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At R O Hutchinson LLC, we specialize in transforming spaces to meet your unique needs. Based in Upper Marlboro, MD, our expert team focuses on premier residential Remodeling. We excel in kitchen and bathroom remodels, flooring installations, and comprehensive basement renovations. With a strong reputation built on service, safety, and quality, RO Hutchinson LLC places utmost priority on customer satisfaction and delivering excellent workmanship from start to completion of every project. Our commitment is to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, communicate professionally, and get the job done right the first time.
"Our family home has always been clean and functional but after thirty years it had become more a picture postcard from the 1980’s than the warm inviting image we had in our mind. It was obviously time to update. Unfortunately, after talking with numerous contractors, it seemed we would have to reduce our expectations or spend more than we had budgeted to afford remodeling our “dining room, living room, kitchen” (and eventually bathrooms too!) project. While pondering our next move a family friend told us they recently had Rohan remodel their kitchen/living space and it looked great and was, they thought, affordable. After seeing for ourselves the quality of workmanship, the improvements to ‘flow and functionality’ and the overall aesthetic appeal, we decided to give Rohan a call. Boy are we glad we did! Upon meeting Rohan for the first time we were shown the same optimism, knowledge through experience, flexibility of thought and dedication to quality that would continue straight through to the end of our multi-week project. His proposal/estimate covered all our wants and needs while fitting within our budget. The job was a total re-do and from floors to walls to counters to cabinets to plumbing to electrics and all were handled by Rohan and his team with time honed skill. The work was done in a timely fashion without ever leaving us wondering where people were or what they were going to be doing each step of the way. Every eventual ‘architectural surprise’ was met with candor, budgeted creativity and a hearty “no problem!” In the end our home was transformed ergonomically, aesthetically and affordably into a beautiful space where family and friends gather in happiness and in harmony with their surroundings. If you are considering remodeling your home we urge you to give Rohan a call. Boy will you be glad you did! "
Dave H on January 2025
At R O Hutchinson LLC, we specialize in transforming spaces to meet your unique needs. Based in Upper Marlboro, MD, our expert team focuses on premier residential Remodeling. We excel in kitchen and bathroom remodels, flooring installations, and comprehensive basement renovations. With a strong reputation built on service, safety, and quality, RO Hutchinson LLC places utmost priority on customer satisfaction and delivering excellent workmanship from start to completion of every project. Our commitment is to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, communicate professionally, and get the job done right the first time.
"Our family home has always been clean and functional but after thirty years it had become more a picture postcard from the 1980’s than the warm inviting image we had in our mind. It was obviously time to update. Unfortunately, after talking with numerous contractors, it seemed we would have to reduce our expectations or spend more than we had budgeted to afford remodeling our “dining room, living room, kitchen” (and eventually bathrooms too!) project. While pondering our next move a family friend told us they recently had Rohan remodel their kitchen/living space and it looked great and was, they thought, affordable. After seeing for ourselves the quality of workmanship, the improvements to ‘flow and functionality’ and the overall aesthetic appeal, we decided to give Rohan a call. Boy are we glad we did! Upon meeting Rohan for the first time we were shown the same optimism, knowledge through experience, flexibility of thought and dedication to quality that would continue straight through to the end of our multi-week project. His proposal/estimate covered all our wants and needs while fitting within our budget. The job was a total re-do and from floors to walls to counters to cabinets to plumbing to electrics and all were handled by Rohan and his team with time honed skill. The work was done in a timely fashion without ever leaving us wondering where people were or what they were going to be doing each step of the way. Every eventual ‘architectural surprise’ was met with candor, budgeted creativity and a hearty “no problem!” In the end our home was transformed ergonomically, aesthetically and affordably into a beautiful space where family and friends gather in happiness and in harmony with their surroundings. If you are considering remodeling your home we urge you to give Rohan a call. Boy will you be glad you did! "
Dave H on January 2025
BasementRemodeling.com / Basement Masters - licensed and insured, award winning Basement Remodeling and Finishing company. Highest rated basement renovation contractor in Maryland. Finished Basements are our specialty. We specialize in custom basement remodeling and finishing and other large-scale remodels. We offer free in home and over-the-phone estimate and consultation. Here at BasementRemodeling.com we believe that QUALITY AND EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP must always come along with AFFORDABILITY. keywords: finished basement basements remodeling.
