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Lupfer Builders

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General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling, Drywall,

About us

Lupfer Builders is a FULL SERVICE remodeling contractor SPECIALIZING in but not limited to KTICHEN, BATHROOM, BASEMENTS & MORE!! We are based in Northbrook, IL and have been proudly serving the North Shore since 1994. We have four full time craftsman on staff and you will deal with the owner, Dave Lupfer, directly on your project. Dave is a Certified Remodeler (C.R.) through the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Also, we are a perennial Angie's List Super Service Award Winner. We have many satisfied customers all over the North Shore and you can read our many positive reviews from fellow Angie's List users. Please feel free to contact me, Dave Lupfer directly by calling 773-858-818 or email me at [email protected] for a quick response.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
31 years of experience

Services we offer

Kitchen and bath remodeling, plumbing, electric, painting, additions, basements, doors, windows, tile, hardwood flooring, roofing, siding & gutters.

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Senior Discount

10%

Accepted Payment Methods

  • American Express
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  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
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Reviews
4.6166 Reviews
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Elizabeth N.
Jan 2025
5.0
Drywall
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,850
I am very happy with the repair that Lupfer completed in my kitchen. All repairs and a complete repaint were done in two days.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thanks !! Dave"

Mike C.
Sep 2023
5.0
Interior Painting
Yes, I recommend this pro
We are very happy with the repair that Lupfer builders completed quickly at our home. They were very organized and the craft persons were excellent.
Bardia B.
Feb 2023
5.0
Drywall
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Thank you Dave and Wil for the timely repair!
Michelle L.
May 2022
5.0
General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling + 6 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000
David’s crew was exceptional and very skilled. I truly enjoyed working with them and David. My vintage home had many cosmetic updates that they helped bring my vision to life. I couldn’t be happier. I’m now living in a model home thanks to their eye for detail. I will use them again and HIGHLY recommend!
Christopher L.
Mar 2021
5.0
Appliance Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro
Gave me a fair assessment of my options and did a great job.
Julie S.
Mar 2021
5.0
Drywall
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500
Drywall was installed over the damaged and aging lathe and plaster. The crew arrived on time and worked diligently each day over several days. The crew assisted in clearing the rooms of heavy furniture and dissembling where needed. The Process was smooth from quote to finish . The rooms and furniture were put back in order and there is minimal residual dust. The ceilings are now pristine.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"that you sooo much !!! and you were a great pleasure to work with!!!! enjoy your project and new spaces!!! david lupfer builders northbrook"

Michael P.
Mar 2021
5.0
Drywall, Woodworking + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
Dave and his crew were categorically outstanding. Our lower level was a mess after a new sump was installed. It required new drywall and some drywall damage repair and painting. New trim was installed. Finally, a laminate floor was installed. Everything used was top quality. No corners were cut. They were focused on a quality installation and that's exactly what we got. The rest of the house was protected from dust, footprints, and other damage. Every evening the area was left clean and dust-free. When the project was done I felt as though I lost friends. I found Dave to be fair, clear, and honest to a fault. He is a good person. I apologize to Dave for the delay in posting this. But it gives me an opportunity to say it still looks as good as it did on completion. We could not be any happier. It was our fortune to find him. The final cost was very fair.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"that u soo much for your kind words !!!! enjoy your remodeled basement, you deserve it!!! david lupfer builders northbrook IL"

Dina S.
Jan 2021
5.0
General Remodeling, Drywall + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
Dave's crew was excellent. They installed new drywall in an existing skylight well, and repaired cracks in our ceiling in several rooms. They were very clean and were very meticulous... Fantastic paint lines! Would definitely hire them again!
Response from Lupfer Builders

"thanks, [Member Name Removed], btw, your project was a bit more than $0 haha cheers carry on, be well and enjoy your new spaces!! david lupfer builders, [Member Information Removed] brk 773-858-8181"

Gretchen B.
Nov 2020
5.0
Drywall
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Fine- Dave’s crew chief Will and helper Bruce were professional, and very neat despite a messy assignment- did a great job!
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thank you soo much for your kind words,!! I and my crew really appreciate it, Thanks!!! david lupfer builders, northbrook enjoy your new spaces, basement, laundry room, as it is certainly a room that we all use often, and I like that we made it better and a better laundry doing experience, uhgg, laundry, something we all do a lot and it might as well be a welcoming area , and it is now, enjoy, and thanks again!!!!"

