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Last update on June 05, 2025
Custom home builders in Forest Hills
Architectural student -turned engineer -turned entrepreneur. As a builder contractor in the field for over 30 years, I understand that honesty and integrity come first. I run a crew of four men, who I conduct on the job everyday and I am always on the job site. I'm now 30 years in business successful and still dedicated to my client's total satisfaction. Trying and succeeding to do a professional job for one important person at a time - you.
"Tanem has a long history of good work. Gene did several projects for me years ago and I was glad to find Paul picked up the same qualities Gene had established. Both are easy to work with, knowledgeable, make lots of helpful suggestions so the project comes out even better than I had thought it would. You tell Paul what you want done, and he, and Gene in an advisory role, find a way to make it even better. They are flexible and just know how to find solutions. Their crews know what they’re doing. Paul keeps checking and keeps you informed as work progresses. I couldn’t be happier to see Paul continuing the Tanem tradition."
Ken M on February 2025
Architectural student -turned engineer -turned entrepreneur. As a builder contractor in the field for over 30 years, I understand that honesty and integrity come first. I run a crew of four men, who I conduct on the job everyday and I am always on the job site. I'm now 30 years in business successful and still dedicated to my client's total satisfaction. Trying and succeeding to do a professional job for one important person at a time - you.
"Tanem has a long history of good work. Gene did several projects for me years ago and I was glad to find Paul picked up the same qualities Gene had established. Both are easy to work with, knowledgeable, make lots of helpful suggestions so the project comes out even better than I had thought it would. You tell Paul what you want done, and he, and Gene in an advisory role, find a way to make it even better. They are flexible and just know how to find solutions. Their crews know what they’re doing. Paul keeps checking and keeps you informed as work progresses. I couldn’t be happier to see Paul continuing the Tanem tradition."
Ken M on February 2025
NYKB - New York Kitchen and Bath is a leader in the design and renovation industry, serving Manhattan and The Tri-State area. In addition to top kitchen brands like Bauformat, Ultracraft, and Showplace, NYKB offers a complete line of custom-built cabinets with an impressive variety of laminates and high-end finishes. We carry leading name European and American products so your countertops, tiles and kitchen cabinets will consist of the top quality and styles. Bathroom designs are draped with elegant fixtures from world-class suppliers such as Porcher, Dornbracht, Hansgrohe and more. Bathroom Vanities and dream spas are embellished with premium granite or brilliant quartz tops. Interior spaces are designed to fit the needs of the client and reflect unique individual style. And since we care, NYKB cabinetry adheres to green design standards providing both you and the environment the highest standards in bathroom and kitchen design and construction.
"Outstanding Service Beyond Expectations NYKB’s customer care is nothing short of exceptional. Long after our gorgeous kitchen was installed—and even though it was technically out of warranty—the team went above and beyond when a handle came loose on our dishwasher panel during the installation of a new appliance. Their response was swift, professional, and incredibly thoughtful. This experience is a testament to NYKB’s commitment to quality, attention to detail, and unmatched follow-up service. No matter how small the task, they treat it with the same care and precision as a major project. A truly top-tier company from start to finish—and beyond!"
Paula F on May 2025
NYKB - New York Kitchen and Bath is a leader in the design and renovation industry, serving Manhattan and The Tri-State area. In addition to top kitchen brands like Bauformat, Ultracraft, and Showplace, NYKB offers a complete line of custom-built cabinets with an impressive variety of laminates and high-end finishes. We carry leading name European and American products so your countertops, tiles and kitchen cabinets will consist of the top quality and styles. Bathroom designs are draped with elegant fixtures from world-class suppliers such as Porcher, Dornbracht, Hansgrohe and more. Bathroom Vanities and dream spas are embellished with premium granite or brilliant quartz tops. Interior spaces are designed to fit the needs of the client and reflect unique individual style. And since we care, NYKB cabinetry adheres to green design standards providing both you and the environment the highest standards in bathroom and kitchen design and construction.
"Outstanding Service Beyond Expectations NYKB’s customer care is nothing short of exceptional. Long after our gorgeous kitchen was installed—and even though it was technically out of warranty—the team went above and beyond when a handle came loose on our dishwasher panel during the installation of a new appliance. Their response was swift, professional, and incredibly thoughtful. This experience is a testament to NYKB’s commitment to quality, attention to detail, and unmatched follow-up service. No matter how small the task, they treat it with the same care and precision as a major project. A truly top-tier company from start to finish—and beyond!"
