Updated: Jun 02, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
4630 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL, 60653
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JL Construction, Incorporated
New Construction, Gut rehab, Basements, Kitchen and Bath Remodels, Porches and Deck, Masonry
From BuildZoom: JL Construction, Incorporated, 4630 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL holds a General Contractor (Class D) license and 15 other licenses according to the City of Chicago license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 113 ranks in the top 3% of 65,686 Illinois licensed contractors.
Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring JL Construction, Incorporated, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.
JL Construction, Incorporated Services
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Custom Home Build
New Home Construction
Other Residential New Const...
Multi-Room Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Basement Remodel
Medium Multi-Family Remodel...
Other Residential Remodel
Office Renovation
Restaurant Renovation
Retail Renovation
Other Commercial Renovation
Boiler/Water Heater
Fire Sprinkler Systems
Gas and Piping
Hardwood Flooring
Carpets
Laminate Flooring
Other Flooring
HVAC
Painting
Doors and Windows
Framing
Wood Fences
Backsplash and Countertops
Stonework
Tile Flooring
Other Stone and Tile
Drywall
Interior Plaster
Brick and Blockwork
Other Masonry
Flatwork Concrete
Foundations
JL Construction, Incorporated Contact Information
Phone Number: (773) 406-4106
Address: 4630 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
JL Construction, Incorporated Chicago
Quality
113
97th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
JL Construction, Incorporated has a BuildZoom score of 113, which places them above 97% 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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2024 |
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2 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that JL Construction, Incorporated has worked on at least
6.0 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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2 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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1 project
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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $56,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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JL Construction, Incorporated Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on
2
reviews
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By Shavonn P.October 7, 2025
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By HowellApril 18, 2024Considered for Basement Remodeling
John was easy to talk to. Did not mind being more detailed on topics. Appeared to be interested in my project.
Building Permits by JL Construction, Incorporated
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Spr 2019 cbrc: convert a 2 unit building into a 3 unit by turning basement into a unit. total gut out rehab of all units. this is going to be an all electric energy efficient building that will be bulit with over code insulation and airtightness standards. will be performing a blower door test by a 3rd party energy rater to verify how airtight the building is and identify any air leak... see more
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
101045954
Status:
issued
Fee:
$2,168
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: 5a new construction frame ground up 3 flat slab on grade (3) residential dwelling units with rear open deck 3 parking spaces on slab w fence
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
101071449
Status:
issued
Fee:
$4,933
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc. second story addition and interior remodeling to existing 1 1/2 story frame single family residence with basement. new rear wood deck. all work as per plans
Valuation:
$120,000
Permit #:
101050020
Status:
complete
Fee:
$999
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc. third story addition interior alteration and remodeling conversion from 4 du into 8 du. new 6 feet high iron fence. new masonry trash enclosure with gate. all work as per plans.i
Valuation:
$450,000
Permit #:
100899592
Status:
complete
Fee:
$5,920
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Basement floor replacement & drain - tile installation at existing single family residence. all work as per plans
Valuation:
$230,000
Permit #:
100989436
Status:
complete
Fee:
$911
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc: repairs for interior & exterior damage due to car accident & per violations on 1-story commercial brick building per plans
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
101000392
Status:
expired
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc. remove 3rd floor drop ceiling. match existing hvac and electrical system. all work as per plans
Valuation:
$56,000
Permit #:
101008097
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$600
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replace 9 lintels on front elevation 3-5ft.long front elevation - rebuild parapet wall as existing and repoint rebuild parapet wall on coach house
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
100968265
Status:
issued
Fee:
$852
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Tuckpointing and unit masonry repair replacement: 400 sq. ft. with ovehead garage door lintel qty. 0 max. length 0. location: garage
Valuation:
$2,000
Permit #:
B200007795
Status:
complete
Fee:
$375
Permit Type:
Masonry work
Building Type:
N/A
De-conversion of existing 3 dwelling unit building into 2 dwelling units. duplex (basement with 1st floor as unit 1 and 2nd floor with 3rd floor as unit 2).interior alterations. new rear wood porch. new rooftop deck. all work as per plans. no work on front elevation
Valuation:
$95,000
Permit #:
100733848
Status:
complete
Fee:
$2,543
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Masonry repair work-spot tuckpointing brick up unused window openings. tear down unused rear porch due to safety issue. address range 5132-36 s wabash ave
Valuation:
$7,500
Permit #:
100889610
Status:
issued
Fee:
$525
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Bedroom and bathroom remodeling in existing s.f.r.existing hvac system - no change (no mechanical work under this permit)
Valuation:
$17,750
Permit #:
100879670
Status:
complete
Fee:
$550
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and replace existing rear open wood porch and reinforcement existing beam in basement per plan
Valuation:
$18,500
Permit #:
101062654
Status:
complete
Fee:
$377
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Furnace (replacement only): qty 3
Valuation:
$8,500
Permit #:
100971284
Status:
issued
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Correction of building code violation rear porch replacement and front facade repair
Valuation:
$20,000
Permit #:
100941809
Status:
complete
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replacing furring strips and replacing plaster with drywall est 1200 sq ft (no electrical; same as existing) subject to field inspections
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
100795351
Status:
issued
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replacement of the existing roof and ceiling joist with new ones at the existing attached garage as per plans
Valuation:
$8,000
Permit #:
100784534
Status:
complete
Fee:
$525
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to permit# 100735321 change of plumbing contractor p & w plumbing
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
100807416
Status:
issued
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and replace damaged drywall as needed
Valuation:
$11,000
Permit #:
100967805
Status:
issued
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and replace existing rear open wood porch and stairsreplace lintels and brick repair sa per plans
Valuation:
$28,550
Permit #:
100852005
Status:
complete
Fee:
$625
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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JL Construction, Incorporated License info
Verified License
| License # | TGC041562 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class D) |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Verified License
| License # | MC6737 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Mason Contractor (Class A) |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Verified License
| License # | 11965 |
| Status | Active |
| Hoffman Estates | |
| Type | General Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| License # | 17777 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Hoffman Estates | |
| Type | General Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| License # | NAT-43603-3 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Mason Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- 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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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Mason Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- 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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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | E $500,000 Project Ceiling |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- 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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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | Concrete |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the Cook County Department of Building and Zoning, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | Fence |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the Cook County Department of Building and Zoning, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Cook County |
| Type | General With Trades |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| License # | NAT-43603-2 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | E $500,000 Project Ceiling |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | B $10,000,000 Project Ceiling |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| License # | 04-00010622 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Aurora |
| Type | General Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| License # | 04-00010622 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Aurora |
| Type | General Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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113
BuildZoom Score
128
Permits
- Building permit records show that JL Construction, Incorporated has worked on 128 permitted projects.
I worked with Simon on my masonry repairs. His understanding and explanation helped understand the difficulty of work that was needed. No one else took their time to explain and do it the write way which was the hard way. He really understands this old house.