Home Additions Experts
Expert Home Additions Services
GS Construction & Remodeling specializes in professional Home Additions. As a father-son team, we bring decades of combined experience to every project.
From the first walkthrough to the last punch-list item, Greg or Patryk runs your Home Additions project themselves. That means a scope written out line by line instead of one number, permits pulled and handled with your village, and the same faces on site rather than a crew you've never met.
- Specialized Home Additions expertise
- On-site supervision for every project
- Transparent pricing with no surprises
- Quality craftsmanship guaranteed
"Your Home Additions project deserves the best—we deliver it."
Neighborhoods & landmarks near our North Barrington home additions
Biltmore Country Club, Wynstone Golf Club, North Barrington Elementary School, Honey Lake, Grassy Lake, Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve just south in Deer Park, Rand Road (US 12), Route 59, Metra UP-NW at Barrington
Neighborhoods we work in
- Wynstone
- Biltmore
- Steeplechase
- Sanctuary
- Fairhaven
- The Oaks
Home additions in North Barrington, IL
Home additions in North Barrington frequently involve expanding homes originally built as summer cottages, adapting 1950s ranches for growing families, or enhancing 1980s and newer custom builds with additional living space. Many properties here feature generous lot sizes, providing ample room for horizontal expansions that maintain the semi-rural aesthetic. We often see requests to add new primary suites, enlarge existing kitchens, or create dedicated home offices and entertainment areas that integrate seamlessly with the original architecture. The challenge and opportunity lie in respecting the home's era while delivering modern functionality and flow, whether it's a Biltmore cottage needing a larger footprint or a Wynstone estate seeking an expanded family room.
What North Barrington homeowners ask for
North Barrington homeowners frequently request two-story additions to add new bedroom suites or expand existing living areas without sacrificing yard space. Another common request is for single-story family room additions, often with vaulted ceilings and large windows to bring in natural light and views of the wooded lots. We also see interest in mudroom and laundry room additions, especially for homes where these spaces were undersized or non-existent in the original footprint.
About North Barrington
North Barrington's housing reads in layers, from 1926 summer cottages to late-1980s golf-course communities. Remodeling here starts with water, as nearly every home runs on a private well and septic field.
The 1926 Biltmore Country Estates subdivision ringed Honey Lake with summer cottages, many adapted into year-round homes after World War II. Late-1950s zoning set one-, two-, and five-acre lots to keep the village semi-rural. The Wynstone golf-course community grew around its Jack Nicklaus course from the late 1980s. Most of the village is in Barrington 220 schools — North Barrington Elementary is the only public school inside the village — and Metra's UP-NW line is minutes south in Barrington.
For additions, the 1926 Biltmore Country Estates cottages, often adapted into year-round homes, present opportunities for expanding smaller footprints, requiring careful consideration of original foundations and rooflines. Late-1950s zoning established one-, two-, and five-acre lots, meaning generous setbacks and ample space for horizontal expansions are common for many properties. Wynstone golf-course community homes from the late 1980s often require additions that seamlessly integrate with custom builds, matching contemporary rooflines and exterior finishes. Since most homes rely on private wells and septic fields, any addition involving new plumbing fixtures must account for existing well equipment and septic capacity. The village reviews exterior changes to maintain its semi-rural character, necessitating designs that complement the established aesthetic of each subdivision. Additions in the village, especially those involving significant exterior alterations, will undergo scrutiny to ensure they align with the village's vision.
Home additions in North Barrington require detailed plan review covering structural integrity, foundations, roof tie-ins, and exterior material matching, all subject to Village inspections. GS Construction & Remodeling manages the full application process, from initial design review through coordinating all necessary structural and framing inspections.
How your North Barrington 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 North Barrington 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.
Before & After & Timelapse
What homeowners near North Barrington 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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Budgeting first? See real 2026 price ranges in our home additions cost guide — and what your North Barrington permit will add in our permit guide.
Completed projects around North Barrington
GS Construction crews have completed 194 projects within 10 miles of North Barrington — 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 additions in North Barrington 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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North Barrington and surrounding Chicagoland areas