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 Elmwood Park home additions
Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park Metra Station (Milwaukee District West), Elmwood Park High School, John Mills Elementary School, Elmwood Park Public Library, Central Park, Elmwood Park Community & Recreation Center, Grand Avenue, Harlem Avenue
Neighborhoods we work in
- Triangle
- Circle
- Royal Park
- Elmwood Park North
- East Elmwood Park
Home additions in Elmwood Park, IL
Expanding a home in Elmwood Park often means navigating the architectural legacy of its 1920s brick bungalows and post-war residences. These solid, compact homes, while charming, present unique challenges and opportunities for additions. Typical projects involve extending the rear of the home to create larger kitchens or family rooms, or adding a second story to gain bedrooms and bathrooms without consuming more of the limited lot space. Tying into existing masonry, integrating new foundations, and carefully matching exterior materials are central to preserving the neighborhood's cohesive aesthetic while achieving modern functionality. We help families in Elmwood Park reimagine their living spaces, from expanding a cramped kitchen to adding a much-needed master suite above an existing footprint.
What Elmwood Park homeowners ask for
Elmwood Park homeowners frequently request rear additions to expand their kitchens into open-concept living areas, often incorporating dining space or a family room. Second-story additions are also common, providing additional bedrooms and bathrooms, particularly for growing families who need more space but are limited by lot size. These additions address the modest original footprints of many bungalows, providing modern space without sacrificing yard.
About Elmwood Park
Elmwood Park's housing stock still tells the story of its 1920s boom and postwar construction, which means remodeling here often involves masonry walls, modest footprints, and vintage mechanicals.
Elmwood Park's housing stock still tells the story of its 1920s boom, when John Mills & Sons built Westwood — a 245-acre subdivision of brick bungalows fanning out from the Conti Parkway circle — and postwar construction filled in the remaining blocks with solid brick homes on compact lots. Commuters ride Metra's Milwaukee District West line from the Elmwood Park station on Grand Avenue, and kids stay local in District 401 schools.
Expanding homes in Elmwood Park often involves working with the compact lots characteristic of the 1920s Westwood subdivision and the postwar infill, which dictates careful planning for setbacks. The prevalence of brick bungalows from the 1920s boom and solid brick homes from postwar construction means additions must thoughtfully tie into existing masonry walls and match roof lines for a cohesive look. Foundations will need to be integrated with those of these modest original footprints, often requiring creative solutions on smaller parcels. The Village of Elmwood Park's review of exterior changes will likely focus on maintaining the architectural character established by these historical building periods. Given the vintage mechanicals, additions may also be an opportune time to address or update existing systems.
Home additions in Elmwood Park require specific inspections throughout the construction process, including foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and final inspections. GS Construction & Remodeling manages all necessary permit applications and schedules these critical inspections with the Village of Elmwood Park’s Code Administration/Building Department.
How your Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
I cannot say enough good things about GS Constructions / Greg and Patryk Szady. From the start, their proposal and cost estimate was broken down, item by item, which most contractors don't do. It allowed us to alter our project to fit our budget. Patryk also took the time to explain costs to us and help us get what we wanted for the price we could afford. Once we hired GS, they kept to their timeline, and they focused on our project. Each day we knew when to expect workers (who came on time!) and at the end of each day, we could see real progress. The crews that came to do the work were courteous, respectful of our space, and they cleaned up after themselves. Patryk and Greg didn't just show up once or twice; they were there throughout the project, and were alway helpful in answering questions, addressing concerns, and making it feel like my project was their main focus. Most importantly, the finished product was beyond our expectations. Patryk and Greg really pay attention to detail and are willing to go the extra mile to make things perfect. From exact tile or light placement, to thinking about how cabinets will sit near a doorway, to vent color, they thought of and addressed issues I hadn't even considered, and they made it look perfect, even when that meant more work for them. When I picked a paint color I ended up not loving, they offered to repaint even though it was my mistake. When I picked a wall mounted faucet known for being difficult, they spent hours trouble shooting water pressure and placement in order to get it just right. When the project was all done, Patryk and Greg followed up a few weeks later to make sure we were happy, and come back and address small punch list items that we realized only after living in the space again. It is this kind of attention to satisfaction and attention to detail that is rare to find in this industry, and it makes Patryk and Greg an absolute pleasure to work with. I have recommended them to others we have been equally happy. TL;DR: GS Construction was on time and on budget, and their prices are competitive and fair. Their work was absolutely beautiful, and we couldn't be more pleased. After this experience, I honestly would not use anyone else. I will be a returning customer for life.
Before & After & Timelapse
What homeowners near Elmwood Park say
“I cannot say enough good things about GS Constructions / Greg and Patryk Szady. From the start, their proposal and cost estimate was broken down, item by item, which most contractors don't do. It allowed us to alter our project to fit our b...”
“GS Construction worked on my condo renovation. Patryk had wonderful insight on details that that other potential contractors didn't even think of. They took all surprise issues in stride, and solved them before I even knew about the issues!...”
“You will not regret choosing GS Construction & Remodeling. We are beyond happy with our condo remodel, and it is all thanks to Greg, Patryk, and their team of hardworking and meticulous professionals. We completely remodeled our two bedroom...”
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Budgeting first? See real 2026 price ranges in our home additions cost guide — and what your Elmwood Park permit will add in our permit guide.
Completed projects around Elmwood Park
GS Construction crews have completed 75 projects within 10 miles of Elmwood Park — 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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GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company, and home additions in Elmwood Park 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
Elmwood Park and surrounding Chicagoland areas