General Contractor in Skokie, IL

Name: Maya Construction Group
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Maya Construction Group is a fully licensed and bonded general contractor providing reliable home remodeling in Skokie since 1998. We specialize in handling the construction work, building permits, and complete updates for mid-century brick ranches, multi-level split-homes, and classic single-family houses near Dempster Street, Skokie Boulevard, Touhy Avenue, and the Old Orchard residential areas.

Complete Kitchen Remodeling & Updates

We tear old, outdated kitchens down to the bare wood studs. Our team fixes unlevel floors, replaces old plumbing and electrical lines, and preps the entire space perfectly for your new custom cabinets, large islands, and modern appliances.

Kitchen remodeling

Modern Bathroom Remodeling & Luxury Showers

Turning old, cramped bathrooms into comfortable, modern spaces. We install advanced waterproofing systems, fix old leaky pipes, and execute flawless tile work for walk-in showers, double vanities, and soaking tubs.

Bathroom remodeling

Basement Finishing & Water Solutions

Turn your dark lower level into a bright family room, home office, or guest bedroom. We fix minor foundation cracks, install modern sump pumps, handle overhead sewer updates, and put up water-protected walls and floors.

Basement remodeling

Home Additions & Attics

Need more square footage for a growing family? We build seamless rear extensions and attic room expansions. Our crew manages the full construction process, from pouring new foundations to framing walls and tying in the roofline.

Home additions

Opening Up Living Spaces & Structural Wall Removals

Tired of a dark, cramped main floor? We safely remove load-bearing walls between your kitchen, dining room, and living room. Our team installs heavy structural beams to create a wide-open floor plan while keeping your house completely safe and solid.

Home renovations

Common Skokie Home Problems & How We Fix Them

House Style in Skokie	Common Problem Homeowners Face	How Maya Fixes It
Mid-Century Brick Ranches	Boxed-in kitchens that are completely cut off from the main living and dining rooms.	We remove dividing walls and install hidden steel support headers to create a seamless open floor plan.
Multi-Level Split-Homes	Low water pressure in upper bathrooms and old electrical panels that flip breakers constantly.	We run completely new copper plumbing lines to maximize water pressure and install full 200-amp electrical panel upgrades.
Classic Cape Cods & Bungalows	Large, wasted attic spaces that get freezing cold in the winter and scorching hot in the summer.	We structurally reinforce the floor framing, build out comfortable code-compliant stairs, and install proper weather insulation.

Skokie Remodeling Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit from the Village of Skokie for my home remodel?

Yes, you will need a building permit from the Village of Skokie for any major remodeling work. This includes taking down walls, changing electrical wiring, moving plumbing lines, or building an addition.

Maya Construction Group takes care of the entire paperwork and blueprint submission process for you, managing the village review so your project stays completely code-compliant.

How much does it cost to open up a wall or remodel a home in Skokie?

Every home is different, but a complete kitchen or bathroom renovation that involves updating old utilities and tearing out walls typically ranges from $30,000 to $100,000, depending on your choice of materials.

Large-scale structural projects, like building a new room addition or a full home layout overhaul, generally range from $120,000 to $450,000+ based on the size and structural scope.

How do you handle old pipes and wiring during a Skokie house renovation?

When we gut a kitchen or bathroom in an older Skokie home, we completely remove the outdated galvanized water pipes and old wiring back to the main source.

We replace them with modern, code-compliant PEX or copper plumbing lines and run new electrical circuits to ensure your home can safely handle modern high-capacity appliances without any issues.

Local Chicagoland Service Coverage

Neighboring service areas: Lincolnwood | Evanston | Glenview | Wilmette

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