Tips & Advice
Eco-Friendly Building Materials for a Green Home
Green living has become more of a priority to homeowners and our individual environmental impact is something most of us are paying attention to. With that said, using sustainable, eco-friendly building materials is something homeowners are seeking, and Center Island Contracting is at the forefront of this demand. If you’re in the market to build…
Read More6 Outdoor Lighting Ideas for Summer Entertaining in Port Washington
Summertime is the ultimate time of year for entertaining, especially outdoors. When the sun goes down at night, the outdoor lights come on and set the ambiance for summer evenings spent with family and friends to remember for years to come. Whether entertaining guests for a dinner party, night swim, casual BBQ or cocktail party,…
Read More8 Exterior Home Update Ideas
Advice from our experts at Center Island Contracting can give the exterior of your home the transformation it needs. Update your curb appeal and add value to your property by making little changes that can have a drastic effect on the overall look of the outside of your home. Below are some exterior home update…
Read MoreTips for Saving Energy on Long Island
Saving energy should be every homeowner’s objective all year round, but especially during the summer months when you’re A/C is working overtime to cool the house. Being conscious of conserving energy has many benefits, including saving money on energy bills and helping contribute to a cleaner environment. Regain control of energy usage in your household…
Read MoreCreate a Spa-Like Bathroom Oasis in Your Home
Bathroom remodels are usually high on the priority list for home renovations, considering it’s one of the most important rooms in the house. The experts at Center Island Contracting can make your master bathroom feel like a spa that’s located within your own home, no matter the size. After a long day, there’s nothing better…
Read MoreCustom Kitchen Remodel in Oyster Bay
The kitchen is the heart of your home and it’s where most families decide to splurge first when it comes to home remodeling. When planning a kitchen renovation, it can be difficult to choose which areas of the remodel to splurge on and which areas of the renovation to cut back on. Our experts at…
Read MoreRelocating to Long Island?
Is relocating to Long Island in your future? Center Island Contracting’s design/build firm is your trusted contractor, with over 25 years of “hands on” knowledge and commitment to your new home construction or remodeling projects. There are many benefits to using a design/build firm as reputable as Center Island Contracting, including all the work being done…
Read More4 Types of Home Additions
As the years go by, we often outgrow our homes and we’re faced with two options: find a new home or add on to the existing home. Avoiding the moving process at all cost is the route many of us prefer, and as a result, the renovation process begins. With Center Island Contracting, an experienced…
Read MoreSteps to Finish Your Basement
A finished basement can add value to your home or add extra living space for your family if selling your home isn’t on your radar in the near future. Whether your unfinished basement needs a complete overhaul, updated luxury finishes or a basement conversion, Center Island Contracting is your contractor of choice to turn your…
Read More7 Benefits of a Long Island Garage Conversion
Garage conversions can provide a host of benefits, which is why they’re so popular on Long Island. Homeowners have started to realize that there’s more to garage spaces than storage and car shelter and are now making much better use of that extra space. If you’ve been toying with the idea of a garage conversion in…
Read MoreUndergo a Rear Kitchen Addition in Jericho
The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house, and most homeowners desire a larger or upgraded kitchen. To create the kitchen addition you’ve always wanted, consider undergoing a rear kitchen addition. Before undergoing a kitchen remodel as large as this one, there are some points to consider. Below are some questions to…
Read More10 Budget-Friendly Landscape Ideas this Spring
Spring has arrived. This is usually the time of year you notice your neighbors outside sprucing up their landscape, which might inspire you to give yours an overhaul too. Beautifully designed and manicured landscaping doesn’t have to break the bank like it might appear. You may be thinking of adding any one of a variety…
Read MoreLong Island Curb Appeal Tips: 6 Ways to Update the Home Exterior
Curb appeal is a high priority item for most homeowners, and many architects and home designers will agree the home exterior is just as important as the interior. Updates to siding, windows and doors, for example, can make for a great first impression. Our qualified staff has years of experience handling home siding, exterior door…
Read MoreBuying to Renovate as a First-Time Home Buyer
More than likely, you’re not working with a large budget when buying your first house. As a first-time home buyer, starter homes don’t usually come with every item on your wish list. The experts at Center Island Contracting have great advice for first-time homebuyers if this applies to you; buy to renovate. It’s important to…
Read More6 Ways to Refresh a Room
Refreshing your home might be just the ticket to that get that new and energized feeling at home that we crave after a certain period of time. The good news is refreshing a room in your home doesn’t have to break the bank, and small changes can go a long way. Giving rooms in your…
Read MoreGreen Home Building Ideas on North Shore of Nassau
