General Contractor in Uptown, Chicago
Maya Construction Group is a licensed Chicago general contractor (#TCG039361) providing execution-focused home, loft, and condo remodeling in Uptown since 1998. We specialize in the structural renovation, landmark permit management, and system modernization of historic courtyard buildings, vintage greystones, and high-rise condominiums near the Uptown Square Historic District and Montrose Beach.
Uptown Kitchens
Licensed kitchen construction focusing on open-concept structural conversions in pre-war courtyard buildings and greystones. We handle load-bearing wall removals, engineered steel I-beam installations, and 200-amp electrical upgrades to support high-end modern layouts while respecting original architectural features.
Kitchen remodeling Spa-Like Bath Rehabs
Specialized "studs-up" bathroom gut-rehabs in classic Uptown properties. We manage galvanized/cast-iron plumbing replacement, code-compliant exterior ventilation routing, advanced waterproofing, and luxury walk-in shower conversions.
Bathroom remodeling Whole-Home Gut Rehabs
Comprehensive interior gut-rehabilitations of historic single-family homes, row houses, and two-flats. Our teams execute full "to-the-studs" updates, knob-and-tube rewiring, structural floor leveling, and old-growth pine subfloor reinforcement.
Home renovations Structural Extensions
Licensed execution of rear extensions and second-story additions. We coordinate structural engineering, zoning compliance, and foundation work to add functional square footage while matching the historic brick and terra cotta facades of Uptown.
Home additions Condo & HOA Specialist
Full-service management of HOA Alteration Agreements, contractor pre-approvals, and freight elevator staging. We coordinate strict 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM quiet hours and install comprehensive common-area dust protection.
Condo remodeling Solving Construction Challenges in Uptown’s Historic Building Stock
| Property Type | Common Remodeling Challenge | Maya’s Construction Solution |
| Vintage Courtyard Condos | Compartmentalized floor plans, shared plumbing stacks, and strict board regulations | Executing non-invasive layout open-ups, implementing robust unit-to-unit soundproofing, and coordinating HOA Alteration Agreements. |
| Historic Greystones & Victorians | Undersized electrical services, deteriorated framing, and pre-war lead service lines | Upgrading service panels to 200-amps, sistering compromised floor joists, and completing full-line lead pipe replacement |
| Uptown Square Landmark Properties | Strict historic preservation rules for street-facing exteriors | Coordinating directly with the Commission on Chicago Landmarks to ensure window and facade work matches original profiles. |
North Side Chicago Construction Coverage
Neighboring service areas: Andersonville | Edgewater | Lincoln Square
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