home renovations
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Finished basement with a game room, exposed brick feature wall, hardwood-look floors and a full bathroom — representative of the finished basement projects GS Construction builds in Des Plaines, IL

Basement Remodeling in Des Plaines

Turn an unfinished or dated basement into comfortable, code-compliant living space. From family rooms and home theaters to guest suites, wet bars, and basement bathrooms – we finish lower levels your family will actually use.

  • Family rooms, theaters & rec spaces
  • Guest bedrooms & basement bathrooms
  • Code-compliant electrical & plumbing
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Bright four-season sunroom addition with a wall of windows, tile floor and ceiling fan — representative of the home addition projects GS Construction builds in Des Plaines, IL

Home Additions in Des Plaines

Expand your home with seamless additions designed to match your existing layout. From sunrooms and master suites to second-story additions – we add square footage that blends naturally with your home.

  • Room additions & bump-outs
  • Sunrooms & four-season rooms
  • Master suite & second-story additions
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Inverness Mudroom Laundry Room: White cabinets, patterned tile floor, custom storage, baskets, hooks, and wood bench.

Mudroom & Laundry in Des Plaines

Tame the daily clutter with a custom mudroom or laundry/mudroom combo. Built-in lockers, benches, cubbies, drop zones, durable tile floors, and utility sinks – designed around how your family actually moves through your home.

  • Built-in lockers, benches & cubbies
  • Combined laundry/mudroom layouts
  • Durable tile floors & utility sinks
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