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Old World Craftsmen LLC

General Remodeling, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,

About us

A full service, award winning design-build and residential remodeling company serving CT & NY - 21 years of impeccable service and craftsmanship. Check us out at www.oldworldcraftsmen.com. We have an in house staff & a team of qualified subcontractors to execute the full range of home remodeling projects from design through construction - frame to finish. We cater especially to the customer who is looking for conscientious attention to detail and respect for their home, style and design sense. Westchester County, NY License #: WC-09830-H99 Connecticut State License #: HIC.0617394

Business highlights

26 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

www.oldworldcraftsmen.com: Design-Build, Additions, Residential Remodeling, Green Construction, Kitchens, Baths, Architectural Design, Basement & Attic Remodels, Vintage Home Restoration, Windows & Doors, Roofing & Siding, Masonry, Custom Lighting & Electrical

Services we don't offer

We are not structured to take on small handyman jobs at this time. Check out www.oldworldcraftsmen.com

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.979 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
4%
3
1%
2
4%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 51-75 of 79 reviews

Michael C.
10/2015
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
  + 0 more
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Description of Work: Renovated a bathroom. The work was done in a timely manner with everything laid out as per the written proposal I got beforehand. The workers were courteous and competent, the cost was reasonable, and the quality was very good. Would definitely recommend these guys.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$21,000

Response from Old World Craftsmen LLC
Thank you so much for this great review, and we hope to have the opportunity to work with you again soon!

Fredrik T.
04/2015
5.0
basement remodeling, remodeling
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: They finished my basement, on time and on budget. Very efficient job, but quality was certainly not sacrificed in favor of speed; a rare combination of the two. True, you might be able to find a cheaper provider, but better value? Highly doubtful! Scott is great to deal with and his people are top notch! Absolute attention to detail and only the highest standard of craftsmanship will be delivered.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Response from Old World Craftsmen LLC
Thank you for this great review, and for your point of view on value. We often present the issue of value vs. pricing to our clients, but I think it is best heard from our clients themselves!

Alison N.
06/2012
5.0
architect, closet systems, electrician, remodeling, home remodeling, woodworking
  + 4 more
Ok, so we did not go through with any of the things we had planned on................... Nothing to do with Scott though, we would refer him in a heartbeat to friends/family and will use him in the future. We are at a point where we are not sure if we want to further price our house out of the market and therefore decided not to go ahead with Scotts design recommendations. We loved his professiomalism, passiom and work ethic and would only use him if we re-consider or move and have work we need to do. I have interviewed many contratctors and not only is Scott great but all colleagues that work for and with him have to be too, you get what you pay for and he'd be worth every penny.
Description of Work: Ok, so we did not go through with any of the things we had planned on................... Nothing to do with Scott though, we would refer him in a heartbeat to friends/family and will use him in the future. We are at a point where we are not sure if we want to further price our house out of the market and therefore decided not to go ahead with Scotts design recommendations. We loved his professiomalism, passiom and work ethic and would only use him if we re-consider or move and have work we need to do. I have interviewed many contratctors and not only is Scott great but all colleagues that work for and with him have to be too, you get what you pay for and he'd be worth every penny.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Old World Craftsmen LLC
It is always gratifying to receive such a positive review even from a client with whom we have not yet had the opportunity to work - it makes me feel that our presentation and reviews are impressive even before the work begins. The "C" in pricing is perplexing, since we did not have the opportunity to provide a proposal for this project which hasn't yet gone through the design phase. Our years of experience give us a solid working knowledge of what it costs to get things done, and how to maximize efficiency for the best value without sacrificing quality. Thanks for the review! - Scott Simonsen, Owner

