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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Fairfield - Updated Nov 2026

All Phase Construction II, LLC
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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All Phase Construction II, LLC, specializes in all aspects of home improvement from large remodeling projects all the way down to finish work. There is not a project we can't handle. Give us a call today for an estimate on your next project! \n \n

Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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360 Contracting LLC - Westport
4.8(
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

"360 Contracting did an awesome job installing shutters on the exterior of my home. The team showed up on time and was courteous/professional. I also found the price to be fair. I would recommend 360 for your general contracting needs!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Your Way Contractors
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

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"Gene and his crew did an amazing job on our fairly large basement renovation! There were variance hurdles in the beginning with the town that Gene was on top of, attended the virtual meeting and obtained what was necessary to get the job started. The work performed was very involved from digging for a full bathroom and relocating/raising HVAC vents. Gene was receptive to any changes/suggestions made. Detailed trim work to match other doors was a nice touch to doors that needed to be cut to accommodate the space. They were always here when scheduled, cleaned up daily and were respectful of our home. Our basement turned out amazing and we couldn't be happier with the work Your Way Contractors did for us. I plan on using them again on my next home renovation."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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HM Construction & Painting
4.4(
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

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"Used HM Construction for many projects inside home. They did a fantastic job on all projects. Completed remodels with doors, fabrication, cabinets, tile, closets and accent designs around home. Fair pricing. Great communication. Professional and polite crew. Clean and respectful of home. Highly recommend."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Elegant Home Improvement
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"Can’t pay enough compliments to John and his guys. They did a great job overall and managed the project very smoothly through the entire permitting process. From the very beginning it was apparent John was detail oriented and most importantly, concerned about delivering a quality product to his customers. John is very hands on, and his approach of shopping with the homeowner to make sure everything will “work” during installation I think is a key component of job success and customer satisfaction. The guys worked straight thru with work only interrupted by permits/inspections. He involved and asked us about anything that came up along the way that we had not previously talked about. Guys were very professional, being respectful of our home and working neatly/efficiently. I highly recommend John without hesitation, and will be using him in the future when we renovate our Master Bathroom."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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M&J Construction
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Max and his team did a wonderful job rebuilding our porch. He guided us through the process of selecting materials and design. The work team left everything tidy during the project and did not make much noise considering the work which was done. Max responded quickly to our questions throughout the process and was a real pleasure to work with. We have received many compliments on the outcome of the project. The porch looks great and really adds to the appeal of the house."
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Hilltop Remodeling LLC
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

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"He does wonderful work! I had work done in the past by this company and if anything in the future would come up that needs to be done, I will definitely hire them again. I had some siding and kitchen remodeling work done and they were fast, in and out, and made sure that they were on schedule. Their work is impeccable and done an amazing job. He’s a good guy and cleans up after his work. Not even a nail is left behind after the job is finished. He also checks in on me every few months to see how everything is holding up. I don’t see many people do that now a day. A+"
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Nova Design Build
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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"We hired Valeria and Ed to complete a full renovation of our historic brownstone in Manhattan. They provided us a detailed, incredibly accurate and competitive quote for completing the renovation, regarding both budget and timeline, and stayed entirely within the budget and timeline projected. They were also able to seamlessly pivot and adapt when we made several drastic scope and design alterations during construction. Even considering these changes, Valeria and Ed stayed within the projected timeline for completion of our project. Importantly, they did not juggle our renovation with other concurrent projects, but rather focused entirely on our renovation in order to get the job done well and within the projected timeline. The renovation that Ed and Valeria did on our brownstone has stood the test of time. We have been living in it for years, and have had zero issues or causes for concern. This includes with respect to new air conditioning units, a washer and dryer, a new powder room, a fully renovated kitchen and its appliances, and other major plumbing and electrical work, in addition to aesthetic details like painting, plaster repair and more. When we have needed to follow up with Valeria and Ed, they have always been responsive and have stood by their work. Ed was a masterful carpenter and very thoughtful in working around the historic details of our property. He was also very respectful about protecting and not damaging the floors and other aspects of the home during construction. He and Valeria are kind and thoughtful people, and incredibly responsive to emails, calls and inquires. They provided us with weekly updates of the renovation that included pictures and details of the work being completed. They also connected us with their contacts and suppliers for hardware and materials in the industry, and generously extended us some of their benefits as contractors when working directly with suppliers. Overall, we fully recommend using Ed and Valeria for your home improvement needs, and we will be using them again for future projects."
The wall between a closed up kitchen and living room/hallway has been removed to create an open space. Custom kitchen cabinets rift-cut oak painted white/blue. Vent added.
The wall between kitchen and hallway/living room has been removed to create an open space. New kitchen space has been created. Custom cabinetry.
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Custom cabinetry, new pantry, built-in refrigerator, built-in washer/dryer, wine fridge.
Opening to the living room has been created. Island. Custom cabinetry.

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QRC Home Improvement
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Leo and his team did a tremendous job remodeling my bathroom. They also did great work installing new wood flooring, soffit lights and painted the entire apartment. The project was completed on time and everything came out great. Leo was professional, courteous and very efficient. I highly recommend and would definitely seek his services again. Thank you again Leo!"
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