We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"We chose GDH for a complete window replacement job - our second experience with Greg. He was organized, experienced, conscientious, communicative and punctual."
Jay C on September 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"We chose GDH for a complete window replacement job - our second experience with Greg. He was organized, experienced, conscientious, communicative and punctual."
Jay C on September 2023
GWP Contracting is a full service home improvement provider in Fairfield County, Connecticut. We offer our kitchen, bathroom and various remodeling services in Westport, Fairfield, & Trumbull, CT, as well as greater Fairfield County. Owned and operated by Gary W. Paige, Jr & family, a third generation tradesman, cabinet and furniture craftsman. The mission of GWP Contracting is to highlight the importance and beauty of woodworking. It is our belief that woodworking is not just a learned skill but an art. GWP Contracting adheres to our mission by creating high quality products, providing employment and training to fellow artisans. Our relationships with complimentary trades and suppliers make us a natural choice for all of your home remodeling needs.
"Very friendly and professional. He did exactly what he told us he would do."
Ed D on April 2025
GWP Contracting is a full service home improvement provider in Fairfield County, Connecticut. We offer our kitchen, bathroom and various remodeling services in Westport, Fairfield, & Trumbull, CT, as well as greater Fairfield County. Owned and operated by Gary W. Paige, Jr & family, a third generation tradesman, cabinet and furniture craftsman. The mission of GWP Contracting is to highlight the importance and beauty of woodworking. It is our belief that woodworking is not just a learned skill but an art. GWP Contracting adheres to our mission by creating high quality products, providing employment and training to fellow artisans. Our relationships with complimentary trades and suppliers make us a natural choice for all of your home remodeling needs.
"Very friendly and professional. He did exactly what he told us he would do."
Ed D on April 2025
At Your Service offers fast, friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and are always eager to answer your questions and concerns. We specialize in TV Wall Mounting and Furniture Assembly. Our reputation is built on our commitment to provide quality service, which has earned us an impressive reputation with many valued returning customers. Call us directly to speak to an expert!
"Mark was great to work with True professional He has done numerous projects in our home Always satisfied "
Kevin H on April 2025
At Your Service offers fast, friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and are always eager to answer your questions and concerns. We specialize in TV Wall Mounting and Furniture Assembly. Our reputation is built on our commitment to provide quality service, which has earned us an impressive reputation with many valued returning customers. Call us directly to speak to an expert!
"Mark was great to work with True professional He has done numerous projects in our home Always satisfied "
Kevin H on April 2025
Carlos Ponce’s Fine Carpentry by HERCULES RESTORATION, LLC. Our company creates unique designs and builds every piece of wood furniture always putting a strong emphasis on our customer’s needs, tastes and desires. We are a dependable, reliable, and experienced company that specializes in creating and restoring custom made wood furniture. We build, restore, and repair any kind of furniture you desire and will advise you every step of the way. We only work with high quality products. Our fine selection of seasoned wood, oils, lacquers, environmentally friendly shellacs and dye-paint creates the basis for a high quality result. Because we are so confident that you will be completely satisfied with our work and its quality, Carlos Ponce’s Fine Carpentry offers you a 2 year warranty for any product we design, limited to our own labor.
"My husband and I reached out to Carlos to build us a custom 12-foot, floor to ceiling built-in in our condo and we could not be happier! The craftsmanship and quality is outstanding and overall, Carlos was a pleasure to work with. He understands the details and is incredibly talented/hardworking. He has elevated our space and we 100% will be using him for any additional custom projects that come our way."
Makenzie B on September 2024
Carlos Ponce’s Fine Carpentry by HERCULES RESTORATION, LLC. Our company creates unique designs and builds every piece of wood furniture always putting a strong emphasis on our customer’s needs, tastes and desires. We are a dependable, reliable, and experienced company that specializes in creating and restoring custom made wood furniture. We build, restore, and repair any kind of furniture you desire and will advise you every step of the way. We only work with high quality products. Our fine selection of seasoned wood, oils, lacquers, environmentally friendly shellacs and dye-paint creates the basis for a high quality result. Because we are so confident that you will be completely satisfied with our work and its quality, Carlos Ponce’s Fine Carpentry offers you a 2 year warranty for any product we design, limited to our own labor.
"My husband and I reached out to Carlos to build us a custom 12-foot, floor to ceiling built-in in our condo and we could not be happier! The craftsmanship and quality is outstanding and overall, Carlos was a pleasure to work with. He understands the details and is incredibly talented/hardworking. He has elevated our space and we 100% will be using him for any additional custom projects that come our way."
Makenzie B on September 2024
Omega Development is a Fairfield, County staple. With over 20+ years of experience Omega is your one stop shop for all things construction.
"I recently had an asphalt driveway put in. The crew was very professional. The driveway is smooth and very happy with the quality of the new driveway. They even went above and beyond and put in a small drainage area for water runoff. It has definitely improved the appearance of my home."
Elaine A on February 2025
Omega Development is a Fairfield, County staple. With over 20+ years of experience Omega is your one stop shop for all things construction.
