Choosing the best general contractor is critical when it comes to building or improving your home. To help you sort through all of the options, Best of the Web makes it easy to find top-rated professional contractors in your area. Here you can read reviews and see which contractors in your area other people recommend. That way you can pick the best one for the job.

Rychlik Masonry Contractors
4 Old Barn Rd
Hawthorn Woods, IL 60047

Quality masonry full insured. We serve Lake & McHenry Counties, since 1972.

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Phone(847) 438-9678

Rychlik Masonry Contractors
4 Old Barn Rd
Hawthorn Woods, IL 60047

Quality masonry full insured. We serve Lake & McHenry Counties, since 1972.

Henry's Landscaping Contractors, Inc.

We exceed your expectations but not your budget! Henry's Landscaping Contractors build and install outdoor living spaces that are beautiful, functional, and compliment the unique lifestyle of area residents in Dupage & Kane county. From the initial landscape idea of your project to the construction phase, let Henry's Landscape professionals make your outdoor yard vision come to life. Our landscape…

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Phone(630) 836-0463

Henry's Landscaping Contractors, Inc.

We exceed your expectations but not your budget! Henry's Landscaping Contractors build and install outdoor living spaces that are beautiful, functional, and compliment the unique lifestyle of area residents in Dupage & Kane county. From the initial landscape idea of your project to the construction phase, let Henry's Landscape professionals make your outdoor yard vision come to life. Our landscape…

41 North Contractors, LLC
4906 Main St
Suite 102
Lisle, IL 60532

41 North Contractors, LLC is a fully functioning general contractor that specializes in anything from home remodels/repairs to high-end office build outs and restaurants. We offer design build ideas, estimates, and job supervision.

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Phone(630) 737-1018

41 North Contractors, LLC
4906 Main St
Suite 102
Lisle, IL 60532

41 North Contractors, LLC is a fully functioning general contractor that specializes in anything from home remodels/repairs to high-end office build outs and restaurants. We offer design build ideas, estimates, and job supervision.

Anix, Inc.
1224 E Algonquin Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Calling Anix General Contractors, Inc. will be the best thing you ever do. Our talented Schaumburg general contractors will ensure that our work and craftsmanship exceed all your expectations.

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Phone(312) 985-0920

Anix, Inc.
1224 E Algonquin Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Calling Anix General Contractors, Inc. will be the best thing you ever do. Our talented Schaumburg general contractors will ensure that our work and craftsmanship exceed all your expectations.

CMM General Contractor
4900 S Lotus Ave
Chicago, IL 60638

CMM General Contractor & Home Builders are renowned Chicago home builders who have years of experience in property construction. We provide the best value and take pride in giving you your dream home.

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Phone(773) 663-4564

CMM General Contractor
4900 S Lotus Ave
Chicago, IL 60638

CMM General Contractor & Home Builders are renowned Chicago home builders who have years of experience in property construction. We provide the best value and take pride in giving you your dream home.

Darek and Sons Remodeling, Inc.
1741 Verde Dr
Mount Prospect, IL 60056

All kinds of home remodeling, room additions, moving walls, adding bathrooms. Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, inc. replacing shower fixture and bathtub, whirlpool installation available, we can move stuff around your bath or kitchen. We finish basements and attics: rebuilding stairs, framing, insulation , drywall, electrical, painting and flooring as well. You don't need to call several contractors to finish your…

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2 Verified Reviews

Phone(847) 219-4020

Darek and Sons Remodeling, Inc.
1741 Verde Dr
Mount Prospect, IL 60056

All kinds of home remodeling, room additions, moving walls, adding bathrooms. Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, inc. replacing shower fixture and bathtub, whirlpool installation available, we can move stuff around your bath or kitchen. We finish basements and attics: rebuilding stairs, framing, insulation , drywall, electrical, painting and flooring as well. You don't need to call several contractors to finish your…

DJD Contractors, Inc.
874 Tower Rd
Mundelein, IL 60060

Granite and marble countertops fabrication delivery and installation.

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Phone(847) 388-3720

DJD Contractors, Inc.
874 Tower Rd
Mundelein, IL 60060

Granite and marble countertops fabrication delivery and installation.

Friant Kitchen and Bath
1273 Winans Ave
Bourbonnais, IL 60914

Friant Kitchen and Bath Remodeling is a Bourbonnais remodeling contractor who delivers impeccable service and will never disappoint. Our team of professionals will get the job done well.

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Phone(815) 768-2874

Friant Kitchen and Bath
1273 Winans Ave
Bourbonnais, IL 60914

Friant Kitchen and Bath Remodeling is a Bourbonnais remodeling contractor who delivers impeccable service and will never disappoint. Our team of professionals will get the job done well.

