At Harrop & Son Remodeling, we are family owned and operated in Johnston, Rhode Island. We are a full service additions and remodeling company with over 20 years experience in the home improvement trade we service both commercial and residential customers. We are committed to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. We strive to complete all jobs, large and small, with the utmost professionalism, while remaining within your budget and timeline. We look forward to working with you for all your home improvement needs! For a free estimate please call us today.
"He hired Tom Harrop to install kitchen cabinets and a heater under the kitchen sink, vinal flooring, plastering in a small area, add ceiling lighting and a shiplap ceiling. Once the work was done I asked Tom to do a walk through and he refused saying he stood behind his empoyees work. Here are the PROs and CONs. PROs: 1.) work was completed in a timely fashion 2) they did a beautiful job on the shiplap ceiling and lighting. CONs: 1) The brand new white cabinets had some nicks requiring paint touch up. 2) Terrible job on the floors! Uneven spots, lengths are uneven at the edges, gaps showing, no finish work. Terrible job!! 3) plastering looks like it wasn't even done! And there is some peeling of paint on the plaster job. Terrible job!!! 4) we were promised and paid for an under the kitchen sink heater which we never received. Called multiple times with no response. Lesson learned, will never use Tom Harrop again!!"
Mandy A on January 2025
At Harrop & Son Remodeling, we are family owned and operated in Johnston, Rhode Island. We are a full service additions and remodeling company with over 20 years experience in the home improvement trade we service both commercial and residential customers. We are committed to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. We strive to complete all jobs, large and small, with the utmost professionalism, while remaining within your budget and timeline. We look forward to working with you for all your home improvement needs! For a free estimate please call us today.
"He hired Tom Harrop to install kitchen cabinets and a heater under the kitchen sink, vinal flooring, plastering in a small area, add ceiling lighting and a shiplap ceiling. Once the work was done I asked Tom to do a walk through and he refused saying he stood behind his empoyees work. Here are the PROs and CONs. PROs: 1.) work was completed in a timely fashion 2) they did a beautiful job on the shiplap ceiling and lighting. CONs: 1) The brand new white cabinets had some nicks requiring paint touch up. 2) Terrible job on the floors! Uneven spots, lengths are uneven at the edges, gaps showing, no finish work. Terrible job!! 3) plastering looks like it wasn't even done! And there is some peeling of paint on the plaster job. Terrible job!!! 4) we were promised and paid for an under the kitchen sink heater which we never received. Called multiple times with no response. Lesson learned, will never use Tom Harrop again!!"
Mandy A on January 2025
Rick grew up in a family of hard working contractors, and has been learning the skills of the trade since a very young age. He brings to the table a high level of expertise that is often hard to come by, and will always take the time to get the job done right.
"Rick was very responsive at first and eager to get started on my bathroom remodel job for one of my apartments. He is commended for having to respond to quote request fast. I decided to give him a chance to do a good job before handing a bigger jobs for my other properties. Before the work started, I emphasized that the dust control and cleanup was very, very important to me. The job involved lots of demolition work inside the apartment - naturally, there will be lots of dust. The apartment is currently occupied and has lots of furniture, computers and audio equipment that I wanted to protect. I thought he and his workers were communicated this request. I even offered the use of dust control fan and Zip Wall to isolate the work area but he said he will be fine without them. Once the job started, I was away for one week to take care of my family. When I returned, I discovered that the door to the adjacent room was left open. That is my office with all the equipment and important papers. They left their construction material and equipment in this room. I was horrified that there are fine dust everywhere - on my printer, computer peripherals, furniture. I brought this issue up with Rick. Nothing happened. The worst part was that the job was declared done and I paid the service in full - They never returned to clean up and pickup the equipment. After almost a whole month, the supply and equipment is still there. I had to spend extra time cleaning up after their mess. Very unprofessional. Lessons learned. Do not pay the balance until all the cleaning is done and all the equipment removed. I expect the clean up and dust control to be a part of the job. I also repeatedly asked or professionally prepared invoices with vendor name and address, job details and the most important of all, the invoice number - all of these essential information is important to keep track of expenses for my projects. The SMS texts message and e-mail messages were not appropriate for this purpose. I explained to Rick that my CPA requires them many times. I even sent him a sample invoice and quote in Microsoft Word template - he never understood what I was asking. He is a nice guy, but not a good project manager or competent business person. The work was done, however, the work quality is fair to good - I had to go back and correct some sloppy work. Lacking attention to details and follow up bothered me. The biggest issues is the lack of clean up and keeping the worksite cleans so he and his crew gets an F. I do not think I will be hiring his company in my future projects."
