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CT Home Remodeling LLC

171 Boston Hill Rd
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CT Home Remodeling LLC

171 Boston Hill Rd
1.00(
1
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Approved Pro
680 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

At CT Home Remodeling LLC, we specialize in comprehensive interior and exterior renovations that transform homes into beautiful, functional, and modern spaces. Whether you're looking to update your kitchen and bathrooms, enhance your living areas, or completely revamp your home’s exterior, our expert team delivers high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design solutions tailored to your needs.

"Hello my name is Patricia i am the wife of one of Kevin Smith workers and mother 4 childrens i took the liberty of writing in this place to make a public complaint since the company is hiring workers deceiving them by making them work long hours and when they complete the ir Beging to put obstacles in their way to receive their payment"

Patricia B on August 2025

At CT Home Remodeling LLC, we specialize in comprehensive interior and exterior renovations that transform homes into beautiful, functional, and modern spaces. Whether you're looking to update your kitchen and bathrooms, enhance your living areas, or completely revamp your home’s exterior, our expert team delivers high-quality craftsmanship and innovative design solutions tailored to your needs.

"Hello my name is Patricia i am the wife of one of Kevin Smith workers and mother 4 childrens i took the liberty of writing in this place to make a public complaint since the company is hiring workers deceiving them by making them work long hours and when they complete the ir Beging to put obstacles in their way to receive their payment"

Patricia B on August 2025


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Sensible Home Products LLC

95 Kitts Lane
5.00(
96
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Sensible Home Products LLC

95 Kitts Lane
5.00(
96
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
312 local quotes requested

Sensible Home Products is local family owned and operated company. Our goal is to use the latest in cutting edge home improvement technologies combined with high quality energy saving products that not only look beautiful on your home, but will increase your home’s comfort level, resale value, and put money back into your pocket where it belongs. With so many home improvement companies located in Connecticut, you may ask what make sense about Sensible Home Products? See our website for more information

"The experience we had collaborating with Jeremy and the Sensible Home Products (SHP) team was outstanding and one beyond anything we could have imagined. In fact, we have never had a better experience with any contractor or company, of any type, than what we had with SHP. Trust, transparency, and talent are three essential elements that drive a fantastic customer experience. Jeremy demonstrated a level of trust that gave us comfort that the needed improvements made to our 90-year-old home, were appropriate and that the house would be safe, secure, and visually pleasing for future generations. This trust emerged from the initial quote that described the specific steps SHP would follow, to leaving the work area, every day, as spotless as when the team showed up, to traveling to the Boston area for a door that was not available at a store in Connecticut, to creatively and thoughtfully solving the issues and challenges the house threw at SHP, to taking every requested addition to the project with a can do attitude. In a nutshell, the SHP focus was ensuring that the improvements to our house would stand the test of time, and that the work was completed with care and dedication as if we were part of Jeremy’s family. Jeremy was transparent about the daily work. He sent us pictures of the progress made and of the structural issues that were uncovered. Although we would have wished wood rot, roof leakage, water damage and termite damage did not exist, they did. Because Jeremy provided the daily updates, he was able to share why the improvements were needed and important. He always answered my questions clearly and concisely. The SHP billing approach was clear so there were never any surprises. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonably the project ended up costing. Observing Jeremy and the SHP teamwork was amazing. I have never seen such a talented, dedicated, caring, and creating team. They worked with amazing efficiency and effectiveness. I can attest, based on other projects we have taken on, this project would have taken much longer than the five short weeks (including Christmas and below freezing temperatures) this took. The quality of their work was remarkable and the pride in their workmanship was always evident. The extra touches he included in the project and the counsel he provided gave us 100% confidence that he would do what was right and that he, and SHP, would go above and beyond. The house is beautiful, and Jeremy and SHP will always hold a place in our hearts. They are an absolute gift, and they are now considered part of our family. I did not know Jeremy before this project, but I now count him as a friend. Going forward, we will call Jeremy and SHP first and we will know that he will care for us and for our house as if it was his own."

