Mandolin Rising is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 years of combined hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Problem-solving and great communication ended up being a must with the unexpected surprises our old farmhouse brought. We are grateful for their amazing contributions to our home. Highly recommend."
Laura P on August 2022
Mandolin Rising is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 25 years of combined hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Problem-solving and great communication ended up being a must with the unexpected surprises our old farmhouse brought. We are grateful for their amazing contributions to our home. Highly recommend."
Laura P on August 2022
Foreman Contracting, LLC, veteran owned and operated by Cory Foreman, offers expert remodeling, new construction, and custom builds of decks, patios, pergolas, arbors, and trellises. With 7 years of experience in carpentry and remodeling, Cory is the perfect "Foreman" to handle your projects. Based in Zionsville and servicing Boone, Hamilton, Hendricks, and Marion Counties within a 25-mile radius. Hire the right Foreman for your home improvement needs!
"Cory is doing an amazing job with the rebuilding of our barn better than it was. Couldnâ t ask for anything more. Would definitely recommend."
Alex S on July 2024
Foreman Contracting, LLC, veteran owned and operated by Cory Foreman, offers expert remodeling, new construction, and custom builds of decks, patios, pergolas, arbors, and trellises. With 7 years of experience in carpentry and remodeling, Cory is the perfect "Foreman" to handle your projects. Based in Zionsville and servicing Boone, Hamilton, Hendricks, and Marion Counties within a 25-mile radius. Hire the right Foreman for your home improvement needs!
"Cory is doing an amazing job with the rebuilding of our barn better than it was. Couldnâ t ask for anything more. Would definitely recommend."
Alex S on July 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Jared Watkins does excellent work. We will hire him for future projects. Jared also did a shower install for my parents and he did an awesome job on that as well!"
Karen E on March 2016
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Jared Watkins does excellent work. We will hire him for future projects. Jared also did a shower install for my parents and he did an awesome job on that as well!"
Karen E on March 2016
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I hired M&J Restoration about a month ago for a siding job, They were very informative, knowledgeable and show pride in their work. I couldn't be more happy with the experience they provided for me at a very reasonable price. Best company I have hired yet. And will call them first for any project to come! "
Yolanda D on April 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"I hired M&J Restoration about a month ago for a siding job, They were very informative, knowledgeable and show pride in their work. I couldn't be more happy with the experience they provided for me at a very reasonable price. Best company I have hired yet. And will call them first for any project to come! "
Yolanda D on April 2025
Since 1993, Surroundings by Natureworks+ has been creating unique, custom outdoor and indoor living spaces. From luxurious decks, patios, and pergolas to custom kitchens and spa-like bathrooms. Surroundings by Natureworks+ has been the choice for thousands of homeowners throughout Central Indiana.
"It went really well. They were there when they said they were going to be. They left an accurate time line for how long the job is going to take and completed it within that estimated amount of time. They basically listened to everything I said that I wanted and it came out perfectly and as we expected. We're really happy with them taking what we anted and what we said we wanted and actually making it happen. Our Sales person, Ben Brown, did a really good job leasing between the workers. He's very attentive, listened to everything that we wanted and oversaw the job very well."
Jessica M on October 2022
Since 1993, Surroundings by Natureworks+ has been creating unique, custom outdoor and indoor living spaces. From luxurious decks, patios, and pergolas to custom kitchens and spa-like bathrooms. Surroundings by Natureworks+ has been the choice for thousands of homeowners throughout Central Indiana.
"It went really well. They were there when they said they were going to be. They left an accurate time line for how long the job is going to take and completed it within that estimated amount of time. They basically listened to everything I said that I wanted and it came out perfectly and as we expected. We're really happy with them taking what we anted and what we said we wanted and actually making it happen. Our Sales person, Ben Brown, did a really good job leasing between the workers. He's very attentive, listened to everything that we wanted and oversaw the job very well."
Jessica M on October 2022
Ladd Scape is an award-winning landscape design/ build firm located in Mooresville, Indiana. Our team speacializes in several aspects of outdoor living construction including hardscape, landscape, concrete and design.
