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!
"Simply put, Bill builds from the heart. We had a major renovation that entailed reconfiguring the entire 2nd floor with the addition of a bed and bathroom. We also had our 1st floor reconfigured with a wall removal and a master ensuite established. With a project of this size there are challenges and Bill and his team worked as professionals through each one. The quality of build that Bill and his team establishes is top notched and stands with the best in the business, We did have some hurdles with finishing details, however, with continued communication with Bill and some realignment, the project came out better than our expectations. We're very happy with our overall results."
Thomas F on May 2023
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!
"Simply put, Bill builds from the heart. We had a major renovation that entailed reconfiguring the entire 2nd floor with the addition of a bed and bathroom. We also had our 1st floor reconfigured with a wall removal and a master ensuite established. With a project of this size there are challenges and Bill and his team worked as professionals through each one. The quality of build that Bill and his team establishes is top notched and stands with the best in the business, We did have some hurdles with finishing details, however, with continued communication with Bill and some realignment, the project came out better than our expectations. We're very happy with our overall results."
Thomas F on May 2023
Challenger Construction provides expert interior and exterior painting services. We use a proven process, starting with help in the color selection, expert surface prep, proper application and clean-up, which insures long lasting results. We only do full jobs, not partial painting. We use top of the line interior paints from Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, Insul-X, MinWax, Zinsser, PPG and more. Our employees combine their talents with the best materials to achieve excellent results.
"The guys were all very polite and friendly. I will hire them again when I start my inside work :)"
Judith B on June 2024
Challenger Construction provides expert interior and exterior painting services. We use a proven process, starting with help in the color selection, expert surface prep, proper application and clean-up, which insures long lasting results. We only do full jobs, not partial painting. We use top of the line interior paints from Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, Insul-X, MinWax, Zinsser, PPG and more. Our employees combine their talents with the best materials to achieve excellent results.
"The guys were all very polite and friendly. I will hire them again when I start my inside work :)"
Judith B on June 2024
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
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I was very happy and impressed with the level of communication, immediate attention to my questions/concerns, and the fact that all issues I raised were immediately fixed. The manager was on site every day."
sandra w on September 2015
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"I was very happy and impressed with the level of communication, immediate attention to my questions/concerns, and the fact that all issues I raised were immediately fixed. The manager was on site every day."
sandra w on September 2015
Were 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
Were 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
Michael Bogues Construction, LLC, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Michael Bogues Construction, LLC, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
Michael Bogues Construction, LLC, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Michael Bogues Construction, LLC, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
We offer free estimates for any size project : kitchens, bathrooms, exteriors, roofing, additions, decks, bedrooms, basements, or even an entire home. We also provide design work with multiple photo realistic renderings and 360° views along with full floorplans and elevations, so you can really envision your new space before you build it. We help to guide our clients through every stage of a renovation so that it comes in on time and on budget. Call us today at 203-644-9124.
"I highly recommend DDR. There are so many contractors out there and it is difficult to know what youâ ll get when you hire someone, from the quality of the work to the level of communication. This team did a great job from start to finish, and delivered a beautiful new space for my family. We selected DDR after getting multiple bids to update our walk-out basement into a more livable space. Key in this selection -- the price was competitive, and the team seemed attentive to the project needs as outlined. I had a tight budget and relatively aggressive timeline for this project. Admittedly the timeline was impacted by a few things that were out of DDRâ s control, including the Town building inspectorâ s schedule and a delivery delay (a new window arrived damaged and had to be reordered.) Nevertheless, the team stayed on budget and delivered a wonderful new basement. What a great project team -- led by Alex, the team (including John + Angel) truly transformed a dark dingy space into a bright fresh room. Alex was very thoughtful in suggesting options that would improve things and was exceptionally attentive to detail. He was super responsive to any texts or questions. In particular, I appreciated his high level of â perfectionismâ in how the finished product turned out. For phase 2, we need some custom cabinetry built for the space and I look forward to having the DDR team return to work on this next phase."
Alison F on November 2024
We offer free estimates for any size project : kitchens, bathrooms, exteriors, roofing, additions, decks, bedrooms, basements, or even an entire home. We also provide design work with multiple photo realistic renderings and 360° views along with full floorplans and elevations, so you can really envision your new space before you build it. We help to guide our clients through every stage of a renovation so that it comes in on time and on budget. Call us today at 203-644-9124.
"I highly recommend DDR. There are so many contractors out there and it is difficult to know what youâ ll get when you hire someone, from the quality of the work to the level of communication. This team did a great job from start to finish, and delivered a beautiful new space for my family. We selected DDR after getting multiple bids to update our walk-out basement into a more livable space. Key in this selection -- the price was competitive, and the team seemed attentive to the project needs as outlined. I had a tight budget and relatively aggressive timeline for this project. Admittedly the timeline was impacted by a few things that were out of DDRâ s control, including the Town building inspectorâ s schedule and a delivery delay (a new window arrived damaged and had to be reordered.) Nevertheless, the team stayed on budget and delivered a wonderful new basement. What a great project team -- led by Alex, the team (including John + Angel) truly transformed a dark dingy space into a bright fresh room. Alex was very thoughtful in suggesting options that would improve things and was exceptionally attentive to detail. He was super responsive to any texts or questions. In particular, I appreciated his high level of â perfectionismâ in how the finished product turned out. For phase 2, we need some custom cabinetry built for the space and I look forward to having the DDR team return to work on this next phase."
