We are a diversified design, build, and remodeling company specializing in FULL kitchen and bathroom remodeling, replacement windows, and major home renovations. With over 30 years of experience, our husband and wife Interior Design team provides unique and creative design ideas tailored to fit your needs and space. We have our own highly skilled employees who are always courteous and professional. Our strong customer referral base is the heart of our company's success and has earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, a 5-Star rating with Angie's List and a 5-Star rating with Home Advisor. We also received a 5-Star Excellence in Customer Satisfaction Award from Celebration Media and Talk of the Town News for the past 12 years. We keep our customer's needs first. We will provide you with the expertise you expect and an unwavering discipline of being on time, on budget, and accountability to detail. Please allow 2 days notice for appointments.
"Alan Mikol and his amazing crew made the dream of staying in my home a reality. I can age in place because of these dedicated men. Alan listened intently to my physical limitations and my desire to have a bathroom that maintains the style of my home. His vast knowledge of designing handicap-accessible bathrooms was meticulously executed by foreman Steven, James, Tony, Matt and David. The team was punctual and exceptionally courteous, staying on schedule while at the same time protecting my home from damage. Steven is an exceptional group leader. He has a unique ability to be unfazed by challenges or changes. In addition, James put the final touches on the renovation with his attention to detail making the renovation a complete success. Thank you, A.M. Window & Construction, for a job superbly done. C.E.H. "
Candice H on January 2025
We are a diversified design, build, and remodeling company specializing in FULL kitchen and bathroom remodeling, replacement windows, and major home renovations. With over 30 years of experience, our husband and wife Interior Design team provides unique and creative design ideas tailored to fit your needs and space. We have our own highly skilled employees who are always courteous and professional. Our strong customer referral base is the heart of our company's success and has earned us an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, a 5-Star rating with Angie's List and a 5-Star rating with Home Advisor. We also received a 5-Star Excellence in Customer Satisfaction Award from Celebration Media and Talk of the Town News for the past 12 years. We keep our customer's needs first. We will provide you with the expertise you expect and an unwavering discipline of being on time, on budget, and accountability to detail. Please allow 2 days notice for appointments.
"Alan Mikol and his amazing crew made the dream of staying in my home a reality. I can age in place because of these dedicated men. Alan listened intently to my physical limitations and my desire to have a bathroom that maintains the style of my home. His vast knowledge of designing handicap-accessible bathrooms was meticulously executed by foreman Steven, James, Tony, Matt and David. The team was punctual and exceptionally courteous, staying on schedule while at the same time protecting my home from damage. Steven is an exceptional group leader. He has a unique ability to be unfazed by challenges or changes. In addition, James put the final touches on the renovation with his attention to detail making the renovation a complete success. Thank you, A.M. Window & Construction, for a job superbly done. C.E.H. "
Candice H on January 2025
Dwell 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. Dwell Construction LLC is a leading provider of construction management and general contracting services. We have a long history of successful projects in both the public and private sectors. Our experienced team has the knowledge and expertise to complete your project on time and on budget. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality of service and workmanship
"Dwell did a terrific job replacing a roof structure over our porch after a storm had compromised the original structure. The work was very well done, and all the guys at Dwell were great to deal with throughout the process. Highly recommend!"
Travis R on June 2025
Dwell 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. Dwell Construction LLC is a leading provider of construction management and general contracting services. We have a long history of successful projects in both the public and private sectors. Our experienced team has the knowledge and expertise to complete your project on time and on budget. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality of service and workmanship
"Dwell did a terrific job replacing a roof structure over our porch after a storm had compromised the original structure. The work was very well done, and all the guys at Dwell were great to deal with throughout the process. Highly recommend!"
Travis R on June 2025
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Thomas was very professional. He was respectful and polite and precise about his work. He also had a very great rate and met me in the middle for my budget. I would highly recommend this company."
Christina H on November 2023
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Thomas was very professional. He was respectful and polite and precise about his work. He also had a very great rate and met me in the middle for my budget. I would highly recommend this company."
Christina H on November 2023
DB Design Center is run by a team of professionals with over 20 years of remodeling experience. We have done both commercial and residential work, but we have been specializing in kitchen remodeling for the past 10 years. Our expertise is fine kitchens, bathrooms and interiors. We have provided people in Pittsburgh with the best design, quality, value and services on just about everything that they need for their home remodeling projects. You will have access to some of the finest brands of cabinets, appliances, flooring, plumbing fixtures and lighting all in one place. We understand that remodeling your home can be stressful, but we make it enjoyable and ensure that you will love the finished project. I would like you to be our next happy customer. No fee for the initial consultation. (No bathroom repairs)
"DB Design was great. Their designer listened to our requests and helped us pick a great design and contractor. We're very happy with our new kitchen."
