You stop fighting for counter space every time you cook dinner. Cabinets that used to fall apart now close smoothly and hold what you need them to hold. The layout makes sense for how you move through the space, whether you’re prepping meals alone or hosting family gatherings.
A functional kitchen remodel doesn’t just look better. It saves you time during the week and makes entertaining less stressful on weekends. You’re not embarrassed when guests walk in, and you’re not constantly working around design mistakes someone made decades ago.
This is what happens when a kitchen renovation is done right—when the contractor understands Long Island homes, knows how to navigate Nassau County permitting, and builds spaces that hold up to real daily use. Your kitchen becomes the part of your home that works with you, not against you.
Ray Coleman Home Improvement has been serving homeowners across Nassau and Suffolk County for over five decades. We’re a family-owned general contracting business that specializes in large-scale kitchen and bathroom remodels, first-floor renovations, and home extensions.
Most of our work comes from referrals. Homeowners call us back for second, third, and fourth projects because we answer the phone, show up when we say we will, and keep job sites clean. We’ve handled everything from frozen pipe emergencies at 3 a.m. to full kitchen tear-outs in older Massapequa homes that needed updated layouts and modern functionality.
We know the local building codes, the permitting process in Nassau County, and what it takes to renovate kitchens in homes built decades ago. You’re working with a team that’s seen it all and knows how to handle the challenges that come with older Long Island properties.
It starts with a free in-home design consultation. We walk through your current kitchen, talk about what’s not working, and discuss what you want the finished space to look like. This isn’t a sales pitch—it’s a conversation about your goals, your budget, and whether the project makes sense.
From there, we create a customized design plan that addresses layout, storage, appliances, and finishes. We handle all necessary permits with the town, which is required for plumbing, electrical, and structural work in most Long Island municipalities. You don’t deal with that headache.
Once permits are approved, we manage the build-out from demolition to final finishes. Most kitchen renovations take six to ten weeks, depending on the scope. You can stay in your home during construction—we work to minimize disruption, clean up at the end of each day, and keep the project moving on schedule. When we’re done, you have a kitchen that functions the way you need it to.
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A complete kitchen remodel includes design consultation, layout planning, demolition of existing cabinets and countertops, and installation of new cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and lighting. We handle plumbing and electrical work, including relocating fixtures if your new layout requires it. All permits are pulled and inspections are scheduled as needed.
In Massapequa and across Nassau County, wood cabinets are becoming the top choice for homeowners in 2026—medium and light wood tones are replacing the all-white kitchens that dominated the last decade. We’re also seeing more requests for aging-in-place features, like lower countertops, pull-out shelving, and accessible storage solutions that make kitchens easier to use long-term.
Most full kitchen remodels on Long Island range from $25,000 to $75,000, depending on the size of the space and the materials you choose. Budget renovations start around $23,500, mid-grade projects average $36,000, and high-end remodels can reach $72,500 or more. We include a realistic budget with a 15-20% contingency for unexpected issues—because older homes often reveal surprises once walls are opened up.
Most kitchen renovations are completed in six to ten weeks. That timeline includes demolition, rough plumbing and electrical work, installation of cabinets and countertops, flooring, and final finishes like backsplash and lighting.
The actual duration depends on the scope of your project. A simple cabinet and countertop replacement with no layout changes can be done faster. A full gut renovation that involves moving plumbing, adding an island, or reconfiguring the layout will take longer.
Permitting can add time to the front end of the project. Most towns in Nassau County require permits for electrical, plumbing, and structural work, and approval can take one to three weeks depending on the municipality. We handle that process so you don’t have to, and we don’t start demo until permits are in hand.
Yes. Most homeowners stay in their homes during kitchen remodels, and we work to make that as manageable as possible.
You won’t have full use of your kitchen during construction, so plan on using a microwave, toaster oven, or outdoor grill for meals. Some homeowners set up a temporary kitchenette in another room with a mini fridge and coffee maker. It’s inconvenient, but it’s temporary.
We keep the job site as clean as possible and contain dust with plastic barriers when needed. At the end of each day, we sweep up and remove debris so your home isn’t left in chaos. Most of the loud, messy work—demo, plumbing, electrical—happens in the first two weeks. After that, it’s mostly installation and finishing work.
Most kitchen remodels require permits for plumbing, electrical, and structural work. If you’re moving a sink, adding new outlets, or removing a wall, you’ll need permits from your local building department.
The permitting process varies slightly by town, but generally involves submitting plans, paying fees, and waiting for approval before work begins. Inspections are required at different stages—rough plumbing and electrical before walls are closed up, and final inspections before the project is complete.
We handle all of that. Permitting can be a hassle if you don’t know the local codes or what the building department expects, and mistakes can delay your project by weeks. We’ve been working in Nassau County for over 50 years, so we know what’s required and how to get approvals without unnecessary back-and-forth.
For a typical 120-square-foot kitchen, a full remodel on Long Island ranges from $23,500 to $102,500, depending on materials, layout changes, and finishes. Budget renovations start around $23,500, mid-grade projects average $36,000, and high-end remodels with custom cabinetry and premium countertops can exceed $72,500.
Several factors affect cost. Custom cabinets cost more than stock options. Quartz and granite countertops are pricier than laminate. If you’re changing the layout and moving plumbing or electrical, that adds labor and materials. Older homes sometimes reveal issues once demo starts—outdated wiring, plumbing that needs replacing, or structural repairs—which is why we recommend budgeting a 15-20% contingency.
The cheapest bid usually means corners will be cut somewhere. You want a contractor who’s licensed, insured, and experienced with Long Island building codes. A kitchen remodel is a significant investment, and doing it right the first time costs less than fixing mistakes later.
Kitchen remodels offer one of the highest returns on investment in the Long Island housing market. A well-executed kitchen renovation can recoup 60-80% of the cost when you sell your home, and in some cases, even more if the rest of the house is updated.
But ROI isn’t just about resale value. A functional, modern kitchen makes daily life easier and more enjoyable. You’re not fighting for counter space, dealing with broken cabinets, or working around a layout that doesn’t make sense. If you’re planning to stay in your home for several more years, the value is in how the space improves your quality of life right now.
Buyers notice kitchens. An outdated kitchen can be a dealbreaker, while a recently remodeled one can be the reason someone makes an offer. Even if you’re not selling anytime soon, a kitchen renovation is one of the few home improvements that pays you back both in comfort and in equity.
We provide a free in-home design consultation as part of our process. We’ll walk through your current kitchen, discuss what’s not working, and create a customized design plan that addresses layout, storage, and functionality.
For most projects, that’s enough. We’ve been remodeling kitchens for over 50 years, and we know what works in Long Island homes—how to maximize space in smaller kitchens, where to add storage, and how to improve workflow between the sink, stove, and refrigerator.
If you want a more detailed design with custom renderings or you’re working with an interior designer, we can collaborate with them. But you don’t need to hire a separate designer unless you want to. Our goal is to create a kitchen that works for how you live, and we handle that from consultation through final installation.
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