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Jl Crater General Contractor, Inc

We are a general contracting business based in Chicago Illinois. Our employees have over 20 years of experience in demolition, home building and remodeling, electrical, plumbing, heating & cooling, rehab... We do commercial and residential work.

From BuildZoom: Jl Crater General Contractor, Inc, Chicago, IL (Owned by: Jose Luis Vazquez) holds a General Contractor (Class E) license and 3 other licenses according to the City of Chicago license board.

Their BuildZoom score of 115 ranks in the top 2% of 65,686 Illinois licensed contractors.

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Jl Crater General Contractor, Inc Contact Information

Phone: (773) 630-1594

Jl Crater General Contractor, Inc Chicago

Quality

115
98th percentile
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Jl Crater General Contractor, Inc has a BuildZoom score of 115, which places them above 98% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.

Activity

1 project
 2024
2 projects
 2023
Our building permit records indicate that Jl Crater General Contractor, Inc has worked on at least 3.0 projects over the past 3 years.

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Pricing

1 project
 $20k-$50k
1 project
 $100k-$250k
Value Not Public: 0 projects
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Jl Crater General Contractor, Inc Reviews
5 out of 5 stars, based on 14 reviews

  • By erosjvazquez
    January 21, 2016
    Kitchen remodel
    $10,200
    4 days
    Great Contractor

    Had a great experience with JL Crater. I contracted him to remodel my bathroom and he took care of it all. He even helped me match colors and it turned out absolutely beautiful! He finished fast with everything done on time including electrical and plumbing work done as well. I would recommend him for any project and I will definitely be hiring him once again for my future projects.
  • By Shirley G.
    January 10, 2016
    porch and painting
    4 days

    Jose and JL Crater employees are very professional, reliable and easy to work with. He came in on a project that had failed inspection..JL Crater worked with my schedule and were ALWAYS on time. Jose was very conscious of my budget. He offered suggestions that worked well for the project. Jose will be my go to contractor on any future jobs that I might have. I would recommend JL Crater for any job big or small. (I think of Jose as a friend because of his dedication to me and my remodeling projects).

  • By Mark S.
    December 28, 2015
    Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel
    5 days
    Kitchen and Bath Remodels

    I hired Jose from JL Crater about 6 months ago to remodel my kitchen, it was really outdated and needed new flooring, cabinets, counter tops. Jose came on time every day, did a great job and even did some extras, no charge. I was so pleased that I hired him again several months later to totally redo my main bathroom. Again, I was more than happy and he has become the person I call for any issues or work that I need.

  • By Anonymous
    March 20, 2015
    kitchen remodel
    $13,000
    4 days
    Amazing Contractor

    They were extremely kind and flexible to my schedule. Their workers were always on time and very kind. They remodeled my kitchen and our it came out beautiful. I would highly recommend them.
  • By Anonymous
    March 19, 2015
    living room floor,roof,tuckpointing and window
    2 days

    They are great works does a wonderful job

  • By Charles K.
    March 18, 2015

    Reading the reviews above, I guess my job wasn't big enough for Jose Louis to put forth a good effort. I had some dry wall replacement/patching done and replaced floor tiles. The dry wall patch work was average, but I mainly have an issue with the technique. They patched more much in some areas than there was original dry wall remaining, this could have been done to look a lot better if they just ripped off the rest of the drywall and put up an entirely new piece. The corners of the walls were especially sub par, with holes and sloppy edges. But the tile part of the job is what really got me. The job was to replace about 4 floor tiles and I provided them with 7 replacement tiles to work with. There was discussion of a cabinet being installed in this area, so the back row of tiles would likely be covered by the cabinet foot print. Somehow, they used all 7 tiles (to replace 4) and the two worst tiles were ones that would not be covered by the cabinet. One of these tiles was fine to begin with, so I am not sure why they replaced it, but the replacement was severely crooked. The second tile simply looked like the whole end got chipped off, and they filled it with grout. When I brought all of this up to them, they asked me to get more tile and they would fix it. As most people know, finding extra tile to match an original install from 12+ years ago is nearly impossible, so I was especially mad that they used all 7 of my remaining tiles then asked me to get more. I also brought up the fact that this wasn't an acceptable solution and discussed the poor workmanship with JL Crater, to which I got no response. I would give 1 star, but the job was cheap ($900) and Jose was a nice guy. I just wish Jose would have proposed doing the job the right way instead of the cheap way, as I would have been happy to pay more for a better outcome.

