Top 9 Framing Contractors in Downers Grove, IL
Top questions to ask before hiring a framing contractor
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Recent reviews for Downers Grove Framing Contractors
Julio and his team should be avoided. They damaged my home both inside and out, took money from insurance for work they did not complete, and still have not finished the job they were paid for over two months ago.
I hired Mr Ignacio Camacho to preform work at my home. We had a contract and he requested a hefty deposit for labor and materials. I paid it. He preformed one day of work, that ultimately resulted in a fire in my home. He signed a letter saying he would r...
Everything You Need to Know About Downers Grove Framing Contractors
Who should I hire if I need Framing Services in Downers Grove?
Right now there are about 5 companies in and around Downers Grove ready to help you with your framing services project.
Below we've listed a few of the top Framing Contractors on Porch:
- DREAM SCAPES INC
- Personal Preference Inc.
- Lavok
How does invoicing/payment work for most Framing Contractor projects in Downers Grove?
Every project differs, but you should ask any framing contractor for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any framing services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for framing contractors to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your framing contractor project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the framing contractor to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Framing Contractor in Downers Grove has finished working?
Every framing services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any framing services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with framing services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the framing contractor to describe what they did. Whether your framing services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your framing services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the framing contractor do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
Latest projects near Downers Grove
Within a month
Replace staircase
Outdoors
Metal
Metal
Yes
Metal
No
I'm flexible
Replace staircase
Outdoors
Wood
I haven't decided
I'm still deciding
No
I'm flexible
Repair staircase
Unstable stairs, The staircase railing is moving both upper and lower side. The part attached to the wall is moving as well.
Structural issue
Wood
No
No
Within a month
Replace staircase
Both
Wood
Wood
Hardwood, Paint
Yes
Wood
No
I'm flexible
Replace staircase
Indoors
Wood
I haven't decided
I haven't decided
Wood
No
I'm flexible
Replace staircase
Outdoors
Wood
I haven't decided
I'm still deciding
No
Within a month
Build new staircase
Indoors
I haven't decided
Non-slip
I haven't decided
Yes
No
I'm flexible
Build new staircase
Indoors
Wood
I haven't decided
Wood
I haven't decided
No
I'm flexible
new railing for outside porch preferrably metal.
Outside
Metal
No