--- title: "Oronoque Home Improvement Llc" description: "Several of Oronoque Home Improvement's customers have come back for job after job. In an October 2023 Google review, a homeowner said they had called Jim f" doc_version: "2026-10-19" last_updated: "2026-10-19" --- # Oronoque Home Improvement Llc **Trade:** General Contractor / Remodeling · **Address:** 142a Balbone Ln, Stratford, CT 06614 · **Phone:** (203) 375-7495 · **Website:** http://www.oronoquehomeimprovement.com/ · **Languages:** English, Spanish **Rating: 4.1/5** (high confidence) — from 41 reviews across 9 sources. 98% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Several of Oronoque Home Improvement's customers have come back for job after job. In an October 2023 Google review, a homeowner said they had called Jim for major projects over the last eleven years, this time a deck and two entry porches redone in composite. A September 2017 Angi reviewer said they had trusted the company since buying their house in 2004, and a June 2022 Google reviewer described a leak-driven bathroom remodel as their second project, after a full re-siding, trim, doors and roof job five to six years earlier. The Stratford company says it was founded in 1980 by Jim and Candy Faris as a painting company and later added carpentry, siding, decks, windows and doors. It offers free estimates and says it is insured. Angi shows 4.8 stars from 68 ratings, Google 4.9 from 11, HomeAdvisor 4.8 from six and Houzz 5.0 from two. Decks come up in reviews from 2019 to 2025. A September 2025 Angi customer said that when town building and zoning issues ruled out the larger deck they had planned, the crew built a patio in that space instead. An October 2022 reviewer said the team showed up at 8 am every day and finished a deck in five days. In a March 2023 Angi review, a multifamily landlord described a porch rebuild, a bathroom fan vented outside and a unit repair, and said Jim called during a cold snap to remind them to plug in the heated pipe wire his crew had installed. Cost and timing draw the complaints. A June 2019 Angi reviewer said the final bill came in 28% over the estimate. A May 2019 customer called the price for a composite porch deck a bit high and said the job ran longer than expected, though Jim stuck to the quoted price. Two other reviewers, in 2018 and 2019, said hidden water damage or a leak behind siding added to the cost, and one credited Jim with photographing the damage and explaining the rebuild. In an April 2018 Angi review, a snow-removal customer called the work overpriced and unprofessional, said the driveway was plowed after they asked it not to be, and said they paid someone else to finish. Its Connecticut home improvement contractor registration, HIC.0607892, is active and held by Oronoque Home Improvement LLC. **Strengths:** - Repeat customers — reviewers describe projects spanning a decade or more - Deck builds — composite and TimberTech decks described 2019–2025 - Adapting plans — 2025 crew built a patio when zoning blocked a deck **Concerns:** - Cost overruns — a 2019 reviewer said the bill ran 28% over estimate - Snow removal — a 2018 customer called the service overpriced and unprofessional ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - Holds an active Connecticut home improvement contractor registration, HIC.0607892 _(confidence: high)_ - [State License Registry](https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx) — “CT hic license HIC.0607892 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: ORONOQUE HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC” - 4.8 stars on Angi from 68 ratings, 4.9 on Google from 11, 4.8 on HomeAdvisor from 6, 5.0 on Houzz from 2 _(confidence: high)_ - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-pfvwus-pf~254457232) — “Houzz: 5.0★ from 2 ratings” - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Oronoque%20Home%20Improvement%20Llc&query_place_id=ChIJKbNCgxsL6IkRosRoxzPnzU8) — “Google: 4.9★ from 11 ratings” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Angi: 4.8★ from 68 ratings” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.OronoqueHome.9632467.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 4.8★ from 6 ratings” - Repeat customers describe a decade or more of projects, including one who has used the company since 2004 _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPekwyazFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICOzL2k1QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Excellent! This is our second experience with Jim and the team, and both have been excellent. We had a leak that lead into a bathroom r…” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Fantastic! We have trusted OHI since we bought our house in 2004 and have not been disappointed. Jim and his crew take care of everything an…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMydlBmejZRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC2vPfz6QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Jim and his crew recently replaced our deck and both our side and back entry porches with composite decking and trim. We have called him …” - Deck and porch builds in composite and TimberTech described in reviews from 2019 to 2025 _(confidence: high)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “We recently had a fantastic experience with Jim / OHI. They built us a beautiful new deck and installed a patio door, and the workmanship wa…” - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-pfvwus-pf~254457232) — “5★ The team at Oronoque did a fantastic job on multiple projects for me. This during the Covid era and while getting through storms, power o…” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Jim Faris quoted to replace our 30-year-old wood porch deck and railing with composite material. The price seems a bit high but we were read…” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Jim and his team were fantastic. He gave us a fair quote, and talked through the options