Outdoor living can become true with Designcraft. Quality craftmanship, outstanding Customer Service. We can build you outdoor kitchen patio, pond, waterfall, fireplace. Over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction , stone and masonry Visit our website and see what our Customers are saying about us: www.Designcraftllc.com, or call us 919 809-4194
"Great! They went above and beyond to make sure everything looked great!"
Jeff K on April 2025
Outdoor living can become true with Designcraft. Quality craftmanship, outstanding Customer Service. We can build you outdoor kitchen patio, pond, waterfall, fireplace. Over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction , stone and masonry Visit our website and see what our Customers are saying about us: www.Designcraftllc.com, or call us 919 809-4194
"Great! They went above and beyond to make sure everything looked great!"
Jeff K on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying 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! We are here today to create a better place to make this world better, with God's Grace. Thankfully. Javier Cruz Owner Stone and Lawn Care NC LLC. 919-427-9359
"Javier was quick to respond and give me a quote. I was very pleased with how quickly they could start. Most importantly, they did an amazing job repairing our flagstone patio that was ripped up for a foundation project. It looks good as new and we are grateful for their expertise. Great communication, completed it efficiently, and cleaned up. Highly recommend this company and would use them again for future projects."
HEATHER M on March 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying 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! We are here today to create a better place to make this world better, with God's Grace. Thankfully. Javier Cruz Owner Stone and Lawn Care NC LLC. 919-427-9359
"Javier was quick to respond and give me a quote. I was very pleased with how quickly they could start. Most importantly, they did an amazing job repairing our flagstone patio that was ripped up for a foundation project. It looks good as new and we are grateful for their expertise. Great communication, completed it efficiently, and cleaned up. Highly recommend this company and would use them again for future projects."
HEATHER M on March 2025
We do everything carpentry related from decks, flooring, and built-in cabinetry to closet renovations, shed building, and even custom-built furniture. While woodworking in general is our passion, our specialty is custom interior trim work ranging from paint grade MDF to stain-grade materials such as oak and walnut. Other specialty woods are also offered.
"Extremely well. Very timely and excellent work"
Nancy T on March 2024
We do everything carpentry related from decks, flooring, and built-in cabinetry to closet renovations, shed building, and even custom-built furniture. While woodworking in general is our passion, our specialty is custom interior trim work ranging from paint grade MDF to stain-grade materials such as oak and walnut. Other specialty woods are also offered.
"Extremely well. Very timely and excellent work"
Nancy T on March 2024
Spearhead Renovations, your trusted remodeling experts in Raleigh/Durham. From kitchen and bathroom renovations to custom cabinets and carpentry, we do it all. Transform your home with our top-notch paint, tile, and basement/attic remodeling services. Contact us today!
"Oscar from Spearhead Renovations was top notch. He was professional, courteous and most of all - responsive. We had our master bathroom remodeled and LOVE the result. His tiler in particular did an awesome job! I would definitely use Spearhead Renovations for my next bathroom remodel."
JIm H on January 2025
Spearhead Renovations, your trusted remodeling experts in Raleigh/Durham. From kitchen and bathroom renovations to custom cabinets and carpentry, we do it all. Transform your home with our top-notch paint, tile, and basement/attic remodeling services. Contact us today!
"Oscar from Spearhead Renovations was top notch. He was professional, courteous and most of all - responsive. We had our master bathroom remodeled and LOVE the result. His tiler in particular did an awesome job! I would definitely use Spearhead Renovations for my next bathroom remodel."
JIm H on January 2025
All residential projects from the roof to the yard and everywhere in between! We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, decks, porches, and sunrooms, but we do it all, so don't hesitate to call!
"Matt, the owner. Is disrespectful and "always out of town". We were quoted for a deck remodeling and a screened porch. Told it would take 6-8 months. 46 months later it was finished. I highly recommend you keep looking. His crew (the builders, did do a great job), but the unprofessionalism of Matt is the reason I leave this post. I have the screenshots of his texts to me and my wife. Oh, and don't let him use your outlets, if his crew blows them he will question them to begin with."
Derek J on July 2023
All residential projects from the roof to the yard and everywhere in between! We specialize in kitchens, bathrooms, decks, porches, and sunrooms, but we do it all, so don't hesitate to call!
"Matt, the owner. Is disrespectful and "always out of town". We were quoted for a deck remodeling and a screened porch. Told it would take 6-8 months. 46 months later it was finished. I highly recommend you keep looking. His crew (the builders, did do a great job), but the unprofessionalism of Matt is the reason I leave this post. I have the screenshots of his texts to me and my wife. Oh, and don't let him use your outlets, if his crew blows them he will question them to begin with."
Derek J on July 2023
Our family owned business has been renovating our own rental properties in this area since 2013, with many satisfied tenants. We have expanded our business to offer our renovation and remodeling services to our local community. We have several experienced workers who are professional and courteous, and have the ability to handle most homeowner requests, including building full additions. We specialize in renovating entire homes for sale or rent. We are fully insured and follow all state building code guidelines. We care about our clients and look forward to being a blessing to many. 1 Cor 10:31: "Whatever you do...do all for the glory of God."
"Without question, this company was the best of the best. Moreover, we were very pleased with both the quality of workmanship and customer service. Specifically, to cite just a few - Brian, Owner, was in consistent contact with us from beginning to end by both phone and email ( we were ever in the loop); in addition, he was open to our questions, plus, easily accessible and prompt in responsiveness. Crew professional & courteous, plus doing a full & complete removal of old materials & cleanup. Finished project exceeded our expectations. We, without question, will engage this company again for future projects."
