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Featured Reviews for Chicago, IL Home Builders

Sutherland Custom Builders (Sutherland Homes)

Chicago, IL Home Builders

March 25, 2014

“Sutherland Custom Builders did an outstanding job with the complete redesign and build of our custom home. They were on time, professional, and direct throughout the whole process from start to finish. They guided us through the selection of the architect, the bid process, and selection of the various interiors. They delivered a great product that we enjoy today.”

M House Development

Chicago, IL Home Builders

November 8, 2016

“MHouse is a incredible builder to work with. Scott and Elizabeth are very easy to work with, they make the experience easy and fun. Their design estetic is both modern and fresh. I love my home and I am very happy that I found MHouse to build my dream home.”

Maddock Construction Company

Chicago, IL Home Builders

September 16, 2012

“Maddock Construction built our dream home 10 years ago and when our family needed a bit more room we did not hesitate to go to Larry Maddock again for his expert services. We have very particular needs and an eye for detail. Our needs have grown out of our love the Craftsman Period and in particular its realization in the Prairie Style Architecture. Larry and his father before him have prided themselves in bringing the greater Chicago area this genre of homes that was arguably born within its borders. Whether it be detailed trim, woodwork and built-ins or all the components that come together in custom homes to maximize character without blowing a budget you will find no finer custom home builder in greater Chicago and Southern Wisconsin to exceed your dreams. When it comes to an eye for detail, Larry is as impassioned as you will find a builder with the art of home building. This is not a person who lets the details fall to a job supervisor. All of his sub-contractors know him to be extremely attentive to detail and are keenly aware that he will hold them accountable for all of their work as representatives of the quality of his brand. We are always amazed about the frustration and spite that many behold to their builder after a custom home project as our experience could not have been more different. To the contrary, we built a relationship with someone who helped us realize our dreams. If you are a person who dreams about how the ideas of Houzz could come to life in your home, you would be remiss not to talk to Larry Maddock.”

"Newport Cove" by New American Homes Inc.

Chicago, IL Home Builders

February 10, 2020

“Beautiful custom built homes on the lake, with a lake view, or maintenance free. Up-to-date finishes and spacious floor plans no matter if you choose a ranch or two- story home”

SeBern Custom Homes

Chicago, IL Home Builders

December 15, 2014

“SeBern Custom Homes has been building and developing some of the best projects in the Chicagoland area for many years. As architects, we are proud to have been team members on these homes. The Sebern team provides the highest quality services, workmanship and construction. We are always pleased to recommend SeBern to any and all of our clients. Continue the great work!”

United Chicago Builders LLC

Chicago, IL Home Builders

April 27, 2020

“Lester and Irena designed and built my dream home. When I first found the listing and toured the house the interior construction was just beginning. As a single woman and a designer (and a picky one at that), I was extremely nervous to pull the trigger, having zero new construction experience and very little time to manage or navigate the process. I was completely blown away by them at every turn: from their stellar communication to gorgeous material choices to incredible attention to detail, quality and craftsmanship. They brought me along every step of the way, presenting key milestones and recommendations with clarity and rationale. I never could have imagined building a brand new home could be such a frictionless and inspiring experience. I wholeheartedly trust Lester and Irena, and would highly recommend working with them!”

ONE Custom Builders

Chicago, IL Home Builders

April 26, 2013

“The One Group is one of the best companies with which I've had the pleasure to do business. Jon and I have worked on several projects together and I have not been disappointed once. Professional, courteous and respectful of budgetary concerns of the customer are of the highest priority. Extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the business..whether it be new construction or a remodel. All projects were done in a timely manner. You won't go wrong by hiring the One Group.”

A. Perry Homes

Chicago, IL Home Builders

April 25, 2013

“The team at A. Perry Homes designed and built our home from what was a tear down cottage to what is now a luxury lake home. They listened to what was important to us and they worked with our budget. The team at A. Perry Homes had a shared passion for our project and added significant value through their creative design ideas, their relationships with contractors and suppliers and their interior design specialists. They completed our project on time and on budget and in the end they built our dream house. We highly recommend the team at A. Perry Homes”

Rite Way Custom Homes

Chicago, IL Home Builders

July 9, 2014

“Rite Way created a beautiful and custom full bathroom on the first floor of our 100 year old home. The restroom was created from a useless small room in the rear of the house and is now one of the most beautiful rooms in the house. We were able to make every decision on finishes from start to finish and were extremely pleased with the end result. The work started at the height of the hottest summer on record and finished days before we returned home from the hospital with our first child. Everything was clean during the construction and the contractors were a joy to have in our home. There is not a single visitor that comes to our home that isn't overly impressed with the way the room turned out and we have not had a single issue with the workmanship or quality of the room. We will continue to use Rite Way for any renovation project in home, big or small, and cannot recommend them enough!”

Mora Builders Inc

Chicago, IL Home Builders

May 19, 2016

“Patrick Connelly and Mora Buiders were the most top-flite and professional outfit I could have asked for to remodel my home. They were easy to work with, and Patrick showed incredible taste and sensitivity to my needs as a home owner when I found myself having a difficult time making decisions. As a man of character, his recommendations had nothing to do with influencing me to spend more money but rather all his advice was premised on best serving my needs and desires.”

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What’s the most important step in building a new house from the ground up? Many people would say it’s choosing the right Chicago home builder. Constructing a new house is a huge and multifaceted undertaking, so it’s important to find custom home builders in Chicago, IL you can trust to bring your vision to life, as well as keep the process under control from start to finish. Although a construction job is never without surprises and challenges, a Chicago, IL home builder who’s a good fit for your specific project will make these far easier to handle.

What do new home builders do?

For Chicago residential home builders who also act as developers, the job starts well before the first nail is driven. They perform local market research to determine whether the prospective homesites make sense in the Chicago, IL market, as well as survey the land on which the house will be built to make sure it is suitable for construction. Custom builders also obtain the necessary permits.

A good custom home builder in Chicago, IL has skills that go far beyond construction — he or she must supervise subcontractors and artisans; keep tabs on local zoning regulations, building codes and other legalities; inspect work for problems along the way; and perform dozens of other roles that are essential in building a quality house. Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of home builders: Interior Designers & Decorators, Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers, Architects & Building Designers, Kitchen & Bath Designers, Specialty Contractors.

House builders are responsible for ensuring that the home-building project sticks as closely as possible to the specified timetable, particularly in the event of change orders. Custom and luxury home builders in Chicago, IL also need interpersonal skills to deal with clients of all types, soothe frazzled nerves, negotiate conflicts and resolve problems.

Questions to ask a prospective custom home builder in Chicago, IL:

How long have you been in the home building business?
How many projects like mine have you completed?
Who will be working on the project?
Are the workers employees or subcontractors?
Can you provide me with references?
May I see a current jobsite?
Can you give me the addresses of some houses you have built?
Are you and your employees licensed and insured?
What license(s) do you have?
What other training and affiliations do you have?
How do you charge, and what does that include?
Can you give me a written estimate?
What do your services include?
How will I be charged for parts and materials?
When can your job get done?
What is your policy for change orders?
What happens when the cost exceeds the budget? What about changes to materials or labor pricing?
What will I need to provide?
Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?

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