"I recently had an asphalt driveway put in. The crew was very professional. The driveway is smooth and very happy with the quality of the new driveway. They even went above and beyond and put in a small drainage area for water runoff. It has definitely improved the appearance of my home."
Elaine A on February 2025
We are proud to serve most of New Jersey, with few exceptions, as the foremost Deck Builder and Deck Resurfacing Company in NJ. We bring experience, commitment and competitive pricing to the table from initial meeting until completion of our project. We love what we do and strive to bring our A-game to every project. You can rest assured that the Deck Guardian team will go above and beyond to bring your vision to life via excellent planning, budgeting and incomparable customer service.We do not provide staining and sealing services. Contact us for a Free Estimate today!
"Excellent experience with Deck Guardian-from start to finish. Provided design ideas, professional drawings and very responsive to all our questions throughout the process. We obtained 4 quotes and Deck Guardian was very competitive. Once permit was approved by the town, they started the deck right away and completed it in less than 2 weeks. New deck was expertly built, and we love the way it looks. Would highly recommend Deck Guardian."
Nancy M on December 2022
We are proud to serve most of New Jersey, with few exceptions, as the foremost Deck Builder and Deck Resurfacing Company in NJ. We bring experience, commitment and competitive pricing to the table from initial meeting until completion of our project. We love what we do and strive to bring our A-game to every project. You can rest assured that the Deck Guardian team will go above and beyond to bring your vision to life via excellent planning, budgeting and incomparable customer service.We do not provide staining and sealing services. Contact us for a Free Estimate today!
"Excellent experience with Deck Guardian-from start to finish. Provided design ideas, professional drawings and very responsive to all our questions throughout the process. We obtained 4 quotes and Deck Guardian was very competitive. Once permit was approved by the town, they started the deck right away and completed it in less than 2 weeks. New deck was expertly built, and we love the way it looks. Would highly recommend Deck Guardian."
Nancy M on December 2022
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in roofing services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Rivera Roofing did an exceptional job repairing my 15-year-old roof. They were quick, efficient, organized, and left everything spotless. A special thanks to Jose for his kindness and outstanding customer service throughout the process. Highly recommend any roofing needs!"
Nelson V on January 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in roofing services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Rivera Roofing did an exceptional job repairing my 15-year-old roof. They were quick, efficient, organized, and left everything spotless. A special thanks to Jose for his kindness and outstanding customer service throughout the process. Highly recommend any roofing needs!"
Nelson V on January 2025
Your home is the most important investment of your life. It is our job to protect that investment through our extensive experience, addressing all your needs to maintain the value of your home. Together with our outstanding staff, we provide quality home improvement services to the area. We encourage a lasting relationship with our customers, as our satisfied customers are our best advertisement. We offer no obligation estimates dealing directly with the owner. With your estimate you will receive local references and our certificate of insurance. We would be happy to consult with you regarding every aspect of your project. Certified Lead Renovator. Additional phone number: 1-866-775-1920
"I've hired Jim and his team for several projects in the past year, including the reconstruction of an outdoor porch; installing a bathroom fan and running its venting to the outside; fixing up rotten boards and checking the integrity of a second floor porch; and replacing the ceiling, flooring, a window, and areas of the walls in an area of my house that I’m hoping to eventually rent out as a separate unit. As the owner of a multifamily property, I appreciated that Jim has had personal experience himself in managing and owning properties, and therefore had expertise in knowing the types of repairs that would be important and necessary for an owner/landlord. In addition to the time and effort that Shorty, Juan, and the other members of Jim's team put into each project, Jim also recommended and connected me with other contractors, including an electrician whom I've now worked with several times; a gutter installation company; and a masonry contractor who ended up installing a front retaining wall for me. As a final note to Jim's professionalism, when there was a period of extreme cold over the winter that could've caused particular damage to pipes in the upper floors of my house because of their placement near the outside, Jim personally called me to remind me to plug in the heated wire coilings that he had installed around the water pipes on my third floor. The thought hadn't even occurred to me until Jim’s call, and I appreciated that he took the time, even outside of normal working hours, to communicate with me and make that recommendation, since I was able to avoid any kind of burst pipes or other issues. I highly recommend Jim, OHI, and his entire team (again, a shout out to both Juan and Shorty, who were always friendly, helpful, and left the house cleaned after each project). He’s an experienced and knowledgable contractor who can quickly assess problems and offer solutions, and I value and appreciate the work he’s done on my property."
