All the benefits of a large remodeler with the flexibility and personal touch only a smaller firm can deliver. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. Contact us through Angie's List, online at mahoganybuilders.com, or by phone at 773-755-0055
Business highlights
23 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Mahogany Builders is pleased to offer our clients services including but not limited to: kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, home additions, interior design & decoration, designing and building custom cabinetry, and interior painting.
Mahogany Builders recently gutted and rebuilt the 10’ 4” X 81 6” Master Bathroom in my condominium. If I had to do it over again, I would still hire Mahogany Builders without hesitation. With the exception of the shower glass, bathroom mirror and stone, all workers were employed by Mahogany Builders. Workers were on-site Monday – Friday 10 hours per day with the exception of Christmas week. The main folks assigned to my project were NOT working another project concurrently. I saw (and photographed) the progress that was made each day. All the people assigned to my project were professional and respectful. My new Master Bathroom is gorgeous and I LOVE it! If you would like more specifics about my experience with Mahogany Builders, please reach out to Mahogany Builders and ask for references. I have a more detailed review that is just too long to post.
Description of Work: Bathroom remodel
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
William B.
01/2020
1.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
We hired Mahogany Builders for the gut rehab of a bathroom: they took three months (more than double their estimate), charged us more than $55,000, and failed to deliver a properly working sink. That experience may help explain why this company is no longer in good standing in Illinois (as of November 1, 2019). When we contracted with Mahogany to remodel two bathrooms in our home, they projected the work would take 5-6 weeks. In fact, they took 14 weeks. They justified the delay by saying they were taking the extra time to deal with the structural and mechanical challenges of an old house. But even before we had our final meeting with them, one of the bathroom sinks began to back up, a problem we had never previously experienced in seven years of living here. Over the next six months, we sent them approximately six requests to fix the sink. In response, they acknowledged via email that they warrantied the drain, but their only response was to send a worker to pour chemicals down the line twice, though neither attempt solved the problem. When the sink finally became completely blocked and unusable, the company's president then disclaimed any responsibility, despite the delay they had previously blamed on addressing the preexisting situation, despite the warranty they had given, and despite the fact that the blockage turned out to be just below the sink’s drain. We ultimately had to hire our own plumber -- for substantial more sums of money -- to rod the line, then to open an adjoining wall and to cut into the pipe. The plumber found what he thought was grout or construction material blocking the line. It's not hard to see why Mahogany Builders fell out of good standing.
Description of Work: Bathroom renovation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
$55,000
Response from Mahogany Builders
Mahogany Builders’ contract was to remodel a bathroom and connect new plumbing fixtures to the existing drain lines. Mahogany was not contracted to replace drain lines. During the course of Mahogany’[Member Information Removed] work, areas where walls were opened and drain lines had been replaced were observed. This indicates past plumbing issues that could only be resolved by replacing pipes. Based on this and the observations made during the course of construction, Mahogany suggested, on multiple occasions, that additional drainlines should be replaced. The client chose not to contract Mahogany for this additional, recommended work. In regards to the inference that Mahogany was responsible for clogging pipes. In a December 27th email, the client first complimented the professionalism of Mahogany’[Member Information Removed] crew then later suggested the crew must have dumped construction debris down drainlines. This is simply not true. During the majority of the project, sinks, tubs and toilets were not connected and could not be used to dispose of debris. Furthermore, Mahogany caps and seals drainlines for sanitation reasons during the course of a project. Thus debris could not have been flushed down the drain. Lastly, at the completion of the project, all drains were working properly. Shortly after the client reported an issue with water not draining. Mahogany came back to address the issue. All the new fixtures and connections were found to be clear and the clog was determined to be further down a drain line. Still, out of good will, Mahogany returned a 3rd time and successfully unclogged that pipe. Mahogany completed the work it was contracted for in a professional and workman like manner. It stood by its work and went beyond expectations by unclogging a pipe it had not installed, and did so well after the project had been completed. Mahogany is simply not responsible for further issues with the existing plumbing.
Joshua G.