Eric W.
04/2012
5.0
architect, custom cabinets, ceramic tile, closet systems, countertops, doors, electrician, flooring contractor, remodeling, heating & air conditioning/hvac, interior painters, home remodeling, lighting, plastering, plumbing, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 15 more
From the initial phone call to schedule an estimate until the last member of the cleaning crew was done making everything sparkle, it has been an absolute delight to work with Scott Simonsen, Owner of Old World Craftsmen, LLC. Having dealt with several contractors over the years with mixed results, it was a relief to know that Old World Craftsmen was one the job, and my search for a permanent contractor is now over. This was no small project, as it lasted for over 10 months, due to an attic pipe bursting and causing major flood damage necessitating a complete down-to-the-studs renovation. Every single member of the team, from electricians, plumbers, HVAC crew, flooring, demolition, architect, back office, and most importantly, Scott himself, showed the utmost professionalism the entire time they worked to get us back in our house as quickly as possible. There were many instances where suggestions and recommendations were made on the fly that resulted in both a better aesthetic result and a cost saving as well. The end result was simply spectacular, the timeline never changed, the project actually was ahead of schedule, and many workers came over several weekends to keep it on schedule. If anything positive can come out of being displaced for almost one year, it's that when we walked into our home, it was put back together in a way we could never have imagined!
Description of Work: 1. Estimate of job, including several revisions 2. Demolition 3. Working with architect on plans 4. Filing of all permits 5. Scheduling of all work 6. Recommendation of materials (counter tops, flooring, lighting, etc.) 7. Radiant heat 8. New gas lines 9. Flooring installed 10.Electrical redone throughout 11.Window installations 12.Sheetrocking 13.Painting 14.Total assembly of kitchen cabinets 15.Installation and hookup of all major aplliances 16.Spray foam insulation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$239,000

David W.
04/2012
5.0
doors, remodeling, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 2 more
All the work they've done with us has been absolutely great. We have never had a situation where we have had to bring any deficiency in quality of work or service to their attention. This starts with highly skilled carpenters and other craftsman that really know their business, but also is reflective of Scott's (the owner) eye for detail and diligence. While some of the jobs have required intricate hand carving to recreate old world detail, and others have just required on the fly decision-making to adjust to existing conditions, they always come up with the right solution. Their crews are professional when their in the house, and they always clean up when they leave. Old World Craftsman lives up to their name in terms of the quality of their work, but their service is absolutely 21rst century.
Description of Work: Over the last six years, Old World Craftsman has done at least 8 jobs for me, with a total cost of approximately $80,000. Everything they have done has been excellent. This has included new doors, windows, and exterior renovation and some more general maintenance items. We have an 85 year old house with lots of original detail, and they have done a fantastic job or recreating some of these flourishes in their renovation work. Recently, they replaced some some carved beams that are set in the stone wall and are cantilevered to support a balcony. They only had to replace 3 of the 4 beams, but they reproduced the carvings so well that you cannot tell which beam is the original. They've also recently done some more routine work for me, like adding some French doors. Of course, in an old house, even routine jobs can have some surprises, and they deal with these professionally and fairly.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Christoph R.
03/2012
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
Provided reasonable estimate, but we decided not to go ahead with remodeling project after all (just performing some basic waterproofing and minor replacement work). We would definitely have worked with Scott if we had done the full remodeling. Very professional presentation. He was clearly keen to perform high quality work.
Description of Work: Provided estimate for a small bathroom remodeling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Response from Old World Craftsmen LLC
Thank you for this positive review even though we did not have the opportunity to work with you on this one. Looking forward to working with you in the future. -Scott Simonsen, Owner

