The best home & garden pros in McHenry County

Home-decor chain stocking a variety of furnishings, bedding, kitchenware, holiday goods & more.

Little Board Woodworking builds solid wood bathroom vanities and custom cabinets by hand in Chicago, using sustainably sourced lumber and 0 VOC finishes, then backs it with a lifetime guarantee. If your Algonquin home needs storage with actual soul, these are pieces you live with, not just install.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, September 12, 2026

Whether you need hand-watered perennials and annuals under their expansive covered shopping area or a new tree to anchor the yard, Whispering Hills Garden & Landscape Center has you covered.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, September 16, 2026

Retail chain featuring an eclectic array of imported housewares, furniture, decor & specialty foods.

Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.

Home-decor chain stocking a variety of furnishings, bedding, kitchenware, holiday goods & more.

A Treasure Again is the local paint spot for DIYers tackling furniture makeovers, touch ups, and full-on color pivots. They stock quality furniture paints and finishes so your next scuffed-into-stylish project feels less like a gamble, more like a small victory.

From the McHenry newsletter, September 8, 2026

Chain retailer selling a wide array of spring, memory foam & adjustable mattresses.

If your weeknight pasta deserves an upgrade, Kitchen Outfitters has the good stuff... clever gadgets, PFAs free OXO ceramic bakeware, Eater x Heritage Steel pans, Urban Tokyo tableware, and Vain Vanilla extracts. Friendly pros help you zero in on what actually makes cooking easier and more fun.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, September 30, 2026

If your dining table is due for an upgrade, Reclaimed handcrafts tables for life with custom or semi-custom options so you choose the shape, size, and finish that actually fit your home. They even have ready-to-ship pieces online, so you can swap wobble for wow this week.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, October 21, 2026

Furniture Discount Warehouse is the no-fuss local spot when you want a real selection, from sectionals and power recliners to dining sets, mattresses, and home office pieces. Styles run modern to farmhouse to mid-century, so it’s easy to match your vibe without overcomplicating the weekend.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, September 4, 2026

Gulgren Appliance has been family-run since 1959 and it shows, with a curated lineup of refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, and laundry gear plus real guidance that spares you buyer's remorse. If something's sputtering this week, they'll sort delivery and repairs so life keeps humming.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, October 14, 2026

If you’re finally tackling that sofa situation this week, Crystal Lake Furniture has been doing top-name brands and quick custom builds since 1995, covering everything from living room and dining sets to bedrooms, office, and mattresses. Pick your size, fabric, or feel, then relax.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, October 7, 2026

From quick fixes to fun upgrades this week, Smile E Store packs smart kitchen gadgets, home improvement tools, and everyday essentials in one scroll.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, August 13, 2026

Amish Furniture Gallery turns furniture shopping into a design session, with templates you can tweak in hundreds of ways and a designer who helps dial it in. From dining to bedroom to office, stop by the Crystal Lake showroom, expert craftsmen build it, then deliver, so your space feels like yours.

From the Crystal Lake newsletter, September 24, 2026