Tips & Advice
Homeowners 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…
Read MoreSpring Organizing Checklist
The time has come for our annual spring cleaning! Now is your chance to declutter your home and give it a good scrub down as we enter the warmer months of the year. While we’re staying home to try and stop the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, now is a good time to stay busy…
Read MoreBasement Conversion: Tips on Turning your Basement into Another Living Space
Prices of homes are based on the total livable square footage, which makes basement conversions a cost-effective way to increase the overall value of your home. A basement conversion can not only increase living space home value, but also increase your quality of life. If the space was ever needed, a basement conversion can even…
Read MoreHome Ventilation Tips for Fresh Air Indoors
Ventilation is the process of good air replacing bad air, pushing fresh air inside the house to replace the toxic air created by everyday activities. Cooking, cleaning and pollutants being brought in from the outside are just a few examples of unwanted chemicals getting inside the home and hindering the indoor air we breathe every…
Read MoreAvoid Public Exposure to Germs with These Helpful Tips
As we continue to see the number of Coronavirus cases rise, we should all be educating ourselves on best practices for avoiding public exposure to germs. It’s essential to take extra precautions to stop the spread of this global pandemic, as well as protect ourselves and our loved ones. Life as we know it simply…
Read More10 Ways to Protect Your Home from Germs
We’re living in unprecedented times with the rapid spread of the Coronavirus. To help stop the spread, many of us are staying home or social distancing. As individuals, we must do our part to protect ourselves from unwanted germs, especially as we isolate ourselves at home. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has…
Read MoreTop 5 Benefits of Knocking Down and Rebuilding
Is it time to knock down and start over? The end result of a knock down and rebuild project is the same as a new construction home, with the addition of benefits like staying in the location you love. Center Island Contracting has floor plans designed for the exact lot sizes in the neighborhood you…
Read MoreMother-Daughter Renovation Benefits
The contractors at Center Island Contracting believe there are several benefits to a Mother-Daughter home. Mother-Daughter renovations are a concept to explore for many types of family situations, including a college student who isn’t ready to live a financially independent life, or an aging mother who can benefit greatly from live-in care. What is a…
Read MoreBenefits of Buying the Ugly Duckling in the Best Neighborhood
Renovate in the right neighborhood is always one of our biggest tips about home remodel projects. Unfortunately, buying the worst home on the best street doesn’t seem attractive to a lot of home buyers. It’s tempting to buy a house that you fall in love with from the start but having patience as well as…
Read MoreLocation, Location, Location: Center Island Contracting Can Renovate Any Home
Location is one of the most important aspects of any home, which is the reason it’s at the top of many homebuyers’ wish lists. Many families get discouraged when it comes to buying a fixer upper home, but the experts at Center Island Contracting assure you we can renovate any home to meet your specific…
Read MoreTurn Your Fixer-Upper to Fabulous
Buying the worst house in the best neighborhood has its perks! Through renovation, you can create your fabulous home, in a highly desirable location to boot. The value of your fixer upper home will skyrocket once it’s completed. Add style, functionality and more space to a drab fixer upper home while undergoing renovations with the…
Read MoreEco-Friendly Design: Salvaging Materials for Your New Melville Home
Instead of buying shiny and new, salvaging materials for home décor has become more popular than ever. Not only is it eco-friendly and creative, reclaimed materials won’t break the bank! What you or someone else might consider trash can get an entirely new life by repurposing it and giving it a new story. If you’re…
Read MoreRenovate in the Neighborhood You Know and Love
Most homeowners find themselves at a crossroads at some point in their lives; deciding whether to take on a home renovation to add space and modernize the home or pick up the family and move to another house. Center Island Contracting’s local contractors can help renovate your home, which is already located in the neighborhood…
Read MoreKitchen Additions: Create More Space with Kitchen Bump-Out in Commack
The kitchen is the heart of the home, where family and friends spend the most time. With that said, most homeowners would like a larger kitchen. If a kitchen remodel sounds too expensive, time-consuming or stressful, consider creating more space with a kitchen bump-out instead. What is a kitchen bump-out? A kitchen bump-out expands the…