Irvin R.
11/2011
5.0
doors, electrician, remodeling, plastering, woodworking
  + 3 more
The job was scheduled for two days and possible three day for final touch-up. The job took 4 days. On day one, Mr. Scott Simonsen (owner) and Freddy (carpenter) had the exterior door and storm door removed. Interior sheet rock was removed to allow access to and removal of old door header and to begin new door framing from inside the house. The contractor wanted to frame the new door opening from inside to leave the cutting of the exterior siding for last. Framing of door took some time due to new door frame and header is wider than old door frame because new door was including a sidelight that the old door did not have. Interior vestibule has a closet that needed to stay intact. Careful measurements and framing were done to ensure closet was not lost during installation of new door frame. Electrical wires were also repositioned during this time. Siding was cut and door was placed into position to end the first day. Day two: Door removed and repositioned for tighter fit. (On the end of day one, the door was just placed into position for security purposes). Electrical was continued. Replacement of sheetrock. Day three: Exterior detail of door and siding done. Electrical wires all connected. Partial ceiling replaced with sheet rock and plaster done. Contractor found that partial ceiling had to be replaced due to previous leak. This was recommended by contractor to replace and I agreed to have it replaced. Interior door moulding placed. Day four: New storm door, new door hardware, new sconce, new door bell, new interior light replaced all other details taken care of. Note: On day two and three, things were interrupted by mother nature. It would rain heavily and stop. That Saturday and Sunday, the hurricane surge passed over us. Special attention was placed to exterior and interior detail of the door and that is where most of the time is spent. I had no problem with the job extending an extra two days for a job well done. Replacing a front door might sound simple, but much of the work goes into the details that goes unseen, i.e framing, moulding, hardware, leveling, etc.
Description of Work: Replace single front storm door and front entry door with a single sidelight frame door and storm door. Careful attention had to be placed on the exterior aluminum siding since the original door frame needed to be widened from a single door entry to a single door plus sidelight frame. (Siding was not planned to be replaced at this time). Header and door frame replaced. Removal of old exterior sconce and repositioning and replacing of new exterior sconce. Repositioning of interior light switches and alarm keypad. Removal and replacing of interior light fixture of entryway.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Brian L.
11/2011
5.0
remodeling, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 1 more
The job came out fantastic! The desired look of hand ax-hewn half timbers around the window came out perfectly and matches the rest of the house. After the attic fan was carefully removed, the space was sized and the window fitted to it; everything was sealed and weather proofed. Finally, the window was inserted and those half timbers installed. He also carved out pediments to match decorative carvings on another part of the house, but we did not install these (yet), just in the interest of simplicity; the carved pediments came out great though. We are totally pleased with the job, and feel that Scott has a good engineering mind, and can figure out how to negotiate the generally non-standard issues that can not be avoided when working on older homes; the skill set of those times is not usually required or available in the world of today. Also worth noting is that they maintain a clean work site. Scott and his team are truly craftsmen.
Description of Work: Basically, the job was to remove an ugly and huge attic fan from a 1929 tudor attic and install a restored leaded glass window into the opening. Also required was to match the textured half timber surround of the window with the rest of the house. Existing half timbers have a chiseled or hand ax-hewn look, so this texture had to be duplicated.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Jeff D.
10/2011
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
Work was done during October to fit arrival of fixtures and vanity. Since we were remodeling both bathrooms, OWC timed the work to insure we had at least one usable bathroom, which required juggling subcontractors schedules. Demolition was done quickly and carefully. Installation of tile, plumbing fixtures, vanities, cabinets, lighting and countertops all went smoothly.
Description of Work: Fully remodel one bathroom, partially remodel second. We purchased plumbing fixtures, vanity, tile through introduction to vendor by OWC. The work was done promptly and with high quality. I would recommend OWC for doing a quality and professional job. OWC is not a low priced service provider, but you get what you pay for.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,500

Sheila K.
10/2011
5.0
flooring contractor, remodeling, interior painters, home remodeling, plumbing, woodworking
  + 4 more
Scott and his crew have been great to work with. We had just a couple of weeks between buying our home and moving in. Scott and crew were able to make replace the crown molding, base board and in the living room and dining room, and replace the flooring in the front hall and powder room. Then the finished areas were painted. There was a tight schedule and Scott and his crew worked with the schedule and the work that was completed is very high quality. We are planning on using Old World Craftsmen to remodel the kitchen. Submit Report
Description of Work: We bought a house that needs some work. I had some time prior to moving in so I started looking at contractors. I was impressed by Scott. We decided to use Old World Craftsmen. We broke the work into 2 phases, work to be completed before we moved in and a major kitchen remodel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Robert F.
10/2011
5.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
Fantastic Work at a Fair Price! From the initial estimate to the final clean-up everything was done with the utmost care and great attention to detail. I'm so thrilled that Scott, the owner, who is highly educated from a top university decided to offer his brilliance through his company's very high-end carpentry and general contracting services. Scott is an excellent leader and his crew is very talented and eager to exceed expectations. They all seem to ACTUALLY ENJOY the work they do and have an upbeat attitude each day on the job site. My only issue is that when i needed them to come back for a very small job they took somewhat longer than I would have liked to return. Given the AMAZING work they did overall, however, I would still give them an A+ + and use them again without hesitation.
Description of Work: Installation of the following: premium kitchen cabinets; high-end moldings: (crown, chair rail and baseboard) in multiple rooms; solid wood 6-panel colonial doors throughout home; ornate window and door trim; bathroom accessories (medicine cabinet, chrome: towel racks, shampoo holders etc.)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

