The first step is a free consultation — we offer in-person, phone or Google Meet. We use that conversation to understand your project goals, your timeline, and your investment range. From there, we can share ranges from comparable projects we’ve completed and give you a clear picture of what working with us looks like.
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It respects your time and ours. Not every project is the right fit for our process, and not every homeowner is looking for what we offer. A 30-minute call lets us figure that out before anyone drives across town. If we’re aligned on scope, process, and investment range, the on-site visit becomes a much more productive conversation.
We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and outdoor living spaces in the Rockford and Lake Geneva area. Our process is built for projects where design and quality matter — full design-build remodels where the homeowner wants to get it right, not just get it done.
We’re not the right fit for quick turnaround jobs, cosmetic refreshes, or projects where the primary goal is the lowest possible price. If that’s what you need, we’re happy to point you in the right direction.
It depends on the project type, your local market, and the quality of the work. The Cost v. Value report is a useful starting point for understanding typical ROI by project category.
That said, resale value is only part of the picture. Most of our clients are investing in a home they plan to live in for years. A kitchen or addition that works well for your family and reflects how you actually live has real value that doesn’t show up in an appraisal.
Our projects typically start at $70,000. Below that threshold, a traditional contractor or handyman can usually serve you better and more cost-effectively than our process allows. We’d rather tell you that upfront than take on a project that isn’t a great fit for either of us.
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Our projects typically fall in these ranges, based on completed Macktown work in this market:
These are starting points, not fixed prices. Your final investment depends on scope, material selections, and what the design phase uncovers about your specific space.
If those ranges feel significantly out of reach, we’re probably not the right fit — and that’s okay. Our process is built for homeowners who are ready to invest in doing it right. If you’re early in your research and want a more detailed breakdown before reaching out, our Investment Guide and Project Calculator are good places to start.
Because the process is different. Most contractors give you a price before the design exists, which means they’re estimating with assumptions — and you pay for those assumptions later through change orders, material allowances, and scope surprises.
Our price includes a full design phase, access to our design showroom for material selections, a dedicated project manager, a real-time project management system, and a fixed-price build contract before construction starts. You know the number before anything gets built.
That clarity costs something upfront. It saves considerably more on the back end.
After your initial consultation, if you decide to move forward, the next step is our Design Agreement — a paid agreement that kicks off the design phase of your project.
The design deposit covers the labor involved in producing your full project design: meetings with our sales, design, estimating, and production teams; material selection sessions; trade partner consultations for accurate subcontractor pricing; and 3D renderings of your space. The design phase typically takes 4 to 12 weeks depending on project scope and how quick you are to make decisions on materials.
At the end of the design phase, you receive a fixed-price Build Contract with no hidden costs. You know exactly what your project will cost before construction begins.
Most clients fund their projects through cash savings, a home equity loan (HELOC), or a personal loan. We’re happy to discuss payment options during your consultation and help you think through what makes sense for your situation.
We design every detail before we build anything. That’s not a tagline — it’s the structure of our entire process. Every client goes through a full design phase where scope, materials, and pricing are locked in before a single wall comes down. That’s how we prevent the change orders, allowance surprises, and scope drift that derail most remodeling projects.
Construction timelines vary based on project scope, material lead times, and trade partner schedules. As a general guide: smaller projects typically run 2 to 8 weeks in construction, while larger remodels and additions can take 3 to 6 months or more.
Your project manager will give you a realistic schedule before construction begins and keep you updated in real time through our project management system throughout the build.
It depends on the project and your comfort level. Some homeowners stay and set up a temporary kitchen or living space. Others prefer to stay with family or rent short-term while we work. We’ll talk through your situation during the design phase and plan the construction sequence to minimize disruption as much as possible.
Yes. We carry full workers’ compensation and liability insurance, and we provide a certificate of insurance before starting any project. This matters more than most homeowners realize — without proper contractor coverage, you could be held responsible for injuries or property damage that occur during construction, even on your own home. Always verify insurance before signing with any contractor.
Yes. We provide manufacturer warranties on all products and a 2-year warranty on our workmanship. Full warranty terms are included in your Build Contract.
Scheduling a consultation is the fastest way to get real answers for your specific project.