Interested in enhancing your home or property's value but unsure who to trust? Forge is a licensed and insured general contractor that is owned and operated by veterans. We prioritize honesty, integrity, and quality above all else. Our expertise includes remodeling projects of various scales and complexities.
"Our experience with Forge Contracting was marked by high integrity, good quality, and high value work. I wanted to acknowledge the satisfaction on our remodel. I must give a 100% satisfied mark as you not only finished the job early and under budget, but with great sub-contractors and excellent workmanship. The job was done very efficiently and timely. I would recommend Forge Contracting to anyone and will welcome any calls or references."
Austin M on July 2024
Interested in enhancing your home or property's value but unsure who to trust? Forge is a licensed and insured general contractor that is owned and operated by veterans. We prioritize honesty, integrity, and quality above all else. Our expertise includes remodeling projects of various scales and complexities.
"Our experience with Forge Contracting was marked by high integrity, good quality, and high value work. I wanted to acknowledge the satisfaction on our remodel. I must give a 100% satisfied mark as you not only finished the job early and under budget, but with great sub-contractors and excellent workmanship. The job was done very efficiently and timely. I would recommend Forge Contracting to anyone and will welcome any calls or references."
Austin M on July 2024
We specialize in home remodels, basement finishing, and additions. We take pride in delivering beautiful spaces and an exceptional experience. Why Choose Us? Quality Work: We deliver top-notch craftsmanship, ensuring your home looks and feels just the way you envisioned. Excellent Communication: We keep you informed so you always know what's happening with your project. Prompt and Reliable: We respect your time and always strive to be on schedule. Clean and Tidy: We maintain a clean workspace and ensure we leave your home spotless at the end of each workday. Free In-Home Consultation: We offer a complimentary consultation to discuss your project and provide expert advice. What Our Clients Say: "We had the best experience with CB Homes and Renovations. Chad took care of everything! He was so great to work with. Enthusiastic and so knowledgeable. Very professional. The best experience we’ve ever had with remodeling. Work with him. You will NOT be disappointed."
"I am happy with the results. Chad Was great to work with."
Randa B on May 2025
We specialize in home remodels, basement finishing, and additions. We take pride in delivering beautiful spaces and an exceptional experience. Why Choose Us? Quality Work: We deliver top-notch craftsmanship, ensuring your home looks and feels just the way you envisioned. Excellent Communication: We keep you informed so you always know what's happening with your project. Prompt and Reliable: We respect your time and always strive to be on schedule. Clean and Tidy: We maintain a clean workspace and ensure we leave your home spotless at the end of each workday. Free In-Home Consultation: We offer a complimentary consultation to discuss your project and provide expert advice. What Our Clients Say: "We had the best experience with CB Homes and Renovations. Chad took care of everything! He was so great to work with. Enthusiastic and so knowledgeable. Very professional. The best experience we’ve ever had with remodeling. Work with him. You will NOT be disappointed."
"I am happy with the results. Chad Was great to work with."
Randa B on May 2025
Goodrich General Contracting, LLC is committed to excellence in 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 our customers. 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.
"Cody was great to work with. He listened to what I wanted to do and gave suggestions when needed. Very professional, showed up when he said he would and cleaned up after he was done each time. I am very happy with the outcome and will be enjoying my new bathrooms for years to come! I highly recommend Goodrich construction for any remodeling job! "
Carla B on January 2025
Goodrich General Contracting, LLC is committed to excellence in 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 our customers. 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.
"Cody was great to work with. He listened to what I wanted to do and gave suggestions when needed. Very professional, showed up when he said he would and cleaned up after he was done each time. I am very happy with the outcome and will be enjoying my new bathrooms for years to come! I highly recommend Goodrich construction for any remodeling job! "
Carla B on January 2025
LAKE VALLEY CONSTRUCTION LLC is committed to excellence in 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 our customers. 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.
"Job was done beautiful without issues "
Stanton J on May 2025
LAKE VALLEY CONSTRUCTION LLC is committed to excellence in 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 our customers. 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.
