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Highwood Home Remodeling Contractor for Kitchens, Bathrooms & Basement Renovations
Delta Remodels is a design-build home remodeling contractor in Highwood, Illinois, including downtown Highwood. We take on whole-home renovations, additions, kitchens, bathrooms and basements in Bungalow and Cape Cod homes built through the 1920s-1980s era, and carry design, permits, construction and inspections on one contract with one team.
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4.9 Google rating, 72 reviews
3-Year Workmanship warranty
39+ years On the North Shore since 1987
500+ Projects completed
Overview
What home remodeling in Highwood includes
Highwood is a small city of 5,074 residents (2020 Census) compressed into a narrow strip between Highland Park to the south, Lake Forest to the north, and Fort Sheridan to the east. The Fort Sheridan historic district - originally established in 1887 as Camp Highwood and later renamed - sits along Highwood's eastern edge and contributes a mix of converted military housing, townhomes, and infill residential alongside the city's older bungalow and Cape Cod stock. The city's Building and Zoning office is located at 17 Highwood Avenue, where permits are handled Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Delta Remodels serves Highwood from our Lake Forest base. The housing here is smaller and more densely sited than most of the surrounding Lake County villages, which makes every layout decision matter more. A compact kitchen that gains a pantry cabinet and better task lighting often changes how the whole main floor works. Bathrooms this size need ventilation that actually moves air and shower designs that do not waste the limited square footage on a tub that nobody uses.
The strongest remodels here start with the house itself: Compact single-family homes, attached homes, and infill housing near Highland Park and Lake Michigan. That means solving circulation, storage, lighting, and material durability in a way that feels natural to the architecture instead of forcing a generic layout into the space.
- Architecture
- Bungalow, Cape Cod, Ranch
- Typical housing era
- 1920s-1980s
- County
- Lake County
- Common project
- Small-kitchen efficiency
- Permit authority
- City of Highwood Building and Zoning Department
Investment
What does home remodeling cost in Highwood?
The current kitchen remodeling range in Highwood is $25,000–$180,000+. Bathroom and basement scopes are priced the same way: after the design and selections are approved.
| Scope | Investment | Best when |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodeling in Highwood | $25,000–$180,000+ | Range spans the scope tiers below. Final pricing follows design and selections. |
| Bathroom remodeling in Highwood | $15,000–$100,000+ | Range spans the scope tiers below. Final pricing follows design and selections. |
| Basement remodeling in Highwood | $35,000–$120,000+ | Range spans the scope tiers below. Final pricing follows design and selections. |
Kitchen remodeling
- Cosmetic refresh — $25,000–$45,000
- Full remodel — $65,000–$95,000
- High-end remodel — $100,000–$180,000+
- Luxury custom — $180,000+
Bathroom remodeling
- Cosmetic refresh — $15,000–$30,000
- Full remodel — $30,000–$55,000
- Primary suite / luxury — $55,000–$100,000+
Basement remodeling
- Standard finish — $35,000–$65,000
- Expanded build-out — $65,000–$120,000
- Luxury / multi-room — $120,000+
These ranges are for early planning across Lake County. Final pricing follows the approved design, material selections, the existing conditions in a 1920s-1980s Bungalow home, mechanical and structural work, permits, and confirmed scope. You receive a written fixed-price proposal before construction begins.
Schedule
How long does a remodel take in Highwood?
Construction timing in Highwood depends on the room, the structural work involved, review time at City of Highwood Building and Zoning Department, material lead times, and whether several spaces are coordinated together.
1920s-1980s houses carry more unknowns behind the plaster than newer construction, so the schedule is built with contingency for what demolition exposes. Highwood is close to Lake Michigan, so bath ventilation, exterior-wall insulation, and moisture control deserve early attention when work touches exterior walls or attic/roof penetrations.
Custom cabinetry, stone and specialty tile carry the longest lead times. Delta confirms product availability before construction is scheduled, so the project does not stall mid build waiting on materials.
