Tips & Advice
Should You Live in Your New Home Before Remodeling?
After buying a fixer upper that needs to be remodeled, should you move in before remodeling or live in the house first? It comes down to a personal choice and there are advantages to each. Renovating Before Moving In Allow your family to move right into the home of your dreams, without a renovation project…
Read MoreBenefits of Building Out for Home Addition, Instead of Up or Down
Home additions are a big decision and likely a decision that was a long time coming. When running out of space, homeowners will have to choose between moving or adding on to their homes. However, if your family is happy with your home’s location and already have an established life where you are, a home…
Read MoreTrends for Kitchen Countertops in 2021
The kitchen is the focal point of any home, where the family gathers and makes the most memories. Because of its importance to the home, many homeowners choose to prioritize a kitchen remodel over many other rooms. With so many design options available to us, however, it can be tough to choose the materials to…
Read MoreDesign Elements That Make the Perfect Master Bathroom
Master bathrooms are meant to be a sanctuary and calm environment to retreat to when the rest of the house gets chaotic with life’s typical hustle and bustle. Master bathrooms should be more than the room you shower in, they should be a spa-like experience for you to enjoy, offering solitude and relaxation. Bathroom remodels…
Read MoreHow to Convert your Unused Basement into a Home Office
Basement conversions are one of the most cost-effective ways to increase the value of your home, and it can also give your family extra living space you desperately need. In these uncertain times with the lingering effects of the Coronavirus pandemic still present, your family might be spending more time at home than usual. With…
Read MoreChoosing Materials for Bathroom Remodel in Babylon
Bathroom remodels are the perfect opportunity to create a luxury oasis within your home. It should be a relaxing room in the house used to unwind at the end of a long day or to recharge after a hectic week. Allow our qualified bathroom contractors handle your bathroom remodeling and renovations project and create the…
Read MoreOutdoor Hardscape Ideas: Patios, Retaining Walls and Walkways
Center Island Contracting is your local outdoor living and patio contractor, providing the expertise needed for your outdoor home remodeling project. Hardscape design is an important factor in outdoor patio remodeling projects in that it can extend your living space outdoors and provide a beautiful focal point outside. While the weather is still warm, you…
Read MoreBasement Remodeling Can Create More Space for Home Gym, Home Office, Playroom & More
Basement remodeling can increase your living space, add value to your home and improve the overall functionality of your home. In fact, the most cost-effective way to increase the value of your home and increase your quality of life is a basement remodel or garage conversion. If a basement remodel is a project that has…
Read MoreCreate a Space for Homeschooling in Roslyn Harbor
The Coronavirus pandemic has changed many aspects of life and it has most likely shifted your children’s education plans this year. Parents are now forced to turn their homes into virtual classrooms due to schools delaying reopening, but you might be wondering where exactly this is going to take place within your home. The experts…
Read MoreConvert Any Unused Living Space Into a Home Office
No matter the size of space available to you, your local contracting experts at Center Island Contracting can turn any unused living space into a home office. Working remotely is the new normal for a lot of us these days, but if your home doesn’t have a formal home office it might be hard to…
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Center Island Contracting Specializes in Home Offices
The Coronavirus pandemic has forced a large percentage of the workforce to work from home as business owners take the necessary precautions to help contain the spread of the virus. Some of us have found ourselves working remotely for the foreseeable future, although we were not prepared for it. With no true work from home…
Read MoreBenefits of One-Stop Shopping
One-stop-shopping is the most convenient way to shop because it saves time by offering everything needed in one place. When it comes to building a new home, one-stop-shopping is the only way to go! Center Island Contracting is here to help with your one-stop-shopping process every step of the way. By working with one team of professionals…
Read MoreCenter Island Contracting is Your Relocating Renovation Specialist
When it comes to something as important as your home, enlisting the experts is the only way to go. The staff at Center Island Contracting are your trusted Relocating Renovation Specialists on the north shore of Nassau county, Long Island. We take great pride in every renovation project and will update and renovate the interior…
Read MoreLocation is the Most Important Factor when Buying a House
The only thing that cannot be changed in real estate is location. Every aspect of a house can be renovated, from landscaping to interior layout, but the location stays forever. When making a decision on moving to your next home, location should be the No. 1 priority and the driving force behind your family’s decision.…
Read MoreBuying New vs. Building New
