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Hill Top Remodeling, LLC

16 Unity Drive
4.68(
17
)
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Hill Top Remodeling, LLC

16 Unity Drive
4.68(
17
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

With over 30 years of experience in the Remodeling industry, Hill Top Remodeling, LLC is your industry expert. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"If you want sloppy incomplete and incorrect work hire Hilltop. Bill did not use the products contracted for- used less expensive options without telling us - and hardly ever showed up. The job went way beyond promised finish date. Paid the full balance, Bill then left the work unfinished and ghosted us!"

T P on July 2025

With over 30 years of experience in the Remodeling industry, Hill Top Remodeling, LLC is your industry expert. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"If you want sloppy incomplete and incorrect work hire Hilltop. Bill did not use the products contracted for- used less expensive options without telling us - and hardly ever showed up. The job went way beyond promised finish date. Paid the full balance, Bill then left the work unfinished and ghosted us!"

T P on July 2025

MPS Renovation

189 Bethmour Rd
5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro

MPS Renovation

189 Bethmour Rd
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

MPS Renovations is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"THIS COMPANY WALKS DEFENTLY THE EXTRA MILLE THE BEST COMPANY IN CT"

GRETTEL S on March 2022

MPS Renovations is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"THIS COMPANY WALKS DEFENTLY THE EXTRA MILLE THE BEST COMPANY IN CT"

GRETTEL S on March 2022

JC Builders, LLC

112 Roosevelt Street
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro

JC Builders, LLC

112 Roosevelt Street
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I have recommended Jason multiple times to many family and friends. Overall, he is professional, a great guy and the results turn out great."

Dave . on September 2019

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I have recommended Jason multiple times to many family and friends. Overall, he is professional, a great guy and the results turn out great."

Dave . on September 2019

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JR General Contractor, LLC

22 Olive Street
4.83(
15
)
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JR General Contractor, LLC

22 Olive Street
4.83(
15
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JR General Contractor LLC, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Yes they did an excellent job"

Louise R on May 2025

JR General Contractor LLC, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Yes they did an excellent job"

Louise R on May 2025

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Devore & Company, LLC

20 Hillandale Terrace
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro

Devore & Company, LLC

20 Hillandale Terrace
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. 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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Moira W on May 2021

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. 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!

"N/A"

Moira W on May 2021

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Lonny Lewis Construction, LLC

PO Box 134
4.74(
19
)
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Lonny Lewis Construction, LLC

PO Box 134
4.74(
19
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Unlock your home's potential with Lonny Lewis Construction, LLC! Local experts with years of proven success deliver exceptional quality in stunning additions, dream kitchens, and flawless door, window, and deck installations. Count on us for lasting results and a home transformation you'll love. Satisfaction guaranteed! Please Call Today!

"Showed up within two days, gave us the quote immediately. Work was done a week later. It was done properly, quickly, and around the same price that we were quoted by much less professional people. Already hired Lonny to do other construction projects for us!"

Andrew L on June 2025

Unlock your home's potential with Lonny Lewis Construction, LLC! Local experts with years of proven success deliver exceptional quality in stunning additions, dream kitchens, and flawless door, window, and deck installations. Count on us for lasting results and a home transformation you'll love. Satisfaction guaranteed! Please Call Today!

"Showed up within two days, gave us the quote immediately. Work was done a week later. It was done properly, quickly, and around the same price that we were quoted by much less professional people. Already hired Lonny to do other construction projects for us!"

Andrew L on June 2025

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BCE Solutions LLC

29 Patrick Dr
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro

BCE Solutions LLC

29 Patrick Dr
5.00(
2
)
•Approved Pro
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

BCE Solutions LLC is a dedicated general contractor and construction management firm specializing in the meticulous planning and execution of custom homes and various residential projects. Our core focus is to ensure that every home project is delivered not only to the highest standards of quality but also strictly on time and within budget, providing our clients with peace of mind and exceptional results.

"John did exceptional work buidling a fire pit area that included a retaining wall. He was professional, punctual, and cost effective. I would hire him again. "

Michael H on June 2025

BCE Solutions LLC is a dedicated general contractor and construction management firm specializing in the meticulous planning and execution of custom homes and various residential projects. Our core focus is to ensure that every home project is delivered not only to the highest standards of quality but also strictly on time and within budget, providing our clients with peace of mind and exceptional results.

