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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

How to Find Out if Your New Haven County Business is ICC/ADA Compliant

By: Kevin Ahern
June 16th, 2016

Accessibility is an important feature in all commercial buildings. Providing appropriate parking spaces, accessible toilets, wide walkways and other accommodations for disabled people can help ensure equal opportunity for everyone. To make this task easier, accessibility is standardized through law. Knowing the details of the law can help ensure that your building remains open and accessible for everyone in need.

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Residential

2016 Summer Remodeling Trends

By: Kevin Ahern
June 9th, 2016

The year 2016 is shaping up to be a great year to get your home remodeled! You may already know what you want for your upcoming renovation, but knowing what other homeowners are doing can help you refine your plans. The following home remodel and design trends are the hottest projects you'll see gracing the covers of remodeling magazines and websites.

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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

5 Ways to Achieve an Energy Efficient Building Envelope

By: Kevin Ahern
June 7th, 2016

Your commercial building's envelope is critical for maintaining energy efficiency. The tighter the envelope, the less energy is lost during the heating and cooling season. Having a tight envelope can help keep your building comfortable for employees, clients and customers. While newer buildings are all constructed with an energy-efficient envelope, older buildings require upgrades to conform to modern energy efficiency standards. If you are an owner of a commercial building, the following tips will help you improve your commercial building's energy efficiency.

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Residential

5 Ways You Can Enhance Your Outdoor Space for Summer

By: Kevin Ahern
May 31st, 2016

Summer is nearly here, and homeowners everywhere are looking for ways to make their outdoor spaces more attractive and enjoyable. These 5 projects can enhance your outdoor space, making your property more beautiful and more suitable for entertaining guests.

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Residential

The Best, Low Maintenance Floors to Consider

By: Kevin Ahern
May 26th, 2016

It seems like every homeowner dreams of installing low-maintenance flooring. While there are many materials that can easily be considered low-maintenance floor products, not all low-maintenance flooring materials are also attractive. In this post, we'll discuss flooring materials that look great and are easy to care for.

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Residential

Top Inspirational Home Remodeling Accounts to Follow on Instagram

By: Kevin Ahern
May 19th, 2016

It seems like everyone is passionate about home renovation these days, which may be why so many home remodeling and DIY buffs enjoy posting their adventures on social media sites like Instagram. If you're someone who enjoys social media, is passionate about home renovation, loves pictures and likes to "follow" people who have something valuable to contribute on the Internet, the following Instagram sites are definitely for you.

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Residential

5 Unique Bathroom Remodeling Trends

By: Kevin Ahern
May 17th, 2016

One of the most fun rooms in the house to remodel is the bathroom. With so many options and interesting trends, bathroom renovations can be a transformative experience that turns your tiny water closet into a place of beauty and luxury. If you're thinking about remodeling your bathroom this spring, these 5 unique bathroom trends are worth considering as you develop your plans.

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Residential

Top Three Challenges You'll Face when Renovating Your First Home

By: Kevin Ahern
May 10th, 2016

Home renovation can be challenging for all homeowners, but this is especially true for new homeowners. Knowing the challenges of home renovation and how to prepare for those challenges can help your home remodeling project go more smoothly.

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Residential

Tips for Boosting Your Home Security

By: Kevin Ahern
May 3rd, 2016

Maintaining security in your home is critical for your peace of mind--especially if you're thinking about traveling this spring. Without proper security, your home could be vulnerable to damage or invasion by unwanted intruders in your absence. There are a variety of ways that you can make small renovations that will improve your home's security. Making these improvements can improve your home's resale value or potentially reduce your insurance costs.

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Residential

7 Elements for the Ultimate Home Man Cave

By: Kevin Ahern
April 26th, 2016

Every man dreams of having their very own secluded place where they can relax, lounge, play games and drink beer. For those of you who are ready to grab the bull by the horns and start remodeling, these 7 suggestions will help you design the ultimate man cave.

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