--- title: "Executive Craftsman — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/executive-craftsman-pfvwus-pf~470614433 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~470614433.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Executive Craftsman" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e7c356ec03d7c1b7_6683-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "135 Bentwood Drive, Stamford, Connecticut 06903, United States" latitude: 41.1352 longitude: -73.5684 phone: "(203) 858-6422" website: https://executivecraftsman.com rating: 5 review_count: 64 license_verified: true best_of_houzz_awards: 9 followers: 211 last_updated: 2026-09-20 --- # Executive Craftsman > Fairfield County's Trusted Exterior and Interior Remodeling Experts Original Houzz profile: [Executive Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/executive-craftsman-pfvwus-pf~470614433) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Stamford, CT - **Serves:** Stamford, North Stamford, Norwalk, East Norwalk, Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, Riverside, Cos Cob, Old Greenwich, Byram, Glenville - **Verified License:** Yes - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (64 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2016–2026), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - Free estimate - Provides 3D Visualization ### Business highlights - Best of Houzz winner - Free estimate - Locally owned - Provides 3D Visualization For over thirty years, Executive Craftsman has been remodeling homes and increasing the value of homes in Fairfield County, CT. We are a full service contracting firm specializing in home remodeling, home additions, exterior renovations, and kitchen and bath remodels. Our business is built on satisfied repeat customers and client referrals since 1983. Our materials and building products are purchased at Rings End offering only the finest long-term workmanship for our clients. Today, Executive Craftsman, is the home builder of choice for residents for all of their exterior and interior remodeling needs. The owners of Executive Craftsman, Steve Lanefski and Johel Solano have spent most of their lives bringing quality living experiences to their clients. They are passionate about turning their clients’ dreams and ideas into reality. Johel and Steve have completed over 1,000 home remodeling projects over the last 30 years. In addition to their years of experience and their passion for creating quality living spaces for their clients, their partnership has allowed them to take their customer service to higher levels. They now have the resources to meet all of the home remodeling needs, from the initial design and planning all the way through to the completion of the job in a timely manner. Johel and Steve are proud of the home improvements that they have been able to provide to homeowners and look forward to continuing their tradition of honesty, integrity and value for many years to come. Please call us at 203-858-6422 to discuss your project need. Ask for Steve Lanefski or Johel Solano. You can also email us at steve@executivecraftsman.com or johel@executivecraftsman.com ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - General Contracting - Home Additions - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Extensions - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Deck Building - Basement Remodeling - Garage Building - Flooring Installation - Pool House Design & Construction - Project Management - Tile Installation - Roof Replacement - House Framing - Wood Floor Installation - Window Replacement - Attic Conversion - Window Installation - Siding Installation - Concrete Construction - Drywall Installation - Roof Installation - Wine Cellar Installation - Workshop Design & Construction - Attic Restoration - Trim Work - Asphalt Shingle Roofing - Masonry - Baseboard Installation - Wainscoting - Brick Masonry - Wood Siding - Fiber Cement Siding - Chimney Construction - Custom Cabinets - Door Installation - Drywall Repair & Installation - Exterior Painting - Gutter Installation & Repair - Interior Painting - Masonry Construction & Repair - Remodeling - Siding & Exteriors - Siding Repair & Installation ### Areas Served - Stamford - North Stamford - Norwalk - East Norwalk - Greenwich - Darien - New Canaan - Wilton - Riverside - Cos Cob - Old Greenwich - Byram - Glenville ### Typical Job Cost $25,000 - 1 million $25,000 - 1 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Executive Craftsman | | Address | 135 Bentwood Drive, Stamford, Connecticut 06903, United States | | Phone | (203) 858-6422 | | Website | https://executivecraftsman.com | | License Number | 547356 | | Followers on Houzz | 211 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/executivecraftsman - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/ExecCraftsman - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/executive-craftsman?trk=biz-companies-cym ## Offers Unlock Your Free Consultation! _Send Us A Message Today!_ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Executive Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/executive-craftsman-pfvwus-pf~470614433) - **Website:** https://executivecraftsman.com - **Phone:** (203) 858-6422 ## Credentials **Verified License** - Number: HIC.0552746 - Type: HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR - Issued by: State of Connecticut **Certifications & Awards** - 2016 -- Best of Houzz, Service - 2017 -- Best of Houzz, Service - 2018 -- Best of Houzz, Service - EPA-Lead Safe Certified Company - **Best of Houzz:** 9 awards (2016–2026), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [HBRA of Fairfield County Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/hbra-of-fairfield-county-inc-pfvwus-pf~915393152) - [HBRA of Connecticut](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/hbra-of-connecticut-pfvwus-pf~790835092) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 64 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — beazer0301, April 2021** > We have used Executive Craftsman for over 20 years. They've done work in several homes that we've owned over the years doing basement finishing, custom cabinetry, painting and most recently a bathroom renovation. I'm sure there's more that I am forgetting. Steve is reliable, prompt and does what he says he will do. His employees are clean and polite and hardworking. Can't say enough good things about them. