Reviews

Where does one begin? From the first meeting, you can tell these guys know what they are doing! They were always on time and very responsive to all our questions and concerns. Even though they created minimal mess, which is a surprise for what they do, the mess they made would be cleaned each day before they left. Since I have an older house, they even put in new insulation where they had to access the attic because “tomorrow is gonna be a cold day and we didn’t want you guys to get cold.” Can you ask for more of a professional group of guys working on your house? Let me answer that, definitely not. If you’re in need to remove a supporting wall, I can guarantee there is no other company better qualified and equally professional!!!

I needed to replace a wooden beam in a house that was over 100 years old in Chicago. I used American beam and steel for this job. From the very first appointment I knew Mark was professional, knew precisely what needed to be done to rectify my situation and I was confident he would successfully complete the job on time and on budget. In the end I wasn’t wrong about my assumptions and I am very happy with the end result. Would highly recommend this company for any type of structure work. Jim the office person was good with communication and Jeremy the other guy working with Mark was great to work with day to day and he and Mark answered all my questions and explained to me the different parts of what they were doing which made me even more comfortable.

Highly recommend, Mark and Jim are A+. Very responsive and communicative, answered all questions and concerns I had, also without making me feel stupid. After working with them, even after just a short time, I felt not only more confident in my projects moving forward but also like there was someone “on my team.” Good dudes doing good work, you won’t be disappointed.

We had a great experience with Mark and the team. Mark came out to assess some structural issues that came up on our home inspection. He is very knowledgeable and fun to talk to, and he put our minds at ease with buying the home. They replaced a large beam and re-supported several joists, many of which were in very difficult areas to reach. Everyone was very professional and did a fantastic job. They worked quickly and cleaned up the workspace nicely when they were finished. We will definitely hire them again.

I can’t say enough great things about Mark, Jim and American Beam & Steel. We ran into an issue with our new house and got over anxious. I spoke with Mark, and he made me feel so much more comfortable after. They came and were as professional as can be. The house is not sinking and we are going to recommend them undoubtedly to anyone who should need any of their services. The crew that came along with Mark, both Jeremy and Daryl, were both extremely nice and professional. Thank you and great job guys!

American Beam & Steel installed a new 60+ ft steel beam span in my basement, and reinforced existing floor joists for both first and second floors. They have great customer service and are extremely knowledgeable in their field of work – Mark has years of expertise, and was able to tailor our solution so it would provide the proper support for our home for years to come, but maintain our existing ceiling heights. He explained the work in a way that was easy to understand, and made sure we were kept up to date throughout the project. He, Jeremy and Darryl did impeccable work, were very professional and kept a clean job site. Jim in the office was able to accommodate a tight turnaround with our existing renovation schedule, was available to discuss the project at virtually any time I needed to ask a question, and this was all during the holiday season. Can’t recommend this company enough.

If only ALL contractors and tradespeople were as good as this team. Great communication, follow through, honest, and ON TIME. Unheard of with most contractors these days. We were looking to replace our wood basement beam and posts with steel so scheduled Mark to come out and inspect. He listened to my concerns, looked at our property, and said while he would love our business recommended we save our money or use it elsewhere. Everything appears to be very structurally sound, great material, and normal. If we ever need work or if I hear of anyone that does, Mark and Jim are my first and only call.

We used American Beam and Steel for structural work at our house. Mark and his crew, Darrel and Jeremy did fine work on the columns and beam project: We would highly recommend their work based on quality and pricing. They allowed me to see the process and did good clean-up afterward. Thank you so much!