Green building is a priority for many homeowners when starting a new home construction, and recent years have seen an influx of new green building techniques to accommodate the demand. Home building hasn’t slowed down, but resources have decreased, and energy efficiency is as important as ever. The following tips don’t just apply to new…
Read MoreKitchen Remodeling in Jericho
A kitchen remodel is one of the most important rooms in the house to remodel, considering the kitchen is the heart of the home. When starting the kitchen remodeling process, however, the endless design options can get overwhelming. Our skilled team at Center Island Contracting takes an extremely detailed approach in designing your space to…
Read MoreBathroom Renovation in Manhasset, It’s What’s on the Menu
Bathrooms, along with kitchens, are the most common rooms in the home to renovate. Having updated bathrooms with modern amenities can add a sense of luxury for both you and your house guests, as well as provide a relaxing retreat when you’ve had a long week. Let our qualified staff handle your bathroom remodeling project…
Read MoreDon’t Move, Dormer and Extend Instead
If moving has been a topic of discussion in your household due to lack of space in your home, the experts at Center Island Contracting have the perfect solution. Why go through the process of finding a new home, selling your current home and moving, when you can dormer and extend instead? Dormering can give…
Read MoreGet your Oyster Bay Home Garden Ready for Spring
One of the most exciting aspects of springtime is being able to see our home gardens back in bloom. Now that we’re on the cusp of putting the dark, cold days of winter behind us and we can finally look ahead to sunny spring days, we can start planning and putting some work into the…
Read MoreGreen Living: Versatile Ways to Use LED Lighting Strips
There are many benefits to using LED lighting in a new home construction or home renovation, which is why many homeowners are choosing LED lights over conventional lights in recent years. LED lights are safer, use less energy, and last much longer than regular lights. With the rise in popularity of LED lighting comes new ways…
Read MoreKitchen Cabinet Ideas and Inspiration for Your Kitchen Renovation
The kitchen is the heart of your home and likely the room your family and friends flock to during holidays and get-togethers. With that said, kitchen renovations should meet the needs of your entertaining needs and home style. A big part of your kitchen renovation is the kitchen cabinet design. Our team takes an extremely…
Read MoreNew Floors in Jericho: This Year’s Flooring Trends
Redoing your home’s flooring can transform the interior of your home entirely, giving it a major refresh and making the home seem larger and more modern. However, it can be hard to choose the right type of flooring when there are so many viable options to pick from! Whether you’re undergoing a home renovation, or…
Read More6 Outdoor Spring Long Island Home Maintenance Projects
After a long, cold winter, spring is officially here. As we prepare for the warmer part of the year, it’s time to think about outdoor home maintenance projects. After all, this is the time of year that we can spend as much time as we like outside without having to run inside to warm up. To…
Read MoreTips for Your Syosset New Construction
There’s nothing like the exciting feeling of buying a new construction home. The benefits are endless; nobody has lived in it before, you can design it to your exact preference, and the list goes on! However, with building a new construction home comes anxiety that you could be making the wrong decisions – and there sure…
Read MoreDormer Your Plainview Split for a Master Suite
On the north shore of Nassau county, in towns like Syosset, Jericho and Plainview, split homes are very popular. The downside of having a split home, however, is the poor flow of the space. Our design experts at Center Island Contracting, who specialize in these areas, have just the solution: dormers. Dormers can create more…
Read MoreRe-Energize Your Manhasset Home with a Remodel
If a home remodel has been on your mind, now is the time to put those gears in motion and get it started. Remodeling has many benefits, including giving your space a re-energized feeling. Even remodeling one room can improve your quality of life for years to come. Below are just a handful of ways remodeling…
Read MoreOutdoor Living at its Best on Long Island
Anyone can create a beautiful outdoor living space on a modest budget on Long Island with the addition of outdoor features like outdoor kitchens, pergolas, patios and more. With the right design, construction and materials, we can transform even the most limited space into a backyard oasis. Extending your living space outdoors has become more than just…
Read MoreBuying a Knockdown vs. New Construction
Center Island Contracting Inc. is an award-winning Remodeling & Custom Home Builder company servicing Long Island, with a focus on the North Shore of Nassau and Suffolk counties. The most common reason we remodel homes is because styles that builders used 30-70 years ago are not what today’s family wants or needs. Buying a knockdown…
Read MoreEnjoy a Staycation in Your Own Backyard
It may be tempting to go away and get pampered at a ritzy resort, but what if you could achieve the same level of relaxation in your own backyard? Center Island Contracting’s design experts can help achieve a staycation-worthy atmosphere right at home on the north shore of Nassau County, Long Island! We specialize in home…
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