Updated: Jul 18, 2026
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5708 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE, Western Springs, IL, 60534
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Richards & Weyer Const. Construction
Richards & Weyer Construction Co. serves Western Springs, Illinois, offering general contracting services for both residential and commercial projects. With over two decades of experience, the company manages renovations, new construction, and additions throughout the western suburbs of Chicago. Richards & Weyer Construction is involved in a range of project types, including home remodeling and commercial build-outs. The company works closely with property owners, architects, and local suppliers to deliver construction tailored to each client's needs. Based in Western Springs, Richards & Weyer Construction is familiar with the area's neighborhoods and local building codes. Their portfolio includes single-family homes, multi-unit residences, and small business properties. The firm emphasizes clear communication and consistent project management throughout every phase of construction.
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Phone Number: (708) 442-1919
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Address: 5708 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE, Western Springs, IL 60534
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Richards & Weyer Const. Co Western Springs
Quality
104
91st percentile
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Richards & Weyer Const. Co has a BuildZoom score of 104, which places them above 91% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.
Activity
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7 projects
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2025 |
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5 projects
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2024 |
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6 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Richards & Weyer Const. Co has worked on at least
18.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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Experience
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3 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Richards & Weyer Const. Co mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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4 projects
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$500k-$1mil |
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12 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $1,400,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Richards & Weyer Const. Co
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(dds 2019 cbc) piles (vertical penetration) only for new construction of a 1-story chemical storage building w/truck loading platform and three (3) levels of chemical storage as per plans.(occupacy group h4 type ii-a construction) consultant reviewer: v3 companies of il
Valuation:
$1,750,000
Permit #:
101041429
Status:
phased permitting
Fee:
$7,759
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc. alteration to existing fully sprinklered landmarked 33 story office building's sub basement's back of house areas for building engineering and maintenance staff. includes new room configuration for office engineer work area breakroom restrooms corridor extension to connect path from egress stairs. follows permit for alteration of 2 basement levels ground level and... see more
Valuation:
$700,000
Permit #:
101062759
Status:
complete
Fee:
$6,792
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
The scope of work includes the removal of one (1) generator and three (3) automatic transfer switches and the mechanical systems for the supply and exhaust systems. existing fuel systems and accessories will be reused to the fullest extent possible. the generator is located on the lower level (exhibit level) of the east tower while the automatic transfer switches are located on the ex... see more
Valuation:
$794,115
Permit #:
101061728
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,625
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc: alterations to exterior spaces of a 3 story single family residence building with 3rd story roof terrace and new detached 2 car garage with rooftop deck access stairs and trellis (occupancy group r-5; type iiib)
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
101065434
Status:
issued
Fee:
$675
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc. alteration to existing fully sprinklered landmarked 33 story office building's sub basement's back of house areas for building engineering and maintenance staff. includes new room configuration for offices break room locker room. follows permit for alteration of 2 basement levels ground level and levels 31-32 under 101033518. (occupancy group b a-2 a-3 s u; type i... see more
Valuation:
$800,000
Permit #:
101071375
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,250
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of one(1) generator two (2) automatic transfer switches and the mechanical connections for the supply and exhaust system. existing fuel systems and accessories to be reused to the fullest extent possible. the generator is located in the lower level of the west tower while the automatic transfer switches are located in the lower le... see more
Valuation:
$869,394
Permit #:
101060827
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,775
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Dds 2019 cbrc: two-story addition to existing two-story clinic. first floor of addition to have dental medical and behavioral health office space. second floor to be shell space for future office space. build-out of second floor to be under separate permit in the future. addition partially constructed under previous permit #100525745. existing foundations and first floor exterior wall... see more
Valuation:
$1,200,000
Permit #:
101052617
Status:
complete
Fee:
$4,440
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 crbc: interior alteration of existing 2 story masonry building to increase accesibility. includes alteration/peplacement of bathrooms stairs and elevator finishes structural mechanical electrical plumbing. exterior plaza renovation for increased accesibility. (occupancy type: a-3; construction type: iia)
Valuation:
$3,500,000
Permit #:
101045639
Status:
issued
Fee:
$3,525
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**dds 2019 cbrc** interior building out with mechanical electrical and plumbing work. includes structural demolish and rebuild of an exterior wall and new concrete pad by the alley. new drive in door by loading area. new accessible single use restroom. new entry vestibule projecting off the existing facade. new canopies and clerestory windows on the existing facade. re-striping of the... see more
Valuation:
$980,000
Permit #:
101038600
Status:
issued
Fee:
$30,015
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Dds 2019 cbc: phase 3 of 3: full building permit for a 20-story mixed use residential building with 298 dwelling units and 82 vehicle parking spaces. shallow foundations and partial superstructure permitted under 100980817. caissons only permitted under 100966027. (const type 1-a occ r-2 m s-2) consultant reviewer: globetrotters engineering
Valuation:
$71,400,000
Permit #:
100992388
Status:
complete
Fee:
$313,731
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Dds 2019 cbrc: interior 2nd floor alterations to an existing commercial space to convert to a religious assembly as per plans (occupancy a-3 type iiib construction) consultant reviewer: v3 companies of il
Valuation:
$715,000
Permit #:
101040471
Status:
issued
Fee:
$4,598
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc:*structural peer review* interior alterations to existing sprinklered 1 story retail building to accommodate new medical service (non-ambulatory) and retail tenant. existing pharmacy to remain and be renovated. scope includes demolition new partitions mechanical electrical plumbing and structural. construction type iib
Valuation:
$2,000,000
Permit #:
101020195
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$13,223
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbrc with structural peer review: interior & exterior alterations and new 6th floor outdoor terrace addition at an existing 6 story museum and office building. modifications to 1st floor auditorium offices on level 5 & 6 restoration work on the west facade mechanical electrical plumbing fire protection and masonry. structural modifications to include 6th floor outdoor terrace... see more
Valuation:
$6,600,000
Permit #:
101008880
Status:
complete
Fee:
$9,045
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self cert 2019 cbrc: revision to permit #100998870 due to minor layout changes to the east side of the tenant space it rooms and office ceilings handrail modifications stair & elevator detail modifications along with affected electrical and plumbing changes as per plans. no mechanical and structural revisions. (construction type: ii-a; occupancy type: m-mercantile; retail)
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
101011843
Status:
complete
Fee:
$875
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc: initial tenant buildout of 25 700 sqft unfinished 1st floor tenant space into a new ambulatory care facility and professional medical office including new basement corridor and utility rooms as well as fire rating upgrades to the second floor atrium and new exterior canopies. (occupancy group b type ib construction)
Valuation:
$5,000,000
Permit #:
100952545
Status:
complete
Fee:
$8,942
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(direct developer services 2019 cbc) new construction of an 18-story residential apartment building (196 dwelling units) to include ground floor retail parking on levels 2 & 3 (72 spaces) and associated site work as per plans. consultant reviewer: globetrotters
Valuation:
$40,000,000
Permit #:
100917709
Status:
complete
Fee:
$228,560
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Sc 2019 cbrc: currently business occupancy (former bank). interior renovation to new outpatient clinic for tca health on first floor and basement per plans. no change in occupancy (remains business). structural peer review. elevator installation is separate approval by the elevator bureau
Valuation:
$1,600,000
Permit #:
101001235
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$2,888
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Dds 2019 cbrc: proposed two (2) story addition to existing 2 story building at 44 e walton st. proposed use: m-mercantile. piles only under permit #100893877. main entrance of addition is located at 937 n rush. consultant reviewer: v3 companies
Valuation:
$1,600,000
Permit #:
100879413
Status:
phased permitting
Fee:
$2,352
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc: revision to permit #100998870 due to structural revisions and added shelving scope. structural peer reivew included. no mechanical electrical or plumbing work. (construction type: ii-a; occupancy type: m-mercantile; retail)
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
101032289
Status:
complete
Fee:
$875
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self cert- 2019 cbrc interior alterations to an existing first floor commercial kitchen within an existing small assembly a2 restaurant. addition new type 1 kitchen exhaust hood with new exhaust fan and make up air unit on the roof. no change of use occupancy or exiting
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
100911509
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,575
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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| License # | MC6977 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Mason Contractor (Class B) |
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| License # | MC5682 |
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| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Mason Contractor (Class B) |
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| License # | MC5687 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | Mason Contractor (Class B) |
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| License # | 201600224 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Oak Park |
| Type | Contractor |
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| License # | CR-9988 |
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| License # | 12023 |
| Status | Inactive |
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| Type | Mason Contractor |
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| License # | 13052 |
| Status | Inactive |
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| Type | Mason Contractor |
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| License # | 13866 |
| Status | Inactive |
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| Type | Mason Contractor |
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| License # | 4295 |
| Status | Inactive |
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| Type | Mason Contractor |
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| License # | 6955 |
| Status | Inactive |
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| Type | Mason Contractor |
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| License # | CR5699 |
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Dupage County |
| Type | Masonry |
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| License # | CR0002740 |
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Dupage County |
| Type | Sub Contractor, Masonry |
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| City | City Of Chicago |
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| City | City Of Chicago |
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| License # | CL-2808 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Town | Bartlett |
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| License # | CR5699 |
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| County | Dupage County |
| Type | Sub Contractor, Masonry |
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| License # | 3892 |
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| Hoffman Estates | |
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| County | Cook County |
| Type | Masonry/Brick/Stone |
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Permits
- Building permit records show that Richards & Weyer Const. Co has worked on 153 permitted projects.
Richards & Weyer Const. Co Employees
JW
James M Weyer
Owner
MW
Michael Weyer
Owner
RI
Richards & Weyer Construction Co, Inc
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