You’re not moving. Not with interest rates where they are, and not when your home sits in one of Nassau County’s most desirable neighborhoods. You just need it to work better—more space, better flow, updated systems, finishes that match how you actually live.
That’s what a whole house renovation does. It takes what you already have and rebuilds it into something that fits your life now. First-floor layouts get opened up. Kitchens and bathrooms get gutted and redone. Dormers add space without adding on. Extensions create room where there wasn’t any.
You get the home you want without starting over. And in Manhasset, where property values continue climbing and inventory stays tight, that’s not just convenient—it’s smart.
Ray Coleman Home Improvement has been handling large-scale residential projects across Nassau and Suffolk Counties for decades. Ray’s on every job site, every day. Not just at the start or when something goes wrong—daily.
We’re a general contractor that specializes in the kind of work most homeowners in Manhasset are looking for: full renovations, kitchen and bath remodels, first-floor overhauls, extensions, and dormers. We also handle emergency calls—frozen pipes at 3 AM, water damage, whatever comes up during a Long Island winter.
You’ll reach a real person when you call. Your job site gets cleaned at the end of every day. And if something needs attention after hours, we’re available. That’s how we’ve built this business—one referral at a time.
First, we walk through your home and talk through what you want to change. Ray’s there for that conversation—not a sales rep. We discuss scope, budget, timeline, and whether permits are needed. Many of the projects we take on don’t require permits, which keeps things moving faster.
Once we agree on the plan, we handle design coordination, material selection, and scheduling. Our crews show up on time, work clean, and communicate throughout the day. Ray’s on site daily to manage progress and handle any decisions that come up.
At the end of each day, the site gets cleaned. At the end of each phase, we walk through together. And when the job’s done, we do a final walkthrough to make sure everything’s right. Then we stay available—if something needs adjusting or an issue comes up later, you can still reach us.
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A whole house renovation typically covers your kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, walls, ceilings, lighting, and sometimes structural changes like removing walls or adding space. We also handle plumbing and electrical updates, which often need attention in older Manhasset homes.
If you’re adding a dormer or extension, that’s part of the scope too. Same with first-floor reconfigurations—opening up a kitchen to the dining room, adding a powder room, or creating a primary suite on the main level. These are common requests in this area, where homeowners want modern layouts without losing the character of their property.
In Manhasset, where the median home value sits around $1.4 million and appreciation has outpaced 96% of the country over the last decade, homeowners are investing in renovations that improve livability and protect long-term value. That means quality materials, skilled labor, and a contractor who’s not going to disappear halfway through. We’ve seen too many projects go sideways because the contractor stopped answering calls or left the job site a mess. That’s not how we work.
It depends on the scope. A full gut renovation with kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, and structural changes typically takes three to six months. If you’re adding an extension or dormer, expect closer to six months or more.
Timeline also depends on whether permits are required. Some projects move faster without them. Weather can affect exterior work during winter months, especially on Long Island where frozen ground and snow can delay foundation or roofing tasks.
We give you a realistic timeline upfront and update you throughout. Ray’s on site daily, so if something’s running behind or ahead of schedule, you’ll know right away. No surprises, no disappearing for weeks at a time.
Most homeowners do, but it’s not always comfortable. If we’re renovating your kitchen and one bathroom, you’ll need a temporary setup for cooking and bathing. If we’re doing a first-floor overhaul, you’ll be living upstairs with noise and dust during the day.
We keep job sites as clean as possible and contain work areas with plastic barriers when needed. Crews clean up at the end of every day, so you’re not walking through a construction zone at night. Some clients choose to stay with family or rent a short-term place during the heavy demo phase, then move back in once things settle.
It’s your call. We’ll walk you through what to expect based on the specific work we’re doing, so you can decide what makes sense for your family.
Bathroom renovations typically return 70-80% of the cost when you sell. Kitchen remodels are similar. Full house renovations are harder to calculate because you’re improving the entire property, but in a market like Manhasset—where homes appreciated nearly 12% in the last year alone—you’re protecting and enhancing an already valuable asset.
More importantly, you’re making your home livable for the next 10-20 years without the cost and hassle of moving. With mortgage rates still above 6.5%, staying put and renovating often makes more financial sense than buying something new at a higher rate.
The real return is in how you use the space. If your kitchen’s outdated, your bathrooms are cramped, and your layout doesn’t work, you’re living in a home that fights you every day. A renovation fixes that.
Yes, when they’re required. But many of the projects we take on don’t need permits—things like interior remodels, finish work, and non-structural updates. That’s actually one of our specialties. We know what requires approval and what doesn’t, so we can keep your project moving without unnecessary delays.
When permits are needed—like for extensions, dormers, or major structural changes—we handle the application process and coordinate inspections. We’ve worked in Nassau County long enough to know the local requirements and how to get things approved without back-and-forth.
If you’re not sure whether your project needs permits, we’ll tell you during the initial walkthrough. No guessing, no surprises later.
Ray’s on site every day, so issues get caught and handled quickly. If we open up a wall and find old plumbing that needs replacing, we’ll show you, explain the options, and give you a price before moving forward. No hidden charges, no “we’ll figure it out later.”
If there’s an emergency—like a pipe bursts or water damage shows up—we’re available 24/7. Ray’s answered calls at 3 AM for frozen pipes in the middle of winter. That’s part of the service, especially during Long Island’s harsh cold months when things can go wrong fast.
We also work directly with insurance companies if damage is involved. We’ve handled plenty of claims and know how to document everything so you’re covered. The goal is to keep the project moving and keep you informed, not leave you guessing.
Because Ray answers the phone. Because he’s on your job site every single day. Because the crews keep the place clean and show up when they say they will. And because we specialize in exactly the kind of large-scale residential work you’re planning—whole house renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, extensions, dormers.
We’re not the cheapest option, and we don’t try to be. You’re hiring a general contractor who’s going to be there from start to finish, not someone who takes your deposit and disappears for three weeks. You’re getting decades of experience working on high-end homes in Nassau County, where expectations are high and shortcuts don’t fly.
If you want a contractor who treats your $1.4 million Manhasset home like it matters, who keeps you in the loop, and who’ll pick up the phone at 3 AM if your pipes freeze—that’s us. Call Ray, walk through the project, and decide if it’s a fit.
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