Paula F on May 2025
We are a small home improvement company but large enough to handle any work in the categories listed at very reasonable prices. We accept all forms of payments including Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Discover. Please call our office to schedule an appointment 718.520.8370
"radiator service and toilet repair"
Ivonne V on January 2021
We are a small home improvement company but large enough to handle any work in the categories listed at very reasonable prices. We accept all forms of payments including Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and Discover. Please call our office to schedule an appointment 718.520.8370
"radiator service and toilet repair"
Ivonne V on January 2021
Wagner Construction is family owned and operated business that has been servicing the Long Island Community for over 35 years strong. We offer nothing but the best in quality and services for all of our customers and employees. We strive to be the best in the industry and our happy and well serviced customers seem to reinforce our business model. Thank you to all our existing customers and to our potential new ones, we hope to see you soon as well.
"Well. The roofers were very neat, quick, and efficient. They assisted in clearing the roof of plant containers and other items. Everything was left in tidy order."
Louise m on May 2024
Wagner Construction is family owned and operated business that has been servicing the Long Island Community for over 35 years strong. We offer nothing but the best in quality and services for all of our customers and employees. We strive to be the best in the industry and our happy and well serviced customers seem to reinforce our business model. Thank you to all our existing customers and to our potential new ones, we hope to see you soon as well.
"Well. The roofers were very neat, quick, and efficient. They assisted in clearing the roof of plant containers and other items. Everything was left in tidy order."
Louise m on May 2024
Mayanda Home Improvement, Inc. is a licensed and insured family company in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. Since 2002 we have worked serving New York City & surroundings, with vast experience in interior renovation in houses, offices, and commercial businesses. Commitment to excellence motivates us, and we invest the effort and knowledge to obtain our client's satisfaction and happiness. With years of experience in the construction field, we would make Mayanda's difference by helping you with all the advisory processes. The Mayanda difference is the ability to deliver more than just the four walls of any space; it's the ability to give attention to the temperature, the acoustics, the lighting, and the fine finish. The ability to take your design to convert any space into an elegant, cozy, or entertaining area. The Mayanda difference is the ability to coordinate the builder trades because the functionality of any space starts before any wall is built. Having resources in all areas provides proficiency in the following services: Crown molding and molding design, faux and textured finishes, plumbing and HVAC, electrical and lighting, masonry and paving.
"David and his team were amazing to work with. They did our apartment renovations beautifully and on time. We had a very tight timeline before moving into our new home and the Mayanda team worked extremely efficiently without sacrificing quality. David was very communicative and responsive throughout, answering our questions promptly and even sending over in-progress videos. David has an eye for detail and made great suggestions as we were planning out our renovations. Some of his fixes were so seamless that you'd never guess there was anything wrong there in the first place -- beautiful work fixing up some broken heater covers, rehanging a crooked door, building a custom linen closet for the bathroom, and installing shoe molding, as well as repainting the whole apartment. The Mayanda team were professional and easy to work with. We love how our apartment renovations turned out! Would highly recommend Mayanda to anyone looking for a contractor!"
Anastassia B on August 2023
Mayanda Home Improvement, Inc. is a licensed and insured family company in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. Since 2002 we have worked serving New York City & surroundings, with vast experience in interior renovation in houses, offices, and commercial businesses. Commitment to excellence motivates us, and we invest the effort and knowledge to obtain our client's satisfaction and happiness. With years of experience in the construction field, we would make Mayanda's difference by helping you with all the advisory processes. The Mayanda difference is the ability to deliver more than just the four walls of any space; it's the ability to give attention to the temperature, the acoustics, the lighting, and the fine finish. The ability to take your design to convert any space into an elegant, cozy, or entertaining area. The Mayanda difference is the ability to coordinate the builder trades because the functionality of any space starts before any wall is built. Having resources in all areas provides proficiency in the following services: Crown molding and molding design, faux and textured finishes, plumbing and HVAC, electrical and lighting, masonry and paving.
"David and his team were amazing to work with. They did our apartment renovations beautifully and on time. We had a very tight timeline before moving into our new home and the Mayanda team worked extremely efficiently without sacrificing quality. David was very communicative and responsive throughout, answering our questions promptly and even sending over in-progress videos. David has an eye for detail and made great suggestions as we were planning out our renovations. Some of his fixes were so seamless that you'd never guess there was anything wrong there in the first place -- beautiful work fixing up some broken heater covers, rehanging a crooked door, building a custom linen closet for the bathroom, and installing shoe molding, as well as repainting the whole apartment. The Mayanda team were professional and easy to work with. We love how our apartment renovations turned out! Would highly recommend Mayanda to anyone looking for a contractor!"
Anastassia B on August 2023
We are currently offering all Angi members $700 off roof replacements && $1000 off remodeling projects - call us today for a free estimate! We specialize in roofing, general remodeling, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, masonry, drywall, interior and exterior painting. If you want it done, we can take care of it! Our reviews say it all, check them out and let us know if you have any questions! We are registered with the NYC Buildings Department as a General Construction company, fully insured and licensed #2059061-DCA, Lead Based Renovation Certified, and registered with the Big Apple Occupational Safety Training.
