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Home Remodeling in Barrington, IL

KITCHEN AND WHOLE-HOME REMODELS FOR BARRINGTON'S HISTORIC AND ESTATE HOMES

Vintage Tudors deserve better than a 1980s kitchen renovation

A lot of the homes in the Barrington historic district were built in the 1920s and 1930s. Tudors, English-style cottages, the occasional Arts and Crafts bungalow. They were renovated once in the 1980s, again in the early 2000s, and now homeowners want what those earlier remodels didn't deliver: a kitchen that respects the original architecture while functioning the way modern families actually use one.

Skor Construction handles those projects. We're a design-build firm based in Palatine, with 15 years of experience working in Barrington, Barrington Hills, North Barrington, and the surrounding villages. We've done kitchen remodels in 1930s Tudors near Cook Street, basement finishes in 1990s custom builds in the Hills, and bathroom renovations in equestrian estates on the west side.

Most Barrington kitchen projects run $70,000 to $200,000 and up. Whole-home remodels run $150,000 to $400,000+. We'll talk real numbers in the first meeting.

Permits in the Village of Barrington and the historic district overlay

The Village of Barrington has two distinct permit tracks. Standard residential work outside the historic district overlay moves through a 4 to 6 week permit cycle. Properties inside the historic district overlay require additional design review through the Village's preservation process, which adds 4 to 8 weeks to pre-construction.

We know which streets fall inside the overlay and which don't. For historic district projects we prep submittals that lead with how the renovation respects the original architecture. For projects in Barrington Hills or the surrounding villages, the timeline is faster but the design standards are still high. Either way we handle the permit submittal, inspections, and Village coordination.

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Kitchen Remodeling in Barrington, IL

A Barrington kitchen remodel usually means one of two projects. In the historic district, it's a sensitive update: keeping the original casework profiles, matching the trim, but installing semi-custom Shaker cabinetry with modern interior hardware, swapping dated counters for quartzite, and integrating a panel-ready appliance suite. The kitchen still reads as 1930s from across the room, but it functions like 2026.

In the Hills and the newer custom subdivisions, the project is more ambitious: removing walls between the kitchen and the dining or family room, expanding the footprint into an old butler's pantry or screened porch, installing fully custom cabinetry with specialty inserts, large quartzite islands with waterfall edges, and high-end appliance integration. Bathrooms, basements, and additions are all part of what we do in Barrington. Whole-home remodels typically run 5 to 9 months.

Kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, and home additions. One team, every step.

Barrington remodeling FAQs

The questions we hear most often from homeowners in Barrington and the surrounding Northwest suburbs and North Shore.

How long does a kitchen remodel in Barrington take?expand_more

A full Barrington kitchen remodel typically runs 10 to 14 weeks of construction. Add 4 to 6 weeks for standard Village permits, 8 to 12 weeks if the property sits inside the historic district overlay. Layout-only refreshes that don't move walls run 6 to 8 weeks of construction.

What does a kitchen remodel in Barrington cost?expand_more

A full Barrington kitchen remodel runs $70,000 to $200,000. Historic district kitchens with sensitive trim and casework matching tend to land at the higher end. Bathrooms run $30,000 to $150,000, basements $55,000 to $250,000, whole-home projects $200,000 to $300,000, and additions $80,000 to $750,000.

Can you work on a home inside the Barrington historic district?expand_more

Yes. We've done multiple projects inside the historic district overlay, including bathroom renovations and a basement remodel in homes near Cook Street. We handle the additional Village preservation review and design to standards that match the original home's architecture.

Do you work in Barrington Hills and North Barrington as well?expand_more

Yes. We work throughout Barrington, Barrington Hills, North Barrington, Lake Barrington, and Tower Lakes. The estate-scale projects in the Hills and Wynstone in North Barrington are some of our largest. We've done a whole-house remodel in North Barrington and a basement remodel in Barrington that ran into seven figures of finished value.

