Serving Des Plaines, IL
Remodeling & Construction Contractor in Des Plaines, IL
River-town mix of pre-war and postwar homes, where water management matters.
Des Plaines homes
Remodeling in Des Plaines
Des Plaines has a wider range of housing than most of its neighbors: older homes near the downtown and the Metra station, large postwar ranch and Cape Cod neighborhoods, and newer infill throughout. The Des Plaines River runs through the middle of it, and the city has a long, well-documented history of flooding and stormwater work — which means basements and drainage are a serious part of the conversation here, not an afterthought.
That shapes what we recommend. Before finishing a lower level in Des Plaines it is worth understanding the water history of the specific property: grading, downspout routing, window wells and existing drainage. LCD Construction Inc. deals with the water first and the drywall second, and we will tell you plainly if we think a basement should not be finished yet.
What matters locally
Water before finishes
Grading, downspouts, wells and drain tile get evaluated before framing a basement. Finishing over a wet wall only hides the problem for a season.
Two eras of housing
Pre-war homes near downtown and postwar ranches further out need different things — plaster and knob-and-tube in one, original kitchens and small baths in the other.
Exterior envelope
Siding, flashing and gutter work matter more where stormwater is already a known issue. Keeping water off and away from the house is the cheapest repair there is.
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What we are usually hired for in Des Plaines
These are the services that fit the housing stock in Des Plaines most directly — though LCD Construction Inc. offers every service on the list here, in every community we serve.
Basement Finishing
Framing, insulation, egress, drywall and flooring — plus basement baths and bars.
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New foundations and footings, crack repair, structural support and drainage.
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Siding & Exterior
Siding replacement, trim, soffit and fascia, and the weather barrier underneath.
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Kitchen Remodeling
Layout changes, new cabinets, countertops, backsplash and lighting — start to finish.
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Bathroom Remodeling
Tub-to-shower conversions, tile, vanities and full gut renovations, waterproofed right.
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Start a Des Plaines project
Estimates are free and carry no obligation. Call (312) 818-9950 during business hours, or send the details and we will get back to you to talk it through and arrange a time to see the space.
Nearby communities
We work across the surrounding area too.
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Remodeling in Des Plaines? Let's talk.
Tell us what you are planning. We will walk the space, talk through what the job actually takes, and put a real number in front of you.