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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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Residential

How to Prepare for Your Upcoming Home Renovation

By: Kevin Ahern
June 23rd, 2025

If you're planning to renovate or remodel your home in 2025, now is the time to get prepared. There's a long list of things to do before meeting with contractors. Having goals, a budget, and a plan can help your home renovation be successful. Before contacting a contractor to get started with your home renovation, take the steps below. If you need more guidance on how to find a home renovation contractor in Connecticut, download our free guide.

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Bathroom Remodeling

Common Mistakes in Commercial Bathroom Renovations (and How to Avoid Them)

By: Kevin Ahern
June 12th, 2025

Commercial bathrooms need to be remodeled every twenty years or so to maintain their functionality and aesthetic value. That's a long time between renovations, so if you're a business owner, you may not have a lot of experience with this type of project. It's easy to make mistakes during a commercial bathroom remodel. Knowing the common errors and what you can do to avoid making these mistakes can help you through the process. As a business owner, the number one most helpful thing you can do to have a successful bathroom remodel is to work with a remodeling team you can trust. A good Connecticut contractor can serve as a guide throughout the process to help you make smart choices and avoid common pitfalls.

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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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Commercial

Vetting Commercial Contractors? 10 Questions to Ask

By: Kevin Ahern
June 5th, 2025

The success of your upcoming commercial construction project will rely on the skill of your construction contractor. To find the right contractor business, vet at least three Connecticut contractors with related experience. Meet with the contractors on-site to discuss your job. This vetting process will help you find a contractor with the right skills. Before vetting begins, make a list of questions to ask each contractor. Preparing these questions in advance and keeping them consistent from one contractor to the next will make it easy to compare them once the meetings are over. In this article, we'll discuss ten questions to help lead the discussion during these meetings, so you can learn what you need to know to make the right hire for the job.

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Residential

Top Paint Colors of 2025

By: Kevin Ahern
May 30th, 2025

It's a new year and time to paint new colors in your home! Adding a fresh coat of paint can make your interior and exterior spaces appear well-maintained and newly redone. Whether you're painting one room or your entire house, it's important to choose colors that will create an ambiance where you can feel comfortable.

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Residential | Residential Remodeling

Top Home Renovation Trends In the New Year

By: Kevin Ahern
May 21st, 2025

2025 is here! With the arrival of a new year comes new resolutions and new chances to make your home the comfortable, attractive space you've always wanted. The last few years have seen changes in the way we build and decorate our homes and our interior spaces. Just five years ago, it seemed like gray was on every surface in every room, and white was the color of every kitchen. Today, we're seeing shifts in color preferences, pattern preferences, and designs of all types. In Connecticut, homeowners seek ways to make their spaces more inviting, intimate, and personal. Whatever you're hoping to achieve with your home renovation, work with a Connecticut contractor that you trust. Hiring a design-build contractor can make your job easier because your contractor will have an in-house design team to help you create the style you've been looking for. Either way, choose a professional contractor with good references, great communication skills, and a reputation you trust.

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling

How to Choose the Right Contractor for Commercial Renovations in Connecticut

By: Kevin Ahern
May 14th, 2025

Your business needs a functional, well-maintained space where it can operate. Successful renovations help ensure that your commercial space suits your business needs. Finding the right Connecticut contractor to perform those renovations can make all the difference.

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling

Luxury Retail Renovations in Connecticut: Designing for the Customer Experience

By: Kevin Ahern
May 7th, 2025

Customers expect a comfortable and elegant experience when they shop in luxury retail stores. As a retailer, you can help deliver on that expectation through regular updates and luxury retail renovations of your commercial space. With effective use of lighting, layout, high-end finishes, and colors, you can create a space designed for the ultimate customer experience. Hiring the right team for your commercial renovation is important. Your commercial remodel starts with an architect who knows how to elevate and transform retail spaces. Once the design is complete, you'll need to hire a contractor that can make your vision a reality. Elegance is key when it comes to designing a retail space that your customers will love. Below, we've listed suggestions to inspire your next luxury retail remodel.

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Residential | Residential Remodeling

How to Choose the Right Contractor for High-End Renovations in Connecticut

By: Kevin Ahern
May 1st, 2025

Beautiful homes need to be maintained through regular renovation and improvement. High-end home renovations work best when they're handled by a reputable, highly skilled Connecticut contractor. In this guide to selecting a contractor for luxury renovations, we'll provide you with tips to help with the selection process. From checking credentials to reviewing portfolios, these steps can help ensure quality and reliability in your Connecticut contractor. Here's what you need to know.

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Residential Remodeling

Deck Materials Explained: Choosing the Best for Your Connecticut Home

By: Kevin Ahern
April 22nd, 2025

A beautiful deck can raise your quality of life at home while improving your home's value. Choosing the right decking material is important. Decking materials have changed a lot in the last several years. Gone are the days of pressure-treated wood decks. Modern decks are built like works of art, sporting beautiful wood finishes and unusual deck designs. If you're a Connecticut homeowner considering installing a wood deck on your home, there's a lot to know about the many options available. The deck materials you choose will affect your life and how you maintain your home for years to come, so it's important to make the right decision. If you're working with a good Connecticut contractor, they can help you choose a decking material that will last. Below, we've outlined some information to help make your decision.

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Residential

Connecticut Deck Building 101: From Planning to Execution

By: Kevin Ahern
April 16th, 2025

Do you want to add usable space to your yard, so you can host parties and barbecues? Build a deck. Do you want to improve your home's value with something big and splashy, making it easier to sell? Build a deck. Do you want to have a more enjoyable summer with more outdoor living space? Build a deck. Deck addition is one of the leading springtime home improvement projects for Connecticut homeowners. If you're thinking about building a deck on your home in 2025, this guide can help you from start to finish. Knowing what to expect and how to kick off your project can make the whole experience a success. In this article, we'll discuss Deck Building 101. This article will include the planning process, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to choose a contractor for this project. Here's what you need to know.

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