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you for the 5 stars!! We enjoyed working with you and look forward to working together again in the future. ### All 64 reviews **★★★★★ — Dawn Deluca, Oct. 2025** > Steve and his team did an absolutely impeccable job! We could not have asked for better craftsmanship. We highly recommend the Executive Craftsmen team! **★★★★★ — Gary & Jamie Shannon, Sept. 2025** > Steve and his team were the consummate professionals! They provided timely, clean work, were fairly priced and completed their work with exceptional quality with our 2nd floor primary bedroom expansion, 2nd floor primary bathroom addition and 3rd floor deck addition. We would highly recommend the Executive Craftsman team. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Gary, > Appreciate your great review. I hope all is well with you guys. > Steve **★★★★★ — HU-118482765, Sept. 2025** > We've used Executive Craftsman for several home renovation projects, both large and small, over the last 4 years and they always deliver. They are responsive, knowledgeable, proactive, transparent, and fairly priced. They get the work done quickly, but never sacrifice quality. We're so happy with the work they've done in our home. We were referred to them by the previous owners of our home, who told us "I'd trust them with my life!" **★★★★★ — Beth Siemers, Sept. 2025** > This is the 2nd house we've worked on with Executive Craftsman. We recently purchased a home in desperate need of some TLC! On the exterior Executive Craftsman replaced the roof, siding and trim. Inside they painted the interior, widened doorways, replaced light fixtures and refinished the floors. We are delighted! > Steve is easy to work with, he's responsive and a great problem solver. His team is knowledgeable, professional and expert at what they do. They also do a great job of cleaning up, every day! > I highly recommend Steve and Executive Craftsman. **★★★★★ — Jenny Allen, Sept. 2025** > I've had the pleasure of knowing Steve and Johel for some time, and recently completed my first transaction with them. Their impeccable work and professionalism were evident as they expertly managed a new construction project, ensuring a smooth and seamless process. I highly recommend them to any homeowner looking to renovate or build from the ground up, as they truly handle it all with expertise. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Jenny, > You help make the entire process seem like a piece of cake. Looking forward to our next project. > Steve **★★★★★ — Pamela F., Sept. 2025** > Executive Craftsman is a top notch company with high quality standards and materials and skilled craftsmen in every area. Steve and Johel’s commitment to excellence is first and foremost and their response time to questions is immediate. Over the last 34 years, they have worked on every room in our house, both for new construction and renovation as well as emergency repairs. They stay on schedule, never disappoint and are always available. Bravo and thank you, Executive Craftsman! **★★★★★ — konatank, Sept. 2025** > Steve and Johel are the best ever. They are reliable, responsive and always have the most highly skilled, kind and considerate people working for them. We have had a number of jobs completed by them and will keep coming back because of their work and reliability. The level of detail that they focus on, and the timeline in which they get the work done is greatly appreciated. We have referred them to a number of friends who also feel the same way about their work and responsiveness. Thank you, Steve and Johel!!! **★★★★★ — tmckeone, Sept. 2025** > Steve and his guys were very easy to work with! Their craftsmanship was outstanding! I highly recommend working with them! **★★★★★ — HU-173254005, Sept. 2025** > We recently had Executive Craftsman complete work at our home, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, the team was professional, efficient, and respectful of our space. They communicated clearly throughout the entire project, kept everything clean, and delivered outstanding workmanship. It’s rare to find a company that combines skill with such great customer service, but Executive Craftsman truly does. We would highly recommend them to anyone in need of quality construction work! **★★★★★ — Clark Murray, March 2025** > We have used Steve and Executive Craftsman for 25 years for both exterior and interior work. They are true professionals on every possible dimension: Deep expertise, responsive, excellent communicators, a pleasure to have around your home, etc. We give them our strongest possible recommendation to anyone who has needs for painting and related work. **★★★★★ — HU-520956271, March 2025** > These are the best people I have ever worked with. I have never had such a positive experience with any contractor. They know what they are doing and how to get it done FAST and CLEAN. When they are finished it’s like whatever was done was always there > Love these guys!!! I will Happily speak With anyone Needing a referral > > Betty Berelson **★★★★★ — Andrew, March 2025** > We used Steve and team to re-roof our house and to repaint the exterior and they were fantastic. They provided a reasonable quote, and once we agreed set clear expectations about when they would be able to start. Once the team started, they moved through the work in a very efficient and high-quality manner. The house was left looking brand new and we could not be happier. We have had bad experiences in the past with other contractors, and so the work with Steve and Executive Craftsman was a real breath of fresh air. We would highly recommend them (and we are looking forward to our next project with them!) **★★★★★ — Tracy Wind, April 2021** > Worked with Johel at EC to update our 24 year old colonial home. They did a great job with the moldings, new doors, new siding, new wine cellar, bar and builtin bookshelves. I would highly recommend them! **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you for the 5 stars!! We enjoyed working with you and look forward to working together again in the future. **★★★★★ — thomas moore, June 2020** > Steve makes sure that the job is done right and to the highest standards of fit and finish. He has a keen eye, corrects mistakes quickly without complaint and makes recommendations that improve the overall project. Works seamlessly with our project designer and listens to her suggestions. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We enjoyed working with you and look forward to working together on future projects! **★★★★★ — konatank, June 2020** > Steve and Johel are the best. Their workers were on time/early every day, were clean, nice and did an incredible job. Even the sub-contractors did great work at fair prices. We are so happy with their work and in working with them; they were extremely detail-oriented, responsive, kind and answered all of our questions throughout the process. We will definitely work with them again for all of our future needs. They're the best. **★★★★★ — Andrew, June 2020** > My wife and I hired ECI for painting, hardwood floor refinishing, and miscellaneous carpentry work for the house we just bought. Our new home looks great all thanks to ECI. Their crews were professional, clean, and the quality is top notch. Will certainly use them again. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thanks Andrew!! We enjoyed working with you and are happy you are pleased with the results! **★★★★★ — ppetner@gmail.com Petner, March 2019** > We have lived in our home for 27 years. Throughout the years we have hired Executive Craftsman for many different jobs. They have always done excellent, professional work. > When we decided to put our home up for sale, we hired Executive Craftsman. They have done excellent work, from exterior painting, wallpaper removal, painting, carpentry, electric and so forth. They are on time, covering doorways and such to keep our home clean while they work. Steve is easy to work with. He genuinely cares about his clients and takes pride in his work. Selling our home has been an emotional time for the whole family. Executive Craftsman's skill and professional work ethic has made preparing our home for sale less stressful for us. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you ! We enjoyed working with you and are happy you are pleased with the work. **★★★★★ — Anna Steiner, Dec. 2018** > (I wish more stars were available!!) The most important aspect of a remodel or other building project is attention to detail -- and Executive Craftsman is superb! In addition to producing the highest quality result, they always arrived when expected, always left the work area clean, and held noise to a minimum. The entire process, for us, was a pleasant one and we are truly delighted with the result! We're looking for our next project for them. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you ! It was our pleasure working with you and are happy you are pleased with the work. We look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — Liz A, Dec. 2018** > I have now worked with Johel and his partner Steve several times. Most recently they just did a full renovation of almost my entire home in Greenwich, CT after water damage required that all of our very special hardwood floors be ripped out and replaced; the scope of the job and the quality of the materials needed was huge. New floors, new dry wall, insulation, the list is too long to write down on this review. They also work with the best painter I’ve ever worked with (JKA painting), who lacquered a media room as part of the project. On the day we were moving out to a rental Johel texted to see if I needed any help. Every single person who works for them is skilled, professional, and very respectful and pleasant. When they finished the job, about a month EARLY and totally on budget, they also sent a cleaning crew thru the whole house to make sure it was sparkling. My insurance agent remarked that they were THE best builders he’s ever worked with and wished they were all “like them”. These guys deserve 10 stars, always a perfect job with incredible customer service. This was a massive job, but prior to this they have done many smaller jobs for us ranging from beautiful custom cabinetry to solving problems with drainage or window flashing, or improvement of any kind. **★★★★★ — S Harris, Dec. 2018** > Highly recommend Steve and Executive Craftsman! Our sunroom rennovation and total roof replacement was done in a professional and timely manner. I'm so happy that we found Steve and that he was kind, friendly and helpful through the entire project. He brought only experienced and professional workers into our home. We will definitely continue to use him for our future projects. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Sandra, > Thank you! It was a pleasure working for you and your husband. Looking forward to working together again. > Steve **★★★★★ — Janet Catenacci, Nov. 2018** > In a word ... EXCELLENT! Our house was hit by lightening and with a series of events that followed we were left with a flooded finished basement and butler's pantry. I called Executive Craftsman and within a few minutes they called me and rushed right over. Within a couple of days Steve gave me an fair estimate, had his crew over and within a couple of weeks they restored everything. What excellent service. Steve and his meticulous crew were both professional and friendly. I would highly recommend them! **★★★★★ — Barry Seeman, Sept. 2018** > Steve, Johel and their team are excellent and professional. Our project was a rebuild of our child's bathroom, complete from demoing to the studs to installing marble floors and tiles. We are extremely impressed with their insights, professionalism and craftsmanship. They make certain that the work is done to our satisfaction. We anticipate using Executive Craftsman for many more projects on our home in the future. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you Barry! We look forward to working with you on future projects. > Steve **★★★★ — Ed Esposito, Aug. 2018** > Over all a great job on my bathroom. Plumber great and very responsive and tile team first class. If possible best to meet the team each morning and review next steps. Would recommend them anytime **★★★★★ — Jan Smith, June 2018** > Executive Craftsman was at the helm of our just completed “back to the studs” kitchen, family room, hall renovation in our vintage (1900) home. They came to us highly recommended, and exceeded our expectations every step of the way. Our general contractor Johel was on the job every day, providing support and guidance. Very responsive, always available to consult, and extremely creative as challenges arose. We asked for a number of changes during the course of the work, and E/C provided us with timely and reasonable costs estimates. We were also very impressed by the quality and craftsmanship of E/C’s subs. In summary, we would be happy to recommend Executive Craftsman for any major renovation job - if we could give more them than five stars, we would! **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — Heidi U, Feb. 2018** > If