Pascal D.
Nov 2020
5.0
Doors, Deck and Porch Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
We had to redo our front stairs because the wood was very degraded. We also were looking at replacing the front doors at the entrance of the porch. It was a small job, and some larger companies were not too interested doing it. Dave Lupfer showed interest in the job, and he recommended the use of timber tech Azec, a material more expensive than wood but that does not need to be painted every year or two in order to remain in good condition. The job took longer than usual in the Summer/Fall of 2020, thanks to the Covid-19 epidemic (during the same period we had to wait 3 months to get a new freezer delivered, so no blame here). Contrary to other companies that came for an estimate, Dave Lupfer right away said that the doors were made of really good wood and all they needed was being repainted and balanced. That saved us quite a bit of money. We had to wait for a while for the stairs because the factory making the timber tech Azec had been shut down for a while, due to Covid-19. The job was performed by Dave's crew early November, they replaced the rotten wood and railings with the Azec material, and we now have a great looking front entrance to our porch. The job looks really well done, with no misalignment or unbalanced parts. I would certainly recommend Lupfer Builders.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thanks soo much for kind words ! It looks beautiful"

Laurie R.
Jul 2020
5.0
Basement Remodeling, Interior Painting + 2 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000
Dave and his team do quality work at a fair price. They were punctual, professional and positive. Dave and his on-site lead, Will, answered my questions and worked with me on design decisions that I am pleased with. His company is large enough to manage all aspects of the job (flooring, tile, carpentry, plumbing, etc.) and small enough to have a high-touch, collaborative feel. Highly recommended.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thank you very much !"

Mike D.
Apr 2020
5.0
General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
David did a great job on my bathroom remodel. He was easy to reach, was knowledgeable, on time, and kept the workspace clean.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"thanks soo much brother!!!,,, david L.. btw, you are and great to work with too,!!!! I'm so glad you spent he extra $$$ to shrink that window, and opening, that went into your shower area, never good that,, and declined the $1500 skylight and heated floors, ahh well, anyways , you a great client, friend!!! lets act in the spring about your sidng work ! cheers and thanks again, Mike, sincerely, david lupfer builders. com 773-858-8181 3480 tamarind dr. N'Brk Illinois 60062"

Syed A.
Apr 2020
5.0
General Remodeling, Drywall
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Dave and his team were extremely professional and did an outstanding job. Dave came and looked at the project gave an estimate and a project plan and things went exactly as planned. Could not have asked for more. A+
Response from Lupfer Builders

"hi: [Member Name Removed]!!!; ,,, and thanks for your kind words,,,,!!!! i and my company and crew really appreciate it,!!!!, as we always I we, strive to make you happy and continue getting Angle's list A reviews, thanks again, !! david lupfer builders, 3480 tamarind dr., N Brk Illinois 60062 cell 773-858-8181"

Robert R.
Apr 2020
5.0
General Remodeling, Basement Remodeling
Yes, I recommend this pro
The crew from Lupfer Builders were professional, always there when they said they would be, easy to work with and completed the project as contracted with no issues. They where a great team to work with from the owner on down.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"hi Mr. [Member Name Removed]: thanks soo much!!!,,, david L.. btw, you are and great to work with too,!!!! ,, ahh, well, anyways , you a great client, friend!!! lets act in the spring about your sidng work ! cheers and thanks again, bob , sincerely: david lupfer builders. com 773-858-8181 3480 tamarind dr. N'Brk Illinois 60062"

Austin M.
Dec 2019
5.0
Basement Remodeling
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
Dave and his crew were great to work with. Honest, timely, responsive, respectful, and high quality workmanship. My basement came out better than expected and I would definitely use them again.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thanks for the kind words !! And you were a pleasure to work with Enjoy your new , basement , “space “ DL"

Dennis A.
Aug 2019
5.0
General Remodeling, Drywall
Yes, I recommend this pro
Dealing with the owner is the best. He understood the problem and had the right employee for the solution.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thank you !"

Heather L.
May 2019
5.0
General Remodeling, Drywall + 2 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
Lupfer Builders was great to work with. I had Dave out on a Friday for a quote and he was able to start the work that Monday. It took about 2 weeks to finish the project and there were days that we were not able to be home when the worker was at our home. But, Lupfer Builders is very trustworthy and we felt comfortable leaving the worker in our home by himself which helped us immensely with scheduling. The work they completed was excellent quality - they even built a closet around our sump pump which another contractor who quoted us did not even suggest or include in the quote. Even with that closet, the work still cost us less than what we had been quoted by other contractors and like I said, was high quality. I would definitely recommend Lupfer Builders.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thank you!!!"