Daniel S on March 2023
Your home is the most important investment of your life. It is our job to protect that investment through our extensive experience, addressing all your needs to maintain the value of your home. Together with our outstanding staff, we provide quality home improvement services to the area. We encourage a lasting relationship with our customers, as our satisfied customers are our best advertisement. We offer no obligation estimates dealing directly with the owner. With your estimate you will receive local references and our certificate of insurance. We would be happy to consult with you regarding every aspect of your project. Certified Lead Renovator. Additional phone number: 1-866-775-1920
"I've hired Jim and his team for several projects in the past year, including the reconstruction of an outdoor porch; installing a bathroom fan and running its venting to the outside; fixing up rotten boards and checking the integrity of a second floor porch; and replacing the ceiling, flooring, a window, and areas of the walls in an area of my house that I’m hoping to eventually rent out as a separate unit. As the owner of a multifamily property, I appreciated that Jim has had personal experience himself in managing and owning properties, and therefore had expertise in knowing the types of repairs that would be important and necessary for an owner/landlord. In addition to the time and effort that Shorty, Juan, and the other members of Jim's team put into each project, Jim also recommended and connected me with other contractors, including an electrician whom I've now worked with several times; a gutter installation company; and a masonry contractor who ended up installing a front retaining wall for me. As a final note to Jim's professionalism, when there was a period of extreme cold over the winter that could've caused particular damage to pipes in the upper floors of my house because of their placement near the outside, Jim personally called me to remind me to plug in the heated wire coilings that he had installed around the water pipes on my third floor. The thought hadn't even occurred to me until Jim’s call, and I appreciated that he took the time, even outside of normal working hours, to communicate with me and make that recommendation, since I was able to avoid any kind of burst pipes or other issues. I highly recommend Jim, OHI, and his entire team (again, a shout out to both Juan and Shorty, who were always friendly, helpful, and left the house cleaned after each project). He’s an experienced and knowledgable contractor who can quickly assess problems and offer solutions, and I value and appreciate the work he’s done on my property."
Daniel S on March 2023
We meticulously restore and detail your cherished modern, vintage, and antique furniture to its original pristine condition, including outdoor furniture, doors, decks, trim, marine wood, swim platforms, chairs, signage, and more! We offer custom building & design as well, including: Book shelves Closet remodeling Room cabinetry Kitchen remodeling Bathroom remodeling Custom built furniture Our comprehensive services include: Complete refinishing of any home wood, doors, tables, cabinets, balisters, wood cleaning and oiling, on-site wood repair, stripping for new application or routine maintenance, and application of high-quality and traditional varnish. All furniture is meticulously finished at our shop, with complimentary pickup and delivery services. Servicing Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess Counties, and surrounding areas. Our services also include yacht & and plane wood refinishing. Teak and Wood Cleaning and Oiling // Stripping for New Application or Routine Maintenance. Application of Sikkens Cetol as an Alternative // Traditional Varnish Available.
"Excellent!"
Maryellen J on March 2025
We meticulously restore and detail your cherished modern, vintage, and antique furniture to its original pristine condition, including outdoor furniture, doors, decks, trim, marine wood, swim platforms, chairs, signage, and more! We offer custom building & design as well, including: Book shelves Closet remodeling Room cabinetry Kitchen remodeling Bathroom remodeling Custom built furniture Our comprehensive services include: Complete refinishing of any home wood, doors, tables, cabinets, balisters, wood cleaning and oiling, on-site wood repair, stripping for new application or routine maintenance, and application of high-quality and traditional varnish. All furniture is meticulously finished at our shop, with complimentary pickup and delivery services. Servicing Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess Counties, and surrounding areas. Our services also include yacht & and plane wood refinishing. Teak and Wood Cleaning and Oiling // Stripping for New Application or Routine Maintenance. Application of Sikkens Cetol as an Alternative // Traditional Varnish Available.
"Excellent!"
Maryellen J on March 2025
Master craftsman, Luciano Colella, has acquired an intense passion and talent for the art of restoration and gilding handed down by his father, Vincenzo Colella (a skillful cabinet maker for over fifty years). Luciano has refined his knowledge and skills as a student of The School of Art and Restoration in Bari, Italy. Today, after ten years working in the United States, he offers in disposition his skill, talent and professionalism to realize the most complex projects for the most demanding clients.
"Brilliantly. Prompt pickup & drop off. Responsive & most pleasant to work with. The sofa turned out beautifully, and I will definitely use The Gilder again."
Nadia S on October 2019
Master craftsman, Luciano Colella, has acquired an intense passion and talent for the art of restoration and gilding handed down by his father, Vincenzo Colella (a skillful cabinet maker for over fifty years). Luciano has refined his knowledge and skills as a student of The School of Art and Restoration in Bari, Italy. Today, after ten years working in the United States, he offers in disposition his skill, talent and professionalism to realize the most complex projects for the most demanding clients.
"Brilliantly. Prompt pickup & drop off. Responsive & most pleasant to work with. The sofa turned out beautifully, and I will definitely use The Gilder again."
Nadia S on October 2019
Installing a window seat can take anywhere from three to 20 hours, depending on the complexity of the project. A professional carpenter can complete a basic installation in as little as three hours if no modifications are needed. If they need to remove cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, it can extend the work to a full day. If you're tackling a DIY project, expect it to take a full day for a basic seat and several days for more advanced designs that involve extra structural adjustments.
A built-in window seat that measures four feet in width will seat two adults comfortably or let one person stretch out. Ideal dimensions are 17 to 20 inches in depth and 16 to 21 inches in height to ensure a balanced design and optimal comfort. Make sure your window seat isn't higher than the bottom of your window for a harmonious look in your space.
You might need a building permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-in seating that is added to residential properties. Check with your local building authorities and your professional carpenter to ensure you're in compliance and avoid any potential penalties.