A. O. T on June 2024
Our family owned business has been renovating our own rental properties in this area since 2013, with many satisfied tenants. We have expanded our business to offer our renovation and remodeling services to our local community. We have several experienced workers who are professional and courteous, and have the ability to handle most homeowner requests, including building full additions. We specialize in renovating entire homes for sale or rent. We are fully insured and follow all state building code guidelines. We care about our clients and look forward to being a blessing to many. 1 Cor 10:31: "Whatever you do...do all for the glory of God."
"Without question, this company was the best of the best. Moreover, we were very pleased with both the quality of workmanship and customer service. Specifically, to cite just a few - Brian, Owner, was in consistent contact with us from beginning to end by both phone and email ( we were ever in the loop); in addition, he was open to our questions, plus, easily accessible and prompt in responsiveness. Crew professional & courteous, plus doing a full & complete removal of old materials & cleanup. Finished project exceeded our expectations. We, without question, will engage this company again for future projects."
A. O. T on June 2024
***SPECIALIZING IN BATHROOM REMODELING***We are a properties and construction company out of Clayton, NC. Our experience in construction is tried and proven with Warren as our Lead Technician. He brings a wealth of experience to the table. Warren has over 30 years of home renovation experience with carpentry, bath remodels, and interior trim just to name a few. He leads a dedicated team whose individual and collective goal is to deliver quality service with respect and skill.
"Warren and the 592 P&C team were very professional and masters of their craft. From the initial meeting for a quote until the final touch. We felt very comfortable with them and trusted what they did. Highly recommend the team."
Dayna F on December 2023
***SPECIALIZING IN BATHROOM REMODELING***We are a properties and construction company out of Clayton, NC. Our experience in construction is tried and proven with Warren as our Lead Technician. He brings a wealth of experience to the table. Warren has over 30 years of home renovation experience with carpentry, bath remodels, and interior trim just to name a few. He leads a dedicated team whose individual and collective goal is to deliver quality service with respect and skill.
"Warren and the 592 P&C team were very professional and masters of their craft. From the initial meeting for a quote until the final touch. We felt very comfortable with them and trusted what they did. Highly recommend the team."
Dayna F on December 2023
We have been professionally restoring kitchens and bathrooms for over 10 years. From fiberglass and porcelain bathtubs to kitchen counters, vanity tops and Kitchen cabinets. we can refinish virtually any kitchen or bath surface affordably. We are not limited by size or scope of a project. Whether it is re-glazing a porcelain bathtub in a single family residence or refinishing 1,000 apartment kitchen counter-tops, we are more then capable of tackling all your refinishing needs. We offer lifetime warranty on all our refinishing work. We also offer a 5% Discount to all senior citizens, military, and law enforcement. we use the best product on the market for this specific trade . our services include repairing, refinishing, re-glazing, and recoloring all types of surfaces including porcelain, fiberglass, ceramic, grout, laminate, formica, metals, plastics, and wood. We specialize in bathtubs, cast iron bathtubs, claw foot tubs, showers, ceramic tile, sinks, farm sinks, vanity tops, counter tops, kitchen /bathroom cabinets. https://www.renov8co.com
"Great job would use them again"
Richard M on September 2021
We have been professionally restoring kitchens and bathrooms for over 10 years. From fiberglass and porcelain bathtubs to kitchen counters, vanity tops and Kitchen cabinets. we can refinish virtually any kitchen or bath surface affordably. We are not limited by size or scope of a project. Whether it is re-glazing a porcelain bathtub in a single family residence or refinishing 1,000 apartment kitchen counter-tops, we are more then capable of tackling all your refinishing needs. We offer lifetime warranty on all our refinishing work. We also offer a 5% Discount to all senior citizens, military, and law enforcement. we use the best product on the market for this specific trade . our services include repairing, refinishing, re-glazing, and recoloring all types of surfaces including porcelain, fiberglass, ceramic, grout, laminate, formica, metals, plastics, and wood. We specialize in bathtubs, cast iron bathtubs, claw foot tubs, showers, ceramic tile, sinks, farm sinks, vanity tops, counter tops, kitchen /bathroom cabinets. https://www.renov8co.com
"Great job would use them again"
Richard M on September 2021
We specialize in home repair and contracting services. Our goal is customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide while delivering great customer service. Check out our services we offer. Give us a call at (919-244-3396)
"Got job done quickly"
Glen S on May 2025
We specialize in home repair and contracting services. Our goal is customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide while delivering great customer service. Check out our services we offer. Give us a call at (919-244-3396)
"Got job done quickly"
Glen S on May 2025
Welcome to Baker Roofing Company. Since 1915, Baker Roofing has grown to become one of the Nation’s largest and most respected roofing contractors. We are the experts when it comes to residential roofing projects in Wilmington, North Carolina. Our reputation for quality work, responsiveness and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in our success. We are committed to client satisfaction so call us today! We offer professional building envelope services for residential, commercial and industrial customers.
"There was damaged done to the roof because the gutters leaked. The initial contact that came to my house should have received a "C", but the onsite man did a great job he redesigned the gutter plans making the repair run smoothly."
Rhonda M on January 2019
Welcome to Baker Roofing Company. Since 1915, Baker Roofing has grown to become one of the Nation’s largest and most respected roofing contractors. We are the experts when it comes to residential roofing projects in Wilmington, North Carolina. Our reputation for quality work, responsiveness and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in our success. We are committed to client satisfaction so call us today! We offer professional building envelope services for residential, commercial and industrial customers.
"There was damaged done to the roof because the gutters leaked. The initial contact that came to my house should have received a "C", but the onsite man did a great job he redesigned the gutter plans making the repair run smoothly."
Rhonda M on January 2019
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.