Contractor software in Chicago.
Renovate is the contractor CRM for renovation contractors serving Chicago, Evanston, Naperville, and Cook County.
Kitchen renovation
$50,000 to $90,000
Mid range all in cost in Chicago
Bathroom renovation
$25,000 to $44,000
Mid range all in cost in Chicago
Top trades in demand
- Kitchen remodels
- Basement finishes
- Whole home renovations
What Renovate ships for Chicago contractors
Every tool a renovation shop needs to quote, close, invoice, and get paid.
Estimates that close
Line itemized quotes with markup, taxes, images, and one click accept. Convert accepted estimates into invoices in one tap. Tuned for Chicago renovation projects.
Milestone billing built in
Split any total into deposit, demo, rough in, cabinet install, and punch list. Invoice each stage. Get paid on time on every Chicago, IL project.
Renovate AI mockups
Turn a photo of any room into a photorealistic renovation mockup in about 30 seconds. Attach to every estimate. 50 previews per month on Pro, 100 on Pro Plus.
Full contacts and pipeline
Every lead, active client, and past customer in one place. Weighted revenue forecast, kanban pipeline, and stale deal alerts.
Stripe Connect payouts
Connect Stripe Connect so clients can pay online. Funds land directly in your bank. Renovate takes zero percent.
Built for the Chicago market
Bungalow, greystone, and two flat renovations dominate the neighborhood market. Basement finishes and kitchen remodels lead demand in Lincoln Park, Logan Square, and Oak Park.
Chicago market
What renovation demand looks like locally
Bungalow, greystone, and two flat renovations dominate the neighborhood market. Basement finishes and kitchen remodels lead demand in Lincoln Park, Logan Square, and Oak Park.
Licensing note
The City of Chicago requires a general contractor licence issued by the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. Insurance and bonding are mandatory.
Chicago contractor CRM FAQ
Is Renovate a good contractor CRM for Chicago renovation shops?+
Yes. Renovate ships for renovation contractors serving Chicago, Evanston, Naperville, and Cook County. Estimates, milestone invoices, contacts, pipeline, tasks, schedule, storefront, and Renovate AI room mockups from $29.99 per month with unlimited users.
What does a mid range kitchen renovation cost in Chicago?+
A mid range kitchen renovation in Chicago typically runs $50,000 to $90,000 all in. Costs vary 15 to 30 percent based on cabinet tier, appliance package, and layout complexity.
What does a mid range bathroom renovation cost in Chicago?+
A mid range bathroom renovation in Chicago typically runs $25,000 to $44,000 all in for a full remodel including tile, vanity, plumbing rework, and fixtures.
Do I need a contractor licence to renovate in Chicago?+
The City of Chicago requires a general contractor licence issued by the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. Insurance and bonding are mandatory.
How much does Renovate cost?+
Two plans. Pro at $29.99 per month with the full CRM, estimates, milestone invoices, contacts, pipeline, tasks, schedule, storefront, and 50 Renovate AIs per month. Pro Plus at $59.99 per month with a public storefront URL and 100 Renovate AIs per month. Unlimited users on both plans.
Can I use Renovate on my phone at a job site in Chicago?+
Yes. Renovate ships native iOS and Android apps with the full feature set. Send estimates, log payments, invoice milestones, and capture Renovate AI mockups directly from your phone at any job site.
Also serving
Renovate is live for contractors across USA and Canada
Run your Chicago renovation business like a pro.
Estimates, milestone invoices, pipeline, and Renovate AI room mockups. From $29.99 per month with unlimited users.