You’re not looking for another contractor who disappears halfway through the job. You need someone who shows up every single day, keeps the site clean, and finishes on time without surprise charges eating into your budget.
That’s what happens when the owner is actually there working alongside the crew. Ray Coleman has been doing this for over 50 years, and he’s on every job site in Garden City and across Nassau County. Not just stopping by—actually working.
Your kitchen remodel doesn’t drag into month four. Your bathroom renovation doesn’t turn into a dust-covered disaster zone. The crews show up when they say they will, the work gets done right, and when you call with a question or an emergency at three in the morning because a pipe burst, someone picks up the phone.
Ray Coleman Home Improvement has been handling large-scale renovations in Garden City and throughout Nassau County for over five decades. That longevity isn’t luck—it’s what happens when you treat every project like it’s your own home and every client like they’re family.
Ray works alongside his son, and they’re both on your job site. Not managing from an office. Not sending someone else to check in. They’re there doing the work, making decisions in real time, and making sure everything stays on track.
Garden City homeowners deal with frozen pipes every winter when temperatures drop below 20 degrees. They’re navigating a competitive market where the median home price hit $820,000 last year. They want contractors who understand the local climate, the local standards, and what it actually takes to deliver a renovation that adds real value to a home in Nassau County.
You call or text, and someone answers. Not a voicemail. Not an automated system. Ray or his son picks up, and you schedule a time for us to come see the project in person.
We walk through your home, listen to what you want, and give you a free estimate that breaks down the timeline and the costs. No hidden fees. No vague “we’ll figure it out later” language. You know what you’re paying and when the work will be done.
Once you’re ready to move forward, Ray maps out the project schedule and assigns the crew. He’s there every day the work is happening—managing the details, keeping the site clean, and making sure the job stays on budget. If something comes up, you’re not waiting three days for a callback. You text or call, and you get an answer.
When the work is finished, the site is clean, the project is complete, and you’re not dealing with a punch list that drags on for weeks. The job is done right the first time.
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Ray Coleman Home Improvement specializes in the projects that actually transform how you live in your home. Kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, first-floor renovations, dormers, extensions, and whole house transformations. These aren’t small patch jobs—they’re large-scale projects that require experience, coordination, and someone who knows how to manage every moving part.
In Garden City and across Nassau County, buyers are looking for turnkey, move-in-ready homes. They want modern kitchens, updated bathrooms, new flooring, and systems that work without needing immediate attention. If you’re planning to sell, a professionally executed renovation makes your home stand out in a market where inventory is limited and competition is fierce.
If you’re staying, you’re investing in a space that actually works for how you live. Standard construction in Nassau County runs between $150 and $210 per square foot, with premium finishes pushing that to $270 or more. We keep projects within budget by managing costs in real time, not after the bills start piling up.
And when winter hits and a pipe freezes at three in the morning, you’re not scrambling to find someone who’ll actually show up. Ray Coleman Home Improvement offers emergency services because frozen pipes don’t wait for business hours, and neither should your contractor.
You don’t, unless the owner is on-site every day managing the work. Most contractors juggle multiple jobs, which means your project gets delayed every time they prioritize someone else’s. Ray Coleman is on every job site personally, working alongside the crew and keeping the timeline on track.
He sets the schedule at the start, breaks down each phase of the work, and manages the project day by day so nothing stalls out. If something comes up that could cause a delay, you hear about it immediately—not two weeks later when you’re wondering why no one’s shown up.
Over 50 years in business means we’ve seen every possible scenario that can slow down a renovation. We plan for the variables, keep materials ordered ahead of time, and make sure the crew has what they need to keep moving. Your kitchen remodel or bathroom renovation doesn’t drag on for months because someone forgot to order cabinets or couldn’t get a plumber scheduled.
Standard construction in Nassau County runs between $150 and $210 per square foot. Premium finishes push that range to $210 to $270, and luxury projects can hit $330 per square foot depending on materials and scope.
A full kitchen remodel in Garden City typically involves new cabinets, countertops, flooring, lighting, and appliances. Depending on the size and finishes, you’re looking at a significant investment—but one that pays off if you’re planning to sell or just want a kitchen that actually functions for how you cook and entertain.
Bathroom renovations vary based on whether you’re updating fixtures and finishes or reconfiguring the layout entirely. We provide a detailed estimate upfront so you know exactly what you’re paying for and where your money is going. No surprise charges halfway through the project. No vague line items that balloon into thousands of dollars you weren’t expecting. The budget is set at the start, and the work stays within it.
You check how long they’ve been in business, whether they’re licensed and insured, and whether they actually answer the phone when you call. Ray Coleman Home Improvement has been operating since 1972, holds a Home Improvement Contractors license in Nassau County, and answers every call—before, during, and after the work is done.
Most contractor horror stories start the same way: someone stops responding to calls, the crew stops showing up, or the work gets dragged out while they move on to the next job. Our business model is the opposite. We’re on-site daily, our crews are professional, and the job site gets cleaned up every single day so you’re not living in a construction zone longer than necessary.
Check online reviews and ratings. Ray Coleman Home Improvement has a BuildZoom score of 125, which ranks in the top 1% of over 77,000 licensed contractors in New York. That’s not marketing language—that’s a third-party verification that the work gets done right and clients are satisfied enough to leave positive feedback.
You call Ray Coleman, and we show up. Even at three in the morning. Frozen pipes are one of the most common winter emergencies on Long Island, and when temperatures drop below 20 degrees, pipes can freeze and burst, running four to eight gallons of water per minute and causing tens of thousands of dollars in damage.
Most contractors don’t offer emergency services because it’s inconvenient. We do it because we know what Nassau County winters are like, and we know that waiting until morning to address a burst pipe can mean the difference between a quick repair and a full-scale water damage disaster.
Emergency response isn’t an upsell or an extra service you have to request. It’s part of how we run our business. You’re not left scrambling through Google at two in the morning trying to find someone who’ll actually pick up the phone. You call the same number you’ve been calling throughout your project, and someone answers.
It depends on the scope of the work. If you’re replacing cabinets, countertops, and fixtures without moving plumbing or electrical, you typically don’t need permits. If you’re reconfiguring the layout, moving walls, or upgrading electrical and plumbing systems, permits are required.
Ray Coleman Home Improvement handles projects that don’t require permits as well as those that do, but our preference is for jobs where permitting isn’t a factor—it keeps timelines shorter and costs lower. That said, if your project does require permits, we know the local requirements and can walk you through what’s needed.
Garden City and Nassau County have specific building codes, and working with a licensed contractor who’s been operating locally for over 50 years means you’re not dealing with someone who’s guessing at the rules. We know what’s required, what inspectors look for, and how to keep the project moving without unnecessary delays or failed inspections.
Because Ray Coleman is on-site managing them every day. You’re not dealing with subcontractors who show up whenever they feel like it or crews that leave your home a mess at the end of the day. The job site gets cleaned up daily, the crew is professional, and if there’s ever an issue, Ray is right there to address it immediately.
Homeowners in Garden City are letting contractors into their homes for weeks or even months during a renovation. You need to trust that the people working in your space are respectful, reliable, and not going to turn your house into a chaotic disaster. That trust comes from working with a family business that’s been in the community for decades and treats every project like it’s their own home.
Ray works alongside his son, and they both take personal accountability for how the job is managed and how the crew conducts themselves. You’re not a number on a schedule. You’re a client who deserves professional service, clear communication, and a finished project you’re actually proud of.
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