Shirley, NY
Home renovations in Shirley, NY
Ranches, capes and high ranches near the water. We fix roofs, decks, floors and walls, and take on full rooms, with a written price first.
- Fully insured
What Shirley homes usually need
Shirley has lots of ranches, capes and high ranches, many of them close to the bay. Weather and time wear on them in the same few places.
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Roof leaks and water stains
Wind-driven rain off the water finds loose shingles and old flashing, and a stain shows up on the ceiling.
We repair the roof, then fix and repaint the damaged ceiling.
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Decks that have weathered
Gray boards, loose railings and soft spots near the stairs.
We check the framing and repair or replace boards, rails and steps.
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Flooring that's past its prime
Old carpet and tile that's cracked or lifting, especially in homes that see some damp.
Water-resistant vinyl plank laid flat on a prepped subfloor.
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Small houses that need more space
Capes with unused upstairs space and ranches with a crowded layout.
We frame, sheetrock and finish attic rooms and rework layouts.
What we do in Shirley
Inside and out: roofing repairs, decks, sheetrock, paint, trim, tile and floors. One crew and one written price for all of it.
Projects we do in Shirley
These are the jobs we're asked to do most in Shirley.
- Roof leak repairs and ceiling stain fixes
- Deck repairs, new boards and railings
- Vinyl plank flooring
- Power washing siding and decks
- Finishing a cape's upstairs space
- Sheetrock repair and painting
- Bathroom tile updates
- Replacement windows
Working in Shirley
Shirley is a South Shore community in the Town of Brookhaven, near Smith Point and the bridge over to Fire Island. It’s southeast of our base in Medford, so it’s an easy drive for our crew. We work on roofs, decks, floors and full rooms here.
Most of the houses are ranches, capes and high ranches, with some older cottages and bungalows closer to the water. Many are modest, well-used homes. Their owners want them to hold up to the weather and to feel updated inside without a lot of fuss.
Weather off the water
Being close to the bay and the ocean means wind, salt air and driving rain. That’s hard on roofs, decks and siding. A small leak at a shingle or around a vent can show up as a brown ring on a bedroom ceiling. We fix the roof first, then repair the ceiling: cut out soft sheetrock if needed, patch, seal the stain and repaint.
Decks take a beating too. We check the posts, beams and joists underneath before we talk about new boards. If the frame is solid, new decking, railings and a power wash can bring it back. If it’s not, we’ll tell you plainly and price out a rebuild.
Floors and damp
Homes near the water often have some damp, especially on slabs and lower levels. Carpet and laminate don’t hold up well there. Vinyl plank flooring is water resistant and comfortable underfoot, and tile works well in baths and entries. We prep the floor so it’s flat before anything goes down.
More room in a cape
Many capes have space upstairs that was never finished. We can frame knee walls, put up sheetrock, add trim and doors and lay flooring so it becomes a real bedroom or office. Check with the Town of Brookhaven building department before you start, since new living space usually needs a permit.
Getting ready for storm season
A quick look at the roof, deck and siding before the weather turns can save a bigger repair later. We check for loose or missing shingles, lifted flashing around chimneys and vents, soft deck boards and loose railings. Power washing the siding and deck clears off mildew and grime so you can see what’s going on underneath. If something needs fixing, we’ll show you and put it in a written price. If it’s in good shape, we’ll say so. Either way, you’ll know where things stand before the wind and rain come through.
Your price
What we find on the roof or under the deck, the materials you choose and the size of the job all affect the price. You get a written, itemized price with a start date and how long the job will take before any work starts. Call 631-745-9982.
Shirley renovation questions
Is Shirley in your service area?
Yes. Shirley is southeast of our base in Medford, an easy drive, and well inside the area we cover.
I have a stain on my ceiling after a storm. What should I do?
Call us soon, before the water does more damage. We find where it's getting in, repair the roof or flashing, then fix the ceiling and repaint it so the stain doesn't bleed through.
Who handles permits in Shirley?
Shirley is in the Town of Brookhaven. For bigger work like a new deck or new framing, check with the Town of Brookhaven building department.
What flooring holds up in a house near the water?
Vinyl plank is a good choice for a lot of homes near the bay. It handles damp much better than carpet or laminate. In bathrooms and entries, tile is another solid option.
Get your price for your Shirley project.
Tell us what's going on. If there's a leak or a deck problem, photos help us see it before we come out.
631-745-9982- Price in writing before any work starts.
- One crew from start to finish.
- Fully insured