The purpose of Norman Architects & Design Studio is to provide outstanding Architectural Services through attentive listening, careful thought and planning, attention to detail, innovative solutions, creative use of technology, timeliness of service, and consciousness of budget with empathy, integrity, ethical leadership, and originality of design to the benefit and enrichment of the Lives of our Clients, Building Occupants, and the Community-at-Large. Design ideas are generated by the words spoken by our clients. Assistance in development of a program for design, understanding the function and organization of the client's operation, and development of a "space plan" that is conducive to efficient operation of the business is the heart of good design whether it is design of a new building, or remodeling / renovation of an exiting building requiring modification for a functional fit. Recipient of several design awards for both functional and aesthetic design.
"They did an amazing job on time very professional I highly recommend them."
Tom B on January 2017
The purpose of Norman Architects & Design Studio is to provide outstanding Architectural Services through attentive listening, careful thought and planning, attention to detail, innovative solutions, creative use of technology, timeliness of service, and consciousness of budget with empathy, integrity, ethical leadership, and originality of design to the benefit and enrichment of the Lives of our Clients, Building Occupants, and the Community-at-Large. Design ideas are generated by the words spoken by our clients. Assistance in development of a program for design, understanding the function and organization of the client's operation, and development of a "space plan" that is conducive to efficient operation of the business is the heart of good design whether it is design of a new building, or remodeling / renovation of an exiting building requiring modification for a functional fit. Recipient of several design awards for both functional and aesthetic design.
"They did an amazing job on time very professional I highly recommend them."
Tom B on January 2017
To learn about Mad City Windows and its history, you need to start back in 1998 when our family-owned company first opened its doors and changed the face of home remodeling in Wisconsin. From the beginning, our business has been built on a foundation of friendship and trust and, in return, local homeowners have come to know they can place their trust in us. In order make certain that we consistently earn that trust, we are dedicated to ensuring the expert, seamless delivery of high-quality products and remodeling solutions to homeowners throughout our service area. Today, we expand our home remodeling expertise across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. With over 50,000 completed projects, we take our 2+ decades of experience to serve the communities of Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. They can expect our highest standard of service and professionalism.
"They were wonderful-knew the product knew what they could and couldn't do and fixed the mess that was left behind from previous work."
Mary Alice a on January 2025
To learn about Mad City Windows and its history, you need to start back in 1998 when our family-owned company first opened its doors and changed the face of home remodeling in Wisconsin. From the beginning, our business has been built on a foundation of friendship and trust and, in return, local homeowners have come to know they can place their trust in us. In order make certain that we consistently earn that trust, we are dedicated to ensuring the expert, seamless delivery of high-quality products and remodeling solutions to homeowners throughout our service area. Today, we expand our home remodeling expertise across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. With over 50,000 completed projects, we take our 2+ decades of experience to serve the communities of Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. They can expect our highest standard of service and professionalism.
"They were wonderful-knew the product knew what they could and couldn't do and fixed the mess that was left behind from previous work."
Mary Alice a on January 2025
Since 2009, we’ve completed over 10,000 basement projects across Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin! Matrix Basement Finishing is proud to be ranked as the #1 basement finishing company in America, delivering premium quality and unmatched durability at an incredible value. Our advanced Forever Wall System is engineered to resist water, mold, and mildew, ensuring your finished basement stays beautiful and functional for years to come—something traditional materials simply can’t match. When you choose Matrix Basement Finishing, you’ll enjoy: - Flexible financing options backed by trusted national partners - A limited lifetime warranty for long-term peace of mind - Comprehensive, all-in-one service so you’ll never need to work with a third party - Expert installation by professional installers and design consultants With Matrix Basement Finishing, you get an exceptional product, outstanding service, and a finished basement you’ll love for life.
"The quality of work was great and I love my new basement. There were a few schedule delays, some that were poorly communicated and led to contractors arriving at the house unable to do work."
