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Updated: Jul 14, 2026

Top Notch Trim Construction

For over 15 years, Top Notch Trim Inc has handled carpentry and trim work throughout Grayslake, Illinois and the surrounding communities. The company specializes in interior trim installation, custom millwork, and decorative molding for residential properties. Project examples featured include new baseboards, crown molding, wainscoting, and custom-built shelving. Top Notch Trim Inc collaborates with homeowners as well as local builders and remodelers, providing both standard and custom solutions tailored to each property’s architectural style. Services are available across Lake County, highlighting Grayslake and neighboring cities. With extensive experience fitting trim elements and executing detailed finishing carpentry, the company focuses on transforming living spaces with precise woodwork and tailored interior accents.

Top Notch Trim Inc Grayslake

Quality

99

85th percentile

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Top Notch Trim Inc has a BuildZoom score of 99, which places them above 85% of 65,686 contractors in Illinois.

Activity

4 projects	2024
3 projects	2023

Our building permit records indicate that Top Notch Trim Inc has worked on at least 7.0 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.

Experience

4 projects	Kitchen remodels
3 projects	Multi-room remodels

Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Top Notch Trim Inc mostly works on kitchen remodel and multi-room remodel projects.

Pricing

3 projects	$50k-$100k
3 projects	$100k-$250k

Value Not Public: 2.0 projects

The typical size of their permits is approximately $137,666. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.

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Building Permits by Top Notch Trim Inc

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Structural remodel/renovation

721 Pleasant Ln, Glenview, IL, 60025

2024-08-21

: kitchen remodel

Valuation:

$153,089

Permit #:

P2024-2932

Status:

complete

Fee:

$868

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

Building use group

Structural remodel/renovation

1213 Spruce Dr, Glenview, IL, 60025

2023-11-21

: remodel of first floor kitchen & mudroom and second floor hall bathroom

Valuation:

$98,000

Permit #:

P2022-1845

Status:

final

Fee:

$986

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

Building use group

Structural remodel/renovation

721 Pleasant Ln, Glenview, IL, 60025

2024-08-21

: remodel laundry room laundry room closet 2nd floor hallway niche space

Valuation:

$55,765

Permit #:

P2024-2896

Status:

complete

Fee:

$690

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

Building use group

Single family remodel

916 Oakwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2024-01-31

Kitchen remodel

Valuation:

$162,000

Permit #:

129706

Status:

issued

Fee:

$3,266

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

916 Oakwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2024-01-31

Kitchen remodel

Valuation:

$162,000

Permit #:

129709

Status:

issued

Fee:

$77

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

916 Oakwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2024-01-31

Kitchen remodel

Valuation:

$162,000

Permit #:

129708

Status:

issued

Fee:

$45

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

916 Oakwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2024-01-31

Kitchen remodel

Valuation:

$162,000

Permit #:

129707

Status:

issued

Fee:

$82

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Building

342 E Sheridan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL, 60044

2021-09-27

Remodel kitchen master suite & hall bathroom

Valuation:

$175,200

Permit #:

PB21-0460

Status:

triage

Fee:

$5,280

Permit Type:

Alteration

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

1018 Knoll Ln, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2023-03-16

First floor renovation

Valuation:

$137,666

Permit #:

124895

Status:

issued

Fee:

$69

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

1018 Knoll Ln, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2023-03-16

First floor renovation

Valuation:

$137,666

Permit #:

124894

Status:

issued

Fee:

$45

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

1018 Knoll Ln, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2023-03-16

First floor renovation

Valuation:

$137,666

Permit #:

124893

Status:

issued

Fee:

$126

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

1018 Knoll Ln, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2023-03-16

First floor renovation

Valuation:

$137,666

Permit #:

124892

Status:

issued

Fee:

$2,776

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Addition - residential

2676 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

2024-07-18

Repair rotted roof and existing structure - 200 sft buildout

Valuation:

N/A

Permit #:

24ADDR-0045

Status:

issued

Fee:

$1,801

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family residence

76 Indian Tree Dr, Highland Park, IL, 60035

2021-03-27

Interior remodel - kitchen

Valuation:

$75,000

Permit #:

BSFE-19-04285

Status:

final

Fee:

$1,000

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

808 Greenwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2023-12-07

Light interior remodeling

Valuation:

$64,000

Permit #:

129115

Status:

issued

Fee:

$1,290

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

808 Greenwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2023-12-07

Light interior remodeling

Valuation:

$64,000

Permit #:

129118

Status:

issued

Fee:

$61

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

808 Greenwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2023-12-07

Light interior remodeling

Valuation:

$64,000

Permit #:

129117

Status:

issued

Fee:

$45

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

808 Greenwood Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2023-12-07

Light interior remodeling

Valuation:

$64,000

Permit #:

129116

Status:

issued

Fee:

$111

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Building Permit

40824 N Grand Ave, Antioch, IL, 60002

2021-04-15

Removal of old concrete stairs building new stairs. overhang will stay unattached

Valuation:

$26,400

Permit #:

BLD-045368-2021

Status:

issued

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Single family remodel

1637 Forest Ave, Wilmette, IL, 60091

2018-04-23

Restoration after flood & reno to kitchen and master bathroom

Valuation:

$250,000

Permit #:

99282

Status:

complete

Fee:

$5,040

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Recent Buildzoom Projects

Verified License

Status	Active
County	Cook County
Type	Carpentry
Date Issued	01-22-2026

BuildZoom verified this license was active as of July 2026.

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Verified License

Status	Active
County	Cook County
Type	General With Trades
Date Issued	01-22-2026

BuildZoom verified this license was active as of July 2026.

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

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.

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Inactive License

Status	Inactive
County	Cook County
Type	Drywall

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 #	16LICC-0031
Status	Inactive
City	Evanston
Type	Gc Commercial

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

License #	09LICR-0441
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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99

BuildZoom Score

How the BuildZoom Score works

28

Permits

Building permit records show that Top Notch Trim Inc has worked on 28 permitted projects.

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Before you Hire

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

Does Top Notch Trim 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.

Top Notch Trim Inc currently holds license 16LICC-0031, 09LICR-0441 (Carpentry, General With Trades, Masonry/Brick/Stone, Drywall, Gc Commercial, Gc Residential), which was Active 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 Top Notch Trim 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 Top Notch Trim 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 Top Notch Trim 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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