In business since 2006 James A. Clairmont and Sons Remodeling Company, LLC is a family owned and operated business that provides the North Windham area with a full service approach to all your home improvement needs with over 35 years experience to draw on. Call today to find out how we can help!
"Jared and his crew were great. Easy to communicate with and professional. Jared's team did my basement and it looks awesome"
Lauren B on June 2024
In business since 2006 James A. Clairmont and Sons Remodeling Company, LLC is a family owned and operated business that provides the North Windham area with a full service approach to all your home improvement needs with over 35 years experience to draw on. Call today to find out how we can help!
"Jared and his crew were great. Easy to communicate with and professional. Jared's team did my basement and it looks awesome"
Lauren B on June 2024
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Additions Home Improvement LLC is your industry expert in East Hampton and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will ensure that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"I was very pleased with the work from Additions Home Improvement. The minute that Rigo reached out to me, I felt like this is someone that I will likely work with. We connected instantly. Considering that my projects were not big ones, he was able to provide me with a rough price estimate based on pictures that I had shared with him while I await for them to come out to my house. At least I had an idea of what I needed to prepare myself for. The day Efrain came over the house, he was there 10 minutes before the scheduled time and the days that he was working, he was punctual as well. They are both pleasant and great customer service. The work was done quickly over two days and I was very pleased. I have to mention the fact that I was also very happy with their prices. I can say that they have a lifetime client. I already have some other projects lined up for them. I can’t recommend them enough. "
Eve M on March 2025
Additions Home Improvement LLC is your industry expert in East Hampton and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will ensure that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"I was very pleased with the work from Additions Home Improvement. The minute that Rigo reached out to me, I felt like this is someone that I will likely work with. We connected instantly. Considering that my projects were not big ones, he was able to provide me with a rough price estimate based on pictures that I had shared with him while I await for them to come out to my house. At least I had an idea of what I needed to prepare myself for. The day Efrain came over the house, he was there 10 minutes before the scheduled time and the days that he was working, he was punctual as well. They are both pleasant and great customer service. The work was done quickly over two days and I was very pleased. I have to mention the fact that I was also very happy with their prices. I can say that they have a lifetime client. I already have some other projects lined up for them. I can’t recommend them enough. "
Eve M on March 2025
The staff at Above and Beyond are here to make your vision a reality. We take care of the permitting, building, and finishing, including, plumbing and electical.We can even assist you in selecting paint colors, cabinetry, and fixtures. We try and make it as headache free as possible and fun and exciting at the same time. Here at Above and Beyond Remodeling we Love what we do so chances are we are going to be as excited if not more excited about the project then the customer. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Regards, William & Ernest
"project not completed yet"
Walt and Marie W on April 2025
The staff at Above and Beyond are here to make your vision a reality. We take care of the permitting, building, and finishing, including, plumbing and electical.We can even assist you in selecting paint colors, cabinetry, and fixtures. We try and make it as headache free as possible and fun and exciting at the same time. Here at Above and Beyond Remodeling we Love what we do so chances are we are going to be as excited if not more excited about the project then the customer. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Regards, William & Ernest
"project not completed yet"
Walt and Marie W on April 2025
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.
"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."
Vivian Z on July 2018
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying 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. Give us a call today to get your project started!
"Plow and Property has completed several projects for us on a very old and neglected rental property and we are so glad we found them. The first job was a vacant house clean out. The house was left in truly appalling condition. The cleaning crew worked and worked and worked so hard and so long I was telling them to stop. They made a filthy house fresh and pleasant again. I would not have thought it could be restored to such a fresh condition. The next job was replacing the old casement windows which were rotted wood frames in crumbly 1950â s cement. They not only repaired the window foundation area but other foundation ugly spots as well and put in beautiful new sturdy basement sliding windows. They also re-dug and replaced the adjoining window wells which were undoubtedly the original wells and were falling apart. Regraded the foundation area around the wells and reseeded without being asked. While they were in the basement doing the windows they cleaned a bunch of that up too so itâ s no longer a horror movie waiting to be filmed down there. Everything they did was simply above and beyond. Wesley Vercosa has returned my many questions and concerns with lots of information and smiles, bless him. My retired husband worked in construction for many years and he is happy and impressed with the work. We are planning more work with them already."
Veronica D on August 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying 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. Give us a call today to get your project started!
"Plow and Property has completed several projects for us on a very old and neglected rental property and we are so glad we found them. The first job was a vacant house clean out. The house was left in truly appalling condition. The cleaning crew worked and worked and worked so hard and so long I was telling them to stop. They made a filthy house fresh and pleasant again. I would not have thought it could be restored to such a fresh condition. The next job was replacing the old casement windows which were rotted wood frames in crumbly 1950â s cement. They not only repaired the window foundation area but other foundation ugly spots as well and put in beautiful new sturdy basement sliding windows. They also re-dug and replaced the adjoining window wells which were undoubtedly the original wells and were falling apart. Regraded the foundation area around the wells and reseeded without being asked. While they were in the basement doing the windows they cleaned a bunch of that up too so itâ s no longer a horror movie waiting to be filmed down there. Everything they did was simply above and beyond. Wesley Vercosa has returned my many questions and concerns with lots of information and smiles, bless him. My retired husband worked in construction for many years and he is happy and impressed with the work. We are planning more work with them already."
Veronica D on August 2024
We at Heartwood Cabinet Refacing focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our 22+ years of experience and expertise to complete your project with passion, transparency and dedication. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Services Offered Cabinet Painting, Cabinet Re-Facing, Custom Cabinet Design and Installation, Flooring, Countertops, Tile and all other aspects of Remodeling. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"Overall they did a great job"
Phillip H on March 2025
We at Heartwood Cabinet Refacing focus on quality home improvements over quantity. We use our 22+ years of experience and expertise to complete your project with passion, transparency and dedication. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Services Offered Cabinet Painting, Cabinet Re-Facing, Custom Cabinet Design and Installation, Flooring, Countertops, Tile and all other aspects of Remodeling. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.
"Overall they did a great job"
Phillip H on March 2025
Henderson Residential 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.
"Perfect Asiendo mi cocina gracias justin por aser excelente trabajo"
Heybrajan L on June 2025
Henderson Residential 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.
"Perfect Asiendo mi cocina gracias justin por aser excelente trabajo"
Heybrajan L on June 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. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Javier and his company has been my preferred contractor for all my properties remodels. They highlight professionalism, quality workmanship, effective communication, and excellency overall. NHC, is the only company that I use and would recommend."
Eli M on June 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. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Javier and his company has been my preferred contractor for all my properties remodels. They highlight professionalism, quality workmanship, effective communication, and excellency overall. NHC, is the only company that I use and would recommend."
Eli M on June 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. We look forward to earning your business!
"RKG Contracting Company did a wonderful job renovating my new home. Craftsman was impeccable. On time and under budget. I have recommended him to a few friends and family members over the years and they have all had the same experience. Also very easy to convey my ideas and an all around pleasant personality."
Michael S 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. We look forward to earning your business!
"RKG Contracting Company did a wonderful job renovating my new home. Craftsman was impeccable. On time and under budget. I have recommended him to a few friends and family members over the years and they have all had the same experience. Also very easy to convey my ideas and an all around pleasant personality."
Michael S on April 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.