I was truly impressed by the professionalism, punctuality, and quality of the product American Beam & Steel provided. Mark and Jim are very knowledgeable in their respective areas of expertise. My husband and I purchased a property that needed some updating. We decided we wanted an ”open-concept” house, therefore we decided to have two walls removed, one load-bearing the other non-load-bearing. I researched the process and cost of removing a load-bearing wall and began the search for a licensed company that could accomplish our goals. During my research, all roads ended at American Beam & Steel, so I decided to give them a call. Jim (Sales) spoke to my husband and me. Jim answered each and every question we had, which were many, as if we were family. He was very patient and friendly. Mark (Owner) did the actual physical work along with his team. The team came into my home as scheduled, performed the necessary work, and cleaned the area before they left. I’ve dealt with many contractors and have to say this process was seamless. I would recommend American Beam & Steel and will definitely use them again in the future.

We hired American Beam & Steel (“ABS”) to assess and correct the structural support in our crawl space. ABS first performed a laser level assessment to determine the severity and locations of where the ground floors were not level. Based on their findings, which they shared with us, ABS submitted a proposal for the work that needed to be done. We had quotes from other companies but ABS was the most reasonable for almost exactly the same work to be performed. We needed new pads poured, existing supports replaced and an additional beam with supports installed. Everything was completed in two weeks and all work areas were cleaned and communication was top notch. We can’t say enough just how happy we were to have found ABS. From Mark and Jim to Darryl and Jeremy, everyone was responsive, professional and timely – throw in some good humor as a bonus. The entire experience was great, from start to finish. We would highly recommend ABS as they epitomize the meaning of client relations and services.

LOOK NO FURTHER. You have found one GREAT company. You are probably reading this because you just recently found out you may have a structural problem with your home. If are like we were when we found out, you are unsure who to use for the repair, you are nervous about what it’s going to involve, and perhaps a little aggravated that this is even happening. I am here to tell you, RELAX!! LOOK NO FURTHER. You have found one GREAT company to help you. I normally do not write a company review, but I wanted to let other concerned homeowners know what a good choice American Beam and Steel is for your issue. We had a problem below the work area with large very fragile items that could not easily be moved. Going into this project, I was quite nervous about damage. Mark was OUTSTANDING in explaining the whole process and in addressing all my concerns. When the big day came, within a couple hours, I realized we were in good hands. These guys were true professionals who really knew what they were doing. As a matter of fact, in talking with them, I found out they each had decades of experience, and as a crew, have worked together for many years. This was one sharp well-seasoned crew. As for the fragile items, not a single scratch. They showed tremendous respect and care for our situation and our home in general. Mark and Jim genially cared about doing the job right and about our complete satisfaction. It is hard to find that kind of integrity with the solid experience and quality of workmanship you feel comfortable with. It is easy to see why they are in demand. Considering the scope of the project, overall, it turned out to be a good experience, and with a perfect outcome! I would give more stars, but I can only do five! Highly recommended!!

I can’t say enough good things about working with Jim & Mark from American Beam & Steel. Not only did our project go quickly & seamlessly, but the communication was top-notch. It can be difficult to find trustworthy tradesmen with great communication skills and I was so happy to find ABS! They kept in constant communication throughout the project and did everything they could to make sure it got done correctly and on-time. If you need help with a structural matter in your home….call them!!

The prospective buyer of our home had a constructeral concern with our home and was ready to void the contract. Luckily we found American Beam and Steel. Mark and Jim could not have been more helpful. Mark came out the same day and assessed the situation, it was obvious from the beginning that he was a real pro and new what he was doing. He explained the solution and followed up, in a timely manner, with a very fair quote and a on site date. Mark met our buyer and his agent at our house where he walked them through his solution and even satisfied other concerns they had. I have never experienced customer service like this. This is my first review of a company but I had to let people know about American Beam and Steel.

Jim and Mark were a very professional team. Mark came out and surveyed our issues. Mark came back as a 3-man crew and miraculously and beautifully completed a project in one day that other companies, coming through Home Advisor, had quoted us as requiring a minimum of a week to complete. We are extremely pleased with the work that they did and highly recommend American Beam and Steel. Like

Amazing experience and team. I read a review earlier that said the team was not prompt in communication but not my experience at all. Had multiple contractors come in and ABS was by far the best – in price, recommended work, communication. Mark takes time to explain things thoroughly, and Jim was always prompt in communication. Honest, not pushy at all – Will use them for any structural foundation repairs in the future. Thanks team!