01/2016
4.0
remodeling, interior designers, home remodeling
+ 1 more
Through no fault of the provider, we chose to not pursue any renovations. It was a financial decision and is not reflective on the design concepts prepared by the provider. Our interaction with them was limited to an in-home consultation and some conceptual design drawings. The consultation was fine and they asked appropriate questions. The drawings were so conceptual and we decided around the time of receipt to not pursue the renovations, so we cannot comment on their design capabilities.
Description of Work: Mahogany Builders came to our townhouse to consult on potential bathroom renovations and provided fairly rudimentary drawings for review.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Barbara M.
01/2016
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
+ 0 more
They were very prompt and professional, spent a lot of time understanding my specific situation, and gave a detailed estimate. Price was not cheap, but reasonable price for the work. I ended up going with another company based on the timing the work could be done.
Description of Work: Gut and repair water-damaged kitchen
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Micheline C.
05/2015
5.0
ceramic tile, countertops, flooring contractor, remodeling, home remodeling, plumbing
+ 4 more
Another WONDERFUL job by the folks at Mahogany Builders. This is our second bathroom project with Mahogany, and we couldn't be happier. From the project lead, to the construction supervisor, to the crew that was here each and every day, we thank them all! The crew was here each and every day, start to finish, right on time. They are always courteous, professional, kind, and their attention to detail is never in question. We replaced the old tile floors in two bathrooms with new porcelain tile, replaced a vanity/sink/fixtures, and some other items. We look forward to the next project.
Description of Work: Refreshed a guest bath and a powder room. New porcelain tile floors, new vanity/sink, fixtures, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Kristina R.
12/2014
5.0
ceramic tile, countertops, electrician, remodeling, interior painters, home remodeling, lighting
+ 5 more
Everyone at Mahogany Builders is extremely professional. It is refreshing to have a company do exactly what they promise from the beginning of gathering estimates to the completion of the project. We had multiple companies come out to scope the job and we ultimately chose Mahogany because of their customer service and proximity to our home. They do a good job of presenting the details of the project, time frame and budget so the surprises are minimal once the work starts. The various crews that came to our house were always on time and cleaned up after themselves before departing for the day. If a problem arose it was always addressed and resolved in a timely manner. We are extremely happy with the results and would not hesitate to use Mahogany again in the future.
Description of Work: Kitchen Remodel - Appliances, Cabinets, Counter Top, Backsplash, Painting and Lighting
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Micheline C.
12/2014
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
+ 0 more
At the recommendation of our designer, we hired Mahogany Builders to remodel our master bath. We can't begin to express how pleased we are with their work. The bathroom is beautiful, and the process was as painless as it could possibly have been. The two-man crew was on-site daily for several weeks, as well as a construction supervisor, who visited as needed. They were meticulous in their work, paying close attention to details that I didn't even know to be concerned about. They were kind and considerate, and did a wonderful job to keep the work area and our home as clean and tidy as possible. Whenever there was a question or (minor) issue, we were consulted and the best solution was determined. While they are not the least expensive builders, you get what you pay for. All in all, we highly recommend Mahogany Builders.
Description of Work: Remodel master bathroom
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000
JULIA B.
08/2014
5.0
ceramic tile, countertops, drywall, electrician, remodeling, glass repair, heating & air conditioning/hvac, home remodeling, lighting, marble & granite
+ 8 more
This is the second big project I have entrusted to Mahogany Builders and plan to entrust a third. Matt and his team are total professionals and perfectionists. His design person, Trisha, was new to me this time around and very helpful in searching materials and fixtures to fit my preferences. The bathroom was designed around an antique mirror I had and the results are stunning. Not only that, but Matt agreed to come back to repair the ceiling this month when a guy working on my space pac air conditioning slipped and put his foot through the new ceiling below! They are pricey but I thought the amount charged was fair. The men worked hard and for 10-hour days so that the project never lagged.
Description of Work: Gutted old bathroom, remodeled with new fixtures, marble tile, lighting, custom built vanity and shower door, painted.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$22,000
Jane T.
07/2014
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
Patrick came out to check out our bathroom and condo. Very personable, gave me a range of ideas for my bathroom. He talked to me about different places where I could find everything for my bathroom. He was able to provide a professional outline that I could understand. He is a very effective communicator. I would strongly recommend this company.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for $75 for a Luxury Bathroom Design and Consultation
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Patrice M.