I could, I would give Executive Craftsman far more than 5 stars. Steve and Johel were ultra-professional in every aspect: timely, expert and exacting, offering fine workmanship at a fair price. I explained before the project began that I had a tight deadline by which the majority of the work needed to be completed and Executive Craftsman delivered on time--even at the most hectic time of the year, right before the holidays. These gentlemen are good listeners who treat each client with care and attention. They are creative problem solvers who seek ways to avoid unnecessary and expensive changes--how refreshing! Their teams are talented tradesmen, skilled and customer-focused. They arrived on time and took pains to clean up when they left in the evening, respecting the fact that they are working in someone's home and not on a construction site. I asked Steve for his personal opinion when I needed to make decisions on design and fittings and he was honest, taking my budgetary considerations into account and balancing those with the end-result I was looking for. He explained the options and trade-offs, and never "up-sold" or recommended services that I didn't need. Steve has a calm and direct way of interacting with his clients--I always felt I was in honest, capable hands. He explained what was going to happen and when, so I always knew what to expect. He also went above and beyond, taking calls on weekends and in the evenings, even coming by in off-hours to address a tricky garage door opener so our construction materials would not be exposed to the street overnight. While past renovation projects in other homes have proven to be highly stressful and frustrating experiences, the opposite was true for me in this case. There were no surprises, unanticipated expenses, delays or no-shows. These gents are true pros. I will definitely use Executive Craftsman for future projects and recommend them unequivocally. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — Banks & Meredith Edwards, Feb. 2018** > After 10 years of using Executive Craftsman for "small" jobs like bathroom remodels, we felt confident in hiring Steve and Johel to do a large sunroom addition and complete gutting and remodel of our kitchen and mudroom areas. Each time a friend compliments our new spaces, we are reminded of the beautiful result. I'm always texting Steve to let him know that someone else was admiring our kitchen! Steve and Johel are great to work with - they are extremely responsive to each little blip that arises (they really pick up the phone!), and they take pride in ensuring that the job is high quality. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — maggiemarchesi, Feb. 2018** > I cannot say enough great things about Executive Craftsman. I needed them in a pinch for a listing of mine where we had a closing approaching and several jobs to do on the punch list, some not-so-pleasant jobs. One involved maneuvering in a small crawl space to carve through cement to reset cracks in a foundation, digging outside in subzero temps, among several others: sheetrocking ceilings and electrical with re-wiring some of my client’s recessed lights etc. They showed up every time they said they were, completed the jobs with giving updates as to how they were going. They made me look like a star with my clients, which I’ll be forever grateful for. I will definitely be calling these guys again and again! **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — Matthew McMaster, Dec. 2017** > I would highly recommend Executive Craftsman to anyone looking for a great general contractor. The quality of the work was always on point. All of their workers were extremely friendly, trustworthy, and hard working. Steve would always make himself available to answer a call or respond to an E-Mail. Despite several changes made along the way (at my own request) they stayed true to their original budget. They were also very good about providing estimates for any additional services requested throughout the project and sticking to those numbers in the final bill. I would absolutely recommend them not only for the quality of their work but also for the caliber of their employees. **★★★★★ — David Lee, Dec. 2017** > Recently they finished $200,000 home renovation in Darien, CT. Finished on time as they promised. We had several events at the house and everyone loves every single details they had done. Excellent company and I highly recommend it. **★★★★★ — Suellen Evans, Nov. 2017** > Over the years I have used a number of contractors and received quotes for different projects. Then I met Steve and no longer shop around. Steve and Johel are the best. . Prices are fair, work is great. I have used them for numerous projects. This summer was one of maintenance...new light and lamp post, pool fence repair, some painting. I call about a problem. They show up and fix it. **★★★★★ — Shelby Smith, Oct. 2017** > We have had the pleasure of working with working Steve and Johel over the past five years. We originally used them to do some painting and carpentry work on our old house. This past April, we purchased a new home that needed a lot of work and hired Steve and Johel to do the renovation for us. What a wonderful experience it has been. We cannot say enough about how happy we are with the results. They completed a huge kitchen / great room renovation (taking it down to the studs), remodeled 6 bathrooms and did other outside improvements all within 3 and 1/2 months. They were focused, on the job site all of the time and oversaw every detail themselves. They stayed within budget and their pricing was fair. More importantly, we felt like we could trust them. Steve and Johel were honest and provided valuable input as we moved through the project. It was as if the work that they were doing for us was for their very own house. We could not be more excited about the final results. Absolutely beautiful, high quality work. > A++++ for service and results. We would highly recommend Executive Craftsman. **★★★★★ — Susan Vogel, Sept. 2017** > Another create project at our home completed by Executive Craftsman! After an extensive addition and renovation two years ago, which was beautifully and professional completed by this amazing team, we decided to add a two-car garage. Its complete, and we couldn't be happier with the result -- its exceeded our expectations. Steve and Johel are responsive, responsible and always on-top of the projects they've done for us. The work is top-notch and their team is