--- title: Long Island Creative Contracting Blog | Jessica Nutter description: Learn more about home remodeling in Long Island- including remodeling tips, design ideas, and more. image: https://info.liccinc.com/hubfs/Foundation%20Images/Portfolio/17%20Newport%20Beach%20East%20Morcihes/Custom%20kitchen%20design%20with%20shiplap%20wall%20and%20pendant%20lights%20in%20a%20Suffolk%20County%20home%20by%20Long%20Island%20Creative%20Contracting%2c%20Inc.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://info.liccinc.com/blog/author/jessica-nutter#main-content) [![Long Island Creative Contracting Logo](https://info.liccinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foundation%20Images/Foundation%20Elements/Long%20Island%20Creative%20Contracting%20Logo.jpg?width=100&height=100&name=Long%20Island%20Creative%20Contracting%20Logo.jpg)](https://www.liccinc.com) menu close - [Services +](https://www.liccinc.com/services) Show submenu for Services + add - [Home Additions](https://www.liccinc.com/services/home-additions/) - [Whole Home Remodels](https://www.liccinc.com/services/whole-home-renovations/) - [New Homes](https://www.liccinc.com/services/new-home-construction) - [Kitchen Remodels](https://www.liccinc.com/services/kitchen-remodeling/) - [Bathroom Remodels](https://www.liccinc.com/services/bathroom-remodeling/) - [Basement Remodels](https://www.liccinc.com/services/basement-renovations/) - [Custom Decks](https://www.liccinc.com/services/custom-decks) - [Real Estate](https://www.liccinc.com/real-estate) - [Gallery](https://www.liccinc.com/projects/) - [Process](https://www.liccinc.com/our-process) - [About Us](https://www.liccinc.com/about-john-petsco) Show submenu for About Us add - [Careers](https://www.liccinc.com/careers) - [Client Login](https://www.constructiononline.com/profile/LICC/login) - Resources + Show submenu for Resources + add - [Pricing](https://www.liccinc.com/cost-guide) - [Blog](https://info.liccinc.com/blog) - [Contact Us](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLp29k2RLE2vHL3ESKfR48dIMvZqxWftlWADavvBJzdshygz5g18RHGd5L2PJgfaPuYsoS2j7jQMBUUfe9myRdJAlZW%2FIVh9%2FsaCV62CSRdjL9KppZzT7P5%2Bn9hSw90mi2T%2Fs7UbM%2BiBTOtd8aquY%2BpJdEY%2F09mEKucc4yJ9Iq2hnzITI%2F7dS%2FqmDy71QGfTK8%3D&portalId=6990174) - [Services +](https://www.liccinc.com/services) Show submenu for Services + add - [Home Additions](https://www.liccinc.com/services/home-additions/) - [Whole Home Remodels](https://www.liccinc.com/services/whole-home-renovations/) - [New Homes](https://www.liccinc.com/services/new-home-construction) - [Kitchen Remodels](https://www.liccinc.com/services/kitchen-remodeling/) - [Bathroom Remodels](https://www.liccinc.com/services/bathroom-remodeling/) - [Basement Remodels](https://www.liccinc.com/services/basement-renovations/) - [Custom Decks](https://www.liccinc.com/services/custom-decks) - [Real Estate](https://www.liccinc.com/real-estate) - [Gallery](https://www.liccinc.com/projects/) - [Process](https://www.liccinc.com/our-process) - [About Us](https://www.liccinc.com/about-john-petsco) Show submenu for About Us add - [Careers](https://www.liccinc.com/careers) - [Client Login](https://www.constructiononline.com/profile/LICC/login) - Resources + Show submenu for Resources + add - [Pricing](https://www.liccinc.com/cost-guide) - [Blog](https://info.liccinc.com/blog) - [Contact Us](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLp29k2RLE2vHL3ESKfR48dIMvZqxWftlWADavvBJzdshygz5g18RHGd5L2PJgfaPuYsoS2j7jQMBUUfe9myRdJAlZW%2FIVh9%2FsaCV62CSRdjL9KppZzT7P5%2Bn9hSw90mi2T%2Fs7UbM%2BiBTOtd8aquY%2BpJdEY%2F09mEKucc4yJ9Iq2hnzITI%2F7dS%2FqmDy71QGfTK8%3D&portalId=6990174) # Long Island Home Remodeling Tips & Insights ## Remodeling advice and project insights from John and the team at Long Island Creative Contracting, Inc. ## Jessica Nutter: [![How Much Does It Cost to Build a Deck on Long Island? | Long Island Creative Constructing](https://info.liccinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foundation%20Images/Portfolio/15%20Stern%20Drive/Custom-built%20deck%20with%20black%20railings%20and%20panoramic%20water%20views%20in%20Suffolk%20County%2c%20NY%20by%20Long%20Island%20Creative%20Contracting%2c%20Inc.jpg?width=365&name=Custom-built%20deck%20with%20black%20railings%20and%20panoramic%20water%20views%20in%20Suffolk%20County%2c%20NY%20by%20Long%20Island%20Creative%20Contracting%2c%20Inc.jpg)](https://info.liccinc.com/blog/cost-to-build-deck-long-island) ## [How Much Does It Cost to Build a Deck on Long Island?](https://info.liccinc.com/blog/cost-to-build-deck-long-island) Aug. 27, 2025 | [Decks](https://info.liccinc.com/blog/tag/decks) Long Island families love their outdoor space. It’s where summer BBQs, family get-togethers, and quiet mornings with coffee all happen. A deck can completely transform how you enjoy your home. But let’s be honest. 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But before you can start enjoying your personal oasis, you need to ask “How long does it take to build... [Read More double\_arrow](https://info.liccinc.com/blog/how-long-to-build-deck-long-island) [![](https://info.liccinc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Couple%20choosing%20a%20color%20to%20paint%20a%20room%20after%20move%20in.jpeg?width=365&name=Couple%20choosing%20a%20color%20to%20paint%20a%20room%20after%20move%20in.jpeg)](https://info.liccinc.com/blog/top-3-mistakes-homeowners-make-when-painting-their-homes) ## [Top 3 Mistakes Homeowners Make When Painting Their Homes?](https://info.liccinc.com/blog/top-3-mistakes-homeowners-make-when-painting-their-homes) Feb. 16, 2023 Painting is not a task that should be taken lightly. Considering that it takes, time, money, and patience, it’s not a home improvement you will want to repeat yearly. New clients continuously express concerns about their previously painted walls and... 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