Updated: May 26, 2026
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Address
8255 N KIMBALL, Skokie, IL, 60016
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Tip Top Builders Construction
Tip Top Builders, Inc, 8255 N Kimball, Skokie, IL (Owned by: Michael Hall) holds a General Contractor (Class A) license and 3 other licenses 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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Tip Top Builders, Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (847) 679-5010
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Address: 8255 N KIMBALL, Skokie, IL 60016
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Tip Top Builders, Inc Skokie
Quality
89
30th percentile
Pro tip:
We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Tip Top Builders, Inc has a BuildZoom score of 89, which places them above 30% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.
Activity
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5 projects
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2025 |
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6 projects
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2024 |
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6 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Tip Top Builders, Inc has worked on at least
17.0 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.
Experience
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3 projects
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Home Additions |
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4 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Tip Top Builders, Inc mostly works on
kitchen remodel
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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2 projects
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< $5k |
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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3 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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2 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
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1 project
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $350,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Tip Top Builders, Inc Reviews
1 out of 5 stars, based on
1
review
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By D G.February 26, 2022Doors$20,000
Building Permits by Tip Top Builders, Inc
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Scope: nonstructural interior alteration: demolish existing walls flooring and ceilings new walls renovation of kitchen and 2 bathrooms. locations: 1 residential unit(s) 0 non-residential unit(s) unit 3503
Valuation:
$950,000
Permit #:
B200435026
Status:
issued
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Self-cert 2019 cbrc: alteration to basement & first floor of an existing 3-story single family residence including small addition (current occupancy r-3; proposed occupancy r-3; typb vb construction)
Valuation:
$450,000
Permit #:
101061488
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,169
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Scope: nonstructural interior alteration to dyrwall partitions w new finishes throughout plumbing fixtures and piping in kitchens and baths relocating furnace to existing ductwork and replaceing radiators; locations: 1 residential unit(s) 0 non-residential unit(s) unit 9b
Valuation:
$1,000,000
Permit #:
B200402990
Status:
issued
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Scope: nonstructural interior work in condo unit 19a: remove and replace all bathroom and kitchen plumbing fixtures and appliances remove and replace flooring (wood/tile) cabinetry shelving electrical wiring for all new fixtures using existing circuits-locations: 1 residential unit(s) 0 non-residential unit(s)
Valuation:
$1,000,000
Permit #:
B200026639
Status:
issued
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Scope: nonstructural interior alteration.locations: 1 residential unit(s) 0 non-residential unit(s) apartment 15a. interior alterations to existing kitchen and bathrooms all new electrical (can lights) at ceiling new plumbing fixtures (stone tile paint etc.) new cabinetry and new moldings interior doors. all work in unit 15a
Valuation:
$1,000,000
Permit #:
B200008830
Status:
issued
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Nonstructural interior work: remove and replace existing drywall and plaster lath. repair existing bathroom plumbing. remove and replace existing damaged bathroom drywall. locations: 1 residential unit(s) 0 non-residential unit(s) basement
Valuation:
$2,500
Permit #:
B200416905
Status:
issued
Fee:
$575
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Interior renovation at exsting 2 story single family residence w/basement. no change in building size or volume
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
137015
Status:
issued
Fee:
$101
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior renovation at exsting 2 story single family residence w/basement. no change in building size or volume
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
137014
Status:
issued
Fee:
$45
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior renovation at exsting 2 story single family residence w/basement. no change in building size or volume
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
137013
Status:
issued
Fee:
$114
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior renovation at exsting 2 story single family residence w/basement. no change in building size or volume
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
137012
Status:
issued
Fee:
$7,056
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
: work list: 1. remove and replace kitchen cabinets in existing locations 2. new granite counter tops 3. all appliances new in existing locations 4. new under cabinet lights in all upper cabinets 5. new wood flooring through out first floor 6. patch water damage ceiling in basement 7. paint complete basement & first floor 8. minor touch up on second floor
Valuation:
$35,000
Permit #:
P2024-3917
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,266
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Building use group
Purpose: legalize unpermitted work. wood fence - 6'-0 (height) x 10'-0 (length). location: back yard
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
B200411230
Status:
complete
Fee:
$175
Permit Type:
Fence or trash en...
Building Type:
N/A
Sc 2019 cbrc: nonstructural interior alterations to 1 existing dwelling unit in existing condominium building. no change in occupancy. no changes to demising walls
Valuation:
$1,000,000
Permit #:
101045998
Status:
issued
Fee:
$2,586
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Scope: nonstructural interior bathroom renovation in condo unit 11b: bathroom remodel to remove and replace all plumbing and vanity fixtures and light fixtures -locations: 1 residential unit(s) 0 non-residential unit(s)
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
B200027115
Status:
issued
Fee:
$325
Permit Type:
Nonstructural int...
Building Type:
N/A
Includes the repairs needed for the damaged caused by a school bus through the front elevation of the home. includes the installation of a new window at the existing location repairs to framing drywall wood flooring roofing and masonry
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PB24-0334
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration interior
Building Type:
N/A
Spr 2019 cbc interior renovation of existing 1498 sf single dwelling unit #10a in existing 19-story high rise building. existing electrical service with modifications per plan. new plumbing fixtures to tie into existing stacks; no change to risers or building stacks. no exterior work. no changes to egress. **certified plans corrections: conditional permit subject to field inspections **
Valuation:
$100,000
Permit #:
100970501
Status:
expired
Fee:
$567
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
***correct address is 2789 oak st- application originally applied under 2787**- new single family dwelling
Valuation:
$4,000,000
Permit #:
BSFE-23-05286
Status:
issued
Fee:
$41,200
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
***correct address is 2787 oak st**- new single family dwelling
Valuation:
$4,000,000
Permit #:
BDEM-23-00812
Status:
triage
Fee:
$750
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Self cert 2019 cbc: removal and replacement of windows to 9th floor condo building. (occupancy a1 type iiia construction)
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
101061198
Status:
suspended
Fee:
$925
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Patch/repair and replace drywall. install cabinets flooring and new finishes. replace plumbing fixtures. all work in unit # 4904 only
Valuation:
$200,000
Permit #:
101008876
Status:
issued
Fee:
$500
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Tip Top Builders, Inc License info
Verified License
| License # | TGC052394 |
| Status | Active |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | General Contractor (Class A) |
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Inactive License
| License # | 09LICR-0397 |
| 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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Inactive License
| Status | Inactive |
| City | City Of Chicago |
| Type | A All Projects No Restrictions |
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Inactive License
| License # | 17LICC-0035 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Evanston |
| Type | Gc Commercial |
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89
BuildZoom Score
92
Permits
- Building permit records show that Tip Top Builders, Inc has worked on 92 permitted projects.
Tip Top Builders, Inc Employees
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Alex Zazove
Owner
MH
Michael Hall
Owner
From start to finish the experience was sub par. There was a complete lack of organization and scheduling. Would never work with them again.