We are very satisfied with the work performed at our home. Mark and Mike were on time, respectful and completed the job as described in the bid. Our home was treated with care and very little dust was left. We are confident that our sagging ceiling has been fixed with the installation of a new support beam. We highly recommend American Beam & Steel.

This year has been difficult for all of us, but in the midst of all that our nation is going through I found a BRIGHT SHINING LIGHT in American Beam and Steel. These guys have SAVED MY HOUSE!!!!!! I had serious rotting of the beams, subflooring and sill plate. It was a legitmate hazard. Not only did they replace the beams, subflooring and sill plate in TWO DAYS, they replaced the rotting front deck as well. They will be back this weekend to install a brand new front door also. All I need to do, is re-tile the threshold. All of this, for a very fair and reasonable price. If it weren’t for the HUMANITY the owner and employees of this company showed me, I would not have been able to get the desperatley needed work done. Grateful and impressed are not good enough words to express how I feel about them, and the stellar job they have done. There ARE still good people AND good companies looking out for us little guys in this world. American Beam and Steel is proof of that. Jim, Mark, Darryl, and Jeremy were very professional and just all around great people. If anyone needs beam or subflooring work done, THESE ARE YOUR GUYS!!!!!! If you need work done, call and ask for the owner Jim. He is an amazing guy, and he will get the job done, and done right. All while treating the customer like family. I could not be more pleased with the work, and service they have provided

Great company! All I can say is thank you! American beam and steel came to our home to do some repairs that we needed in our crawl. We were in the process of selling our home . When the inspector came he recommend some work was needed to be done . We got two opinions one from Atlas restoration, the other from American beam and steel . Oddly enough Atlas came back with a ridiculous number double of what American beam and steel came back with. Im so glad we decided to call American beam and steel ! They did the job in one day !Honest, reliable company. I highly recommend .

I spent WEEKS looking for good contractors to get our joist work done but once I contacted AB&S it was easy from start to finish. They got thier engineer out quickly who diagnosed our issue, worked WITH me on the bid and made sure we were comfortable with the timing of the project and it got done fast. Incredibly friendly staff, easy pick for my next project.

We could not be happier with our experience with American Beam & Steel. Jim and Mark were both wonderful to deal with. They said what they would do and then they did it and surpassed our expectations in every way. This is a team of professionals that I highly recommend and we would hire them again in a heartbeat. Thanks again Jim & Mark & your whole crew!

We had a question about some brown spots on one of our floor joists and Jim was very accommodating and responsive in giving us advice. He put our concerns at ease and answered our questions satisfactorily. We ended up not using them at this time but we will definitely keep them in mind in case we do. Thank, Jim for your timely response.

From the very beginning, I found AB&S to be extremely responsive and helpful. My situation was a repair that they could handle for me, but not one they typically take on. We had an issue in our attic with a rafter not properly secured to the ridge beam. Jim advised me on how to find someone to repair it, but offered to have Mark come out if I could not find someone. Eventually I had to call back to ask for help. Dawn was extremely helpful as was Jim. We made arrangements for Mark to come out and make the repair. If you want to get a sense of who these folks are and how responsible and helpful they are, watch the video on their web site. Mark is a knowledgable, personable guy who gets things done. Very relatable and the kind of guy you would like to grab a beer with. He made the repair, chatted for a bit and then was on his way. This is a trustworthy, efficient and very likable group of people that seem to be totally focused on solving your issue. Can’t recommend them highly enough!

I used Home Advisors to find help in repairing a rotted sill plate in the garage. Having Jim contact me and Mark come to the house for the inspection has been a very pleasant experience. Their knowledge and professionalism is outstanding. The work was accomplished and looks great. I would highly recommend them to others and would use their service again.

