Ben Jackson, of Ben’s General Contracting, once again helped out on the NBC program, “George to the Rescue” on Oct. 27 when he and other members of George’s crew pitched in to create classrooms and a new gym at Spark Elementary School, a school for special needs children in Lindenhurst, New York.  The episode […]

All you have to do is watch the news to understand why the clergy and members of synagogues, churches, mosques, and other houses of worship and their families are very concerned about their safety and security. While these hate attacks are rare, they occur frequently enough to make people fear for their safety when they […]

The Challenge This mixed-use building is a large, three-story apartment building in Woodmere, New York, with retail space on the first floor and residential apartments on the second and third floors. While it was a beautiful old building, its brick façade was deteriorating and the roof was leaking, causing water damage. The owners wanted a […]

UPDATED: For Ben Jackson, co-owner of Ben’s General Contracting, working on renovation of community center for cancer patients for “George to the Rescue” is the most recent of many efforts to help the community. Ben’s General Contracting was featured on “George to the Rescue” show on April 20 & 21, 2019. Watch as we help […]

The construction industry is ever-changing. Major advances in technology, a growing focus on going green and several natural disasters like the wildfires in California and Hurricanes Harvey and Irma all impacted the construction industry in 2017.     Here’s a look at The Top 6 Construction Trends that Ben’s General Contracting Corp. predicts the industry […]

With the temperature quickly dropping and fall coming to an end, now is the perfect time to get your home ready for winter. Investing a little time and money in winterizing now will help keep your home safe and warm during the colder months, as well as saving you money on utility bills. Here are […]

With the price of energy continuing to rise and an increased focus on going green, many companies are starting to look at how to reduce their energy consumption. Each year, 30% of the energy consumed by the average commercial building is wasted energy, according to energystar.gov. Think for a minute about how much money that […]

Does the thought of the stress that goes along with remodeling your home or building a new home make you cringe? If so you’ve probably lived through a stressful construction project or have heard horror stories from someone who has. Fear not! We’ve got you covered with these 7 tips on how to successfully manage […]

Remodeling your existing office space or building a new commercial office space soon? Here are 3 tips on how you can make sure your project is a success: Start Early On and Time Your Project Right The key to ensuring a successful commercial office space construction project is to start planning early on. Designing plans, […]

June 26, 2017, The National Association of Remodeling Industry, NYC/Long Island Chapter announced that our very own CEO, Ben Jackson, has successfully achieved the prestigious Certified Remodeler status. To be a certified remodeler, it is important that you possess extensive knowledge and skills in a broad range of remodeling areas. The certification proves Ben Jackson’s […]

We are proud to announce that Ben’s General Contracting has been recognized for Three Regional Contractor of the Year awards in 2017 from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, including both Commercial and Residential projects. The awards are: Commercial Award (one project) 2017 CotY Award Regional Contractor of the Year Commercial Interior Region 1 […]

Finding the right property to build your commercial space on is crucial to the success of your business. In fact, it is just as important as the products or services you offer. There are many factors to take into consideration before beginning your search. Here are 4 of the most vital things to consider: Location, […]

You have probably heard of modular construction or maybe even seen a modular home being built or transported on the highway. But did you know a modular building is not just for residential projects? More and more companies are turning to modular as a quicker and more cost-effective solution to their commercial construction needs. Customized […]

When designing a floor plan for your new home or even when renovating your home, it is important to take everything into consideration. Here are 3 tips from Ben’s General Contracting Corp.’s design team to help you create a dream home that is beautiful, functional, and will ensure high resale value: Maximize The View Does […]

Nassau County Legislator Steven D. Rhoads held a press conference yesterday along with Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino urging Governor Cuomo to extend the March 1st and September 1st NY deadlines for home elevations that were announced by NY Rising in December 2016. Rhoads explained that “NY Rising is supposed to be helping people […]

With the goal of growing their businesses and supporting job creation, many Long Island, NY small business owners are hopeful about the new Trump administration’s plans to cut taxes and reduce federal regulations. Below are some of the changes that business owners would like to see implemented: Trump has promised to “repeal and replace” the […]

After vote, Ben’s has been selected as the 2016 Contractor Of The Year by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI NYC/LI Chapter), securing both Gold and Silver level honors. Freeport, NY—Ben’s General Contracting has been recognized for three major accomplishments this year by NARI, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry NYC/Long Island […]

Building on a growing portfolio of commercial projects, Ben’s has been selected as the 2016 “Silver Winner” for Commercial Interiors by NARI for the CotY Awards. Here is a project overview and description. Quick Overview: PLS Cash Checking CotY Award 2016 Regional Contractor of the Year Silver Winner Commercial Interior TOTAL PROJECT COST: $359,296.00 Project […]

Louisiana flood victims have a long road until recovery, but local Long Islanders are doing their part to help storm and flood victims. Last week, organizations and individuals from around the Long Island area came together to help. Among them were Ben Jackson and Jennifer Jerome of Ben’s. The supplies, covering everything families need for […]

