Bee's Contracting & Remodeling

Kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, and basement remodeling and refinishing. As well as kitchen cabinet refinishing and cabinet painting, as well as builtins and the gammut of handyman services.

We service Burlington, Hartford, West Hartford, New Hartford, Torrington, Litchfield, Thomaston, Farmington, Chesire, New Britain, and all the surrounding areas.

We service Burlington, Hartford, West Hartford, New Hartford, Torrington, Litchfield, Thomaston, Farmington, Chesire, New Britain, and all the surrounding areas.

You have decided to renovate your house but don’t know where to begin. If you are renovating so you can stay in your home for a longer period of time without systems breaking down, your approach is different than if you are renovating to get a higher price when you eventually sell. Analyze your reasons, needs, and how much money you have for the renovations before you put your plan into effect.

Yes, you can! Our craftsmen take care to section off the area where they are attempting to limit unsettling influence through the remainder of your home so you can experience livable remodeling.

Yes, we offer home remodeling services. We offer kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, and several other services.

Yes, we offer guarantees on all of our services. Our free estimates clearly outline what is covered.

Yes, we offer free in-home consultations. We will come to your space, listen to what you are hoping to accomplish, walk you through all your options, and help you decide what makes the most sense based on your needs, timeline, and budget. We will then go back to our office to draft you up a free estimate for all the work.

Yes, we itemize our estimates, as well as include service descriptions for each item. We also outline the order of work to be done and each specific step in the process. We clearly outline what is included in our scope of work, and what is out of scope.

Yes, we have liability & worker's compensation insurance to protect all of our team members.

Yes, we handle pulling the permits on your behalf, and will handle permit maintenance.

Yes, we do offer free estimates. We itemize our estimates, as well as include service descriptions for each item. We also outline the order of work to be done and each specific step in the process. We clearly outline what is included in our scope of work, and what is out of scope.

Yes, we are a licensed & insured general contractor. We are more than happy to send you a copy of our license.

Yes, we are a certified home improvement company that you can always trust for quality work.

Yes, our free estimates clearly outline what is covered.

When we provide you with the initial estimate, we clearly outline what our process will look like. Once we are awarded the project, we confirm and finalize our schedule with you. During the process, our project manager will interact with you to offer updates on the status of your task frequently. Our objective is to always address your concerns before you have to ask them.

We will use tarps to cover large furniture items and surfaces in all of our work areas. Our crew members will wear shoe coverings when they enter your home. We will recommend items that you should move to other areas of the house to prevent damage. We will close and lock doors when entering and leaving your house.

We start with an initial conversation to learn more about your project. We then schedule an in-home consultation to review the space, hear your project desires, and offer our suggestions on all of your available options. Afterward, we go back to our office to provide you with a thorough, and detailed estimate. Once we are awarded the project, we finalize the schedule and align you with your dedicated project manager. From there we schedule your demo day. We then prepare the area to begin construction. We have a thorough, step-by-step process, to ensure that we stay within budget & our timeline. Once we have completed your project, we do a full walkthrough with you to ensure we have your approval to complete the work. We handle any changes, do a thorough clean-up, move the furnishings back in, and receive final project completion signatures.

This is among the most frequently asked questions when investigating cabinets. There is a basic perception that plywood is better than particleboard-- possibly since plywood has the word "wood "in it. The majority of people figure plywood is genuine wood while particleboard is a low-cost imitation. Surprisingly, in many cases, particleboard is a much better choice than plywood. In order to make the best decision; let's define these 2 materials. Plywood is composed of thin sheets of wood glued together. Particleboard is made from small wood particles held together with adhesive. Both are strong, and durable and make an excellent cabinet. Also, there are different types and grades of plywood and particleboard. High-density particleboard is more powerful and will last longer than plywood. All wood expands and contracts because of modifications in humidity. Generally, particleboard is more resistant to expansion and contraction. So in areas with considerable modifications in humidity, particleboard is the much better choice.