Elizabeth H on December 2024
Since 2009, we’ve completed over 10,000 basement projects across Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin! Matrix Basement Finishing is proud to be ranked as the #1 basement finishing company in America, delivering premium quality and unmatched durability at an incredible value. Our advanced Forever Wall System is engineered to resist water, mold, and mildew, ensuring your finished basement stays beautiful and functional for years to come—something traditional materials simply can’t match. When you choose Matrix Basement Finishing, you’ll enjoy: - Flexible financing options backed by trusted national partners - A limited lifetime warranty for long-term peace of mind - Comprehensive, all-in-one service so you’ll never need to work with a third party - Expert installation by professional installers and design consultants With Matrix Basement Finishing, you get an exceptional product, outstanding service, and a finished basement you’ll love for life.
"The quality of work was great and I love my new basement. There were a few schedule delays, some that were poorly communicated and led to contractors arriving at the house unable to do work."
Elizabeth H on December 2024
is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Friendly and professional very quick response"
Linda S on February 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Friendly and professional very quick response"
Linda S on February 2025
Surface Link specializes in repairing, restoring and modifying countertops and upgrading or replacing sinks, in commercial and residential settings, all over the United States and Canada. Replacing a countertop can be costly and timely — Surface Link offers a low cost alternative to restore your countertop to like-new condition in less than a day. Why choose Surface Link over another company? At Surface Link, we focus exclusively on repairing countertops (Corian, Granite, Quartz and Solid Surface) and installing or upgrading new sinks. Currently, Surface Link is the Certified Warranty Inspection and Repair Service Agent for several manufacturers throughout the country, such as DuPont Corian, DuPont Zodiaq, LG Hausys HI-MACS, LG Hausys Viatera, Formica Solid Surface, LivingStone, Caesarstone, Gemstone and many more . Our goal is to help to restore your countertop back to its original condition. Why replace your countertop? Surface Link can repair it for a fraction of the cost!
"The contractor never acknowledged the request. I never heard from them at all."
Jay W on June 2020
Surface Link specializes in repairing, restoring and modifying countertops and upgrading or replacing sinks, in commercial and residential settings, all over the United States and Canada. Replacing a countertop can be costly and timely — Surface Link offers a low cost alternative to restore your countertop to like-new condition in less than a day. Why choose Surface Link over another company? At Surface Link, we focus exclusively on repairing countertops (Corian, Granite, Quartz and Solid Surface) and installing or upgrading new sinks. Currently, Surface Link is the Certified Warranty Inspection and Repair Service Agent for several manufacturers throughout the country, such as DuPont Corian, DuPont Zodiaq, LG Hausys HI-MACS, LG Hausys Viatera, Formica Solid Surface, LivingStone, Caesarstone, Gemstone and many more . Our goal is to help to restore your countertop back to its original condition. Why replace your countertop? Surface Link can repair it for a fraction of the cost!
"The contractor never acknowledged the request. I never heard from them at all."
Jay W on June 2020
About Us Specializing in remodeling/renovating residential and commercial spaces such as kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, bedrooms, basements, roofs, flooring, wood install, refinishing, carpet, plumbing, electrical, porches, garages, restaurants, and retail stores. All American Renovations Inc is a fully licensed and insured General Contracting company. We are licensed in the state of Illinois as well as in the state of Wisconsin. Instead of hiring many different tradesmen to renovate your home or commercial space, you simply hire us as your general contractor to coordinate, supervise, and guarantee all work is done to your satisfaction. As your general contractor, we obtain labor and material at a great price because of the volume we produce. Call today for your free estimate!
About Us Specializing in remodeling/renovating residential and commercial spaces such as kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, bedrooms, basements, roofs, flooring, wood install, refinishing, carpet, plumbing, electrical, porches, garages, restaurants, and retail stores. All American Renovations Inc is a fully licensed and insured General Contracting company. We are licensed in the state of Illinois as well as in the state of Wisconsin. Instead of hiring many different tradesmen to renovate your home or commercial space, you simply hire us as your general contractor to coordinate, supervise, and guarantee all work is done to your satisfaction. As your general contractor, we obtain labor and material at a great price because of the volume we produce. Call today for your free estimate!