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  • March 4, 2015

    Contrate a Jose Luis the General contractor , para hacer trabajos de Plumbing , Hvac, Electrical , for New ice cream Shop , we passed all the inspection He did a Good Job, llamen a JL Crater , para sus nuevos proyectos I recomemded tks...
  • November 4, 2014
    replace metal roof, awnings, gutter repair
    1 day
    Good Work

    I hired Jose Luis to replace my existing metal roof and a few awnings. He and his workers came on time worked very hard and did a great job. I'm happy with the work and would hire him again.
  • By Margarita R.
    August 22, 2014
    Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Proof Ceiling
    $12,000
    14 days
    Store Violation Corrections

    My store on LeMonye Ave was closed due to some electrical, plumbing, and fire code violations. I hired 2 different contractors and neither was able to pass the inspections. I was referred to Jose Luis, the General Contractor, and he came and did a great job. He fixed all the issues and replaced my existing ceiling with a fire proof ceiling required by the city. We passed all of the inspections and were able to reopen our store and get back to work. I wish I had know about JL Crater in the beginning, I would have saved myself time, money, and a headache. I would hire them again in the future and I've recently recommended them to a local store owner who also needs some work done.
  • By Carlos
    August 21, 2014
    complete remodeling
    $29
    32 days

    I bougt a house that needs completed remodeling plumbing carpentery.heating,and electrical work cause city violations hire this contractor and Already finish .and pass all the city inspections with out any problems they're very effycient and responsible.thanks
  • By Jamie L.
    April 10, 2013

    I was very surprised when the owner of the company came out to meet me and do the estimate for my small job. JL Crater employees were very professional and did a great job refinishing my old hardwood floors. They are fabulous, thanks Jose!
  • By Eugene
    March 4, 2013

    JL Crater completed my 2nd story addition ahead of schedule and on budget. they are polite and efficient and i would highly recommend them for any size job you may have!!
  • By Carlos
    March 4, 2013

    Very satisfied with the service of this contractor got his service for my kitchen and bathroom remodeling and they gave me really good service for a good price I recommend them for all your home projects thanks.
  • By Miguel
    March 3, 2013

    Highly reliable and extremely efficient general contractor for all of your home building and remodeling needs. JL Crater is very responsive and keeps projects completed on time and on budget. I recommend you call JL Crater today for your next home remodeling or construction project. Thanks Jose!
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Building Permits by Jl Crater General Contractor, Inc