The style procedure can take anywhere from 2 weeks to 6 months. It really depends on how many revisions are needed with each illustration and when the house owner wants to start the project. We can generally move as quickly as 2 weeks from field measure to agreement presentation, however, I believe it is very important to take as much time as needed to ensure the design is precisely what is wanted to prevent confusion and additional expenses during construction.

The rule of thumb is that you should spend between 5 and 15 percent of your home's total value on your kitchen remodel. This is the optimum range for homeowners to spend and expect to recoup during a home's resale.

Set a budget of around $10,000 -$15,000 for a full bathroom renovation. The average cost of a full renovation for a medium-sized bathroom is about $10,000 -$15,000 but will vary depending on scope. Plan for a partial renovation if you want to save money. Look up inspiration for your bathroom online or in magazines. Choose a color scheme for your bathroom.

Repairs to a home are not tax deductible. It is firmly enshrined in US tax law. If you have to fix a broken floor, you can't claim it; however, if fixing the floor is part of a larger plan for remodeling the kitchen, you probably can claim it as a tax deduction. We do want to mention that we are not tax professionals and for any tax-related questions, you should discuss them with your accountant.

Realtor Magazine reported that the national typical return on investment for kitchen remodeling is between 84.8% and 98.5% relying on whether it is a significant or small project and whether the budget is high-end or moderate. While we do agree that a kitchen remodel is one of the best investments in your home, we believe more realistic numbers to be around 59% - 68% in return on investment. However the feeling of a new kitchen is a priceless.

Popcorn ceilings are usually made from stucco or sand paint. This method was utilized on building and construction throughout the '70s and '80s for the purpose of concealing imperfections in concrete piece ceilings that were never 100% level. In some cases, pieces of these ceilings are starting to collapse. When fixing a popcorn ceiling, it's nearly impossible to make the repair undetectable. There are 2 ways to make these ceilings smooth. One is to scrape and skim coat. This requires more work but will not affect the ceiling height. The second way is to frame and sheetrock the ceiling. This technique is much faster but will drop the ceiling height by at least a number of inches. In some cases, it might be an advantage due to the fact that new framing will enable you to run circuitry for ceiling lighting fixtures or speakers. Circuitry through concrete piece ceilings can be really difficult. In addition, some structures do not permit running electrical wiring in concrete piece ceilings. Altering a "popcorn" ceiling to a smooth surface area ceiling is a popular pattern. Not only does it permit better electrical wiring, it also makes the area appear cleaner, bigger, and less dated.

Obviously, re-facing is more economical than replacing cabinets-- but it is normally not advised. If you are planning to replace doors and drawer fronts you'll also require to change the front face of the cabinet frame to ensure the doors and noticeable parts of the cabinet match. Re-facing the frame is where issues typically occur. If the laminate shifts or peels away, an unattractive joint shows. This is the most typical grievance among re-facing clients. Another reason not to re-face is cost. The most pricey part-- about 70% of a cabinet's expense-- is the door. Consider this, if you are currently spending for the majority of the cabinet, why not include a little more and update to totally new cabinets? There are many alternatives available in cabinets for every budget. If you are currently dedicated to hanging out, cash, and effort on improvement, consider the value and pleasure you'll gain by going with brand-new cabinets. We offer re-facing service because-- on occasion-- re-facing can be a logical choice. Cabinet refacing is incredibly rewarding considering that very little labor is involved. It's good business for the re-facing business but not often the very best solution for the property owner.

Most of the property owners live in the house while we are working. The exceptions are bigger jobs where we are working on the whole house and it just doesn't make sense from a logistics standpoint for the homeowners to constantly move around the house. We do our best to decrease the everyday trouble while you are living there but remember this is a big renovation project and we will be making sounds and dust throughout the project.

Make a Plan, Set a Budget, Talk to Your Insurance Agent, Hire a Contractor, Secure Permits and Order Materials, Start Demolition, Work Behind the Walls Paint, and Install Flooring

Every project is different. A countertop depends on the project and the homeowner. Some people want to have a white kitchen, while others love color. A while ago, granite was more popular. Sometimes people go to a slab yard and fall in love with a particular granite, and then we work around that. If you don’t know where to start, your designer can help guide you on how to build a palette for your kitchen or bath.

