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 Vernon Hills home additions
Hawthorn Mall, Cuneo Mansion & Gardens, Century Park, Big Bear Lake, White Deer Run Golf Club, Vernon Hills High School, Vernon Hills Metra station (North Central Service), Milwaukee Avenue, Townline Road (Route 60)
Neighborhoods we work in
- Gregg's Landing
- Grosse Pointe Village
- Hawthorn Club
- Deerpath
- Stone Fence Farm
- New Century Town
- Tiffany Woods
- Westwood
- Mallard Ridge
- Olde Mill
Home additions in Vernon Hills, IL
Home additions in Vernon Hills often involve expanding the footprint of 1970s and 80s single-family homes, many of which feature more compartmentalized layouts common to their era. These projects typically aim to modernize living spaces, adding square footage to accommodate growing families or new lifestyle needs. For homes in areas like Tiffany Woods or Westwood, an addition might transform a modest ranch into a more spacious dwelling, while in Gregg's Landing, expansions tend to focus on enhancing existing luxury with specialized rooms. The goal is usually to seamlessly integrate new construction with the original structure, both architecturally and functionally, often requiring adjustments to existing HVAC and electrical systems to maintain comfort and efficiency. From two-story expansions to single-level bump-outs, additions in Vernon Hills are tailored to the distinct characteristics of each home's original design and construction. We frequently see requests for expanded kitchens that flow into new family rooms, or the creation of dedicated home offices.
What Vernon Hills homeowners ask for
Vernon Hills homeowners frequently request primary suite additions, expanding smaller bedrooms into luxurious retreats with walk-in closets and spa-like bathrooms. Two-story additions are common to add bedrooms for growing families, particularly in the established subdivisions where lot sizes allow for vertical expansion. We also see demand for sunrooms or four-season rooms, extending living space into the outdoors, especially in homes with scenic backyard views.
About Vernon Hills
Vernon Hills grew in distinct waves, and remodeling here means matching the wave. This mix maps cleanly to our work, from kitchen and bath updates to whole-home renovations and additions.
The village incorporated in 1958 around a single 125-home subdivision, then boomed in the 1970s when New Century Town rose around Hawthorn Mall as a planned community of condominiums, townhomes, and single-family streets. A later wave built Gregg's Landing on the former Cuneo estate from the late 1990s — custom and semi-custom homes wrapped around White Deer Run Golf Club. Families here feed Hawthorn District 73 and Vernon Hills High School, with Metra's North Central Service running to Union Station.
The initial 1958 subdivision's 125 homes suggest established, potentially smaller lots where additions will require careful consideration of setbacks. The boom in the 1970s with New Century Town, featuring single-family streets, indicates a prevalence of original construction with specific rooflines and foundations that new additions must seamlessly tie into. Gregg's Landing, developed from the late 1990s with custom and semi-custom homes, offers opportunities for larger additions, but these structures will demand precise integration with their more complex original designs. For homes built in 1986 or earlier, the Lake County Public Works requirement to verify service line material is crucial for plumbing-heavy additions, impacting planning and potential scope. The village's review of exterior changes will likely focus on maintaining architectural harmony within these distinct eras and subdivisions.
Home additions in Vernon Hills require detailed plan review by the village's Community Development Department, encompassing structural, electrical, and plumbing aspects. GS Construction & Remodeling manages all permit applications, including the necessary completion bond, and coordinates every inspection from foundation through final sign-off.
How your Vernon Hills 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 Vernon Hills Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
GS Construction & Remodeling is the best of the best. We've hired them to work on 5 different properties (4 were extensive remodels) and continue to be thrilled with their work and have referred them to friends and family. I constantly bring to them pictures/ideas from Houzz & Pinterest and ask how we can duplicate high end looks on a budget and they pull it off - magnificently - every time. Not only do they know their craft, but they have a great design sense as well and make suggestions that always enhance the project. Their communication (providing estimates for changes as we go along, keeping in touch regarding scheduling, etc.) is excellent. They're nice people and incredibly respectful too - top notch all around.
Before & After & Timelapse
What homeowners near Vernon Hills say
“GS Construction & Remodeling is the best of the best. We've hired them to work on 5 different properties (4 were extensive remodels) and continue to be thrilled with their work and have referred them to friends and family. I constantly brin...”
“I don't even know where to begin, Patryk & Greg are just amazing! We hired them to remodel approximately 4000 sqft of a 1985 house which included an unfinished basement. The whole experience could not have been better. It took about 7 month...”
“They did an outstanding job on our complete bathroom renovation! Our bathroom was an icebox due to poor insulation from the original build. They made excellent design recommendations to resolve the poor insulation and also installed heated...”
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Budgeting first? See real 2026 price ranges in our home additions cost guide — and what your Vernon Hills permit will add in our permit guide.
Completed projects around Vernon Hills
GS Construction crews have completed 127 projects within 10 miles of Vernon Hills — 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 Vernon Hills 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
Vernon Hills and surrounding Chicagoland areas