Hawthorn Woods Home Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled homes for Hawthorn Woods 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 Hawthorn Woods 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 Hawthorn Woods whole-home remodels
Hawthorn Woods Community Park, Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center, Hawthorn Woods Country Club, Spencer Loomis Elementary School, Countryside Meadows Park, St. Matthew Lutheran Church & Early Childhood Center, Old McHenry Road, Midlothian Road, Quentin Road
Neighborhoods we work in
- Forest Lake
- Hawthorn Woods Country Club
- Meadowview
- Old Hawthorn
- The Sanctuary
- Fairway Ridge
- Pine Meadows
Whole-home remodeling in Hawthorn Woods, IL
Whole-home remodeling in Hawthorn Woods often focuses on residences built between the 1970s and 1990s, particularly those within the village's older subdivisions. These homes frequently feature more compartmentalized layouts, smaller kitchens, and primary suites that no longer align with contemporary preferences for open-concept living and luxurious private spaces. A typical whole-home remodel here involves reconfiguring interior walls to create expansive main living areas, updating all bathrooms and the kitchen, and modernizing the home's aesthetic from top to bottom. We frequently address original finishes and fixtures, replacing them with current materials, energy-efficient windows, and updated lighting schemes. The objective is to transform these well-built but dated structures into cohesive, high-performance homes that suit modern family dynamics and entertaining needs.
What Hawthorn Woods homeowners ask for
Hawthorn Woods homeowners embarking on whole-home remodels commonly request the elimination of formal dining rooms or living rooms to expand kitchen and family room footprints. Another frequent ask is for primary suite transformations, combining smaller bedrooms or reconfiguring existing layouts to accommodate larger walk-in closets and spa-like bathrooms. Many also seek to update entire interior material palettes, moving from traditional finishes to more contemporary, durable, and low-maintenance options throughout the residence.
About Hawthorn Woods
Hawthorn Woods incorporated in 1958 as an estate-lifestyle community, and its housing still shows it: roughly 96 percent of homes are detached single-family houses on large lots, with a median build year of 1998.
Nearly two-thirds of the stock went up after 1990, in subdivisions like Hawthorn Woods Country Club (where M/I Homes still builds new), Hawthorn Trails, and Countryside Meadows. The 1970s–80s homes make up about a third of the village. Families are zoned to Lake Zurich District 95 (Spencer Loomis Elementary is in town) or Fremont District 79; commuters drive to Metra in Barrington, Mundelein, or Vernon Hills.
For 1970s–80s homes, deeper work like whole-home remodels often means addressing original electrical and plumbing systems, which may require significant upgrades to support modern loads and layouts. Opening up compartmentalized spaces in these older homes necessitates careful structural planning, especially for load-bearing walls, to integrate kitchens and living areas. Remodeling homes with private wells and septic systems, common in much of the village, adds the complexity of Lake County Health Department review for any plumbing expansion or reconfiguration. Sequencing a whole-home remodel in these residences, particularly with a family living through it, involves strategic phasing to maintain essential utilities and living zones while major structural and system changes occur. The prevalence of private wells and septic also means considering the impact of increased water usage and waste on existing systems when planning additions or significant bath expansions.
For whole-home remodels, the Village of Hawthorn Woods Building Department will require structural engineering review for significant load-bearing wall removals or additions, along with comprehensive inspections at various stages, including framing, electrical, plumbing, and insulation. GS Construction & Remodeling expertly manages the entire application process, including drawing submissions, engineering coordination, and scheduling all necessary inspections to ensure full compliance.
How your Hawthorn Woods 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 Hawthorn Woods Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
Our project turned out better than we expected and as things were going along, we added more projects. Patryk, Greg and their team did a fantastic job. They were always so nice to work with, even suggesting things which was helpful. They never left a project until they thought it was perfect. We did a full kitchen remodel, even closing off a window to move a fridge and pantry to the other side to allow more cabinets and much needed counter space. They widen the entrance and the kitchen seems so much bigger. We think it’s Beautiful! They did laminated floors throughout the first floor, painted all walls and new baseboards. They created a wine bar which was just a cubby hole. They put in a pantry like cubby hole in our laundry room and added cabinets and above wall unit. One of the projects we had them add is new wooden stairs to the 2nd floor, white spindles and railing that curves instead of a wall and laminate floors on the 2nd floor. Other odd and ends that they never hesitated to do. We appreciate all they have done in our home, To us, it’s amazing how nice it is and how it should have been all the years we have lived here. Its exciting to show it off, it feels like a new house. These guys are amazing and would definately recommend them to anyone. Very reliable and easy to get in contact with when needed.
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Home Remodeling Projects in Hawthorn Woods
Browse our home remodeling remodeling projects completed near Hawthorn Woods. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every home remodeling project.
What homeowners near Hawthorn Woods say
“Our project turned out better than we expected and as things were going along, we added more projects. Patryk, Greg and their team did a fantastic job. They were always so nice to work with, even suggesting things which was helpful. They ne...”
“GS Construction is a reliable contractor who did top quality work at a reasonable price. We completed a first floor remodel (kitchen renovation with wall removal, half bath remodel, new hardwood floors, updated laundry room) which required...”
“I cannot say enough good things about Greg & Patryk and their team! One of my biggest hesitations about doing such a large project was knowing how hard it is to find a reliable contractor who would give us top quality work at a reasonable p...”
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Completed projects around Hawthorn Woods
GS Construction crews have completed 228 projects within 10 miles of Hawthorn Woods — 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 remodeling in Hawthorn Woods 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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Hawthorn Woods and surrounding Chicagoland areas