when we weren't sure if we needed to replace the ex…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2taT05HUjFNV3AzVUZveFJreDNjMDFHYUVFMkxYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkZONGR1MWp3UFoxRkx3c01GaEE2LXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ From start to finish the experience of having my new composite deck installed was excellent. The entire team deserves a 5 star rating. I…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMydlBmejZRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC2vPfz6QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Jim and his crew recently replaced our deck and both our side and back entry porches with composite decking and trim. We have called him …” - A September 2025 reviewer said the crew adapted the plan to a patio when town zoning issues blocked a larger deck _(confidence: medium)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “We recently had a fantastic experience with Jim / OHI. They built us a beautiful new deck and installed a patio door, and the workmanship wa…” - A March 2023 reviewer said Jim called during a cold snap to remind them to plug in heated pipe wiring _(confidence: medium)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “I've hired Jim and his team for several projects in the past year, including the reconstruction of an outdoor porch; installing a bathroom f…” - A June 2019 reviewer said the final cost came in 28% above the estimate _(confidence: medium)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Excellent custom service, easy scheduling. Team assembled at my house at exactly scheduled time and did great work. The estimate vs actual d…” - A May 2019 reviewer called the price a bit high and said the deck job ran longer than expected _(confidence: medium)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Jim Faris quoted to replace our 30-year-old wood porch deck and railing with composite material. The price seems a bit high but we were read…” - An April 2018 snow-removal customer called the work overpriced and unprofessional and paid someone else to finish _(confidence: medium)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “They did not do a good job at all, were over priced and unprofessional. He even plowed our driveway after we asked him not to; plowing a mou…” - The company says it was founded in 1980 by Jim and Candy Faris as a painting company _(confidence: medium)_ - [Official Website](http://www.oronoquehomeimprovement.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): Oronoque Home Improvement was founded in 1980 by Jim & Candy Faris as a full service painting company. By 1…” - Specializes in General Contractor / Remodeling _(confidence: high)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “It went Great! With Jim Faris and his crew at Oronoque we felt we were dealing with true professionals. They handled the multiple, diverse p…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT210aVJFZGpXVFpKWVhwVWVsOWxhVXBsVjIxak4xRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmtiREdjWTZJYXpUel9laUplV21jN1E%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We hired OHI to do a complete overhaul of our recently purchased condo. The owner Jim Farris has been involved in the entire process from…” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “I've hired Jim and his team for several projects in the past year, including the reconstruction of an outdoor porch; installing a bathroom f…” - Specializes in Windows / Siding / Gutters _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNCdWZtaTlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICBufmi9QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Oronoque home improvement installed my new patio door in nov 22 of this year. The team was very efficient as they were very organized i…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNad3RHaWxnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZwtGilgE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Excellent experience with Jim and team. He was very responsive, great eye for detail, solid work, and beautiful outcome. We did new sidin…” - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.OronoqueHome.9632467.html) — “5★ What was done: Ordered, negotiated, and installed custom front door. Rebuilt front porch. Found and replaced all rotted siding. Replaced …” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Replaced my windows and slider door. Crew of 3 worked at my house. The windows look great, all new trim and painting. Was very pleased with …” - Specializes in Carpentry _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2taT05HUjFNV3AzVUZveFJreDNjMDFHYUVFMkxYYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkZONGR1MWp3UFoxRkx3c01GaEE2LXc%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ From start to finish the experience of having my new composite deck installed was excellent. The entire team deserves a 5 star rating. I…” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Jim and this company are amazing. From the time they come for the estimate until the job is complete you get very personalized care. They ar…” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Jim and his team were fantastic. He gave us a fair quote, and talked through the options when we weren't sure if we needed to replace the ex…” - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “We recently had a fantastic experience with Jim / OHI. They built us a beautiful new deck and installed a patio door, and the workmanship wa…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMydlBmejZRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC2vPfz6QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Jim and his crew recently replaced our deck and both our side and back entry porches with composite decking and trim. We have called him …” - Also offers Roofing _(confidence: medium)_ - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm) — “Jim and his crew worked on our house over a three