#1 Chicago General Contracting Contractor: Pegasus Construction
Kitchen Remodel Contractor
in Chicago, Illinois
Transform your kitchen with Chicago's most trusted remodeling contractor
Does Your Chicago Kitchen Need A Remodel?
- Your kitchen's layout makes cooking more of a chore than a joy.
- You don't have the space or the features to make meals you love.
- You're afraid that your kitchen's design owers your home's value.
- You want an open floor plan that feels connected and welcoming.
- Hosting guests feels stressful because your kitchen doesn't meet your standards.
- There isn't enough space in your kitchen to comfortably fit your family and friends.
Work With Chicago's Home Remodeling Experts
Choosing the right contractor for your home remodel can feel overwhelming. At Pegasus Construction, we’re dedicated to helping you navigate the process smoothly and remodel your home to match your unique needs.
We’ve all heard the horror stories—contractors who abandon projects, inflate costs, or fail to deliver on quality. You can avoid these issues by knowing the key questions to ask and understanding what to look for from the start.
Download our free 3 Step Guide To Choosing a Contractor, where we’ll teach you the right questions to ask and the things to look for in a great contractor.
Clear & Proven Process
A successful home remodel starts with a clear plan. With hundreds of satisfied Chicago customers, our proven 6-Step Design-Build Process ensures a smooth and stress-free remodeling experience.
True Cost Accuracy
1 in 3 remodels exceed their budget—but yours doesn’t have to. At Pegasus Construction, we’ve created a budgeting system to eliminate surprise costs, with our projects averaging just a 5% variance from the initial budget to the final price.
Your Project, On Time
Feel confident knowing your home remodel is managed by experts. Each project is assigned a dedicated team, led by an experienced master carpenter, ensuring timely completion. While other companies face delays of weeks or months, our projects average less than a 2-day difference from the original schedule.
Your Home Remodeling Contractor in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago has more housing types per square mile than almost any other city in the country — bungalows, Greystone two-flats, courtyard apartments, coach houses, and contemporary single-family homes all exist within blocks of each other. Kitchen remodeling in Chicago means understanding what era of construction you’re working with, what the City’s permit process requires, and how to deliver a result that works for how families in this specific neighborhood actually live. Pegasus Construction remodels kitchens across Chicago’s residential neighborhoods and brings that city-specific experience to every project.
Navigating Chicago Kitchen Permits
Kitchen remodels in Chicago involving plumbing or electrical work require permits from the City of Chicago Department of Buildings at 121 N. LaSalle Street. Permit requirements vary by scope — minor updates may qualify for simple permits while full gut renovations require more involved review and inspection scheduling.
Working With the Chicago Bungalow Layout
Chicago bungalow kitchens were built as closed, narrow work rooms — a design that made sense in 1925 but doesn’t serve families well today. We evaluate the structural walls, determine what can be opened, and redesign the layout to improve flow and connection to the rest of the home without compromising the bungalow’s foundational character.
Designing for How Chicago Families Cook
Most Chicago families want a kitchen that connects to where they actually spend time — whether that’s a dining room, a back porch, or a living space. We design kitchens around how families cook and gather, not just around what fits in the footprint, and we bring that thinking to every neighborhood and housing type we work in.
Design-Build Kitchen Remodeling
Our easy-to-follow remodel process will help you transform your kitchen without the typical home improvement hassle.
1. Work With Our Designers to Plan Your Remodel
2. Our Build Teams Remodel Your Space
3. Gather With Your Friends and Family in Your New Kitchen
Finding the Right Contractor For Your Needs
Is Pegasus Construction The Right Fit For Your Chicago Kitchen Remodel
At Pegasus Construction, our mission is to help Chicago homeowners transform their current kitchen into their dream kitchen. However, not every kitchen remodeling project is the right match for our team. Here’s how to determine if Pegasus Construction is the right fit for your kitchen remodel.
Pegasus may not be a good fit for your Chicago Kitchen Remodel if.....
- You want to hire the cheapest contractor.
- You prefer to design the project as it is being built.
- You plan to do most of the work yourself.
- You want to begin the construction immediately.
- You want to assemble your own remodeling team.
Contact the Pegasus Construction team about your Chicago Kitchen Remodel if.....
- You prefer a balance of cost, quality and experience.
- You understand the value i thorough design plans
- You value high quality craftsmanship.
- You want to take the time to carefully plan your remodel.
- You want a team that works together to guide you.
Schedule and Advisory Call to Discuss your Remodel
Step 1
Schedule an advisory call with a Design Consultant
Step 2
Invite us to your home for an initial evaluation
Step 3
Align on a budget and meet to discuss the design
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Frequently Asked Questions
HOW DO CHICAGO BUILDING PERMITS AFFECT A KITCHEN REMODEL?
Kitchen remodels involving plumbing, electrical, or structural changes require permits from the Chicago Department of Buildings. Permit timelines vary by ward and scope — typically two to eight weeks. We manage every application, inspection, and sign-off so you never have to navigate the process yourself.
CAN YOU REMODEL A KITCHEN IN A CHICAGO BUNGALOW?
Yes — and we specialize in it. Chicago bungalows have narrow galley kitchens that were never designed for modern open-plan living. We open them up by removing walls, reconfiguring layouts, and working around load-bearing constraints while maintaining the structural integrity of the home.
HOW LONG DOES A KITCHEN REMODEL TAKE IN CHICAGO?
Most kitchen remodels take six to twelve weeks once permits are issued. Chicago permit timelines add two to eight weeks to the schedule depending on scope and ward. We factor that into every project plan from the start so you always know what to expect.
HOW IS PEGASUS CONSTRUCTION DIFFERENT FROM OTHER CHICAGO CONTRACTORS?
Pegasus is a design-build firm — designers and builders work together from day one. You deal with one team, one contract, and one point of contact. We work exclusively in the Chicago area, which means we know the permit process, the building stock, and what local homeowners actually need.
IS A KITCHEN REMODEL A GOOD INVESTMENT IN CHICAGO?
Kitchen remodels typically return 60 to 80 percent of their cost at resale in the Chicago market. In Chicago’s densely-built neighborhoods, an updated kitchen in a bungalow or two-flat significantly affects buyer interest — and makes a real difference in how you live in the home every day.
HOW MUCH DOES A KITCHEN REMODEL COST IN CHICAGO?
Kitchen remodel costs in Chicago typically range from $40,000 for a straightforward refresh to over $120,000 for a full gut renovation with structural changes. The biggest variables are whether walls need to move, the scope of plumbing and electrical, and your cabinet and appliance selections. We provide fixed-price contracts.
WHAT CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOODS DOES PEGASUS CONSTRUCTION SERVE?
We work throughout the city — Logan Square, Wicker Park, Lincoln Square, Andersonville, Beverly, Hyde Park, Roscoe Village, Bucktown, and every Chicago neighborhood in between. We’re familiar with the building types and permit requirements across all 77 community areas.
HOW DO I GET STARTED WITH MY CHICAGO KITCHEN REMODEL?
Schedule an advisory call using the form on this page. A Design Consultant will discuss your project, goals, and what’s realistic for your space and budget. From there we’ll arrange a home visit and put together an initial plan and estimate — no pressure, no commitment required.
