Serving the Chicago Area since 1979
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“We remodeled our whole first floor using Normandy Remodeling. Designer Chris Ebert was fantastic from start to finish. Would highly recommend him!”
My husband and I have worked with residential designer Jennifer Cross for our kitchen and master bath. Jennifer is knowledgeable about all products from cabinetry, tile, granite, paint and hardware. After a visit to our home she sensed our personal taste and came up with beautiful designs that were absolutely perfect for us. Jennifer is a joy to work with, bubbly personality with such grace and style…
“Just a quick note to express our thanks to Normandy for being such a wonderful company to deal with from designing to building our bathroom addition. Bill Peterson was our initial contact and one of the main reasons we choose Normandy. Jim Leslie was our superintendent and we could not have asked for a better project manager. Both Bill & Jim were always available, kept us informed, and responded promptly to any questions or concerns we had. In addition, all the trades that were involved were certainly top tier and a pleasure to work with. Thanks again to all that made our project such a success for our family.”
“We worked with Ashley and Jeremy on a full kitchen remodel plus, including walls coming down, walls going up, mudroom, enclosing stairs to a garage, new pantry, half bath and several new windows and doors.
We had a wonderful experience from the quote and initial concept designs through completion. Ashley, Jeremy and Mike (superintendent) were attentive and worked to resolve any issues that came up in an efficient and timely manner. The contractors were all friendly and kept the space clean and safe. The team also coped with our quirkiness and humor! 
The whole remodel turned out beautiful, we love it! Cooking in this kitchen is a dream. Our secret door rocks!
Thank you all!”
“When I was the CEO of our family men’s garment manufacturing company I can’t recall ever having personnel the quality of Kathryn O’Donovan or Bruce Pettingill. There was no way we were going to tumble and fall with Kathryn at our side. She had answers at every turn of the road – and by the way, they were good answers. She demonstrated ultimate support for us, guidance that was sound and thoughtful and the assurance that our kitchen would be just what we wanted. And that is the outcome.
Jan and I have done a lot with our home and through these various endeavors we could tell you more than one story that started in the sunshine and ended up in the mud. I sometimes wonder how we got to where we are with our home when we consider the phonies, the liars and the cheaters that we dealt with through the years. The best thing I can say is that with Normandy I was always waiting for the other shoe to drop, but it never did. We were very pleased with your staff, your work and that you faithfully kept your word.
The tradesmen who were in our home were cordial, respectful of our property, careful in their work and they even put up with our chocolate Labrador who barked when they arrived and totally lost interest in them in the next second. We are only sorry that we were not fully aware of Normandy in the past because there is no question in our minds that we would have had a higher level of satisfaction with the projects in our home with you at our side. In addition, thank you for the beautiful cutting board.
Kathryn stayed in touch with us throughout and was more than thoughtful. Bruce just could not have been any nicer. We liked him from the start and he was never bothered by our questions. Jan knows a great deal about construction and has surprised many a tradesman with her knowledge. I am stupid when it comes to such matters and have neither the inclination nor the desire to learn. However, when Bruce explained things I understood and admit that I learned a bit. He presented not only Normandy, but himself in the most positive ways. If we decide to do another project I would request that great team of Kathryn and Bruce. It’s a better combination than peanut butter and jelly. In appreciation I told Kathryn I would be happy to speak to a group of your potential clients at one of your presentations. I would neither accept nor expect any remuneration of any kind.
You have built a wonderful organization based on integrity and performance. We thank you for that because in our experience such things are a rare commodity.”
“From design until completion of my projects, Normandy Remodeling did a wonderful job of renovating my master bath and guest bath — at the same time. Jennifer Runner [Cross] created beautiful designs for both rooms and went above and beyond in bringing it all together. Mike Karnas, the project superintendent, kept the project running smoothly, made sure I was always well-informed and paid great attention to all the details.”
“We hired Normandy for a curb appeal overhaul that included the design and construction of a new front porch. Our home has been transformed, our neighbors are complimenting us, and we feel great about the entire experience. We chose Normandy for two primary reasons: 1) They had done two major additions on our home (for a previous owner) and the craftsmanship still stands out today. We wanted to hire a company with a lot of experience that would do the job correctly the first time around, and a company that would stand behind their work. 2) The design created by Jeremy Paris elevated our vision for what was possible with our curb appeal. He transformed a 1950’s ranch into a home that is current and relevant with today’s trends and styles. He understood exactly what we wanted and exceeded our expectations. During the consultative process, he was always cost conscious and went above and beyond to help us make decisions that added value while saving money. We had high expectations when the construction began and Normandy never let us down. We began an outside project in January. Despite adverse weather, the contractors (cement, framing, roofing and carpentry) were all on-time, respectful, never idle, and worked every day until the project was done. We always felt that our project was a priority and we were never waiting on another job to be finished. We had direct and nearly immediate feedback from our superintendent, Brian Preston. He was always on top of things which allows us to stay relaxed throughout the process. He told us what to expect in advance, kept us informed of progress, and addressed all of our concerns. We knew we made the right decision to hire Normandy, but what really convinced us was when the former superintendent and carpenter from our home’s 1990s addition – independently – stopped by to check on our current project. They were exceedingly proud of their work and had no doubt that it would have stood the test of time. They really cared about what they had accomplished many years back as they told us stories about the construction. In today’s world, when contractors rarely return a phone call, it is refreshing to find a company whose contractors are invested for their entire career.”
“The Normandy team led by Laura Barber and superintendent Steve Maro were wonderful! My kitchen remodel was my first remodel and they were there for me every step of the way. From finding a design I love to the final touches, they were always responsive and patient and great problem solvers. Everyone that sees my kitchen loves it. I will use Normandy, Laura and Steve for any future projects and can’t recommend them highly enough.”
“Just wanted to take this opportunity to let you know how impressed I am with the outstanding quality of the work you and your trades people have completed on the Highland Park house. Even though the project isn’t quite finished, as I walked through the house today, I literally cried tears of joy! I invited my neighbor in to see the progress, and she was awestruck. You and your trades people are magicians. You all combine your knowledge, analytic skills and artistry to bring the designer’s and customer’s vision to life.
Thank you and your team for a job not just well done, but exceptionally executed.”
“Working on a project with Laura Barber and Craig Jeffers was great. I had 3 bathrooms remodeled and Laura and Craig were always extremely informative and helpful. Laura is adept at coordinating materials, colors, and options to design bathrooms. Whenever some issue arose, one or both would come up with a plausible solution to the problems. Laura was very professional and careful at designing my bathrooms. Craig managed my bathroom projects like a seasoned veteran. The tradesman that worked in my home were polite and answered my real time questions. I feel very lucky to have these 2 outstanding Normandy employees work with me and in my home for several months. I enjoy my new bathrooms that Normandy Remodeling fashioned. I would definitely hire Normandy Remodeling for another project and request that Laura and Craig be my representatives.”