Jennifer M on January 2025

Sensible Home Products is local family owned and operated company. Our goal is to use the latest in cutting edge home improvement technologies combined with high quality energy saving products that not only look beautiful on your home, but will increase your home’s comfort level, resale value, and put money back into your pocket where it belongs. With so many home improvement companies located in Connecticut, you may ask what make sense about Sensible Home Products? See our website for more information

"The experience we had collaborating with Jeremy and the Sensible Home Products (SHP) team was outstanding and one beyond anything we could have imagined. In fact, we have never had a better experience with any contractor or company, of any type, than what we had with SHP. Trust, transparency, and talent are three essential elements that drive a fantastic customer experience. Jeremy demonstrated a level of trust that gave us comfort that the needed improvements made to our 90-year-old home, were appropriate and that the house would be safe, secure, and visually pleasing for future generations. This trust emerged from the initial quote that described the specific steps SHP would follow, to leaving the work area, every day, as spotless as when the team showed up, to traveling to the Boston area for a door that was not available at a store in Connecticut, to creatively and thoughtfully solving the issues and challenges the house threw at SHP, to taking every requested addition to the project with a can do attitude. In a nutshell, the SHP focus was ensuring that the improvements to our house would stand the test of time, and that the work was completed with care and dedication as if we were part of Jeremy’s family. Jeremy was transparent about the daily work. He sent us pictures of the progress made and of the structural issues that were uncovered. Although we would have wished wood rot, roof leakage, water damage and termite damage did not exist, they did. Because Jeremy provided the daily updates, he was able to share why the improvements were needed and important. He always answered my questions clearly and concisely. The SHP billing approach was clear so there were never any surprises. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised at how reasonably the project ended up costing. Observing Jeremy and the SHP teamwork was amazing. I have never seen such a talented, dedicated, caring, and creating team. They worked with amazing efficiency and effectiveness. I can attest, based on other projects we have taken on, this project would have taken much longer than the five short weeks (including Christmas and below freezing temperatures) this took. The quality of their work was remarkable and the pride in their workmanship was always evident. The extra touches he included in the project and the counsel he provided gave us 100% confidence that he would do what was right and that he, and SHP, would go above and beyond. The house is beautiful, and Jeremy and SHP will always hold a place in our hearts. They are an absolute gift, and they are now considered part of our family. I did not know Jeremy before this project, but I now count him as a friend. Going forward, we will call Jeremy and SHP first and we will know that he will care for us and for our house as if it was his own."

Jennifer M on January 2025


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AGD Construction Service LLC

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AGD Construction Service LLC

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151 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

With a decade of experience transform your home with ADG Construction services comprehensive additions and remodeling services. Whether you're looking to expand your living space, update outdated features, or create a more functional layout, our team is here to bring your vision to fruition. With a focus on superior workmanship and customer satisfaction, we guide clients through every step of the process, delivering stunning results that enhance both the beauty and value of their homes. Check out our Reviews on Homeadvisor! https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.AGDConstructionService.147949790.html

With a decade of experience transform your home with ADG Construction services comprehensive additions and remodeling services. Whether you're looking to expand your living space, update outdated features, or create a more functional layout, our team is here to bring your vision to fruition. With a focus on superior workmanship and customer satisfaction, we guide clients through every step of the process, delivering stunning results that enhance both the beauty and value of their homes. Check out our Reviews on Homeadvisor! https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.AGDConstructionService.147949790.html


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3 Son's Siding & Gutters LLC

Located In:
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3 Son's Siding & Gutters LLC

Located In:
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3706 local quotes requested

Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.

"After a few delays because of rain they came they completed the job within two and a half hours cleaned everything up actually did some extra reinforcement on my porch at no extra charge highly recommend"

Arthur D on June 2025

Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.

"After a few delays because of rain they came they completed the job within two and a half hours cleaned everything up actually did some extra reinforcement on my porch at no extra charge highly recommend"

Arthur D on June 2025


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Lewis Construction

5.00(
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Lewis Construction

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
588 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! 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! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"My house is close to 100 years old. It has a lot of issues that took some creative construction problem solving. Mick was able to tackle each project and my house is beautiful as a result! Mick is hard working, pleasant and very skilled. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!"

Amy L on November 2024

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! 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! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"My house is close to 100 years old. It has a lot of issues that took some creative construction problem solving. Mick was able to tackle each project and my house is beautiful as a result! Mick is hard working, pleasant and very skilled. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!"

Amy L on November 2024


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Rivers Construction

176 North Society Road
5.00(
9
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Rivers Construction

176 North Society Road
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
102 local quotes requested

We are a small family owned business who specializes in construction like decks, interior remodeling, pavers, concrete, and also landscaping services and more. We have been in business for over 4 years with decades of experience. We are licensed, insured, and BBB accredited. Call or click for your quote today!

