Tips & Advice
Summer Vacation: How to Maintain Your Home While Away
Summer time – the weather’s fine, and the kids are home from school. This is usually a great time to go away for any desired amount of time; whether that means a week or the entire summer. However, when you’re away, your home needs to be maintained so you don’t return to a disaster. Below…
Read MoreHow to Keep Your House as Cool as Possible in the Summer
Staying as cool as possible in the summer becomes top priority once those temperatures surge. Once you’re in the comfort of your own home, you want it to be a safe haven from the heat outside. In order to make that happen, homeowners should be efficient with their summer cooling plans. After all, efficient cooling…
Read More5 Home Remodeling Tips for Summer
By the time summer rolls around and we’re spending more time outside, home remodeling projects become more common. Home remodeling or home improvement projects can increase the value of your home, add more curb appeal and even save on energy bills. The possibilities are endless when it comes to choosing what kind of home remodeling…
Read More5 New Landscape Design Ideas for Spring
The start of spring makes us want to get outdoors again and put the cold days of winter behind us. By starting a home landscape design project, working outside and getting the house ready for spring kills two birds with one stone. Whether you choose a small-scale or a large-scale landscape design project to complete…
Read MoreYour Guide to Turning the Driveway into a Home Basketball Court
If you have the space in your driveway, turning it into a home basketball court will surely excite the basketball lovers in your family. Of course, there are several ways to achieve a home basketball court based on different budgets, hoop sizes and dimensions of the driveway. A home basketball court can be built on…
Read More6 Preliminary Steps to a Home Design Makeover
Whether undergoing a remodel, renovation, new construction, or a design makeover, it’s best to have a game plan set in place before getting started. A home design project can be overwhelming before it starts, so getting a plan in place can make it less intimidating. With that said, here are 6 preliminary steps to a…
Read MoreSmart Home Capabilities Homeowners are Actually Buying
Smart home technology is on the forefront of home design trends, and the last couple of years have seen an introduction of more smart home capabilities than ever before. Soon it will become standard to buy smart capabilities when buying a new home or remodeling, and these systems can range from one easy installation of…
Read More2017’s Most Popular Home Design Trends
Spring is a popular time for home remodeling projects, and homeowners are choosing practical design schemes to last them years to come with a mix of design trends that keep spaces updated and modern. Below are some of this year’s hottest home design trends, which are nice additions to tried and true design methods like…
Read More5 Benefits of a Hiring a Design / Build Firm
Center Island Contracting’s knowledgeable and talented team of construction professionals can provide you with all the services you need to complete your project. From inception to design, construction management and final walk through, our team will give you the quality service that you can depend on. With years of experience here in New York, we…
Read MoreHome Remodeling Tips to Keep From Going Over Budget
Home remodeling projects can be stressful, but the payoff is well worth it. Having Center Island Contracting’s skilled team on your side can ease the burden of disrupting your family’s routine, and we will also help you stay within your budget. Below are some requirements to consider to make sure your home renovation project doesn’t…
Read MoreSpring Has Sprung: Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Once the cold weather fades away, the snow is melted and the flowers start blooming, it’s time for spring cleaning. While you’re at it, consider giving your home a quick inspection to make sure all its parts are operating correctly. Use this maintenance checklist to ensure your home’s systems are running safely and smoothly for…
Read More6 Questions to Ask Before Starting a Kitchen Renovation
After deciding to move forward with a kitchen renovation, there are many questions to ask yourself or your contractor about the renovation process. To prepare yourself before the renovations begin, use this list as a guideline to help avoid setbacks you might not have considered before the project gets underway. Which Direction Should My Cabinets…
Read MoreTransform Outdoor Space with Custom Pergolas
We all want to enjoy our treasured outdoor spaces and the views they provide during every season. By building a custom pergola, we can enjoy sitting outside all year ‘round, even when the weather is less than desirable. Pergolas can be customized to fit any outdoor space, and come in many different shapes and sizes.…
Read More5 Tips to Refinish Your Basement the Right Way
Refinishing the basement is a more complicated project than renovating any other space in your home, due to the task of having to conceal the systems and infrastructure of your basement in a refined way. However, once the refinishing project is complete, a finished basement can add value to your home and another living space…
Read MoreNew Home Sales On the Rise: Hire Center Island Contracting
Thinking of building a new home? It can be a daunting, yet exciting idea when it’s still in conception, but Center Island Contracting can help. Our knowledgeable and talented team of construction professionals can provide you with all the services you need to complete your project. From inception to design, construction management and final walk…
