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Bright living room remodel with wood beams, herringbone floors, fireplace, and modern decor. Prospect Heights, IL.
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 Forest Lake. 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
Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake, IL homeowners

Forest Lake is one of the smallest places we work — an unincorporated pocket of Ela Township wrapped by Hawthorn Woods and Kildeer, founded in 1935 as a vacation community for Chicagoans and centered on its namesake lake. The housing tells that story: cottages and Cape Cods on lakeside streets like Park Road and Forest Drive, raised ranches from later decades, and steady teardown-and-rebuild activity since the late 1980s. Our work follows that mix — opening up cottage-era kitchens, bathroom remodels and additions on tight lakeside lots, basement finishing in the newer builds, and whole-home renovations that modernize a converted summer house without losing its character. Water comes through a Lake County Public Works-operated community system that currently purchases well water from Aqua Illinois' Hawthorn Woods system, and the county's lead-line inventory notes that service lines installed before 1988 may contain lead — which we factor into plumbing-heavy kitchen and bath projects. Families are zoned to Lake Zurich District 95 schools, commuters drive to Metra's UP-NW line in Barrington, and the Forest Lake Community Association's parks and beaches anchor summer life.

Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Forest Lake remodeling projects

Forest Lake (the namesake lake), Forest Lake Community Association beaches, Old McHenry Road, Kemper Lakes Golf Club, Hawthorn Woods Community Park, Lake Zurich High School, Ela Area Public Library, Barrington Metra station (UP-NW)

Forest Lake permits & building codes for remodeling projects

Forest Lake has no village government, so remodeling permits do not go through a municipal building department — they are issued by the Lake County Planning, Building and Development Department in Libertyville, which requires a building permit for alterations and additions to an existing house. Depending on site conditions, county staff may also require a Site Development Permit, determined when the building permit application is reviewed. GS Construction manages the full permit process for Forest Lake projects, from county application and plan review through final inspections.

Completed projects around Forest Lake

GS Construction crews have completed 216 projects within 10 miles of Forest Lake — 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 Forest Lake Love Us

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

5 Stars

Patryk (and team) were the best to work with. They helped us with a remodel on our basement (including the addition of a dry bar about 4 months later) and we couldn't be happier with the finished product. They were transparent with us through the entire project (through crazy supply chain issues). When they couldn't get something they were up front with us providing options that might be easier to secure to finish the project in a more timely manner. His entire team is honesty so delightful to work with and have in my home. I've had contractors in my house where it's somewhat uncomfortable and Patryk's team is all amazing. The communication about when they would be coming by was seamless. And as a woman (who was basically running this project) they weren't condescending or rude to me either. I cannot wait to work with them again and would hire them in a heartbeat.

Erin A
Erin A
· Sep 2022
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Arlington Heights kitchen remodel: Custom cabinets, marble countertops, unique backsplash, stainless steel appliances.

Kitchen Remodeling in Forest Lake

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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Chicago bathroom remodel: double vanity with white cabinets, blue walls, herringbone tile shower, modern lighting.

Bathroom Remodeling in Forest Lake

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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Arlington Heights kitchen remodel with island, marble countertops, wood cabinets, and bronze fixtures by GS Construction.

Home Remodeling in Forest Lake

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 Forest Lake, IL

Basement Remodeling in Forest Lake

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 Forest Lake, IL

Home Additions in Forest Lake

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 Forest Lake

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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