CHICAGO — Ideal Siding, North America’s fastest-growing siding renovation franchise, has officially entered the Illinois market, opening its first location in the Chicago metro area. The expansion is led by Chicago-area entrepreneur Tim Michaels, who brings years of franchise and strategic business experience to the venture.
Franchise Launch Targets North and Northwest Suburbs
Ideal Siding’s new franchise will serve a wide swath of Chicago’s North and Northwest suburbs — from Arlington Heights to Lake Forest. Michaels, a former Fortune 500 executive and founder of the consulting firm Kickstart My Franchise, made the leap from franchise advisor to franchise owner.
“I went from presenting Ideal Siding to clients to signing myself,” Michaels said. “It’s one of the most scalable and well-supported home services franchises I’ve seen. Bringing it to Chicago is a huge opportunity.”
Rapid Start for New Location
Michaels hit the ground running shortly after completing his training. Within days, he began:
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Meeting potential clients
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Coordinating with contractors
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Launching renovation projects
His immediate focus is on delivering high-quality results and establishing a strong foundation with homeowners and local service partners.
Strategic Growth Aligned With Housing Trends
Founder and CEO Alex Filipuk expressed excitement about the brand’s entrance into the Illinois market:
“Tim understands what makes a franchise thrive, and we’re thrilled to support his journey as we scale Ideal Siding nationally.”
With rising demand for exterior home upgrades in Illinois, Ideal Siding sees the Chicago market as a major growth opportunity. The company believes its turnkey system — complete with centralized marketing, lead generation, and operations support — positions new franchisees for immediate success.
What Ideal Siding Offers
Ideal Siding operates more than 80 locations across North America and is known for:
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High-quality siding materials
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Modern designs that boost curb appeal
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Energy-efficient home upgrades
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Tech-driven lead generation systems
The brand’s centralized support allows franchisees to focus on customer service and craftsmanship without getting bogged down by traditional small-business logistics.
Do you live in the Chicago suburbs and plan to renovate your home exterior? Tell us what features matter most — energy savings, design, or resale value? Join the conversation at ChicagoSuburbanFamily.com.
