Home Remodeling in Downers Grove
Downers Grove is one of DuPage County’s most architecturally diverse suburbs. Century-old bungalows sit blocks from brand-new construction, and no two remodeling projects look alike. A 1920s bungalow near the Metra station needs a different approach than a 1990s colonial off Ogden Avenue. Turn Key Designs adapts to each Downers Grove home’s specific conditions, construction history, and untapped potential.
Common Remodeling Projects in Downers Grove
- Kitchen remodeling: opening closed layouts, installing custom cabinetry, upgrading countertops, and modernizing lighting and appliance integration
- Bathroom remodeling: gut renovations, walk-in shower conversions, double vanity installations, and tile work
- Open-concept conversions: removing walls between kitchen, dining, and living areas in Downers Grove’s many closed-plan homes
- Basement finishing: adding recreation rooms, bedrooms, home offices, and full bathrooms
- Flooring: hardwood installation and refinishing, luxury vinyl plank, laminate, and tile throughout
- Room additions and second-story additions for expanding families
- Whole-home phased renovations coordinated as a single managed project
Design-Build Process
Turn Key Designs is a design-build firm, which means our design team and construction crew work together from day one. Our three-phase process starts with a detailed site visit to your Downers Grove home, moves through design and material selection at our Lombard showroom, and finishes with construction managed by a dedicated project manager.
Every decision, from cabinet door style to outlet placement, is made and priced before construction begins. This approach eliminates the change orders, miscommunication, and budget overruns that plague projects where design and construction are handled by separate companies.
Permits in Downers Grove
Downers Grove remodeling projects involving structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work require permits from the Village of Downers Grove Community Development department. We handle all permit applications, coordinate inspections, and ensure code compliance with the Illinois Plumbing Code and locally adopted building codes.
Remodeling Costs
Downers Grove remodeling costs depend on scope and the home’s existing conditions. Bathroom renovations typically run $25,000 to $50,000. Kitchen remodels range from $35,000 to $120,000 depending on layout changes and finish selections. Whole-home projects start around $75,000. Older bungalows requiring electrical panel upgrades or plumbing replacement may add to the scope. See our DuPage County cost guide for detailed ranges.
Why Turn Key
Our design-build model puts one team in charge of your entire remodel. Fixed pricing after design means no surprises. For help evaluating contractors, see our guide on choosing a general contractor in Illinois.
Other Services in Downers Grove
Turn Key Designs provides interior design, custom cabinetry, home additions, general contracting, and flooring in Downers Grove. Visit our Downers Grove services page for the full list.
Get Started
Call (630) 353-1186 for a free consultation, or schedule online. Our Lombard showroom is a short drive north.