"Very personable & on they showed up on time. Very affordable. They get the job done. Definitely recommend."

Luz S on July 2025

We are a small family owned business who specializes in construction like decks, interior remodeling, pavers, concrete, and also landscaping services and more. We have been in business for over 4 years with decades of experience. We are licensed, insured, and BBB accredited. Call or click for your quote today!

"Very personable & on they showed up on time. Very affordable. They get the job done. Definitely recommend."

Luz S on July 2025


WTJ Construction, LLC

5.00(
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WTJ Construction, LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
544 local quotes requested

Here to help you with all your remodeling and other interior needs you may have.

"WTJ Construction is capable of handling any job, big or small. We are very happy with the work they did on our remodel. They were dependable, courteous, and efficient. All needs were addressed promptly. We would recommend them for any of your home remodeling projects."

Rene H on November 2024

Here to help you with all your remodeling and other interior needs you may have.

"WTJ Construction is capable of handling any job, big or small. We are very happy with the work they did on our remodel. They were dependable, courteous, and efficient. All needs were addressed promptly. We would recommend them for any of your home remodeling projects."

Rene H on November 2024


Absolute Handyman Services

Located In:
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Approved Pro

Absolute Handyman Services

Located In:
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
544 local quotes requested

Carpenter by trade but very well versed. We have industry experience since 1990, specializing in residential handyman services, home maintenance, home improvements, and more! Absolute Handyman Services is owner operated and no job is too small or too big! 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! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Wonderful. Looks like new."

Melody S on April 2025

Carpenter by trade but very well versed. We have industry experience since 1990, specializing in residential handyman services, home maintenance, home improvements, and more! Absolute Handyman Services is owner operated and no job is too small or too big! 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! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Wonderful. Looks like new."

Melody S on April 2025


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Gove Restoration LLC

PO Box 290151
4.92(
132
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Approved Pro

Gove Restoration LLC

PO Box 290151
4.92(
132
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
410 local quotes requested

Gove Restoration LLC is your trusted partner for all your restoration needs in Hartford. With our award-winning service and family-owned approach, we go above and beyond to bring your vision to life. Contact us today for a seamless and stunning home transformation.

"Matt Gove and his professional carpentry and painting team who worked to repair, protect and paint the exterior of our home this summer were excellent! I highly recommend Gove Restoration! They worked long days with great attention to detail and the communication was very good when unexpected areas of concern were discovered. Matt provided thoughtful, cost effective/restorative solutions that addressed issues and many times worked with our existing materials. His advice came from a place of, “What would I do if this were my house?” which we very much appreciated. We look forward to working with Matt and his team on some interior projects next!"

Margot P on September 2025

Gove Restoration LLC is your trusted partner for all your restoration needs in Hartford. With our award-winning service and family-owned approach, we go above and beyond to bring your vision to life. Contact us today for a seamless and stunning home transformation.

"Matt Gove and his professional carpentry and painting team who worked to repair, protect and paint the exterior of our home this summer were excellent! I highly recommend Gove Restoration! They worked long days with great attention to detail and the communication was very good when unexpected areas of concern were discovered. Matt provided thoughtful, cost effective/restorative solutions that addressed issues and many times worked with our existing materials. His advice came from a place of, “What would I do if this were my house?” which we very much appreciated. We look forward to working with Matt and his team on some interior projects next!"

Margot P on September 2025


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Erick's Painting Services, LLC

184 Liberty St
4.77(
30
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Erick's Painting Services, LLC

184 Liberty St
4.77(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
1666 local quotes requested

Here at Erick's Painting Services, we are 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 quality home improvement services such as Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Popcorn Ceiling Removal, Wallpaper Removal, Drywall Installation, Pressure Wash, Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels, and more! You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I recently hired Erick's Painting Services LLC for a full interior repaint of my home, and I can confidently say they are the best in the business. From the initial consultation to the final brushstroke, their professionalism, attention to detail, and customer service were truly outstanding. The team was punctual, respectful of my space, and meticulously clean — they took great care to protect my furniture and flooring and left no mess behind. The color consultation was incredibly helpful; their expert provided thoughtful suggestions that matched my style and lighting perfectly. The quality of the workmanship is second to none. Every line is crisp, every coat is even, and the finish looks like something out of a magazine. They used premium paints, and the results speak for themselves — my home feels completely transformed. What stood out the most was their communication and commitment to satisfaction. They checked in at every stage, welcomed feedback, and made sure I was 100% happy with the results before wrapping up. If you’re looking for a trustworthy, high-quality interior painting company, Erick's Painting Services LLC is the one to call. I couldn’t be happier with their work and will absolutely hire them again for future projects."

