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Palatine kitchen remodel featuring white cabinets, dark island with marble countertop, black pendant lights, and hardwood flo
Gregory and Patryk - GS Construction
Gregory and Patryk - GS Construction

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GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company specializing in residential remodeling and renovations in Elgin. 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
Email
crew@gs.construction
Service Area
Service Area
Elgin and surrounding Chicagoland areas

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Serving Elgin, IL homeowners

Remodeling in Elgin starts with the era of the house. On the east side of the Fox River, the Elgin and Spring-Douglas historic districts are lined with late-19th- and early-20th-century homes — Spring-Douglas largely 1886–1920 — while the National Watch Historic District preserves workers' cottages from the watch-factory years. In these houses, kitchen and bath renovations get planned around original trim, plaster, and aging plumbing. That last point matters: Elgin treats its own water, drawn mainly from the Fox River, and is several years into a multi-year lead service line replacement program, so we check the city's service-line map before any plumbing-heavy remodel. West of the river, housing runs newer out to the Randall Road corridor and subdivisions like Bowes Creek Country Club and Edgewater by Del Webb — a natural fit for basement build-outs, primary-suite baths, additions, and whole-home updates. School District U-46, Illinois' second-largest, serves Elgin families, with Metra Milwaukee District West service from Big Timber Road, downtown Elgin, and National Street.

Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Elgin remodeling projects

Gail Borden Public Library, Hemmens Cultural Center, Grand Victoria Casino, Lords Park, Wing Park Bandshell, Fox River Trail, Elgin Community College, Judson University, Metra MD-W Big Timber Road station

Elgin permits & building codes for remodeling projects

Remodeling permits in Elgin go through the Community Development Department at 150 Dexter Court, with applications accepted by email at permits@ElginIL.gov; the city quotes roughly 3–5 business days of review for simple trade permits and 10–15 business days for plan-review projects like basement remodels. Every licensed contractor on the job must submit a notarized letter of intent, and plumbing work requires an Illinois 055-licensed plumber. Work that changes the exterior of a home in one of Elgin's five locally designated historic districts also needs a Certificate of Appropriateness reviewed under the city's design guidelines. GS Construction manages the full permit process — applications, contractor paperwork, historic-district coordination, and inspection scheduling — on every Elgin project.

Completed projects around Elgin

GS Construction crews have completed 11 projects within 10 miles of Elgin — part of 405 completed projects across 67 Chicago-area ZIP codes. The map below shows real project density from our records, not a service-area claim.

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Testimonials

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5 Stars

I cannot say enough good things about Greg & Patryk and their team! One of my biggest hesitations about doing such a large project was knowing how hard it is to find a reliable contractor who would give us top quality work at a reasonable price. GS Construction exceeded our expectations in all areas! Our first floor remodel (kitchen renovation with wall removal, half bath remodel, new hardwood floors, updated laundry room) was completed right on schedule. Their attention to detail is amazing, often fixing or adjusting things that I didn't even notice. Their team was a pleasure to have in the house, all were so respectful and patient with our family as we mostly worked from home through the construction. The quality of work from their entire team (carpenters, plumbers, hvac, and painters) was well worth the price. We are beyond thrilled with our updated house! I would recommend GS in a heartbeat and will definitely call on them when it is time to update the rest of the house.

Janine S
Janine S
Lake Zurich, IL · Nov 2020
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Palatine kitchen remodel featuring white cabinets, dark island with marble countertop, black pendant lights, and hardwood flo

Kitchen Remodeling in Elgin

Transform your kitchen into the heart of your home. From custom cabinetry and premium countertops to complete renovations – we create beautiful, functional spaces where families gather and memories are made.

  • Custom cabinetry & storage solutions
  • Granite, quartz & marble countertops
  • Flooring, lighting & complete renovations
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Chicago bathroom remodel: double vanity with white cabinets, blue walls, herringbone tile shower, modern lighting.

Bathroom Remodeling in Elgin

Create your personal spa retreat with expert bathroom renovations. From luxurious walk-in showers and soaking tubs to modern vanities and tile work – we design bathrooms that combine comfort with style.

  • Walk-in showers & luxury tubs
  • Custom tile work & vanities
  • Modern fixtures & lighting
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Bright living room remodel with wood beams, herringbone floors, fireplace, and modern decor. Prospect Heights, IL.

Home Remodeling in Elgin

Comprehensive home renovations that breathe new life into your entire living space. From room additions and open floor plans to complete home makeovers – we handle projects of any scale with precision.

  • Room additions & expansions
  • Open concept floor plans
  • Complete home renovations
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Finished basement with a game room, exposed brick feature wall, hardwood-look floors and a full bathroom — representative of the finished basement projects GS Construction builds in Elgin, IL

Basement Remodeling in Elgin

Turn an unfinished or dated basement into comfortable, code-compliant living space. From family rooms and home theaters to guest suites, wet bars, and basement bathrooms – we finish lower levels your family will actually use.

  • Family rooms, theaters & rec spaces
  • Guest bedrooms & basement bathrooms
  • Code-compliant electrical & plumbing
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Bright four-season sunroom addition with a wall of windows, tile floor and ceiling fan — representative of the home addition projects GS Construction builds in Elgin, IL

Home Additions in Elgin

Expand your home with seamless additions designed to match your existing layout. From sunrooms and master suites to second-story additions – we add square footage that blends naturally with your home.

  • Room additions & bump-outs
  • Sunrooms & four-season rooms
  • Master suite & second-story additions
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Inverness Mudroom Laundry Room: White cabinets, patterned tile floor, custom storage, baskets, hooks, and wood bench.

Mudroom & Laundry in Elgin

Tame the daily clutter with a custom mudroom or laundry/mudroom combo. Built-in lockers, benches, cubbies, drop zones, durable tile floors, and utility sinks – designed around how your family actually moves through your home.

  • Built-in lockers, benches & cubbies
  • Combined laundry/mudroom layouts
  • Durable tile floors & utility sinks
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