professional, friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend! **★★★★★ — Lauren Vallario Designs, Inc, Sept. 2017** > I have worked with Steve and Johel on several projects over the years. They are extremely professional and reliable. Every time I work with Executive Craftsman I know my clients will be handled by two people that not only do an excellent job, but also care about their clients which is really important to me. As a designer, making sure the vision of my projects comes to fruition is exciting but not always easy. Steve and Johel support me and my clients through every step of the way and make everything look so easy. They are amazing to work with! **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you Lauren. We appreciate the positive feedback. We look forward to continuing our working relationship and enjoy working with you. **★★★★★ — gcunningham424, Sept. 2017** > Executive Craftsman completed two major renovation projects for me as well as several small projects. Simply said, I would not call anyone else. Great suggestions to enhance the architects' plans. On time. On budget. High quality work. Great people who care. **★★★★★ — Otto Withheld, Sept. 2017** > After talking to number of contractors, I hired Executive Craftsman for changing the bathtub in to a shower stall. Steve is the best contractor you could ask for. His extensive knowledge does not stop him from being patient with clients, highly reliable and the quality of work is excellent. I love my remodeled bathroom. Steve and his crew completed the project on time and within the estimated budget. Thanks Steve... **★★★★★ — Laura Lang, Feb. 2017** > Our playroom needed a major overall. The heat was no longer working, the wiring was original from when the house was built in the 1950s, it had old paneling, old doors and stained carpeting. I wanted to get rid of the mismatched bookcases and tv stand and have built ins made. I was overwhelmed by the scope of the project and all the different trades people I would need to find and interview. My decorator recommended I contact Executive Craftsman and told me they could handle the entire job for me. I called Executive Craftsman that day and Steve (one of the partners) came over the next day to look at the job. He provided an estimate a day later and they started the job a week later. Executive Craftsman had a great crew of professional electricians, plumbers, floor installers and carpenters. They were there every day they were scheduled and were always professional and courteous. If I had questions regarding the job, my phone calls and emails were always answered right away. The job was done on time and on budget. We will definitely use Executive Craftsman for our next house project. **★★★★★ — brettbaugher51, Sept. 2016** > I hired Executive Craftsman to renovate a 2 bedroom condo I purchased (Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Laundry room, Powder room addition, Floors, and Paint) . Steve and his guys did an amazing job with the place. As a first time renovator Steve was able to walked me through all the steps and brought a ton of knowledge and insight to the project. High quality work and fair priced. Would recommend him to anyone. **★★★★★ — ann weiner, June 2016** > It is a pleasure to recommend Johel and Executive Craftsman for the excellence of their work and the genuine caring that they have brought to each of our home projects over the last ten years. They attend to small repairs as well as large remodeling, with the same thoughtfulness, timeliness, and professionalism. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — kimberlyburt1002, March 2016** > Steve does absolutely everything for us, when my pipe burst he was at my house in 15 minutes and had a plumber there in a few hours. When we moved, he has slowly put molding and paneling and painted every room. He honest and fair priced, has impeccable taste and does incredible work. Lifetime choice!! **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you for the kind words! We are happy you are pleased with the services and look forward to working with you again soon! **★★★★★ — jenmonge01, Feb. 2016** > Steve Lanefski and Johel Solano are the best contracting team you could ask for. Everyone who's been through a build out knows the pain and suffering that can come with it. Both these men made sure to make this job as painless as possible. They were as informative and as up front as anyone who cares could be. The job was done quickly and efficiently. They went above and beyond our expectations. It gorgeous. And to quote my client who is an interior designer " It is an architectural beauty". Everyone is raving about our brand new facility and we love that. Thank you over and over again for giving us more than what we wanted. You want top notch quality and care then these are the guys you call immediately. Executive Craftsman is professional and solid from beginning to end. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — Christine Devine, Feb. 2016** > We have worked with Executive Craftsman for many, many years. We always receive fantastic service and quality of work. We will always turn to Executive Craftsman for all of our home improvement needs. > > They recently completed a new roof for us and we are very happy with the finished project. The roofers were always timely, cleaned up after each day and very nice to work with. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — Laura Kinder, Jan. 2016** > We could not be happier with Executive Craftsman. We worked with Steve and his crew to add custom molding to our living room and kitchen . I was amazed by the craftsmanship and the time they put into every single detail. They are true artisans and give you incredible respect for their trade. Steve and his team were wonderful to work with; knowledgeable, and collaborative. The crew at Executive Crafstman are real professionals and were a pleasure to have in our home during our renovation. I could not be happier and will be using them for additional work/renovations in our home. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you for the kind words! We are happy you are pleased with the services and look forward to working with you again soon! **★★★★★ — joelsh, Dec. 2015** > Executive Craftsman are top notch providers. They were on time, on budget, and left the new wine room spotless. They converted a cellar area into a wine room that racks over 700 bottles. They hand picked the tile, installed all shelving and a cooling system. I would highly recommend them for any job and look forward to working with them on future projects. **★★★★★ — naya83, Oct. 2015** > We were lucky we hired Executive Craftsman under Steve Lanefski’s leadership to manage our complete house remodel. This included completely new kitchen and bathrooms, new floors, all new windows and finishing a full basement. We could not be happier with the quality of the work done or his project management. He listened and understood our needs and preferences, offered advice when needed and genuinely cared that we were happy. And even though we added more work as the project progressed, we finished on time. Steve and his team worked hard, were professional and pleasant throughout and created a beautiful house for us! Will definitely recommend and hire again for any future work. **★★★★★ — User, Sept. 2015** > Needed a quick fix in my dining room so small, could not seat more than 10. Called Steve at EC, he performed his magic by knocking down wall between the living & dining rooms. Problem solved, and in a weeks time. I'm over the moon happy! **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thanks Christine ! Look forward to working together again and again!! **★★★★★ — John June Custom Cabinetry, Sept. 2015** > Steve and Johel at Executive Craftsman have high professional standards and do superior quality workmanship in all areas of construction. From start to finish, they spent a lot of time and effort putting in attention to the details. Their attention to details and knowledge of the project made my job easier to do. The customer was very happy with their work. **★★★★★ — ssmith1088, Sept. 2015** > Steve and Johel were fantastic. Trustworthy with honest pricing. Great work product with friendly and qualified workers. Would highly recommend. **★★★★★ — andreamartin51, Sept. 2015** > Over the past 15 years, Executive Craftsmen has transformed our house into a beautiful home. The workmanship is superior, the communication honest and accurate, and the costs reasonable. We found a diamond in the rough! **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you for sharing your years of experience. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. **★★★★★ — Srosenberry1, Sept. 2015** > I recently used Executive Craftsman to transform an unfinished attic into an office space, and to create an outdoor patio. I could not be happier with their work. They are true professionals- great to work with! They came in on time and on budget. They also have a great eye for design and were able to make suggestions that I believe elevated the end result. They were also very mindful of my budget which I truly appreciated. Thank you Steve and Johel! I recommend you without hesitation. **★★★★★ — a\_haupt, Sept. 2015** > We redid our 3rd floor - opened walls to make study/play area plus renovated - moved footprint for the bathroom in our late 1800s home. Both Steve and Johel provided valuable insights and suggestions. We tried to do it on a tight budget and all the options were amazing. The space is perfect. All of our friends are envious. **★★★★★ — HU-738526, Aug. 2015** > Mason and insulation work was completed as promised on time and on budget in a professional manner. Would use for a future project **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you! We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — mtobey59, Aug. 2015** > I had a kitchen and bath remodel done with Executive Craftsman. I was so pleased with the results. Having had a remodel done in the past I was dreading the process but Steve and Johel were so professional and courteous from the very beginning and their knowledge and creativity made the project easy for me and stress free throughout the process. At the end of every day the job site was cleaned up and ready for the next day. I could not have asked for a smoother process and a beautiful project. I am so impressed with the results. They have exceeded my expectations. Thank you Executive Craftsman. **★★★★★ — bettyb12, Aug. 2015** > Rebuilt second floor deck. Repaired outside and inside from rain leak-first floor and second floor. Repaired first floor deck and built additional step to access deck from lawn. All work done expertly and timely. **★★★★★ — murphy\_eileen, Aug. 2015** > Steve and his team at Executive are professionals and reliable. They have completed a full range of projects for me over the span of 18 years, from new bathrooms to new roof, windows, siding, painting, finished basement.. you name it. I also have recommended them to clients as well. **★★★★★ — christiestone1, Aug. 2015** > Excellent craftsmanship, realiable, offers unique modeling solutions with your needs and pricing in mind. You won't be disappointed with Executive Craftsman's services. **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thank you for the kind words! We are happy you are pleased with the services and look forward to working with you again soon! **★★★★★ — rowgram2, July 2015** > Executive Craftsman does it all. If I need my house painted, in or out, they are my guys. I have had very functional chair rails done, beadboard panels, and built in cabinets. There isn't anything they cannot do! Their work is of the highest quality, done in a timely manner, and very creative. I have been using Executive Craftsman for about 20 years. Everyone is reliable and honest. Their longevity says something about the company. If I have work to be done, I go to the best! Thanks Steve for aways being there for me. When we need you, you always come through. I never give it a second thought to recommend Executive Craftsman! **Comment from Executive Craftsman:** > Thanks for sharing your years of experience. We appreciate the trust you have in our team. **★★★★★ — llavemaria, July 2015** > Over the past 20 years Executive Craftsmen have done several painting, wallpapering and several other small jobs in my home.. They were always on time, got the job done quickly and neatly. I never had to wait for a no show worker. I can highly recommend them. **★★★★★ — jblackal, Feb. 2015** > I used Steve and his crew to remodel my bathroom and closets. They were very professional from the start to the finish. They completed the job on time and came in on the budget. **★★★★★ — Sarah B., Jan. 2015** > I hired Executive Craftsman to paint a bedroom in my house. The crew was on time, respectful and efficient. I plan to use this business again for my exterior house painting. **★★★★★ — Melissa Noonan, Jan. 2015** > We have been using Executive Craftsman for the past four years to complete numerous construction projects