Whole Home
Remodeling
Transform your entire home under one contract, one team, and one vision — from kitchen and bathrooms to flooring, lighting, and everything in between.
Your Entire Home,
Reimagined from the Ground Up
A whole home remodel is the most comprehensive way to transform your living space — and the most rewarding when done right. Dream Home Services brings 18+ years of experience coordinating every trade, every material, and every detail under one roof.
Instead of hiring separate contractors for your kitchen, bathrooms, and flooring, we manage the entire project from a single contract. That means better coordination, fewer delays, and a cohesive design vision carried through every room.
Whole-Home Remodeling in Two Very Different Markets
A whole-home project touches structure, systems and envelope all at once — which is exactly where Chicagoland and Southwest Florida diverge most.
Whole-Home Projects in Chicagoland
North Shore and suburban whole-home work usually means bringing an older wood-framed house up to how people actually live now.
- Opening up compartmentalized floor plans, which means beams, columns and structural review
- Mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems that are often at the end of their service life
- Insulation and air sealing that pay for themselves through Chicago winters
- Basements as genuine added living space, with below-grade moisture control
- Village-specific permits, zoning and inspection sequencing
- Phasing so a family can stay in the house, or a clear plan for moving out
Whole-Home Projects in Southwest Florida
Naples-area whole-home work is typically block-and-slab construction, and the envelope questions are about wind and water rather than cold.
- Concrete block structure, where openings and beams follow different engineering than wood frame
- No basements — added living space comes from reworking the existing footprint, lanai and garage areas
- Hurricane code driving impact glass, door and roof-connection requirements in Collier and Lee County
- Humidity and air-conditioning load shaping insulation, ventilation and material choices
- Flood zone and elevation requirements that can affect scope in coastal areas
- HOA and condo architectural approval before work begins in most Naples communities
- Off-season scheduling for seasonal residents, with secure-and-monitor plans while owners are away
Everything Your Home Needs
Our Process
Free In-Home Consultation
We walk through your entire home, listen to your vision, and assess what's possible within your budget and timeline.
Design & Planning
Our team creates a detailed scope of work, material selections, and a phased project plan so every room is sequenced efficiently.
Permitting & Prep
We handle all permits, coordinate subcontractors, and protect your home before any work begins.
Construction
Our licensed craftsmen execute each phase with precision — from demolition to finish carpentry — keeping you informed every step of the way.
Final Walkthrough
We walk every room with you, address any punch-list items, and don't consider the job done until you're completely satisfied.
Common Questions
How long does a whole home remodel take?
Scope varies widely, but most full home renovations take 3–6 months. We provide a detailed phased timeline before work begins and keep you updated throughout.
What's the difference between a whole house remodel and renovating room by room?
A whole house remodel is planned and sequenced as one project, so trades move through the home in a deliberate order and finishes stay consistent throughout. Room-by-room means repeating mobilization, demolition and cleanup each time — usually more total disruption, and a house that ends up looking assembled in stages rather than designed as a whole.
Do I need to move out during the remodel?
For extensive whole-home projects, temporary relocation is often recommended. We work with you to phase the project in a way that minimizes disruption whenever possible.
Can you handle all trades in-house?
Yes. Dream Home Services manages all trades — carpentry, plumbing, electrical, tile, painting, and more — under one contract with a single point of accountability.
Do you offer financing options?
We work with several financing partners to help make your dream renovation achievable. Ask about financing options during your free consultation.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — in both markets. Dream Home Services Inc. holds City of Chicago General Contractor license TGC141540 and Florida license CBC1270263, and carries general liability and workers' compensation insurance on every project. Where a North Shore or suburban village requires its own contractor registration for a permit, we handle that as part of the job.
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