Remodeling in Riverwoods, IL - handled by one accountable team.
Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and full-home additions for Riverwoods, IL homeowners. Free on-site estimates, one accountable team, 2-year warranty - in writing, on every build.
- 15+years of combined crew experience
- ZIPs 60015fully covered
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- 2-yrwritten warranty
- 15+ Years Combined crew experience
- Licensed & Insured $2M general liability
- 2-Year Warranty Written, on every project
- ★★★★★ on Google five-star verified reviews
A remodeling team that comes to your home and stays accountable.
Renovations in Riverwoods need a permit
The Village of Riverwoods lists new construction, renovations, additions, structural modifications, building or interior demolition, and all electrical, plumbing, and mechanical modifications among the most common projects that require a permit. The village also says performing work without a permit is one of the most common code violations among residents, and it asks anyone unsure about a project to contact the Building Department first.
A building permit application goes to the Building Department with copies of the plans, specifications, or scope of work, and an up-to-date plat of survey for external projects. Certificates of liability insurance must be provided for all contractors, naming the Village of Riverwoods as additionally insured, and plumbers, electricians, and roofers must provide their licenses. Inspections are required on all permits, and permits expire one year after issuance. New homes and building additions follow different submittal requirements, so those projects start with a conversation with the Building Department.
Work hours, debris, and basements
Riverwoods lists work hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. Larger projects carry a recycling rule: a renovation or addition of more than 1,500 square feet of gross floor area needs a Construction and Demolition Debris Diversion Plan with the permit application, plan review does not begin until that form is filed, and at least 75 percent of the debris must be diverted from landfills. For lower levels, the village’s floodplain page notes that newer basement installations require a sump pump ejection system, and it encourages residents to add backup protection against basement flooding.
Starting with ADS
ADS offers kitchen, bathroom, basement, living-room, hallway, and home-addition remodeling in Riverwoods. A free in-home visit captures measurements, existing systems, and any water or drainage concerns. The written estimate then identifies the licensed trades, drawings, and insurance paperwork the permit application will need.
- A current plat of survey if exterior work is involved.
- Notes on past basement water or sump pump issues.
- The rooms you want changed and what is not working now.
- Your preferred schedule within the village work hours.
Review the Village of Riverwoods building permit application page and confirm current requirements with the Building Department before work begins.
Six remodeling services. One accountable team.
Kitchen Remodeling in Riverwoods
How ADS builds a kitchen: cabinetry lead times, the six-to-eight week sequence, the temporary kitchen, and…
See pricing & timeline →Bathroom Remodeling in Riverwoods
How ADS builds a bathroom: the sequence, who is in your house, what the written estimate…
See pricing & timeline →Basement Remodeling in Riverwoods
How ADS finishes a basement: moisture first, then framing, egress and permits, and what the written…
See pricing & timeline →Living Room Remodeling in Riverwoods
How ADS rebuilds a living room: structural changes, built-ins and floors, and what an itemized written…
See pricing & timeline →Hallway Renovations in Riverwoods
How ADS rebuilds a staircase and foyer: structure first, custom railings cut in-house, and what the…
See pricing & timeline →Home Additions Built to Last in Riverwoods
How ADS builds an addition: zoning check, engineered drawings, permits, footings and roof tie-in, and the…
See pricing & timeline →The kind of work we'd bring to Riverwoods.
We also remodel in the towns next door.
Three steps from first call to keys-in-hand.
Free in-home estimate
We drive to your Riverwoods home, measure, and listen. Written scope-of-work usually within 48 hours of the visit.
Detailed written quote
Materials, finishes, written schedule - priced in person, line by line, in writing. You see where every dollar goes before you sign.
Build & final walk
Our team runs the agreed schedule. Punch-list walkthrough, then 2-year written warranty kicks in.
Book your Riverwoods visit
We respond to most inquiries within 2 hours during business days. Estimate visit is free, with zero pressure to sign that day.
Four guarantees we put in writing - before any work begins.
Most contractor horror stories trace back to four broken promises. We close all four in our contract, not in marketing.
2-Year Workmanship Warranty
Every joint, tile, fixture, and finish is backed for two full years. If our build fails, we come back and fix it - no charge, no debate.
Free On-Site Estimates
We assess your project in person and put the estimate in writing - line by line, free, no obligation. If anything changes on site, you hear it from us first, with numbers.
Fully Licensed & Insured
Illinois-licensed contractor, $2M general liability, workers' comp on every crew member. We bring proof of insurance before we bring tools.
One Team Accountable
One accountable team from demo day to final walkthrough. Specialty trades work under our supervision, so there is no scheduling chaos and no "the other guys did that part."
Get your free estimate in Riverwoods
We call or text back within 2 business hours, then measure at your Riverwoods home and price it in writing. No fees, no hard sell.
- Free on-site visit & written estimate
- Fixed price before work starts
- Licensed & insured · 2-year warranty
Prefer to talk? (224) 278-8533
What Riverwoods homeowners ask before a remodel.
Plain answers - the kind we'd give a neighbor over coffee, not the ones written for a brochure.
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What projects need a permit in Riverwoods?
The Village of Riverwoods lists renovations, additions, structural modifications, building or interior demolition, and all electrical, plumbing, and mechanical modifications among the most common projects that require a permit. The village says work without a permit is one of the most common code violations among residents.
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What do contractors need to provide for a Riverwoods permit?
The Village of Riverwoods requires certificates of liability insurance for all contractors, naming the Village of Riverwoods as additionally insured. Plumbers, electricians, and roofers must provide their licenses. Inspections are required on all permits, and the village asks anyone unsure about a project to contact the Building Department first.
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What are the work hours in Riverwoods?
The Village of Riverwoods lists work hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. A renovation or addition of more than 1,500 square feet of gross floor area also needs a Construction and Demolition Debris Diversion Plan filed with the permit application.
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How long is a Riverwoods building permit valid?
Permits in the Village of Riverwoods expire one year after issuance. For a renovation or addition of more than 1,500 square feet of gross floor area, the village also requires a Construction and Demolition Debris Diversion Plan, and plan review does not begin until that form is filed.
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How much does a typical kitchen or bathroom remodel cost?
Bathroom remodels in our area typically run $18,000–$45,000. Mid-range kitchens are usually $35,000–$80,000 - full custom kitchens can reach $120,000+. We give you a detailed estimate in writing after the in-home visit, so you see the numbers line by line before signing anything.
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How long will my project take?
A bathroom is usually 3–5 weeks from demo to final walkthrough. A standard kitchen runs 6–8 weeks. Basement finishes are 5–8 weeks. We give you a written schedule before we start - and one project lead coordinates every trade, so the schedule doesn't stall between steps.
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Can we live in the house during the remodel?
Almost always, yes. We seal off the work zone with plastic, set up a temporary kitchen if we're remodeling yours, vacuum daily, and do a deep clean at the end. Most clients stay in the home for the full project - we plan the sequence around your daily life.
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How do payments work?
A small deposit at signing, then progress payments tied to milestones (rough-in complete, drywall complete, final walkthrough). You never pre-pay for work that hasn't started. Final payment is only released after you sign off on the final walkthrough - not before.