What Our Clients Are Saying
Over thirty (30) five (5) star reviews!
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When people are considering building a custom home, renovation, or addition, one of the smartest things they can do is look at a builder’s reviews.
Over the years, we’ve been fortunate to receive some wonderful feedback from the families we’ve worked with. Today, Rite-Way Custom Homes has 10 five-star reviews on Google, 31 five-star reviews on Houzz, an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, and 5 five-star ratings on Yelp.
Yelp also shows two lower ratings, but neither of those are from people we’ve actually worked with — including one individual we’ve never even met.
One quick note while you’re researching online. Our company is Rite-Way Custom Homes in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. We’re a family-based business and have been building extraordinary custom homes, additions, and renovations for more than 35 years.
During that time, we’ve completed hundreds of projects in Glen Ellyn, so our team is very familiar with the Village of Glen Ellyn Building Department, along with their permitting and inspection process.
There are a few other construction companies around the Chicago area with similar names — including Rite-Way Construction and Rite-Way Home Remodeling in the northwest suburbs — but we are not affiliated with those companies in any way.
We’ve also been active in our local community for a long time, including more than 20 years as members of the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce, and we’re proud members of the Glen Ellyn Downtown Alliance.
Below on this page, we’ve summarized many of our client reviews so you can hear directly from the people we’ve had the privilege of working with. Thanks so much.
"This is a long overdue review of a major kitchen remodeling project Rite-Way did at our home in October 2022- March 2023. We found Rite-Way to be outstanding and could not be more pleased with their quality of work. With the work having been completed over two years ago, we have lived in our new space and are very impressed with the ongoing quality of their work and the craftsmanship of their cabinets. Marv and Walt worked with us and addressed all of our questions and concerns. Remodeling is never problem-free and unanticipated issues always arise. Marv and Walt were very open and understanding as issues arose. Our village building inspectors were also aware of Rite-Way and once they discovered Rite-Way was our general contractor, the inspections went very smoothly. We had only one issue arise during our warrantee period and Walt followed through on a timely and professional basis and resolved it quickly and professionally with the subcontractor. I highly recommend Rite-Way and the team we had, Connor and Miguel."
"It has been a joy and honor to show off our remodeled townhome to our friends & neighbors over this past year and a half. We feel so warm & comfortable and we owe our thanks to Rite-Way for making our dreams come true. Thanks you for the delicious chocolates! Such a “sweet” gift from a group of wonderful builders. We wish you the very best! Your friends, MKM."
"Dear Marv, Terri & Walt, We have certainly been loving our remodeled home! Thank you so much for making that possible. The process of making our dream a reality could not have happened without your expert design, attention to detail and dedication to our interest. We have loved our working relationship and want to thank you for being dear friends too. Stop by for a visit anytime! 5 Stars *****"
"We had a great experience with Rite-Way. Marv worked with us to scope the project and cost. The proposal was thorough and in line with what we needed. We had them repair some drywall and trim in two rooms. They finished with painting. The work was completed on time and on budget. The quality of the work was perfect. The entire process was smooth and easy."
"We had Rite-Way construct an addition to our ranch home. We had talked to a few companies that just wanted to throw a room (family room) on the back of our house. Rite-Way showed us sketches that included digging out the basement to add office space. The detail carpentry, cabinets, crown and floor mouldings, etc was first class. I highly recommend contacting them for remodeling and new home projects."
"Quality, Value and ease of doing business. A builder around for over 20++ years speaks to the integrity of the company!"
"Rite Way created a beautiful and custom full bathroom on the first floor of our 100 year old home. The restroom was created from a useless small room in the rear of the house and is now one of the most beautiful rooms in the house. We were able to make every decision on finishes from start to finish and were extremely pleased with the end result. The work started at the height of the hottest summer on record and finished days before we returned home from the hospital with our first child. Everything was clean during the construction and the contractors were a joy to have in our home. There is not a single visitor that comes to our home that isn't overly impressed with the way the room turned out and we have not had a single issue with the workmanship or quality of the room. We will continue to use Rite-Way for any renovation project in home, big or small, and cannot recommend them enough!"
"My husband and I have lived in our original ranch style house in Glen Ellyn for the past 61 years. Recently we thought of relocating to a senior apartment facility, but really did not want to move from our home. So, instead we contacted Rite-Way builders and discussed the options of what could be done to “old age proof” our home. The end result was to have them convert one of our bathrooms into a walk-in shower and install a stackable washer and dryer in the closet in our smallest bedroom to eliminate the need to go down the steep stairs to the basement laundry area. In addition, we had walls and woodwork painted in three bedrooms, bathroom, hall and living room, plus other small “jobs” I wanted done. We have been so totally happy with the results. Rite-Way owners are so knowledgeable, offered so many suggestions and were so great to deal with. The work was done in a very timely fashion and was done with the least amount of disruption as possible. Each day tarps were laid down to protect floors and furniture where necessary and removed at the end of the day. All debris was removed from the site each day. Their attention to detail was fantastic. I would highly recommend them to anyone who wants quality work done. In addition to the owners expertise I have to compliment two of their workers who were at our house daily, Miguel and Connor. Their friendliness, expertise and general construction knowledge is to be commended. Thank you Rite-Way for a great job."
