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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 | Residential | Residential Remodeling | Industry Knowledge

Insurance Restoration: Tips for Remodeling after a Natural Disaster

By: Kevin Ahern
November 26th, 2013

The past few years have shown us that Mother Nature may strike at any time. Natural disasters like tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards have affected many homes in Connecticut as well as the rest of New England. Once your loved ones are safe, making sure that your home or business is restored is your next concern. Unfortunately, many of us are not prepared to deal with insurance restoration and everything involved with remodeling after a natural disaster. Here are a few tips to help you through this difficult time.

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Commercial | Residential

Can Custom Millwork Raise Your Property Value?

By: Kevin Ahern
November 19th, 2013

Millwork can add beauty and one of a kind detail to your home or business, but it also has many benefits that one may not expect.

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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 | General Contractors | News & Events | Residential Remodeling

Litchfield Builders Named One of "America's Top Remodelers"

By: Kevin Ahern
November 12th, 2013

Professional Remodeler magazine has just announced its 2013 list of "America's Top Remodelers" and amongst them, for the second consecutive year, is Connecticut's own Litchfield Builders. This annual list showcases the nation's largest and most profitable remodeling firms from all national markets and the Litchfield Builders team is excited to be included once again.

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling | Sustainability

How to Make The Right First Impression With Commercial Remodeling

By: Kevin Ahern
November 6th, 2013

When considering commercial remodeling, your planning needs to go far beyond basic design and budget. Whether your business deals with consumers or clients, your facilities make a statement about your company and you want that statement to make the best impression possible. Commercial construction or remodeling can help you do that.

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Commercial Remodeling | Kitchen Remodeling | News & Events | Residential Remodeling

Litchfield Builders Kitchen featured in Arts & Crafts Homes Magazine

By: Kevin Ahern
October 29th, 2013

Wallingford Kitchen remodeled by Litchfield Builders Appears in the Latest Issue of Arts & Crafts Homes Magazine. Hamden, CT -- If you haven't picked up the latest issue of Arts & Crafts Homes Magazine, you're in for a pleasant surprise. In the Winter 2014 issue of the national magazine, local award-winning construction company, Litchfield Builders, has their work prominently featured as the "Perfect Kitchen for a Pottery Collector".

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling | Sustainability

3 Sustainable Building Practices You Can’t Ignore

By: Kevin Ahern
October 23rd, 2013

In the modern commercial construction industry there is a major focus on sustainability. The benefits of this focus can be seen on three fronts: economic, environmental, and social. While there are dozens of methods that can be applied, there are three important sustainable building practices that should not be ignored.

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Residential | Residential Remodeling | Seasonal | Industry Knowledge

The Best Ideas for Fall Home Remodeling in Connecticut

By: Kevin Ahern
October 16th, 2013

Though the weather may be getting cooler, fall remains a popular period for residential remodeling.

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Commercial | Commercial Remodeling | General Contractors | Residential | Residential Remodeling | Industry Knowledge

4 Reasons to be Wary of Low Contractor Bids

By: Kevin Ahern
October 2nd, 2013

“Construction firms often make unrealistically low bids to get jobs… but they can count on finding plenty of reasons later to jack the price up enough to allow for a profit. When the building is underway, it becomes prohibitively expensive to fire the contractor and start anew. The owner has become a hostage.” - Wall Street Journal, December 5th, 2007

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Bathroom Remodeling | Residential | Residential Remodeling

Bathroom Remodeling: Why Put a Bathtub in the Shower?

By: Kevin Ahern
September 25th, 2013

In a recent article on Houzz, Vancouver based general contractor, John Whipple, discussed the emergence of an interesting new trend in bathroom remodeling -- installing tubs in showers. This unusual take on the traditional bathroom renovation can save space and the hassles of clean-up and water damage among many other things.

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Commercial

When Should You Consider Commercial Remodeling?

By: Kevin Ahern
September 6th, 2013

How do you know when it's time to remodel your business? Business owners everywhere struggle with this question.

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