Updated: Jun 10, 2026
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828 FOSTER ST, Evanston, IL, 60201
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GA Johnson & Son Construction
Serving clients throughout northern Illinois, GA Johnson & Son specializes in custom home building and residential remodeling projects. With 30 years of experience, the company handles new home construction, major additions, and renovations for single-family properties. Their portfolio features projects ranging from ground-up builds to whole-house remodels, as well as kitchen and bathroom updates. GA Johnson & Son manages all phases of construction, including site preparation, framing, roofing, interior finishes, and exterior details. Working closely with homeowners, they focus on translating design concepts into practical, long-lasting results that reflect each client's goals and preferences. The business brings local knowledge and decades of construction expertise to each project, serving neighborhoods across the region with a focus on craftsmanship and efficient project management.
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GA Johnson & Son Contact Information
Phone Number: (847) 869-5905
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Address: 828 FOSTER STIL 60201
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GA Johnson & Son
Quality
104
91st percentile
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GA Johnson & Son has a BuildZoom score of 104, which places them above 91% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.
Activity
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6 projects
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2025 |
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4 projects
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2024 |
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3 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that GA Johnson & Son has worked on at least
13.0 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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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
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4 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $750,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Spr 2019 cbrc: remodel of existing retail space. work to include selective demolition of security grilles sliding doors ceiling lighting column enclosures power & data. construction of new partitions ceiling lighting door power & data finishes ductwork distribution and vestibule. exterior modifications for new sign backer and storefront door. (iib construction m-mercantile)
Valuation:
$1,068,812
Permit #:
101062156
Status:
issued
Fee:
$6,753
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc aldi - river north - store #104 interior retrofit of existing building 30 w. huron st chicago illinois 60654
Valuation:
$1,600,000
Permit #:
101065970
Status:
complete
Fee:
$16,310
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc: interior alterations to existing autozone store to expand into adjacent existing vacant tenant space. work to inlcude replacement of hvac equipment lighting & power. no change toexisting autozone tenant space. (occupancy m s-1 type iib construction)
Valuation:
$459,000
Permit #:
101034406
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$1,675
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: 2nd floor remodel and change of use of existing 2-story building to s-1 self-storage including new elevator access and egress stairwell. (occupancy group s-1 construction type iib)**certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit **
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
101041695
Status:
issued
Fee:
$27,099
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc - addition to the front long wall of an existing aldi store. interior remodel of sales & ancillary spaces as per plans.**certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit **
Valuation:
$750,000
Permit #:
100911171
Status:
complete
Fee:
$8,272
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
***direct developer services***piles only for new construction of a one story mercantile building as per plans.consultant reviewer: globetrotters engineering
Valuation:
$2,200,000
Permit #:
100987810
Status:
complete
Fee:
$7,265
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: interior & exterior alterations to existing grocery store to include new exterior cladding interior finishes new partitions new hvac system with walk in coolers and rtu's as per plans (occupancy groups m b & s-1 type iib construction)**certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit **
Valuation:
$832,700
Permit #:
100891833
Status:
complete
Fee:
$5,589
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
***diirect developer services*** new construction for a one-story mercantile building. piles only permitted under #100987810. as per plans
Valuation:
$1,000,000
Permit #:
101005539
Status:
complete
Fee:
$9,098
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior remodel of an existing one-story retail grocery store (new finishes fixtures equipment) including updated electrical mechanical and plumbing items as per plans
Valuation:
$525,000
Permit #:
100893636
Status:
expired
Fee:
$5,405
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Existing two-story masonry moderate hazard light storage facility building to remain with s.o.g. concrete first floor & c.i.p. concrete 2nd floor existing roof is wood joists supported by bowstring trusses. reinforce bowstring trusses with new steel members to bear on 2nd floor bottom chord of truss to be fully suppoted by new steel. 2nd floor reinforced w/new supporting columns & foo... see more
Valuation:
$125,000
Permit #:
100905549
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,675
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior and exterior alterations to existing grocery store to include new addition at the north elevation modifications to the entrance new lighting new rtu's and partitions as per plans. no change in use
Valuation:
$1,305,475
Permit #:
100876754
Status:
complete
Fee:
$9,350