John R.
10/2011
5.0
custom cabinets, closet systems, electrician, flooring contractor, remodeling, lighting, woodworking
  + 5 more
Scott and his crew were diligent, professional, courteous and easy to have in our house with our family around. For both of our major projects Old World planned and executed the projects the from soup to nuts. We intend to employ Scott and his crew again for some other projects we have upcoming.
Description of Work: They did a great job on remodeling our family room, installing crown moldings, and fixing a section of floor. They also designed and retrofitted some new shelves and cabinetry where we had shelving before. The work was very detail oriented and required additional wiring, all done well, for our AV system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Stephanie L.
09/2011
4.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
I did not go with them as their quote was very high. The guy did answer my questions, and he seemed to be really good. The work they had to do in my house was a small job and I think they only do bigger jobs. They almost quoted me $1000 more than the company I ended up using for the work. We just got the feeling that he quoted us more because he did not want to take up the job. I do not have anything negative to say about them. They were pretty responsive. I probably will not use them in the future.
Description of Work: I got a quote from Old World Craftsmen of NY LLC a year ago. The work was for some minor bathroom remodeling and basement work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Old World Craftsmen LLC
It is surprising to be reviewed by a client who never hired us nor responded to our proposal, but thank you for the positive review! We were interested in the job, but we don't find it surprising that excellence costs a little more than average work. We feel that the reviews below substantiate our commitment to excellence. No one wonders why a BMW costs more than a Hyundai, and frankly if the cost difference was only $1000 between the two, perhaps a majority would spring for the BMW. Thanks again, Scott Simonsen President, Old World Craftsmen LLC

Marie A.
09/2011
5.0
ceramic tile, countertops, electrician, remodeling, home remodeling, lighting, plumbing, woodworking
  + 6 more
Scott and his entire crew are professional, efficient, and careful to protect the rest of the apartment. Their work is excellent. I would not hesitate to hire again.
Description of Work: Kitchen renovation - demolition, rebuilding of kitchen, including plumbing and electrical work, installation of cabinets, counters, appliances, tile work, and lighting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$16,300

Matt D.
04/2011
4.0
doors
  + -1 more
Overall it was a good experience. The group is very hard working, punctual and professional. They were competitively prices with 2 other estimates I received as well. I would say the work was good. It was a difficult job as the door frames in my house are steel and any irregularities they have need be adjusted by trimming the actual doors. The team did a good job on this but there were a few things I had to fix myself after the work was done as some of the doors were difficult to close fully. However the team was willing to come back and fix anything which was nice but unnecessary as I could easily handle the fixes. I would recommend them as they were good and very fast..
Description of Work: Replacement of 9 interior doors with new MDF doors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,300

Tyler J.
03/2011
5.0
custom cabinets, ceramic tile, countertops, doors, flooring contractor, remodeling, heating & air conditioning/hvac, sunrooms, woodworking
  + 7 more
I was very impressed with Scott's professional and responsible work habits. He kept to schedule, talked with me about any curiosities that always come up in remodeling jobs. He worked well with other service providers on the job. He was easy to work with, even when I may not have been. The people he has on his staff are fabulous. I have nothing bad to say about this company. I recommend them without hesitation.
Description of Work: Complete redo of sun room/media room. New tile floor, radiant heat, new cabinetry with wet bar, crafted a mantel, added trims, replaced 2 sets of French doors and screen doors. They interfaced with my architect and contracted all necessary subs, such as a fountain specialist to restore our small, indoor, tiled wall fountain.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000

