Homeowners across Champaign-Urbana and Central Illinois often face the same frustration when starting a renovation project. They call three or four contractors, wait days for a callback, and when the work finally begins, the crew moves slowly, communicates poorly, and leaves a mess behind. Shawluxe Premier Renovations was built to solve that exact problem. Founded by Brett Shaw and rooted in a farm-raised work ethic, the company brings full in-house crews who handle interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, kitchen and bathroom remodels, flooring, tile work, drywall repair, and custom carpentry under one roof.
The difference shows in how fast the team moves without cutting corners. Crews led by project manager Kyle Vilven arrive on time, protect every surface with paper and floor coverings, and keep homeowners informed throughout each phase. From popcorn ceiling removal and accent wall installations to full exterior brick transformations and deck restorations, each project gets the same hands-on treatment. Sherwin Williams products, meticulous surface preparation, and a thorough final cleanup where the crew vacuums, mops, and returns everything to its place define every completed job.
Updated: 06-05-2026
The biggest difference clients describe is the speed and organization. Elizabeth Beardsley noted that a five-bedroom paint job with trim was finished in a single day, with furniture moved and floors covered. Jeremy Janes wrote that 30 minutes after closing on his new home, Brett's team was already onsite prepping for a full transformation. This combination of urgency and precision is what repeat clients point to most often.
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Cabinet work is one of the most frequently praised services. Todd Lawhead described his experience as better than we could've ever hoped for, highlighting both Brett Shaw and Kyle as outstanding to work with on a full kitchen cabinet resurface. Joyce Gorman called the transformation fantastic and specifically praised the crew's attention to detail. Sandy Strack mentioned that her cabinets, fireplace mantle, and bookcases all received the same level of care.
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Multiple reviewers confirm that the team stands behind finished work. Brandon Nash described a situation where a minor issue surfaced after completion and the crew returned the very next morning at no extra charge. wells anderson had a similar experience with trim work that loosened after the job, and the team came back to repair it without additional cost. This follow-through is a consistent theme across reviews.
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The company functions as a one-stop renovation provider. Kirby Johnson described a spring project that included siding, flooring, carpeting, and a kitchen backsplash all handled by the same team. Wahid Tazudeen shared that Shawluxe guided him to the right suppliers for flooring and then corrected mistakes left by another contractor who installed countertops. Allie Koger's review mentions drywall repair, paint, and hardwood floor repair all completed in one scope.
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Exterior work draws strong feedback across reviews. Sophie Youse described a team that drove from Champaign to Springfield to paint an entire lake house exterior in one weekend. Gina Geraldi noted that her large exterior job included siding repairs, separate colors for siding and trim, and drew many compliments from neighbors. Ryan L Brooks has hired the team for two full homes, inside and out, and compared a cheaper alternative contractor's work unfavorably.
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Several reviewers have used Shawluxe repeatedly over multiple years. Jami Benson has hired the team for many jobs over the past 7 years, calling them first class in both efficiency and attention to detail. chris galanos described using Shawluxe several times in two years, praising the same-week scheduling and consistently high quality. Lynne Barnes emphasized that across both interior and exterior jobs over two years, the quality results were always consistent.
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The company operates as SHAWLUXE, LLC, an active limited liability company registered with the Illinois Secretary of State since 2015 with registered agent Marcus J Shaw. Illinois does not require a state-level painter or contractor license, and the company displays its business credentials across its website and online profiles.
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Updated: 06-05-2026