"Rite-Way is the place to go when you want the absolute best experience in rehabbing a home. The service has been white glove from meeting with Marv, to designing plans with the architect (Nick), picking custom design finishes (Terri), and communicating with Walt all the way through. If you care about the quality and details of your home, look into Rite-Way. You will not be disappointed."
"I've been working with Rite-Way Custom Homes for many years and I can say without a doubt that they are absolutely a pleasure to work with. The customer service and professionalism is above and beyond what one would expect."
"While designing a home, clients often have not selected a builder. We recommend Rite-Way Custom Homes without hesitation because of their integrity, unbelievable attention to detail, their quality contractors and materials. The completed home, remodel or addition is always beyond the homeowner's expectations!"
"When we purchased our home last year, while we loved inside, we were less thrilled about the outside and wanted to make a change. We spoke to a few contractors, but only Rite-Way truly listened to what we wanted and gave suggestions that helped my vision become a reality. We now have a beautiful entryway and the soffits and trim really gave our home the curb appeal I was looking for. The workmanship was incredible. During the course of the project, if I ever had a concern, they addressed it right away. I am beyond thrilled with the results and would recommend Rite-Way in a heartbeat."
"Rite-Way specializes in beautiful, very high-quality Amish-made cabinets that impressed me a great deal. Although I did not accept Rite-Way's bid on my project, I certainly would have if I had had a large-enough budget to purchase Rite-Way's level of quality. Rite-Way's Marv Ritter was very professional, personable, informative, and accommodating. I was very impressed with the quality of cabinet/drawer/door samples he showed me, and his color CAD illustrations were far superior to those of the other companies from which I requested quotes. I trust these people."
"I’ve worked for 20 + builders in Chicago land area and hands down the team at Rite-Way Custom Homes really goes above beyond anyone I’ve worked with. They are passionate about every aspect, by far the most down to earth hard working individuals I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Keep setting the bar high guys and look forward to working together again."
"We hired Rite-Way to build our first home and they are truly a fully custom home builder. They were very involved in the process from the beginning to the end to ensure the process was smooth. The quality of workmanship is very good and no detail goes unnoticed."
"Marv was absolutely the most professional builder I have ever worked with. His talent and expertise an all aspects of building a home surpassesd all of my expectations. I would highly recommend him from start to finish in building your dream home."
"Terrific floor planning, complete with lighting conceptualization and spatial awareness, including HD computerized 3D-graphics of entire rooms demonstrating effects of shadow and light. Of significant value - the finished carpentry is beyond 5-star; including the highest level of millwork, cased openings, crown moldings, and fireplace surrounds. Respectful subcontractors, easy to work with."
"Rite Way Custom Homes and my design firm collaborated on a remodeling project recently. It was a a great team work and the client was very pleased with the end result. Looking forward to many more projects together!"
"Rite-Way recently completed our new house and overall, we enjoyed working with them. They listened to us and helped transform what we wanted into our dream house. Walt consistently developed countless ideas, sketches and designs for various parts of our house - he has a wealth of home building knowledge. The quality and carpentry was very good! We also think their team of subcontractors are exceptional and great to work with."
"We worked with Rite-Way to design and build our home in 2014-2015. The team was great to work and really focused on making every detail exactly what we wanted. Walt is a very knowledgeable builder and the whole team took great pride in building a home using highest quality materials, expert craftsmen and truly custom. We love our home!"
"Marv and Terri are the utmost professionals to work with when planning your dream home. Their attention to detail and their ability to know their customer is amazing."
"Rite-Way Custom Homes is a great company to work with. They do business the "right way" and are true to their word. You will not be disappointed!"
"We had a pleasure of working with Rite Way Custom Homes and could not ask for a better partner to work with. The entire team is very knowledgeable, always responsive and most importantly always holds their clients' satisfaction as their top priority. We hope to work together on many more projects in the future."
"We were looking for a very particular custom home, one where we could age in place but wasn't obviously ADA compliant. Marv and Walt spent about 12 hours over 4 sessions listening to our design ideas and looking at concept photos. They chose an architect (Nick) who nailed our design concept and who took the extra time to tour the neighborhood to make sure the house "fit". Walt and Marv were true partners throughout the project and were also willing to work with outside artists. Terri was quick to respond to all of our questions. Rite-Way's craftsmanship and quality is outstanding. As a result, we have a house that will let us live here for many years to come and is stunningly beautiful."
"Our company has been working with Rite-Way for many years and they have always been easy to work with. Working with Walt, Marv and Terri is always a wonderful experience. They provide excellent customer service and are very timely in their work. Carradus Land Survey looks forward to continue working with them for years to come!"
