Updated: May 26, 2026
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7235 S FERDINAND AVE, Bridgeview, IL, 60455
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Drive Construction Inc
Drive Construction Inc, 7235 S Ferdinand Ave, Bridgeview, IL (Owned by: Gerardo Cortez) holds a General Contractor (Class A) license and 12 other licenses according to the City of Chicago license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 101 ranks in the top 12% of 65,686 Illinois licensed contractors.
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Phone Number: (630) 853-6231
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Address: 7235 S FERDINAND AVE, Bridgeview, IL 60455
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Drive Construction Inc Bridgeview
Quality
101
88th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Drive Construction Inc has a BuildZoom score of 101, which places them above 88% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.
Activity
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5 projects
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2024 |
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4 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Drive Construction Inc has worked on at least
9.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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3 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Drive Construction Inc mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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7 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $2,750,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Drive Construction Inc
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Spr 2016 cbrc- current & proposed use public garden at garfield park conservatory & assembly group a-3. proposed work: remove and replace existing children's garden with new exhibits & signs plant material a restroom mezzanine deck flooring slide play surfacing and lighting. one story above grade. construction type ii. per plans. no excavation or construction will exceed 12 feet below... see more
Valuation:
$3,400,000
Permit #:
101039103
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,837
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: building system replacement and upgrades of an existing 3-story with underground parking. no additional occupants orbuilding square footage are being added. building improvements includeupgrades to mechanical equipment and finishes. no change to occupancy exiting number of occupants or building height.(occupancy: e-2/u; construction type ia)
Valuation:
$2,042,906
Permit #:
101012787
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$10,468
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: building system replacement and upgrades of an existing 3-story education facility. no additional occupants or building square footage are being added. building improvements include new roofing upgrades to mechanical equipment finishes window replacement and new new on-site generator. occupancy: e-2/u; const. type: ia
Valuation:
$5,443,449
Permit #:
101012784
Status:
issued
Fee:
$9,255
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert: cps public school. no change in use. work includes removal and replacement of 100% of flat roof replacement of roof-mounted mechanical equipment selective repair of masonry parapets selective repair of roof drains and vents selective interior plaster repair and repainting
Valuation:
$7,712,762
Permit #:
101042822
Status:
complete
Fee:
$38,000
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to permit 100883270 to revise elevator shaft location based on discovered conditions. work affects all floors & roof between column lines 9-10 & from a to d basement -switching location of elevator shaft with the elev. machine room 007 1st floor. -securtiy room 111 & 2nd floor. all gender restroom 212 addition of roof top equipment screening @ north west corner of building. b... see more
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
100970680
Status:
complete
Fee:
$34,148
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: rehabilitation and upgrades for office & cafe in existing 3 story + basement office building and proposed addition with associated mep work per plan (current ocunpacy group : b-business : type 3a construction )
Valuation:
$2,100,000
Permit #:
100970767
Status:
issued
Fee:
$9,360
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior renovations and alterations of existing buildings for accessibility upgrades and code requirements. addition of new locker room building new toilet room facilities new ticket booth and new press boxes. existing occupancy is a-5 assembly and proposed occupancy is to remain a-5 assembly
Valuation:
$15,000,000
Permit #:
101007471
Status:
issued
Fee:
$11,890
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc the scope includes site demolition and site work only. scope for the renovation of the existing school is under previously reviewed permit #100883270.the scope under this permit includes demolition of the existing two story convent existing two story rectory and addition of two parking lots and a playground. **certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to fie... see more
Valuation:
$2,000,000
Permit #:
100943297
Status:
complete
Fee:
$650
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Existing masonry parapet copings rooftop equipment roof drains and built-up roofing system are to be demolished in their entirely down to structure and replaced in kind. existing masonry parapets are to be rebuilt and extended. downspouts and scuppers are to also be removed and replaced in kind.(conditional permit subject to field inspections)
Valuation:
$950,000
Permit #:
100964375
Status:
expired
Fee:
$11,063
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Patch and repair drywall remove/replace finishes at entries hallways kitchens and baths; incl replacement of plumbing fixtures and associated piping and d, w, v and water pipe installation replace exhaust and ductwork; replace light fixtures all work in 12 units incl. 2 accessible units to inc. changes to clearances relocation of electrical panels counters hardware to comply with acce... see more
Valuation:
$660,000
Permit #:
100973848
Status:
issued
Fee:
$6,850
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Patch and repair drywall remove/replace finishes at entries hallways kitchens and baths; incl replacement of plumbing fixtures and associated piping and d, w, v replace exhaust and ductwork; replace light fixtures all work in 12 units; roof recover - not to exceed 2nd layer
Valuation:
$556,752
Permit #:
100973718
Status:
issued
Fee:
$6,850
