Harwood Heights Home Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled homes for Harwood Heights 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 Harwood Heights 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 Harwood Heights whole-home remodels
Union Ridge School District 86, Ridgewood Community High School, Eisenhower Public Library District, Norridge Park District, St. Rosalie Catholic Church, Harlem Avenue (Illinois Route 43), Lawrence Avenue retail corridor, CTA Blue Line Harlem station
Neighborhoods we work in
- Niles
- Norridge
- Park Ridge
- Jefferson Park
- Edison Park
Whole-home remodeling in Harwood Heights, IL
Whole-home remodeling in Harwood Heights frequently involves transforming brick ranches and bungalows from the mid-20th century, often tackling multiple levels simultaneously. These projects typically address the entire living area, from main floor reconfigurations to basement expansions, to better suit contemporary lifestyles. We commonly see requests to open up compartmentalized layouts, modernize aging infrastructure, and maximize every square foot on these compact lots. A typical whole-home remodel here might encompass a full kitchen and bath overhaul, reorienting living spaces, and finishing a previously undeveloped basement, all within the existing building envelope. This comprehensive approach allows for a cohesive design aesthetic and improved functionality throughout the entire property, often making these homes feel significantly larger and more current. Many projects focus on creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living areas, particularly on properties with limited yard space.
What Harwood Heights homeowners ask for
Harwood Heights homeowners undertaking whole-home remodels often prioritize integrating smart home technology and energy-efficient upgrades, given the age of much of the housing stock. We frequently receive requests for adding or expanding master suites, which were less common in original 1950s and 60s builds, often by reconfiguring existing bedrooms or adding a small bump-out. Another common desire is to create dedicated home office spaces or flexible multi-use rooms, adapting to evolving work-from-home trends within these established single-family homes.
About Harwood Heights
Harwood Heights squeezes a lot of postwar suburbia into 0.83 square miles. Remodeling here works within tight footprints, so finished basements, reworked kitchens, and well-planned additions often beat moving.
Together with Norridge, it forms an enclave surrounded by the City of Chicago. Beyond a small pocket of 1930s Durocraft homes south of Foster Avenue, nearly all of the housing arrived between the late 1940s and the 1970s: brick ranches and bungalows on compact lots, plus 1960s high-rises like Parkway Towers. Most families are served by one-school Union Ridge District 86 and Ridgewood Community High School, though portions of the village fall in Pennoyer District 79, Norridge District 80, and Maine Township District 207; the CTA Blue Line at Harlem on the Kennedy serves commuters.
The prevalence of late 1940s to 1970s brick ranches and bungalows means whole-home remodels often involve updating original electrical and plumbing systems that predate modern load demands and fixture standards. Opening up the compartmentalized layouts typical of these eras requires careful structural planning, especially within the compact lot sizes. The Village's own water system, with its documented lead service lines, means plumbing-intensive kitchen and bath remodels need prior confirmation of service line materials to ensure a safe and comprehensive upgrade. Sequencing a whole-home remodel in these established homes, particularly when families are living through the construction, requires strategic planning to minimize disruption to daily life and school commutes within the Union Ridge, Pennoyer, Norridge, and Maine Township districts.
Whole-home remodeling in Harwood Heights necessitates comprehensive structural plan review and multiple inspections from the Village Building Department, covering everything from new walls and load-bearing changes to plumbing and electrical system updates. GS Construction & Remodeling manages all required permit applications and coordinates every inspection phase to ensure continuous project progress and full compliance.
How your Harwood 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 Harwood Heights Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
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! I work full-time and could not be present during work hours, but Patryk communicated well and worked around my schedule. They understood my personal style and added small finishing touches that align perfectly with the design.
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Home Remodeling Projects in Harwood Heights
Browse our home remodeling remodeling projects completed near Harwood Heights. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every home remodeling project.
What homeowners near Harwood Heights say
“My designer and I chose GS Construction for the rehab of my kitchen and other small projects in my newly purchased condo. They were recomended by a client of the designer, Mark Zancanaro Design, who raved about their professionalism and com...”
“Greg and Patryk came highly recommended by another client of theirs and I too would highly recommend them. They have done a kitchen renovation for me as well as other carpentry and tiling projects. They are courteous and punctual and respon...”
“We cannot say enough good things about GS Construction and about Greg and Patryk. We hired them on a strong recommendation from a friend and are very pleased with the results. Our project included remodeling a kitchen and master bathroom an...”
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Completed projects around Harwood Heights
GS Construction crews have completed 117 projects within 10 miles of Harwood 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 remodeling in Harwood 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
Harwood Heights and surrounding Chicagoland areas