both big and small, including complete reconfigurations of our front portico, three separate bathrooms, a mudroom, a laundry room, several custom bookcases, trim work and panelling throughout the house, and construction of what I believe to be the best back porch in Fairfield county. > > Steve Lanefski and Johel Solano have been outstandingly responsive with great attention to detail, budget, and timeliness on each and every project. We feel very comfortable with them and all of their subcontractors, and we always know that the end result will be a job very well done. Either Steve or Johel was almost always present on-site and they were very receptive to questions and concerns throughout the entire process. I have especially learned to trust their instincts in relation to design as well as function. Our porch construction in particular was a large project that included the addition of a covered porch with custom railings and a dual sided outdoor fireplace and lovely patio and retaining wall plus additional landscaping. It is refreshing to note that they consistently follow up after each project to make sure that I am completely happy - seemingly a rarity in the industry. > > Most importantly, I feel like I can call Steve and Johel to help me with anything that I might need help with around the house throughout the year, no matter how small. They are simply fantastic. **★★★★★ — Pamela F., Jan. 2015** > We have used Steve Lanefski and Executive Craftsman for many projects at our home over the last nineteen years, ranging from small repairs to major additions. His work is excellent and we have been delighted with the outcome in each and every case. > > Steve has worked on finishing our basement to create fantastic additional living space (including a wine cellar), redone two bathrooms, built a new bedroom and laundry room over our garage as well as a new mudroom entrance off our kitchen, and added a beautiful new family room to our home. In addition, he has built a portico over our front door, replaced the roof, floored the attic, installed wainscoting throughout the house and replaced several floors. He has replaced every window in our house, replaced shutters and cedar siding, and installed new fencing and arbors in our yard, in addition to increasing the size of our backyard shed. The repair jobs that Steve has completed at our home are too numerous to list, but suffice it to say that if something goes wrong with anything in a home, Steve will fix it promptly and perfectly. > > Steve and his entire crew at Executive Craftsman are highly skilled professionals who have performed flawlessly in many varied capacities in our home over the course of many years. The quality of the work they perform is exceptional. Steve has numerous relationships throughout the building trade and his experience is invaluable; he can garner resources across the board seamlessly and without delay. Steve’s credo seems to be that nothing is too difficult or too much trouble; he is delightful to deal with and always available. > > Over the course of the last 33 years of home ownership, we can say without hesitation that Steve Lanefski is the best person we have ever hired to do any type of work at our home, inside and out. He is the top! **★★★★★ — allisonb6, Jan. 2015** > We've used Executive Craftsman for close to 10 years. They have done projects ranging from large (third floor playroom & bath, master bath, mudroom) to smaller (wet bar, window replacement, generator installation). They have always been extremely respectful of our time & money. They are great about communicating changes/opinions/options. They have always been willing to give us ideas with or without immediately proceeding with the project. The group of individuals that work with them have been trustworthy, knowledgable & considerate. I would highly recommend them again. **★★★★★ — ragazzinij, Nov. 2014** > Steve Lanefski at Executive Craftsman is the best general contractor by far that I have ever dealt with. He and his crews are always on time, always respectful, incredibly flexible in accommodating the homeowner and their work is beyond compare. I would not hesitate to use Steve for any major projects. We have used him twice for gut renovations of bathrooms and both times the craftsmanship has been outstanding. I will use him again for other projects. His prices are fair. Most importantly, he delivers excellent value and customer service to the homeowner who is engaged in major renovation/repair. ## Selected projects - [New Construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-construction-pj-vj~7710880) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 90 - [New Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-kitchens-pj-vj~7832008) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [New Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-bathrooms-pj-vj~7832927) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Beautiful new staircases](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beautiful-new-staircases-pj-vj~1097837) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Family Room & Exterior renovation - Darien, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-room-and-exterior-renovation-darien-ct-pj-vj~6799515) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 25 - [Painting](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/painting-pj-vj~2800331) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 6 - [Bathroom/PowderRoom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathroom-powderroom-pj-vj~5630158) - Location: Stamford, CT - Photos: 3 - [Kitchen Remodel- New Canaan, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-remodel-new-canaan-ct-pj-vj~6218137) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 32 - [Bathroom Shower](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bathroom-shower-pj-vj~6218085) - Location: Stamford, CT - Photos: 3 - [Old Colonial Porch Refurbish](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-colonial-porch-refurbish-pj-vj~6218112) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 13 - [Exterior Painting and Deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exterior-painting-and-deck-pj-vj~2223427) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 7 - [Finished Basement- Home Gym and Wine Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/finished-basement-home-gym-and-wine-room-pj-vj~6218121) - Location: New Canaan, CT - Photos: 5 - [Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~3848321) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 