"Job was performed in a timely manner. Great communication throughout project. Site kept clean during construction."
Erin K on October 2024
BasementRemodeling.com / Basement Masters - licensed and insured, award winning Basement Remodeling and Finishing company. Highest rated basement renovation contractor in Maryland. Finished Basements are our specialty. We specialize in custom basement remodeling and finishing and other large-scale remodels. We offer free in home and over-the-phone estimate and consultation. Here at BasementRemodeling.com we believe that QUALITY AND EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP must always come along with AFFORDABILITY. keywords: finished basement basements remodeling.
"Job was performed in a timely manner. Great communication throughout project. Site kept clean during construction."
Erin K on October 2024
We design and build custom outdoor living spaces in natural wood, low maintenance materials, natural stone, and concrete pavers. We're fully licensed and insured. We have been in business since 1989 and have thousands of satisfied customers throughout the DC Metro Area. We are A+ Rated with the BBB and have won Angie's List Super Service Award for 6 years in a row. We do not offer staining, sealing, and cleaning services.
"Very difficult to work with, we went weeks or more without answers to our emails at points. We ran into some zoning issues, which I later learned are typical in DC, and which AMdeck didn't mention before stating a potential completion date. As a result, they suggested we use a "postcard" permit, which is an illegal way of showing a fake in the window, so that our neighbors would be less likely to request a work shutdown. We didn't want to do that, requested the drawings and applications from the owners so that we could do it the legit way. They ignored us until we let them know we wanted to end our contract with them. They then charged us $2K."
Geoffrey L on September 2024
We design and build custom outdoor living spaces in natural wood, low maintenance materials, natural stone, and concrete pavers. We're fully licensed and insured. We have been in business since 1989 and have thousands of satisfied customers throughout the DC Metro Area. We are A+ Rated with the BBB and have won Angie's List Super Service Award for 6 years in a row. We do not offer staining, sealing, and cleaning services.
"Very difficult to work with, we went weeks or more without answers to our emails at points. We ran into some zoning issues, which I later learned are typical in DC, and which AMdeck didn't mention before stating a potential completion date. As a result, they suggested we use a "postcard" permit, which is an illegal way of showing a fake in the window, so that our neighbors would be less likely to request a work shutdown. We didn't want to do that, requested the drawings and applications from the owners so that we could do it the legit way. They ignored us until we let them know we wanted to end our contract with them. They then charged us $2K."
Geoffrey L on September 2024
We understand how important it is to have confidence in the people who design your landscape. We have a friendly staff of highly creative and capable people, and we pride ourselves in our excellent service recognized around DC area, Maryland and Virginia. That’s how we’ve built our business throughout more than 18 years and mostly through referrals. For more than a decade, Xtra Care Landscaping & Design, Inc, has provided professional lawn and yard maintenance as well as comprehensive landscaping design-build services to residential and commercial clients throughout the metropolitan Washington, DC area.Whether you choose mowing and edging, artificial turf or mulching our competitive pricing and professional service is among the best in the area, and be sure to ask about our complete landscape design-build services guaranteed to blend your home or office seamlessly into it’s natural surroundings. Call us for any of the listed services: Yard & Maintenance, Hardscaping, Sprinkler Systems, Lighting, Artificial Turf, Decks, Landscape Design, Going Green, Concrete Art, Or Commercial Maintenance!
"We are pleased with the work to clear our lot and are looking forward to designing our front planting beds with them."
Dan H on April 2025
We understand how important it is to have confidence in the people who design your landscape. We have a friendly staff of highly creative and capable people, and we pride ourselves in our excellent service recognized around DC area, Maryland and Virginia. That’s how we’ve built our business throughout more than 18 years and mostly through referrals. For more than a decade, Xtra Care Landscaping & Design, Inc, has provided professional lawn and yard maintenance as well as comprehensive landscaping design-build services to residential and commercial clients throughout the metropolitan Washington, DC area.Whether you choose mowing and edging, artificial turf or mulching our competitive pricing and professional service is among the best in the area, and be sure to ask about our complete landscape design-build services guaranteed to blend your home or office seamlessly into it’s natural surroundings. Call us for any of the listed services: Yard & Maintenance, Hardscaping, Sprinkler Systems, Lighting, Artificial Turf, Decks, Landscape Design, Going Green, Concrete Art, Or Commercial Maintenance!