"I can't say enough about Marv and the Rite Way team! We live on a very complicated triangle lot, and Marv has spent WEEKS on calls and emails, going back and forth with the village to see what's even possible to build. We would never have even known where to start, and Marv was so kind to deal with all of the complexity for us. I had to post a review even though we're still mid-stream on the project - it says a lot about a company and its people that they're willing to do all of this even before we sign on the dotted line"
"Marv Ritter at Rite-Way helped us refine and improve the design of our Michigan retirement home through interactive CAD (computer aided design) utilizing 2D, 3D and Virtual Reality. It was absolutely amazing to be able to literally walk through the levels of our home with his Virtual Reality System! Marv helped us catch things we never would have thought about from a 1 dimensional design, and assisted with options and advice to make our design better."
"Big shout out to Rite-Way. We were looking for help on a project to our current home. They were prompt, professional and thorough. They offer so many services to a variety of clients. You can count on them if you are looking for a new home or help with your existing one too."
"Mike Bacza, Glen Ellyn. Marv at Rite-Way help me out with a 3-D Layout on a basement that I put together, his help was instrumental with obtaining permits through the local Village. Thanks Again Marv"
"We worked with Marv, Walt and Terri from Rite-Way Custom Homes to visualize and fine tune the blueprint for our new home. Their 2D and 3D architectural software tools helped us to improve our design. This led to an overall lower cost of construction. The team listens and guides. They are responsive and great communicators. We highly recommend you meet with the Rite-Way team before selecting your builder."
"We were looking for a home in Glen Ellyn because we love the walkability of the community. Also, we were relocating from Chicago’s northern suburbs where we had a lovely and stylish ten year old home with a luxury feel and all the upgrades. Being empty nesters, we were looking to get a home that was right sized for us as well. After a few months of looking at homes that did not quite fit the bill, we began to research home builders in the area and were considering buying a home and going through a tear down or significant renovation. We met with several builders, and found that the following things above all else: 1.Experience in construction/renovation of existing homes in Glen Ellyn. 2.Personal service to help explain options and to identify pitfalls (I have a construction background but my wife does not and we were considering a major renovation). 3.Quality in workmanship and design 4.A firm that would be mindful of our budget and schedule. Rite-Way looked as if they checked all of the boxes and I am happy to say that our experience and results exceeded our expectations. We identified a 1930’s era home that had been remodeled over the years and had great curb appeal and a terrific location. We had a renovation budget in mind and had some ambitious ideas for the home. Marv and Walt were instantly enthusiastic about our project and helped us refine our budget so that we could do the renovations we initially thought about within our budget, but also established a contingency budget for items that inevitably pop up (most of which were driven by changes we suggested as opposed to the usual renovation contingencies). They had financing alternatives and contacts for us to take advantage of, and also a great network of subcontractors and suppliers that led us to make great decisions in cabinet and counter designs, fireplace renovations, floor finishes and roofing and gutters. As in every major renovation, there were issues where we struggled with a decision of what to do. Marv and Walt were practical in their approach to our budget and innovative in their approach to our work. Terri handled the financial piece of the renovation very professionally and used a title company for the monthly draws to protect everyone involved. Terri also educated us quickly on everything that Glen Ellyn has to offer residents, she was a real ambassador of goodwill. Our renovation turned out wonderfully, and we highly recommend Rite-Way for a renovation project like ours. The greatest thing about our choice to use Rite-Way was the quality we received, the attention to detail and to our budget, and the relationships that we started that I am sure will go on for years to come. Gary and Linda"
"Everything done by Rite-Way Custom Homes is such high quality. From the design process to the work itself- it is all top notch. The subcontractors that are used by Rite-Way are also best in class. The plumbers went above and beyond for us and I cannot tell you how happy we are with our master bath & closet remodel. We were also so happy with the quality of work completed by the tile installers. The staff members, Miguel and Connor, are beyond helpful and I might even miss them when they're done with our job! Thank you, we love our new master bath!"
"I am a Keller-Williams Realtor based in Glen Ellyn, IL. When my clients have construction, building code or zoning questions, my go-to builder is Marv Ritter at Rite-Way Custom Homes. Marv and the Rite-Way team are well versed in new construction, additions and remodeling. They have published four books designed to help potential clients better understand the key issues. Insightful, helpful and well written books that will help you save thousands, if not tens of thousands, of dollars on your new home, renovation or addition. Marv has so much experience, he is a great resource for those tricky and technological questions...he is on speed dial for my business."
"Rite-Way remodeled our home 10 years ago, and we are as pleased with the changes today as we were in 2008! Walt's knowledge and listening skills were crucial to working together to envision how our 30 year old house could be modified to meet the needs for our future. No area of the main floor was left untouched, and we were thrilled with the high quality results. But, our favorite part of the remodel was the screened in porch! Walt even suggested a fireplace, which we were delighted to implement! To this day, every time we settle on the porch, we feel like we are at a bed and breakfast; it has been life changing for us, as the room encourages rest and relaxation at any time of the day. Thank you Rite-Way!"