Anthony L on December 2024
DB Design Center is run by a team of professionals with over 20 years of remodeling experience. We have done both commercial and residential work, but we have been specializing in kitchen remodeling for the past 10 years. Our expertise is fine kitchens, bathrooms and interiors. We have provided people in Pittsburgh with the best design, quality, value and services on just about everything that they need for their home remodeling projects. You will have access to some of the finest brands of cabinets, appliances, flooring, plumbing fixtures and lighting all in one place. We understand that remodeling your home can be stressful, but we make it enjoyable and ensure that you will love the finished project. I would like you to be our next happy customer. No fee for the initial consultation. (No bathroom repairs)
"DB Design was great. Their designer listened to our requests and helped us pick a great design and contractor. We're very happy with our new kitchen."
Anthony L on December 2024
We take great pride in our 50+ years of 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.
"Showed up and worked till the job was done. That is what you expect and that is what was done."
John T on March 2022
We take great pride in our 50+ years of 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.
"Showed up and worked till the job was done. That is what you expect and that is what was done."
John T on March 2022
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!
"Wild contracting did a great job on our addition. The quality of the work was exceptional. Jeff helped us work through different ideas and designs to create a functional and beautiful space."
Reed H on March 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!
"Wild contracting did a great job on our addition. The quality of the work was exceptional. Jeff helped us work through different ideas and designs to create a functional and beautiful space."
Reed H on March 2025
30 years of industry experience!!! 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!
"I had owned Deckmasters, a local deck/addition/sunroom company, so I understand well what is needed for a construction business to have happy customers. Mastercraft is approaching the mark, but it can improve in a few ways. There is one main accolade that I can provide without hesitation. The company and the two workers listen to the customer as the job is progressing and are more than willing to make any changes requested without hesitation. Another complement would be that the quality of the work is very good. I cannot in good conscience, however, provide a five star review. Primarily, this is due to a lack of project management by the owner, and jobsite cleanliness and organization by the workers. To some extent, I must share some of the blame for a messy jobsite. A dumpster was not necessary, but the lead contractor only removed waste on a trailer twice over a two week project. This, in the wintertime, leads to a messy garage. I would have appreciated more oversight by the owner."
Paul K on January 2025
30 years of industry experience!!! 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!
"I had owned Deckmasters, a local deck/addition/sunroom company, so I understand well what is needed for a construction business to have happy customers. Mastercraft is approaching the mark, but it can improve in a few ways. There is one main accolade that I can provide without hesitation. The company and the two workers listen to the customer as the job is progressing and are more than willing to make any changes requested without hesitation. Another complement would be that the quality of the work is very good. I cannot in good conscience, however, provide a five star review. Primarily, this is due to a lack of project management by the owner, and jobsite cleanliness and organization by the workers. To some extent, I must share some of the blame for a messy jobsite. A dumpster was not necessary, but the lead contractor only removed waste on a trailer twice over a two week project. This, in the wintertime, leads to a messy garage. I would have appreciated more oversight by the owner."
Paul K on January 2025
We are 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.
We are 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.
A & J Contracting Company, LLC is Pittsburgh's premier professional home improvement company operating as general and specialty contractors in the finish and rough carpentry industry. We are most famous for the beautiful custom kitchen and bathrooms we design and remodel for both our residential and commercial clients. You will find that we are a dedicated small business enterprise committed to providing quality construction services and on time service delivery within budget. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Pittsburgh's true professionals. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.
"I donâ  t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a â  miracleâ  in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! Iâ  ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how â  beautifulâ  of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donâ  t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canâ  t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! Iâ  ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonâ  t have to look elsewhere!!"
Steven K on May 2021
A & J Contracting Company, LLC is Pittsburgh's premier professional home improvement company operating as general and specialty contractors in the finish and rough carpentry industry. We are most famous for the beautiful custom kitchen and bathrooms we design and remodel for both our residential and commercial clients. You will find that we are a dedicated small business enterprise committed to providing quality construction services and on time service delivery within budget. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Pittsburgh's true professionals. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.
"I donâ  t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a â  miracleâ  in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! Iâ  ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how â  beautifulâ  of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donâ  t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canâ  t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! Iâ  ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonâ  t have to look elsewhere!!"
Steven K on May 2021
Here at Tri-State Contracting Inc, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are a veteran owned locally operated company. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He's very personable guy, he is reasonable and work with you!"
Thomas S on April 2025
Here at Tri-State Contracting Inc, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are a veteran owned locally operated company. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He's very personable guy, he is reasonable and work with you!"
Thomas 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.