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Breakwater Renovation & Design LLC

Updated 2026-09-14 · 11,061 reviewed · 960 listed · Scored from 17 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(17) 68 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Small Kitchen Updates & RepairsHigh-End Custom & Luxury KitchensFull Kitchen RemodelingKitchen Design & Layout PlanningCountertop Installation
Breakwater Renovation & Design LLC
Location
Milford
Services
Small Kitchen Updates & Repairs, High-End Custom & Luxury Kitchens, Full Kitchen Remodeling
Reviews
17
Ranking
#266 in Small Kitchen Updates & Repairs
Best for
homeowners planning multi-project relationships or major kitchen remodels wanting owner-led design input.

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-09-09. Details taken from their website were fetched 2026-09-09.

What do recent reviews say?

Breakwater earns consistent 5-star praise for delivering kitchen and whole-house renovations on schedule and budget, with owners Lisa and Fred backed by a reliable crew. One 2020 account details serious miscommunications on fixtures, cost overruns, and lack of follow-through after project close.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • on-time and on-budget delivery
  • strong design expertise (Lisa) and craftsmanship (Fred)
  • responsive communication and decision guidance
  • trusted subcontractors and crew professionalism
  • attention to detail and problem-solving
Watch-outs
  • poor email handling and poor documentation
  • late design decisions and fixture miscommunication
  • incomplete protection of existing finishes
  • failed to send lien releases after payment
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Best for: homeowners planning multi-project relationships or major kitchen remodels wanting owner-led design input.
Think twice if: Early communication on fixture specs, material choices, and scope is critical; track all decisions in writing.

What are they good at?

  • owners Lisa and Fred manage projects directly
  • finish on time and within budget
  • design guidance and fixture selection help
  • reliable subcontractor team

Worth knowing

  • Owners Lisa and Fred lead projects directly
  • Completed kitchen remodel in 8 weeks during 2021 supply shortages
  • Fred handles carpentry and installations; Lisa leads design and client communication
  • Team includes trusted plumber, electrician, tile, countertop, and floor subcontractors
  • One 2020 project: $11,000 management fee; miscommunications on fixtures, surface-mount vs. recessed cabinets, window sills scratched, flooring not protected, lien releases never sent after final payment

What reviews say by service

Full Kitchen Remodeling
Multiple reviews praise on-time delivery and quality within budget; one 2020 account reports major fixture miscommunications and cost overruns.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning
Lisa's design input and fixture guidance consistently praised; one 2020 account reports she installed recessed instead of surface-mount cabinets without offering a choice.
Countertop Installation
Subcontracted work praised in multiple reviews; one 2020 account does not mention countertops specifically.
High-End Custom & Luxury Kitchens
Architect/developer of luxury hotels praised complexity and problem-solving on complicated renovation delivered on time and budget.
Small Kitchen Updates & Repairs
One review mentions small beach house kitchen update from dark/gloomy to bright and bigger; no detail on scope or cost.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.72 average across the 815 full kitchen remodeling businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 66% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 75
Review volume 55
Review recency 58
Review sentiment 57
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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15
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FAQ

Do Lisa and Fred work on projects personally?
Yes. Owners Lisa and Fred lead design and carpentry respectively; Fred is often on-site alongside clients who work from home.
Can they help me pick fixtures and design elements?
Yes. Lisa handles design recommendations and guides fixture selection to fit project goals and budget.
How fast can they complete a kitchen remodel?
One kitchen completed in 8 weeks in 2021 despite supply shortages; timeline depends on scope and material availability.
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Last updated 2026-09-14