Scott M.
12/2010
4.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
It was good. They were very timely and responsive. They were more on the pricier side.
Description of Work: They gave us some quotes and we never ended up doing the job. They gave us a quote on a bathroom remodel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Joshua S.
12/2010
5.0
doors, remodeling, home remodeling, woodworking
  + 2 more
Overall, they are an excellent company. They are punctual and have a great attention to detail. They answer questions promptly and clearly. All the work that they have done over the years has been spot-on and has withstood the tests of time. I would highly recommend this company for any addition, renovation or small project throughout your home.
Description of Work: When we moved into our home about 5 years ago we hired them to do many different projects. They replaced every door and hardware in the house and re-framed our bedroom closets to allow for 2 larger doors. They did a complete re-model of our kitchen which, included multiple custom built storage solutions to fit in unusual spaces and a custom crown moulding. We have also used them to replace all the baseboards in our home and installed a chair-rail in our front foyer and dining room. Most recently they installed crown moulding throughout our home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Elisabeth P.
11/2010
2.0
doors
  + -1 more
It was the usual thing, when contractors get busy, they can't be bothered to tell you that they're really busy, or won't be able to get to your job for six months, they just promise you the moon and figure, who knows, someone might cancel, and then they'll have a back up plan. Of course, if no one cancels, you get no estimate, you just get fibs that "oh, sure, it's ready, I'll send it today," to keep you on the back burner for as long as possible. A frustrating waste of time. Obviously our job wasn't big enough to be worth his while, which is fine, but it would have been nice, and the decent thing to do, if he had just told me that when I called in the first place and described the job.
Description of Work: We needed a door replaced or refinished. The person who came seemed very knowledgeable, very keen for new business, including more things that we need done around the house. It seemed promising. But then.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from Old World Craftsmen LLC
This is a bizarre review, since we never worked for this customer. It is certainly without merit to give us a "D" for advising the customer that the weather will likely not permit refinishing their door until spring, and that we would not be available immediately to do their small job. When the customer called to follow up with her estimate I did return the call to let her know that we did not have an estimate ready yet. All the speculation about fibs and promising the moon leads one to believe that this customer has had some bad experiences with contractors in the past. It is unreasonable to penalize Old World Craftsmen for this, when we've spent more than a decade providing old fashioned care and craftsmanship.

Jason D.
11/2010
5.0
closet systems, doors, remodeling, interior painters, home remodeling, plastering, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 6 more
Their price was reasonable although I do not remember the exact amount that I paid for their services. They did great work. They were courteous and did not make a mess in the house. Overall, I had a very good experience with them.
Description of Work: I have used the services of Old World Craftsmen of New York, LLC this year. They did the doors, windows and interior painting in my house. They did remodeling of the kitchen, bathroom and closets. They also did some carpentry work and plastering.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

paul M.
10/2010
5.0
closet systems, doors, remodeling, woodworking
  + 2 more
Good communication, good workmanship and on time..took care to protect non-working areas.
Description of Work: Created extra 2 door closet, built in dresser drawers, window seat and book shelves.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Robin S.
02/2010
5.0
ceramic tile, closet systems, remodeling, home remodeling
  + 2 more
The crew was polite and very respectful of my home and my belongings during the renovation. There was absolutely no construction damage although the renovation required demolition of several walls. My bedroom was fully protected and I didn't even have to move out of the room during construction. The contractor's attention to detail was exceptional. Not only did he proactively solve problems, but he made design recommendations that the architect hadn't thought of, but very much agreed with.
Description of Work: New master bathroom with shower, jacuzzi and high-end tile/vanity. Required reconfiguration of 2nd floor hall and 3 closets. Workmanship was magnificent. Project completed on time to my complete satisfaction.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000