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Existing self storage building to have interior freight elevator replaced (under separate permit) and installation of a temporary exterior construction elevator (under separate permit) during the time when the interior elevator is being replaced.this permit application is for the new openings in the exterior of the building for access to the temporary construction elevator (phase i). ... see more
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
100890685
Status:
phased permitting
Fee:
$375
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Exterior facade upgrade only to an existing 3 story + basement self-storage (h-2) building fully sprinklered type i-a construction. all work per plans.(conditional permit subject to field inspections)
Valuation:
$737,000
Permit #:
100878993
Status:
complete
Fee:
$16,712
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior buildout at first floor commercial space for a proposed aldi retail store in an existing building as per plans.**certified corrections- - subject to field inspections & audit **
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
100849488
Status:
complete
Fee:
$5,418
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
: wild fork foods- remodel
Valuation:
$1,400,000
Permit #:
P2022-1043
Status:
complete
Fee:
$6,043
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Building use group
Inside remodel. inspections include underground plumbing & electric pre pour concrete rough electric hvac framing & plumbing firblocking above ceiling insulation final final plumbing & fire. jack 815-505-8687
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PB20-0464
Status:
final
Fee:
$910
Permit Type:
Remodel
Building Type:
N/A
Interior & exterior renovations/alterations to existing one story brick aldi grocery store as per plans **certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspections **
Valuation:
$1,500,000
Permit #:
100792753
Status:
complete
Fee:
$5,900
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Aldi inc. store #04 chicago il. - kedzie ave.interior and exterior facade remodel of existing building
Valuation:
$750,000
Permit #:
100943795
Status:
expired
Fee:
$2,963
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Tuckpoint 1645 sq ft; remove and replace 250 bricks patch 2 sq ft of limestone caulk 50 lft of brick joints and paint efis
Valuation:
$270,000
Permit #:
100888213
Status:
issued
Fee:
$600
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial alteration/repair (no new sq ftg)
Valuation:
$598,000
Permit #:
20-00004273|CCAD00
Status:
applied
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Commercial - cad
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | CR0005417 |
| Status | Active |
| County | Dupage County |
| Type | General Contractor |
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| License # | 92028-25 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Nebraska |
| Type | Contractor |
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| License # | 4403 |
| Status | Active |
| Hoffman Estates | |
| Type | General Contractor |
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| License # | C109790 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Iowa |
| Type | Contractor |
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| License # | CL-3117 |
| Status | Active |
| Town | Bartlett |
| Type | {U'license Type': U'general'} |
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| License # | 14-00011498 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Aurora |
| Type | General Contractor |
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| License # | L-2014-335 |
| Status | Active |
| County | Kankakee County |
| Type | General Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | CR-10181 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Type | Contractor Registration |
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Inactive License
| License # | 23609 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Hoffman Estates | |
| Type | General Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | 24150 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Hoffman Estates | |
| Type | General Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | 4889 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Hoffman Estates | |
| Type | General Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | 6881 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Hoffman Estates | |
| Type | General Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | TGC04202 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class A) |
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Inactive License
| License # | CR0003889 |
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Dupage County |
| Type | General Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | CL-24-20069 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Town | Orland Park |
| Type | General Contractor |
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Inactive License
| License # | L-2018-134 |
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Kankakee County |
| Type | Contractor Registration |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | General No Trades |
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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 # | 09LICC-0300 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Evanston |
| Type | Gc Commercial |
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Inactive License
| License # | 09LICR-0574 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Evanston |
| Type | Gc Residential |
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Bonded
| Bond Value | $25,000 |
162
Permits
- Building permit records show that GA Johnson & Son has worked on 162 permitted projects.
GA Johnson & Son Employees
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G A Johnson & Son
Licensee
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Ian Galbraith
Owner
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Jack Galbraith
Owner
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Jack Galbraith, Victoria B Galbraith
Owner
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John Galbraith
Owner