"John did exceptional work buidling a fire pit area that included a retaining wall. He was professional, punctual, and cost effective. I would hire him again. "

Michael H on June 2025

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KB Build, LLC

1014 Wethersfield Ave
5.00(
6
)
•Approved Pro

KB Build, LLC

1014 Wethersfield Ave
5.00(
6
)
•Approved Pro
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"Klodi and his team did an amazing job on our custom kitchen. The quality and craftsman are excellent, very clean, and the installation was smooth and on time. Great communication throughout the process, I highly recommend!"

Tommy G on August 2025

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"Klodi and his team did an amazing job on our custom kitchen. The quality and craftsman are excellent, very clean, and the installation was smooth and on time. Great communication throughout the process, I highly recommend!"

Tommy G on August 2025

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JM Construction

11 Pheobee Lane
4.66(
19
)
•Approved Pro

JM Construction

11 Pheobee Lane
4.66(
19
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
30 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

JM Construction has over twenty years of experience in residential interior and exterior remodeling. They provide high-quality and efficient services to Fairfield County with emphasis on customer service. For your next residential remodeling project, give JM Construction a call today!

"Jim did and amazing job. His work was exquisite and perfect. He was professional and the work was impeccable. He was friendly and very professional. He is the best and the only contractor I will be using for all my future hone projects. Jim thank you for your amazing work."

Heather M on July 2025

JM Construction has over twenty years of experience in residential interior and exterior remodeling. They provide high-quality and efficient services to Fairfield County with emphasis on customer service. For your next residential remodeling project, give JM Construction a call today!

"Jim did and amazing job. His work was exquisite and perfect. He was professional and the work was impeccable. He was friendly and very professional. He is the best and the only contractor I will be using for all my future hone projects. Jim thank you for your amazing work."

Heather M on July 2025

Inova Construction LLC

20 Morris Street
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Inova Construction LLC

20 Morris Street
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•Approved Pro
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Inova Construction LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Inova Construction LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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FAQs for kitchen remodel projects in Derby, CT

Your galley kitchen needs adequate clearance around any island installation to maintain functionality. Most galley kitchens lack sufficient width for traditional islands, as these layouts prioritize efficiency in smaller spaces. 

If your kitchen has an unusual width, consult with a kitchen designer who can evaluate your specific dimensions and recommend appropriate solutions. For narrower spaces, consider alternatives like rolling carts or narrow work tables that provide additional surface area without permanently restricting movement.

Kitchen remodels require six to 10 weeks for completion, though timelines vary based on project scope and material availability. Simple updates like cabinet refinishing and countertop replacement might finish within a few weeks, while comprehensive renovations involving structural changes often extend beyond two months. 

Planning stages add approximately four weeks before construction begins. Maintaining clear communication with your contractor and ordering materials early helps prevent unnecessary delays.

Common errors include insufficient clearance between opposing countertops, inadequate lighting that creates shadowy work areas, and poor storage planning that leaves countertops cluttered. Some homeowners select oversized appliances that overwhelm the space or invest in expensive features that don't address fundamental workflow issues. 

Careful planning, accurate measurements, and consultation with experienced professionals help avoid these pitfalls and ensure your renovation successfully addresses your kitchen's specific challenges.

Whether expansion makes sense depends on your home's layout, your budget, and your long-term plans. Combining a galley kitchen with neighboring spaces creates more open, flexible layouts that many buyers prefer. However, removing walls involves substantial costs, particularly if they contain plumbing, electrical systems, or structural elements. 

Sometimes, optimizing your existing galley layout through better storage solutions and lighting proves more cost-effective than expansion. Consult with a contractor to evaluate specific costs for your situation.

Effective galley kitchen lighting combines multiple sources to eliminate shadows and create visual spaciousness. Overhead fixtures provide general illumination, while under-cabinet lighting illuminates work surfaces directly. Consider recessed ceiling fixtures that don't protrude into limited headspace. 

Lighting with dimming capabilities allows adjustment for different activities. Reflective surfaces like glass tile backsplashes or glossy cabinet finishes help bounce light throughout the space, reducing the corridor effect common in galley layouts.

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