Moller Builders Blog

Explore expert insights, design inspiration, and practical advice from the team at Moller Builders. Whether you’re planning a kitchen remodel, building a home addition, or simply looking to enhance your space, our blog offers tips, trends, and real-world guidance to help you make informed decisions. Stay updated on the latest in home renovation and construction—rooted in our experience serving homeowners across Skokie and the North Suburbs of Chicago.

 

Smart Home Addition Ideas to Increase Your Living Space and Value

Running out of space at home? You’re not alone. Whether your family is growing, you’re working from home more, or you simply want extra room...

Everything You Need to Know About Adding a Second Story to Your Chicago Home

If you love your home and your neighborhood but feel like you’re running out of space, a second story addition might be the perfect solution....

Second Story Addition in Chicago, IL

Project Overview This 650-square-foot second-story addition was designed to expand living space while preserving the character of the original Chicago home. The homeowners needed more...

Step-by-Step Guide to Securing a Chicago Remodel Permit

If you’re dreaming of a gleaming new kitchen, a spa-inspired bathroom, or a cozy finished basement in your Chicago home, you’re not alone. But before...

What to Expect When Building a Custom Home in Wilmette

Dreaming of a home designed just for you? Building a custom home in Wilmette offers the opportunity to bring your vision to life in one...

Luxury Additions in Kenilworth: Guest Suites, Wine Cellars,& More

Why Kenilworth Homeowners Upgrade Instead of Moving Kenilworth’s tree-lined streets, lakefront vistas, and small-town charm make it hard to leave once you’re here. Yet households...

Sunroom vs. Screened Porch: Which One Fits Your Glencoe Lifestyle

Why Outdoor Living Spaces Matter in Glencoe Lake breezes, mature trees, and family-friendly neighborhoods make Glencoe ideal for enjoying the outdoors—until mosquitos, humidity, or January...

Story Additions in Glencoe: What You Need to Know About Zoning

If you love your home’s location but need more space, a second-story addition could be the perfect solution—especially in a beautiful, established community like Glencoe,...

How to Plan a Seamless Home Addition in Deerfield

A home addition is one of the best ways to get more space without moving—especially in a place like Deerfield, where charm and location matter....

What Is Design-Build? Saving You Time & Money in Glenview

If you’re planning a custom home or large-scale renovation in Glenview, there’s a good chance you’ve come across the term “design-build.” But what is design-build,...