Bloomington and Normal, Illinois
Make it the house you never want to leave.
General Contractor in Bloomington-Normal, IL
Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, decks, fencing, electrical and whole home renovations across Bloomington-Normal. You picture the finished room. We handle the trades, the schedule and the punch list.
146 Google reviews
Workmanship warranty
Written estimate
Trades, one contract
Recent projects
Recent projects in Bloomington and Normal
Every photo here is a real Bloomington-Normal job, not a catalog shot. Pick a trade to see more, then click any photo to open it full size.
Composite deck and pergola
Composite decking, a white pergola, aluminum railing and a full stair run down to grade.
Want something like this on your house? Send us a photo and we will tell you what it takes.
Get a Free EstimateWhat we do
What we build, from one trade to all of them
You should not have to be your own project manager. Hand us the whole project and you get one plan, one number, and one company answerable for the finish.
Remodels & Renovations
Kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basements and room additions. The rooms you actually live in.
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Fencing & Decking
Custom decks, patios, pergolas and fences. Outdoor space built to be used, not just looked at.
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Electrical
Service upgrades, rewiring, outlets, recessed lighting, surge protection and smoke detectors.
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Exterior Services
Roofing, siding, gutters, fascia and soffit. The envelope that keeps Illinois weather outside.
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Carpentry
Decades of experience in framing, crown moulding, wainscoting, chair rail and custom trim.
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Flooring
Hardwood, laminate, tile, carpet and vinyl. Old floor out, subfloor prepped, new floor down.
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Insulation
Spray foam, batts, blown-in wall and attic insulation. Warmer in January, cheaper in July.
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HVAC
Heating, air conditioning, ventilation and ductless units. Repairs and new installs.
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Exterior Cleaning
Roof, concrete, siding, gutter and window washing. Protect what you just paid for.
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Why choose Draper
Why homeowners in Bloomington-Normal keep calling us back
You have heard the contractor stories, and some of them are probably yours. Most of our work comes from referrals and repeat clients, which only happens when the finish holds up and the process was worth repeating. We back our workmanship for two years and tell you where things stand every day.
The crew shows up
You know who is coming and what they are working on that day.
Questions get answered
Call or text and you reach someone who has been on the job.
You walk the job
Before the crew leaves, you see what got done and what is next.
You hear it first
Surprises happen. You hear about them before decisions get made.
Our process
Our remodeling process, start to finish
Six steps, the same on a single bathroom remodel and on a full renovation. You always know which one you are in and what happens next.
You call
Tell us the project, big or small. We listen before anyone talks price.
We come look
We walk the space with you, so the scope comes from your house and your vision, not a guess over the phone.
You get a real quote
A detailed quote with the costs, the timeline and exactly what you get at completion.
We follow up
You will have questions. We answer them and adjust the plan until it is the right one.
We build it
Our team gets to work and keeps you informed and involved at every step.
You sign off
We walk the finished project with you. It is not done until it meets your standard.
Step one is a phone call, and it costs nothing.
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Questions homeowners ask before hiring a contractor
Written out plainly, because you should be able to get a real answer before you ever pick up the phone.
Do you warranty your work?
Yes. On most projects we warranty our workmanship for two years, meaning anything that fails because of how we installed it. Materials are a separate thing. Wood in particular will move, split and weather no matter who installs it, which is part of the composite conversation we will have with you before you choose. We will tell you exactly what is covered on your project before you sign.
Do I have to coordinate the different trades myself?
No. That is our job. You are not the one calling around to find out why nobody showed up before the drywall goes on. We run the schedule, and you have one number to call about any part of it.
How will I know what is happening during the project?
Our crews walk the work with you before they leave for the day, so you know what got done and what is planned next. If something comes up between visits, call or text and you reach someone who has been on your project.
Who do I call if there is a problem?
Colby. The company number reaches him directly rather than an office queue or a phone tree. You get a person who has been on your project and can tell you what is going on.
What happens if the project changes once work starts?
Construction can uncover things nobody could see through a wall. How they are handled should not be the surprise. We explain what we found, lay out the options, and talk it through with you before the work moves forward.
Should I get other estimates?
You should. Just make sure you are comparing the same project. Two estimates can look like the same job while including very different materials, scope, allowances, permits and responsibilities. Compare the whole project, not only the bottom line.
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Ask us directlyService area
Serving Bloomington, Normal and the surrounding towns
We work where we live. Staying close to home is what lets us show up the same week and come back when you need us, instead of losing half a day driving to an estimate.
Our shop is on South Hershey Road in Bloomington. Most of our work is in Bloomington and Normal, and we take projects in the towns within about half an hour of the shop.
Reviews
What Bloomington-Normal homeowners say
4.9146 Google reviews
Tore an old deck down and built a solid new deck that will last years with minimal upkeep. Good communication, showed up promptly, answered all questions.
Jeanna R.Deck replacementCommunication was great throughout the whole process and Colby was always quick to answer any questions we had. Completed the project on time and to our satisfaction.
Brian B.Driveway, step and railingWe needed our old deck replaced with a larger one. Colby was able to work out some design options, including a privacy wall that exceeded our expectations.
Wendy S.Deck constructionNo job is too big or too small. I love how he pays attention to the littlest details as if he is working on his own home.
Tracey L.Repeat customer, two yearsEvery one of these is a verified Google review from a local homeowner.
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Start your home transformation
Tell us what you are picturing and where it is. We come look in person, then send a detailed quote with the costs and the timeline.
Do it and you get the room you have been putting off for two years. Put it off again and you get another winter working around the house you already own.
Call or text. It reaches Colby, not an answering service.
1005 S Hershey Rd, Bloomington, IL 61704
Mon to Fri 8:30 to 4:30 · Sat by appointment
Licensed and insured in Illinois