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Kevin Ahern

Kevin is the Co-Founder of Litchfield Builders, an award-winning, industry leader with a reputation for managing projects others shy away from. They are known for their high-quality work, customer service, and reliability and though still relatively small in size, Litchfield Builders now competes with some of the areas largest firms in both the residential and commercial arenas.

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling

Creating Outdoor Commercial Spaces: Patios, Decks, and Dining Areas

By: Kevin Ahern
March 25th, 2025

Outdoor commercial spaces enhance your business and make it more attractive to potential customers. Hiring the right contractor to build your rooftop deck, ground-level deck, or patio area is just one step you should take to ensure a successful construction project. In this article, we'll go over the different options available to you, to help you make the right choice as you design your commercial outdoor spaces.

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Residential | Residential Remodeling

Maximizing Outdoor Living with Multi-Level Decks

By: Kevin Ahern
February 26th, 2025

Spending time in your own backyard is one of the greatest benefits of homeownership. There's nothing quite like the experience of lounging in the sun, cooking in the open air, and spending time with loved ones on your own property. Multi-level decks make it all possible. Today, multi-level decks are more popular than ever, and for good reason. Installing such a deck on your property can improve your home's value and make life more enjoyable. Hiring the right Connecticut contractor to do the job is important, as is engaging in proper planning before getting started. Decks have changed over the years, so even if you have experience coordinating and planning this type of project, you may still have a lot to learn. Composite decking has changed how decks look, how they function, and how they're maintained. The more you know, the more successful your deck project will be.

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Home Remodeling Toolkit

Home Remodeling Toolkit

See how you can get the best return on investment from your next home remodel by knowing exactly what to expect and how to prepare.

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Residential | Residential Remodeling

The Truth About Contractor Pricing: Why Low-Cost Bids Could Be a Red Flag

By: Kevin Ahern
February 20th, 2025

Choosing the right contractor can be difficult. Low-cost contractors can be tempting to hire, but they come with risks. Knowing those risks is important. Hiring a low-cost contractor can cost more money over time if the work the contractor does is poor or the job is left unfinished. The best contractor for the job is not always the contractor with the lowest bid. Below, we'll go over the problems associated with hiring low-cost contractors. We'll also talk about what you can do to avoid hiring the wrong contractor for your home improvement project.

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling

Budgeting for an Office Renovation: What You Need to Know

By: Kevin Ahern
February 13th, 2025

Budgeting is one of the hardest parts of planning a commercial remodel. If you're a business owner about to begin a remodel for your business, developing a realistic budget is one of the first and most crucial steps. In this comprehensive guide to creating a budget for office renovation, we'll discuss the major cost variables like materials, labor, and design services. When you hire a professional contractor and architect for the design and construction of your remodel, knowing your budget can help guide your project. Communicating this information with members of your team can keep everyone on the same page and prevent cash flow problems later in the process. Here's what you need to know.

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling

5 Signs It's Time to Renovate Your Office Space

By: Kevin Ahern
February 6th, 2025

Offices change over time. The ideal office design in any given year depends partially on business trends and partially on your business's unique needs. Just five years ago, your business might have prioritized collaborative office spaces where employees worked together in one big room. In recent years, your business may have shifted your workforce to a remote or hybrid situation. These changes and many others necessitate office renovations with a professional remodeling contractor. Recognizing the signs that it's time to renovate your office space can help you maintain a functional business where employees can work happily and productively. This article will discuss five signs it's time to renovate your Connecticut office space. If you think your business could use an office remodel, recognizing the signs sooner rather than later can help you stay on top of your business needs. You can make your business the employer of choice and a brand consumers trust with a modern, efficient workspace. Here's how.

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General Contractors | Residential | Residential Remodeling

Cheap vs. Expensive Contractors: What You’re Really Paying For

By: Kevin Ahern
January 29th, 2025

If you own a home, you know about the high cost of home improvements. Whether you're remodeling your kitchen or fixing your roof, maintaining your house can be expensive. When you're hiring Connecticut contractors, it's tempting to hire low-cost contractor businesses to do the work. While this can save a little money from time to time, hiring low-cost contractors is a gamble. All contractors have costs. The difference is often not the price, but what you're paying for.

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Residential | Residential Remodeling

Choosing the Right Flooring for Your High-End Home Renovation

By: Kevin Ahern
January 21st, 2025

Of all the surfaces in your home, nothing is exposed to wear and tear quite like your floors. Sneakers, high heels, bare feet, pet claws - they all make their marks over time. It's important to choose a durable, attractive flooring material that can stand up to the foot traffic, chair legs, and more. Choosing the right flooring for your home can improve its value and give your home style. There are many flooring options available for you to consider. If you're seeking a new flooring material for your home, it helps to weigh the pros and cons of each flooring type. In this article, we'll go over the many flooring options that Connecticut homeowners choose for their homes, and talk about how to choose the right contractor for the job.

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling

Successful High-End Commercial Renovations in New Haven

By: Kevin Ahern
January 16th, 2025

Every commercial office space needs a luxurious feature that stands out. From art on the walls to unusual finishes and fixtures, adding unique features can give your commercial building more value. It's easier to attract the best employees and high-end clients when your commercial office space is designed to embody quality and innovation. It's up to you to design a commercial property that impresses and inspires. In this article, we'll talk about two renovation projects that make a splash in commercial spaces. These projects may inspire you to start your high-end commercial renovation. When you're ready, Litchfield Builders is ready to help. We provide free renovation resources to help with your project, and perform high quality renovations in commercial spaces.

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Residential

How to Design a Luxury Walk-In Closet: Maximizing Space and Style

By: Kevin Ahern
January 8th, 2025

Nothing says luxury quite like a high-end walk-in closet. From gleaming wood surfaces to glittering chandelier lighting, high-end walk-in closets offer a luxury experience that many people can only dream about. Designing your own luxury walk-in closet is a rewarding experience made even better when you're working with an experienced contractor that can customize your closet to your unique needs. In this article, we'll talk about walk-in closet features that you'll find in high-end Connecticut homes. If you're starting the process of designing your luxury walk-in closet, this guide can help you from start to finish.

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Commercial | Residential

What You Can Expect When Working With Litchfield Builders

By: Kevin Ahern
January 3rd, 2025

Home renovation is one of the most exciting (and stressful!) processes that you can go through as a homeowner. When you invite a construction company into your home to conduct a renovation, it's important to find a business that you can trust. Working with the right design-build construction company can make your home renovation projects a success. For nearly 30 years, Litchfield Builders has offered high quality construction and home renovation services to the people of Connecticut. We're the construction company of choice for thousands of households throughout New Haven and the surrounding communities. Our customers and our craft are our highest priorities. Do you have questions about remodeling in Connecticut, and what it's like to work with Litchfield Builders? We've outlined the process for you below. When you're ready to start your home remodel, give us a call.

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