Alison F on November 2024
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"Great workmanship, on time and on budget."
Eugenio D on June 2025
We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!
"Great workmanship, on time and on budget."
Eugenio D on June 2025
Solimine Contracting is a family owned construction firm that has been servicing CT & NY since 1995. We provide a high quality of craftsmanship & customer service that will exceed your expectations. Our focus is to provide every client with an honest approach to what is attainable in their project within their budget. Our goal is to build long lasting relationships and lifetime customers 1 home at a time!! View our website at www.soliminecontracting.com or like us on facebook to view our current projects! We look forward to making your home improvement dreams a reality. Solimine Contracting will ensure that all your dreams, whether big or small, are built with precision, professionalism and excellence. Our years of experience and dedication to detail allows us to complete every project on time and on budget. Solimine Contracting; where quality, Integrity, Punctuality and Afordability ALWAYS MATTER!!!
"This is probably the very best company we have ever worked with when renovating things in our home. We completely remodeled our master bathroom to make it user-friendly as we age. Took out a tub, put in a walk -in shower, new flooring, lights, countertop, etc. From start to finish, the entire Solimine team was knowledgeable, prompt, accurate, timely, honest and super fun to work with. The men on our job worked so hard, never taking breaks and showed up every day, from day one. I cannot recommend them highly enough. With this company, home renovation can really be a fun and relatively easy experience!"
Carol M on October 2024
Solimine Contracting is a family owned construction firm that has been servicing CT & NY since 1995. We provide a high quality of craftsmanship & customer service that will exceed your expectations. Our focus is to provide every client with an honest approach to what is attainable in their project within their budget. Our goal is to build long lasting relationships and lifetime customers 1 home at a time!! View our website at www.soliminecontracting.com or like us on facebook to view our current projects! We look forward to making your home improvement dreams a reality. Solimine Contracting will ensure that all your dreams, whether big or small, are built with precision, professionalism and excellence. Our years of experience and dedication to detail allows us to complete every project on time and on budget. Solimine Contracting; where quality, Integrity, Punctuality and Afordability ALWAYS MATTER!!!
"This is probably the very best company we have ever worked with when renovating things in our home. We completely remodeled our master bathroom to make it user-friendly as we age. Took out a tub, put in a walk -in shower, new flooring, lights, countertop, etc. From start to finish, the entire Solimine team was knowledgeable, prompt, accurate, timely, honest and super fun to work with. The men on our job worked so hard, never taking breaks and showed up every day, from day one. I cannot recommend them highly enough. With this company, home renovation can really be a fun and relatively easy experience!"
Carol M on October 2024
The 30% rule serves as a guideline suggesting that renovation costs should not exceed 30% of your home's current market value. This principle helps prevent over-investing in improvements that the market may not fully reward upon resale.
For example, if your property is valued at $200,000, keeping your renovation budget under $60,000 provides better financial returns. However, this rule should be balanced with your personal goals and how long you plan to remain in the home.
A $50,000 budget can effectively transform several spaces if carefully allocated. This amount covers a moderate kitchen refresh combined with a bathroom update, or several less complex rooms like bedrooms and living areas.
Your geographic location, material choices, and the extent of structural changes significantly impact what this budget can accomplish. Focusing on cosmetic improvements rather than major layout changes helps maximize your investment across multiple spaces.
Labor constitutes the largest expense in multi-room remodels, accounting for 40% to 70% of total costs. Kitchen and bathroom spaces demand the highest investment due to their specialized fixtures, cabinetry requirements, and necessary plumbing work.
Premium materials such as natural stone countertops, hardwood flooring, and custom cabinetry also significantly increase project costs. Strategic budgeting that balances splurges and savings helps manage these high-cost elements effectively.
Most multi-room remodeling projects require three to six months from start to completion, though complex renovations may extend longer. The process follows a necessary sequence of demolition, structural work, mechanical rough-ins, finishing, and final detailing.
Timeline variables include material availability, contractor scheduling, inspection delays, and unexpected conditions discovered during construction. Establishing clear communication with your contractor and making prompt decisions helps maintain momentum throughout the project.
Begin with foundational and structural modifications that affect multiple spaces before progressing to individual rooms. Address "wet" areas like kitchens and bathrooms next, as these involve the most complex work with plumbing and specialized installations. Complete bedrooms and living spaces last to prevent damage to newly finished areas.
This logical progression minimizes redundant work and creates at least one functional living zone throughout the renovation process. Coordinating related work across different spaces also improves efficiency and potentially reduces costs.