WELCOME TO Day One Custom Painting & Renovations

Remodeling Contractor in Chester, NY

Home upgrades, layout changes, and full renovations for Chester homeowners, scoped to the house you have.

Call (845) 728-5477 to schedule a free consultation.

Locally Owned Since 1974 | Fully Licensed and Insured | Free, Upfront Consultations

Deck Services

Build, repair, and restore durable, beautiful decks for your outdoor living space.

Custom Porch Design, Restoration & Painting

Design, restore, and refresh porches with expert craftsmanship and quality finishes.

Kitchen Countertop Installation

Install stylish, durable countertops that enhance your kitchen's appearance and functionality.

Kitchen Lighting Installation

Upgrade your kitchen with modern lighting for improved brightness, safety, and ambiance.

Kitchen Remodels

Transform your kitchen with customized renovations tailored to your style and needs.

Bathroom Remodels

Create a functional, elegant bathroom with complete remodeling solutions.

Interior Painting

Refresh your home's interior with smooth, professional painting services and lasting results.

Painting & Renovations

Enhance your property with expert painting and renovation services for every room.

Custom Kitchen Cabinets

Maximize storage and style with custom-built kitchen cabinets designed to fit your space.

Whether it’s a restaurant in downtown Newburgh, an office near Broadway, or a retail space along Route 9W, our professional business painters in Newburgh, NY are here to help.

Durable, high-quality finishes We use commercial-grade paints for long-lasting results.

Home Remodeling in Goshen, NY: A Three-Phase Roadmap

Phase One: Plan and Prepare the Shell

Start with the decisions that everything else depends on.


  • Scope and layout. If you want a wall removed or a kitchen opened up, we settle that before any cabinets are ordered.
  • Permits. Some projects need one. Decks often do, and so can a basement that adds a bedroom or bathroom. We can guide you through the process.
  • Windows, doors, and siding. Replacement windows let in more light, block outside noise, and are easy to open and clean. For siding, we remove the old material, check the wall underneath, and install new vinyl. Most siding jobs take one to two weeks.
  • A basement check. Before we finish a basement, we look for moisture problems and take steps to keep the room dry.

Phase Two: Rebuild the Rooms

Once the shell and layout are settled, we rebuild the rooms you use most.


  • Kitchen remodels. Cabinets, surfaces, and fixtures, with the flooring, plumbing, and electrical work coordinated around them. Smaller updates take a few weeks, and full-scale renovations typically run six to eight weeks.
  • Bathroom remodels. Walk-in showers, soaking tubs, vanities, and compact layouts. Simple updates run two to three weeks, and full renovations four to six.
  • Basement build-out. Framing, insulation, drywall and finishing, flooring, lighting, and paint, all by one team. The result can be a family room, office, guest bedroom, or gym.

Phase Three: Finish, Paint, and Move Outside

The finishes go in last, so they do not get damaged by the heavy work.



A new set of cabinets can fit in either phase two or phase three, depending on whether the layout is changing.

Three Planning Rules We Follow

  • Decide the layout before the cabinets. Full cabinet replacement makes sense when the layout changes, and refacing works when it does not.
  • Settle windows and doors before paint. A new window changes the trim around it, so it is easier to paint once.
  • Paint last. Dust, deliveries, and tool traffic are hard on fresh finishes.

What Happens Before, During, and After

  • Before. You get a free consultation, an upfront quote and scope of work, and a clear timeline before work begins.
  • During. One team coordinates the trades and works with licensed plumbers and electricians, so you do not have to hire each trade separately.
  • After. We finish with a walkthrough of the completed project.

Low-VOC and eco-friendly paint options for a safer home environment

We take the time to properly prepare each surface, ensuring a clean, even, and polished result that you’ll love for years to come.

Freestanding soaking tubs for a spa-like experience

Why Goshen Homeowners Choose Day One Custom Painting & Renovations

  • A local, owner-run company. In business since 1974, and not a franchise
  • Fully licensed and insured. We stand behind our workmanship
  • One crew for remodeling and painting. Fewer handoffs and a single schedule
  • A clear scope. You know what the job includes before it starts

Where We Work

We serve Goshen and communities across the Hudson Valley, including:

  • Beacon, NY
  • Chester, NY
  • Dutchess County, NY
  • Fishkill, NY
  • Goshen, NY
  • Marlboro, NY
  • Middletown, NY
  • Monroe, NY
  • New Windsor, NY
  • Orange County, NY
  • Plattekill, NY
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • Ulster County, NY
  • Vails Gate, NY
  • Walden, NY
  • Warwick, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What should I remodel first?

    Start with anything that changes the layout or the shell of the house, such as a wall removal, new windows and doors, or a basement. Kitchens and baths come next, and paint and finishes go last. We help you set the order during the consultation.

  • Do you replace windows and siding as part of a remodel?

    Yes. We install replacement windows, entry and exterior doors, and vinyl siding. We tell you the timeline before the work begins, and most siding jobs take one to two weeks.

  • How long does a bathroom remodel take?

    A simple update takes about two to three weeks, and a full renovation takes about four to six. The timeline depends on the scope of the project.

  • Do I need a permit to build a deck?

    Many decks do need a permit. We know the local rules and can guide you through the process so the deck meets code.

  • Can I remodel one project at a time?

    Yes. Interior painting, a new countertop, or a deck can each stand alone. A kitchen or basement brings several trades together. In the consultation, we sort out which projects fit together and which can wait.

Plan Your Goshen Remodel

Tell us what you want to change, and we will help you put the projects in order and give you a clear scope.


Call (845) 728-5477 or contact us online