62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best General Contractors in North Chicago, IL (2026)
648 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in North Chicago: Seawalls by Shoreline Armor LLC, CR Score 62/100; 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 4
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Caponi Chimney, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 648.
- 19
Most-reviewed: Superior Corp., 509 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 648 ranked; ranked #19.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
648 North Chicago general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 52 are open 24/7, 282 open Saturdays and 104 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 648 rated businesses.
Top 10 general contractors in North Chicago at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seawalls by Shoreline Armor LLC | 62 | 5.0★ (34) | Lake Geneva, 1 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Modern Builders and Design | 60 | 5.0★ (112) | Round Lake, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | LandMark Exteriors | 60 | 4.7★ (181) | Libertyville, 6 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Caponi Chimney | 60 | 4.9★ (57) | Kenosha, 8 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 5 | Stain Away, Inc. | 60 | 4.9★ (93) | Fox Lake, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | FIXX | 59 | 4.9★ (172) | Gurnee, 4 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Umbricht Builders | 59 | 4.9★ (39) | Crystal Lake, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | A+ Prestige Home Solutions | 59 | 4.6★ (18) | Waukegan, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Rapid One | 58 | 5.0★ (61) | Arlington Heights, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Newnam Restoration Services | 58 | 4.6★ (50) | Crystal Lake, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 648 best general contractors in North Chicago, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Round Lake, 13 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 112 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 112 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 283 W Whispering Oaks Ln, Round Lake, IL 60073
Based in Libertyville, 6 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 181 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 181 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1244 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048
Based in Kenosha, 8 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 57 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Fox Lake, 12 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 93 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 93 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
#6 FIXX
Based in Gurnee, 4 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 172 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 4.9★ from 172 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3608 Grand Ave Unit I, Gurnee, IL 60031
Based in Crystal Lake, 13 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 39 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Waukegan, 5 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2501 Chestnut St, Waukegan, IL 60087
#9 Rapid One
Based in Arlington Heights, 21 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 744 W Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Based in Crystal Lake, 14 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 4.6★ from 50 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Highland Park, 11 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1220 Arbor Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035
#12 Majestic Tiles
Based in Wheeling, 13 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 107 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 107 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 466 Diens Dr, Wheeling, IL 60090
Based in Gurnee, 7 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 98 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.5★ from 98 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1761 N Dilleys Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031
Based in Schaumburg, 21 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 59 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1325 Wiley Rd #139, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Based in Grayslake, 10 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 155 Wicks St, Grayslake, IL 60030
Based in Niles, 21 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 7895 N Nordica Ave, Niles, IL 60714
Based in Northbrook, 12 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 188 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.2★ from 188 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10 AM–8 PM · Sun 11 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 101 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, IL 60062
Based in Fox Lake, 5 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–6 PM · Sun 7 AM–4 PM
#19 Superior Corp.
Based in Elk Grove Village, 22 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 509 Google reviews, the most in North Chicago.
- 4.6★ from 509 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 94 Garlisch Dr, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Based in Crystal Lake, 2 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Libertyville, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 611 S Milwaukee Ave Suite 114, Libertyville, IL 60048
Based in Libertyville, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 209 Peterson Rd, Libertyville, IL 60048
Based in Wheeling, 13 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 540 Allendale Dr Ste 210, Wheeling, IL 60090
Based in Lake Bluff, 4 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 11 N Skokie Hwy, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
#25 Deeproot Gardens
Based in Waukegan, 1 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1020 Elizabeth Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
General contractors ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 648 ranked general contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving North Chicago
20 more general contractors within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alebrije home improvement LLC | In North Chicago | |
| Bashert Contractors | 3.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Berliant Builders Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| CNM Development and Beach Comber | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Coolidge Commercial Heat & Air Conditioning | In North Chicago | |
| J & J Construction | 5.0★ (1) | In North Chicago |
| J&B Ejecutive landscaping | In North Chicago | |
| J&J Homes | 5.0★ (1) | In North Chicago |
| JNL Home Services, LLC. | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Joseph Miceli & Sons LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In North Chicago |
| KR Exterior | In North Chicago | |
| Kynard Construction | 4.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Lake County Home Repair | 5.0★ (1) | In North Chicago |
| Olaruconstruction & Remodeling | 5.0★ (2) | 1 mi |
| Riley Construction | 3.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| RosaS & Sons | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Stuckey Construction Co Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Three Handy Guys | 3.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Wilson Railing & Metal Fabricating | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Zuniga Lawn Service, Inc. | In North Chicago |
How much do general contractors cost in North Chicago?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Illinois with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $13,850 | $25,610 | $39,490 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $6,340 | $11,580 | $16,830 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked North Chicago general contractors
We scored 648 North Chicago general contractors on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In North Chicago data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
General contractors in North Chicago: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in North Chicago?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in North Chicago, IL is Seawalls by Shoreline Armor LLC with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Modern Builders and Design (#2) and LandMark Exteriors (#3) follow. We ranked 648 general contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in North Chicago?