5 - [Wainscott](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wainscott-pj-vj~1804779) - Location: Stamford, CT - Photos: 4 - [New Kitchen and Sunroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-kitchen-and-sunroom-pj-vj~3995890) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 2 - [Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-remodel-pj-vj~2735954) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 28 - [Wine Cellar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wine-cellar-pj-vj~2735757) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 5 - Description: Converted Basement closet - [Stone Wall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stone-wall-pj-vj~2735945) - Location: Stamford, CT - Photos: 4 - Description: Existing stone wall reconstructed using existing and some new stone to enhance curb appeal. - [Wire Rail deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wire-rail-deck-pj-vj~2736010) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 12 - [White and Clean Kitchen Remodel in Darien, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/white-and-clean-kitchen-remodel-in-darien-ct-pj-vj~1267039) - Location: Darien, CT - Photos: 5 [See all 27 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/executive-craftsman-pfvwus-pf~470614433) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/840721426.m3u8?s=d52445c0c9d6888486530a522b53a9bb858b72c0&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?** Yes, we are fully licensed contractors, as stated on our Houzz profile. While our sources don't explicitly mention 'bonded' or 'insured,' as a professional general contractor with over 30 years of experience in high-end renovations, we carry comprehensive insurance and bonding is typically part of our robust coverage to protect our clients. **Are you licensed and insured?** Yes, we are fully licensed contractors. While our profile doesn't explicitly state 'insured,' it's a standard practice for licensed professionals like us, and we carry comprehensive insurance for all our projects to ensure peace of mind for our clients. **Do you handle permitting and inspections for new home construction?** Yes, as part of our comprehensive general contracting and project management services for new home construction, we handle all necessary permitting and inspections. We ensure your new build meets all local codes and regulations, managing the process from start to finish. **Do you handle permits and inspections?** Yes, we absolutely handle all necessary permits and inspections for your project. As part of our comprehensive general contracting and project management services, we ensure every aspect of your build or remodel complies with local regulations from start to finish. **What kind of projects you specialise in?** We specialize in high-end home remodeling and renovations, including kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, and full home additions. Our expertise also extends to creating luxurious outdoor living spaces like decks, patios, pool houses, and custom wine cellars. We also offer interior and exterior painting services. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [built ins cabins](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/133817620/list/built-ins-cabins) — 8 ideas - [Dog showers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118790557/list/dog-showers) — 12 ideas - [Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116897552/list/living-room) — 1 idea - [Attic Space](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/116706129/list/attic-space) — 1 idea - [Window treatments](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/94570816/list/window-treatments) — 4 ideas - [Wall Art](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/92779649/list/wall-art) — 6 ideas - [Basements](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86436593/list/basements) — 10 ideas - [Interesting ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64792445/list/interesting-ideas) — 6 ideas - [Window Seating](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/62360281/list/window-seating) — 7 ideas - [Mudroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54555076/list/mudroom) — 29 ideas - [Hidden Space](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53729046/list/hidden-space) — 10 ideas - [Home Office](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52530398/list/home-office) — 22 ideas - [Grilling & Patio](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53146278/list/grilling-patio) — 9 ideas - [Floors & Walkways](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53146695/list/floors-walkways) — 4 ideas - [Laundry Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53146504/list/laundry-room) — 30 ideas - [Painting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53053480/list/painting) — 9 ideas - [Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53146176/list/bathrooms) — 41 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/53146463/list/kitchens) — 15 ideas - [Architects](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34107203/list/architects) — 12 ideas [See all 19 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/executivecraftsman) ## Community Q&A **Q: backsplash details** *(in Photo Questions)* what color grout was used? it looks like a true white tile was used. It looks gorgeous! A: Yes, white tile and white grout. **Q: garage door manufacturer** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you share the manufacturer of the garage doors? A: Ed's Garage Door **Q: Garage** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi. I love the look of the garage. Can you tell me what material you used over the doors on top of the trim? A: Cedar shake shingles above the doors, tongue and groove 1x4 pine on the overhang **Q: Dimensions of addition? And cost per sq ft? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: 30'x40' including kitchen and built in cabinets. Approximately $300.00 per ft. You cant go by a square ft price on this size of n addition. **Q: So Serene!** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please tell me what kind of flooring this is and the color/stain? I love it. A: Thank you!! This is natural mahogany with a clear coat. **Q: Paint color** *(in Photo Questions)* What brand & paint color is this? Thank you A: Benjamin Moore Sea Star 2123-30 --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. 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