Lincolnwood Home Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled homes for Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood whole-home remodels
Lincolnwood Town Center, Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center, Lincolnwood Public Library, Bryn Mawr Country Club, Valley Line Trail, Lincoln Hall Middle School, North Shore Channel Trail, Edens Expressway, Lincoln Avenue corridor
Neighborhoods we work in
- Proesel Park
- Lincolnwood Towers
- Todd Triangle
- The Pointe
- Sunnyside
Whole-home remodeling in Lincolnwood, IL
Whole-home remodeling in Lincolnwood often addresses the distinct character of its mid-century housing stock, where the brick ranches, bungalows, and split-levels present opportunities to redefine interior flow. These projects frequently involve reimagining floor plans that once emphasized distinct, smaller rooms, transforming them into cohesive, open living areas better suited for modern family life and entertaining. A typical whole-home remodel here might see the removal of non-load-bearing walls to connect a previously enclosed kitchen with a dining area and living room, creating a seamless great room environment. Beyond the main living spaces, these renovations often extend to updating all bathrooms, reconfiguring bedroom layouts for improved functionality, and maximizing the potential of basements to add valuable square footage. The goal is always to honor the home's original footprint while delivering a completely revitalized, contemporary living experience tailored to current needs and aesthetics.
What Lincolnwood homeowners ask for
Lincolnwood homeowners frequently request whole-home remodels that specifically integrate primary suites with enlarged bathrooms and walk-in closets, converting smaller bedrooms or underutilized spaces. Another common ask involves expanding the home's footprint through small, strategic additions that seamlessly blend with the existing architecture, often to accommodate a larger kitchen or a dedicated home office. Many projects also focus on a complete interior overhaul, from updated electrical and plumbing to new flooring and trim throughout, ensuring longevity and efficiency.
About Lincolnwood
Lincolnwood's housing tells the story of its postwar boom: most streets still carry that era's brick ranches, bungalows, and split-levels, while Lincolnwood Towers runs larger. Remodeling here usually means opening up compartmentalized mid-century floor plans.
The village nearly quadrupled in population during the 1950s, and most streets still carry that era's brick ranches, bungalows, and split-levels, while Lincolnwood Towers — the custom-home enclave west of the Edens famous for its holiday light displays — runs larger. District 74 schools and Niles West High School serve local families, and the Edens keeps Loop commutes short.
The prevalence of 1950s brick ranches, bungalows, and split-levels in Lincolnwood means whole-home remodels frequently involve reconfiguring these compartmentalized mid-century layouts. Opening up these homes often requires careful structural planning due to original construction methods, especially when integrating kitchens with formal dining rooms or expanding under low ranch footprints. For families living through a remodel, the original wiring and plumbing in these 1950s homes necessitate comprehensive updates, with particular attention to the municipal Lake Michigan water system and potential lead service lines during plumbing-heavy work. Sequencing a whole-home renovation for families who want to stay put in these properties often involves phased work, addressing hall-bath and primary-bath updates alongside basement build-outs. Even the larger custom homes in Lincolnwood Towers, while offering more space, still benefit from updates that align with modern family living, connecting to the overall trend of whole-home renovations in the area.
Whole-home remodeling in Lincolnwood, especially when involving structural changes like wall removal, additions, or significant reconfigurations, necessitates comprehensive structural engineering reviews and multiple inspections. GS Construction & Remodeling expertly manages all required applications and coordinates every inspection with the Village's Community Development Department, ensuring a smooth project progression.
How your Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood 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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Our Work
Home Remodeling Projects in Lincolnwood
Browse our home remodeling remodeling projects completed near Lincolnwood. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every home remodeling project.
What homeowners near Lincolnwood 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 Lincolnwood
GS Construction crews have completed 111 projects within 10 miles of Lincolnwood — 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 Lincolnwood 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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- (224) 735-4200
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Service Area
Lincolnwood and surrounding Chicagoland areas