River Forest Home Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled homes for River Forest 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 River Forest 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 River Forest whole-home remodels
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
Neighborhoods we work in
- Forest Avenue
- Keystone Avenue
- Lathrop Avenue
- Thatcher Avenue
- Quick Avenue
Whole-home remodeling in River Forest, IL
Whole-home remodeling in River Forest often means transforming early-20th-century layouts to suit contemporary living. Many of the village's American Foursquare, Bungalow, and Arts & Crafts homes feature compartmentalized floor plans, where a whole-home project typically involves opening up sightlines between the kitchen, dining, and living areas. This often requires structural modifications, such as removing load-bearing walls, and integrating modern amenities while preserving the architectural integrity of the era. For Victorian and Colonial Revival homes, whole-home renovations might focus on updating mechanicals and finishes throughout, ensuring period-appropriate aesthetics in modernized spaces. A typical whole-home job here reconfigures the flow of daily life, making these historic residences function seamlessly for today's families.
What River Forest homeowners ask for
River Forest homeowners undertaking whole-home remodels frequently request comprehensive updates to all living spaces, aiming for a cohesive design language throughout the property. This often includes converting underutilized formal dining rooms into more versatile family spaces, or re-envisioning smaller bedrooms into expansive primary suites with walk-in closets and luxurious bathrooms. There's a strong demand for integrating smart home technology seamlessly into older structures, from lighting and climate control to advanced security systems, all while maintaining the home's original charm.
About River Forest
River Forest is an architecture town, with 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 while keeping the woodwork, masonry, and street-facing character that give these houses their value.
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.
Whole-home remodeling in River Forest often involves opening up the compartmentalized layouts of Victorian, Prairie, and brick Colonial homes from the village's 19th- and early-20th-century growth, necessitating careful structural modifications while preserving original woodwork and masonry. For these older homes, updating electrical and plumbing systems is crucial, with the Village's "Get the Lead Out" program offering a valuable opportunity to replace lead service lines during kitchen or bath remodels. The deep stock of these historic housing styles means that whole-home projects frequently involve reworking century-old floor plans to accommodate modern kitchens, bathrooms, and finished basements. Planning these comprehensive renovations requires careful sequencing, especially when families are living through the construction, to minimize disruption around the home's existing character and daily routines.
Whole-home remodeling in River Forest triggers multiple inspections throughout the project, covering structural, electrical, and plumbing phases. GS Construction manages all permit applications, coordinates with the village's building department, and schedules every required inspection to ensure compliance and project continuity.
How your River Forest 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 River Forest 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.
Before & After & Timelapse
Our Work
Home Remodeling Projects in River Forest
Browse our home remodeling remodeling projects completed near River Forest. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every home remodeling project.
What homeowners near River Forest 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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Completed projects around River Forest
GS Construction crews have completed 66 projects within 10 miles of River Forest — 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 River Forest 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.
- Telephone
- (224) 735-4200
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Service Area
River Forest and surrounding Chicagoland areas