I called American Beam & Steel because I was concerned that I my home had structural issues related to my columns and beams. I spoke to Jim and he was very helpful, informative, and friendly and scheduled a consultation for that weekend. The founder Mark came and upon inspection explained to me that my home was structurally sound and that I had nothing to worry about. What a relief! I would 100% recommend AB&S! I learned a lot from their cool Instagram page too.

I contacted American Beam and Steel to check out some structural issues in my crawl and attic. They promptly did the inspection and gave me an estimate soon thereafter. A few days later, Mark arrived as promised and completed the job without issue. They were easy to deal with (Mark and Jim), and answered all of my questions. Nice people! High integrity people!

I highly recommend American Beam Steel! Very detailed and took the time to explain what needed to be done and why. We had a very unique issue in that our support beam heaved and “pushed up” the second story of our home! Mark and Jim kept us informed the entire way. So easy to work with and very personable!!

If you are looking for a professional licensed contractor who will guarantee their work, look no further than American Beam & Steel. They did an amazing job and cannot recommend them enough.

I have been in the engineering industry for 32 years and it is still nerve racking when working in my own home…. Jim and Mark and their crews are awesome. Very professional no hard sells. They did great work!! The entire process was painless!! I would definitely recommend them!!!

Mark and Jim were spectacular! Jim with the customer service and Mark with actually service of installation. Installation was quick and the guys cleaned up behind themselves! Thanks again Mark and Jim fantastic job!

cannot find a better beam company. they installed a 24ft by 16 inch to my carport in the dead of winter. it was the coldest week of the winter but the got the job done perfect highly recommend these people

It truly was a pleasure to have some professional tradesmen performed their duties in a professional way. Myself being a tradesmen for over 3-1/2 decades, I know the difference. Work done in a timely manner and help to insure my investment. Thank you very much.

American Beam & Steel were very professional, prompt and completed the job as assessed. I would highly recommend them!

Absolute joy to work with. Communication was prompt and precise. Quality of work was outstanding. Mark and Jim make a great team.

Very professional. Excellent work!

We have nothing but excellent reviews for this company. They were professional pleasant And timely in all our interactions. They are true men of the word as they delivered when they said they were going to. Not having knowledge of construction Mark walked us through it step-by-step which is very reassuring. They also went the extra mile in providing us with additional tradesmen resources. You can see they take pride in their work and really try to assist the homeowner as much as possible. Thank you to American Steel and Beam We would recommend this company to any homeowner.

In 1918 a builder put a pipe through a joist. For one hundred years, everything was fine and nobody cared. Until, one day, in 2020, the worst condo association president of all-time, Maureen S (whose throat is too big for her neck)., decided that the joist had to be “fixed” immediately. I needed help and American Beam was there to support me structurally and emotionally. i worked with Mark and Jim. Mark was tall and slender like a beam so I assumed he would know how to work with beams. Jim was more regular shaped and I assumed he could do great administration the way regular shaped people do. The crew came in and put up plywood gussets to reinforce the joist. THEY WORKED. The condo association president shut up which was the true goal of this project. As a bonus – the building hasn’t fallen down so maybe the gussets are also structurally helpful but I don’t care – Maureen S. has shut up. I can’t recommend American Beam enough. They are definitely one of my top five plywood gusset companies. If you have joist structure issues, you have to call Mark and Jim. If you don’t have structure issues, I suggest you get a sledgehammer and get some structure issues so you can work with these guys.

American Beam and Steel did an absolutely marvelous job replacing the wooden structural beam in my property in the Woodlawn community. The house itself was built in 1890 and it needed updated structural support. The gentlemen at American Beam and Steel worked with me in determining what would be the best structural solution for this particular building. They provided two options with ample reasoning for each one. I chose the one that would ultimately satisfy my design and use for the property. The job was cost-efficient and professionally completed in a timely fashion. I highly recommend American Beam and Steel.

