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A Minority Business Enterprise

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Northlake Construction

A Chicago-based asphalt paving and sitework contractor.

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Our Services

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Asphalt Paving

Asphalt remains the industry standard for paving throughout the United States, with more than 90% of parking lots constructed using this durable, cost-effective, and long-lasting material. Its proven reliability and ease of maintenance make it the preferred choice for commercial and municipal applications.

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Milling

Utilizing precision equipment, we mill existing pavement to specified depths to create a clean, uniform surface ready for overlay. This process ensures proper grading, drainage, and long-term performance.

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Speciality Services

Beyond traditional asphalt, we create custom concrete installations like seat wall planters, trash enclosures, and decorative stamped concrete. We also specialize in engineered civil work for parks and schools — including athletic fields, basketball and tennis courts, and recreational walking paths.

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Stone Installation and Grading

We install and fine-grade aggregate base to specification, ensuring accurate elevations, proper drainage, and strong load-bearing support — giving our customers a reliable base built to minimize future failure.

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Concrete Flat Work

We specialize in sidewalks, curb and gutter, pads, and other site concrete installations. With a focus on durability, ADA compliance, and proper drainage, we provide customers with dependable long-term solutions.

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Who We Serve

Municipalities and Governments

We are permitted to work in the public right-of-way in Chicago and various municipalities in Cook County under NAICS codes 237310, 238990.

Commercial and Residential

Full service asphalt paving and site work including milling, concrete, demolition and earthwork.

Specialty Concrete, Paving, and Earthwork

We install concrete specialities such as seat wall planters and trash enclosures as well as athletic fields and recreational paths.

Our Territory

Serving Chicago, Cook & DuPage Counties

  • Chicago
  • Evanston
  • Naperville
  • Chicago Heights

About Us

Ricky Byrdsong Jr.

Founder

My summer job as a construction laborer evolved into a lifelong profession. Through direct, hands-on experience I advanced to be a foreman for one of the largest paving subcontractors in Chicago. After 15 years in the industry I developed the 4 disciplines of successful projects: detailed planning, operational discipline, retaining skilled labor, and following uncompromising safety and quality standards.

As a certified Minority Business Enterprise, we serve as a strategic partner for organizations seeking to meet participation objectives without compromising performance. We approach every engagement with a long-term mindset emphasizing transparency, responsiveness, and disciplined execution.