5 Best General Contractor Firms in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

A renovation gone wrong in Chicago usually traces back to picking a contractor on price alone, and the general contractor firms in Chicago on this page have built their reputations on the opposite approach. Every firm here carries a rating of 4.4 or higher, and reviewers across all of them repeatedly credit a specific owner or project manager by name for keeping the job on schedule.

Short answer: The highest-rated general contractor in Chicago is Buildmax Design & Construction (a perfect 5.0 across 70 Google reviews), followed by Chicago Grace Construction (4.8, 78 reviews) and ATB Development (4.8, 63 reviews). Get at least two written quotes before committing to a larger renovation.

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How Chicago's Top General Contractors Compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Buildmax Design & Construction Inc - Masonry Contractors Chicago	5.0 ★	70	Masonry, kitchens and design-build	View ›
2	Chicago Grace Construction	4.8 ★	78	Roofing and storm damage	View ›
3	Big City Construction Inc.	4.4 ★	100	Insurance-claim roofing jobs	View ›
4	ATB Development Inc	4.8 ★	63	Kitchen and bathroom remodels	View ›
5	Keenahm Construction Inc.	4.7 ★	35	Custom carpentry and multi-phase projects	View ›

5 Best General Contractor Firms in Chicago (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Buildmax Design & Construction Inc - Masonry Contractors Chicago

5.070 Google reviews

Buildmax Design & Construction is a Chicago design-build firm with over 20 years of experience, specializing in masonry, tuck-pointing and concrete restoration alongside full interior remodeling and new construction. The company handles everything from schematic design and permits through structural basement work and kitchen and bathroom remodels. It is led by Jakub, named individually by reviewers across multiple different project types.

What people praise

Perfect 5.0 rating across 70 reviews, all five-star
Handles both structural masonry and full interior renovations under one roof
Reviewers describe pricing as competitive against other bids
Praised for creative on-site problem-solving during complex projects

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than firms with a longer online history

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating5 / 5

Review volume70 · 87th

Confidenceearly

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

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Our take: The highest-rated firm on this list, with a genuine range from masonry restoration to full kitchen builds. A strong first call for a design-build project that needs both structural and finish work.

Website +1773-501-4107 Directions

1200 N Ashland Ave #406, Chicago, IL 60622

#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Chicago Grace Construction

4.878 Google reviews

Chicago Grace Construction is a roofing-focused contractor that also handles masonry, siding and pressure washing, led by owner Niko. The company uses drone assessments to evaluate roof damage before quoting, and reviewers describe fast turnaround from inquiry to completed repair, sometimes within days. It also takes on fencing and general home maintenance projects for repeat clients.

What people praise

Rated 4.8 across 78 reviews
Drone-based roof inspections reviewers call out as a useful, transparent step
Fast turnaround, including same-week emergency tarping and repairs
Niko personally credited across multiple reviews for communication

Worth knowing

Best suited to roofing, masonry and exterior work rather than interior remodels

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume78 · 92nd

Confidenceearly

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: The pick if your project is roofing, storm damage or exterior work rather than an interior remodel. Reviewers consistently point to fast response and clear communication as the reason they'd call again.

Website +1708-639-5457 Directions

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Big City Construction Inc.

4.4100 Google reviews

Big City Construction has served the Chicagoland area since 1990, working across roofing, gutters, siding and masonry, with staff who help clients navigate insurance claims for storm damage. Reviewers describe project managers handling the entire insurance process from assessment through completion. The company has the longest operating history of the firms on this page.

What people praise

Nearly 30 years in business, referenced directly by multiple reviewers
Staff assist directly with home insurance claims for storm damage
Crews described as professional and efficient on larger jobs like full roof replacements
Competitive pricing noted on multi-unit masonry work

Worth knowing

One reviewer, a neighboring property owner rather than a client, reported a slow response to a site-conduct complaint

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume100 · 97th

Confidenceearly

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown85% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A long-established option with real insurance-claim experience, useful if your project follows storm damage. Confirm site-conduct expectations upfront if you have close neighbors.

Website +1312-421-4447 Directions

1925 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60622

#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

ATB Development Inc

4.863 Google reviews

ATB Development is a Chicago general contractor specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, led by owner James. Reviewers describe full renovations completed on time and, in some cases, under budget, which allowed for higher-end finishes than originally planned. The firm has built a base of repeat clients who call it back for successive projects.

What people praise

Rated 4.8 across 63 reviews
Reviewers repeatedly note projects finishing on time or under budget
James credited personally for professionalism and responsiveness
Strong repeat-client base referenced across multiple reviews

Worth knowing

Review history runs older on average than some other firms on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume63 · 82nd

Confidenceearly

Recency3 years ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid choice specifically for kitchen and bathroom remodels, with a track record of finishing on budget. Worth a call if your project is a focused interior renovation rather than exterior work.

Website +1773-593-4247 Directions

122 S Michigan Ave suit 1390, Chicago, IL 60603

#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Keenahm Construction Inc.

4.735 Google reviews

Keenahm Construction is a downtown Chicago general contractor handling a wide range of work, from custom carpentry and wrapped doors to bathroom remodeling, fencing and full home renovations. Reviewers describe working with the company across multiple project phases over time, returning for follow-up work after an initial job. It is led by Derrick, named individually in the majority of reviews.

What people praise

Rated 4.7 across 35 reviews
Reviewers describe genuine skill across varied trades, from carpentry to electrical
Clients repeatedly return for multi-phase projects
Creative, custom solutions noted for non-standard spaces like loft condos

Worth knowing

One detailed review flags inconsistent day-to-day communication and incomplete cleanup on a past project
Smallest review base on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume35 · 71st

Confidenceearly

Recency5 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A capable, versatile contractor for custom or multi-phase work, though set clear expectations on daily communication and cleanup upfront based on past feedback.

Website +1844-533-6246 Directions

401 N Michigan Ave #1200, Chicago, IL 60611

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of the date shown. Rating is each firm’s live Google star average. Review volume measures how many customers rated them, compared against other Chicago general contractors. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a rating from dozens of reviews carries less weight than one from hundreds, which is reflected in these firms’ confidence scores. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a general contractor cost in Chicago? (2026)

None of the firms on this page publish fixed pricing, since general contracting costs depend heavily on project scope, materials and permits. Get a detailed written quote from at least two contractors before committing.

Serving all of Chicago

These general contractors work across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, from Wicker Park and River North to the broader Chicagoland area. Searching for a general contractor near me? Every listing below has a live phone number and directions to the office.

What to ask before you hire a general contractor

Are you licensed, bonded, and insured in Illinois?
Will you provide a detailed written quote broken down by phase or trade?
Who will be my main point of contact during the project?
Do you handle permits and inspections, or is that on me?
What is your typical timeline for a project of this size?
Will you help coordinate an insurance claim if this is storm-damage related?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these general contractors?

We started from general contractor firms in Chicago with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which of these contractors handles roofing and storm damage?

Chicago Grace Construction and Big City Construction both specialize in roofing, including drone-based damage assessments and, in Big City’s case, direct help navigating insurance claims.

Which contractor is best for a kitchen or bathroom remodel?

ATB Development and Buildmax Design & Construction both have a strong track record on kitchen and bathroom projects, with reviewers noting on-time, on-budget completions.

The bottom line

Buildmax Design & Construction is the safe default on its perfect rating and range of structural and finish work, while ATB Development is the pick for a focused kitchen or bathroom remodel. Get a detailed written quote from at least two firms before you sign anything.

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