- Design and selections
- Before construction begins
- Kitchen remodeling construction
- 8–16 weeks
- Bathroom remodeling construction
- 3–6 weeks
- Basement remodeling construction
- 8–16 weeks
What we build
What we design and build in Highwood
Every room is planned as one integrated project rather than a sequence of separate trades, and specified against compact single-family homes, attached homes, and infill housing near Highland Park and Lake Michigan
Kitchen Remodeling in Highwood
Kitchen projects often focus on cabinetry, islands, storage, appliance placement, lighting, and the connection between prep space and adjacent living areas. In Highwood, the best plans respect compact single-family homes, attached homes, and infill housing near highland park and lake michigan while removing the daily friction in older layouts.
Bathroom Remodeling in Highwood
Smaller bathrooms often need full-scope planning around shower/tub choice, vanity storage, ventilation, and easy-clean surfaces Walk-in showers, heated floors, better vanities, improved ventilation, and aging-in-place details such as blocking and curbless entries are all specified against what the existing room can actually carry.
Basement Remodeling in Highwood
Highwood is close to Lake Michigan, so bath ventilation, exterior-wall insulation, and moisture control deserve early attention when work touches exterior walls or attic/roof penetrations. That is the first thing a Highwood lower level has to answer, before family rooms, guest suites, gyms, wet bars, or a below-grade bathroom are drawn. Egress, ceiling height, and mechanical routing follow.
Accessible Bathrooms in Highwood
ADA-informed bathroom design with curbless showers, grab bar integration, and aging-in-place features that still read as premium residential.
Accessible Kitchens in Highwood
Universal-design kitchens with multi-height counters, roll-under zones, and accessible appliances integrated into a luxury finish language.
Whole-home remodeling in Highwood
When several rooms are in scope at once, they are planned as one project so flooring, lighting, plumbing and finish language carry across Highwood homes instead of stopping at each doorway.
Home additions in Highwood
When a Highwood home cannot spread outward, added square footage is planned around the existing structure, setbacks, and whatever architectural review the village requires before a footprint changes.
Highwood specifics
What makes home remodeling in Highwood different
Delta is headquartered at 1212 Ranch Rd in Lake Forest. Highwood is not a market we travel into from another state, it is part of the territory the shop has worked since 1987.
Architecture
1920s-1980s housing stock
Compact single-family homes, attached homes, and infill housing near Highland Park and Lake Michigan
Kitchens
How Highwood kitchens are planned
Compact kitchens often need smarter storage, better lighting, and more efficient appliance placement rather than oversized additions
Bathrooms
How Highwood bathrooms are planned
Smaller bathrooms often need full-scope planning around shower/tub choice, vanity storage, ventilation, and easy-clean surfaces
Scope
Small-kitchen efficiency
Cabinet planning, lighting, appliance sizing, and storage details matter more when the kitchen footprint is compact.
Permit and review requirements are confirmed with City of Highwood Building and Zoning Department during planning, before the scope is finalized. See every project we have completed on the completed projects page.
What happens next
What happens after you request an estimate
Phase 1
Consultation and home assessment
We visit your Highwood home, downtown Highwood included, look at how the rooms function today, and establish an initial investment range. In 1920s-1980s construction that also means checking what the existing structure and mechanicals will allow.
Phase 2
Design and material selections
Layout, cabinetry, tile, flooring, fixtures and lighting are drawn to suit Bungalow, Cape Cod, Ranch proportions rather than pulled from a catalogue. Renderings let you see the room before anything is ordered.
Phase 3
Fixed pricing and project preparation
The approved design becomes a written fixed-price proposal. We then file with City of Highwood Building and Zoning Department, schedule inspections, order materials and confirm lead times before a crew arrives.
Phase 4
Construction and final walkthrough
A dedicated project manager runs demolition, the trades, inspections and the punch list, working to Lake County inspection schedules, through to the final walkthrough.
FAQ
Home remodeling in Highwood: common questions
What does a kitchen remodel cost in Highwood?
The current kitchen remodeling range in Highwood is $25,000–$180,000+. The actual number depends on layout changes, finish level, and how much mechanical or structural work is required.
How long does a kitchen, bathroom, or basement remodel take?
