Many home repairs increase the value of the property – not necessarily as much as the cost of the repair, but enough to recoup a large chunk of the losses while possibly building value over time. Every situation is different – renovating a room that already looked new, for example, will bring less value than…
read moreHere in Staten Island, many home improvements and renovations require a permit through the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB). Unpermitted work happens fairly often, but it can lead to fines, violations, or a stop-work order if inspectors discover the construction. Permits are generally required when the work affects the building’s structure, occupancy, or…
read moreHere at Christian Construction, our goal is always your complete and total satisfaction. We want you to love your new renovations, whether it’s a new kitchen, new bathroom, new flooring, or something else. Part of that, however, comes from your honesty. We always do our best work. But we also need to know if what…
read moreWhen we’re working on a project and need to add flooring, we’re very aware that budget matters. Hardwood flooring may be the most popular, but it’s also the most expensive, and so many people are looking for inexpensive options that provide them with a new floor without the sizeable costs. Typically Recommended Cheap Flooring Typically,…
read moreWe’re all trying to save money. Yet we also need work completed on our house. Sometimes, in the process of determining the best way to remodel our home, we have to consider the factors that might affect things like pricing – not just function. For example, if you’re remodeling a bathroom – particularly a smaller…
read moreChristian Construction is capable of essentially rebuilding properties from the ground up. We take on work both large and small, but if you needed your entire home remodeled from top to bottom, we can support you there as well. For those individuals in NYC that are looking for a contractor to redo your entire house,…
read moreRecently, we talked about “Cheap Roofing Estimates” and some of the dangers surrounding the idea of cheap roofing. The problem with getting a cheap quote for roofing is that most costs related to roofing are non-negotiable: Material Costs Minimum Labor Requirements These costs are loosely set in stone, unless a roofing contractor chooses to cut…
read moreCost is the #1 consideration that homeowners make when choosing who to hire for any job, including roofing. Roofing is expensive, and so it makes sense to look for the best pricing. But roofing – even more so than many other home renovations – can have wildly varying prices, and it’s not just because some…
read moreRemodeling a kitchen is a service that frequently offers the most return on your investment. Kitchens are the focal point of the home. Renovations can be a big project, yes, but if your kitchen is in need of renovations – especially if it’s a much older property – then your chances of adding to your…
read moreWe do roofing, we do siding, we do flooring, but some of our favorite projects are kitchens. That’s where so much personality can really shine, and a place that can change a home completely. Installing a new kitchen is one of the most involved types of home renovations. It requires coordination from multiple directions, careful…
read moreSo, you’re looking to remodel your guest bathroom. You’ve probably envisioned the tile, or you have an idea of what you’re looking for with regards to the sink, but now you have to address one of the most important questions: what to do about the toilet. This may seem like a silly question. Yet, while…
read moreMaybe you’ve had this thought: During years where there is constant, heavy rain that lasts for weeks or even months, there are situations where you might think to yourself “can my roof even handle this much rain?” Does frequent, ongoing rain cause any roofing challenges? The good news is that the answer is *sort of*…
read moreWith the end of school here, many parents are watching their kids graduate and, eventually, move out of the home. It’s an emotional time, but it’s also one of opportunity. While some parents keep their child’s room exactly as it was – almost like a shrine to their youth – others are in the mood…
read moreBetween the 1960s and 1980s, many homes went from single pane windows to double pane windows. This represented a massive change from previous windows, as they were significantly more energy efficient and durable. Then, between the 1980s and 2000s, they started adjusting the makeup of the windows to improve their longevity and prevent issues like…
read moreRenovating a kitchen is often a delicate balance between form and function. You need to have a useable space that allows you to cook and entertain for years, but you also need to make sure that you’re designing a kitchen that you’re going to love visually and that will increase and maintain its value. Specifically,…
read moreOngoing trade tensions and the current tariffs which (as of this writing) are over 100% on Chinese imports is going to affect home renovations. That is why it might be a good idea to consider putting a rush order on any renovation that might be affected by these tariffs, before there are any higher costs…
read moreYour flooring has to be as level as possible. It’s not just for comfort and appearance. If your flooring isn’t level, then it is far more likely to bend, warp, and break its connections, leading to flooring that is not only unlevel but potentially dangerous. When replacing existing flooring – whether it’s carpet, tile, laminate,…
read moreMost of the properties here in Staten Island are pretty well defined. But there are some properties where it can be difficult to tell – at least from a legal perspective – when the property line begins and when it ends. That can be a problem, because you often need to know your property line…
read moreChristian Construction is one of the few contractors willing to take on projects both small and large. You can call us for something small, like a minor repair or gutter cleaning, or you can contact us to completely rebuild your property from the ground up. In some cases, this might mean that you have an…
read moreChristian Construction is a roofer in Staten Island, serving the entire NYC area and parts of New Jersey. We know roofing. We have an amazing team that is here to help with any roofing need you may have, no matter how large or how small. We can help you repair a small issue, clean your…
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