Trusted Home Remodelers in Evanston, Skokie, and Surrounding Areas
For 40 years, families across the North Shore have called Hammell Homes when they wanted a kitchen, bathroom, or basement done right the first time. You get clear pricing, honest updates, and a crew that treats your home like their own.
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Years remodeling North Shore homes
Homeowners served
Client satisfaction rating
Projects finished on time
Remodeling should feel exciting, not risky
Every homeowner who invests in a remodel is looking for the same reassurances: a fair and predictable price, a realistic timeline, and a contractor who communicates openly from the first conversation to the final walkthrough. Too often, the experience falls short of that standard. Calls go unanswered, budgets drift well beyond the original quote, and projects stall for weeks with little explanation. When the work involves the place you call home, those missteps carry a real cost in both money and peace of mind.
You should never have to settle when choosing the professionals you welcome into your home. You deserve clear answers, dependable pricing, and a team that stands behind every commitment.
We have been the neighbors you can trust since 1986
Rick Hammell started Hammell Homes with one rule that still runs the company today: treat every home like it is my own, and every client like family. What began with small handyman jobs in Evanston has grown into a full remodeling company that has served more than 6,000 homeowners across the North Shore, all while keeping that same standard.
We are a licensed, bonded, and insured general contractor based right here in Evanston, IL. The City of Evanston recognized our work with a Beautification Award for Outstanding General Contractor, and our clients keep us at a 97% satisfaction rating year after year. When you hire us, you are not handing your home to a stranger. You are working with a local team that plans to be here for the next family down the block, too.
“From the beginning, my goal was simple. Treat every home like it is my own, and every client like family.”— RICK HAMMELL, FOUNDER
Getting started is easier than you think.
A remodel has a lot of moving parts. Working with us should not. We’ve broken the path to your finished project into three clear steps.
Tell us what you want 01
Request a free estimate by phone, form, or a quick video quote. We listen to how you actually use the space and what matters most to you.
Get a clear, written plan 02
You receive a straightforward quote with your selections, timeline, and costs documented up front: no surprises, no vague numbers, no pressure.
We build it, you enjoy it 03
Our crew shows up on schedule, protects your home, cleans up daily, and keeps you updated until the last detail is done.
Remodeling and repairs for every room in your home
Whether you want to reimagine one room or finally cross off the whole list, our team handles it with the same care and craftsmanship. Here is how we help homeowners in Evanston, Skokie, and the surrounding North Shore.
BATHROOM REMODELING
Refresh a tired bathroom or design a spa-like retreat. We handle tile, fixtures, plumbing, and everything in between, with clean work you can count on.
BASEMENT FINISHING
Reclaim the square footage under your feet. We turn cold, unused basements into family rooms, home offices, guest suites, and more.
KITCHEN REMODELING
Turn a dated, cramped kitchen into the room your family actually wants to gather in. From cabinets and countertops to full layouts, we build kitchens that work as beautifully as they look.
HANDYMAN & HOME REPAIR
No job is too small. From a stubborn repair to a running list of fixes, we knock it all out in one visit so you can stop living with it.
More trades we cover: Plumbing repairs and installations, hardwood and vinyl flooring, interior painting and staining, crown molding and trim, window replacement, and door installation.
Homes Your Neighbors Already Live In
We answer the questions other contractors dodge.
Most people want to know one thing before anything else: what is this going to cost? Too many contractors refuse to talk numbers until they have you on the hook. We do the opposite. We put a budget calculator right on this site so you can get a realistic ballpark in minutes, and we document every selection and change in writing so your quote stays a quote.
That honesty is why families keep coming back and recommending us to their neighbors. You will always know where your project stands, what it costs, and why.
Proudly serving Evanston, Skokie, and the North Shore
Hammell Homes is one of the most established home remodelers in Evanston, IL, and we work throughout the surrounding communities. If your home is in any of these areas, we would love to help.
Not sure if you are in our service area? Just ask. We respond within one business day.
What your neighbors are saying
We had a great experiance with Hammell Homes. Rick’s team (contractors, tile installer, electrician and plumbers) were professional and easy to work with. Our bathroom turned out stellar.
Rick and his crew are amazing! We’ve had both bathroom and kitchen renovations done by them, and they worked diligently and did a beautiful job on both! We receive compliments all the time on our new kitchen.
Your home, finally the way you pictured it
The right remodel does more than update a room. It ends the daily frustration of a space that doesn’t work and gives you back the pride of walking into a home you love. The wrong contractor can turn that dream into months of stress and a budget that keeps climbing.
You do not have to settle for either extreme. Choose a local team with 40 years of proof, and get a finished project you are genuinely happy to show off, delivered on time and on budget.
Get a clear, honest estimate and a crew that treats your home like their own, delivered on time and on budget.
Questions homeowners ask before they hire us
How much does a home remodel in Evanston cost?
Every project is different, but you do not have to guess. Use our budget calculator for a quick estimate, or request a free, detailed quote, and we will document the real numbers before any work begins.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Hammell Homes is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured general contractor in Illinois, license number 09LICR-0564.
How long will my project take?
It depends on the scope, and we will give you a realistic timeline up front. We finish 95% of our projects on schedule, and we keep you updated throughout.
Do you handle small jobs, or only full remodels?
Both. We take on everything from a single handyman repair to a complete kitchen, bathroom, or basement renovation.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Evanston, Skokie, and more than 20 communities across the North Shore. If you are nearby and not sure, reach out.
