Does the structure stay?
Capping treads and replacing a railing is a different order of project from opening the risers, changing the run or moving the staircase to another wall. The second one brings in an engineer and a permit.
Staircase & foyer renovation in Chicago's north, northwest & west suburbs
The first ten feet
say everything.
Staircases, railings and foyers rebuilt into a real arrival moment - structural stair work and custom millwork, all in-house.
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Explore the possibilities
Find a direction for your home.
Ideas to help you choose a style. See our completed projects further down the page.
Get your free hallway estimate
We call or text back within 2 business hours, then measure in person 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
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Hallway Renovation
The staircase and foyer are the first thing every guest sees.
A staircase is structure wearing a finish. The stringers, the anchoring and the framing decide whether it is still quiet in ten years, and none of that is visible once the treads go on. We rebuild what is underneath, then our own carpenters design and cut the railing for your stair instead of ordering a kit that almost fits.
Design yours → How we build staircases & foyers →- Custom staircases & railings, in-house
- Refinished treads & risers
- Foyer & hallway rebuilds
- Trim & millwork
Now the fun part
Shape yours.
Three quick choices. Two minutes, no commitment - just enough to show us the staircase in your head.
Style render
Your direction
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Your staircase, in short.
This is a direction, not a quote. We finalize materials together and price it in person, never with a calculator.
What it depends on
Why we price staircases standing on them.
How far does the foyer go?
A staircase rarely ends at itself. Flooring, trim, lighting and the wall treatment around it decide whether the arrival reads as finished or half-done, and that is a square-footage question.
Railing: catalog or built for you?
Code fixes the height and the baluster spacing. Everything else is design, and our carpenters cut it for your stair. That is why no two of our staircases look alike, and why the railing is its own line on the estimate.
Every ADS estimate is itemized in writing for your exact home, within 48 hours of the free visit, so you can see which of these you are paying for.
While we build
How we protect your home while we work.
Floors and pathways covered
Protective board and runners go down before the first tool comes in, from the entry to the work zone.
Dust stays in the work zone
Plastic containment walls and sealed vents keep the rest of the house livable during demo and sanding.
The same crew, every day
One team from demo to final walkthrough. You learn our names and always know who is in your home.
Clean end to every day
Tools stored, site swept, walkways clear. You should never dread coming home during a remodel.
Licensed and insured on every job
Full licensing and insurance certificates shown before work starts, not after you ask twice.
You know who is in your house
Brian, the owner, walks every estimate and is on your job. The same small crew comes back each morning, and the number you call reaches a person.
Nothing is done until you agree it is
A final walkthrough together, punch list closed out, and a 2-Year Workmanship Warranty in writing.
What homeowners keep mentioning.
Communication & honesty
I had a great experience working with ADS Building and Remodeling for new flooring, drywall, kitchen cabinets, and painting. Dmitrii and Chris were reliable, efficient, and transparent throughout the…
Absolutely fantastic company! If you’re looking for top-quality remodeling, renovations, or even building from the ground up - ADS is the team you want on your side. They’ve done several projects…
Craftsmanship
ADS remodeled my staircase, dining room, and a bedroom. Their work is exceptional, high quality, and I would recommend them to anyone who wants a job done right. They were easy to work with,…
ADS Building and Remodeling Inc exceeded my expectations! Their team was professional, punctual, and paid close attention to detail throughout the entire project. The quality of the work was…
Schedule & cleanliness
ADS just completed a living room bump out with a fireplace and an entire bathroom remodel. They were extremely clean, professional, and clear with all communication. Definitely would recommend them…
ADS retiled our original 1960s shower and did a great job! They were clean, courteous and did precise work. The space looks modern and bright now! We love it!
Track record
Numbers we'll show in writing during your estimate visit.
15+
Years our crew has been remodeling Chicagoland
100+
Rooms remodeled across Chicagoland
5.0
Avg rating · five-star Google reviews
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Crews swapped mid-project
Your first step
What happens after you reach out.
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You reach out
Send the form or call (224) 284-4533. A real person from the crew - not a call center - calls or texts back within 2 business hours.
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Free in-home visit
We walk the space together, take measurements and talk through what you actually want. You get a 3D rendering of the room before you commit to anything. No fees, no pressure, no obligation.
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Written estimate in 48 hours
A detailed, itemized estimate in writing within 48 hours of the visit - so you can compare it line by line against any other bid.
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You decide on your own time
No follow-up hammering, no expiring discounts. When you are ready, the same team that quoted it builds it - backed by a 2-year workmanship warranty.
Before you ask
The questions every hallway client asks first.
Plain answers - the kind we'd give a neighbor over coffee, not the ones written for a brochure.
Have a different question? Ask during your free estimate →-
How much does a staircase renovation cost?
It depends almost entirely on whether the structure stays. Refinishing treads and replacing a railing is a different order of project from opening the risers, changing the run, or moving the staircase to another wall, which brings in an engineer and a permit. We price it standing on your stairs, and the number is fixed in writing before anyone starts.
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How long does it take?
A railing and tread update usually runs 1–2 weeks; a full staircase rebuild or relocation 2–4 weeks with engineering and inspection. Written schedule before we start, as always.
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Can we still use the stairs during the work?
Yes - we sequence the work so the staircase is safely usable every evening. If a full rebuild requires a short closure, you'll know the exact days in advance.
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Are the railings custom or from a catalog?
Built in-house. Our carpenters design, cut and finish railings to your staircase - geometric oak panels, iron spindles, glass, whatever the design calls for. That's why no two of our staircases look alike.
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Can you fix squeaky stairs while you're at it?
Yes - squeaks are structure, not age. While the treads are open we re-fasten stringers and subfloor so the staircase is quiet again, and stays that way.
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Can you update our stairs without rebuilding them?
Usually yes. If the framing and stringers are sound, we can cap the existing treads in solid white oak, replace the railing and balusters, and open the risers without touching the structure underneath. We check before we quote it: pull a tread and look. If the framing is sound we tell you, because a refinish and a new rail is the cheaper job and it is the one most houses actually need.
Real ADS work
Completed projects. Real homes.
Photographs of our work, with project details and locations.
Hallway Renovation we have built in Glen Ellyn, Lombard - and more of our 40+ Chicagoland suburbs. See every town we serve.
Other rooms we remodel
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Real ADS transformations
Same room. Different life.
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Before
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Modern Geometry Staircase Renovation - Glen Ellyn · Staircase · Glen Ellyn, IL
Why it's an easy yes
The prettiest part of our work is the part you'll never see.
Real ADS project · Glen Ellyn, IL