"We are pleased with the work to clear our lot and are looking forward to designing our front planting beds with them."
Dan H on April 2025
First Impression Hardscapes is the premier hardscape artisan in the D.C. metro area, serving Maryland and Washington D.C. We take a custom approach to designing your driveway, walkway, patio, or pool deck in elegant flagstone or stunning, durable pavers. First Impression’s will turn your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! - OUR MISSION: To provide lifestyle changing hardscapes that are aesthetically pleasing, durable, and have eternal value. - OUR VISION: To be the leading hardscape installer in Maryland and Washington D.C. by becoming home and property owners’ first choice for all of their hardscape needs. - OUR HISTORY: First Impression Hardscapes has over 20 years combined experience in serving the D.C. metro area. Our quality of construction is second to none, and we also pride ourselves in having superior customer relations. All of our crews are completely “in house”; we do not use sub-contractors. We are licensed and insured for all of your hardscape needs. No matter how large or small, we are pleased to transform your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! -- Additional email: info@firsthardscapes.com.
"Outstanding estimator, who gave us a few different options for the work. Cost estimate was very competitive, and they had the best 'vision' for the work, and were available to start fairly quickly. Work was completed very rapidly, but with top-notch quality and precision in their work. Highly recommended!"
Stuart L on December 2024
First Impression Hardscapes is the premier hardscape artisan in the D.C. metro area, serving Maryland and Washington D.C. We take a custom approach to designing your driveway, walkway, patio, or pool deck in elegant flagstone or stunning, durable pavers. First Impression’s will turn your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! - OUR MISSION: To provide lifestyle changing hardscapes that are aesthetically pleasing, durable, and have eternal value. - OUR VISION: To be the leading hardscape installer in Maryland and Washington D.C. by becoming home and property owners’ first choice for all of their hardscape needs. - OUR HISTORY: First Impression Hardscapes has over 20 years combined experience in serving the D.C. metro area. Our quality of construction is second to none, and we also pride ourselves in having superior customer relations. All of our crews are completely “in house”; we do not use sub-contractors. We are licensed and insured for all of your hardscape needs. No matter how large or small, we are pleased to transform your hardscape fantasies into a First Impression reality! -- Additional email: info@firsthardscapes.com.
"Outstanding estimator, who gave us a few different options for the work. Cost estimate was very competitive, and they had the best 'vision' for the work, and were available to start fairly quickly. Work was completed very rapidly, but with top-notch quality and precision in their work. Highly recommended!"
Stuart L on December 2024
THE MOST TRUSTED Fall in Love With Your Home All Over Again! SCHEDULE HOME REMODELING SERVICES IN GAITHERSBURG, MD & SURROUNDING AREAS. Has your home turned from a dream into a nightmare? If it needs a growing list of repairs and updates, turn to Global Renovations, LLC in Gaithersburg, MD. We offer a variety of commercial and home remodeling services that will help you love your property again. Call today to learn more about our affordable rates. We offer bathroom and kitchen remodeling, basement remodeling, flooring, painting, drywall repair, handyman services, Power wash, carpentry, and much more. Please call for more info thanks!
"Naveed and his team did a fantastic job remodeling an old storage room in our basement into a studio quality home gym. From the first day, Naveed had great ideas about how to optimize the space while minimizing the cost of the project. While we requested several additions along the way, Naveed still managed to complete everything before the original deadline. We were amazing at how the gym turned out and impressed with his entire team's professionalism and skill. This was the second project we have done with Global Renovations and we look forward to more in the future!"
rashik k on October 2024
THE MOST TRUSTED Fall in Love With Your Home All Over Again! SCHEDULE HOME REMODELING SERVICES IN GAITHERSBURG, MD & SURROUNDING AREAS. Has your home turned from a dream into a nightmare? If it needs a growing list of repairs and updates, turn to Global Renovations, LLC in Gaithersburg, MD. We offer a variety of commercial and home remodeling services that will help you love your property again. Call today to learn more about our affordable rates. We offer bathroom and kitchen remodeling, basement remodeling, flooring, painting, drywall repair, handyman services, Power wash, carpentry, and much more. Please call for more info thanks!