Read MoreHow Kitchen Peninsulas Can Provide the Functionality Your Kitchen Needs
If your kitchen is limited on space, there are still ways to incorporate an island-like area for extra counterspace, storage or seating. If you’re so limited on space that you can’t fit a skinny island, look no further than a petite peninsula. The difference between a skinny island and a peninsula is that an island…
Read MoreBathroom Renovation Tips: Creative Shower Ideas
If you’re thinking of a bathroom renovation, add some flair by experimenting with a creative shower that will take your bathroom design to the next level. Let our qualified staff handle your bathroom remodeling project and create a calming oasis within your home. We understand that a bathroom is sometimes the only room in the…
Read MoreAll-White Kitchens: How to Introduce Contrast, Warmth and Color
The all-white kitchen trend doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon, likely because of the airy and bright atmosphere it provides. White cabinetry and countertops are a popular kitchen renovation project theme, although kitchen design can become lackluster with no color or contrast introduced. White cabinets and countertops aren’t enough to achieve the light…
Read MoreCreate a Tropical Home Oasis Despite Location
Long Island might drop to chilling temperatures for part of the year, but creating a tropical home oasis can make you feel like you’re on vacation despite your home’s location. Even when there’s snow on the ground, adding tropical design touches to your home can provide the pick-me-up needed to get through the cold months…
Read MoreMaximize Your Space with Dormer Windows
Dormer windows can be added to any home with the goal of adding more livable square footage to your space. There are a variety of dormer windows that can enhance both the aesthetic and monetary value of your home, and we are ready to provide you with a complete design consistent with your home’s existing…
Read More7-Step Checklist to Refinishing Your Basement
Having a finished basement creates additional living space, and can provide a retreat for both adults and kids. Not only do finished basements provide more living space, they can also increase your home’s resale value. Before you start your home renovation to include a finished basement, go through this 7-step checklist to make sure your…
Read MoreCenter Island Contracting is the Best Choice for New Home Builders in Long Island
Are you thinking about building a new home on the north shore of Long Island, or perhaps just purchased a new home and want to update it? The professionals at Center Island Contracting are your contractors of choice for this area. We believe that planning is the key success for any project and it’s even…
Read MoreGuide to Pentalquartz: A Low Maintenance Surface for Countertops, Floors and Walls
If you’re looking for a low maintenance surface for countertops, floors and walls that is difficult to damage, look no further than installing Pentalquartz in your home. This durable non-porous surface is perfect for those undergoing a home renovation or building a new home because it comes in a variety of finishes and colors and…
Read MoreAfter the Holidays: Hanukkah & Christmas Clean-Up Tips
After the chaos of the holiday season, the last thing anyone wants to think about is cleaning up after Christmas and Hanukkah festivities. When reality sets in, however, the tree has to come down, along with all of the other decorations that come with it. Whenever you decide to start the process, here are some…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Home for Springtime and Warmer Months
After winter comes spring, so it’s time to set our sights on preparing for the warmer months ahead. Although we still have some time, preparing for spring ahead of time is a good idea because of how neglected the outside of our homes can get over the winter when we spend the majority of our…
Read MoreTop Winter Maintenance Tips to Start 2017 Off Strong
Now that we’re in the thick of winter, it would be wise to complete a winter checklist to make sure your home maintenance is being properly taken care of. This winter maintenance checklist is similar to the pre-winter checklist, however, it’s always good to make sure your household is running smoothly to avoid hazards and…
Read MoreInterior Design Trends That Will Be ‘Out’ in 2017
For some, it’s important to stay up to date with interior design trends. While this entails staying on top of upcoming trends, it also means knowing which trends are on their way ‘out.’ The following list are suggestions on what trends were prominent in 2016, but won’t be by the time the new year rolls…
Read MoreHome Renovation Trends to Take Into 2017
Thinking of renovating your home in 2017? If you don’t even know where to start, use this list to serve as a guide for new ideas and inspiration. As we enter a new year, there will be new trends to look out for, such as metal accents, statement mirrors for the bathroom and fireplaces. Keep…
Read MoreHoliday Hosting: How to Prepare for Disasters in Your Home
The holiday season means family gatherings and parties, which means it’s time to get ready to host a lot of guests. The last thing any host wants is to be unprepared for a hosting disaster and have to scramble to rectify the situation at the last minute. With that said, the following is a checklist…
Read MoreHow to Light Your Home like a Pro
A well-lit home is a happy home, but with so many options to light your home out there, it can be difficult to figure out which lighting is best for certain rooms. A good lighting plan can highlight your space and do wonders for rooms like offices, family rooms and bathrooms. The following are suggestions…
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