ContractorsRanked ranks 648 general contractors serving North Chicago, IL. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which general contractors in North Chicago are open 24/7?
52 ranked general contractors in North Chicago post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Seawalls by Shoreline Armor LLC (#1), Caponi Chimney (#4) and Umbricht Builders (#7). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in North Chicago work on weekends?
282 of 648 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 104 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Seawalls by Shoreline Armor LLC (#1), Modern Builders and Design (#2) and LandMark Exteriors (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does kitchen remodel cost in North Chicago?
Kitchen remodel typically costs $13,850 to $39,490, with $25,610 typical (Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Illinois. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do North Chicago general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 648 rated general contractors in North Chicago is 4.9★, with a median of 8 reviews. Superior Corp. has the most, 509 reviews, and ranks #19. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank general contractors?
Each general contractor gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do general contractors outside North Chicago count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the North Chicago city center, our service radius for general contractors. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for North Chicago
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 648 general contractors serving North Chicago.
- October 2026: 8 duplicate listings merged.
More general contractors and North Chicago pages
General contractors near North Chicago
- General contractors in Waukegan, IL557 ranked
- General contractors in Park City, IL618 ranked
- General contractors in Lake Bluff, IL830 ranked
- General contractors in Gurnee, IL577 ranked
- General contractors in Lake Forest, IL898 ranked
- General contractors in Libertyville, IL860 ranked
- General contractors in Beach Park, IL437 ranked
- General contractors in Gages Lake, IL616 ranked
- General contractors in Zion, IL386 ranked
- General contractors in Grandwood Park, IL526 ranked
Other trades in North Chicago
- Roofers in North Chicago1603 ranked
- Plumbers in North Chicago505 ranked
- Electricians in North Chicago429 ranked
- HVAC contractors in North Chicago684 ranked
- Painters in North Chicago213 ranked
- Landscapers in North Chicago225 ranked
- Handymen in North Chicago90 ranked
- Kitchen remodelers in North Chicago537 ranked
- Bathroom remodelers in North Chicago564 ranked
- Flooring contractors in North Chicago405 ranked
- Tile installers in North Chicago65 ranked
- Drywall contractors in North Chicago20 ranked
- Concrete contractors in North Chicago216 ranked
- Fence contractors in North Chicago124 ranked
- Deck builders in North Chicago213 ranked
- Siding contractors in North Chicago798 ranked
- Window installers in North Chicago793 ranked
- Gutter installers in North Chicago235 ranked
- Insulation contractors in North Chicago73 ranked
- Solar installers in North Chicago108 ranked
- Garage door repair companies in North Chicago151 ranked
- Foundation repair companies in North Chicago174 ranked
- Tree services in North Chicago207 ranked
- Masonry contractors in North Chicago300 ranked
- Water damage restoration companies in North Chicago799 ranked
- Home builders in North Chicago467 ranked
- Demolition contractors in North Chicago69 ranked
- All contractors in North Chicago