Lake Forest Bathroom Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled bathrooms for Lake Forest 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.
A Lake Forest bathroom usually takes 3–5 weeks. The parts that matter are the ones you never see again once the walls close, so one of us is here while it happens and the village signs off before anything gets covered. You get the scope written out line by line up front, not one number you can't check.
- Free in-home estimate from an owner, not a salesperson
- Waterproofing and shower pans built to spec, not to schedule
- Plumbing and electrical permits pulled with Lake Forest
- Workmanship warranty on every bathroom — our commitment never expires
"Typically 3–5 weeks on site, with an owner there daily."
Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Lake Forest bathroom remodels
Market Square, Lake Forest College, Onwentsia Club, Ragdale, Elawa Farm, Forest Park Beach, Gorton Community Center, Deerpath Golf Course
Neighborhoods we work in
- Amberley Woods
- Conway Farms
- Everett Ridge
- Lake Forest Estates
- Meadowood
- The Sanctuary
- West Lake Forest
Bathroom remodeling in Lake Forest, IL
Bathroom remodeling in Lake Forest often involves updating spaces within homes from distinct architectural periods. For the grander country estates, this means sensitively modernizing large bathrooms while preserving their inherent character, frequently reconfiguring layouts that might feel dated in their original format. Mid-century ranches present opportunities to introduce contemporary design and maximize smaller footprints, often by relocating fixtures for better flow. Even newer construction benefits from remodeling to elevate finishes and personalize builder-grade bathrooms, creating more luxurious and functional primary suites or guest baths. Our work frequently includes expanding shower footprints, adding freestanding tubs, or optimizing storage solutions within these varied settings. This deep understanding of Lake Forest's housing stock ensures each remodel respects the home's heritage while delivering modern comfort and style.
What Lake Forest homeowners ask for
Lake Forest homeowners frequently request primary bathroom transformations that create spa-like retreats, often incorporating large walk-in showers with multiple showerheads and benches. We also see demand for double vanities with ample storage, integrated smart technology for lighting and temperature control, and heated flooring, especially in bathrooms located on upper levels. Powder rooms and guest baths are commonly updated with elegant fixtures and finishes that align with the home's overall aesthetic, from classic to contemporary.
About Lake Forest
Lake Forest remodeling means working inside some of the North Shore's most pedigreed housing: country-place-era estates off Green Bay Road, brick Georgians and Tudors near Market Square, and postwar ranches and newer construction farther west.
Lake Forest has country-place-era estates off Green Bay Road, brick Georgians and Tudors near Market Square — the 1916 Howard Van Doren Shaw development often cited as the nation's first planned shopping center — and postwar ranches and newer construction farther west. Five local historic districts, including East Lake Forest and Vine/Oakwood/Green Bay Road, put exterior changes in front of the city's Historic Preservation Commission.
What that means for bathroom remodeling in Lake Forest: Country-place-era estates often feature multiple, sometimes oversized, bathrooms with original cast-iron drain lines and potentially complex venting, requiring careful planning for reconfigurations. Brick Georgians and Tudors near Market Square, from the 1916 Howard Van Doren Shaw development, typically have fewer but well-proportioned bathrooms, likely with galvanized supply lines and robust floor structures under original tile. Postwar ranches usually have one or two smaller bathrooms, often with limited venting and simpler floor joists, making primary suites carved from small bedrooms a common request. Newer construction farther west will have more bathrooms, often with builder-grade finishes and layouts that can be optimized for better flow or expanded shower footprints. Even with city-run utilities, the homeowner's responsibility for the service line from the main to the house is a detail we fold into plumbing-heavy remodels, especially when considering adding new fixtures.
Bathroom remodels in Lake Forest require plumbing, electrical, and building permits, particularly for changes to drain lines, vent stacks, or load-bearing walls. GS Construction manages all necessary permit applications and coordinates inspections for these critical project phases, ensuring compliance with city regulations.
How your Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
They did an outstanding job on our complete bathroom renovation! Our bathroom was an icebox due to poor insulation from the original build. They made excellent design recommendations to resolve the poor insulation and also installed heated floors. They converted an outdated tub/ shower combo into a beautiful walk-in shower and we are thrilled with the results . Their team was prompt, courteous and clean, taking off shoes and wiping down the area which with a toddler in the home was extra appreciated. They even helped us install a shower rod in another bathroom that was not part of the project. We are so happy they were recommended to us and we would definitely recommend them for your project.
Before & After & Timelapse
Our Work
Bathroom Projects in Lake Forest
Browse our bathroom remodeling projects completed near Lake Forest. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every bathroom project.
What homeowners near Lake Forest say
“GS Construction & Remodeling is the best of the best. We've hired them to work on 5 different properties (4 were extensive remodels) and continue to be thrilled with their work and have referred them to friends and family. I constantly brin...”
“They did an outstanding job on our complete bathroom renovation! Our bathroom was an icebox due to poor insulation from the original build. They made excellent design recommendations to resolve the poor insulation and also installed heated...”
“In a word, superb. This is the first time I've taken the trouble to review a contractor. We hired GS Construction to remodel a bathroom. The job took about 3 weeks; during that time, they were always on time and didn't miss a single day. Th...”
Bathroom Remodeling stories from the blog
Bathroom Remodel · Palatine, IL
Modern Palatine Primary Bathroom: A Spa-Like Retreat for Homeowners
We transformed a primary bathroom in Palatine, IL, into a spacious and luxurious spa-like retreat, focusing on high-quality materials and thoughtful design.
Sep 4, 2026
Kitchen Remodel · Barrington, IL
A Bright, Hardworking Kitchen Renovation in Barrington, IL
This kitchen renovation in Barrington, IL, completed in 2021, shows the kind of bright, hardworking space we love to build, centered around a striking gray island.
Sep 4, 2026
Kitchen Remodel · Hoffman Estates, IL
Hoffman Estates Kitchen & Wet Bar: A Bright, Cohesive Renovation
We transformed a kitchen, wet bar, and living room in Hoffman Estates, IL, creating a bright, updated space with white shaker cabinets and granite counters.
Sep 4, 2026
Budgeting first? See real 2026 price ranges in our bathroom remodeling cost guide — and what your Lake Forest permit will add in our permit guide.
Completed projects around Lake Forest
GS Construction crews have completed 61 projects within 10 miles of Lake Forest — 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.
More Remodeling Services in Lake Forest
Contact GS Construction
Let's Build Beautiful Spaces Together
GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company, and bathroom remodeling in Lake Forest 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.
- Telephone
- (224) 735-4200
- [email protected]
- Service Area
-
Service Area
Lake Forest and surrounding Chicagoland areas