week time period. They were always prompt and notified us of any change in the schedule du…” - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNad3RHaWxnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZwtGilgE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Excellent experience with Jim and team. He was very responsive, great eye for detail, solid work, and beautiful outcome. We did new sidin…” - Also offers Bathroom Remodel _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPekwyazFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICOzL2k1QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Excellent! This is our second experience with Jim and the team, and both have been excellent. We had a leak that lead into a bathroom r…” - Also offers House Painting _(confidence: medium)_ - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.OronoqueHome.9632467.html) — “5★ What was done: Ordered, negotiated, and installed custom front door. Rebuilt front porch. Found and replaced all rotted siding. Replaced …” - [Official Website](http://www.oronoquehomeimprovement.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): Oronoque Home Improvement was founded in 1980 by Jim & Candy Faris as a full service painting company. By 1…” - Also offers Specialty Services _(confidence: low)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQybGRELUZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x4fcde733c768c4a2!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID2ldD-Fw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ We used Oronoque to redo damaged and cracked plaster in our house. His crew was neat and professional and the "plaster" texture they cre…” ## License Status: **active** (#HIC.0607892, hic) — verified against the official CT state registry on 2026-10-19, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx ## Sources - [Official Website](http://www.oronoquehomeimprovement.com): 40 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Oronoque%20Home%20Improvement%20Llc&query_place_id=ChIJKbNCgxsL6IkRosRoxzPnzU8): Listed on this source - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Oronoque%20Home%20Improvement%20Llc&query_place_id=ChIJKbNCgxsL6IkRosRoxzPnzU8): 4.9★ from 11 ratings - [Better Business Bureau](https://www.bbb.org/us/ct/stratford/profile/home-improvement/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-0111-22002008): Listed on this source - [BuildZoom](https://www.buildzoom.com/contractor/oronoque-home-improvement-llc): Listed on this source - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ct/stratford/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-reviews-4465353.htm): 4.8★ from 68 ratings - [Houzz](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/oronoque-home-improvement-llc-pfvwus-pf~254457232): 5.0★ from 2 ratings - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.OronoqueHome.9632467.html): 4.8★ from 6 ratings - [Local News](https://www.ctpost.com/best/map/best-kitchen-remodeling-companies-ct/): Listed on this source ## Recent reviews - **Angi · James N. · 2026-02-01**: Jim Faridi from Oronoque Home Improvement and his staff are Professional, Prompt, and Knowledgeable! I would recommend them highly. They replaced two storm doors for us and did a fantastic job! - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Susan Legeyt · 2025-09-11**: We hired OHI to do a complete overhaul of our recently purchased condo. The owner Jim Farris has been involved in the entire process from initial proposal to over sight of his crew. Jim is responsive and not only suggests changes but he listens to what you have envisioned and makes it happen. His cr… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jerome Turner · 2025-09-10**: From start to finish the experience of having my new composite deck installed was excellent. The entire team deserves a 5 star rating. If you’re considering a home improvement project, I recommend Oronoque Home Improvement. Their team is skilled, professional and dedicated to completing the project… - **Angi · Tom B. · 2025-09-01**: We recently had a fantastic experience with Jim / OHI. They built us a beautiful new deck and installed a patio door, and the workmanship was excellent from start to finish. When we ran into unexpected building and zoning issues with the town, they were incredibly flexible and worked with us to adju… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · David L Trapasso Sr · 2024-11-01**: Project was completed sooner than promised - high quality workmanship. I recommend OHI. - **Angi · Nicola K. · 2024-06-01**: Jim and his crew were great…on time professional…kept me updated… high quality work… worth the price… would recommend highly - **Angi · Jeanine S. · 2023-11-01**: I would recommend Oronoque Home Improvement to anyone. Jim and his crew met all of my wants and needs. Jim was patient in listening to what I wanted and together we came up with a plan with his professional recommendations and ideas. Jim made me comfortable when I needed to ask any questions about t… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Maureen Cunningham · 2023-10-14**: Jim and his crew recently replaced our deck and both our side and back entry porches with composite decking and trim. We have called him repeatedly over the last eleven years to do any necessary, major projects because the work is always excellent, the cleanup is thorough and the crew are prompt and… - **Angi · susan G. · 2023-10-01**: Replaced my windows and slider door. Crew of 3 worked at my house. The windows look great, all new trim and painting. Was very pleased with the work that was done. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lindsey Raccuia · 2023-09-06**: Excellent experience with Jim and team. He was very responsive, great eye for detail, solid work, and beautiful outcome. We did new siding, windows, roof, gutters, and doors. --- Data freshness: last scanned 2026-10-13T09:57:51.323Z. 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