Why Choose a Local Home Improvement Company Over a National Chain
When it is time to invest in your home, one of the most important decisions you will make has nothing to do with materials or colors — it is choosing the right contractor. In Queens and on Long Island, homeowners are frequently approached by national home improvement chains, big-box store installation programs, and franchise operations. These companies spend millions on advertising, but that does not mean they deliver a better experience or a better result.
Major Homes has been a family-owned, locally operated home improvement company since 1919. Over four generations, we have served more than 50,000 homeowners in Queens and Long Island. Here is why working with a company like ours delivers a fundamentally different experience than going with a national chain.
You Get Our Crews, Not Random Subcontractors
National chains and big-box installation programs almost always subcontract the actual work to independent local crews. The company that sold you the project is rarely the company that shows up to do the installation. That means quality can vary wildly from one job to the next, and if something goes wrong, you can find yourself caught between the retailer and the subcontractor, with each pointing fingers at the other.
At Major Homes, we employ our own installation crews. They are trained to our standards, supervised by our project managers, and accountable directly to our family. When you hire us, you know exactly who is going to be working on your home.
Project Managers Who Actually Manage Your Project
Our dedicated project managers are experienced professionals who oversee your job from the initial measurement through the final walkthrough. They coordinate materials,schedule crews, handle inspections, and serve as your single point of contact throughout the project. If a question comes up or an issue arises, you know exactly who to call — and they will know exactly what is happening on your job. At many national chains, your contact after the sale is a call center. The person who answers may never have visited your home or seen your project file before.
We Know Your Neighborhood
Homes in Queens and Long Island have their own characteristics, challenges, and quirks. The pre-war Colonials in Bayside are different from the post-war ranches in Levittown, which are different from the beachfront properties in Long Beach. We have worked on all of them, and that experience matters.
We understand local building codes, zoning requirements, HOA guidelines, and the architectural norms of your specific neighborhood. We know which materials perform best in coastal areas versus inland communities. A national chain operating out of a distant headquarters simply does not have that depth of local knowledge.
Accountability That Lasts
National chains come and go. Franchise operators change. Subcontractors disappear. When you need warranty service five years from now, will the company that installed your roof still be around? Will they answer the phone?
Major Homes has been in continuous operation since 1919. Four generations of our family have stood behind our work, and we plan to be here for generations to come. Our reputation in Queens and on Long Island is everything to us, and we protect it by treating every customer and every project as though our name is on the line — because it is.
Transparent Pricing Without the Markup
National chains carry enormous overhead costs: national advertising campaigns, corporate headquarters, regional management layers, and franchise fees. Those costs are baked into the price you pay. A locally operated company like Major Homes has a leaner operation, which means more of your investment goes into the actual materials and labor on your home, not into paying for television commercials.
We provide detailed written estimates that clearly itemize what you are paying for. There are no hidden fees, no pressure-sale tactics, and no expiring discounts designed to rush your decision.
Supporting Your Local Community
When you hire Major Homes, your investment stays in the community. We employ local workers, pay local taxes, and support local suppliers. We have built relationships in Queens and Long Island that span decades, and we take pride in being a part of the neighborhoods we serve.
Get Your Free Estimate Today
Ready to get started? Major Homes offers free, no-obligation in-home consultations with written estimates. Our team will walk you through every option, answer your questions, and help you make the best decision for your home and budget.
Call us today at 1-877-415-8921 or visit majorhomes.net to schedule your consultation.