"Naveed and his team did a fantastic job remodeling an old storage room in our basement into a studio quality home gym. From the first day, Naveed had great ideas about how to optimize the space while minimizing the cost of the project. While we requested several additions along the way, Naveed still managed to complete everything before the original deadline. We were amazing at how the gym turned out and impressed with his entire team's professionalism and skill. This was the second project we have done with Global Renovations and we look forward to more in the future!"
rashik k on October 2024
WaterStone Kitchen and Bath specializes in turn key kitchen and bath remodeling. We have been proudly serving the Northern Virginia area since 2005. We provide a one stop shop from preliminary consulting, through design conception and finally to project completion. One of our specialized designers will combine your vision with years of design experience to create a unique space that exceeds your highest expectations. We offer an extensive line of kitchen and bath products that allow us to meet your design needs on any budget. We operate as an in home service provider only. We don't have a show room, so we can pass our low overhead savings on to our clients. If you are interested in remodeling your kitchen or bath, please contact us for a free in home consultation.
"Jeff and his team (Deanna, Jake, Javier, and Rolando) did an excellent job from start to finish. They worked with us and explained every step of the process, helping us with design decisions and selections. The end product, our new kitchen, is of the highest quality. They made the process very easy and quickly closed out our punch list. We're very excited to have our new, updated kitchen and I would very much recommend WaterStone for future work."
Jim S on January 2023
WaterStone Kitchen and Bath specializes in turn key kitchen and bath remodeling. We have been proudly serving the Northern Virginia area since 2005. We provide a one stop shop from preliminary consulting, through design conception and finally to project completion. One of our specialized designers will combine your vision with years of design experience to create a unique space that exceeds your highest expectations. We offer an extensive line of kitchen and bath products that allow us to meet your design needs on any budget. We operate as an in home service provider only. We don't have a show room, so we can pass our low overhead savings on to our clients. If you are interested in remodeling your kitchen or bath, please contact us for a free in home consultation.
"Jeff and his team (Deanna, Jake, Javier, and Rolando) did an excellent job from start to finish. They worked with us and explained every step of the process, helping us with design decisions and selections. The end product, our new kitchen, is of the highest quality. They made the process very easy and quickly closed out our punch list. We're very excited to have our new, updated kitchen and I would very much recommend WaterStone for future work."
Jim S on January 2023
We specialize in full home remodeling, kitchen and bathroom, interior and exterior painting, roofing and everything in-between, we are specialized with insurance claim. As an award-winning company, we deliver high-quality work tailored to your needs and budget. Communication is our priority—contact us today for a free estimate!
"I just had Potts Brothers redo my bathroom and basement, and honestly, they killed it. The whole process was super easy, and the results are amazing. Youssef and Peter were awesome to work with. Youssef helped me figure out the design and had some great ideas that made everything look even better than I imagined. Peter oversaw the work and together with omar and the rest of the team, and they made sure everything was done right and on time. The bathroom is now my favorite part of the house—it’s modern, functional, and just looks so good. The basement went from being a storage dump to a space I actually want to hang out in. The quality of the work is really solid, and you can tell they care about the little details. What I really appreciated was how communicative they were. Youssef and Peter kept me in the loop the whole time, answered all my random questions, and made sure I was happy with how things were going. If you’re thinking about a remodel, I’d definitely recommend Potts Brothers. Youssef and Peter are a great team, and they made the whole thing stress-free. 10/10!"
Therese J on January 2025
We specialize in full home remodeling, kitchen and bathroom, interior and exterior painting, roofing and everything in-between, we are specialized with insurance claim. As an award-winning company, we deliver high-quality work tailored to your needs and budget. Communication is our priority—contact us today for a free estimate!
