"We had a great experience with the Lux Renovations and Owens Corning team. The whole process was very easy from designing the space, selecting colors, and having a contract manager who organized the entire basement remodel including all the trades and inspections. We were sold on the Owens Corning materials for the basement and that they were engineered specifically for a basement space. Would highly recommend this team for your basement remodel needs."
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!
"We hired Paolo to remodel our kitchen/dining room/living room area. He did a wonderful job making my vision a reality! I gave him a drawing on a sheet of paper and he made everything happen! His crew is tidy and super nice. Definitely want to hire again!!!"
"It was wonderful working with Chris/Castlewood. They worked weekends, late night, extreme cold weather and pouring rain to make sure that the only bathroom in my home was functional. Chris understood my needs and kept the budget under control. I come from a building background and this house restoration has been a long-term, partial do it yourself project. I've hired other service providers in the past and was never happy with the work done, often having to hire new contractors before finally giving up and doing the work myself.
Chris/Castlewood is the first time I have been pleased with a contractor/service provider. Chris understood my willingness and desire to do certain work on my own and also understood the constraints of my skills and adapted his own scope of work to keep me involved. The cost of the work was exactly what I expected. No surprise invoices that doubled and tripled the prices quoted by past (fired) contractors.
I will be using Chris/Castlewood for all future projects in the house. If the floor replacement and kitchen remodel I'll be doing later this year turn out half as well as the bathroom repair I'll be an extremely pleased owner of a restored antique home."
"We hired Raines & Sons to remodel our bathroom. Jamie gave us a very reasonable quote and was upfront about what to expect. Everything went well. Took a little longer than expected, but that was because he wanted to do it right rather than finish the gig and move on. The people on Jamie's crew were friendly, professional, and made sure to clean up before leaving each day. Jamie is a man of his word and always let me know what to expect each step of the way. One of the things I respect the most is that when something came up that he wasn't prepared for (it did, twice), he wasn't afraid to call in a subcontractor who could do the task better and faster. That is the mark of a true professional. He didn't try to do everything himself so he could max his profit. He brought in the people who were good at each job. Solid painting crew, too, by the way. We couldn't be happier with the results. Not only do I recommend this company, I've already hired them for another job -- rebuilding my sidewalk and front porch."
"Amanda was really very good! At first I was very skeptical, thinking why did I pay money to just speak with someone on the phone about my kitchen remodel project... but after just a few minutes of her addressing some of the issues/questions I emailed to her earlier, I knew it was worth it. It was very clear that she knew her business and she gave me several ideas that I had not even thought about. I told her that I would definitely recommend her to friends and I will very likely use her again myself for my next home project!
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Overall, I was satisfied with the work. The crew were great about cleaning behind themselves. They were polite and very respectful of our home. The entire project took about a month longer than we anticipated but some of that was justified because the contractor had been ill. When he was feeling better it started to move along a little faster. I want to say that I am thrilled with the end project in the kitchen. It is exactly what I wanted. The bathroom less so, but overall I am satisfied. The quality of the work was great!
The areas I gave a B rating were punctuality and professionalism. My reason for the punctuality is the fact that the crew would show up usually anywhere from about 9:30 to 10:00 AM. Then they usually left about 4:00 PM, sometimes a little later, sometimes earlier. My point is I never knew exactly when to expect them unless I specifically asked.
Professionalism was graded a B - When we started this project I was asked to sign an agreement/contract with Mr Palumbo that obligated us to the project through completion, including the schedule of our payments to him. In turn, he gave me a spreadsheet that he said would be kept updated and be a 'living document' throughout the process that would keep us both honest. I thought this was a great idea. The original spreadsheet was the estimate of what he thought the project would cost breaking it down into two areas, one for the kitchen and another for the bathroom. What I understood and expected was that the spreadsheet estimate figures would be replaced by the actual costs. The end spreadsheet I received was just like the beginning one. It still had items on it that he did not do and did not include some things he did. The end project came in about $5000 over the estimate. Some of this was due to changes we made and some were necessitated by things that come up when you remodel and old house. Maybe this all worked out in the end, but the point is without the actual costs on that living spreadsheet, I really don't know,
Also, I want to reiterate that I would most definitely us Tom Palumbo again for a remodel project. He designed a beautiful kitchen for me. I think that may be his specialty! The bathroom is beautiful too but the kitchen is my dream one! This is what he promised and I think he delivered.
K&M Quality Carpentry, LLC is a privately owned business with more than 20 years in the\nresidential construction and remodeling business. Have been doing business VA, MD, and the\nDistrict of Columbia since 1994.\n• Contractor\nAs your Contractor, we focus on all the project details to ensure a satisfactory outcome\nfor you. We ensure that all permits for each phase of the project meet or exceed state and\nmunicipal building codes.\nK&M Quality Carpentry, LLC serves as a sub-contractor for many General Contractors\nin the area.\nWe pride ourselves on all the projects we undertake and focus on delivering quality and\nsatisfaction.\n• Repair and upgrades\nNew Customs Homes\nRoofing Flooring\nSiding Doors\nWindows Decks\nPorches Int/Ext Painting\nInsulating Garages\nGazebos Saunas\nCustom Cabinetry Custom Trim\nWood Ceilings Additions\nRemodeling (specializing in Kitchens & Bathrooms)\nIf you have a project or repair that doesn't appear on this list, contact me and I’ll try to meet your\nneeds or refer you to someone who specializes that particular area.\nLicensed (Class A) & Fully Insured
Yes, you can add a kitchenette to a basement. However, you’ll have to consider the costs associated with basement kitchenettes. If you’re starting from scratch in an unfinished basement, you’ll need to account for brand-new plumbing, electrical, flooring, and more in addition to the cost of the kitchenette. If you’re putting a kitchenette in an already finished basement equipped with plumbing and electrical, you’ll save considerable money.
Basements are commonly converted into game rooms. The potential challenges you may run into include controlling moisture, working with low ceilings, limited natural light, and the need for additional electrical or HVAC work. Addressing these issues can add to the total cost, but it ensures a comfortable and functional space.
It’s less expensive to finish your basement than it is to build an addition to your home. The average cost to refinish a basement is $32,000 (between $7 and $23 per square foot) while building an addition to your home costs $50,325 ($80 to $210 per square foot). Depending on the size of your basement and other factors, like moving plumbing and electrical, refinishing a basement is a more cost-effective option in most cases.
A finished basement does not always count as square footage, as this varies by state regulations. In areas that allow below-grade spaces to be included in a home's official square footage, the basement must typically meet certain conditions. These conditions often include having a functional egress and being a livable space with flooring, finished walls, and temperature control. To be certain, contact your local assessor to confirm your area's specific policies regarding basement square footage.
Yes, it is possible to turn a regular basement into a walkout basement. Doing so involves excavating the land around at least one side of your basement foundation, installing retaining walls to create a permanent below-grade area outside your home, and then cutting into the foundation to install an exterior door that leads out to the new space. This is an expensive and time-consuming project, but it can add a lot of value and utility to your home.
The Roseland, VA homeowners’ guide to basement remodels
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