Read MoreKnock Down and Re-Build in the Neighborhood of your Choice
If you love your current neighborhood or have a neighborhood in mind that suits your family perfectly, but your house simply doesn’t fit your family anymore, it’s time to knock down and re-build. Your local contractors at Center Island Contracting can make this dream a reality, giving your family the best of both worlds. Don’t…
Read MoreDormers are the Most Cost Effective Way to Increase your Home’s Value and Square Footage
Dormers can improve the exterior appearance of your home, increase your home’s value and add square footage, making them the most cost-effective addition to your home. Dormer windows are added to the roof of the home, creating more space to the top floor, in addition to adding more natural light to the room. A dormer…
Read MoreTips for Outdoor Living Space Design
Winter might just be getting started, but it’s likely most of us are dreaming about warmer days. Whether you have a large backyard or a small deck to work with, outdoor living is an important aspect of home life, making the warmer months much more enjoyable. Outdoor living has become a lifestyle, which is why…
Read MoreAdd One More Bedroom/Bathroom with an Extension
Undergoing a home remodel project by adding an extension is a good way to add more living space to your home. When your family needs more room and another bathroom/bedroom is desired, enlist the experts at Center Island Contracting to undergo an extension remodel. Whether it’s a side extension, rear extension, wrap around extension or…
Read MoreNew Construction Process is Not Complicated with our Design-Build Firm
When we think of building a new home, a few negatives might pop into our heads. What would a new construction project cost me? How long will it take? How will I juggle managing all the moving parts of a project of this size? How will I go about obtaining the proper permits? The experts…
Read MoreDon’t Move, Make Room for your Family with New Addition
There comes a time in every family’s life when you’ve officially outgrown your living space. Whether you’ve added more children to the family, had an aging parent move in or simply accumulated more things over the years, there’s no arguing it’s time for more space. The remodel experts at Center Island Contracting can help add…
Read MoreRelocate to Long Island and Build your Own Custom Home
Is your family thinking of relocating to Long Island? Center Island Contracting is your contractor of choice for towns on the north shore of Nassau county, for towns like Oyster Bay, Manhasset, Plainview, Jericho, etc. We can work with you to establish roots in a new home, chosen entirely by you with the help of…
Read MoreHome Design Trends for 2020
The design experts at Center Island Contracting are always up on the latest trends when it comes to home design for your home renovations and new home construction projects. As we near the end yet another successful year, we’re proud of the work we’ve done in 2019 and have our sights set on 2020. A…
Read MoreMust Haves for a Landscape Remodel in Huntington Bay
Are you looking to boost your home’s curb appeal? There’s nothing more pleasing to the eye than a picturesque landscape remodel. Impress your guests before they have the chance to step inside with an impeccably designed front yard. The design experts at Center Island Contracting can help create a front yard layout that’s sure to…
Read More6 Details Not to Overlook in Your Kitchen Renovation Project
The kitchen is the room where all the action is, so it’s usually on the top of the list when it comes to renovation projects. We can get so caught up with building our dream kitchen with fancy upgrades like marble countertops and stainless steel appliances that we tend to neglect the practical details of…
Read MoreOutdoor Kitchen Ideas to Enhance Outdoor Living in Garden City
No matter the size of your outdoor space, adding an outdoor kitchen can really bring the “wow” factor. Your house will be the spot everyone will flock to during the warmer months! An outdoor kitchen is an entertainer’s dream, especially for those of us who love to cook. Put your personal touch on your outdoor…
Read MoreMost Practical Home Upgrades for Your Long Island Remodel that Add the Most Value
When embarking upon a home remodeling project, it’s important to consider all angles of the investment you’re making and whether it’s a smart one. Home upgrades should not only be valuable to you, they should also be valuable to potential homebuyers. The financial aspect of a Long Island remodel is to do your research on…
Read MoreLong Island Remodel: Pros and Cons of Vaulted Ceilings
If your family is undergoing a Long Island remodel and are considering adding vaulted ceilings to your design plans, you’ve come to the right place. The experts at Center Island Contracting have put together a list of pros and cons for those who haven’t decided whether to add this feature to their final plans. Vaulted…
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