"fast reliable courteous well mannered owner and workers. Fast , clean , precision high quality work. Will definitely use again and highly recommended"
Erion A on January 2025
We are currently offering all Angi members $700 off roof replacements && $1000 off remodeling projects - call us today for a free estimate! We specialize in roofing, general remodeling, kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling, masonry, drywall, interior and exterior painting. If you want it done, we can take care of it! Our reviews say it all, check them out and let us know if you have any questions! We are registered with the NYC Buildings Department as a General Construction company, fully insured and licensed #2059061-DCA, Lead Based Renovation Certified, and registered with the Big Apple Occupational Safety Training.
"fast reliable courteous well mannered owner and workers. Fast , clean , precision high quality work. Will definitely use again and highly recommended"
Erion A on January 2025
Douglas Muir is an architect practicing in New York with extensive experience in residential design. I encourage you to look at my website to understand my method of working and experience.
"I have had a great experience working with Doug. He offers great suggestions and also listens to what I want to do with the space. He is flexible and was willing to make adjustments throughout the project. He brought in experts when needed to offer suggestions as well. He always responds within a reasonable amount of time. I would highly recommend Doug."
Laura H on November 2023
Douglas Muir is an architect practicing in New York with extensive experience in residential design. I encourage you to look at my website to understand my method of working and experience.
"I have had a great experience working with Doug. He offers great suggestions and also listens to what I want to do with the space. He is flexible and was willing to make adjustments throughout the project. He brought in experts when needed to offer suggestions as well. He always responds within a reasonable amount of time. I would highly recommend Doug."
Laura H on November 2023
We are located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, and we are architects who specialize in expediting & plan preparation for obtaining building permits. We have several licensed architects & construction superintendents on staff ready to assist you.
"I was extremely happy working with Jon/Jon Paul Design & Consulting in order to assist in closing some open permits for a NYC condo renovation that was done in 2014. He explained everything very clearly and the best way to proceed - and acted very promptly and professionally. I would strongly recommend Jon to anyone who is looking for a professional who gets things done in a very timely fashion. He was a pleasure to work with and someone who protected my best interests."
neal o on November 2024
We are located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, and we are architects who specialize in expediting & plan preparation for obtaining building permits. We have several licensed architects & construction superintendents on staff ready to assist you.
"I was extremely happy working with Jon/Jon Paul Design & Consulting in order to assist in closing some open permits for a NYC condo renovation that was done in 2014. He explained everything very clearly and the best way to proceed - and acted very promptly and professionally. I would strongly recommend Jon to anyone who is looking for a professional who gets things done in a very timely fashion. He was a pleasure to work with and someone who protected my best interests."
neal o on November 2024
We specialize in home restoration and new builds. We can completely rehaul your home, whether it's your bathroom, living room, or even your kitchen. We service both NY and NJ. In the state of NJ, we can also service commercial work on top of residential. Check us out on our Instagram @tacarpentry.home to see some of our work or visit our website www.tacarpentry.com !
"Wonderfully, great experience, great crew, fair price. Happy with the work."
Gage B on August 2024
We specialize in home restoration and new builds. We can completely rehaul your home, whether it's your bathroom, living room, or even your kitchen. We service both NY and NJ. In the state of NJ, we can also service commercial work on top of residential. Check us out on our Instagram @tacarpentry.home to see some of our work or visit our website www.tacarpentry.com !
"Wonderfully, great experience, great crew, fair price. Happy with the work."
Gage B on August 2024
ATTENTION Homeowners! Ask about our new customer discount up to 30% OFF!, call us today! We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today.
"They completed the roof repairs."
Nicholas C on December 2024
ATTENTION Homeowners! Ask about our new customer discount up to 30% OFF!, call us today! We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today.
"They completed the roof repairs."
Nicholas C on December 2024
FAQs for custom home building projects in Forest Hills, NY
Typically, it’s more affordable to buy an existing home than it is to build a new one. New construction loan interest rates tend to be higher than interest rates for traditional mortgages. Additionally, the cost of materials is likely higher when building a new home than it was when an existing home was built (unless it’s a very new one). You’re also paying for all new appliances, finishes, permits, inspections, and connections for water, gas, and electricity.
One starting point to find a local home builder is to collect suggestions from friends and neighbors. However, it’s still wise to do some more research before you hire a builder. Read reviews to supplement any word-of-mouth recommendations. Check sources like Angi that have standards and criteria in place to screen the pros it lists can also help you find more reputable local home builders.
The average price per square foot to build a house is about $150 per square foot. Overall, the cost to build a house ranges anywhere from $100 to $500 per square foot, depending on where you build. The primary cost factors include location, size, and style of house you build.
The average cost to hire an architect for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200.
The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour.
Knowing if you need an architect for your project can be tricky, especially if you've never worked with one before. In general, small remodeling projects like replacing fixtures typically don't require the expertise of an architect. However, larger projects, like moving walls or adding an addition to your home, should include an architect to ensure the project is structurally sound.
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