Summer N on May 2025

Here at Erick's Painting Services, we are 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 quality home improvement services such as Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Popcorn Ceiling Removal, Wallpaper Removal, Drywall Installation, Pressure Wash, Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels, and more! You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I recently hired Erick's Painting Services LLC for a full interior repaint of my home, and I can confidently say they are the best in the business. From the initial consultation to the final brushstroke, their professionalism, attention to detail, and customer service were truly outstanding. The team was punctual, respectful of my space, and meticulously clean — they took great care to protect my furniture and flooring and left no mess behind. The color consultation was incredibly helpful; their expert provided thoughtful suggestions that matched my style and lighting perfectly. The quality of the workmanship is second to none. Every line is crisp, every coat is even, and the finish looks like something out of a magazine. They used premium paints, and the results speak for themselves — my home feels completely transformed. What stood out the most was their communication and commitment to satisfaction. They checked in at every stage, welcomed feedback, and made sure I was 100% happy with the results before wrapping up. If you’re looking for a trustworthy, high-quality interior painting company, Erick's Painting Services LLC is the one to call. I couldn’t be happier with their work and will absolutely hire them again for future projects."

Summer N on May 2025

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FAQs for shelter or outbuilding building service projects in Hartford, CT

A bomb shelter is an abode built to withstand disaster. Bomb shelters may refer to a space or bunker that can protect inhabitants through a hypothetical nuclear attack, apocalypse, or any other massive crisis. People usually build bomb shelters underground and stock them to live there a few days to a month at a time. Doomsday bunkers accommodate long-term living rather than just through a short crisis.

Builders construct bomb shelters with reinforced steel, box culvert, concrete, or other durable materials (but many professionals do not recommend shipping containers, as they’re not designed to live underground. If building underground, you’ll first have to excavate land before building the actual structure. You’ll have to implement air and water filtration systems, septic systems, and power supply.

It takes a lot of experience to safely and legally construct a bomb shelter, not to mention make sure it’s fit to live in for extended periods of time. It’s best to talk to a residential structural engineer near you for proper guidance.

The current standard filtration systems require filtering both air and water. For air, you’ll want an NBC filter system, which both domestic and international producers make. NBC stands for Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical, which filters out all three. If you’re only building your shelter for natural disasters, chemical attacks, and biological attacks, you may opt for the less expensive HEPA filter system. 

Water filtration requires the same level of care. You’ll likely want to have a large water storage capacity to survive short-term disasters. For long-term living, you’ll want to have a water filtration system.

Rising S bunker prices depend on the size, ranging anywhere from $20,000 to $9 million. Their least expensive model is 96 square feet while their most expensive model has a gym, swimming pool, hot tub, and bowling alley.

  • Mini: $45,500

  • Standard Bomb Shelter: $67,500–$109,500

  • Silver Leaf: $140,000–$182,500

  • Admiral: $180,000–$500,000

  • Xtreme: $450,000–$780,000

  • Xtreme Bunker Complex: $840,000–$1,830,000

  • Luxury Series: $3,800,000–$9,600,000

You almost always need a permit to build a bunker on land with any type of public utilities running through it. You’ll want to check with your local building code enforcement agency to see if this is the case for your area. 

Because you’re building a structural component that often requires electricity, water, and sewage services, you’ll need to apply for permits to attach these utilities to your new property. However, off-grid-only units in rural areas may not need all or any of the permitting you’d normally find in more urban settings.

To survive a nuclear blast, you’ll need to have your bunker at least three feet underground. However, it’s usually advisable to put it further underground. To survive a close strike, you’ll want to have the bunker at least 10 feet down and with five-foot thick reinforced concrete. However, knowing exactly how deep to build depends on the size of the blast you’re trying to avoid. Most bunkers don’t need to be more than 5 feet below the ground. 

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