Whole-House Renovations
Reimagine your entire home. We modernize layout planning, plumbing, electrical, and aesthetic details to unify older residences with premium contemporary elements.
Comprehensive Whole-Home Modernization
Whole-house renovations are massive undertakings that require deep coordination, professional scheduling, and structural engineering. Chicago boasts a wealth of historic brick bungalows, two-flats, and vintage Victorians. Chicago Renovator specializes in keeping the historic character of these structures while updating their infrastructure to support modern living.
Whether you've purchased a fixer-upper or want to completely update the home you've lived in for years, we manage the entire lifecycle. From architectural plans and permit approval through the City of Chicago, to final trim paint, we represent a single source of responsibility.
Our Whole-House Scope of Services
- Architectural planning and municipal permit coordination
- Load-bearing wall removals and open-concept beam installations
- Full electrical panel upgrades and complete home rewiring
- Complete copper and PEX plumbing repipes
- Central HVAC zoning, ductwork replacement, and smart thermostats
- Drywalling, trim moldings, custom baseboards, and window wraps
- Hardwood floor installation, sanding, and dustless finishing
Complimentary Consultation
Planning a whole-house renovations project in the Chicago area? Get a clear, itemized construction estimate.
Our Remodeling Guarantee
- Fully Licensed General Contractor
- Schluter Waterproofing Guarantee
- Clean daily sweeps & dust gates
Our Whole-House Remodeling Process
A complete home transformation relies on precise scheduling and execution.
1. Planning & Zoning
We work with architects to draw complete plans, pass structural reviews, and obtain necessary city building permits.
2. Gut Demolition
We remove outdated plaster, plumbing, and wiring, reinforcing structural elements with engineered steel or wood beams.
3. Systems Integration
We install new HVAC, electrical runs, plumbing loops, insulation, and obtain rough inspection approvals.
4. Finishing & Assembly
We drywall, paint, lay flooring, install custom kitchens, bathrooms, trim package, and conduct final inspections.
Upgrading Aging Chicago Infrastructures
Vintage properties present unique challenges. We replace obsolete infrastructure with premium systems:
Hazardous knob-and-tube or aluminum electrical wiring
Corroded galvanized plumbing pipes causing low water pressure
Drafty, uninsulated plaster walls that spike utility bills
Sagging floor joists and unreinforced structural frames
Choppy, dark layouts that block natural light flow
Ready for a Complete Home Transformation?
Partner with a contractor that manages the details from design to completion. Contact us for an estimate.