Everything for a Beautiful Home - All In One Place! Visit our 70,000 sq/ft showroom filled with an incredible selection of: Furniture, Flooring, Fireplaces, Lighting, Kitchen & Bathroom Materials, custom Cabinetry, Granite & Quartz Countertops, Building and Landscaping Brick and Stone, Lighting, BBQ Grills, and much more. We've got high quality options to fit any budget in every department. With our expert interior designers and professional installers, Benson Stone the very best place to begin your home improvement or remodeling project!
"We dealt with linda on 4th floor in furniture. Was patient and knowledgeable. We had bought chairs in past with benson. Covid hampered delivery but we still received chairs from factory in reasonable time. Price was more than competition but customer service and quality prevailed. We are sitting (no pun intended) very comfortable in our new recliners. Please keep the flex steel line. We like so far. Warranty is cer reasonable."
Lisa R on June 2021
Everything for a Beautiful Home - All In One Place! Visit our 70,000 sq/ft showroom filled with an incredible selection of: Furniture, Flooring, Fireplaces, Lighting, Kitchen & Bathroom Materials, custom Cabinetry, Granite & Quartz Countertops, Building and Landscaping Brick and Stone, Lighting, BBQ Grills, and much more. We've got high quality options to fit any budget in every department. With our expert interior designers and professional installers, Benson Stone the very best place to begin your home improvement or remodeling project!
"We dealt with linda on 4th floor in furniture. Was patient and knowledgeable. We had bought chairs in past with benson. Covid hampered delivery but we still received chairs from factory in reasonable time. Price was more than competition but customer service and quality prevailed. We are sitting (no pun intended) very comfortable in our new recliners. Please keep the flex steel line. We like so far. Warranty is cer reasonable."
Lisa R on June 2021
Additional DBA - BCI Acrylic Bath Systems.
"This review is about my personal experience with one of BCI Acrylics Dealers. I contracted with Bath Planet of Atlanta in June of 2022. To say I had a horrible experience is an understatement. Their product seems fine but their Dealers leave something to be desired. Horrible communication with customers, horrible customer service all the way around. You will end up project managing their employees, if they show up. I have brought my issues with the Atlanta Dealer up with the home office of BCI and they don't seem to care either. I have no confidence in the installation since the shelving they put up fell off of the wall. They were installed by the same technician that installed our new shower. They called me to schedule someone to come out to fix the shelving that fell off the wall and I could hear one of the Managers screaming in the background to "get this B*@*H off his back", he was referring to me! I would NOT RECOMMEND working with any of their Dealers if my experience is indicative of how all of their Dealers do business."
Tracy P on November 2022
Additional DBA - BCI Acrylic Bath Systems.
"This review is about my personal experience with one of BCI Acrylics Dealers. I contracted with Bath Planet of Atlanta in June of 2022. To say I had a horrible experience is an understatement. Their product seems fine but their Dealers leave something to be desired. Horrible communication with customers, horrible customer service all the way around. You will end up project managing their employees, if they show up. I have brought my issues with the Atlanta Dealer up with the home office of BCI and they don't seem to care either. I have no confidence in the installation since the shelving they put up fell off of the wall. They were installed by the same technician that installed our new shower. They called me to schedule someone to come out to fix the shelving that fell off the wall and I could hear one of the Managers screaming in the background to "get this B*@*H off his back", he was referring to me! I would NOT RECOMMEND working with any of their Dealers if my experience is indicative of how all of their Dealers do business."
Tracy P on November 2022
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
Granite and marble compare well against each other in terms of price, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Deciding which one is better depends on your personal style and preference. Both materials resist damage like chips and cracks well. You should seal both material types against staining and etching, but they’re still susceptible if oil, wine, coffee, tomato sauce, or juice are left on the countertop long enough. As material and installation costs range similarly, the deciding factor is your budget, design, and preferences.
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
Overall, granite tends to cost more than marble. Prices for each material will fluctuate depending on the source of the stone, your location, shipping costs, and the thickness of the material. Labor to install marble or granite countertops typically ranges from $35 to $45 per hour. Granite and marble tile and slab costs compare as follows:
Marble tile: $7–$10
Granite tile: $5–$15
Marble slab: $25–$60
Granite slab: $50–$100