Historic-home & luxury remodeling in Hinsdale.
30-year Chicagoland contractor specializing in Hinsdale's pre-1950 housing stock and luxury new builds. Historic Preservation Commission-compliant, fully transparent line-item pricing, fine-detail work.
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Why Hinsdale homeowners choose ADG
Hinsdale is one of the most architecturally rich and historically protected suburbs in Chicagoland. The pre-1950 housing stock in Southeast Hinsdale (Robbins Park, Madison School area), Northeast Hinsdale (Lincoln Streets, Highlands), Downtown Hinsdale, Woodlands, and Fullersburg is gorgeous but complex to renovate. Plaster walls, knob-and-tube electrical, original radiator systems, cast-iron drain stacks, undersized electrical service, and small original kitchens and bathrooms are all common. Then layer on the Hinsdale Historic Preservation Commission review for any exterior changes or significant interior renovations on homes over 50 years old. ADG has expanded into Hinsdale because this work is exactly where 30 years of fine-detail experience pays off.
We pull permits through the Village of Hinsdale Building Department and coordinate the Historic Preservation Commission submissions that most Hinsdale historic-district homes require. HPC meets monthly. We prepare full submission packets (drawings, material samples, photos) and present at meetings on your behalf. Approval typically takes 3-6 weeks. We've done multiple successful HPC submissions and know what they look for: matching exterior materials, preserving original architectural details, sympathetic massing on additions.
Hinsdale kitchen and bathroom renovations almost always involve layout reconfigs because original spaces were small. Kitchen renovations in pre-1950 Hinsdale homes typically run $55,000 to $130,000+. Primary suite additions (master bedroom plus primary bathroom) on homes that didn't originally have one typically run $150,000 to $400,000+. Basement finishes in older Hinsdale homes require waterproofing remediation, structural work, and full code updates that typically push $80,000 to $200,000+. Budget a 15-20% contingency on top of the contracted price for older Hinsdale homes; the demo always reveals something.
You will work directly with President Tom Fisher and the ADG team from your first phone call to your final walk-through. We have been remodeling Chicagoland's older housing stock for 30+ years. For a Hinsdale consultation with our line-by-line custom proposal, call us or use the consultation form above.
Our work in Hinsdale
Three core services. Historic-home expertise plus luxury new-build fluency.
Hinsdale Remodeling FAQ
The questions Hinsdale homeowners ask Tom most often.
Do you pull permits in Hinsdale?
Yes. We pull every permit through the Village of Hinsdale Building Department. For homes in the historic district or over 50 years old, we also coordinate Hinsdale Historic Preservation Commission review for exterior changes or significant interior renovations. HPC review typically adds 3-6 weeks.
What is the typical Hinsdale remodel cost?
Hinsdale projects skew premium and custom. Kitchen renovations with layout reconfigs in pre-1950 homes: $55K-$130K+. Primary suite additions or full master suites: $50K-$150K+. Basement finishes in older homes with waterproofing and code updates: $80K-$200K+. Full primary-suite rear additions: $150K-$400K+.
How do you handle Hinsdale Historic Preservation Commission review?
HPC meets monthly. We prepare full submission packets (drawings, material samples, photos) and present at meetings on your behalf. Approval typically takes 3-6 weeks. We've done multiple successful HPC submissions and know what they look for: matching exterior materials, preserving original architectural details, sympathetic massing on additions.
What about plaster walls, knob-and-tube, and old-home quirks?
Pre-1950 Hinsdale homes typically have plaster-and-lath, knob-and-tube wiring, original radiator systems, cast-iron drain stacks, and undersized electrical. Code requires updating all of these when walls are opened. Budget a 15-20% contingency for older Hinsdale homes; the demo always reveals something.
Can you do primary suite or kitchen additions in Hinsdale?
Yes. Rear additions to expand original small kitchens or add a primary suite (master bedroom plus primary bathroom) to a home that didn't have one are common. Full primary suite additions run $150K to $400K+. We handle architectural drawings, HPC submission, and Village permits.
How quickly can you start a Hinsdale project?
Most Hinsdale projects start within 8 to 14 weeks of contract signing because of HPC review timing (3-6 weeks) and custom material lead times. Tom can usually do an in-home consultation within the same week you call.
Ready to Talk About Your Hinsdale Project?
Call Tom directly. We will set up a free in-home consultation within the week.