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Palatine kitchen remodel featuring white cabinets, dark island with marble countertop, black pendant lights, and hardwood flo
Gregory and Patryk - GS Construction
Gregory and Patryk - GS Construction

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GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company specializing in residential remodeling and renovations in Oak Forest. 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
[email protected]
Service Area
Service Area
Oak Forest and surrounding Chicagoland areas

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Saturday morning appointments are limited. If you need a Saturday meeting, please mention it in your message. We typically schedule Saturday appointments about 4 weeks in advance.

Serving Oak Forest, IL homeowners

Oak Forest was built almost all at once: the population quintupled during the 1960s, from under 4,000 to more than 19,000, as subdivisions like Fieldcrest — south of 159th Street, east of Cicero Avenue — filled in with single-family homes from the mid-1950s through the early 1970s. Those houses are now 50 to 70 years old, and GS Construction plans remodels around exactly that vintage: opening up compartmentalized kitchens, updating original bathrooms, finishing basements, and designing additions that give a 1960s floor plan the space today's families expect. One practical note for plumbing-heavy projects — the city distributes Lake Michigan water (purchased through Oak Lawn) on its own system and is inventorying lead service lines in homes built before 1986, worth confirming before a kitchen or bath remodel. Most of Oak Forest is served by Forest Ridge District 142 and Arbor Park District 145 — the Fieldcrest area falls in Prairie-Hills District 144, whose Fieldcrest Elementary sits inside the subdivision, and portions lie in Tinley Park District 146 — with Oak Forest High School (Bremen District 228) and a Rock Island Metra ride from 159th and Cicero to LaSalle Street.

Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Oak Forest remodeling projects

Oak Forest Metra Station (Rock Island District), Oak Forest High School, Oak Forest Park District, George W. Dunne National Golf Course, Chicago Gaelic Park, Yankee Woods, Tinley Creek Trail System, Cicero Avenue (Route 50), 159th Street (U.S. Route 6)

Oak Forest permits & building codes for remodeling projects

The City of Oak Forest's Building Department reviews construction plans, issues building permits, and inspects completed work, and permits are required for remodeling, additions, and most other improvement projects. The city publishes project-specific building guides covering permit procedures, zoning regulations, construction requirements, and fees, and currently asks for 48-72 hours' notice when scheduling inspections. GS Construction manages the full permit process in Oak Forest — application, plan submittal, and every inspection through final sign-off.

Completed projects around Oak Forest

GS Construction crews have completed 1 project within 10 miles of Oak Forest — part of 399 completed projects across 67 Chicago-area ZIP codes. The map below shows real project density from our records, not a service-area claim.

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Testimonials

Your Neighbours in Oak Forest Love Us

Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.

5 Stars

Patryk and his team did an incredible job on our home. We gutted nearly every room and they executed our vision perfectly. Patryk is a great communicator, has fair pricing, and does quality work that holds up. Everyone that comes to our home remarks on what an incredible transformation they accomplished.

Taylor D
Taylor D
Palatine, IL · Jun 2024
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Bright kitchen remodel featuring white cabinets, marble countertops, herringbone backsplash, and black swivel stools.

Kitchen Remodeling in Oak Forest

Transform your kitchen into the heart of your home. From custom cabinetry and premium countertops to complete renovations – we create beautiful, functional spaces where families gather and memories are made.

  • Custom cabinetry & storage solutions
  • Granite, quartz & marble countertops
  • Flooring, lighting & complete renovations
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Chicago bathroom remodel: double vanity with white cabinets, blue walls, herringbone tile shower, modern lighting.

Bathroom Remodeling in Oak Forest

Create your personal spa retreat with expert bathroom renovations. From luxurious walk-in showers and soaking tubs to modern vanities and tile work – we design bathrooms that combine comfort with style.

  • Walk-in showers & luxury tubs
  • Custom tile work & vanities
  • Modern fixtures & lighting
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Arlington Heights kitchen remodel with wood cabinets, white quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and pendant light

Home Remodeling in Oak Forest

Comprehensive home renovations that breathe new life into your entire living space. From room additions and open floor plans to complete home makeovers – we handle projects of any scale with precision.

  • Room additions & expansions
  • Open concept floor plans
  • Complete home renovations
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Finished basement with a game room, exposed brick feature wall, hardwood-look floors and a full bathroom — representative of the finished basement projects GS Construction builds in Oak Forest, IL

Basement Remodeling in Oak Forest

Turn an unfinished or dated basement into comfortable, code-compliant living space. From family rooms and home theaters to guest suites, wet bars, and basement bathrooms – we finish lower levels your family will actually use.

  • Family rooms, theaters & rec spaces
  • Guest bedrooms & basement bathrooms
  • Code-compliant electrical & plumbing
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Bright four-season sunroom addition with a wall of windows, tile floor and ceiling fan — representative of the home addition projects GS Construction builds in Oak Forest, IL

Home Additions in Oak Forest

Expand your home with seamless additions designed to match your existing layout. From sunrooms and master suites to second-story additions – we add square footage that blends naturally with your home.

  • Room additions & bump-outs
  • Sunrooms & four-season rooms
  • Master suite & second-story additions
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Inverness Mudroom Laundry Room: White cabinets, patterned tile floor, custom storage, baskets, hooks, and wood bench.

Mudroom & Laundry in Oak Forest

Tame the daily clutter with a custom mudroom or laundry/mudroom combo. Built-in lockers, benches, cubbies, drop zones, durable tile floors, and utility sinks – designed around how your family actually moves through your home.

  • Built-in lockers, benches & cubbies
  • Combined laundry/mudroom layouts
  • Durable tile floors & utility sinks
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Ready to Start Your Oak Forest Project?

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