If you have ever done a home improvement project you know how stressful, time consuming and costly it can be. Often times you are running from store to store to pick out tiles, bringing home and agonizing over countless cabinet and countertop samples, and usually wind up over budget and behind schedule. Fortunately, there is […]

The spacing of helical piles has many definitions across manufacturers, acceptance criteria and codes. The only similarity is all are based on the Diameter of Largest Helix Plate, (DLH as defined in this report). Based on this similarity, we can conclude that helical piles as an end bearing system would naturally cause spacing criteria to […]

What Does It Take To Start A Commercial Job? Business owners are constantly in a rush! Right after you sign the lease, you would like to start making your money back as soon as possible. We get that. In order to do so, there are measures you have to take in order to avoid any […]

When I tell people that I work in the modular home sales department for Ben’s General Contracting Corp., they often look at me with a puzzled look on their faces. Many have never heard of a modular home before. Those who have are usually unclear on exactly what a modular home is. One of the […]

The Challenge Plaza 48, a very busy shopping mall in Long Island City, NY was in dire need of an update. The space which contains several retail shops and restaurants presented a real challenge. The owners made it clear to us that during this shopping center façade renovation, we were to allow access to the […]

IMPORTANT NY RISING UPDATE—OFFICIAL BGC NEWS Attention Long Island and New York homeowners impacted by Hurricane Sandy: As many of you know, New York Rising is funded by HUD through GOSR (Government Office of Storm Recovery). NYR was set up to assist people with damage from 3 storms, the main one being Hurricane Sandy. Now, […]

Freeport, NY—Ben’s General Contracting has excelled yet again by winning the 2015 platinum COTY award for building Burger Bandit in Lynbrook. “This project was very challenging, however we delivered an excellent result,” mentioned Ben Jackson in a recent interview. “The teamwork of our supervisors, the designer, the architect and the owner was a recipe for […]

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) has named Ben Jackson of Ben’s General Contracting the National award winner for his work chairing the Government Affairs Committee, which resulted in the Nassau Home Industry Board being reinstated. Ben’s was previously named Northeast Regional CotY winner in the Commercial Interiors category, and it has also […]

Houzz (www.houzz.com), the leading platform for home remodeling and design, today announced the community’s picks for Best Of Houzz 2015. Annual Survey and Analysis of Community of Over 25 Million Monthly Users Reveals Ben’s Is Among The Top-Rated Home Remodeling Professionals and Designers. Ben’s General Contracting was voted into the prestigious Customer Service category as […]

— FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Ben’s General Contracting of Long Island, NY receives prestigious status as NARI Regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) for Commercial Interiors. The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Names 160 Regional CotY Winners. Each year NARI presents CotY awards to members who have demonstrated outstanding work through their remodeling […]

January 23, 2015 New Headquarters Ribbon Cutting Ceremony  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Joined by staff, local officials and business partners, Ben’s General Contracting formally opened the doors to its new headquarters in Freeport, NY on January 23, 2015. Ben’s just recently received the coveted Contractor Of The Year Award by NARI for its commercial interiors […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Freeport, NY–Ben’s is featured in one of the “region’s most circulated news magazine for Builders, Remodelers, Architects, Designers & Real Estate Professionals.” NARI NYC/LI Partners with Nassau County Consumer Affairs to Reinstate Home Improvement Industry Board NARI’S Government Affairs Committee Chairman Ben Jackson of Ben’s General Contracting Corp. and other chapter members have […]

—After vote, Ben’s receives prestigious “Contractor Of The Year” award in the category of Commercial Interiors— Freeport, NY–Ben’s has been voted the 2014 Contractor Of The Year by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI NYC/LI Chapter). Following an in depth review process, Ben’s was selected as the Silver Winner for excellence in Commercial […]

NYC/LI NARI Government Affairs Committee Chairman Ben Jackson, of Ben’s General Contracting Corp, and other chapter members have worked closely with Nassau County Consumer Affairs Commissioner Madalyn Farley to reinstate the Home Improvement Industry Board, and their efforts have proven successful. One of NARI’s core missions is to encourage ethical conduct, good business practices and […]

Are you planning to build a financial institution or renovate an existing structure? Whether you’re building a commercial bank, credit union or any other type of financial company, financial institutions are considered the backbone of a community. Here are a few financial institution construction tips to keep in mind: Location Consider having a ‘corner store’ […]

If you are planning to build a factory, a shop or even a new addition to an existing facility, hiring the best industrial contractor should be a top priority in your to-do-list. Here are a few tips on how to build a safe and efficient shop or factory: Design Your Workspace for Productivity Albert Einstein […]

The design of a space impacts how people interact, collaborate, meet and do business. It also impacts perceptions of your company formed by visitors and customers. As a result, the quality of an office space can influence everything from productivity to work flow, morale, expense levels, shrink, safety, customer experiences, and accessibility, to name a […]

Whether it’s a large or small veterinary clinic, every pet owner desires to bring his/her pets to a facility that provides extraordinary service. If you are planning to build a veterinarian clinic, you’ll need a building that will complement your business and accommodate pet owners and patients. Veterinary construction contractors suggest the following tips when […]

