Updated: Jun 30, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
3335 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL, 60624
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Gary Marks Builds Construction
Gary Marks Builds LLC, 3335 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL holds a General Contractor (Class E) license and 1 other license according to the City of Chicago license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 89 does not rank in the top 50% of Illinois contractors.
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Gary Marks Builds LLC Contact Information
Phone Number: (858) 592-8828
Address: 3335 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
Gary Marks Builds LLC Chicago
Quality
89
30th percentile
Pro tip:
We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Gary Marks Builds LLC has a BuildZoom score of 89, which places them above 30% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.
Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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3 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Gary Marks Builds LLC has worked on at least
4.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
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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< $5k |
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1 project
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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
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Gary Marks Builds LLC Reviews
1 out of 5 stars, based on
1
review
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By Kevin K.September 10, 2023exterior remodel$15,000
Building Permits by Gary Marks Builds LLC
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Spr 2019 cbrc: remodel existing 4-unit building & grade level storefront(occupancy group m r-2; construction type iiia)
Valuation:
$325,000
Permit #:
101003441
Status:
complete
Fee:
$3,197
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Sc 2019 cbrc: addition to and renovation of single-family residence. existing use = residential proposed use= residential - r5. no change to use or occupancy. self-cert project with structural peer review
Valuation:
$450,000
Permit #:
100924078
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,706
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
2nd floor roof deck replace rear stairs of an existing 2 story/2 unit mixed use building per plans. variation #24-25-z to reduce the rear setback approved 02.24.2025
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
101030633
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,825
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: new 2 story rear addition with open stairs 1st and 2nd rear decks and partial roof deck. all work per plans to a 2 story with basement 2 unit building. (occupancy r-5; construction type iiia)**certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit **
Valuation:
$110,000
Permit #:
100916422
Status:
expired
Fee:
$825
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing 2 story + basement mixed use building (2 units + 1 retail). rear addition and addition 1 new unit on 2nd floor. 1st floor retail nic. all work per plans.**certified corrections subject to field inspections & audit **
Valuation:
$200,000
Permit #:
100877333
Status:
complete
Fee:
$2,658
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to permit # 100916422 to change vent contractor to safe heating & cooling inc
Valuation:
$110,000
Permit #:
100963994
Status:
issued
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Work in 2 units: replace kitchen cabinets & appliances. retile tub surround & bathroom floor.sand floors.paint.replace plumbing fixtures and associated piping, no water heater install on this permit. all work same as existing
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100898588
Status:
issued
Fee:
$800
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to change of owner to mary tabar gc to gary marks builds llc, plumber tomar plumbing inc permit#100877073
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100923396
Status:
issued
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to change of owner tomary tabar, gc to gary marks builds llc, plumbing to mar plumbing permit#100810655
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100923399
Status:
issued
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Roof recover only - no structural work
Valuation:
$375
Permit #:
101001502
Status:
issued
Fee:
$400
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Proposed 2 car garage serving existing 2 story/2 unit building per plans
Valuation:
$35,000
Permit #:
100926233
Status:
complete
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to permit no. 100796032; to change vent/refrig to tapia & sons heating and air conditioning
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100857932
Status:
issued
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Screened in porch: rebuild corner replace wood and screen
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PB23-0800
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Maintenance building
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing 2 story + basement 2 unit building including enclosing existing porch. all work per plans
Valuation:
$135,000
Permit #:
100762493
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,387
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Reinstate permit #100573276 for building out for new fast food restaurant. aka 1800 s. throop
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100757136
Status:
issued
Fee:
$950
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
6 wrought iron fence
Valuation:
$91,000
Permit #:
100892117
Status:
issued
Fee:
$150
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: hvac work only for first floor unit in existing 2 story 2 unit building. no work on second floor unit.(occupancy group r5: type iiia construction)
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
100903792
Status:
expired
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing 2 story + basement 3 unit building with enclosed rear porch. new open stell stairs. all work per plans
Valuation:
$110,000
Permit #:
100796032
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,765
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of existing 2 story + basement 2 dwelling unit building as per plans
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
100720349
Status:
complete
Fee:
$765
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replace outlets and switches throughout first and second floor
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
B100899634
Status:
complete
Fee:
$150
Permit Type:
Electrical work
Building Type:
N/A
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Gary Marks Builds LLC License info
Verified License
| License # | TGC095361 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class E) |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | E $500,000 Project Ceiling |
- According to the City of Chicago Data Portal, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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89
BuildZoom Score
13
Permits
- Building permit records show that Gary Marks Builds LLC has worked on 13 permitted projects.
Worst so called contractor I have ever dealt with in 30 years. Gives false estimates, then demands upcharge or he immediately puts a lean on your property. Sure go ahead and have him look at your project. Just remember it is Lean Happy Gary Marks!