Custom Home Remodeling Services by Pickell Builders

Pickell Builders delivers custom home remodeling services across Chicagoland and beyond. We handle everything from kitchen and bathroom remodels to whole-home renovations and custom homes. Our award-winning team guides you from the first call to the final walkthrough. 

Our Home Remodeling and Architecture Services

Pickell Builders offers a full range of services designed to improve how your home looks, functions, and feels. Whether you are updating a single room or transforming your entire home, every project is built to the same standard.

Kitchen Remodeling

We perform kitchen remodeling for better flow, smarter storage, and finishes that reflect how your family lives.

Bathroom Remodeling

We transform bathrooms of every size into spaces that feel intentional and completely yours. 

Whole-House Remodeling

When your home’s layout no longer fits your family, a whole-house remodel lets us rethink flow, function, and feel. This is where our full-service model and design expertise truly shine.

Home Additions

Love your neighborhood but need more space? An addition is often smarter than moving. We design and build additions that connect seamlessly to your existing structure, both architecturally and aesthetically.

Lower Level Finishing

We turn lower levels into functional living spaces, home offices, and entertainment rooms. Every finished lower level meets the same quality standard as the floors above.

Architecture and Custom Homes

Our architecture team handles every aspect of custom home design and construction, including building on your own lot. We blend current trends with timeless quality in every plan we produce.

Carpentry and Home Maintenance

Our carpentry and home maintenance services keep your home performing beautifully long after the major project is complete.

What Makes Pickell Builders Different from Other Custom Home Remodeling Firms

Choosing the right remodeling firm matters as much as choosing the right design. Here is what sets Pickell Builders apart from other contractors in the Chicago area.

Decades of Experience

Pickell Builders has been delivering custom home remodeling services across the Chicago area since the 1970s. That depth of experience means faster problem-solving, smarter planning, and a smoother process for you.

Award-Winning Craftsmanship

Every detail is chosen with your lifestyle and your home’s character in mind. Pickell Builders has earned recognition. The result is a finished space that is functional, beautiful, and built to last.

One Accountable Team

We are a family-owned and operated firm, founded by Orren Pickell in 1975 and currently led by President Lisa Pickell. We carry comprehensive insurance and back all labor with a written warranty.

Our Custom Home Remodeling Process

 

Starting a remodel is easier when you know what to expect. We follow a clear four-step process that keeps you informed at every stage.

Step 1: Free In-Home Consultation

We visit your space, listen to your goals, and assess what is possible. No obligation required.

Step 2: Custom Design and Proposal

We develop a detailed plan tailored to your goals. You will know exactly what to expect before work begins.

Step 3: Expert Construction

Our in-house team manages the build with minimal disruption to your daily routine. You receive clear milestone updates throughout.

Step 4: Final Walkthrough and Written Warranty

We walk through every detail at project completion. Labor is backed by a written warranty, and manufacturer warranties on materials pass directly to you.

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.

Remodeling Investment: What to Expect

Every project is quoted individually based on scope, materials, and site conditions. You receive a detailed, itemized proposal so you know what each element costs before work begins.

Factor	What It Covers
Project scope	Square footage and overall complexity
Material grade	Finish selections and fixture tiers
Structural work	Changes that require permits or engineering
Site conditions	Factors discovered during the initial assessment

We are happy to discuss phased approaches for homeowners who want to spread a larger project over time.

Serving Chicagoland and Beyond

Pickell Builders is rooted in the communities we serve. We know the local permit offices, the architectural character of these neighborhoods, and the climate conditions that shape how homes are built here.

Region	Communities
Chicago and North Shore	Chicago, Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Northbrook, Glenview
Western Suburbs	Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Naperville, Riverside, Western Springs
Northwest Suburbs	Barrington, Libertyville, Lincolnshire, Long Grove, Deerfield, Bannockburn
Southern Wisconsin	Fontana, Lake Geneva, Williams Bay
Harbor Country, Michigan	New Buffalo, Three Oaks, Union Pier

The Team That Stays With You From First Call to Final Walkthrough

Many remodeling firms rely on subcontractors you have never met. They hand you off between departments or disappear after the job is done. Pickell Builders was built differently.

Since 1975, we have operated as a single, integrated team, with architecture, design, construction, and maintenance all under one roof. That structure eliminates the coordination problems that cause delays and unwanted surprises.

Every project includes:

• Written warranty: Covers all labor from start to finish
• Dedicated team: The same people stay with you from the first conversation to the final walkthrough

We do not consider a job finished until you are completely satisfied. That is why so many of our clients return for their next project and refer their neighbors to us. Visit our custom home builder or call 847-572-5200 to schedule your free in-home consultation. If you want to know what separates a professional remodeling firm from the rest, the NARI of Greater Chicagoland certification program is a practical resource for understanding exactly what to look for before hiring anyone.

FAQs About Custom Home Remodeling