Truly exceptional, above and beyond: excellent communication, workmanship, and timeliness. A…read moretotally different dynamic than the typical contractor experience. Derrick helped me navigate a very challenging situation to rebuild the entire back wall of my home and attached deck due to water damage. Scope: New insulation, plywood sheathing, composite siding, soffit, and fascia for back wall. Replaced rim joist, headers, and other structural wood as needed from water damage. Re-installed windows and sliding glass door incorrectly installed by previous contractor. Rebuilt pressure treated wood deck with improved layout. Derrick's attention to detail and pride in his work translated to a solution that addressed all of my goals and helped me understand mistakes made by previous contractors. He spent hours reviewing options and brainstorming with me as more damage was uncovered and the scope had to expand as we went. Overall, could not be happier with my experience and would highly recommend.

Derrick and his crew were great!! They did an outstanding job, they were prompt and…read moreprofessional,work was done in an organized manner were neat, clean were prompt, work was done in a focused manner, they were on-site working even during a snow storm

Mike did an excellent job repairing our 6' wood fence and gate. His price was very reasonable and…read moreMike not only did a super competent job but cleaned up the job site and left our yard in better shape than when he started! I really couldn't be more pleased!

Mike worked on our deck and fence for repairing woods, power wash, and stain. He works fast and is…read morevery professional and good at his work. His price quote is very reasonable and his response is very quick. I am very satisfied with this project and highly recommend him. I would like to contact him again when I need home repairs. Thank you, Mike!

Misha was wonderful from start to finish. He is kind and courteous and a pleasure to work with…read more He repaired and stained our old deck. He took great care, was conscientious and did a great job for a fair price. I will be recommending him to friends for any type of job. Thank you M&I Independence! I look forward to working with you again.

I am writing to provide feedback on our experience with M&I Independence. Since the beginning of…read morethe project, they have very helpful, responsive, and understanding. Overall, they did a great job and we are satisfied with their work. Thank you.

Everything was repaired as expected Totally satisfied with…read moreentire experience Travis was great

This local company replaced three storm/screen doors for me. Their contractor was on time and…read moreworked very hard for seven hours. One of the doors was a challenge because of my 75 year old house and the way the original door was installed. He was patient and did quality work. I really love my new doors. Thank you Repaired and Relieved. And thank you to Nicole who kept me updated before the install.

We are absolutely in love with our new bannister! I messaged here on Yelp and Gabriel responded…read moreright away; came to our house two days later to measure the space and provided a quote that night. His pricing was much more reasonable than other quotes we received. He kept me apprised along the way when he was almost done with iron working the bannister and asked if we wanted powder coating (slightly extra cost) which we did opt in for. The day of install was fast - Gabriel did the install and there was no dust or particles left on our floor after he was done drilling to the ground. The little things like that make a difference to me! Would definitely recommend Gabriel!

Professional, responsive, timely, amazing to work with - what more can you ask for?! I highly…read morerecommend Gabriel who did an amazing job replacing my old, rusty, broken railings with these beauties!

I worked with Corey to replace my wooden deck that had seen better days. He came over to take…read moremeasurements, talk about what I wanted, and within the day gave me options to consider. Seeing both material samples as well as previous projects was super helpful in my decision making process, and I really appreciate Corey's quick response time and friendly demeanor. Daniel and Merrick who did the work were immaculate professionals. They worked quickly and cleanly, and they kept me informed of the progress along the way. I would highly recommend this team if you want a good deck built to last

We love our backyard now. Corey and Tom are the absolute best. Corey called me back immediately to…read morediscuss our project and came by in a very timely manner to take measurements and give us a quote. We had a very large project we were doing and Corey was very accommodating to work around our other contractors. The crew was great, respectful and clean. We had a deck with a pergola built by Corey and Tom. We are so very happy with our deck and pergola. You should look no further. Thank you Corey and Tom

DeckDelta was excellent! They gave us a fast quote at a very reasonable cost and finished our deck…read morewithin a week--even with a slight delay from rain. The work was top-notch and the deck looks good as new. They replaced boards, filled cracks in the wood, and screwed down loose boards before sanding everything. We're very happy with the finished product and would absolutely use them again!

They did a great job Staining, my Deck, professional, and very good work…read moreThey were power wash the deck, then sanded it, and then stained it

Finding a reliable and skilled contractor in Chicago can feel like searching for a needle in a…read morehaystack. Our final project of a full gut renovation of an 1800s structure was a complex deck and patio build. After a full-house renovation on our 1800s home, I can confidently say that Unique Builders, led by Joel, is a true gem. I wish he was our GC from the start of this whole journey. Given zoning, being on a corner lot, previous structures and issues galore presented numerous challenges due to the age and structure of our house. Joel and his team, led by Enrique, not only met these challenges head-on with confidence and experience, but exceeded our expectations in every respect, truly. He's also enjoyable to work with and has a great bedside manner, so to speak. From the initial consult/intro to the final walkthrough, Joel's professionalism and expertise never wavered. He has a rare combination of technical skill, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to quality and value. His team's workmanship was impeccable, and they handled every detail with precision, respect and care. What truly sets Joel apart, however, is his dedication to going the extra mile. He provided invaluable referrals for other trades, seamlessly integrating their work with his own. He also readily accommodated additional requests, from taking care of unrelated roofing issues, changing the spacing of wall boards, moving railing posts, fixing our garage door trim to installing extra electrical outlets. He saw things in the installs that he didn't like and had changed - which I never even noticed (or would have.) Those are just a couple of things that show his flexibility and willingness to do the right thing that is truly exceptional. The custom bridge and deck platform he designed, built (and changed color on!) for our patio area is a testament to his creativity and willingness to go above and beyond. Throughout the project, Joel's guidance, presence, proactivity was comforting and reassuring. He patiently helped us navigate the selection process, offering insightful advice and managing on-site changes with efficiency and grace. He kept us informed every step of the way, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience. In a world where contractors often overpromise and underdeliver and are generally shady, Joel and Unique Builders stand out as a beacon of integrity and excellence. I fully trust him and his crews, never once questioned what they were doing or how they were doing it. After suffering several bad GCs and contractors in this journey - I wholeheartedly recommend them without reservation. If you're looking for a contractor you can trust to deliver exceptional results, look no further. Our only regret is not having found Joel sooner.

Great communication with Joel and his team. Timely starts each day and a beautiful result. Very…read morehappy to recommend them for your build project.