We are your premier general contractor specializing in kitchens and carpentry. Let us bring your renovation dreams to life with top-notch workmanship and attention to detail. From custom cabinetry to intricate trim work and doors, we handle it all with precision and care. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today! *Financing Available*
"The project was complete from start to finish in just over 1 week from the time contact. Quality was superb. The worker were professional and paid attention to detail. The works explain what they were doing every step of what and were receptive to changes. We look forward to working with them again and commend them ."
PAM D on April 2025
We are your premier general contractor specializing in kitchens and carpentry. Let us bring your renovation dreams to life with top-notch workmanship and attention to detail. From custom cabinetry to intricate trim work and doors, we handle it all with precision and care. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today! *Financing Available*
"The project was complete from start to finish in just over 1 week from the time contact. Quality was superb. The worker were professional and paid attention to detail. The works explain what they were doing every step of what and were receptive to changes. We look forward to working with them again and commend them ."
PAM D on April 2025
15 TIME TOP SHELF DESIGN WINNER by CLOSETS MAGAZINE/WOODWORKING NETWORK. Offering custom-designed closet and cabinetry systems, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality workmanship, superior materials, and personalized service on every project.
"Mary offered great advice on how to make our garage more functional, and was extremely receptive to our feedback. The guys who installed the cabinets did a great job! Overall we are very happy."
Amanda S on November 2023
15 TIME TOP SHELF DESIGN WINNER by CLOSETS MAGAZINE/WOODWORKING NETWORK. Offering custom-designed closet and cabinetry systems, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality workmanship, superior materials, and personalized service on every project.
"Mary offered great advice on how to make our garage more functional, and was extremely receptive to our feedback. The guys who installed the cabinets did a great job! Overall we are very happy."
Amanda S on November 2023
We are a family owned and operated company; with every phase of design, building and community development under the skilled guidance of a family member. At A.P. Builder & General Contractor, our business is more than building. Our business is building a better quality of life for our residents, respecting the communities in which we build and demonstrating a concern for the landscape we change. These qualities combine to comprise a thirty-year tradition of family commitment to excellence in building. Our clients receive impeccable attention to detail and premium service from a financially stable and sound company. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction with every aspect of the project from concept to completion. This is who we are and what we are at A.P. Builder & General Contractor; people who build, enjoy it and want to extend our expertise to you. Let us know how we may be of service to you.
"Our experience with AP Builder was great. Angelo was very knowledgeable and professional, keeping us informed every step of the way. This was a big important project for our home and I am extremely happy with how it came out! The cost was very reasonable and there were no surprises, everything was open and honest. I would definitely use them again and recommend to friends and family. Thank you AP!"
David A on March 2025
We are a family owned and operated company; with every phase of design, building and community development under the skilled guidance of a family member. At A.P. Builder & General Contractor, our business is more than building. Our business is building a better quality of life for our residents, respecting the communities in which we build and demonstrating a concern for the landscape we change. These qualities combine to comprise a thirty-year tradition of family commitment to excellence in building. Our clients receive impeccable attention to detail and premium service from a financially stable and sound company. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction with every aspect of the project from concept to completion. This is who we are and what we are at A.P. Builder & General Contractor; people who build, enjoy it and want to extend our expertise to you. Let us know how we may be of service to you.
"Our experience with AP Builder was great. Angelo was very knowledgeable and professional, keeping us informed every step of the way. This was a big important project for our home and I am extremely happy with how it came out! The cost was very reasonable and there were no surprises, everything was open and honest. I would definitely use them again and recommend to friends and family. Thank you AP!"
David A on March 2025
Avanti Stone, winner of Super Service Award 2015-2022, is a family owned and operated business. Our customers happiness and satisfaction is our number one priority. We specialize in interior residential and commercial installations of counter tops, tile, stone restoration and repairs. We work with many materials from all over the world such as granite, marble, travertine, quartz, quartzite and various others. Avanti Stone also offers all types of exterior concrete services. Repairs and replacement of driveways, patios, sidewalks, decorative concrete overlays, epoxy finishes , and many more. There is no better place than Avanti Stone to help you beautify your kitchen, your bath and the curb appeal of your property!
"Excellent! Very professional and offered a lot of knowledge. The backsplash really turned out incredible. Thank you again"
JACK K on March 2025
Avanti Stone, winner of Super Service Award 2015-2022, is a family owned and operated business. Our customers happiness and satisfaction is our number one priority. We specialize in interior residential and commercial installations of counter tops, tile, stone restoration and repairs. We work with many materials from all over the world such as granite, marble, travertine, quartz, quartzite and various others. Avanti Stone also offers all types of exterior concrete services. Repairs and replacement of driveways, patios, sidewalks, decorative concrete overlays, epoxy finishes , and many more. There is no better place than Avanti Stone to help you beautify your kitchen, your bath and the curb appeal of your property!
"Excellent! Very professional and offered a lot of knowledge. The backsplash really turned out incredible. Thank you again"
JACK K on March 2025
With over 17 years of Plumbing, Interior painting and all facets of general handyman work, Home Repairs R Us continues to be South/Southwest Chicago's "One Stop Home Repair Service Shop". Deal direct with owner Eric Henry and his dedicated, professional crew on any handyman job you need completed. Eric's wide home repair skill set makes it convenient for any home owner to make one call and accomplish just about any service needed at your residence or business. Call us today!
"Everything is beautiful. The two of them tackle it in two days. I'm very happy with the work."