Jason D.
01/2010
5.0
ceiling fans, closet systems, countertops, doors, electrician, remodeling, home remodeling, lighting, siding, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 9 more
Overall - both myself and my wife were happy to have Old World Craftsman perform each of the jobs. I tend to want to micro-manage construction done on my house, or at least watch it occur, although I cannot due to my work. Old World Craftsman and its owner, Scott, has earned my trust - I know when I come home each evening that the construction area will be clean and organized - without dust, paint, caulk or nails anywhere outside of the sealed off area of construction. Scott holds himself and his people to high level of quality - and I noticed that same degree of care applied to both large and small jobs on our house. We were very satisfied with the work done, and wouldn't hesitate to enthusiastically recommend Old World Craftman's services.
Description of Work: Old World Craftsman over the past several years has a performed renovations and remodeling for us on three separate occasions - each time they were a pleasure to work with. The first set of changes included removing a wall between our kitchen and dining room in order to make a 'great room' or family room. This also included custom creation of a large countertop and stools which would be installed in the place where the wall used to be. This worked out very well. In addition, radiators and electrical outlets were moved so that Lincoln French doors with sidelights could be installed on the entire wall facing an elevated deck. This added a good amount of sunlight to the room - and since an existing large window was on that wall, it was carefully moved and re-installed on the wall adjacent to the French doors. On the next visit, Old World Craftsman installed a triple-bank of windows in the master bathroom along with two custom built closets and shelving. The care that went into the questioning on the style, size and placement of the windows in order to match the look and feel of our colonial was appreciated. The trim, molding and attention to detail made the job come out quite nicely - and I was also pleased with the fact that the exterior siding and treatments (shutters) on the house matched the existing siding and treatments perfectly. It was nice to know that my own wishes were courteously countered with suggestions that only an experienced GC can offer - other GCs might've just done what I wanted, but they outcome would've been far inferior. Old World asks the proper questions in order to helpfully guide the homeowner through the process. The third visit included a good amount of electrical work (ceiling fans, etc) and more windows! This time another triple bank of windows was put into our kids room and this made a huge difference in the available light. In addition, every single room door and closet door was replaced with raised panels - Old World took the time carefully fit, adjust and level each door since I am not sure too many right angles exist in our house any more. Old World also performed a number of other smaller services while at the house - including completely removing old stucco interior walls, floor replacements, beadboard installation, painting and various finish/trim work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000

Keith F.
01/2010
5.0
doors, remodeling, woodworking
  + 1 more
They are wonderful. They are very thorough and very professional. They do high quality work and they are great to work with. They are expensive, but we chose to go with them because we knew they would do a good job and they did.
Description of Work: They did two different jobs for us. The refurbished a very old front door and then they stained and finished storm doors to coordinate with the front door, and then they installed all of them, which necessitated rebuilding a door jamb as well. In a second job, they refurbished an old interior staircase.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Response from Old World Craftsmen LLC
Thanks so much for the great review! Restoration work is very labor intensive and the pricing must include the cost of this effort - our rates are competitive and we pride ourselves on delivering impeccable work at a fair price. Hope to have a chance to work with you again soon.

David W.
01/2010
5.0
architect, electrician, remodeling, masonry, siding
  + 3 more
He worked with us extraordinarily well, and also communicated extremely well with the subcontractors, masons, electricians, architect, and everyone else involved in the project. He cleaned up the worksite very thoroughly throughout the project, and we couldn't be happier with the work. It looks absolutely beautiful, and we will continue to use him.
Description of Work: They did some exterior work in a very involved project which involved electrical work, masonry, architecture, and others, and the project also included replacing siding, cleaning up an old mess on the outside of the house, and more. He has been back for smaller jobs as well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Contact information

2 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich, CT 06831

http://www.oldworldcraftsmen.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
HIC.0617394
Trade License Locale
Connecticut
Trade License Authority
Connecticut
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2026

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

General Remodeling,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Doors,
Electrical,
Plumbing,
Lighting,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Ceramic Tile,
Windows,
Drywall,
Architects

FAQ

Old World Craftsmen LLC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Old World Craftsmen LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Old World Craftsmen LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, Old World Craftsmen LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Old World Craftsmen LLC does not offer a senior discount.
No, Old World Craftsmen LLC does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Old World Craftsmen LLC offers warranties.
Old World Craftsmen LLC offers the following services: www.oldworldcraftsmen.com: Design-Build, Additions, Residential Remodeling, Green Construction, Kitchens, Baths, Architectural Design, Basement & Attic Remodels, Vintage Home Restoration, Windows & Doors, Roofing & Siding, Masonry, Custom Lighting & Electrical
We are not structured to take on small handyman jobs at this time. Check out www.oldworldcraftsmen.com

Contact information

2 Greenwich Office Park, Greenwich, CT 06831

http://www.oldworldcraftsmen.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM