Real costs, timelines, and lessons from Connecticut job sites — written to help you plan your project with confidence.
Accessory Dwelling Units are one of the smartest investments a Connecticut homeowner can make — if you know how to navigate the zoning, permits, and financing. Here’s what you need to know.
Most contractors lose 15-20 hours a week to paperwork, emails, and admin. Here’s how AI is changing that — and what it looks like in a real Connecticut contracting business.
Connecticut’s ADU laws have changed dramatically in recent years, opening the door for homeowners to add an in-law apartment or accessory dwelling unit on their property. Here’s what you need to know — and why an ADU could be one of the smartest investments you make for your family.
If you have been dreaming of tearing down that wall between your cramped kitchen and the adjacent family room, you are not alone. The combined kitchen and great room addition has become one of the most sought-after projects among Connecticut homeowners, especially in...
Two kitchen remodels by Lagace Construction — including a stunning 1920s home in Manchester, CT — were featured on Kelly-Fradet’s website. See the details and what went into each project.
Mudroom Addition Connecticut winters are famous for two things: beauty and mess. From early October through March, homeowners across Tolland, Ellington, Vernon, Stafford, Coventry, and Mansfield track in snow, mud, and salt with every trip through the front door. A...
In-Law Suite Connecticut homeowners in eastern towns like Tolland, Ellington, Vernon, Stafford, Coventry, and Mansfield are increasingly turning to in-law suite additions as a practical solution for multi-generational living. Whether you are accommodating aging...
Sunroom Addition Connecticut Homeowner Guide · Construction Thinking about adding a sunroom to your Connecticut home? Here’s a realistic breakdown of what it actually costs — plus what drives prices up or down in our region. A sunroom addition is one of the most...
Homeowners in West Hartford, Farmington, South Windsor, Glastonbury, Mansfield, and Cromwell are discovering the power of ADUs. Here’s what Central Connecticut homeowners need to know about building an accessory dwelling unit.
In-Law Suite If you are searching for the cheapest way to build a mother-in-law suite, you already know the headline numbers feel overwhelming. Quotes ranging from $80,000 to $300,000 can make the whole project feel out of reach. But the reality in towns like Tolland,...
