ARE YOU READY TO LOVE YOUR HOME?

Work with Coastal Virginia’s award-winning firm specializing in design-build for residential remodels and additions.

Many homeowners face a dilemma — they want to love their home, but it doesn’t fit their lifestyle.

The prospect of remaking a home can be both exciting and intimidating, and often when it comes to beginning the process, homeowners don't know where to start.

Here’s to a new beginning.

Our team members have been improving people's homes—and lifestyles—for 35 years. We're a premier firm in Coastal Virginia that specializes in design and construction for residential remodels and additions. Our staff and expertise can help you navigate the path to where you want to be with stellar service and results.

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Design Build Services

Kitchens

The heart of the home, where daily life unfolds and people gather. We design kitchens that are both beautiful and functional, tailored to how you live.
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Bathrooms

A space to reset and recharge. Whether your style is modern, classic, or somewhere in between, we create bathrooms that feel both timeless and intentional.
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Whole House

Ready to reimagine your home? We help uncover its full potential, bringing together thoughtful design and craftsmanship to create a cohesive, functional space.
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Additions

A well-designed addition should feel like it was always meant to be there. We create spaces that blend seamlessly with your home while giving you room to grow.

What Our Clients Are Saying…

“Benson Homes is more than a construction company. They are a group of talented, caring individuals that are willing to help in all aspects. Their quality of work is excellent. The design team came up with everything that we had hoped for in remodeling our house. We were able to completely redo our entire house and were even able to obtain space in places we didn’t know existed.”

— Valerie C.

“...100% dependable, reliable and has the perfect way for getting things done.”

— Jackie M.

Meet Jim

Jim Benson, the founder and President of Benson Homes, has been part of the Coastal Virginia community for 35 years. From his earliest days as a contractor he has been about building trust and establishing a connection that a homeowner can draw on for years to come.

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Design. Build. Reveal.

Whether you're planning a renovation or just love a good transformation story, there's something here for you.

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Blog

New Year Checklist for Hiring a General Contractor in Hampton Roads & Coastal Virginia

A step-by-step new year checklist for hiring the right Hampton Roads remodeler and planning a successful home renovation.

How To Make Your Hampton Roads Home Holiday-Ready By 2026

The holidays have a way of making us notice our homes more—how they function, how they feel, and how they support the moments that matter most. If you’ve ever wished for a more functional kitchen or a cozier space during holiday gatherings, you’re not alone.

The Benson Homes 2025 Holiday Gift Edit

Thoughtful, Local, and Beautifully Made Holiday Gifts for the Home

How Benson Homes Transformed a Neglected Screened-In Porch into a Stunning Sunroom

When our client approached us about turning their mostly unused screened-in back porch into a sunroom, they envisioned a bright, functional space that would seamlessly integrate with their home. Here’s how Benson Homes brought their vision to life.

What’s Your Top Home Remodeling Need Based on Your Holiday Personality?

Ready to uncover your ultimate remodeling project inspired by your own holiday personality? Let’s dive in!

5 Things to Do Today to Have Your Dream Home by the Next Holiday Season

Here are five steps you can take right now to turn your home dreams into reality in time to enjoy next year’s holiday season.

Thanksgiving French Apple Pie with Crumb Topping Recipe

Every Thanksgiving, Jim and Linda’s oldest daughter, Sharon, makes her show-stopping French apple pie – and trust us, it steals the spotlight! With warm, cinnamon-spiced apples and a buttery crumb topping, this pie is the dessert everyone waits for. After trying it, you might just find yourself ditching the classic crust-topped pie forever. Here’s to sharing a slice of our family’s favorite tradition with you – enjoy!

Building Your Renovation Dream Team: 10 Must-Ask Questions For Your Contractor

So, you're finally ready to embark on a journey to transform your house into the home of your dreams…this is such an exciting time - congratulations! But before you take that leap, let's talk strategy when it comes to navigating your renovation.

Maximizing a Time-Worn Laundry Room & Powder Room: A Benson Homes Renovation Story

We streamline this outdated laundry room/powder room from confined quarters to a spacious, practical utility space. Our client said that the laundry room/powder room felt depressing, and their main goal was to create better functionality and more usable space.

Living Comfortably Through Home Renovation — Benson Homes

Today we’re here to share some of the renovation wisdom we’ve picked up along the way as we share the “secret sauce” to not just surviving but thriving during your home's remodeling journey.

Maximizing Home Space: Expert Remodeling — Benson Homes

For this project, we had the privilege of working with a client we had previously worked with over a decade ago. It is always a pleasure to reconnect with past clients and know that they are still enjoying the effects of our work in their everyday lives.

1960s Coastal Home’s Kitchen Transformation

This particular client lives in a beautiful ranch-style home in the heart of coastal Virginia. Built in the 60’s, the home was remodeled in the late 80’s to a style very fitting of that day and age. A very cool thing to note is that this is now the second generation of family members living in the home - it’s a place full of very special memories and was described as the “central hub” for all local and out-of-town family members…

2023 Home Remodeling Surge Explained — Benson Homes

The overwhelming majority of homeowners have decided to keep moving forward with their plans to remodel their bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, exterior areas, and more this year. Learn why in this article.