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Tips to Make Small Gardens Work for Your Small Outdoor Space
Everyone loves an outdoor oasis, so whether you have a spacious piece of property or a small outdoor space in the city, it’s important to create a sustainable and low maintenance garden.
Read MoreAdding More Storage Space to Your Home:
One universal thing that many homeowners wish for is more storage space. It seems as though there is never enough room in the house and people may find themselves throwing or giving away valuable items just because there’s simply nowhere to put it.
Read More3 Ideas for Your Foyer Remodel:
If you stop and think about it, aside from the exterior of your house, the first glimpse guests get of your home is what they see the moment they step through your door.
Read More3 Ideas for a Bathroom Remodel:
Sometimes, the bathroom is the only room in the house where you can be alone. The average person will spend about a year and a half of their life in the bathroom, which means your bathroom remodel should incorporate a comfortable, homey feel for you and your family.
Read More3 Great Basement Conversions for Your Home
Having a basement in your home is already a great selling point for anyone looking to buy a house, but having a finished basement immediately boosts your home’s value due to the extra living space it provides. The best thing about having a basement in your home is that you can turn it into just about anything. Whatever you believe your home is lacking can be made up for with basement conversions. Here are some great basement conversions for you and your family.
Read MoreWhy Walk-in Closets Are a Great Home Addition
Walk-in closets are one of the most popular features one can have inside their house and can make a great home addition if you don’t already have one. Walk-in closets provide countless advantages that make it easier for you to store belongings, hang up clothing, and keep things organized. Walk-in closets can also be designed and personalized to your wants and needs and can reflect your personality. The options are unlimited when it comes to your new home addition. Here are some of the benefits of walk-in closets.
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Our Contracting Company is the Jack-of-All-Trades:
Whether you are revamping, remodeling, or reconstructing, the general contractors at Center Island Contracting are dedicated to helping you achieve your ideal home. Our contracting company is experienced in all areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, garages, basements, additions, windows, doors, repairs, landscape, plumbing, and electrical. We are your one stop shop for all home remodel needs.
Read MoreMother-Daughter Suite
A mother-daughter suite is a great way to have family living on your property while simultaneously staying stress-free, independent, and having your privacy. In fact, building a mother-daughter suite has benefits for both parties involved and can make living easier on everyone. More and more people find family members moving in with them or anticipate such an event in the future. The following are some reasons why building a mother-daughter suite can be beneficial.
Read MoreHome Renovations
Home renovations are an excellent choice for living a more comfortable and sustainable life without having to move. It’s a good idea to have a plan of action and design concepts, but it is also important to not get too caught up in the details without first getting permission from your city or town. The permit process varies depending on the area, so be sure to check with your building department on how to file and obtain a permit.
Read MoreComparing Comps
Comparables are used when trying to assess the current value of a home. To find out what your home is worth, it is compared with recently sold establishments in the area that are similar to your home in size, location, and condition. Here are some suggestions on comparing comps in the area.
Read MoreBuying a Home
Before buying a home, it is important that you take certain steps to ensure you get the most for your money. There are many things that can go wrong if you do not take the proper steps in the home buying process. Whether this is your first home purchase or your fifth, the following five steps will ensure the transition into your new home is a smooth one.
Read MoreHome Remodeling
If you are moving to, or are already in the Long Island area and are looking to do a home remodel, our general contractors can help you with all of your home redesign needs. Whether you are looking to remodel your bathroom, kitchen, basement, or simply just looking for plumbing and electrical services, our general contractors are skilled in all fields. Here is a list of some of the services we provide.
Read MoreTips for Hiring a General Contractor
Hiring a general contractor for your home improvement projects should require a great deal of investigating. Although finding the right general contractor for your home projects may seem like a challenge, but there are a few tips for hiring a general contractor that will make the process a breeze. Here are some tips for finding the right general contractor to tackle your home improvement projects.
Read MoreNorth Shore Home Remodel
Buying a home to remodel on the North Shore is an exciting time! Many homeowners struggle to decide when they should conduct their North Shore home remodel; should you move in first, or remodel? Here are some home remodel projects you should consider doing prior to moving into your recently purchased North Shore home.
Read MoreCustomizing a New Home
There are so many benefits to customizing a new home compared to purchasing a pre-built home. The benefits of building a home surpass the benefits of purchasing a home, because a pre-owned home does not allow you to design every detail around your unique desires. Here are some reasons why customizing a new home is your best option for getting what you really want.