"Job was done beautiful without issues "
Stanton J on May 2025
We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry installation, custom closets, interior trim and decorative molding installation, built-in furniture, and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Dan and his team installed beautiful custom built ins. He was extremely detail oriented, professional, prompt and respectful. I would recommend Dan and Xinja to anyone. "
Tim D on March 2025
We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in cabinetry installation, custom closets, interior trim and decorative molding installation, built-in furniture, and a variety of related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Dan and his team installed beautiful custom built ins. He was extremely detail oriented, professional, prompt and respectful. I would recommend Dan and Xinja to anyone. "
Tim D on March 2025
Welcome to Salt City Renovations, where your dream spaces come to life! We specialize in transforming kitchens and bathrooms into stunning, functional areas that reflect your unique style and needs. Salt City Renovations is one of Utah's top Custom Closet Groups, providing a free in-home consult and design for your dream closet. At Salt City Renovations, our dedicated team of professionals excels in kitchen,bathroom and closet remodels, ensuring that every project we undertake meets the your expectation of quality and craftsmanship.
"Easy to work with. Kitchen remodel was beautiful. The entire team was courteous, paid attention to detail and did their best to keep a dust free environment during the remodel. "
Haley S on April 2025
Welcome to Salt City Renovations, where your dream spaces come to life! We specialize in transforming kitchens and bathrooms into stunning, functional areas that reflect your unique style and needs. Salt City Renovations is one of Utah's top Custom Closet Groups, providing a free in-home consult and design for your dream closet. At Salt City Renovations, our dedicated team of professionals excels in kitchen,bathroom and closet remodels, ensuring that every project we undertake meets the your expectation of quality and craftsmanship.
"Easy to work with. Kitchen remodel was beautiful. The entire team was courteous, paid attention to detail and did their best to keep a dust free environment during the remodel. "
Haley S on April 2025
Fine Design Construction is an owner operated custom home builder and designer company located in the Wasatch back. We also serve, Park City, Utah County and Salt Lake areas. With over 46 years combined experience as General Contractors, our expertise will exceed your expectations and manifest superb results! We specialize in interior design, high-end custom homes/large additions & remodels. Fine Design works tirelessly through each detail and all the particulars to achieve the home of your dreams. Our interior designers work in-house with our builders to achieve all your customizations and specifications of your build. No more Contractor/Designer mishaps! We are all in one! Save time, same money and headache without compromising!
Fine Design Construction is an owner operated custom home builder and designer company located in the Wasatch back. We also serve, Park City, Utah County and Salt Lake areas. With over 46 years combined experience as General Contractors, our expertise will exceed your expectations and manifest superb results! We specialize in interior design, high-end custom homes/large additions & remodels. Fine Design works tirelessly through each detail and all the particulars to achieve the home of your dreams. Our interior designers work in-house with our builders to achieve all your customizations and specifications of your build. No more Contractor/Designer mishaps! We are all in one! Save time, same money and headache without compromising!
We specialize in all masonry services, repairs, installation 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!
"Happy with the work. Jason is a good guy to work with and my house looks so much better."
Chris w on January 2025
We specialize in all masonry services, repairs, installation 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!
"Happy with the work. Jason is a good guy to work with and my house looks so much better."
Chris w on January 2025
Your satisfaction is very important to us, 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 our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
"These guys were great to work with. They were professional and outstanding at staying in communication and on schedule."
Andria W on April 2025
Your satisfaction is very important to us, 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 our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.
"These guys were great to work with. They were professional and outstanding at staying in communication and on schedule."
Andria W on April 2025
With over a decade of experience in the construction industry, England Fine Construction can help with anything from interior paint and lime plaster, to full bathroom and kitchen remodels, complete with tile, plumbing and electrical. We specialize in working with families and individuals with an interest in quality, and a desire for a rich aesthetic environment. We’re not the lowest bid and because we offer a value far exceeding most.
"Caleb and his team redid my living room walls in a stunning lime plaster finish. It’s an absolute work of art. I highly recommend working with them."
Marie B on January 2025
With over a decade of experience in the construction industry, England Fine Construction can help with anything from interior paint and lime plaster, to full bathroom and kitchen remodels, complete with tile, plumbing and electrical. We specialize in working with families and individuals with an interest in quality, and a desire for a rich aesthetic environment. We’re not the lowest bid and because we offer a value far exceeding most.
"Caleb and his team redid my living room walls in a stunning lime plaster finish. It’s an absolute work of art. I highly recommend working with them."
Marie B on January 2025
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.