With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"
Curt C on March 2023
With over 20 yrs of experience, ACQ Home Improvement is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. In addition, we are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!
"Jeremy and crew are professional, and expert at what they do. Very customer focused and back their work 100 percent. It was a pleasure working with them"
Curt C on March 2023
Over 20 years of experience throughout Massachusetts, including Middlesex County and surrounding suburbs. Our services include: New construction, general contracting, additions kitchens, bathrooms, basements, built-in cabinetry, raised ceilings and cathedral ceilings, second story additions, entertainment center build and design, surround-sound, windows replacement old and new, roofing, dormers, all general carpentry. We are fully licensed and insured, plenty of references, free estimates.
"Small but significant weatherproofing job handled with care and knowledge equivalent to building the Brooklyn Bridge. Top notch customer care and concern."
Glenn M on February 2025
Over 20 years of experience throughout Massachusetts, including Middlesex County and surrounding suburbs. Our services include: New construction, general contracting, additions kitchens, bathrooms, basements, built-in cabinetry, raised ceilings and cathedral ceilings, second story additions, entertainment center build and design, surround-sound, windows replacement old and new, roofing, dormers, all general carpentry. We are fully licensed and insured, plenty of references, free estimates.
"Small but significant weatherproofing job handled with care and knowledge equivalent to building the Brooklyn Bridge. Top notch customer care and concern."
Glenn M on February 2025
Urbano Painting offers over 28 years of industry experience and will provide you with an unmatched level of experience and commitment to your home improvement project. We have earned a solid reputation for a variety of residential home improvement and repair projects to include painting, cabinetry, decks and more. 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! Give us a call today or visit our website below, and lets get started.
"Hired them to paint the interior of my home. Very attentive and courteous team. Excellent communication and updates about their progress. Iâ m happy with their work and would recommend Urbano Painting to others."
Christina A on May 2024
Urbano Painting offers over 28 years of industry experience and will provide you with an unmatched level of experience and commitment to your home improvement project. We have earned a solid reputation for a variety of residential home improvement and repair projects to include painting, cabinetry, decks and more. 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! Give us a call today or visit our website below, and lets get started.
"Hired them to paint the interior of my home. Very attentive and courteous team. Excellent communication and updates about their progress. Iâ m happy with their work and would recommend Urbano Painting to others."
Christina A on May 2024
KATS Construction & Remodel, LLC has been remodeling homes all around New Hampshire for years! From kitchens to baths, our experts know exactly how to create the look you are going for. Whether it needs a new paint job or a full demolition, our crew can do it all! Give us a call today for your free quote!
"Tom and his team rebuilt our whole kitchen they were very timely and were very professional did everything I asked for I would recommend them to do any construction job"
thomas s on September 2022
KATS Construction & Remodel, LLC has been remodeling homes all around New Hampshire for years! From kitchens to baths, our experts know exactly how to create the look you are going for. Whether it needs a new paint job or a full demolition, our crew can do it all! Give us a call today for your free quote!
"Tom and his team rebuilt our whole kitchen they were very timely and were very professional did everything I asked for I would recommend them to do any construction job"
thomas s on September 2022
We at Masonworks, LLC focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our 30+ years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"This was our second project with Mason Works. Again, Bruno and his team did really high quality work. Our new front porch and walkway look great! Bruno was super responsive and easy to work with. They did come in with one of the pricier bids for the work, but I'd say it was all money well spent."
Aaron G on December 2024
We at Masonworks, LLC focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our 30+ years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"This was our second project with Mason Works. Again, Bruno and his team did really high quality work. Our new front porch and walkway look great! Bruno was super responsive and easy to work with. They did come in with one of the pricier bids for the work, but I'd say it was all money well spent."
Aaron G on December 2024
d. a. kinsella company has been under the same creative management since 1990 and has completed hundreds of residential and commercial projects for private sector clients, including home and business owners, property managers, developers and local government. As an architectural firm, d. a. kinsella company offers architectural and construction management services, which include the preparation of: home and house plans, home designs, residential architecture, interior design and planning; construction plans and construction management services, cost estimates and construction management.
"From the very first meeting through the entire work they did they were very professional. I had a roof repair and other construction work done and I am very pleased with the quality of their work. I will definitely hire them agian and in the process of going over window replacement with them. Excellent job!"
John H on November 2021
d. a. kinsella company has been under the same creative management since 1990 and has completed hundreds of residential and commercial projects for private sector clients, including home and business owners, property managers, developers and local government. As an architectural firm, d. a. kinsella company offers architectural and construction management services, which include the preparation of: home and house plans, home designs, residential architecture, interior design and planning; construction plans and construction management services, cost estimates and construction management.
"From the very first meeting through the entire work they did they were very professional. I had a roof repair and other construction work done and I am very pleased with the quality of their work. I will definitely hire them agian and in the process of going over window replacement with them. Excellent job!"
John H on November 2021
At Matriarch Construction, we take pride in our work. I promise to take extra care as if it were my own home. Let me show you why all my customers refer me to their friends and neighbors. We get the job done right the very first time, to eliminate any problems. We look forward to discussing your next project. We are women owned!!!
At Matriarch Construction, we take pride in our work. I promise to take extra care as if it were my own home. Let me show you why all my customers refer me to their friends and neighbors. We get the job done right the very first time, to eliminate any problems. We look forward to discussing your next project. We are women owned!!!
With over 30 years of experience, O'Regan Construction, is a fully competent contractor serving Bedford and the surrounding areas. We specialize in additions and remodels, custom kitchen and built-in's, renovations, garages, decks and finished basements. All types of residential construction. Please give us a call for a free consultation on your next project.
"Friendly and professional"
Chieva M on October 2024
With over 30 years of experience, O'Regan Construction, is a fully competent contractor serving Bedford and the surrounding areas. We specialize in additions and remodels, custom kitchen and built-in's, renovations, garages, decks and finished basements. All types of residential construction. Please give us a call for a free consultation on your next project.
"Friendly and professional"
Chieva M on October 2024
Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, youll notice that were particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!
Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, youll notice that were particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!
Total Basement Finishing, A Blackdog Affiliate serves the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts and New Hampshire with basement finishing and basement remodeling. Finishing your previously unused basement gives you additional space in your home and so much more. It offers you a rare opportunity to exploit your creative side through the design process. And ultimately, you will transform a dark, uninviting space into a room that adds value and comfort to your home, making it an integral part of your family’s daily life.
Total Basement Finishing, A Blackdog Affiliate serves the Greater Lowell area of Massachusetts and New Hampshire with basement finishing and basement remodeling. Finishing your previously unused basement gives you additional space in your home and so much more. It offers you a rare opportunity to exploit your creative side through the design process. And ultimately, you will transform a dark, uninviting space into a room that adds value and comfort to your home, making it an integral part of your family’s daily life.
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.