06/2014
3.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
I have a somewhat small bathroom and he did not have any creative ideas for me. I had to call him, because he did not call when he said he would, and I was trying to be understanding, but it happened again.
Description of Work: They came out to give me a design and email me his drawings, which was what the bathroom looked Like in the begin
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$49
DEB K.
06/2014
4.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
Patrick was the only vendor (so far) to divide the project in segments - Electrical, Plumbing, etc. and identify the estimated hours and costs for each. We really appreciated it. Unfortunately, after requesting an initial quote, we realized we needed to reduce to scope of the project due to budget constraints. We let Patrick know that his original estimate was significantly higher than other we received. Sad for us, his second estimate was as well.
Description of Work: Provided a quote for a remodeling of a master bathroom and a guest area with sink/mirror/vanity.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$30,000
Shirley O.
06/2014
4.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
We had our small kitchen remodeled. This was a total gut job, as this kitchen probably was remodeled last in the 1970s. There were a variety of hick-ups as there are with most projects of this volume. Some miscommunications between their suppliers, which caused delays and work stoppage. I felt some the little details slipped threw the cracks. And we didn't always get our questions answered. Final painting was a little sloppy. Once done, we were mostly pleased with the end result. I would recommend Mahogany-- they might be perfect for your project. But we felt the final price went a bit over the top.
Description of Work: Remodel kitchen
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$35,000
LINDA FINLEY B.
05/2014
5.0
remodeling, interior painters, home remodeling
+ 1 more
Matt and his crew are just the best. They actually did work for us in March and April, but I don't see that review here. Those months Matt selected colors for accent painting in the condo we were getting ready to put on the market. Then they came back and painted an office, as well as touching up other places that needed it. I've never seen touchup work done so seamlessly. We credit this work with helping us sell our condo in two days for full price! This most recent job involved Matt coming over to our new apartment and choosing colors and locations for accent walls. The painting was completed in less than a full day ... and, as always, beautifully done. These contractors always do a great job of cleaning up after themselves. Cannot recommend them more highly for any kind of remodeling project.
Description of Work: Painting and touch up work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
ANN P.
05/2014
1.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
The repair of the drywall went well. The workers were clean and tidy and the room looked fine when they were finished. Then I had to move out for a week while they sanded the floors. That's when the disaster started. When I was given the all-clear to return to my condo I arrived on a chilly, stormy day to find that there was no heat or hot water in the unit. Everything, and I mean everything, was covered with wood powder. They had not covered any of the electronics they said they would cover. My printer, TV, music system, etc were all covered with a thick coating of wood powder. I had taken the initiative to cover my clothes and bedding with plastic and pack up many other articles, and they too were heavily covered with the dust. My belongings were strewn all over the unit. There was no effort to replace furniture to the places they occupied before the sanding. The toilet the workman/men had used was filthy. It was a nightmare. Mahogany didn't have a professional clean-up crew in their employ but did send two women who did the best they could remove the powder. I had to take a day off work to supervise them and help with the effort. When it came time to paint the baseboards which were discolored by the sanding, they did such an abysmal job the first day I fired them and hired my own painter to complete the work. Summary: I would not hire Mahogany for any work in the future.
Description of Work: Mahogany was to repair my condo after it had flooded. The drywall in one room had to be replaced and painted, and the floors of the entire condo sanded.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$8,000
Mike H.
11/2013
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
After some initial communication issues around scheduling, the crew showed up on time, working efficiently but with good craftsmanship, and came in under budget. I appreciated that they wanted to do the job right, fixing a problem with pipe routing that would have created more leaks and damage in the future. At one point, they thought they could fix the problem without replacing the tub... while that turned out not to be the case, I appreciate that they were looking for alternative solutions to the problem (leak through the ceiling below) vs. just getting a job done mindlessly.
Description of Work: Removed old bathtub and 3 rows of tile, re-plumbed and installed new tub and tile.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,400
Jeffrey C.
07/2013
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
They were very clean and neat. They cleaned up every day and I appreciated the bathroom. The result was outstanding and top quality. They were super responsive to all of the items that we had, like, to follow up stuff. The only complain was, it took longer than I thought it would. But it is probably remodeling. It takes longer usually.