"I just had Potts Brothers redo my bathroom and basement, and honestly, they killed it. The whole process was super easy, and the results are amazing. Youssef and Peter were awesome to work with. Youssef helped me figure out the design and had some great ideas that made everything look even better than I imagined. Peter oversaw the work and together with omar and the rest of the team, and they made sure everything was done right and on time. The bathroom is now my favorite part of the house—it’s modern, functional, and just looks so good. The basement went from being a storage dump to a space I actually want to hang out in. The quality of the work is really solid, and you can tell they care about the little details. What I really appreciated was how communicative they were. Youssef and Peter kept me in the loop the whole time, answered all my random questions, and made sure I was happy with how things were going. If you’re thinking about a remodel, I’d definitely recommend Potts Brothers. Youssef and Peter are a great team, and they made the whole thing stress-free. 10/10!"
Therese J on January 2025
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. 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, bathroom, window and door 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!
"STAY AWAY!!!! This Company cancelled the initial estimate on me 3 times making me drive 90 minutes to the property each time. They finally showed and gave me the typical hard sell "if you sign the contract today..." They gave us a quote so far over market value we should have walked away. But we agreed because of the "70 year history in the industry" We thought we were buying a service from a company with integrity. They took an immediate $18K deposit on a $55K project. I know, shame on me for agreeing to such an amount. We knew we were over spending, but... One month later, they simply cancelled the contract without explanation and without any work on the project. This contract was binding on us but, in their words, was not binding on them because "there's a clause in the fine print that allows them to cancel" THEY STILL HAVE OUR MONEY and I STILL NEED A ROOF Stay away from this company. No integrity No responsibility Unreliable Over priced Will take your money and keep it"
Michael H on August 2024
With over 70 years of experience in home improvement, Long Home Products is the industry-leading company you can trust to give you peace of mind. 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, bathroom, window and door 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!
"STAY AWAY!!!! This Company cancelled the initial estimate on me 3 times making me drive 90 minutes to the property each time. They finally showed and gave me the typical hard sell "if you sign the contract today..." They gave us a quote so far over market value we should have walked away. But we agreed because of the "70 year history in the industry" We thought we were buying a service from a company with integrity. They took an immediate $18K deposit on a $55K project. I know, shame on me for agreeing to such an amount. We knew we were over spending, but... One month later, they simply cancelled the contract without explanation and without any work on the project. This contract was binding on us but, in their words, was not binding on them because "there's a clause in the fine print that allows them to cancel" THEY STILL HAVE OUR MONEY and I STILL NEED A ROOF Stay away from this company. No integrity No responsibility Unreliable Over priced Will take your money and keep it"
Michael H on August 2024
Braemar is the premier destination for custom and semi-custom cabinetry for all areas of your home. We specialize in kitchen and bath design and custom cabinetry. We provide custom cabinets that are tailored to fit your needs, style preferences and budget goals. We also provide kitchen and bath design and cabinetry services for builders, architects and interior designers. We work with a number of different manufacturers including our very own line of cabinetry: Braemar by Hampshire. All of our cabinets are made to order, allowing us to meet every design challenge and style goal. We pride ourselves in our passion for design and enthusiasm in meeting all of our clients needs through detailed and thoughtful design solutions.
"Amazing. Will hire again when we have another project."
Bijal G on November 2019
Braemar is the premier destination for custom and semi-custom cabinetry for all areas of your home. We specialize in kitchen and bath design and custom cabinetry. We provide custom cabinets that are tailored to fit your needs, style preferences and budget goals. We also provide kitchen and bath design and cabinetry services for builders, architects and interior designers. We work with a number of different manufacturers including our very own line of cabinetry: Braemar by Hampshire. All of our cabinets are made to order, allowing us to meet every design challenge and style goal. We pride ourselves in our passion for design and enthusiasm in meeting all of our clients needs through detailed and thoughtful design solutions.
"Amazing. Will hire again when we have another project."
Bijal G on November 2019
Guest house building services FAQs
In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.
Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.
When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.
How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.
Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.
No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.
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