Even a wide-ranging whole-house remodel will still be cheaper than tearing down and building anew. The cost of tearing down and rebuilding will be about 20 percent higher than engaging in an extensive whole-house remodel.

Building and construction are messy. It is filthy and dusty. Prior to it being gorgeous, it is a building zone. However, we appreciate your property by laying down tidy tarpaulins as required and cleaning the workspace and traffic locations daily.

Bathrooms typically get the very best ROI in a redesigned home. Realtor Magazine reported the nationwide average return on investment for bathroom improvement was between 93.2% and 102.2% depending on whether the budget plan is high-end or moderate. In large metropolitan areas, the return varied from 116% to 136.3%. So, many people, in fact, make substantial money when purchasing a bathroom redesigning project.

At the threat of sounding evasive, we really must state that "it depends." The scope of the project dictates how long the project will take. For instance, if you are transferring your components and reconfiguring the room, the building will certainly take a little bit longer. However, it is necessary to keep in mind that moving components will normally require structure department permits, which will also contribute to the project time. Here's a sample timeline, for illustration purposes only, of a bathroom remodeling project that does not include relocating fixtures: Meet with a redesigning specialist for a Design Consultation and get a proposal (1 week). Meet and finalize the scope of the project and the terms of a Remodeling Agreement (2 to 3 weeks). Select all the products for the project (1 to 4 weeks). Materials are ordered and delivered (3 to 6 weeks). Demolition and removal of old materials and appliances (1 week). Installation of new materials and home appliances, flooring, plumbing, electrical work, and painting (2 to 3 weeks). Finishing touches and cleaning everything (1 to 2 weeks).

At the threat of sounding evasive, we really must state that "it depends." The scope of the bathroom remodeling project dictates how long the project will take. For instance, if you are transferring your components and reconfiguring the room, the building will certainly take a little bit longer. However, it is necessary to keep in mind that moving components will normally require structure department permits, which will also contribute to the project time. Here's a sample timeline, for illustration purposes only, of a bathroom remodeling project that does not include relocating fixtures: Meet with a redesigning specialist for a Design Consultation and get a proposal (1 week). Meet and finalize the scope of the project and the terms of a Remodeling Agreement (2 to 3 weeks). Select all the products for the project (1 to 4 weeks). Materials are ordered and delivered (3 to 6 weeks). Demolition and removal of old materials and appliances (1 week). Installation of new materials and home appliances, flooring, plumbing, electrical work, and painting (2 to 3 weeks). Finishing touches and cleaning everything (1 to 2 weeks).

Are you considering remodeling your kitchen? If so, you`ve come to the right place. Our team of professionals are experts in kitchen remodeling and can help turn your dreams into a reality. We`ll work with you every step of the way to ensure that your new kitchen is exactly what you wanted. From selecting the perfect cabinets and countertops to ensuring that the kitchen is functional for your family, we`ll take care of everything. So why wait? Give us a call today and let us help you get started on your dream kitchen!

Are you considering remodeling your bathroom? If so, you`ve come to the right place. Our team of professionals are experts in bathroom remodeling and can help turn your dreams into a reality. We`ll work with you every step of the way to ensure that your new bathroom is exactly what you wanted. From selecting the perfect tiles and fixtures to ensuring that the plumbing is up to par, we`ll take care of everything. So why wait? Give us a call today and let us help you get started on your dream bathroom!

According to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, if a bathroom remodel is tackled properly, homeowners will recoup 50% of the cost put into the project. The biggest factors to increase the value include updating worn-out items, modernizing fixtures, and creating a more functional space.

A personal loan may be your best option for funding your kitchen remodel, especially if you don't have enough equity in your home to use. And because personal loans are unsecured, you won't have to use your home or assets as collateral. ... Personal loans offer longer repayment terms and (usually) fixed interest rates.

A description of the project. The contract should include a project description that thoroughly outlines all of the work, materials, and products that will go into the job. What the payment schedule will be for the project. Approximate project dates. A procedure for changes. Signatures.