We hired American Beam and Steel (ABS) to complete steel beam & structural framing work on our home. The work was completed in the crawl space to reinforce the housing foundation and floors with concrete footing, steel columns and beams It was one of the best experiences that we’ve had with a company! It was a distinct pleasure to work with Dawn R, Jim E, Mark H, Darryl R and the entire ABS Crew. From start to finish, the crew was very professional, punctual, neat, and responsive to questions regarding the work. They were not short of communication both verbally and written. I loved this most. We knew what to expect and how long the project would take. From my first phone call to the company when I was greeted by Dawn with the warmest and most sincere concern for what our needs were regarding our home to the last phone call made to Jim to thank him for the work completed by Mark and the ABS Crew, it was a phenomenal experience! I seriously felt like family. American Beam and Steel is a company that truly cares about ensuring quality work at a fair price and customer satisfaction. We no longer hear the squeaking we once heard in parts of our house and the foundation is so strong that we can build two kitchens on top of one another and the house will stand strong. I found ABS on Angie’s List and Angie hasn’t failed me yet

LOOK NO FURTHER. You have found one GREAT company. You are probably reading this because you just recently found out you may have a structural problem with your home. If are like we were when we found out, you are unsure who to use for the repair, you are nervous about what it’s going to involve, and perhaps a little aggravated that this is even happening. I am here to tell you, RELAX!! LOOK NO FURTHER. You have found one GREAT company to help you.

I normally do not write a company review, but I wanted to let other concerned homeowners know what a good choice American Beam and Steel is for your issue. We had a problem below the work area with large very fragile items that could not easily be moved. Going into this project, I was quite nervous about damage. Mark was OUTSTANDING in explaining the whole process and in addressing all my concerns.
When the big day came, within a couple hours, I realized we were in good hands. These guys were true professionals who really knew what they were doing. As a matter of fact, in talking with them, I found out they each had decades of experience, and as a crew, have worked together for many years. This was one sharp well-seasoned crew. As for the fragile items, not a single scratch. They showed tremendous respect and care for our situation and our home in general.

Mark and Jim genuinely cared about doing the job right and about our complete satisfaction. It is hard to find that kind of integrity with the solid experience and quality of workmanship you feel comfortable with. It is easy to see why they are in demand. Considering the scope of the project, overall, it turned out to be a good experience, and with a perfect outcome! I would give more stars, but I can only do five! Highly recommended!!

We had extensive damage & mold in our crawlspace. Mark & Jim rebuilt and corrected these problems with such accuracy and professional workmanship. They were on time, fair, and went beyond the call of duty. We would recommend them for anyone who has these problems. Also, we are keeping his number! Thank You Mark & Jim!

Mark and Jim Were very professional. They went out of their way to get our job done. They fit it in between other things they were doing. Top-notch company. Excellent communication. I can recommend them without reservation.

Mark and Jim did an excellent job on a deck tear down and rebuild on my single-family home. They were very professional, accommodating to our needs and schedule and the results were top-notch. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again.

Mark, Mark, and Jim were great to work with. They installed a 24′ support beam and a 12′ support beam in my house to allow for my open floor plan. They were punctual and tidy and able to knock my project in two days. I would definitely recommend them!

Mark came out to evaluate and give an estimate and was friendly, thorough, and informative. He displayed a greater knowledge and capacity for the work … so I chose ABS … and very glad I did! Mark came out with the team … on time and they got straight to work. Everyone was courteous and respectful of the house and cleaned up after themselves when they were done. Afterwards Mark and I went into the crawlspace so he could show me what they’d done, and even went the extra mile in explaining the characteristics of the crawlspace and how to ensure it stays dry and free of cracking. I’ve had a lot of work done on houses over the years, and Mark and his team are among the best I’ve ever hired. I’d recommend them in a heartbeat!