Read MoreAdding a Second Story to Your Home
Do you have a need to increase your living space, but do not want to take away from your lot size? In most cases, many homes have an underdeveloped space that is just waiting to be used properly, that space is just above your ceiling. As a homeowner, you may not always be aware of…
Read MoreAdding Millwork to Your Home
Millwork is a lovely addition to any home, to give it a sense of uniqueness and personalization. Our general contractors are eager to share with you the best places to add millwork in your home. Here are areas throughout your home where adding millwork will make a world of difference in your home’s décor. Along…
Read MoreDo Something Practical for Your Backyard by Building a Shed This Summer
Sheds are a practical addition to any backyard. Shed construction may sound somewhat intimidating, but a professional contractor can build a shed designed to fit all of your outdoor needs in no time. Here are five reasons why building a shed is a must-have for your backyard this summer. Storage Space: Finally, a place for…
Read MoreBathroom Remodeling Tips
A midrange bathroom remodel is a solid investment for your home’s overall value; we all know that much about investing in our homes. In addition to adding value to your home through a bathroom remodel, did you know you can maximize the value of your investment by using these intelligent approaches, which will create a…
Read MoreIndoor Patio Addition
When it comes to an indoor patio addition, most homeowners feel it is only beneficial if they live in a state with a warmer climate: not true! In fact, any home can benefit from the versatility of space created by an indoor patio. Here we will discuss some suggestions about giving a home that extra touch of functionality by adding an indoor patio.
Read MoreNew Home Building
When faced with the decision of building a new home from scratch, many thoughts must be considered before proceeding with this overwhelming task. Our general contractors are available to reassure you that custom building your home is the best choice, and their assistance will be an invaluable resource in your new home building project. Personal…
Read MoreRelocating to New Hyde Park
Nestled in Western Nassau County, just north of Stewart Manor and south of Lake Success, New Hyde Park is a village of neat little Cape Cod-style houses, large Dutch Colonials and every other house style in between. The homeowners in this community all have one thing in common. They care about the beauty and functionality…
Read MoreRelocating from Brooklyn to Jericho
Tips for Relocating from Brooklyn to Jericho Relocating from Brooklyn to Jericho, Long Island is an exciting experience! There is always so much to do before moving day. But, before you even pack your first box, consider this advice offered by our general contractor professionals. Since there may be some home improvement projects you are…
Read MoreAdding a Closet
Your Storage Problems Are Solved with a Built-in Closet How many times have you struggled to keep your closet organized and items well within reach, all because you are trying to make the poor design and space allotment of your closet work? You are not alone in this agonizing struggle. The easiest solution is to…
Read MoreAdding a Study
Adding a Study: A Practical & Sophisticated Home Improvement Project The amount of people working from home these days is on the rise, which is increasing a demand on people adding a study to their home. Anyone can transition a room in their home into a make-shift office but, realistically, not all rooms are office-friendly.…
Read More7 Tips for Moving Into a New Home
Tips from Our General Contractors: Updating a New Home before Moving in When moving into a new home, knowing where to start in the updating process may seem pretty overwhelming. It is important to have a plan when updating a new home. Here are seven tips from our general contractors on successfully updating a new…
Read MoreMoving to a New Home
Tips for Moving to a New Home Moving to a new home is a big deal. Aside from finding the right home, going through the purchasing process of a new home, and packing up everything you own, our general contractors advise you to consider the fundamentals before moving to a new home. Listed below are…
Read MoreWhole House Generators
Whole House Generators In our society, electricity is one of the resources most often taken for granted. Many people do not realize how reliant they are on electricity until a power outage forces them to do without it. Many winter seasons past have left homes without electricity, and for a majority of families that also…
Read More5 Reasons to Finish Your Basement
5 Reasons to Finish Your Basement Are you considering a basement remodel, but are undecided as to whether or not it’s the right decision for your home? Our general contractor team specializes in basement remodels, and we are happy to guide you. Here are 5 reasons to finish your basement. Extra Space – A basement…
Read MoreRenovating Vs. Moving
Renovating vs. Moving The decision to move or renovate your existing home has always been a daunting question every homeowner has contemplated at one time or another. Renovating vs. moving is not an easy decision to come to, and ultimately only you, as homeowner, can find the answer as to which makes the most sense…
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