TJ S on March 2022
Rick grew up in a family of hard working contractors, and has been learning the skills of the trade since a very young age. He brings to the table a high level of expertise that is often hard to come by, and will always take the time to get the job done right.
"Rick was very responsive at first and eager to get started on my bathroom remodel job for one of my apartments. He is commended for having to respond to quote request fast. I decided to give him a chance to do a good job before handing a bigger jobs for my other properties. Before the work started, I emphasized that the dust control and cleanup was very, very important to me. The job involved lots of demolition work inside the apartment - naturally, there will be lots of dust. The apartment is currently occupied and has lots of furniture, computers and audio equipment that I wanted to protect. I thought he and his workers were communicated this request. I even offered the use of dust control fan and Zip Wall to isolate the work area but he said he will be fine without them. Once the job started, I was away for one week to take care of my family. When I returned, I discovered that the door to the adjacent room was left open. That is my office with all the equipment and important papers. They left their construction material and equipment in this room. I was horrified that there are fine dust everywhere - on my printer, computer peripherals, furniture. I brought this issue up with Rick. Nothing happened. The worst part was that the job was declared done and I paid the service in full - They never returned to clean up and pickup the equipment. After almost a whole month, the supply and equipment is still there. I had to spend extra time cleaning up after their mess. Very unprofessional. Lessons learned. Do not pay the balance until all the cleaning is done and all the equipment removed. I expect the clean up and dust control to be a part of the job. I also repeatedly asked or professionally prepared invoices with vendor name and address, job details and the most important of all, the invoice number - all of these essential information is important to keep track of expenses for my projects. The SMS texts message and e-mail messages were not appropriate for this purpose. I explained to Rick that my CPA requires them many times. I even sent him a sample invoice and quote in Microsoft Word template - he never understood what I was asking. He is a nice guy, but not a good project manager or competent business person. The work was done, however, the work quality is fair to good - I had to go back and correct some sloppy work. Lacking attention to details and follow up bothered me. The biggest issues is the lack of clean up and keeping the worksite cleans so he and his crew gets an F. I do not think I will be hiring his company in my future projects."
TJ S on March 2022
Mark S. Menard has been doing quality building and remodeling in Rhode Island for 23 years. Our objective is to provide you with the highest quality products, fair pricing and exceptional customer service. I will personally work with you and oversee all of your building and remodeling projects. Call today for a free estimate!
"Honest hard-working contractors. Quality of work was awesome. Work was done professionally on time and on budget. Would recommend to anyone."
derek m on February 2019
Mark S. Menard has been doing quality building and remodeling in Rhode Island for 23 years. Our objective is to provide you with the highest quality products, fair pricing and exceptional customer service. I will personally work with you and oversee all of your building and remodeling projects. Call today for a free estimate!
"Honest hard-working contractors. Quality of work was awesome. Work was done professionally on time and on budget. Would recommend to anyone."
derek m on February 2019
Lux Renovations, LLC has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 16 years in a row. Something like that doesn't happen by accident. We are committed to insuring that all of our customers describe their experience with us as "the best contractor experience I ever had". If you are considering a basement finishing project please allow us to show you how Owens Corning has changed the industry with this unique system. A free consultation and design is always available.
"Could not be happier with the materials, the workmanship, the professionalism and flexibility of the project manager (Dan) and primary workman (Paul), and the end result. Everything done exactly as planned, and they assisted us with some unrelated issues that weren't part of the project but were causing delays. All in all, a great experience and we love our finished basement (so do our grandkids!)."
