English Drakeford spent twenty-five years working as a chemical engineer for Pitney Bowes in Stamford, CT.  Having had to retire at an early age, he took the opportunity to start his own business, Drake Construction.  His knowledge for carpentry and tiling allowed him to jump-start his business into a fast expanding new career. He has always had the passion for interior remodeling.  A lot of his experience comes from working with his brother in his early years and constantly remodeling his own home.  As he continues to study new carpentry and tiling techniques, he is able to apply his skills to giving his customers the highest quality of service at competitive prices.

English offers distinctive, unique residential home remodeling and design.  A service-oriented company, offering high-quality construction and design for remodeling, new additions, custom craftsmanship and more.  Planning for a remodeling or any construction project can be challenging; however, his goal is to help the customer feel comfortable with the commitment they have made to their new project.

English says, his emphasis is on quality and not quantity.  His solutions encompass architectural designing as well as using sophisticated tools to create precise detailing to his work. 

His services focus on:

        •  Remodeling                  • Wall and Floor Tiling
        • Crown Molding             • Kitchens
        • Bathrooms                    • Window Additions
        • Door Additions             • And more!

English prides himself in his ability to build strong working relationships between the consultants and/or his clients.  The interpretation of clients' needs enables him to pay attention to detail, provide quality service and assure customer satisfaction.

English believes in his customers:

        •  Residential Homes
            He will recommend unique and different designs, as well as incorporate
            his clients vision.  His recommendations will be implemented to suit you.

        •  Kitchen, Basement and Bathroom Remodeling
            Installing cabinets are his specialty.  He'll help you design a functional floor
            plan in any room.  Large or small projects are accepted.

        •  Drywall
            As part of any remodeling effort, if drywall changes are necessary, he
            would be happy to do the work large or small job.

Overall, he will guarantee to get your project completed in a timely fashion.

English offers his clients a wide range of residential construction projects, from simple bathroom remodels to kitchen re-designs.  He also offers complete structural alteration such as removing walls and making windows into doors. Planning for a remodeling or any construction project can be frustrating and overwhelming, but he allows his experience to make your project pleasurable.  He will provide you with quality service by maintaining a rich understanding of the whole picture.  You will find his honesty and integrity refreshing.

Advertising with African American Businesses-4U helps English to market his services and to acquire new clients and friends.  If you're looking to remodel or make changes in  your home, you may contact Drake Construction at (203) 461-8495 or through his web page Drake Construction.