Are you planning to build a new dental office in Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Merrick, Massapequa or Garden City, New York? Or, a new medical practice office where you can see patients? Building a medical office is one of the biggest professional steps you will ever take. Here are a few helpful tips to help make […]

Are you planning to open a new restaurant, jewelry store, book store, furniture store, clothing store or any type of retail store in New York? Thinking about renovating an existing store location? A general contractor with experience building retail space can help you create a warm and inviting shopping experience for your customers. Here are […]

Victims of the Scaffold Law Ben Jackson, owner of Ben’s General Contracting Corp., shares his perspective about the New York State Scaffold Law and the impact it has had on the local community in this new video. View The Interview By Clicking Below: New York’s “Scaffold Law” holds property owners fully liable in lawsuits for […]

Spotlite Radio Interview 3/22 A March 22, 2014 Spotlite Radio interview with our own Ben Jackson discusses NY Rising and the after effects of Hurricane Sandy. 18 months after the storm, Long Island general contractor Ben Jackson shares his perspectives on the progress being made, the challenges homeowners are still facing, the effects of the […]

At Ben’s General Contracting, we are proud to announce that on Friday, April 4th, 2014, our very own Ben Jackson will be honored, at the Coral House, for his participation in rebuilding the Freeport community after Storm Sandy. Freeport Chamber of Commerce president, Charles Hirschberg, recently commended Ben for working non-stop to help residents rebuild […]

IMPORTANT NY RISING UPDATE FOR LONG ISLAND HOMEOWNERS (Nassau County, North and South Shores) 6 weeks after our first interview, Ben Jackson speaks with LongIslandNY.TV again about updates to the NY Rising program. The full NY Rising video with NY Rising Contractor Ben Jackson can be found here NY Rising has changed their program. They […]

2/2/14 Exit 10 55 TV Interview with Richard Rose: Ben Jackson of Ben’s General Contracting and Robert Kennedy, Mayor of Freeport, discuss NY Rising, news for homeowners, and Sandy Storm recovery. [Watch the full video below] Fourteen months after Storm Sandy, progress is being made for several Sandy victims. Yesterday, Freeport Mayor Robert Kennedy and […]

Today’s Newsday (article by Maura McDermott) talks about Sandy damaged elevated homes and issues surrounding new Fire Sprinkler codes.  According to the article, Long Island homeowners can now receive federal funds (via NY Rising) to help pay for fire sprinkler systems. This follows a New York issued a bulletin that explained that some elevated homes […]

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS BLOG POST IS FROM JANUARY 9, 2014 AND IS CURRENTLY OUT OF DATE. PLEASE CONTACT US AT 516-623-2945 FOR ALL OF THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS ON NY RISING. THANK YOU. Hurricane Sandy, Irene and Lee have had a devastating effect on our community. This came at time that we weren’t all flourishing. […]

After the flooding of Hurricane Sandy and the fear of insurance rates to come, many people are raising their homes. This has developed into a whole new engineering for elevation and flood water relief and sanitary conditions in reference to building. Many different styles of foundations, grade beams, flood vents, pilings, concrete piers, etc., have […]

Energy-Efficient Home Renovations on Long Island In today’s volatile energy market it is important to design additions and renovations to reduce energy consumption to battle sky-high utility bills.  Another concern today is improving indoor air quality.  Building like this can boost the resale value of your home, attracting eco-conscious buyers who are seeking a sustainable […]

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ROI—Maximizing Your Home’s Value: The Ben’s Guide to ROI (return on investment) The home remodeling experience in Long Island is an exciting adventure for homeowners, it is an opportunity to increase your comfort and property value.   On the other hand, the decision to remodel should be approached with careful consideration of the return on investment.  […]

BUDGETING AND PLANNING YOUR WHOLE HOUSE REMODEL Why Plan? Before diving into a whole house remodel, it’s crucial to define your goals clearly. Determine precisely what you want to achieve with the remodel. Define the scope of work and prioritize elements like adding a new bath or other essentials. How to Begin? Understanding your budget […]

THE Ben’s 6 STEP PROCESS TO STARTING YOUR PROJECT It is important to work with experienced professionals, obtain the necessary permits, and carefully plan your renovation project to maximize its value and improve your home’s overall quality and to get a real cost estimate for your project from a Long Island Remodeling Contractor. Ben’s has […]

Does an extension add value to your home? Adding an extension to your home can indeed add value, but the main reason to build an extension should be to enjoy the home you live in.    Here are various factors to consider: Scope of Work: Clearly defining the scope of the extension project is essential for […]

Construction Management Long Island A question our customers often ask us is do I need construction management?  The answer is often a resounding yes.  Whether your are building a new extension on your home or doing all new construction on Long Island, construction management will cut through all the noise surrounding your project. What is […]

~Alex Jackson The New IRA A new law passed on January, 1st of this year might initiate a surge in energy-efficient upgrades on Long Island. Called the IRA or Inflation Reduction Act, the new federal law offers homeowners a wealth of incentives, including tax rebates and credits to make their homes more eco-friendly. The act […]