Rodney's Roofing & Home Remodeling takes on general home remodeling in Chicago alongside its roofing work. Remodeling means changing or renewing the inside of a house: the walls, ceilings and floors, and the rooms they make. Call (773) 676-3830 and describe the job.
What kind of remodeling the business takes on
The business describes its work as residential roofing, general home remodeling and related construction services. It does not publish a fixed menu of remodeling jobs. The quickest way to find out whether yours fits is to call (773) 676-3830 and describe it.
Having these ready makes that call shorter.
- Which room or rooms, and roughly how big they are.
- What you want changed, in plain words. Photos help.
- How old the house is, and whether the walls are plaster or drywall if you know.
- When you would like the work done.
The order a remodel happens in
Remodeling runs in a fixed order, and skipping ahead means doing work twice. The picture with this story shows one wall going through it.
- Demolition takes the room back to what is being kept.
- Framing goes up or gets repaired: studs, plates and the openings for doors and windows.
- Wiring, plumbing and ductwork are run through the open walls.
- Insulation goes between the studs.
- Drywall is hung, screwed off, taped and finished with joint compound.
- Primer and paint go on, then trim, doors and baseboard.
- Flooring and fixtures go in last, so nothing gets dropped on them.
In Chicago, electrical and plumbing work is done by licensed electricians and plumbers. Ask how those parts of your job will be handled.
Fix the roof before the rooms
If a room sits under a leak, fix the roof first. New drywall and paint under a leaking roof will stain again with the next heavy rain. This business does both kinds of work, so you can ask about the roof and the room below it in the same call. Start with roof repair in Chicago.
What old Chicago houses hide in the walls
Many houses on the West Side are around a hundred years old, and opening a wall in one can change the job.
- Plaster on wood lath, which is thicker and heavier than drywall and comes down as rubble.
- Framing that has settled, so walls and floors are no longer straight or level.
- Old wiring or plumbing that has to be dealt with before the wall is closed again.
- Earlier repairs, done to no particular standard.
A good quote says what happens, and what it costs, if the wall holds a surprise.
What changes the price of a remodel
This site prints no remodeling prices, because the same room can cost very different amounts depending on what is behind the walls and what goes back in.
- The size of the space.
- How much is torn out and how much is kept.
- Whether plumbing, wiring or walls are moved.
- The finishes you choose.
- What the walls reveal once they are open.
Ask for a written quote that lists what is included.
Home remodeling questions
Do I need a permit to remodel in Chicago?
It depends on the work. Painting, flooring and similar surface work usually do not need one. Moving walls, plumbing or wiring usually does. The Chicago Department of Buildings decides, so check before work starts.
Should I fix my roof before remodeling?
Yes, if the roof leaks. Water will ruin new drywall, paint and flooring. Repair or replace the roof first, then finish the rooms under it.
Can I stay in the house during a remodel?
For a single room, usually yes. Expect dust and noise, and expect to lose the use of that room for a while. Jobs that take out a kitchen or the only bathroom are harder to live through, so ask about the plan for those.
How do I get a remodeling quote from Rodney's Roofing & Home Remodeling?
Call (773) 676-3830 or send the quote form on this page with a short description of the job and where the house is.