Current construction timelines are 8–16 weeks for kitchens, 3–6 weeks for bathrooms, and 8–16 weeks for basements.
Can I stay in my home during construction?
Often, yes. The right answer depends on whether the project affects the only kitchen, primary bath, utilities, dust containment, or major circulation paths. We plan temporary access, protection, and sequencing before construction starts.
Do I need permits in Highwood?
Most plumbing, electrical, mechanical, structural, and layout changes should be confirmed with City of Highwood Building and Zoning Department, 17 Highwood Avenue, second floor, Highwood, IL 60040 (847-432-1924). Office hours Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. Cosmetic finish-only work may be different, but permit requirements should be verified before the scope is finalized.
What adds the most value in a remodel?
The strongest value usually comes from solving layout, storage, lighting, ventilation, and durable finish quality together. Kitchens, primary bathrooms, and well-planned basements tend to matter most when the work fits the home and neighborhood.
Do historic homes require special planning?
Yes. Older Highwood homes can involve plaster, framing surprises, older wiring or plumbing, nonstandard dimensions, and architectural details worth preserving. A good plan protects the character of the house while updating function, comfort, and code-sensitive systems.
Does Delta Remodels remodel kitchens and bathrooms in Highwood?
Yes. Highwood is within our regular service area from Lake Forest. We work in the city's bungalows, Cape Cods, ranch homes, and the Fort Sheridan area townhomes and converted homes, with a focus on compact, efficient kitchen and bathroom planning.
Where do I get a building permit in Highwood?
The City of Highwood Building and Zoning office is on the second floor of City Hall at 17 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Permits are required for work involving structural changes, plumbing, electrical, or mechanical systems.
What should Highwood homeowners know before remodeling a small kitchen?
In compact kitchens, the layout sequence matters more than the finish budget. Before selecting cabinets, it is worth mapping where the refrigerator, range, sink, and dishwasher land relative to each other - and whether the current triangle makes everyday cooking harder than it has to be. Ventilation also deserves early attention: Highwood sits close to Lake Michigan, and exterior-wall penetrations for range hoods or bath fans should be properly flashed and sealed against moisture and freeze-thaw.
Reviews
What homeowners say
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4.9from 72 Google reviews
What a difference! Our kitchen feels brand new, and the design is perfect for our needs. Highly recommend!
I can not say enough positive things about the experience working with Kasia and Sebastian. They are top notch! Knowledgeable , professional, hard working, honest and fairly priced. I would recommend them to anyone looking to get a job done. Also, I should mention they are timely and when they say they will be there, they really mean it. Our kitchen turned out beautiful and I am thrilled with the quality as well.
Rebuild of chimney from the roof line up. From all that I can tell / inspect, they have done an excellent quality job, complete with new concrete topper. Yes, I recommend Delta Remodeling for masonry / Tuck-pointing work. Rick.
Delta helped us gut and restore our dated master bathroom. They were extremely helpful in rolling with the various changes that we had to make along the way and being patient as we took a break to figure out some last minute changes to our design. If there was one thing they could have done better, it would be forcing us to be more organized so we wouldn't have had to take a break when things didn't go as planned. If you're looking for flexibility and a make anything work attitude, Delta is the company for your project.
Our home renovation was a great experience. The team and dedication craftsmanship resulted in a new beautiful and functional new space.
Filip is a fantastic project manager, the team showed up on time did really good work, would definitely recommend them.
Very pleased with out hone renovation. Professionally and high-quality work.
The masonary repairs to our chimney were excellent. The guys that did our project were first class. You could just tell that they took a lot of pride in their work and it showed on the finished job. I would highly recommend Delta Tuckpointing.
Excellent job, Delta! Guys were efficient and good quality in their work. Also, I also got a quote from a different company and Delta was a couple thousand less. Way to go, Delta!
Highly pleased with the bathroom remodel. The team provided great suggestions and delivered a high-quality renovation on time.
When hiring remodeling contractors, we chose a stellar team who converted our attic into a cozy, functional office space with incredible attention to detail and efficiency.