Whether you’re remodeling your kitchen or building out a restaurant, understanding the differences between residential and commercial construction can save you time, money, and headaches. At Redeveloped Properties, we do both — and that dual expertise gives our clients a significant advantage.
The Key Differences
Permits and Code Requirements
Residential projects typically involve local building permits and standard building codes. Commercial projects add layers: fire marshal inspections, ADA compliance, health department approvals (for restaurants), commercial electrical and plumbing codes, and often more rigorous structural requirements.
Timeline and Scheduling
Residential remodels can often flex around a homeowner’s schedule. Commercial projects usually have hard deadlines — a restaurant needs to open, a lease is ticking, or a business is losing revenue every day the space isn’t ready. This demands tighter project management and crew coordination.
Budget Complexity
Commercial budgets involve more line items: commercial-grade materials, specialized equipment, contractor insurance requirements, and often union labor considerations. Residential budgets are typically more straightforward but still require careful management to avoid scope creep.
Our Residential Work
On the residential side, Redeveloped Properties handles:
- Full kitchen and bathroom remodels
- Home additions and structural modifications
- Complete house flips — from acquisition to sale
- Basement finishing
- Custom cabinetry and millwork
- Flooring, painting, and finish work
We’ve completed dozens of residential projects across Chicago’s western suburbs, from Naperville to Oak Park, Downers Grove to River Forest.
Our Commercial Work
Commercial projects require a different level of expertise:
- Restaurant buildouts and renovations (like Lucca Osteria in Oak Brook)
- Commercial kitchen equipment installation — we partner with MEIKO USA to install commercial dishwashing systems for restaurants, airports, correctional facilities, and catering operations nationwide
- Recent MEIKO projects include installations at Gate Gourmet facilities, Do&Co Catering, and Chevron corporate dining
- Retail space buildouts
- Office renovations and tenant improvements
Why One Contractor for Both Matters
Most contractors specialize in either residential or commercial. We do both, and here’s why that matters:
- We bring commercial-grade project management to residential jobs — meaning tighter timelines and better communication
- We bring residential attention to detail to commercial jobs — because finishes matter whether it’s a home or a restaurant
- We understand costs across both sectors, so we can advise on the most cost-effective approach
- Our crew is versatile and experienced in both environments
Ready to Start Your Project?
Whether you’re planning a kitchen remodel or a full commercial buildout, Redeveloped Properties has the experience to deliver. Call Tim Wangler at (630) 534-0866 or email tim@timwangler.com.