Drywall and Framing
Complete structural framing, drywall installation, taping, and finishing. We rebuild walls, ceilings, and soffits to match or exceed the original construction.
Insurance Reconstruction Services
Complete home reconstruction after fire, water, and storm damage in Connecticut. We coordinate directly with your insurance carrier, write Xactimate estimates, and rebuild your home from the studs up.
15+
Years of Experience
100+
Completed Projects
4.9
Google Rating
Fully Bonded & Insured
What We Do
Rebuilding Homes After Damage
When your home suffers fire, water, or storm damage, the cleanup is only the first step. Once the affected areas have been dried, cleared, and stabilized, the real work begins: rebuilding everything that was lost. That is where BuiltWell CT comes in.
We handle the complete reconstruction phase. Structural framing, drywall, flooring, cabinetry, plumbing, electrical, painting, trim, and every finish detail needed to return your home to pre-loss condition or better. We work directly with your insurance carrier throughout the process.
Whether your kitchen needs to be rebuilt from the studs, your basement flooring and drywall need full replacement, or an entire floor of your home requires reconstruction, we have the capability and experience to deliver.
Our team has completed full gut rebuilds after catastrophic fire damage, extensive water intrusion, and severe storm events. We understand what it takes to bring a home back from nothing - structural framing, insulation, MEP rough-ins, drywall, flooring, cabinetry, tile, trim, paint, and every final detail.
We also handle the documentation that insurance carriers require at every stage - photo evidence, line-item estimates, change order approvals, and completion reports. You focus on your family. We handle the rebuild and the paperwork.
Know Your Rights
You Choose Your Contractor
Your insurance company may suggest a preferred vendor. You are not obligated to use them. Under Connecticut law, you have the right to hire the contractor of your choice for any insurance claim reconstruction work.
Preferred vendor programs often prioritize the carrier's cost control over your best interest. The contractor works for the insurance company, not for you. When you choose your own contractor, you get someone who advocates for the full scope of work your home actually needs.
We work for you, not your insurance company. We document every condition, write detailed Xactimate estimates that carriers accept, and fight for the complete scope your home requires. If the adjuster's estimate misses something, we submit supplements with full documentation until the claim reflects the actual work.
What This Means for You
We advocate for the full scope of work, not the cheapest option
We write Xactimate line-item estimates that carriers accept
We submit supplements when the initial scope misses items
We handle all documentation, photos, and adjuster communication
Your home gets rebuilt to pre-loss condition or better, not to a budget
Reconstruction Services
What We Rebuild
Kitchen Reconstruction
Full kitchen rebuilds including cabinetry, countertops, plumbing, electrical, flooring, backsplash, and all finish work. Restored to pre-loss condition or better.
Bathroom Reconstruction
Complete bathroom rebuilds including tile, fixtures, plumbing, waterproofing, vanities, and finish carpentry. Every detail returned to full function.
Flooring Replacement
Hardwood, tile, LVP, and carpet installation throughout damaged areas. We match existing flooring or install new materials per the approved scope of work.
Interior Carpentry and Trim
Crown molding, baseboards, door casings, built ins, and custom millwork. We replicate or upgrade all interior woodwork damaged during the event.
Full Interior Reconstruction
When the damage requires starting from the studs up. Complete interior rebuild including all trades, all systems, and all finish work throughout the home.
The Difference
Why Homeowners Choose BuiltWell
Nearly 15 Years in Reconstruction
Full rebuilds after every type of residential disaster across Connecticut.
Insurance Grade Quality
Documentation, quality, and timeline standards that carriers require on every project.
Direct Carrier Communication
We handle all adjuster communication and documentation on your behalf.
Full Scope Capability
One team from structural framing to finish carpentry. Every phase in house.
CT Licensed and Insured
HIC #0668405. Fully insured across Fairfield and New Haven Counties.
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Trusted Partners
Insurance Carriers We Work With
We understand the documentation requirements, the approval process, and the quality standards that carriers demand. Our experience with these carriers means a smoother, faster reconstruction process for you.
The Advantage
A General Contractor Built for Insurance Work
BuiltWell is a fully licensed general contractor with deep insurance restoration experience. That combination means you get quality construction and claims expertise under one roof.