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Renovation/alteration
1923 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622
2024-09-06
2019 cbc: provide a mud room connection between the residence and garage to allow for protection from the elements expand existing rooftop deck system to provide additional outdoor space and enlarge the existing rooftop access for a guest bedroom with bathroom as per plans
Valuation:
$180,000
Permit #:
101028361
Status:
issued
Fee:
$925
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
1923 W Race Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622
2024-12-04
Spr 2019 cbrc - revision to permit 101028361 to adjust structure due to unforseen conditions during construction. the structure has been redesigned to eliminate load being applied to the existing garage walls. the existing exterior steps on the left side of the residence were not able to remain and will be replaced with a new metal deck and steps as per plans. approved acar for means ... see more
Valuation:
$20,000
Permit #:
101061617
Status:
issued
Fee:
$625
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
4638 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL, 60625
2023-07-07
Self-cert 2019 cbrc: alteration level 2 - interior alteration plans for eating and drinking establishment; carry-out restaurant unit #4638 only. existing use for unit #4638 eating and drinking establishment; carry-out bakery.proposed use for unit #4638 eating and drinking establishment; carry-out restaurant. strip mall 4638 - 4610 n kedzie
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
101019755
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,675
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
3810 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL, 60625
2023-08-15
Self-cert: alteration level 2 - interior alterations to install commercial hood serving existing food and beverage retail sales; grocery store unit #3810 only. d.o.b. occupancy use: mercantile grocery store. no plumbing work in scope.existing/proposed use for unit #3810 at ground floor: food and beverage retail sales; grocery store. no change in use/occupancy.existing/proposed use for... see more
Valuation:
$35,000
Permit #:
101024704
Status:
complete
Fee:
$875
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
4140 S Maplewood Ave, Chicago, IL, 60632
2022-09-21
Self-cert: alteration level 3 -remove 1-story frame structure at rear per plans. repair siding at rear wall and relocate electric meters at rear-west wall. existing use: 3-dwelling residence proposed use: 2-dwelling residence
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
100989114
Status:
expired
Fee:
$550
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
1246 S Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL, 60608
2020-05-22
Construct 2-story frame addition at rear w basement; interior alterations existing 2-story multi-dwelling residence per plans. construct 2-story open frame porch at rear (west).convert 2-dwelling units to 3-dwelling units
Valuation:
$200,000
Permit #:
100861855
Status:
complete
Fee:
$4,542
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
5668 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL, 60644
2019-11-26
Self-cert: remove and construct (in-kind) 3-story open frame porch w roof at rear (north) to existing 3-story multi-family residence per plans. there is no electric in scope.existing use: 3-dwelling residence proposed use: 3-dwelling residence
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
100850473
Status:
complete
Fee:
$871
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
5031 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL, 60609
2018-02-02
Self certified review submittal.remove and rebuild in-kind 1-story open frame porch with roof above at front-west per plans.install approximately 48 lineal feet of 6 feet high steel fence at front and rear per plans.existing use: multi-family residence (2-dwelling units) proposed use: multi-family residence (2-dwelling units)
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
100745556
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,200
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
2642 S Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL, 60623
2018-04-23
Self certified review submittal.remove and construct new 1-story open frame porch at rear-west per plans. existing use: multi-family residence (2-dwelling units) at main structure at front + (1-dwelling unit at detached rear coach house)
Valuation:
$8,500
Permit #:
100758131
Status:
complete
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
6406 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637
2019-11-13
Self-cert : basement de-convertion to common area basement per plans. demolish and remove existing 2-car frame garage at rear (west).existing use: 4-dwelling residence; proposed use: 3-dwelling residence
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
100846852
Status:
complete
Fee:
$625
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
3503 N Seeley Ave, Chicago, IL, 60618
2018-08-06
Self-cert: interior alterations; erect 2nd floor addition rear 2-stsory addition to existing 2-story single family residence with basement per plans. existing 1-story porch at front to remain +new frame 1-story open frame deck at rear.existing use: sfr; proposed use: sfr.new 6 feet high wood fence at rear
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
100767933
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,966
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
2330 N Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL, 60647
2017-01-13
Self-cert: deconvert 2-unit residence to single family residence.interior renovation and deconversion to single family residence per plans.new 1-story wood deck at rear. repair existing 1-story open frame porch at front in-kind and location.upgrade mechanical electrical and plumbing.existing use: multi-family residence proposed use: single family residence
Valuation:
$98,000
Permit #:
100684869
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,247
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
2701 S Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL, 60623
2014-06-23
Existing 4 d.u. addition of a 2 new basement dwelling units to convert to 6 d.u. new mechanical electrical and plumbing at 2 new basement units. new rear open exist stair. new driveway. new mechanical system at existing 4 d.u.'s new trash enclosure and replace existing enclosed porch and new dormer addition at the enclosed porch location
Valuation:
$75,000
Permit #:
100507539
Status:
complete
Fee:
$2,364
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
750 S California Ave, Chicago, IL, 60612
2019-11-04
Self-cert: revision to permit #100690332 issued on 05/10/2017. interior build-out for proposed office space per plans. modify mechanical plumbing and electrical per plans + new 400 amp single phase electric service for whole building.existing use: carry-out restaurant proposed use: office space
Valuation:
$40,000
Permit #:
100845249
Status:
complete
Fee:
$825
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
1647 W 18th St, Chicago, IL, 60608
2015-09-22
Buildout of an existing first floor commercial space for new office space in existing 2-story mixed use building as per plans**certified corrections- - subject to field inspections & audit **
Valuation:
$40,000
Permit #:
100600923
Status:
complete
Fee:
$661
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
5814 S Artesian Ave, Chicago, IL, 60629
2014-04-29
Interior renovation for existing residence per plans. upgrade electric per plans. upgrade plumbing per plans. upgrade mechanical per plans. repair existing 1-story open wood porch at rear. construct new frame garage at rear (to existing single family residence)
Valuation:
$20,000
Permit #:
100532028
Status:
complete
Fee:
$863
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
1854 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago, IL, 60608
2015-07-16
Interior alteration to 4 dwelling units. 2 apartments on the 2nd floor 2 apartments on the 3rd floor of existing 4 story masonary building.(no refrigeration work under this project)
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
100588491
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,370
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
3249 S Avers Ave, Chicago, IL, 60623
2019-08-19
Self-cert : interior alterations to existing 1-story single family residence per plans (no change in building footprint). removed rear enclosed frame porch and construct new 1-story open frame porch at rear per plans. existing use: single family residence; proposed use: single family residence
Valuation:
$45,000
Permit #:
100834310
Status:
complete
Fee:
$550
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
3309 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, 60651
2015-08-03
Replace columnsand ceiling joist at basement rebuil rear enclosed porch and repair facade and roof to exist. 2 story brick building w. basement
Valuation:
$22,500
Permit #:
100590824
Status:
complete
Fee:
$375
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation/alteration
4544 S Justine St, Chicago, IL, 60609
2015-10-08
Replace existing 1-story open wood porch at rear. install new wood fence at rear north property. no electric in scope
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
100608619
Status:
complete
Fee:
$650
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A