JDG Services, Inc.
1 Dartmouth Ct
Streamwood, IL 60107

JDG Remodeling Services Inc. is a Streamwood remodeling firm that guarantees high quality work for all our projects. We value our customers and promise their satisfaction. Call us today.

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Phone(630) 883-4665

JDG Services, Inc.
1 Dartmouth Ct
Streamwood, IL 60107

JDG Remodeling Services Inc. is a Streamwood remodeling firm that guarantees high quality work for all our projects. We value our customers and promise their satisfaction. Call us today.

Kenwood Renovations, Inc.
1350 E Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago, IL 60615

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Phone(708) 298-4805

Kenwood Renovations, Inc.
1350 E Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago, IL 60615

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Larson Homes, Inc.
2403 Sycamore Rd.
Morris, IL 60450

If you are looking for reliable and affordable Morris home builders, Larson Home Builders, Inc. is the right company for you. We finish every project with professionalism while charging fair prices.

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2 Verified Reviews

Phone(815) 207-8129

Larson Homes, Inc.
2403 Sycamore Rd.
Morris, IL 60450

If you are looking for reliable and affordable Morris home builders, Larson Home Builders, Inc. is the right company for you. We finish every project with professionalism while charging fair prices.

New Concept 180
2073 Cambria Ct
Northbrook, IL 60062

New Concept 180 is a design build construction company offering professional remodeling services with emphasis on additions, kitchens and bathrooms. We take great pride in our reputation for quality.

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Phone(847) 566-7606

New Concept 180
2073 Cambria Ct
Northbrook, IL 60062

New Concept 180 is a design build construction company offering professional remodeling services with emphasis on additions, kitchens and bathrooms. We take great pride in our reputation for quality.

Old Oak Homes, Inc.
5n094 Hunters Hill Dr
Saint Charles, IL 60175

Old Oak Homes Remodeling Inc. is a Saint Charles remodeling contractor that you can trust to complete your job in no time. Give us a call for quality remodeling and renovations services today.

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Phone(630) 333-9159

Old Oak Homes, Inc.
5n094 Hunters Hill Dr
Saint Charles, IL 60175

Old Oak Homes Remodeling Inc. is a Saint Charles remodeling contractor that you can trust to complete your job in no time. Give us a call for quality remodeling and renovations services today.

Renovation Innovations
318 Red Sky Dr
Saint Charles, IL 60175

Renovation Innovations is a complete remodeling company. We do kitchens, basements, bathrooms, build you a deck and more.

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Phone(630) 452-9292

Renovation Innovations
318 Red Sky Dr
Saint Charles, IL 60175

Renovation Innovations is a complete remodeling company. We do kitchens, basements, bathrooms, build you a deck and more.

Royal Contractors & Remodeling, Inc.
201 Hampshire Ct
Naperville, IL 60565

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Phone(630) 984-4470

Royal Contractors & Remodeling, Inc.
201 Hampshire Ct
Naperville, IL 60565

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Royal Contractors, Inc.
201 Hampshire Ct
Naperville, IL 60565

Our success at Royal Contractors, Inc. is based on combining great Naperville remodeling work with competitive prices. If you find a lower price from any reputable contractor, we can usually beat it. Unclaimed: Claim this business

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Phone(630) 590-9629

Royal Contractors, Inc.
201 Hampshire Ct
Naperville, IL 60565

Our success at Royal Contractors, Inc. is based on combining great Naperville remodeling work with competitive prices. If you find a lower price from any reputable contractor, we can usually beat it. Unclaimed: Claim this business

Snyder's General Contractor
4856 E. Lawn Dr.
Rockford, IL 61108

Snyder's General Contractors are Rockford general contractors with a history of outstanding customer service. We strive for professionalism and ensure that all demands are met. Call us today.

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Phone(815) 209-9067

Snyder's General Contractor
4856 E. Lawn Dr.
Rockford, IL 61108

Snyder's General Contractors are Rockford general contractors with a history of outstanding customer service. We strive for professionalism and ensure that all demands are met. Call us today.

Stewart Roofing
403 E 115th St
Chicago, IL 60628

The roof over your head—whether it's your home or commercial property—should offer shelter, protection from the elements, and peace of mind. Safeguard your investment and rest easy knowing you've chosen experts to install and care for your roof. Choose Stewart Roofing Company. We've been in the roofing business since 1927. We're a family-run business with literally thousands of satisfied customers.…

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Phone(773) 264-1754

Stewart Roofing
403 E 115th St
Chicago, IL 60628

The roof over your head—whether it's your home or commercial property—should offer shelter, protection from the elements, and peace of mind. Safeguard your investment and rest easy knowing you've chosen experts to install and care for your roof. Choose Stewart Roofing Company. We've been in the roofing business since 1927. We're a family-run business with literally thousands of satisfied customers.…

O'Leary's Contractors Equipment & Supply, Inc.
1031 N Cicero Ave
Chicago, IL 60651

O'Leary's has a very large and diversified rental fleet of small to medium size equipment. Our inventory ranges from small air tools to combination tractor loaders.