Licensed General Contractor
Full-scope construction from framing to finish carpentry
CT HIC licensed (#0668405), bonded, and fully insured
In-house crews for structural, mechanical, and finish work
Kitchens, bathrooms, additions, and whole-home remodels
Nearly 15 years of residential construction experience
Insurance Claims Expertise
Writes Xactimate line-item estimates that carriers require
Understands depreciation, supplements, and policy language
Documents every condition for carrier approval
Coordinates directly with adjusters on scope and payment
Submits supplements when hidden damage is discovered
Most contractors can build. Few understand the insurance process. BuiltWell does both - so your rebuild is built right and fully covered by your claim.
How It Works
Our Reconstruction Process
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Common Questions
Insurance Reconstruction FAQ
Do I have to use my insurance company's preferred contractor?+-
No. Under Connecticut law, you have the right to choose any licensed contractor for your insurance claim reconstruction. Your carrier may recommend a preferred vendor, but you are not required to use them. Preferred vendor programs often prioritize the carrier's cost control over your interests. When you choose your own contractor, you get someone who works for you and advocates for the full scope of work your home needs.
Should I call my insurance company or a contractor first?+-
Call us first. Having a reconstruction specialist assess the damage before you file your claim ensures that the scope of work is documented correctly from the start. We photograph every condition, write a detailed scope, and help you file the claim with complete information. This prevents situations where the initial claim underestimates the actual damage and you have to fight for supplements later.
What if I disagree with my insurance company's estimate?+-
This happens frequently. Insurance estimates often miss hidden damage, underestimate material costs, or exclude necessary scope items. We write detailed Xactimate line-item estimates with full documentation and submit supplements to your carrier for every item that was missed. Our experience with major carriers means we know what documentation adjusters need to approve additional scope. You do not have to accept an estimate that does not cover the actual work required.
Can I upgrade materials during reconstruction? Who pays the difference?+-
Yes. Insurance covers like-kind-and-quality replacement, meaning materials equivalent to what was damaged. If you want to upgrade beyond that level, the insurance payment covers the like-kind cost and you pay the difference. We clearly separate what the carrier covers from any upgrades you choose so there are no surprises. Many homeowners use reconstruction as an opportunity to improve finishes while insurance covers the base rebuild.
What happens if hidden damage is found during the work?+-
Hidden damage behind walls, under floors, or in structural members is common in fire and water damage reconstruction. When we find it, we document the condition immediately with photos and a written scope, contact you the same day, and submit a supplement to your insurance carrier. The carrier reviews the documentation and approves additional coverage for the newly discovered damage. This is a standard part of the claims process and the reason detailed documentation matters at every stage.
How long does the insurance reconstruction process take?+-
Timeline depends on the scope of damage. A single-room reconstruction may take 4 to 8 weeks of active construction. A full-floor or whole-home rebuild can take 12 to 16 weeks or more. Add 2 to 4 weeks for insurance approval and material lead times before construction begins. We provide a detailed written schedule with every project so you know exactly when each phase starts and finishes. We do not give vague timelines.
Get Started
Need Your Home Rebuilt?
Call us directly or schedule a free assessment. We will review the damage scope, coordinate with your insurance carrier, and begin the reconstruction process.
Where We Work
Insurance Reconstruction Across Two Counties
We provide insurance reconstruction throughout Fairfield and New Haven Counties, with dedicated teams serving both regions.
Fairfield County
Call: Fairfield: (203) 919-9616
Insurance reconstruction across Fairfield County. We rebuild homes after fire, water, and storm damage in every town in the county with direct carrier coordination included.
GreenwichStamfordNorwalkWestportDarienNew CanaanFairfieldRidgefield
Learn more about Fairfield CountyTrumbullBethelBridgeportBrookfieldDanburyEastonMonroeNew FairfieldNewtownReddingSheltonShermanStratfordWestonWilton
New Haven County
Call: New Haven: (203) 466-9148
Insurance reconstruction across New Haven County from our Orange, CT office. Full home reconstruction after damage with direct insurance carrier communication throughout.
OrangeNew HavenHamdenBranfordGuilfordMadisonWoodbridgeMilford
Learn more about New Haven CountyCheshireAnsoniaBeacon FallsBethanyDerbyEast HavenMeridenMiddleburyNaugatuckNorth BranfordNorth HavenOxfordProspectSeymourSouthburyWallingfordWaterburyWest HavenWolcott
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