"We are beyond pleased with the work that Kevin and his team provided for us. They created a beautiful paver patio with fire pit, a gorgeous boulder and river rock bank, and completed with a matching paver patio and walkway to our pavilion. We had originally planned a retaining wall but when Kevin found that wasn’t structurally feasible he quickly pivoted to the boulders and plantings that are prettier even than the original plan. We now have our perfect backyard oasis! Thanks Kevin @ Laddscape and team!!!"
JILL S on August 2023
Ladd Scape is an award-winning landscape design/ build firm located in Mooresville, Indiana. Our team speacializes in several aspects of outdoor living construction including hardscape, landscape, concrete and design.
"We are beyond pleased with the work that Kevin and his team provided for us. They created a beautiful paver patio with fire pit, a gorgeous boulder and river rock bank, and completed with a matching paver patio and walkway to our pavilion. We had originally planned a retaining wall but when Kevin found that wasn’t structurally feasible he quickly pivoted to the boulders and plantings that are prettier even than the original plan. We now have our perfect backyard oasis! Thanks Kevin @ Laddscape and team!!!"
JILL S on August 2023
At Aventus Builders we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We believe in making our customers dreams come to a reality in every project. We look forward to earning your business! WE SPECIALIZE IN GENERAL REMODELING, KITCHEN AND BATH REMODELS, ADDITIONS, ROOFING AND GUTTERS. CALL US TODAY!!! 317-373-2980
"It was great, and we are so happy with our new addition! It took about a year from hiring them to completion, longer than I hoped but it was worth the wait. There were a few minor bumps along the way, but the crew resolved each issue promptly. The crew leader Saul was so helpful and knowledgeable, answering our many questions and making sure the final product was exactly what we wanted. The bedroom, bathroom and closet are all fantastic and we appreciate the care and attention to detail that went into the work."
Cheryl P on April 2025
At Aventus Builders we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We believe in making our customers dreams come to a reality in every project. We look forward to earning your business! WE SPECIALIZE IN GENERAL REMODELING, KITCHEN AND BATH REMODELS, ADDITIONS, ROOFING AND GUTTERS. CALL US TODAY!!! 317-373-2980
"It was great, and we are so happy with our new addition! It took about a year from hiring them to completion, longer than I hoped but it was worth the wait. There were a few minor bumps along the way, but the crew resolved each issue promptly. The crew leader Saul was so helpful and knowledgeable, answering our many questions and making sure the final product was exactly what we wanted. The bedroom, bathroom and closet are all fantastic and we appreciate the care and attention to detail that went into the work."
Cheryl P on April 2025
I would like to offer my job to everyone that need countertops or remodel, kitchen or bathroom
"Muy excelente trabajo y de lujo y cómodo es recomendado."
rosa G on January 2025
I would like to offer my job to everyone that need countertops or remodel, kitchen or bathroom
"Muy excelente trabajo y de lujo y cómodo es recomendado."
rosa G on January 2025
Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc. is a professional company whose mission is to be the most honest, quality-oriented, full-service remodeling contractor in the northside of Indianapolis. We offer home improvements and remodeling throughout Carmel, Westfield, Noblesville, Fishers, and Zionsville. Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc. specializes in home construction, remodeling, renovation, and improvement in the Indianapolis area. Contact us today at (317) 848-7634.