When starting the process of moving into a new home, it’s important to weigh all options. The decision to buy a new house or build a new house will present itself, and the building experts at Center Island Contracting want you to make an informed decision. Many homeowners spend a lot of time looking for…
Read MoreCenter Island Contracting’s Custom Home Building Process Results in a Brand New Dream Home in Cold Spring Harbor
End the search for the house of your dreams and custom build it exactly as you like with Center Island Contracting. As experienced and custom home build experts and construction contractors, we can help you with every step of the custom home build process. Starting with property search, then custom design and finally, building your…
Read More8 Types of Wood Floor Installations: Straight, Chevron, Herringbone & More
If you’re undergoing a home renovation or new construction project, you know how many design choices go into it. One of those choices is the type of flooring to install, and it might seem the possibilities are endless. Wood flooring, in particular, can be a confusing design choice because once the type of wood is…
Read MoreBathroom Remodel Design Mistakes
Bathroom models are popular amongst homeowners due to the opportunity to increase the value of the home, in addition to creating a private sanctuary for yourself. Bathrooms should feel relaxing and calming, invoking a stress-free feeling once you walk through the door. The design experts at Center Island Contracting know all too well that common…
Read MoreBackyard Updates That Will Make your Summer Even Better in Greenlawn
Summertime is the time of year where we aim to spend a lot of our time outdoors. Having our very own backyard oasis makes this easier than ever before! All there is to do is slide the back door open to your outdoor living retreat. Many families are opting to skip summer vacation this year…
Read MoreCustomize Your New Construction Home to Reflect Your Personal Taste and Style with Distinctive by Design
Have you always dreamed of living in a brand new home, customized from top to bottom with materials and finishes chosen by you? Our experts can make this dream a reality within your budget. We can help get the home you want in the neighborhood you want within the price you want. Our new construction…
Read MoreExterior Home Makeover Ideas in Rockville Centre
Curb appeal is an important part of any home remodel, making it look modern as well as increasing the value of your home. No matter how large or small your budget, there are many exterior changes to make for a striking exterior makeover. It can be difficult to guess where to start when undergoing an…
Read MoreRelocating to Long Island? Center Island Contracting Specializes in Home Renovations
If a relocation is in your future, Center Island Contracting can make your move to Long Island less stressful by offering comprehensive Design-Build Services. We specialize in home renovations and will be there every step of the way to ensure your new home is one less part of your move to worry about. Whether undergoing…
Read MoreHome Tips for Looking Professional on Video Conferences
Many of us are working from home as we do our part to stop the spread of the Coronavirus, which means we not only have to keep up our personal appearances as we video conference from home but our home must look presentable as well. Home has now become a multi-functional space that can easily…
Read MoreHome Office Conversions: Create a New Work from Home Space
The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the start of thousands of people working remotely, many of which have never done so before, which has created a need for work from home spaces. No matter how small or large the space you’re working with might be, your local contractors at Center Island Contracting can help create a…
Read MorePlayrooms Could Turn Into Future Classrooms for At Home Learning or Kids’ Home Offices
The spread of the Coronavirus has certainly impacted our current daily lives, but it’s interesting to think how it will impact our future as well. While schools are closed, our children are virtually learning. This has us thinking that we should create a space within the home for virtual learning permanently. Of course, there is…
Read MoreHomeowners Using Basements and Garages for Extra Living Space
Living space is a hot commodity right now, considering how much time we’ve been spending within the boundaries of our own properties lately. At least until public spaces start to open back up, we will be home for the foreseeable future. But if the lack of space in your home was an issue even before…
Read More5 Home Office Must-Haves for Productivity
Working from home is the new reality for a lot of us as we continue to stay home due to the Coronavirus pandemic, so a home office has become more important than ever. Whether you have a home office already or want to renovate to create one, your local contractors at Center Island Contracting can…
Read MoreSmall Home Additions Can Amount to a Lot of Space
Spending more time at home might have us thinking about home renovation projects we’ve put on the back burner for far too long. It might also make you realize how much your home is lacking in livable square footage. If your family needs more space, even a small home addition can amount to much more…
Read MoreRenovations Don’t Have to Go on Hold Due to COVID-19
We know you have been thinking of renovating for a long time and now it seems there is a huge, unknown delay. Your renovations don’t have to go on hold, however, because our team can work remotely to complete your project in a timely manner. Whether you’re planning a bathroom renovation, kitchen remodel or a…
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