Keith R on June 2025
Lux Renovations, LLC has been serving New England homeowners since 2002. Our dedication to customer experience and satisfaction has won us Owens Corning's top customer service ranking nationally for the last 16 years in a row. Something like that doesn't happen by accident. We are committed to insuring that all of our customers describe their experience with us as "the best contractor experience I ever had". If you are considering a basement finishing project please allow us to show you how Owens Corning has changed the industry with this unique system. A free consultation and design is always available.
"Could not be happier with the materials, the workmanship, the professionalism and flexibility of the project manager (Dan) and primary workman (Paul), and the end result. Everything done exactly as planned, and they assisted us with some unrelated issues that weren't part of the project but were causing delays. All in all, a great experience and we love our finished basement (so do our grandkids!)."
Keith R on June 2025
NEWPRO Operating LLC. has been meeting the needs of New England homeowners for more than 75 years. Family-operated for three generations, NEWPRO offers custom bath and shower replacements, tub-to-shower conversions, walk-in showers, and tub and shower surround wall systems. Other services include replacement windows, doors, insulated siding systems, roof replacements, and Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring. NEWPRO's best-in-the-industry warranties on product and labor combined with exceptional installation practices and standards set us apart from the rest. Expect a worry-free, hassle-free experience from start through the life of your product with NEWPRO. NEWPRO Home Solutions are the choice for superior performance, beauty and safety.
"Kevin arrived on time and did an amazing job. Cleaned and removed all trash and left everything spotless. I highly recommend."
Sandra R on June 2025
NEWPRO Operating LLC. has been meeting the needs of New England homeowners for more than 75 years. Family-operated for three generations, NEWPRO offers custom bath and shower replacements, tub-to-shower conversions, walk-in showers, and tub and shower surround wall systems. Other services include replacement windows, doors, insulated siding systems, roof replacements, and Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring. NEWPRO's best-in-the-industry warranties on product and labor combined with exceptional installation practices and standards set us apart from the rest. Expect a worry-free, hassle-free experience from start through the life of your product with NEWPRO. NEWPRO Home Solutions are the choice for superior performance, beauty and safety.
"Kevin arrived on time and did an amazing job. Cleaned and removed all trash and left everything spotless. I highly recommend."
Sandra R on June 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and specialize in asphalt shingle installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
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Robert P on January 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and specialize in asphalt shingle installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
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Robert P on January 2025
Welcome to the Carpenters Touch. We are the premier professional home improvement company in AREA. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Whether your project involves minor repairs or a complete new or replacement roof installation, we are glad to be your number one choice. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!
"The carpenters touch was very reliable and did great work , very understanding of what I wanted and answered all questions I had. The work was phenomenal , very satisfied with the carpenters touch."
Celeste E on October 2024
Welcome to the Carpenters Touch. We are the premier professional home improvement company in AREA. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Whether your project involves minor repairs or a complete new or replacement roof installation, we are glad to be your number one choice. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!
"The carpenters touch was very reliable and did great work , very understanding of what I wanted and answered all questions I had. The work was phenomenal , very satisfied with the carpenters touch."
Celeste E on October 2024
At RAM Builder Services, LLC , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"Ryan and is team were outstanding! We had flooding occur from all the rains in Jan. We had a wreck outperformed and then hired RAM for the new build. From the start of the project to the finish (6 weeks) we were kept well informed on the progress and expectations were clear and concise. We did a few modifications along the way which were easily accepted into the project plan. I highly recommend this company for your housing new builds and remodels."
Bill C on March 2024
At RAM Builder Services, LLC , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"Ryan and is team were outstanding! We had flooding occur from all the rains in Jan. We had a wreck outperformed and then hired RAM for the new build. From the start of the project to the finish (6 weeks) we were kept well informed on the progress and expectations were clear and concise. We did a few modifications along the way which were easily accepted into the project plan. I highly recommend this company for your housing new builds and remodels."
Bill C on March 2024
Here at Danco Home Improvement, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. I handle general home improvement work in Warwick and the surrounding areas - Call today!
"Danny was very and found a way to fix all the issues I had as quickly as he could and the storm windows have been working perfectly now."
