Updated: Jul 07, 2026
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Address
1980 BERRY LANE, Des Plaines, IL, 60018
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Exemplary Builders Construction
Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas, Exemplary Builders brings two decades of experience to residential remodeling and construction projects. The company specializes in home renovations, including kitchen and bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, and room additions. Working primarily with homeowners, Exemplary Builders is equipped to handle both large-scale home remodels and targeted improvement projects. The team is skilled in managing all phases of construction, from initial design and planning to project completion. Exemplary Builders emphasizes the use of quality materials suited to each specific remodel, ensuring that each space is both functional and updated to modern standards. Their project portfolio highlights completed kitchens, bathrooms, and finished basements in Des Plaines and neighboring Chicago suburbs. With 20 years in business, Exemplary Builders has become a resource for homeowners seeking practical solutions for home improvement projects in the local area.
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Exemplary Builders Contact Information
Phone Number: (312) 437-9399
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Address: 1980 BERRY LANE, Des Plaines, IL 60018
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Exemplary Builders Des Plaines
Quality
102
89th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Exemplary Builders has a BuildZoom score of 102, which places them above 89% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.
Activity
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4 projects
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2025 |
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2 projects
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2024 |
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6 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Exemplary Builders has worked on at least
12.0 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.
Pricing
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3 projects
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< $5k |
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5 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $15,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Spr 2019 cbrc interior & extrior alterations replace existing 3 story rear open wood porch with new 3 story metal porch restore front retaining wall & stair in existing 3 story brick residential building as per plans
Valuation:
$9,300
Permit #:
101064951
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,875
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
2019 cbc: erect new 5 story iii-a 27du apartment building over ground floor parking garage and retail space w/basement as per plans *structural peer review*
Valuation:
$3,500,000
Permit #:
100975817
Status:
issued
Fee:
$52,680
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Scope: roof recover. area: 2892 sq. ft. roof covering: built-up roof. location: roof area only. il roofing contractor license: 104016966
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
B200429135
Status:
issued
Fee:
$175
Permit Type:
Reroofing
Building Type:
N/A
Interior alterations of an existing office space on 2nd. floor into a single residential unit in a 2 story masonry building. existing plumbing and ventilation to remain as per plans. (new unit to be sprinklered)
Valuation:
$15,600
Permit #:
100982000
Status:
expired
Fee:
$2,225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Tent & bleachers reinstatement # 100764039 erect tents (3) 60 x 60 40 x 80 45 x 30 (2) metal supported temporary bleachers (1) vip stage 40 x 32 with hand rails as required for events from may. 07 - oct 31st. 2023 all structures will meet chicago building code as required
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
101013913
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,033
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Erect 3rd floor. & partial 4th floor. masonry duplex apartment on an existing 2 story masonry (1 residential at 2nd floor. and an office on ground floor). and erect new metal rear stairs detached masonry 3 car garage & remove existing concrete step in public right of way and new masonry trash enclosure
Valuation:
$55,000
Permit #:
100916735
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,913
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
For permit 101051762: replacement general contractor. replacement electrical contractor. new contractor(s) listed under other applicants and contractors on permit certificate
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B200402368
Status:
complete
Fee:
$100
Permit Type:
Administrative ch...
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbc: interior and exterior rehab. new 6 high vinyl fence and replace damaged railings at existing front stairs and rear covered wood deck in existing brick single family residence as per architect's plans. the scope of work includes: architecture plumbing hvac and electric. current use: s.f.r
Valuation:
$55,000
Permit #:
100901941
Status:
complete
Fee:
$550
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Repair masonry and tuckpoint 400 sq ft; rebuild parapet wall repair fire escape; remove/replace drywall at walls and ceiling within commercial space replace windows and floors (all work same as existing) *no change in use - subject to field inspection*
Valuation:
$8,800
Permit #:
100922097
Status:
issued
Fee:
$977
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 ibc replace gable roof with flat roof to existing 3 story 2 unit and 1 merchantile per plans. architectural only
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
100999717
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,650
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Tent & bleachers reinstatement # 100764039 erect tents (3) 60 x 60 40 x 40 45 x 30 (2) metal supported temporary bleachers (1) vip stage 40 x 32 with hand rails as required (2)stages (super stage llc) sl-250-48 x 24 & 72 x 42. for event on oct. 03 - oct 24th. 2021 all structures will meet chicago building code
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
100942002
Status:
complete
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc: revision to permit #100975817 to revise mechanical make up air and bathroom exhaust fans as per plans (occupancy groups m r-2 s-2 :type iii-a construction)
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
101061031
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,775
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install new windows kitchen cabinettes and non load bearing partion walls. replace exterior wood doors with anondized aluminum and tempered glass doors. no structural changes
Valuation:
$24,800
Permit #:
100915366
Status:
issued
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Dir.dev.services: revision to permit #100767851 installation of use group separation at the ground floor elevator vestibule a perimeter guardrail at the 7th floor terrace and retractable awning at 7th floor terrace
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
100839000
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,075
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior remodeling for restaurant commercial ground floor space in a one story masonry building arch hvac electrical plumbing refrigeration per plans
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
100916025
Status:
complete
Fee:
$958
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
** direct developer services ** installation for deep caissons basement and first floor structure for proposed 8-story new construction hotel with (36) covered parking spaces and (99) guest rooms
Valuation:
$2,150,000
Permit #:
100743269
Status:
complete
Fee:
$15,040
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior alterations to existing 2 story masonry building one office and 4 d.u. work in office and 2nd. & 3rd floor apartments and repair existing enclosed frame porches s.a.e. per plans
Valuation:
$26,600
Permit #:
100875851
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,894
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Repair/replace drywall and doors at 1st floor only (no change in occupancy use or floor plan (no electrical vent or plumbing)
Valuation:
$5,500
Permit #:
100937854
Status:
issued
Fee:
$175
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**direct developer services** full building permit phase to erect 8-story new construction hotel building with (36) covered parking spaces
Valuation:
$14,500,000
Permit #:
100767851
Status:
complete
Fee:
$34,157
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Reinstate permit #_100764039: erect (2) 102 x 42 metal supported temporary bleachers; (1) 60 x 60 (1) 40 x 80 (1) 30 x 45 tents structures; and (1) stageline sl-250 48 x 24 (1) stageline sl-320 72 x 42 stages for the 09-02-2019 event. all structures to meet chicago building code
Valuation:
$11,500
Permit #:
100838677
Status:
complete
Fee:
$525
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | TGC052293 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class B) |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | B $10,000,000 Project Ceiling |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | A All Projects No Restrictions |
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90
Permits
- Building permit records show that Exemplary Builders has worked on 90 permitted projects.