Home Remodeling Blog | Living in the Northwest Chicago Suburbs

Ready to Build Your Forever Home From the Ground Up? Trust Local Custom Home Builder Patrick A. Finn for Your Big Investment in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs

Eager for a change of scenery and a little adventure? Illinois offers plenty of opportunities for safe, local winter getaways for your enjoyment!

Here's a simple guide to commuting to Chicago or a similar location from Arlington Heights, Barrington, and the surrounding areas. Enjoy!

As the Barrington, Illinois area is synonymous with equestrianism, it's a smart idea to remodel your home to accommodate this lifestyle.

If you live in Arlington Heights or visiting, they have some of the best restaurants that you need to check out! Learn some of the best 7 restaurants.

If you're looking for the best cabinet colors to include in your Chicago home renovation, whether it be your kitchen or bathroom, these are the top colors!

Explore the stunning lakes and beaches near Chicago with our curated list. Plus, uncover the key to transforming your home with our step-by-step renovation guide.

The most colorful and beautiful season is here. Decorate your porch for the season with these 10 different ideas!

Planning for your next stage in life? You may want to consider investing in certain renovations to make your current home your forever home.

There are essentially only a few options when looking at buying a home: buy a newly remodeled home or a fixer-upper, which should you choose?

There are three primary reasons that remodeling a historic home is a completely different experience than remodeling a home built in the mid to late 1900s.

Chicago’s suburbs are home to many high-quality private schools for children of all ages, from pre-kindergarten to high school and beyond - let's take a look at some!

Discover the top 13 golf clubs and courses in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs. Combine your love for golf with a custom-built home in this beautiful area.

Illinois boasts many outdoor, safe attractions that allow you to explore something new so we compiled a list to help make your spring vacation a success! by Patrick A Finn of Chicago

Wondering why people are moving to the suburbs? These six reasons indicate why people are drawn to smaller cities from areas like Chicago. by Patrick A. Finn, local Chicago area home builder.

For many, remote work has become the new normal. If you'd like to create a functional office space in your Chicago area home, these tips are for you!

Today we're discussing popular flooring trends to help you find the best choice for your home.

Looking to make your town’s history part of your home remodel? Read our guide to learn how to integrate historical elements into your home renovation.

Homeowners in Palatine, IL should take this opportunity to take care of these Labor Day home improvements to prepare their homes for the fall and winter.