There is no better indicator that a project should be at a milestone than an old-fashioned season change. We've been spoiled here in Chicago this fall with 60 degree temperatures and plenty of sunshine. While basking in the sunlight, we were putting up drywall at...
The holiday season is officially here which means Christmas music, ice skating in Millennium Park, and Michael’s Swiss Fondue! Unfortunately, it also means ice cold temperatures. The good news is, weather predictions say that Chicago is in for a mild winter! Don’t put your sandals and...
There are companies out there who really show themselves as a class act by not bad-mouthing their competitors. Integro is not one of those companies. I thought we would be - after this past week, I have changed my mind. We're currently working at The...
According to Crain’s Chicago, private-sector jobs in Chicago have hit their highest levels in 14 years. An influx of tech jobs has helped propel enormous growth over the past decade and dubbed Chicago as “Silicon Prairie.” In addition to this, we’ve been able to see...
Real estate is one of the oldest, safest, and most traditional ways to invest your money. I know what you’re thinking - the housing market crash was only a few years ago. I can’t promise that we won’t see another of its kind; however, investing...
Nobody likes give bad news - hopefully this Infographic helps!...
Construction season is winding down!!!...
If you are new to house rehabilitation or restoration - you’re not alone. The initial question I get all the time is obvious: “What will this cost?” This is a nearly impossible question for any general contractor (GC) to answer immediately. Now, if you are...
This week we have one project in Finish Carpentry where Sebastian is laying a beautiful herringbone tile pattern. I wasn't sure about the tile's wood-like aesthetic but I must say, I'm now a believer...
Renovation vs. Restoration Renovation and restoration - they both begin with “re” and end with “ation,” so they’re basically the same thing, right? Wrong. When it comes to home construction, few people realize there are major differences between the two. Restoration is a much more delicate...