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Updated: May 05, 2026

Schwall Buders Construction

Schwall Buders Inc at 1611 TECHNY ROAD, Northbrook, IL 60062, held a General Contractor license (#) with the Cook County contractors license board. We last verified the license was expired on 05-04-2026.

Their BuildZoom score is 0 because we haven’t been able to verify an active license. As a result, they’re not ranked in the top 50% of 65,686 Illinois contractors.

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Schwall Buders Inc Northbrook

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Activity

1 project	2025
3 projects	2024

Our building permit records indicate that Schwall Buders Inc has worked on at least 4.0 projects over the past 2 years.

This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.

Pricing

1 project	$5k-$20k
1 project	$50k-$100k
1 project	$250k-$500k

Value Not Public: 1.0 project

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Building Permits by Schwall Buders Inc

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Building

650 Arbor Dr, Lake Bluff, IL, 60044

2024-03-08

Demoliton of house

Valuation:

$476,296

Permit #:

PB22-0454

Status:

final

Fee:

$21,351

Permit Type:

Demolition

Building Type:

N/A

Structural remodel/renovation

843 Prairie Lawn Rd, Glenview, IL, 60025

2025-01-10

: master bathroom remodel

Valuation:

$68,000

Permit #:

P2024-3630

Status:

final

Fee:

$668

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

Building use group

Structural remodel/renovation

843 Prairie Lawn Rd, Glenview, IL, 60025

2025-01-10

: master bathroom remodel

Valuation:

$68,000

Permit #:

P2024-3630

Status:

final

Fee:

$668

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

Building use group

Single family remodel

1621 Walnut Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2024-08-06

Remove and replace bathroom fixtures vanity in same location tile work

Valuation:

$9,985

Permit #:

132610

Status:

issued

Fee:

$77

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

1621 Walnut Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2024-08-06

Remove and replace bathroom fixtures vanity in same location tile work

Valuation:

$9,985

Permit #:

132609

Status:

issued

Fee:

$45

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

1621 Walnut Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2024-08-06

Remove and replace bathroom fixtures vanity in same location tile work

Valuation:

$9,985

Permit #:

132608

Status:

issued

Fee:

$55

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

1621 Walnut Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2024-08-06

Remove and replace bathroom fixtures vanity in same location tile work

Valuation:

$9,985

Permit #:

132607

Status:

issued

Fee:

$202

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

400 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2022-10-31

Bathroom remodel updated wilmette yellow card-need old card for electrical

Valuation:

$56,925

Permit #:

123470

Status:

issued

Fee:

$1,014

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Building over counter permit

869 St Johns Ave, Highland Park, IL, 60035

2022-06-14

Stoop front walk railing and front overhang - remove and replace

Valuation:

$28,188

Permit #:

BOCP-21-05058

Status:

final

Fee:

$482

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Deck or porch

1733 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

2024-07-24

Replace decking boards posts railings and spindles on existing porch

Valuation:

N/A

Permit #:

20DKPC-0005

Status:

complete

Fee:

$1,187

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

400 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2021-03-01

Bathroom remodel updated wilmette yellow card-need old card for electrical

Valuation:

N/A

Permit #:

113510

Status:

issued

Fee:

$69

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

400 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2021-03-01

Bathroom remodel updated wilmette yellow card-need old card for electrical

Valuation:

N/A

Permit #:

113509

Status:

issued

Fee:

$45

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

400 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2021-03-01

Bathroom remodel updated wilmette yellow card-need old card for electrical

Valuation:

N/A

Permit #:

113508

Status:

issued

Fee:

$45

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

400 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2021-03-01

Bathroom remodel updated wilmette yellow card-need old card for electrical

Valuation:

N/A

Permit #:

113507

Status:

issued

Fee:

$1,149

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

701 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2019-04-05

Master bathroom and master closet remodel

Valuation:

$138,949

Permit #:

104148

Status:

issued

Fee:

$85

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

701 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2019-04-05

Master bathroom and master closet remodel

Valuation:

$138,949

Permit #:

104147

Status:

issued

Fee:

$45

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

701 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2019-04-05

Master bathroom and master closet remodel

Valuation:

$138,949

Permit #:

104146

Status:

issued

Fee:

$67

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

701 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2019-04-05

Master bathroom and master closet remodel

Valuation:

$138,949

Permit #:

104145

Status:

issued

Fee:

$2,802

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Building

8326 Keeler Ave, Skokie, IL, 60076

2019-04-08

Replace existing broken rafters in garage house roof ok per nk

Valuation:

N/A

Permit #:

PB19-0039

Status:

final

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Maintenance building

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

749 12th St, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2019-04-25

Remove existing drumtrap in floor install new tub/valve & drain install new gfi outlet and fan

Valuation:

$18,945

Permit #:

104445

Status:

issued

Fee:

$69

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

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Recent Buildzoom Projects

Inactive License

Status	Inactive
County	Cook County
Type	Masonry/Brick/Stone

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. If this is your business, please update your license status.

This is a sample of licensing data; click here to access a complete history.

Inactive License

Status	Inactive
County	Cook County
Type	Carpentry

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. If this is your business, please update your license status.

This is a sample of licensing data; click here to access a complete history.

Inactive License

Status	Inactive
County	Cook County
Type	General With Trades

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. If this is your business, please update your license status.

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Inactive License

License #	NAT-33675-2
Status	Inactive
Nation	Environmental Protection Agency
Type	Renovation

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.

Check this license's status for Schwall Buders Inc at the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

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Inactive License

License #	09LICR-0059
Status	Inactive
City	Evanston
Type	Gc Residential

According to the City of Evanston Building and Inspection Services, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.

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Permits

Building permit records show that Schwall Buders Inc has worked on 53 permitted projects.

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Before you Hire

Here are some rules, regulations, and laws governing general contractors in Cook County:

Does Schwall Buders Inc carry a valid contracting license?

The State of Illinois does not require a Home Improvement Contractor License at the state level. However, if your business is providing home improvement services in IL, you may be required to obtain a Home Improvement Contractor License at the local level or comply with other licensing laws at the state or local level.

Schwall Buders Inc currently holds license NAT-33675-2, 09LICR-0059 (Masonry/Brick/Stone, Carpentry, General With Trades, Renovation, Gc Residential), which was Inactive when we last checked.

How important is contractor licensing in Cook County?

Although Illinois does not require contractors to be licensed, check local regulations as certain jurisdictions may require licensing on a local level.

Your liability risk when hiring Schwall Buders Inc

General Contractors in Illinois are not required to carry general liability insurance. It is always a good practice to only hire contractors with active liability and workers' compensation insurance policies. Request a copy of each certificate for your records before the project starts.

Financial recourse when hiring Schwall Buders Inc

Illinois requires roofing contractors to obtain a surety bond. Home owners may file a claim to recoup money in the event of faulty work, or damages to their property incurred during a roof project.

What else should I know before hiring Schwall Buders Inc

Illinois on the state level, has minimal regulations governing contractor licensing, in turn, consumers should be vigilant when hiring contractors, check on BuildZoom for customer reviews, and permit history as indicators of quality businesses. Check with local licensing authorities as some jurisdictions will require contractors to be licensed.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

The BuildZoom score is based on a number of factors including the contractor's license status, insurance status, verified work history, standing with local consumer interest groups, verified reviews from other BuildZoom users and self-reported feedback from the contractor.

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