Catalina G on May 2025
Here at Danco Home Improvement, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. I handle general home improvement work in Warwick and the surrounding areas - Call today!
"Danny was very and found a way to fix all the issues I had as quickly as he could and the storm windows have been working perfectly now."
Catalina G on May 2025
We've been renovating homes and businesses in Rhode Island that have changed and inspired the lives of the people who live in them. Along the way, we've forged personal relationships with many of our clients, all of whom have come to trust our company's exceptional craftsmanship, our assured use of advanced materials and technologies, and our philosophy of socially responsible building practices. Our approach to the construction process strongly emphasizes listening and communicating with our clients. We understand how important it is that our clients be kept aware of the progress of our projects, and that the process be as open and honest as possible. Once a project begins, our professional staff will help you at every step of the way. Our work doesn't end until your needs are completely satisfied. Choosing a contractor is a serious undertaking, and we hope that you take a look around at some of our previous projects and learn more about the methods and beliefs that make up the Riera’s Construction experience. If we sound like the right contractor for you, contact us for a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you.
"Nice work and good job"
Cesarina S on October 2024
We've been renovating homes and businesses in Rhode Island that have changed and inspired the lives of the people who live in them. Along the way, we've forged personal relationships with many of our clients, all of whom have come to trust our company's exceptional craftsmanship, our assured use of advanced materials and technologies, and our philosophy of socially responsible building practices. Our approach to the construction process strongly emphasizes listening and communicating with our clients. We understand how important it is that our clients be kept aware of the progress of our projects, and that the process be as open and honest as possible. Once a project begins, our professional staff will help you at every step of the way. Our work doesn't end until your needs are completely satisfied. Choosing a contractor is a serious undertaking, and we hope that you take a look around at some of our previous projects and learn more about the methods and beliefs that make up the Riera’s Construction experience. If we sound like the right contractor for you, contact us for a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you.
"Nice work and good job"
Cesarina S on October 2024
The typical timeline for completing a garage-to-ADU conversion spans approximately three to six months, encompassing planning, permitting, construction, and final inspections. Projects requiring substantial structural modifications or encountering material delivery delays may extend beyond this timeframe. Working with an experienced general contractor who efficiently coordinates various trades and maintains consistent progress can significantly improve project efficiency and reduce unnecessary delays.
Converting a garage into an ADU typically requires obtaining building permits and potentially specialized electrical, plumbing, and mechanical approvals. Requirements vary significantly between jurisdictions, making consultation with local planning departments essential. Most municipalities mandate specific features, including dedicated entrances, proper emergency egress windows, and verification that the structure meets current residential safety standards. Proceeding without proper authorization risks potential penalties and complications during future property transactions.
California has implemented some of the nation's most supportive ADU regulations to address housing availability challenges. Recent legislation has streamlined approval processes, and local jurisdictions generally must approve projects meeting state guidelines. Nevertheless, individual municipalities may impose additional specific requirements regarding design, parking, or utility connections. Consulting with your local planning department remains essential for understanding the particular regulations applicable to your property.
Converting a garage to an ADU typically increases your property's assessed value, resulting in higher property tax obligations. The specific tax implications depend on your local assessment methods and how substantially the improvements enhance your property's value. While this represents an additional ongoing expense, many property owners find that potential rental income or increased property marketability offsets these higher tax obligations over time.
To qualify as a legal ADU, your converted garage must typically include a separate entrance, functional kitchen facilities, a complete bathroom, adequate natural light, proper ventilation systems, and full compliance with local building codes. Emergency egress provisions and appropriate climate control systems are also generally required. Many jurisdictions establish minimum and maximum size parameters, making consultation with your local building department essential for ensuring your conversion meets all legal requirements.
For many property owners, the potential rental income from a converted garage ADU makes the investment financially worthwhile. Monthly rental payments can help offset mortgage obligations or fund additional property improvements. The actual profitability depends on various factors, including local rental demand, the quality and size of your converted space, and your ability to maintain consistent occupancy. With careful planning and quality execution, many homeowners recover a substantial portion of their investment through ongoing rental revenue.