Remodeling contractor in River Forest, IL

River Forest kitchen, bathroom & whole-home remodeling

White kitchen remodel with shaker cabinets, green subway tile backsplash, granite countertop, and wood floors.

5/5 from 3 verified reviews from River Forest and surrounding homeowners

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Remodeling projects we've completed near River Forest, IL

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Remodeling Services Homeowners Search for in River Forest

This page is structured around real River Forest search intent: kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, home additions, mudroom remodeling, and home remodeling. Local focus: Frank Lloyd Wright's Winslow House, Dominican University, Concordia University Chicago, River Forest Public Library, Thatcher Woods, Keyston...

What remodeling costs in River Forest

Typical local ranges — every project is quoted after a free in-home visit.

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Kitchen remodel
$35k–$80k

Cabinets, countertops & layout changes

Bathroom remodel
$15k–$60k

Hall bath to custom primary suite

Basement finishing
$45k–$150k

Standard build-out to bath + wet bar

Home addition
$60k–$350k

≈ $200–$400 per square foot

Demolition, debris removal and dumpster fees are included in every River Forest-area estimate — no surprise charges on the final invoice.

Lead water pipe replacement in River Forest

Illinois law requires every water system to inventory and replace lead service lines — and many suburbs cover part or all of the cost. See how to check your River Forest line and what it means mid-remodel.

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Neighborhoods & landmarks near our River Forest remodeling projects

Frank Lloyd Wright's Winslow House, Dominican University, Concordia University Chicago, River Forest Public Library, Thatcher Woods, Keystone Park, River Forest Metra station (UP-W), River Forest Town Center

Remodeling in River Forest, IL

GS Construction provides expert remodeling services to homeowners in River Forest and throughout Proviso Township. We are a family-owned and operated contractor specializing in kitchen, bathroom, and whole-home renovations. Our decades of experience ensures beautiful and functional spaces for River Forest families.

River Forest is an architecture town: Frank Lloyd Wright's first independent commission, the Winslow House, stands on Auvergne Place, Prairie School architect William Drummond lived and built here, and the streets near Thatcher Woods carry a deep stock of Victorian, Prairie, and brick Colonial homes from the village's 19th- and early-20th-century growth. Remodeling here is a balancing act — reworking century-old floor plans for modern kitchens, bathrooms, and finished basements while keeping the woodwork, masonry, and street-facing character that give these houses their value. Plumbing projects add one consideration: the Village runs its own Lake Michigan water system, and its "Get the Lead Out" program reimburses part of the cost of replacing a lead service line — worth folding into a kitchen or bath remodel rather than opening the ground twice. GS Construction plans whole-home renovations, additions, and room-by-room updates around these details, in a village served by District 90 schools, OPRF High School, and Metra's UP-W line to Ogilvie in a little over 20 minutes.

River Forest permits & building codes for remodeling projects

The Village of River Forest requires building permits for remodeling work — structural, electrical, and plumbing changes included — with applications submitted through its online permit portal at riverforest.onlama.com. Homes designated as significant properties get one extra step: exterior work affecting more than 20% of a street-facing facade, or street-visible window replacement, triggers an advisory review by the Historic Preservation Commission (up to 30 days, or 7 for windows) before work begins. The Commission's recommendations are non-binding, but the review window belongs in your project schedule. GS Construction manages the full permit process — portal submission, historic-review coordination, and every required inspection.

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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 budget. Patryk also took the time to explain costs to us and help us get what we wanted for the price we could afford. Once we hired GS, they kept to their timeline, and they focused on our project. Each day we knew when to expect workers (who came on time!) and at the end of each day, we could see real progress. The crews that came to do the work were courteous, respectful of our space, and they cleaned up after themselves. Patryk and Greg didn't just show up once or twice; they were there throughout the project, and were alway helpful in answering questions, addressing concerns, and making it feel like my project was their main focus. Most importantly, the finished product was beyond our expectations. Patryk and Greg really pay attention to detail and are willing to go the extra mile to make things perfect. From exact tile or light placement, to thinking about how cabinets will sit near a doorway, to vent color, they thought of and addressed issues I hadn't even considered, and they made it look perfect, even when that meant more work for them. When I picked a paint color I ended up not loving, they offered to repaint even though it was my mistake. When I picked a wall mounted faucet known for being difficult, they spent hours trouble shooting water pressure and placement in order to get it just right. When the project was all done, Patryk and Greg followed up a few weeks later to make sure we were happy, and come back and address small punch list items that we realized only after living in the space again. It is this kind of attention to satisfaction and attention to detail that is rare to find in this industry, and it makes Patryk and Greg an absolute pleasure to work with. I have recommended them to others we have been equally happy. TL;DR: GS Construction was on time and on budget, and their prices are competitive and fair. Their work was absolutely beautiful, and we couldn't be more pleased. After this experience, I honestly would not use anyone else. I will be a returning customer for life.

Adam S Chicago, IL Aug 2017 Kitchen

Completed projects around River Forest

GS Construction crews have completed 62 projects within 10 miles of River Forest — part of 410 completed projects across 68 Chicago-area ZIP codes. The map below shows real project density from our records, not a service-area claim.

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Remodeling Near River Forest, IL

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Let's Build Beautiful Spaces Together

GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company specializing in residential remodeling and renovations in River 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.

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(224) 735-4200
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Service Area
River Forest and surrounding Chicagoland areas

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