From gut rehabs to complete interior overhauls — we transform every room, reconfigure floor plans, and deliver a finished home that matches your vision from top to bottom.
A full home renovation is the most complex and rewarding investment you can make in your property. At Lee & Sam, we specialize in managing every moving part — from the first demolition day to the final punch list — under one licensed roof.
Our team brings 25+ years of construction expertise to every full home project. We coordinate all trades, manage city permits, and provide weekly photo updates so you always know exactly where your project stands.
Serving Lincoln Park, Logan Square, Wicker Park, Lakeview, Hyde Park and all of Chicagoland.
We remove walls, reconfigure layouts, and restructure your home's flow — all with proper structural engineering and city-approved permits.
Complete kitchen and bathroom transformations included — cabinets, countertops, plumbing, tile, lighting, and all fixtures coordinated seamlessly.
Full rewiring, panel upgrades, recessed lighting, and smart home rough-ins handled by licensed electricians as part of your renovation scope.
Relocations, new rough-ins, fixture upgrades, and water heater replacements managed by licensed plumbers fully integrated into the project timeline.
Hardwood, LVP, tile, and carpet installed throughout your home — subfloor prep, transitions, and finishing all included.
We handle all City of Chicago permitting, inspection scheduling, and sign-off coordination — including zoning, structural, electrical, and plumbing permits.
We walk every room, document existing conditions, and develop a master scope covering all trades, materials, and a realistic phase-by-phase timeline.
You receive detailed drawings, material selections, and fixture allowances. We submit all permit applications and handle city coordination before any work begins.
Our crew manages demo, structural work, rough-ins, and all finish trades in the correct sequence — minimizing delays and keeping your project moving.
We inspect every room, system, and finish together. Punch list items are resolved before final payment. We don't close out until you're fully satisfied.
Have more questions? We're happy to walk through your full project in detail.
Call Us Now3–6 months is typical for a comprehensive whole-home renovation, depending on scope, permit timelines, and material lead times. Larger or more complex projects may run longer.
In most cases, no — a full gut rehab requires vacating the property during active construction. We work with you to establish a realistic timeline so you can plan your temporary housing accordingly.
Yes. We manage all City of Chicago permits including zoning, structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical. You never have to deal with the city directly.
Full home renovations in Chicago typically range from $80,000 for a cosmetic overhaul to $300,000+ for a complete gut rehab with high-end finishes. We provide detailed line-item estimates so you know exactly what you're getting.
Yes — we work with Hearth financing to offer clients flexible payment options. Ask us about pre-qualification during your consultation.
Have more questions? We're happy to talk through your project in detail.
Call Us NowMost kitchen remodels take 4–8 weeks from demo to final walkthrough, depending on scope, custom cabinetry lead times, and permitting timelines.
Yes — most clients stay in their homes. We set up a temporary kitchen area, maintain a clean job site daily, and schedule noisy work during reasonable hours.
Yes. We handle all City of Chicago permitting, inspections, and coordination. You never have to deal with the city directly.
Kitchen remodels in Chicago typically range from $25,000 for a basic refresh to $100,000+ for a full gut rehab with high-end finishes. We provide detailed estimates so you know exactly what you're getting.
Yes — we work with Hearth financing to offer clients flexible payment options. Ask us about pre-qualification during your consultation.
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