Andrew B.
Apr 2019
5.0
General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling + 4 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000
We absorbed a Pantry to add/create a bathroom with a shower. It went great, right on schedule. We supplied the finish materials. The project involved Plumbing, Electrical, framing and of course finish work. The team was great to have in the house. Punctual, clean and did great quality work. They were good about minor adds/revisions. I would absolutely hire them again!
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thanks. Your project and new spaces cane out great"

Josef Z.
Mar 2019
5.0
General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25,000
This is the second time I've contracted Lupfer Builders - this time for two bathroom remodeling project and a closet expansion. Dave Lupfer is very knowledgeable and responsive/communicative. I had very specific specifications and designs in mind which he carefully noted. Where I was unsure, he offered expert advise. His team was very professional, skilled, and careful. They always consulted me when decision points surfaced in the project without making assuptions about what I wanted. The bathrooms and closet turned out beautifully. I would highly recommend him and his team.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"thanks soon much, [Member Name Removed], for the great review, btw,,, you were a pleasure to work with as well!!!!! i cant wait to work with you again on your (our) third project David Lupfer Builders"

Hunter H.
Oct 2018
5.0
General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling + 8 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000
I have used Lupfer Builders on 2 occasions and received excellent service and results. Dave's team provided tile work, painting, framing & drywall, plumbing, and electrical services. All of the work was professional, the job site was kept clean, and services were provided within the requested timeframes. I would hire Lupfer Builders again for additional minor or major remodeling work.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"thank you soo much!!!! i really appreciate the great review! it means a lot to me , my company and my crew. we always strive to be the best. you were a pleasure to work with, and ,,, enjoy your new space ([Member Information Removed]) David Lupfer"

Jim T.
Oct 2018
5.0
General Remodeling, Drywall + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,400
Great. Dave's guys were punctual, friendly and most importantly did nice work. Dave's proposal wasn't overly detailed, but he didn't nickel and dime and all and all of the work got done.
Joan H.
Oct 2018
5.0
General Remodeling
Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000
I would definitely do business with them, again. It was very easy doing business with Dave and his crew.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thanks , you were awesome to work with , enjoy your new remodel David Lupfer Builders"

Jean S.
Oct 2018
5.0
General Remodeling, Drywall + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
The people on this job (Paul, Will, Peter?, and Ricky, the electrician) did high quality work; were very pleasant to interact with; and helpful in answering questions. Paul (lead carpenter) came up with a way to cover some pipes that we had thought we'd have to leave exposed - ceiling looks even better, as a result. We're pleased with the work, which was done well.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"Thank you soon much!!!!!, i really appreciate it!!!! you were a pleasure to work with, and your project came out great,, enjoy your new "spaces"! ---plus thank you , my lead carpenter, Paul came up with a great and creative solution, to cover all those pipes, at a reasonable cost , and the result is ,, Awesome !!!! Thanks again David Lupfer"

M B.
Sep 2018
1.0
General Remodeling
Voicemail was NOT set up to leave a message and I tried 3 different times
Response from Lupfer Builders

"not sure exactly what you are talking about , perhaps you had the wrong #, my proper cell # is 773-858-8181, and is well and properly set up to receive voice mails , and i always return calls with in 12-24 hours. i work in lake forest all of the time , and am soo sorry you had difficulty contacting me let me know how I can help you david lupfer builders Northbrooik Illinois, ,, cell # 773-858-8181"

Diawan M.
Aug 2018
1.0
General Remodeling
$299
Purchased $299 Contractor for the Day deal April 2017. The deal was not used until June 6, 2018 due to family situation. The request was to install closet shelves. Dave, owner of Lupfer, assigned two of his workers to complete the project. Since two workers was assigned the completion time was 4 hours rather than 8 and any extension of the agreed time would require additional fees. I agreed. The workers showed up without a stud finder, ladder, floor covering or any of the necessary tools to effectively completed the project. The scope of this project was detailed to Dave via email so there was no reason to show up without the necessary tools to perform the project. The workers only partially completed the task and cause significant damage to the walls. The work performed was below subpar. I notified Dave via text and he agreed to refund the $299. I agreed but thereafter Dave never responded nor was the money refunded. As a result, I contacted Angie List to reached out to Dave. Dave told Angie List he would refund the $299 only if he could remove the work that was performed. Reluctantly, I agreed to the removal of the work and the $299 refund. Numerous attempts to schedule a time with Dave for the work to be removed, were to no avail. Dave would acknowledge requests from Angie List but failed to response to any of my requests to resolve this matter. As 05.09.2019 there has been no contact or refund from Dave of Lupfer.
Response from Lupfer Builders

"so sorry this was for installing closet selves, a real basic job 8 hours for $299, then more work, which you needed, to be billed at my standard hourly rate i offered to refund you money, but it also included removing the work that we already completed"

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Lupfer Builders is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
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: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Lupfer Builders accepts the following forms of payment: American Express, Check, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Yes, Lupfer Builders offers free project estimates.
Yes, Lupfer Builders offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Lupfer Builders offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Lupfer Builders offers emergency services.
Yes, Lupfer Builders offers warranties.
Lupfer Builders offers the following services: Kitchen and bath remodeling, plumbing, electric, painting, additions, basements, doors, windows, tile, hardwood flooring, roofing, siding & gutters.

Contact Information

3480 Tamarind Dr, Northbrook, IL 60062

Service Hours

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:7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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