We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.
John Salm, Inc., is a professional residential / commercial contractor. With 28 years of experience in the field he has seen it all. Whether you need a new kitchen or bath, or a complete remodel he can service your needs. In addition, there is never a charge for looking at any of your potential projects. Call today for a free quote.
"John is a burned out alcoholic, who hires his cronies who come to work drunk, smoke pot on the job, and generally are sloppy, disrespectful and overpriced. After working with John and his subs, I never hired another GC again. Rather do it myself."
Senoma S on October 2024
John Salm, Inc., is a professional residential / commercial contractor. With 28 years of experience in the field he has seen it all. Whether you need a new kitchen or bath, or a complete remodel he can service your needs. In addition, there is never a charge for looking at any of your potential projects. Call today for a free quote.
"John is a burned out alcoholic, who hires his cronies who come to work drunk, smoke pot on the job, and generally are sloppy, disrespectful and overpriced. After working with John and his subs, I never hired another GC again. Rather do it myself."
Senoma S on October 2024
Crown Custom Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 40 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"James did an excellent job and charged little"
Ellen C on November 2024
Crown Custom Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 40 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"James did an excellent job and charged little"
Ellen C on November 2024
Synergy Construction and Development LLC., is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to each customer. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Synergy Construction and Development LLC., is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to each customer. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Fisher Construction strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
"Fast, clean and solved all my pronlems"
Susan K on December 2023
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Fisher Construction strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
"Fast, clean and solved all my pronlems"
Susan K on December 2023
SH Building Group is on of Aspen's premier construction management groups. SH Building Group formerly Sherlock Homes Construction has been providing the Aspen and Snowmass Village home owners and estate professionals with unparalleled service, communication, organization and accountability since 2005. With highest quality craftsmanship and attention to detail SH Built is dedicated to provided clients with exceptional results. Call us today! We are excited to speak with you about future projects!
SH Building Group is on of Aspen's premier construction management groups. SH Building Group formerly Sherlock Homes Construction has been providing the Aspen and Snowmass Village home owners and estate professionals with unparalleled service, communication, organization and accountability since 2005. With highest quality craftsmanship and attention to detail SH Built is dedicated to provided clients with exceptional results. Call us today! We are excited to speak with you about future projects!
McSwain Builders is a family-owned construction company based in the Roaring Fork Valley in Colorado. We specialize in new residential construction, complete home remodels, kitchen & bath remodels, ADUs and mother-in-law suites. We also provide comprehensive property management services. Since 1996, McSwain Builders has been offering quality, value and superior craftsmanship. We are knowledgeable and experienced with sustainable construction management practices including solar, geothermal, energy efficiency, green building solutions and smart home technology. We make every effort to use locally sourced, locally milled and reclaimed timber products. We recycle on all job-sites. We look forward to earning your trust and working together to create the home of your dreams!
"Project went well! Good communication throughout the process, and no problems since the repair was done. Very professional crew."
Tom K on August 2024
McSwain Builders is a family-owned construction company based in the Roaring Fork Valley in Colorado. We specialize in new residential construction, complete home remodels, kitchen & bath remodels, ADUs and mother-in-law suites. We also provide comprehensive property management services. Since 1996, McSwain Builders has been offering quality, value and superior craftsmanship. We are knowledgeable and experienced with sustainable construction management practices including solar, geothermal, energy efficiency, green building solutions and smart home technology. We make every effort to use locally sourced, locally milled and reclaimed timber products. We recycle on all job-sites. We look forward to earning your trust and working together to create the home of your dreams!
"Project went well! Good communication throughout the process, and no problems since the repair was done. Very professional crew."
Tom K on August 2024
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Apex Custom Builders will make any house your Dream Home! We have a passion for design and quality in home improvement based on your lifestyle. We have over 15 years of experience providing custom solutions for our customers. We do additions, basements, custom homes, decks, fix and flips, outdoor space, remodels, sustainable design.
"David is extremely intelligent and knowledgeable. I have been involved in a 22 month long HOA dispute and David Karchner has been more valuable than the combined talents of the 4 attorneys I have paid more than $25,000 for."
Steve D on February 2025
Apex Custom Builders will make any house your Dream Home! We have a passion for design and quality in home improvement based on your lifestyle. We have over 15 years of experience providing custom solutions for our customers. We do additions, basements, custom homes, decks, fix and flips, outdoor space, remodels, sustainable design.
"David is extremely intelligent and knowledgeable. I have been involved in a 22 month long HOA dispute and David Karchner has been more valuable than the combined talents of the 4 attorneys I have paid more than $25,000 for."
Steve D on February 2025
JJ&E Construction is a full service general home construction and remodeling service that started in King of Prussia, PA. But now we are in Colorado. We are owner operated and focused on providing quality to each and every one of our customers. We are open for scheduling now and would like to come take a look at your home! Please give us a call or click for an estimate today!
"We poured the concrete then a Winter Storm blew in and the concrete didn’t dry correctly. They were great to come back and fix it. Sometimes things don’t always go right. You want someone who owns it and won’t stop until it’s done right. They did that."
Wiley S on May 2025
JJ&E Construction is a full service general home construction and remodeling service that started in King of Prussia, PA. But now we are in Colorado. We are owner operated and focused on providing quality to each and every one of our customers. We are open for scheduling now and would like to come take a look at your home! Please give us a call or click for an estimate today!
"We poured the concrete then a Winter Storm blew in and the concrete didn’t dry correctly. They were great to come back and fix it. Sometimes things don’t always go right. You want someone who owns it and won’t stop until it’s done right. They did that."
Wiley S on May 2025
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.