Des Plaines Home Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled homes for Des Plaines homeowners since 2015. Gregory and Patryk are a father-son team with more than 40 years between them, and one of them is on your job personally.
Whole-home work lives or dies on the order things happen in. We run it as one job with one schedule and one number to call, with an owner here on site and a portal showing you the schedule, any change orders and your balance — so the trades aren't tripping over each other and you aren't running your own remodel.
- Free in-home estimate from an owner, not a salesperson
- One itemized scope and one schedule across every room
- Permits and inspections handled with Des Plaines across every trade
- Workmanship warranty on the whole project — our commitment never expires
"One scope, one schedule, one point of contact."
Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Des Plaines whole-home remodels
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
Neighborhoods we work in
- Lake Park
- Devonshire
- Orchard Place
- O'Hare
- Cumberland
- Longridge
- Friendship Park
Whole-home remodeling in Des Plaines, IL
Whole-home remodeling in Des Plaines often focuses on transforming the abundant mid-century housing stock, specifically the ranches, Cape Cods, split-levels, and bi-levels that define many neighborhoods. These homes, primarily built between the 1950s and 1970s, frequently feature smaller, compartmentalized rooms and dated finishes that no longer align with modern living preferences. A typical whole-home remodel here involves reconfiguring interior walls to create more expansive, flowing living spaces, updating multiple bathrooms and kitchens simultaneously, and enhancing overall energy efficiency. We commonly address the original electrical and plumbing systems, which often require significant upgrades to support contemporary appliances and increased usage demands. This comprehensive approach allows us to revitalize the entire residence, bringing it fully into the 21st century while respecting its foundational character.
What Des Plaines homeowners ask for
Des Plaines homeowners undertaking whole-home remodels frequently request open-concept living areas that integrate the kitchen, dining, and family rooms, moving away from the segmented layouts common in their homes. Another popular demand involves creating dedicated home office spaces or expanded primary suites, often by reallocating underutilized bedrooms or adding strategic bumps-outs. Many also prioritize incorporating smart home technology and energy-efficient systems throughout the entire property.
About Des Plaines
Des Plaines is a postwar boom town, with ranches, Cape Cods, split-levels, and bi-levels filling in around a historic downtown. Remodeling here usually means opening up compartmentalized floor plans, rebuilding original bathrooms, or adding space.
Des Plaines' 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. Families are served by District 62 schools and Maine West, with Metra UP-NW stops downtown and at Cumberland.
The rapid population growth between 1950 and 1970, which saw ranches, Cape Cods, split-levels, and bi-levels fill Des Plaines, often means working with original compartmentalized floor plans that require significant structural changes to open up. Rebuilding original bathrooms to the studs is a common task, especially given the prevalence of homes built during this mid-century period. For homes in the Cumberland neighborhood, which mixes 1920s Tudors into the later stock, whole-home remodels may encounter distinct structural elements and older wiring and plumbing systems compared to their mid-century counterparts. Given that thousands of service lines are known or suspected lead or galvanized, verifying the line before plumbing-heavy remodels is a critical step in sequencing work. Furthermore, with the Des Plaines River just east of downtown, planning basements around flood protection with overhead sewers, backwater valves, and backup sump pumps is essential for comprehensive whole-home projects.
Whole-home remodeling in Des Plaines necessitates a multi-faceted permit review process, covering structural changes, electrical upgrades, and extensive plumbing revisions. GS Construction & Remodeling expertly navigates all permit applications and coordinates every required inspection, ensuring full compliance with the City's Building Division for your comprehensive project.
How your Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
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 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.
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Our Work
Home Remodeling Projects in Des Plaines
Browse our home remodeling remodeling projects completed near Des Plaines. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every home remodeling project.
What homeowners near Des Plaines say
“Greg and Patryk do amazing work and are incredible to work with! GS Construction completed two extensive bathroom renovations for us, including completely reconfiguring layouts and expanding one. Both bathrooms are absolutely beautiful, and...”
“We found G&S on Houzz.com and couldn’t be happier. They created a full basement bathroom and did drywall work to enclose a section of the basement to create a small 4th bedroom. Not only was the price reasonable but their communication and...”
“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...”
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Completed projects around Des Plaines
GS Construction crews have completed 248 projects within 10 miles of Des Plaines — 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 remodeling in Des Plaines 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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- (224) 735-4200
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Service Area
Des Plaines and surrounding Chicagoland areas