How do you protect the home during a 1930s kitchen renovation?expand_more

Vintage homes need more careful site protection than newer builds. We use heavy floor protection on original hardwood, plastic isolation walls around adjacent rooms, daily HVAC filter changes during demolition, and weekly walkthroughs with the homeowner. Original casework and trim that's not being replaced gets removed, labeled, and stored until reinstallation.

What warranty do you offer on remodeling work?expand_more

1-Year Coverage covers defects in workmanship and materials for interior finishes (paint, drywall, trim, cabinetry, flooring, tile, caulking, sealants), fixtures, doors, and hardware, plus cosmetic work not covered under a longer term.

2-Year Coverage covers defects in workmanship for plumbing systems (supply and waste lines, fixtures, connections), electrical systems (wiring, outlets, switches, and lighting we install), and HVAC modifications or installations we perform.

5-Year Coverage covers defects in workmanship for roof installation and modifications, window and exterior door installation, and siding and exterior cladding systems.

Manufacturer warranties on appliances, fixtures, and materials pass through directly to you.

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Our Design-Build Process

1 | Plan

It starts with a quick discovery call and an in-person visit, where we walk the space, talk through what you want, and pressure-test ideas against your budget. Within about a week, we send a written investment range so you can decide whether to move forward before anyone designs in a vacuum.

2 | Design/Proposal

We move into paid design with our architect and interior design partners, producing real floor plans, 3D renderings, and guided selections for finishes and materials. We coordinate the trades and handle permitting, then close with a detailed, fixed-price construction proposal covering scope, allowances, and schedule.

3 | Build

With your approval, we start construction, led by a dedicated project manager with weekly check-ins, so you always know what's happening and what's next. You leave with a finished space, a written workmanship warranty, and a real human to call if anything needs attention down the road. 

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Remodeling Cost Guide

Our comprehensive cost guide contains real numbers for remodels in the Chicagoland area. Inside, you'll find:

— Remodeling costs for whole home remodels, additions, kitchen remodels, exterior facade and structural updates, bathroom remodels, basement finishing, and remodels

— Commercial property remodeling costs

— Tiered pricing with what's included at each tier

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Where We Work

We've been remodeling homes across Chicago's North Shore and Northwest Suburbs since 2009, and we know these neighborhoods well, from the way local permitting works to the styles of homes that define each community. These are the towns we work in most often, but our service area continues to grow.

If you don't see your town listed, reach out to us anyway, and we'll let you know whether we can help with your project. 

Our Service Area

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What Our Clients Think

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I can’t give Anton and his crew enough stars for the amazing remodel they did on my downtown Palatine condo kitchen. They did excellent work and their communication and work ethic were outstanding. Highly recommend

Sandy Domin

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Our primary bathroom renovation was completed professionally and flawlessly from the initial proposal to the spectacular result. We are extremely happy with Skor Construction, and highly recommend Anton and his team.

Susan Yankee

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Anton and his crew helped us so much. He was so patient and explained fully his designed proposal. Everything went so well and looks gorgeous. Thank you for your time, patience and effort.

Monica Guzman

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The Skor builder team was very responsive and professional. They left the site clean and the work was done on time and with no issues. I will use them in the future for other remodeling projects.

Christopher Kim

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I recently completed a basement renovation with Anton and the team at Skor Construction, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. They were professional, thorough, responsive, and consistently on time. The project involved a challenging layout, but they completely reconfigured and updated the space with skill and attention to detail. I’m thrilled with the outcome and will absolutely turn to Skor Construction for any future home renovation projects.

Lisa Vandesteeg

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Skor Construction is fabulous. I was looking for a general contractor for a home addition and renovations. Anton took the time to keep me posted and respected my time and budget. He conducted a home visit, spending hours talking about options, processes, and what to expect. His knowledge and understanding greatly impressed me. I would recommend Anton and his team 10 out of 10 times.

Rob Schultz

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Tell us about your home and what you want to change. We'll set up a discovery call and an in-person walkthrough so you can see how we work before you commit to anything.

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