JEROME W on November 2020
With over 17 years of Plumbing, Interior painting and all facets of general handyman work, Home Repairs R Us continues to be South/Southwest Chicago's "One Stop Home Repair Service Shop". Deal direct with owner Eric Henry and his dedicated, professional crew on any handyman job you need completed. Eric's wide home repair skill set makes it convenient for any home owner to make one call and accomplish just about any service needed at your residence or business. Call us today!
"Everything is beautiful. The two of them tackle it in two days. I'm very happy with the work."
JEROME W on November 2020
The Surface Doctors is a Bathtub, Tile and Countertop Refinishing and Repair company. We serve all of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. All work is performed by our experienced and certified refinishing technicians.
"Great service..the installer showed care for my house and cleaned the work area better than it was. Had my counter tops done and they turned out great!"
Jim C on April 2025
The Surface Doctors is a Bathtub, Tile and Countertop Refinishing and Repair company. We serve all of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. All work is performed by our experienced and certified refinishing technicians.
"Great service..the installer showed care for my house and cleaned the work area better than it was. Had my counter tops done and they turned out great!"
Jim C on April 2025
Emergency plumbing HV/AC.Emergency Electrical.We are the best in Construction, remodeling, painting and more. We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! Comercial and residential services electric services.
"Excellent- prompt reliable and did a great job"
Missy T on March 2025
Emergency plumbing HV/AC.Emergency Electrical.We are the best in Construction, remodeling, painting and more. We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! Comercial and residential services electric services.
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Missy T on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Best quality"
Adrian P on August 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Best quality"
Adrian P on August 2023
With 20 years of experience in industry, Buildmax is your industry expert in DuPage county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!
"Hasn’t started yet. But did hire"
scott t on January 2024
With 20 years of experience in industry, Buildmax is your industry expert in DuPage county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!
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scott t on January 2024
Revive is an independent family owned tile, stone, and grout restoration company. Our services include grout cleaning and color sealing, caulking of showers, countertops, sinks, tubs and more. Natural stone restoration, cleaning and sealing of natural stone floors, countertops, showers. Granite and marble cleaning, sealing, and polishing, stone enhancing, stripping. For less than half of what a full bathroom or kitchen floor renovation will cost, revive your tiles and stone by choosing us. Revive Tile Stone & Grout services all of Chicago and Chicagoland suburbs. We are fully licensed and insured and guaranteed to keep prices low and you, the customer, happy. Call or text now for a free estimate.
"Very detailed, very clean, on time. Very polite. Reasonable pricing and great work."
Ricardo A on January 2023
Revive is an independent family owned tile, stone, and grout restoration company. Our services include grout cleaning and color sealing, caulking of showers, countertops, sinks, tubs and more. Natural stone restoration, cleaning and sealing of natural stone floors, countertops, showers. Granite and marble cleaning, sealing, and polishing, stone enhancing, stripping. For less than half of what a full bathroom or kitchen floor renovation will cost, revive your tiles and stone by choosing us. Revive Tile Stone & Grout services all of Chicago and Chicagoland suburbs. We are fully licensed and insured and guaranteed to keep prices low and you, the customer, happy. Call or text now for a free estimate.
"Very detailed, very clean, on time. Very polite. Reasonable pricing and great work."
Ricardo A on January 2023
Installing a marble backsplash costs about $2,200 on average, ranging from $600 to $6,000, depending on the variety of marble and the labor costs to prep and install. Common types of marble used for backsplashes include:
Makrana: $12 per square foot
Pink: $25 per square foot
Carrara: $40 per square foot
Statuatrio: $50 per square foot
Cultured: $65 per square foot
Travertine: $75 per square foot
Danby: $80 per square foot
Calacatta: $180 per square foot
Marble countertops cost $3,000 on average, ranging from about $2,000 to $5,000, depending on the type of marble, square footage, location, and whether you use tiles or slabs. Another major cost factor to consider is the grading of the marble, which determines its quality level.
Use this grading system when selecting marble for countertops:
Grade A: Nearly perfect with subtle veining
Grade B: Minor flaws such as pits, fissures, or blotches
Grade C: Minor and major flaws like chipping and cracks requiring repair
Grade D: Significant damage needing repair, with dark veining and pronounced colors
Installing granite kitchen countertops costs about $3,250, ranging from $2,000 to $4,000, depending on the quantity and quality of the granite, use of granite tile or granite slabs, the type of granite, and its color and texture. Varieties of granite include:
Alaska white: $35 per square foot
Ubatuba: $30–$60 per square foot
Silver cloud: $35–$40 per square foot
Absolute black: $45–$60 per square foot
Black galaxy: $50–$70 per square foot
Blue Louise: $70–$100 per square foot
Crema Bordeaux: $80 per square foot
Solarius: $60 per square foot
There are several countertop options available to fit your lifestyle and needs.
Granite countertops are durable and come in a variety of colors.
Soapstone countertops are prone to scratches and best in smaller kitchens.
Marble countertops are less durable than granite but a good option for busy kitchens.
Slate countertops are stain-resistant, making them easy to clean.
Limestone countertops must be sealed often to prevent scratches.
Acrylic countertops cost less than granite while still providing durability.
Laminate countertops are the most affordable but chip and fade faster.
Wood countertops need monthly sealing to maintain.
The cost to install countertops is $3,105 on average. This project cost can range from $400 to $8,500, depending on the material, edging, and countertop size.
Laminate countertops are generally the most cost-efficient, ranging from $8 to $27 per square foot. On the other hand, slate countertops are considered more luxurious and range from $30 to $90 per square foot. There are also countertop materials priced between those two, including stainless steel, granite, Corian, and wood.