941-639-8018 Design Studio You have dreams...we'll design them! All areas in your home: Kitchens/Baths/Custom Closet/Outdoor living. Remodel Renovate Design Only Design & Materials Design, Materials, & Installation. Customers have needs, We have solutions. We love setting up personalized time! 941-639-8018 or email MAIL@DonWimberly.net Custom Home Design Build Kitchen Design Build Cabinets Floor & Wall Coverings Restoration Remodel
"Don made sure everything was done right. He did alot of the work himself very happy with the high quality work."
Jim C on February 2016
941-639-8018 Design Studio You have dreams...we'll design them! All areas in your home: Kitchens/Baths/Custom Closet/Outdoor living. Remodel Renovate Design Only Design & Materials Design, Materials, & Installation. Customers have needs, We have solutions. We love setting up personalized time! 941-639-8018 or email MAIL@DonWimberly.net Custom Home Design Build Kitchen Design Build Cabinets Floor & Wall Coverings Restoration Remodel
"Don made sure everything was done right. He did alot of the work himself very happy with the high quality work."
Jim C on February 2016
With 30 years experience, Atlas General Contracting, is a state licensed and fully insured construction company specializing in Remodeling and new Construction for both commercial and residential buildings. Conveniently located in Fort Myers, Florida, we are a top Florida home builder and among the most professional contractors available. We are your best bet, and the most cost effective general contractor our area has to offer.
"Jake Hammond of STORMTECH Shutters was very prompt to our request for installation of Accordian Shutters in our house during middle of the Hurricane season. He gave us a very quick detailed quote in writing. His price was very compatitive. On my request they finished the job much earlier than I expected. His installers were two very efficient young guys who finished the job in less than 4 hours and left the place very clean. The SHUTTERS look very good. We could not have expected better service. We would RECOMMEND them to any one."
John M on September 2020
With 30 years experience, Atlas General Contracting, is a state licensed and fully insured construction company specializing in Remodeling and new Construction for both commercial and residential buildings. Conveniently located in Fort Myers, Florida, we are a top Florida home builder and among the most professional contractors available. We are your best bet, and the most cost effective general contractor our area has to offer.
"Jake Hammond of STORMTECH Shutters was very prompt to our request for installation of Accordian Shutters in our house during middle of the Hurricane season. He gave us a very quick detailed quote in writing. His price was very compatitive. On my request they finished the job much earlier than I expected. His installers were two very efficient young guys who finished the job in less than 4 hours and left the place very clean. The SHUTTERS look very good. We could not have expected better service. We would RECOMMEND them to any one."
John M on September 2020
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. 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!
"The project was top notch. Not only did they consistently show up on time. but they finished the project early and were willing to reschedule the final walkthrough multiple times to accommodate schedule final project. turned out Great."
Joyce C on November 2022
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. 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!
"The project was top notch. Not only did they consistently show up on time. but they finished the project early and were willing to reschedule the final walkthrough multiple times to accommodate schedule final project. turned out Great."
Joyce C on November 2022
We pride ourselves on being the best Water Treatment company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
"Keith and his company not only designed the perfect kitchen for us but provided the most professional and meticulous work that I have seen in a long time. They did 99% of the work while we were living in our home up north. There was never any problem with communication and when we arrived the kitchen was beautiful and immaculate. I would not hesitate to hire them. It was a wonderful ending to the nightmares of hurricane Ian."
Leslie M on March 2025
We pride ourselves on being the best Water Treatment company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
"Keith and his company not only designed the perfect kitchen for us but provided the most professional and meticulous work that I have seen in a long time. They did 99% of the work while we were living in our home up north. There was never any problem with communication and when we arrived the kitchen was beautiful and immaculate. I would not hesitate to hire them. It was a wonderful ending to the nightmares of hurricane Ian."
Leslie M on March 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, pricing and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. Therefore, we are very informative when it comes to helping our customers choose the materials and appliances for their dream job. We are experts in our trade. Our customers come first so we pay strong attention to each project needs. Service with a smile. Give us a call! We look forward to earning your business!
"fast, efficient, and a fabulous job !!! Rob and Sue were awesome and kitchen came out great cant say enough about them."
Mark B on May 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, pricing and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. Therefore, we are very informative when it comes to helping our customers choose the materials and appliances for their dream job. We are experts in our trade. Our customers come first so we pay strong attention to each project needs. Service with a smile. Give us a call! We look forward to earning your business!