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Phone(773) 252-6600

O'Leary's Contractors Equipment & Supply, Inc.
1031 N Cicero Ave
Chicago, IL 60651

O'Leary's has a very large and diversified rental fleet of small to medium size equipment. Our inventory ranges from small air tools to combination tractor loaders.

Restruction General Contractors, LLC
3141 Macarthur Blvd
Northbrook, IL 60062

Chicagoland restoration services. RGC's Emergency Restoration Service Division Chicagoland water damage repairs. When you are faced with the need for restoration services, Restruction General Contractors, LLC will return your call within 15 minutes and be on site within 2 hours with the best equipment and personnel who care about making your disaster go away. At Restruction General Contractors, LLC, we… Unclaimed: Claim this business

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Restruction General Contractors, LLC
3141 Macarthur Blvd
Northbrook, IL 60062

Chicagoland restoration services. RGC's Emergency Restoration Service Division Chicagoland water damage repairs. When you are faced with the need for restoration services, Restruction General Contractors, LLC will return your call within 15 minutes and be on site within 2 hours with the best equipment and personnel who care about making your disaster go away. At Restruction General Contractors, LLC, we… Unclaimed: Claim this business

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General contractors oversee construction projects. They hire subcontractors to do any work that needs done, facilitate communication between the property owners and workers, and keep an eye on the project schedule. 

Here are some of the most common projects that you’ll need a general contractor to manage. 

 
  • Building a house
  • Putting an addition on a house
  • Remodeling a bathroom
  • Remodeling a kitchen
  • Building a deck

Cost Guide for General Contractors

 

General contractors typically charge a certain percentage of your project budget. This means that you’ll pay a lot more for a general contractor to help build a whole house than you would if they were simply managing construction of a new deck for your existing home. 

Here are several estimates of what you can expect to pay a general contractor for common projects.

 
  • Building a house
    • National Average Cost: $125 per square foot
    • Low End Cost: $90 per square foot
    • High End Cost: $250 per square foot
 
  • Putting an addition on a house
    • National Average Cost: $140 per square foot
    • Low End Cost: $80 per square foot
    • High End Cost: $200 per square foot 
 
  • Remodeling a bathroom
    • National Average Cost: $10,942
    • Low End Cost: $3,500
    • High End Cost: $16,370
 
  • Remodeling a kitchen
    • National Average Cost: $22,134
    • Low End Cost: $12,000
    • High End Cost: $34,962
 
  • Building a deck
    • National Average Cost: $6,000
    • Low End Cost: $4,000
    • High End Cost: $11,000 

Tips for Hiring a General Contractor 

 

Here are some important things to keep in mind when choosing which general contractor to hire.

 
  1. Research and read recommendations. Check out the best contractors in your area on Best of the Web and take the time to read the reviews and recommendations that people left.
  2. Speak with several general contractors and take careful notes during your conversations. Ask them about their experience, their estimated workload at the time of your project, and their rates and payment schedules.
  3. Don’t make your decision on price alone. After you interview a few contractors, be wary of the one charging the lowest rates, especially if it seems quite a bit cheaper than their competitors’. The lower the rate, the more likely that they will cut corners on your project.
 

The best place to start your search for a general contractor is right here with Best of the Web. We’ll help you weed out the scammers and unprofessional contractors so that you can talk to the most qualified candidates in your area.

FAQ

Is it worth hiring a general contractor, or should I do it myself? 

 

Not every project needs a general contractor. However, be careful not to get in over your head trying to save yourself a little money. This can backfire and result in you getting fined for breaking code, or overpaying for materials or services you’re not familiar with. 

If your project is going to take more than a week to complete, requires multiple tradespeople, or involves local building codes, it’s a good idea to hire a professional.

 

What should you look for in a general contractor? 

Make sure that your general contractor is licensed and insured, and don’t just take their word for it. Double check with your state’s licensing authority to make sure that everything is valid. 

How much should I pay a contractor upfront? 

Every general contractor works on their own payment schedule, so your upfront fees will vary. Some states place a limit on how much you can pay in advance, so research and learn the laws in your state. As a general rule, you can expect to pay between 10-25% of the total project cost upfront, although this may vary.

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