Home Remodeling in North Center, Chicago
in North Center.
From frame cottages in Roscoe Village to two-flats near Lincoln and Irving Park Road, we remodel homes all over North Center.
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Home Remodeling in North Center
North Center sits between Lakeview and the North Branch of the Chicago River. Lane Tech College Prep, the big high school on Addison Street and Western Avenue, is one of its best-known landmarks.
Homes here are frame and brick workers cottages, two-flats, greystones and many newer single-family houses. Older homes often still have plaster walls and early wiring.
This page is about home remodeling in North Center. It covers kitchens, bathrooms, basements and whole-home updates for the homes you find here.
Tell us what you want to change. We will set up a free visit at your home at a time that works for you.
Remodeling Across North Center
Here is what we see most in each part of the neighborhood.
Roscoe Village
Frame cottages and two-flats on the south end. Owners often open up the main floor and add a second bath.
Lincoln, Irving Park & Damen
The heart of the neighborhood. Brick two-flats and greystones with long, narrow kitchens.
St. Ben’s
The blocks around St. Benedict church. Older homes here often need new wiring and plumbing behind the walls.
Lane Tech & Addison Street
Family homes near the school and Clark Park. Finished basements add room for a growing family.
Lakeview, to the East
Across the Ravenswood Metra tracks.
Lincoln Park, to the Southeast
Below Diversey Parkway.
Remodeling Services in North Center
Everything we do for homes in North Center, from one room to the whole house.
Home Remodeling in North Center
North Center workers cottages and two-flats sit on narrow lots, so space has to work hard. We open up main floors, finish basements near Lane Tech and Clark Park as family rooms or guest suites, and can combine the units of a two-flat into one home.
Our home remodeling services →Bathroom Remodeling in North Center
A second bath is a common ask in North Center cottages, and older homes around St. Ben's often hide old pipes behind plaster. We add a bath upstairs or in the basement where the drains allow, and remodel main baths with walk-in showers, new tile and vanities.
Our bathroom remodeling services →Kitchen Remodeling in North Center
Brick two-flats and greystones along Lincoln, Irving Park and Damen tend to have long, narrow kitchens at the back of the house. We plan cabinets and counters to fit that shape, add a peninsula where it works, and bring in more light with new fixtures.
Our kitchen remodeling services →General Contracting in North Center
Many North Center homes are more than a hundred years old, so moving a wall starts with a check of the old framing. We handle load-bearing wall removal, City of Chicago permits and inspections, and build or repair porches and decks using alley access for deliveries.
Our general contracting services →Flooring in North Center
Older cottages in Roscoe Village and around Addison Street often have uneven floors and worn wood. We level and refinish hardwood where it can be saved, install new hardwood or LVP where it cannot, and lay tile and moisture-safe flooring in baths and basements.
Our flooring services →Kitchen, Bath and Basement Projects in North Center
Typical projects here include:
- Opening the kitchen to the living and dining area
- A new main bath and a second bath upstairs
- Basements finished as a family room or guest suite
- New stairs, trim and floors in older cottages
See more on our kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling and basement finishing pages.
Plans That Fit North Center Home Styles
- Workers cottages: small, older homes on narrow lots. Smart layouts and storage make them work harder.
- Two-flats: update one unit, both units, or combine them into one home.
- Greystones: long rooms front to back. We bring light into the kitchen at the back.
- Newer homes: open plans that often need a finished basement or a bath update.
Old Plaster and Old Wiring
Many North Center homes are more than a hundred years old. When we open the walls, we:
- Check for old knob-and-tube wiring and replace it
- Add circuits so new appliances do not trip breakers
- Repair or replace plaster so walls stay smooth and straight
- Check old framing before we move a wall
Permits and Scheduling in North Center
- Most remodels that move plumbing, wiring or walls need a building permit from the City of Chicago Department of Buildings.
- We prepare the plans, file the permit and book the inspections.
- Two-flat owners: we plan work hours and water shut-offs so the other unit is not surprised.
- We plan alley space for the dumpster and deliveries before work starts.
Recent Work by Our Team
Real kitchens, bathrooms and rooms built by the HQ Carpentry team. See more in our project gallery.
We Come to You in North Center
You never need to come to us. The free estimate, the planning and the whole build happen at your North Center home.
Our crews are based on Chicago’s Northwest Side, about 5 miles from North Center, so we can get to you quickly.
Call (773) 968-3606 or send the form, and we will book a visit at a time that works for you.
Book a free home visit →How Your North Center Remodel Comes Together
Free home visit
We see the space, listen to your plans and take measurements.
Written plan
You get a clear scope and timeline before any work starts.
Permits and build
We file the City of Chicago permit, then build with a clean, safe work area.
Final walkthrough
We check every detail with you before we call the job done.
Why a Local Remodeler Helps in North Center
Close by
We are based a short drive west. Quick visits and fast answers.
Knows older homes
Plaster, old wiring and uneven floors are normal work for us.
One team
The same crew plans, builds and checks your project from start to finish.
North Center Remodeling FAQ
If we find knob-and-tube or overloaded circuits in the rooms we remodel, we plan new wiring as part of the job and the permit.
North Center is part of Chicago, so work that moves plumbing, wiring or walls usually needs a City of Chicago permit. We handle it for you.
Often, yes. We look at where the drains run and find the best spot, often upstairs or in the basement.
Yes. We check ceiling height, moisture and exits first, then plan the space and the permit.
Most visits happen within a few days. Call us or use the form, and we will find the soonest time.
Check Availability in North Center
Call us at (773) 968-3606 or send the form at the top of this page. We are available Monday through Friday 7 AM to 7 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday 9 AM to 3 PM.
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