"fast, efficient, and a fabulous job !!! Rob and Sue were awesome and kitchen came out great cant say enough about them."
Mark B on May 2024
For over 42 years, Maloney Homes has been an integral part of the construction landscape in Southwest Florida. What began as a humble family endeavor has flourished into a legacy spanning three generations of the Maloney family, all dedicated to the craft of construction and serving our community. We’ve helped property owners expand in times of growth and rebuild in times of crisis. Through the highs and lows, our journey has been one of resilience and dedication to excellence. At Maloney Homes, we don't just build and remodel houses - we are your construction partner. Our commitment extends beyond construction. As a board member of the Charlotte Desoto Building Industry Association and a proud member of the Chamber of Commerce, I am personally involved in the pulse of our community, ensuring that Maloney Homes remains not just a builder, but a partner in progress.
For over 42 years, Maloney Homes has been an integral part of the construction landscape in Southwest Florida. What began as a humble family endeavor has flourished into a legacy spanning three generations of the Maloney family, all dedicated to the craft of construction and serving our community. We’ve helped property owners expand in times of growth and rebuild in times of crisis. Through the highs and lows, our journey has been one of resilience and dedication to excellence. At Maloney Homes, we don't just build and remodel houses - we are your construction partner. Our commitment extends beyond construction. As a board member of the Charlotte Desoto Building Industry Association and a proud member of the Chamber of Commerce, I am personally involved in the pulse of our community, ensuring that Maloney Homes remains not just a builder, but a partner in progress.
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.
"Enrique and his team did an amazing job. They were professional and worked all day to get the job done. I had an injury that prevented me from moving heavy items and the team moved the items then returned the items once the job was done. Thank you for your exceptional work and for going above and beyond!"
James C on May 2025
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.
"Enrique and his team did an amazing job. They were professional and worked all day to get the job done. I had an injury that prevented me from moving heavy items and the team moved the items then returned the items once the job was done. Thank you for your exceptional work and for going above and beyond!"
James C on May 2025
Here at Integrity Group Construction, LLC, we pride ourselves on timeliness and quality work. From kitchen remodels to painting jobs, we promise to exceed all of your needs. We look forward to working with you!
"Great family run business"
Jules J on June 2024
Here at Integrity Group Construction, LLC, we pride ourselves on timeliness and quality work. From kitchen remodels to painting jobs, we promise to exceed all of your needs. We look forward to working with you!
"Great family run business"
Jules J on June 2024
At Fast Rehabs, we know that improving your home is a big deal — and we don’t take that lightly. Whether you're giving your space a fresh new look or tackling something bigger, we’re here to make the process easier, smoother, and stress-free. We’ve been doing this for years, helping homeowners turn their ideas into real, lasting results. Along the way, we've learned that trust matters just as much as craftsmanship. That’s why we listen, we show up when we say we will, and we treat every home like it’s our own. If you're ready to start your project — big or small — we're here to help. Let’s talk about what you have in mind
"Started off Great! They called everyday to follow up on progress. After receiving 80% of money, Calls stopped, Actually they avoided calls for weeks not knowing what was going on. Lot's of promises and not finished 4 months later. We own a Small 670 sq ft home. They promised it would be complete in 3 -4 weeks. They threw away household items, and have left 22+ items unfinished. 4 months later still not finished. Would never recommend."
Tom B on December 2024
At Fast Rehabs, we know that improving your home is a big deal — and we don’t take that lightly. Whether you're giving your space a fresh new look or tackling something bigger, we’re here to make the process easier, smoother, and stress-free. We’ve been doing this for years, helping homeowners turn their ideas into real, lasting results. Along the way, we've learned that trust matters just as much as craftsmanship. That’s why we listen, we show up when we say we will, and we treat every home like it’s our own. If you're ready to start your project — big or small — we're here to help. Let’s talk about what you have in mind
"Started off Great! They called everyday to follow up on progress. After receiving 80% of money, Calls stopped, Actually they avoided calls for weeks not knowing what was going on. Lot's of promises and not finished 4 months later. We own a Small 670 sq ft home. They promised it would be complete in 3 -4 weeks. They threw away household items, and have left 22+ items unfinished. 4 months later still not finished. Would never recommend."
Tom B on December 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!
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!
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.