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Patch and repair drywall remove/replace finishes at entries hallways kitchens and baths; incl replacement of plumbing fixtures and associated piping and d, w, v and water pipe installation replace exhaust and ductwork; replace light fixtures all work in 15 units incl. 2 accessible units to inc. changes to clearances relocation of electrical panels counters hardware to comply with acce... see more
Valuation:
$833,000
Permit #:
100973846
Status:
issued
Fee:
$8,500
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Patch and repair drywall remove/replace finishes at entries hallways kitchens and baths; incl replacement of plumbing fixtures and associated piping and d, w, v and water pipe installation replace exhaust and ductwork; replace light fixtures all work in 12 units incl. one accessible unit to inc. changes to clearances relocation of electrical panels counters hardware to comply with acc... see more
Valuation:
$660,000
Permit #:
100973841
Status:
issued
Fee:
$6,850
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Patch and repair drywall remove/replace finishes at entries hallways kitchens and baths; incl replacement of plumbing fixtures and associated piping and d, w, v and water pipe installation replace exhaust and ductwork; replace light fixtures all work in 25 units incl. 3 accessible units to inc. changes to clearances relocation of electrical panels counters hardware to comply with acce... see more
Valuation:
$1,400,000
Permit #:
100973827
Status:
issued
Fee:
$14,000
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Existing building change of use to cps pre-k and office spaces. the existing building is a two-story brick steel frame and metal deck building. the building will be completely renovated with roofing to be completely replaced. interior renovation is to include complete demolition of the existing and installation of 6 new classrooms offices and warming kitchen. all existing windows are ... see more
Valuation:
$6,539,676
Permit #:
100951345
Status:
complete
Fee:
$23,267
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Cps school (elementary) zoning:rt-4 no change in use (e-1 educational occupancy). site improvements include alterations to provide accessible parking stalls and the replacement of portions of bituminous pavement (less than 7 000 sf). interior renovations include improvements to multi-user toilet rooms installation of a new all gender toilet rooms the replacement of the ceiling in the ... see more
Valuation:
$3,250,000
Permit #:
100965834
Status:
expired
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
The project will consist of a renovation of the existing st. cornelius school at 5252 n. long. it will be converted into a cps pre-k facility. the current occupancy is class c-3 school (type 1a) and the proposed occupancy will also be class c-3 school (type 1a). the work will include alternation of the existing interior room layout new roof top units re-roofing and new exterior access... see more
Valuation:
$12,000,000
Permit #:
100883270
Status:
complete
Fee:
$24,375
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc elizabeth wood apartment 6 story residential building scope includes: work to modernize building elevators specs & includes making all system parts & spaces building. elements compliant w/applicable codes & standards improvements to machine room lobbies elevator pit & other building spaces per plans **certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspec... see more
Valuation:
$1,200,000
Permit #:
100903215
Status:
phased permitting
Fee:
$1,575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspections **spr 2019 cbc wicker park apts 13 story residential high-rise building w penthouse & machine room levels existing two car duplex elevator system serving each floor scope includes work needed to modernize (making all system parts spaces & building elements compliant w/applicable codes & standards) building ... see more
Valuation:
$1,200,000
Permit #:
100903093
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**direct developer services** 2019 cbrc - interior renvoation to a 4-story 16 unit apartment building to include plumbing fixtures electrical fixtures flooring finishes paint and kitchen and bathroom finishes and cabinetry. exterior renovation work to include brick tuckpointing and lintel repairs parking lot and sidewalk pavement repair and upgrading existing site lighting. (occupancy... see more
Valuation:
$1,604,663
Permit #:
100936560
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$8,613
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | TGC141934 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class A) |
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Verified License
| License # | BC195447 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Plumbing Contractor |
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Verified License
| Status | Active |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | Sewer |
| Date Issued | 01-07-2026 |
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Verified License
| Status | Active |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | Water |
| Date Issued | 01-07-2026 |
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Verified License
| Status | Active |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | Plumbing |
| Date Issued | 01-07-2026 |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 15-00031642 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Aurora |
| Type | Plumbing Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | TGC006922 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class A) |
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Inactive License
| License # | SBC197259 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Plumbing Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | BC15450 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Plumbing Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | 21LICC-0122 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Evanston |
| Type | Gc Commercial |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Bonded Contractor |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | A All Projects No Restrictions |
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Inactive License
| License # | 055-043263 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Evanston |
| Type | Plumbing |
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BuildZoom Score
372
Permits
- Building permit records show that Drive Construction Inc has worked on 372 permitted projects.
Drive Construction Inc Employees
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Gerardo Cortez
Owner