General Contractor in Central Islip, NY

Your Project Done Right, On Time

Licensed local general contractor delivering quality construction and home improvement services throughout Central Islip.

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Central Islip Construction Services

What You Get When It's Done Right

Your home becomes the space you actually want to live in. No more staring at that outdated kitchen or dealing with that cramped bathroom. No more putting off the addition because you’re worried about finding someone reliable.

When your project is handled by experienced professionals, you skip the headaches that come with fly-by-night contractors. Your timeline is realistic and respected. Your budget stays where you agreed it would stay.

You get quality work that adds real value to your property. Work that you’re proud to show neighbors and friends. Most importantly, you get your life back instead of living in construction chaos for months on end.

Trusted Central Islip Contractor

We Know Central Islip Construction

Rich’s Construction has been serving Central Islip homeowners for years, building a reputation on straightforward communication and quality work. We’re licensed, insured, and local – which means when you call, you get someone who knows Long Island building codes and actually shows up.

We’ve handled everything from kitchen renovations to full home additions right here in Central Islip. Our clients are your neighbors, and our work speaks for itself.

You won’t find us chasing jobs across three states. Central Islip is our community, and we treat every project like it’s our own home.

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Our Construction Process

Here's How Your Project Actually Happens

First, we come to your property for a real consultation – not a sales pitch. We listen to what you want, assess what’s realistic, and give you honest feedback about timeline and budget.

Next, you get a detailed written estimate that breaks down materials, labor, and timeline. No vague line items or surprise costs later. If something changes during the project, we discuss it before moving forward.

Once work begins, we show up when we say we will. We keep the job site clean and communicate regularly about progress. Most importantly, we handle permits and inspections so you don’t have to navigate Suffolk County bureaucracy.

When we’re done, we walk through everything with you to make sure it meets your expectations. Then we clean up completely – not just sweep the big pieces into a corner.

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What's Included In Our Service

You get a full-service general contractor who handles everything from permits to cleanup. Kitchen and bathroom renovations, home additions, basement finishing, roofing, siding, and general home improvements.

We coordinate all the moving pieces – plumbing, electrical, inspections – so you deal with one point of contact instead of juggling multiple contractors. Our team includes trusted subcontractors we’ve worked with for years.

Central Islip properties have their quirks, especially the older homes. We know how to work with existing structures and understand local requirements. Whether it’s dealing with Suffolk County permits or working around Long Island’s unique soil conditions, we’ve handled it before.

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Timeline depends on project scope and permit requirements, but most kitchen renovations take 3-4 weeks, bathrooms take 2-3 weeks, and additions can take 2-4 months. We give you realistic timelines upfront based on actual experience, not best-case scenarios. Weather, permit delays, and change orders can affect timing, but we communicate any delays immediately and adjust schedules accordingly. The key is setting proper expectations from the start rather than promising unrealistic completion dates.
Yes, we handle all permit applications and coordinate inspections with Suffolk County. This includes pulling building permits, scheduling required inspections, and ensuring everything meets local building codes. We know Central Islip’s specific requirements and have established relationships with local inspectors. You don’t need to navigate the permit process yourself or worry about compliance issues. We build permit costs into your estimate upfront so there are no surprises.
Problems happen in construction – it’s how they’re handled that matters. We address issues immediately and communicate with you before making any changes that affect cost or timeline. If we discover something unexpected like old wiring or plumbing issues, we stop work, explain the situation, and provide options with clear pricing. No work continues until you approve any changes. We document everything in writing so everyone stays on the same page throughout the project.
We provide detailed written estimates that break down materials, labor, permits, and timeline for each phase of work. Pricing is based on actual project requirements, not generic square footage calculations. We include a reasonable contingency for unexpected issues rather than lowballing the estimate and hitting you with change orders later. Payment schedules are tied to project milestones, never large amounts upfront. You know exactly what you’re paying for before work begins.
Yes, we’re fully licensed as a general contractor in New York State and carry comprehensive liability insurance plus workers compensation coverage. We can provide proof of insurance and licensing before starting any project. This protects you from liability if someone gets injured on your property and ensures the work meets professional standards. We also pull proper permits for all work requiring them, which protects your investment and ensures compliance with local building codes.
Absolutely. We can provide references from recent Central Islip projects similar to yours, along with photos of completed work. Our clients are your neighbors, and most of our new business comes from referrals. We’re happy to connect you with previous clients who can speak to our work quality, communication, and reliability. You can also see examples of our completed projects to get a sense of our craftsmanship and attention to detail before making your decision.