Oak Park Bathroom Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled bathrooms for Oak Park 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 Oak Park 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 Oak Park
- Workmanship warranty on every bathroom — our commitment never expires
"Typically 3–5 weeks on site, with an owner there daily."
Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Oak Park bathroom remodels
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, Unity Temple, Ernest Hemingway Birthplace Museum, Oak Park Conservatory, Austin Gardens, Pleasant District, Ridgeland-Oak Park Historic District, Gunderson Historic District
Neighborhoods we work in
- Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District
- Ridgeland-Oak Park Historic District
- Gunderson Historic District
- Pleasant District
- Hemingway District
- Arts District
- South East Oak Park
Bathroom remodeling in Oak Park, IL
Bathroom remodeling in Oak Park often involves navigating the unique architectural character of its pre-1940 housing stock. We frequently encounter original plumbing systems, sometimes with cast iron drains and galvanized supply lines, requiring full replacement to meet modern performance standards. Layouts in these homes, from Victorian to Prairie School and brick bungalows, typically feature smaller, sometimes compartmentalized bathrooms. A typical job involves updating fixtures, improving ventilation, and reconfiguring tight spaces to enhance functionality and aesthetics while respecting the home's historic integrity and existing structural elements. Second-story bathrooms, common in many Oak Park homes, present specific challenges with subfloor conditions and access for new plumbing runs, often demanding careful planning to minimize disruption to floors below. We focus on creating efficient, beautiful bathrooms that complement the home's era.
What Oak Park homeowners ask for
Oak Park homeowners frequently request expanded shower enclosures, often converting existing tub-shower combinations into spacious walk-in showers, especially in homes with other bathing options. Another common request is for improved storage solutions and integrated vanity designs that maximize space in compact footprints. We also see strong demand for radiant floor heating and smart ventilation systems to enhance comfort and moisture control in these older, often tightly built homes.
About Oak Park
Oak Park may be the most architecturally protected place we work, with much of the housing predating 1940, meaning remodels must work with the existing fabric.
Three local historic districts — Frank Lloyd Wright-Prairie School of Architecture, Ridgeland-Oak Park, and Gunderson — cover much of the village, and the Wright district holds the world's largest concentration of Prairie School homes, anchored by the Wright Home and Studio and UNESCO-listed Unity Temple. Much of the housing predates 1940: Victorians, stucco Prairie designs, brick bungalows, and two-flats with plaster walls, original trim, and aging mechanicals.
The pre-1940 housing stock, including Victorians, stucco Prairie designs, and brick bungalows, often means original bathrooms were modest, sometimes just one per house, influencing modern needs for additional or larger facilities. The aging mechanicals in these homes, particularly those with plaster walls and original trim, frequently indicate the presence of cast-iron drains and galvanized supply lines that require complete replacement during a remodel. Venting systems in these older structures were often rudimentary or non-existent, necessitating the installation of modern, code-compliant ventilation to prevent moisture issues. Floor structures under original tile in homes from the Frank Lloyd Wright-Prairie School of Architecture and Ridgeland-Oak Park districts often require reinforcement or leveling to support contemporary tile installations. Carving primary suites from smaller bedrooms in two-flats and other pre-1940 homes often involves rerouting existing plumbing and adding new drain and supply lines within existing structural constraints.
Bathroom remodels in Oak Park necessitate specific plumbing and electrical inspections from the village's Development Customer Services Department, particularly for drain and vent changes, new fixture installations, and waterproofing. GS Construction & Remodeling manages all permit applications and coordinates the required inspections, ensuring every aspect of your remodel adheres to local building codes.
How your Oak Park 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 Oak Park Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
I am a designer in Chicago and worked with Greg and his team on two bathroom renovations. They were exceptional. Their communication was really impressive, they were on time, on budget and fantastic to work with. I really have nothing but good things to say. I really look forward to working with them again in the near future. A great contractor is hard to come by, but I would recommend GS to anyone!
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Our Work
Bathroom Projects in Oak Park
Browse our bathroom remodeling projects completed near Oak Park. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every bathroom project.
What homeowners near Oak Park say
“I cannot say enough good things about GS Constructions / Greg and Patryk Szady. From the start, their proposal and cost estimate was broken down, item by item, which most contractors don't do. It allowed us to alter our project to fit our b...”
“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!...”
“You will not regret choosing GS Construction & Remodeling. We are beyond happy with our condo remodel, and it is all thanks to Greg, Patryk, and their team of hardworking and meticulous professionals. We completely remodeled our two bedroom...”
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Budgeting first? See real 2026 price ranges in our bathroom remodeling cost guide — and what your Oak Park permit will add in our permit guide.
Completed projects around Oak Park
GS Construction crews have completed 67 projects within 10 miles of Oak Park — 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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Contact GS Construction
Let's Build Beautiful Spaces Together
GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company, and bathroom remodeling in Oak Park 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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Service Area
Oak Park and surrounding Chicagoland areas