Best Brooklyn Contractors for Personalized Renovations

We get it—home renovations can be surprisingly tricky to navigate, and the borough of Brooklyn doesn't always make it easy. Many homes here hail from the 19th and early 20th centuries, bringing unique charms and quirks along the way. If you have newer construction, chances are there are complications that come with a condo association. But you don't have to go through the ups and downs of Brooklyn home renovation alone.

Your Brooklyn general contractor isn’t the only person in your corner. Every homeowner receives a Project Planner, acting as both your supportive sounding board and mentor throughout the process. Want an expert’s opinion about which Brooklyn contractor’s bid best serves your needs? Perhaps you’d appreciate having someone comb through the contract’s fine print to bring your attention to points needing further clarification. 

Our Project Planners are here to work for you—not your general contractor—to help you make smart decisions for your Brooklyn home.

You may have a good eye and know what you do (and don’t like), but do you know how a particular subway tile pattern impacts perceived ceiling height in a small bathroom? Or which materials best mask fingerprints and minor etching on a dark countertop surface? Don’t worry if the answers are no—Block Renovation design services have helped countless Brooklyn homeowners establish a clear direction for their next major remodel. 

Services we offer include:

• 1-on-1 consultations - Our experienced interior designers will get to know your aspirations and provide poignant, targeted advice. 

• Draft 2D plans - Valuable tools will prove essential if you’re filing permits, talking to co-op boards, or collaborating with your Brooklyn contractor to reconfigure your home. 

• Bring your vision to life with 3D renderings - See exactly how different design changes will impact the aesthetic of your living quarters. Not only does this make sure everyone is on the same page—you, your designer, and your general contractor—but it prevents you from signing off on a renovation you may later regret. 

Much like our Brooklyn general contractors, our designers are all licensed, experienced pros who specialize in Brooklyn homes. Better still, Block Renovation will pair you with the designer that best aligns to your personal tastes, defined through our helpful free Renovation Studio and talks with your Project Planner.

Every remodeling project, large or small, sparks from a singular moment. It might be the sudden clarity that a damp basement is no longer tolerable, or perhaps, the compelling urge for a new aesthetic that feels perfectly you. To help you gain clarity and direction for future home makeovers, Block Renovation has designed multiple free online tools. 

Kitchen Remodel Visualizer - Curious to see how gray Shaker cabinets would transform your Brooklyn galley kitchen? Or how stainless steel appliances would integrate with your current layout? Upload your kitchen images to our Kitchen Remodel Visualizer to discover the possibilities.

Bathroom Remodel Visualizer - You may have always dreamed of soaking in a deep tub each day, but how would it look if it were added to your current bathroom? This tool helps illuminate such answers with a few easy clicks.

Paint Color Picker - At some point, we’ve all sat in our Brooklyn living room and thought, “I wonder how this room would look if the walls were two shades darker, or perhaps a bit more blue.” This free tool from Block Renovation lets you transform pictures of your space to better envision such possibilities.

Renovation Planning Tool - Block Renovation engineered this comprehensive online tool to help you fully prepare for potential Brooklyn renovations, end-to-end. Answer a series of questions to nail down your style preferences, see how your home would look with desired modifications, and learn how specific upgrades would impact your budget.

• NYC.gov's guide to work that requires a permit - All general contractors we invite to bid on Brooklyn home renovations are well-acquainted with local permitting requirements. For a quick overview before you even get started, this NYC.gov article offers helpful examples of when permits are (and aren't) needed.

• Flood Zone NYC - Waterproofing is a smart investment, no matter where you live. However, if you live in a flood zone, taking extra measures to prepare your property can save you money and heartache in the long run. Certain homes in neighborhoods like Clinton Hill, Fort Greene, DUMBO, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard all have increased risk.

• How to Handle Problems with a Condominium’s Board of Managers - This document from the New York State Attorney General details your rights as a Brooklyn homeowner when confronting a difficult condominium Board of Managers. Such insights are helpful to have in your back pocket when talking to an HOA about condo renovations, a process we detail in The Ultimate Guide to NYC Condo and Co-op Board Approval for Renovations.