"We picked Centennial for a number reasons, but the biggest reason was that we needed someone that would help us work with our HOA and the permit office in the city. Someone that was not only competent in the construction process but also could communicate logically to these two entities. After almost 3 months we got the go ahead to start the project. This was a 19 x 12 three-season room on an already existing raised 32 x 12 deck. The finish product was better than we expected. It’s gorgeous and we will be using it for a long time. I got the idea to start this project by seeing a few others going up in the neighborhood. Unlike those projects, which included a dumpster and a porta-potty in the driveway for months, this was not needed with Centennial. Outside of some sub-contractors such as painting, flooring, roofing and electrical, the Centennial team did everything else. Unlike other contractors, they were there every day, the hammering (noise) didn’t start until 9:00 am and they were gone by 5:00 pm, after completely cleaning up the area. Professional is the word I have to use. Brent Ash understands not only the project but also what’s important to his client, and Dave, his site manager is only a phone call or text away. His team members are knowledgeable, hard working and very considerate of the homeowner. The project started the last week of January and had a few interruptions for permit approvals, but was finished by the second week of March. Some of those days were extremely cold, yet except for the permit holds, they were there every day. All the materials used were of high quality. We give Centennial the highest rating for their quality of work and their professionalism."
Dan B on April 2025
Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc. is a professional company whose mission is to be the most honest, quality-oriented, full-service remodeling contractor in the northside of Indianapolis. We offer home improvements and remodeling throughout Carmel, Westfield, Noblesville, Fishers, and Zionsville. Centennial Construction & Remodeling Services, Inc. specializes in home construction, remodeling, renovation, and improvement in the Indianapolis area. Contact us today at (317) 848-7634.
"We picked Centennial for a number reasons, but the biggest reason was that we needed someone that would help us work with our HOA and the permit office in the city. Someone that was not only competent in the construction process but also could communicate logically to these two entities. After almost 3 months we got the go ahead to start the project. This was a 19 x 12 three-season room on an already existing raised 32 x 12 deck. The finish product was better than we expected. It’s gorgeous and we will be using it for a long time. I got the idea to start this project by seeing a few others going up in the neighborhood. Unlike those projects, which included a dumpster and a porta-potty in the driveway for months, this was not needed with Centennial. Outside of some sub-contractors such as painting, flooring, roofing and electrical, the Centennial team did everything else. Unlike other contractors, they were there every day, the hammering (noise) didn’t start until 9:00 am and they were gone by 5:00 pm, after completely cleaning up the area. Professional is the word I have to use. Brent Ash understands not only the project but also what’s important to his client, and Dave, his site manager is only a phone call or text away. His team members are knowledgeable, hard working and very considerate of the homeowner. The project started the last week of January and had a few interruptions for permit approvals, but was finished by the second week of March. Some of those days were extremely cold, yet except for the permit holds, they were there every day. All the materials used were of high quality. We give Centennial the highest rating for their quality of work and their professionalism."
Dan B on April 2025
Converting a garage is worth it because it can significantly increase your home's value while providing additional living space for your family or guests. Adding a bedroom or bathroom enhances your property's appeal to potential buyers, and creating a guest suite or apartment can even generate passive rental income while you still own the house.
A garage conversion can take between two and six weeks for the construction work, depending on the size and complexity of the project. Before construction begins, you need to secure the proper building permits and hire a contractor. Keep in mind that contractors are often in high demand and might schedule several weeks out. If your garage conversion is extensive or involves significant structural changes, the timeline could extend to eight weeks or more. For attached garages, the proximity to your living space may cause some disruption during construction.
To make your garage livable, at a minimum, you need to insulate the walls, add in legally required egress windows, install flooring, put up drywall, and add in air conditioning and heating. If you intend to use the space as a bedroom, office, bathroom, or kitchen, you will need to consider additional electrical and plumbing needs.
A garage conversion counts as living space when it meets certain criteria. The converted garage must be attached to your home and include permanent features like proper insulation, finished walls and ceilings, and adequate ventilation. It should be suitable for year-round living, with heating and cooling systems to maintain comfortable temperatures in all seasons. Meeting these standards allows the converted space to be included in your home's total square footage, potentially increasing its value.
In most cases, you do not need to hire an architect for a garage conversion. An experienced garage conversion contractor usually has the skills to help create your desired design and ensure the project meets building codes. However, if your conversion involves complex structural changes or a large-scale redesign, hiring an architect can be beneficial. An architect can provide detailed plans and oversee the design to maximize space and functionality, ensuring the conversion aligns with your vision and complies with all regulations.