J.R. Keough Construction 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 12 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!
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I B on April 2025
J.R. Keough Construction 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 12 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!
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I B on April 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.
"DV was easy to work with and did all that was expected. Professional and very personable. Communication was great, and they set expectations and met them. I will hire again for other projects!"
Walter M on June 2023
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.
"DV was easy to work with and did all that was expected. Professional and very personable. Communication was great, and they set expectations and met them. I will hire again for other projects!"
Walter M on June 2023
Welcome to KMT Contracting, LLC.! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!
"He is exactly what he says he is! He does the work! And he is on time! He is phenomenal! I would recommend him to anyone!"
Christina . on September 2022
Welcome to KMT Contracting, LLC.! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!
"He is exactly what he says he is! He does the work! And he is on time! He is phenomenal! I would recommend him to anyone!"
Christina . on September 2022
Thank you for considering Capital Region & New England Home Repair. We are always prompt, courteous and professional. We have the experience and expertise to get your project done right the first time.
"Brian was responsive at every stage of the project. He came out and showed he understood the project. Responded quickly with a project cost. The work was done professionally, and when it was agreed to be done."
patrick m on July 2025
Thank you for considering Capital Region & New England Home Repair. We are always prompt, courteous and professional. We have the experience and expertise to get your project done right the first time.
"Brian was responsive at every stage of the project. He came out and showed he understood the project. Responded quickly with a project cost. The work was done professionally, and when it was agreed to be done."
patrick m on July 2025
With over 10 years of experience in the remodeling industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of remodeling projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give R&A Home Remodeling a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"They did a wonderful job on installing my cabinets"
Kevin L on March 2025
With over 10 years of experience in the remodeling industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of remodeling projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give R&A Home Remodeling a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"They did a wonderful job on installing my cabinets"
Kevin L on March 2025
Bob Construction Pro 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. Please give us a call today!
Bob Construction Pro 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. Please give us a call today!
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!
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!
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. I have been working on residential improvements professionally and personally for over 25 years. I specialize in detailed carpentry work to enhance the comfort of any home. From closets, entryway or kitchen built-ins to full framing renovations & additions. I take pride in the projects we complete. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! We are also a Barden Homes dealer for new custom homes as well. https://www.bardenbp.com I invite you to look at some of my recent projects completed.
"Really responsible and diligent crew. Did excellent work. Definitely the best quote. Enjoyed working with them."
James N on April 2025
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. I have been working on residential improvements professionally and personally for over 25 years. I specialize in detailed carpentry work to enhance the comfort of any home. From closets, entryway or kitchen built-ins to full framing renovations & additions. I take pride in the projects we complete. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! We are also a Barden Homes dealer for new custom homes as well. https://www.bardenbp.com I invite you to look at some of my recent projects completed.
"Really responsible and diligent crew. Did excellent work. Definitely the best quote. Enjoyed working with them."
James N on April 2025
John's Construction and Renovation 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.
"Hard working, ethical, communicative, did a great job! Very knowledgeable and skilled!"
Cyndi R on April 2025
John's Construction and Renovation 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.
"Hard working, ethical, communicative, did a great job! Very knowledgeable and skilled!"
Cyndi R on April 2025
Quad Home and Lawncare 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 WORK is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Joseph is a pleasure to work with. He helped us remodel our old house for sale and is helping us with an addition to our new house. He pays attention to details and makes sure you are getting exactly what you want (and doesnâ t care if you change your mind a few timesâ ¦) Honest, kind, and hardworking."
Audra W on August 2024
Quad Home and Lawncare 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 WORK is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are mindful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Joseph is a pleasure to work with. He helped us remodel our old house for sale and is helping us with an addition to our new house. He pays attention to details and makes sure you are getting exactly what you want (and doesnâ t care if you change your mind a few timesâ ¦) Honest, kind, and hardworking."
Audra W on August 2024
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.