About Us

Who We Are

Chicago's General Contractor Since 2013

Maya Construction Group was founded in 2013 on Chicago's northwest side with a straightforward mission: deliver residential construction work that holds up, on a schedule that doesn't drag, at a price that's honest from day one. Over the past decade, we've grown from a two-person framing crew to a full-service general contracting company serving homeowners from Portage Park to Jefferson Park, Irving Park, Norwood Park, and beyond. Our 4.8-star Google rating across 103 verified reviews reflects what we've always believed — that quality work speaks for itself.

As a licensed, bonded, and fully insured general contractor in the City of Chicago, we self-perform the core trades — framing, finish carpentry, tile work — and maintain long-term relationships with the plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians we trust on every job. We don't subcontract blindly. Every person on a Maya Construction Group project has been vetted and held to the same standard we apply to our own crew. That consistency is why Chicago homeowners come back to us when it's time for the next phase of their renovation.

"I started this company because I was tired of watching homeowners get burned by contractors who overpromised and underdelivered. Chicago families work hard for their homes. They deserve a builder who shows up, does what he said he'd do, and doesn't disappear when a problem comes up. That's what Maya Construction Group is built on — and it's not going to change."

Rafael Maya, Founder & Lead Contractor

The People Behind the Work

Meet Our Team

Experienced, accountable, and invested in every project we take on.

Rafael Maya

Founder & Lead Contractor

Rafael has been in Chicago residential construction for over 18 years. He personally oversees every project scope and is on-site for every critical inspection and milestone.

Diana Reyes

Project Manager

Diana coordinates schedules, subcontractors, permit submissions, and client communication across all active projects. She is your primary point of contact throughout your build.

James Kowalski

Lead Carpenter

James has 15 years of finish carpentry and structural framing experience across Chicago's north and northwest neighborhoods. His precision on trim, cabinets, and custom millwork is a hallmark of every Maya project.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Three commitments that guide every estimate, every build, and every client relationship.

Radical Transparency

Every estimate we provide is itemized and honest. We don't use low bids to win jobs and change orders to recover margin. You see exactly what you're paying for, and why, before a single tool comes out.

Accountable Execution

We set milestones and we hit them. When something unexpected comes up — and in renovation, it sometimes does — we communicate immediately, present options, and get the project back on track without drama.

Built to Last

Chicago winters expose every flaw in construction. We build with materials and methods meant to last 30 years, not to look good at final walkthrough and fail two winters later. Our warranty reflects that confidence.

Chicago's General Contractor Since 2013

Meet Our Team

Our Core Values

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