Description of Work: I used Mahogany Builders for kitchen and bathroom remodeling.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Eric S.
06/2013
5.0
interior painters, home remodeling
+ 0 more
Everything went very well - showed up on time, worked quickly, cleaned up spotlessly and did great work. Very friendly and professional.
Description of Work: Repair and replace water-damaged drywall and repainted walls and ceiling
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$235
Brian L.
03/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
AO Smith referred me to Reeder for warranty work on my hot water heater. I had two visits, first to diagnose the problem then to replace a valve that they special ordered. Both guys that showed up were very knowledgable and willing to answer my questions unrelated to the problem at hand. Easy to work with.
Description of Work: Warranty work on my AO Smith Hot Water Heater
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
David D.
12/2012
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
We recently chose Mahogany Builders to do a complete remodeling of our master bath and we couldn't be more pleased with our choice. Matt and his staff were professional from our initial interview to their follow up on the last detail. We we were impressed with the quality of work, the attention to detail, the communication and the reliability. Matt and his assistant were very responsive to our questions and were often on site to observe the progress first hand. The workmen were not only highly skilled at their jobs, they were amazingly neat. They cleaned and straightened up at the end of every work day. Non work areas were well protected from traffic and dust. We had complete trust in all of the staff and did not hesitate to give them keys for access when we were not available. We have already recommended them to friends who are considering projects and would definitely us them for future projects of our own. Our thanks to the entire crew for a job well done.
Description of Work: Completely remodeled master bath.
Matt Lederer from Mahogany worked with me very closely throughout the whole project and went through in great detail every bill to make sure I understood ever charge. I had a very specific format for my Scope of Work and he tailored his bills to fit that. Matt's team was great - especially Mitch and Jerry - and they completed the project within a few weeks of the original deadline (which, in all fairness, the delay was largely due to the scope changes my wife and I asked for throughout). While the project did run north of $100,000, we could not have been more thrilled with the quality of the work and the attitudes of the guys who worked on the project. As my wife has some peculiar taste, we really felt that Matt, Mitch and Jerry were interested in making sure we were able to fully realize the vision my wife had for the space. They gave us great feedback throughout and Mahogany's decorator, Sarah, helped us make some key decisions on accents that we had not realized were necessary (this is our first house). One final testament of Mahogany's commitment to customer service is that any issues that have happened since we moved in this spring, he makes sure someone comes out and fixes it immediately. (The only issues we've had was a very minor leak in our garbage disposal that they installed and a few can lights in the living room they installed stopped working). I have already recommended Mahogany to friends and colleagues.
Description of Work: My wife and I bought a 106-year old house in Edgewater Glen that had not been updated in decades. We needed a General Contractor to update the electrical and plumbing throughout the first floor, install forced air to service the first floor, completely gut and redo the kitchen (working with Andersonville Kitchen & Bath on the countertop and cabinet , convert a walk-in pantry into a powder room, patch and paint throughout, rehab our fireplace, build custom cabinets to flank the fireplace, and refinish the hardwood floors.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100,000
Tina P.
07/2012
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
The overall process with Mahogany Builders went well. Matt, the owner of the company, met with me to discuss the changes I wanted to make to my 3 bathrooms and answer any of my questions. Matt was very helpful and willing to answer all my questions. After our meeting, Matt asked to meet again to go over his estimate. I requested that he sent it to me in advance so I could review it as compared to my other 3 estimates from other contractors. I really liked the work shown on Mahogany's website but their price was significantly higher than my other 3 estimates. I decided to go with one of the other contractors (not the cheapest but one of the middle estimates) that seemed to have the same quality of work and strong references as Mahogany Builders.
Description of Work: Mahogany Builders provided me an estimate on remodeling of my 3 bathrooms.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
KATRINE & STEVE K.
08/2011
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
It cost us $50000 for the job. What we liked the most was that the workers that they sent were absolutely excellent workers. They worked really hard and did beautiful work. The fellow that runs the company and everybody in the company was very nice, very good and easy to work with. Sometimes, there were communication issues. I would recommend them to others. If needed, I would use them again.