Boy are we lucky to have found ABS! We had several cracked and damaged joists that needed sistering in our condo. Mark and Jim provided us with an honest quote and were responsive throughout the process. Mark clearly knows his stuff from years of experience and is a true craftsman. Jim provided excellent documentation of the job, from start to finish. Both are extremely patient and took the time to answer all of our questions, from beginning to end. We were very happy with our overall experience with ABS and would recommend them to anyone in need of structural work to their home. Diamonds in the rough!

Exceeded expectations from the first call. We had sudden damage to our home due to a falling tree. Mark contacted us immediately and was able to give us a quote very quickly. All communications were always timely and very thorough; in fact, I don’t remember even leaving a voicemail because my call was always answered. We felt like our concerns and needs were being listened to and were never rushed or hassled with anything. Mark and his team went above and beyond … and communicating not only with us but with our other contractors as well. On the day scheduled, the team showed up on time/early and had everything they needed. The quality of the work was outstanding and is backed by a warranty. We were treated as friends and spoken to with respect by the whole team. Highly recommend them!

I needed some steel beams to replace the jacks I had in my basement. These guys were the GREATEST!!! Not only did they have plenty of patience with me since I’m a first-time homebuyer but they also shared so much knowledge on the way my old house was constructed. they worked with me throughout the process and on my very short time frame (only 4 days from estimate to completion). They provided me with a letter to show the village so that I wouldn’t have any issues later down the line. If I could rate them 100☆ I would!! They are extremely professional, tidy, and have amazing customer service; definitely better than any other contractor I’ve dealt with!

These guys are awesome. I put my house on the market but people kept saying your floors are off, that’s when I called American Beam & Steel. Mark came out & took a look & gave me a quote for the foundation but after further inspecting, we discovered mold in the crawl space, what a nightmare… Well, Jim & Mark did an excellent job fixing my foundation & getting rid of the mold. It took a while but they were there every step of the way. They are truly my heroes, If it wasn’t for them I would have never been able to sell my house. They are honest & dependable & take pride in their work. I would definitely recommend them.

Mark, Jim and American Beam & Steel are great. Very knowledgeable about our structural issue. They came in to perform the initial evaluation and were even able to explain to my wife the process of column and beam replacement, including the footing. They were on schedule and within the proposed budget. They cleaned up their area as if they had not even been there. Very good company to work with! I was pleased, and my wife was very happy with their service!

They did an outstanding job. They took the stress out of the whole situation. We bought a house that had some deflection issues because the house was not built to code. After they put in the required extra support walls in the crawl space to make the floors level, we no longer have bouncy floors! The process from start to finish was quick and easy with them cleaning up after they were done. It was like they were never there. I would definitely recommend them to anyone.

I can’t compliment AB&S enough for the truly outstanding work they did in replacing a rotting outside beam with one that will last for decades and centuries. They secured our business prior to the beam replacement by coming out and providing us with a very honest assessment and then providing us with a truly fair price. Their quality of work is truly amazing and replaced the beam with such precision that the structural integrity of our house was better than what it was prior to the beam replacement. I sleep better because of the amazing work they did to provide us with peace of mind knowing the upper story of our house will not fall down!

Working with Jim and Mark was a very pleasurable experience. I was at wit’s end trying to find a company willing to address my floor joist problem caused by termites. After viewing my floor joists, Mark relieved a lot of my anxiety with his repair solution of providing support to the joists rather than removing and replacing them. He confirmed my observations that the joists were not badly damaged even though another contractor claimed that they were and had recommended removal and replacement. I can’t be more satisfied with the work that took place.

Mark and Jim are absolute professionals. They did an excellent job on our house that needed additional steel beam support. American Beam and Steel provided detailed communication (verbal, e-mail, and digitally) throughout the project and their prices were substantially lower than all local competitors. I highly recommend!

We are very satisfied with the work performed at our home. Mark and Mike were on time, respectful, and completed the job as described in the bid. Our home was treated with care and very little dust was left. We are confident that our sagging ceiling has been fixed with the installation of a new support beam. We highly recommend American Beam & Steel.