Albany Park
Chicago, Illinois

Yes. Two-flat gut rehabs and two-flat to single-family conversions are common projects in Albany Park. We've completed projects ranging from cosmetic two-flat updates to full gut renovations with new systems, kitchens, bathrooms, and finishes throughout both units. Chicago's ADU ordinance also opens up options for coach house conversions on many Albany Park parcels — we can help evaluate feasibility.

A kitchen renovation in Albany Park takes 6 to 10 weeks from permit issuance to punch list, depending on scope and whether structural or layout changes are involved. Permit lead times from the Chicago Department of Buildings for kitchen renovations with electrical and plumbing work typically run 3 to 6 weeks. Factor that into your total timeline from the start — we manage the permit process and can give you a realistic schedule before work begins.

Most renovation work in Albany Park requires Chicago Department of Buildings permits. A kitchen or bathroom remodel with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work requires a building permit with plan review. Structural work — removing walls, adding windows, modifying the foundation — requires stamped structural drawings. 32 Build manages the full permit process on every project, including application, plan submittal, revision cycles, and all required inspections.

Yes. Basement finishing is one of the most common projects we complete in Albany Park bungalows. A standard basement finish — egress window (if needed), framing, drywall, flooring, lighting, and a bathroom — typically runs $45,000 to $90,000 depending on scope and finishes. We assess the existing foundation, drainage, and mechanical conditions before finalizing scope to avoid surprises.

Look for a contractor with an active City of Chicago General Contractor license, current general liability and workers' compensation insurance, and verifiable references from completed projects in Albany Park or adjacent Northwest Side neighborhoods. Ask specifically about experience with Chicago bungalows and two-flats. 32 Build is licensed and insured in Illinois with 18+ years of Chicago construction experience — we're happy to provide references and proof of insurance on request.

Yes. 32 Build manages the complete Chicago Department of Buildings permit process on every project — applications, plan review coordination, inspection scheduling, and final sign-off. Permitting is included in how we manage every project, not treated as an add-on or the homeowner's responsibility.

A bathroom renovation in Albany Park typically runs $18,000 to $55,000 depending on size, layout changes, and finish level. A hall bath refresh with new tile, vanity, toilet, and fixtures runs $18,000 to $32,000. A primary bath with a custom tile shower, soaking tub, heated floors, and upgraded finishes runs $40,000 to $65,000. We provide detailed written estimates before any work begins.