Description of Work: Mahogany Builders completely gutted and redid the master bathroom for us about a year and a half ago.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000
ANN MARIE A.
07/2011
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
They did high quality work and I had a very positive experience with them. They came out and investigated. One of the works was custom installation. The owner came out to just to check and make sure that we were getting what we asked for and he was a little attentive. It was a really good quality work.
Description of Work: I used Mahogany Builders for cabinet making. They came out to do the work in August last year. They built cabinets and a bench.
I have heard so many horror stories about having kitchens and bathrooms torn apart that I was almost prepared to move to a hotel while this was going on. But, this was practically painless. They did their best to minimize the disruption to our lives. They kept the place spotless. We never did a lick of moving things, to the point that I felt guilty sometimes when the guys came in and started cleaning off the kitchen cabinets so they could paint. They were so punctual that we would see them sitting in their truck waiting for it to be 7 am so they could ring the bell. The nice thing about Mahogany is that they have the painters, plumbers, carpenters and people needed on staff. So, there's no waiting for someone to be available when the work needs to get done. I've never seen such organization. In trying to fix a leak in the downstairs bathroom ceiling, they had to tear out some tiles in the guest bathroom. That meant trying to match 20 year old tiles or retiling an entire bathtub area. I am amazed at how many places the project manager Sarah went to find matching tiles and finally did, saving us a boatload. Even with all of this extra plumbing, tiling and research work to find the tiles, our final bill was only $300 over the estimate. That also included painting a room not included on the original estimate.
Description of Work: Matt responded immediately to our request for an estimate and gave us a beautifully detailed proposal that gave us an incredible sense of comfort and trust. Here is the work they did for us: * Provided design consultation for the kitchen and bathroom work that we wanted to have done. It was an enormous help, since we had some idea of what we wanted done, but were dreading trying to shop for countertops, sinks, cabinets, etc. Matt and his project managers have excellent tastes and resources. They made the entire project painless from start to finish. The first part of the project was to repair and and prepare the walls. Then their crew painted the entire living room, dining room and kitchen, plus two upstairs bathrooms. Did the same for part of the downstairs family room, a downstairs bathroom and study and repaired a baseboard. I never saw a speck of dust the whole time they were here. Always on time, always polite. Then the second round was to have the counter people come in and measure for the counters. That was done through the vendor that Mahogany lined up for us. When the cabinet that we ordered for our master bath arrived and all of the sinks, fixtures, etc were in, the crew came in and installed everything within a week. Our kitchen looks like new with new quartz countertops, a new stainless steel sink, new faucet and cabinet knobs. It may not sound like a lot, but it takes more work than you think, and Matt's crew made it so easy and painless. Our masterbath, has a new two-sink cabinet, with a quartz top, new faucets and new lighting fixtures. The guest bath has a new quartz countertop with a new faucet and new lighting. We are absolutely thrilled with how beautiful things look. Our upstairs neighbor recently toured the place (we live in a three-flat) and is so amazed at the difference that she can't wait to call Mahogany and get started. I know that I sound like a paid advertisement, but these guys are really good. You definitely get what you pay for with contractors.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,400
Eric H.
05/2011
5.0
drywall, electrician, glass repair, home remodeling, plumbing
+ 3 more
He came by and took a look at it. He pretty much admitted that he will be the highest one in the bid. He was good. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. If I was looking for more depth in knowledgeable, I would have called him.
Description of Work: I got an estimate from Mahogany Builders for bathroom remodeling. Their estimate was about a month ago.
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Service Categories
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Interior Painting,
Electrical,
Plumbing,
Lighting,
Ceramic Tile,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Cabinet Making,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Drywall,
Basement Remodeling
FAQ
Mahogany Builders is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Mahogany Builders accepts the following forms of payment: Check,PayPal
No, Mahogany Builders does not offer a senior discount.
No, Mahogany Builders does not offer emergency services.
No, Mahogany Builders does not offer warranties.
Mahogany Builders offers the following services: Mahogany Builders is pleased to offer our clients services including but not limited to: kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, home additions, interior design & decoration, designing and building custom cabinetry, and interior painting.