The Calderaro Family LOVES Vince – and their new Calvosa home!

Hurricane Sandy caused so much physical – and emotional – damage when it struck in October 2012. Families up and down the Atlantic coast have spent years trying to get their lives back in order. For many of them, rebuilding their homes – not just repairing them – was necessary. One of those families was The Calderaro’s from Amity Harbor. Their home was destroyed by almost 4 feet of water, and they chose Vince Calvosa and The Calvosa Organization to rebuild their home.

“After our home was destroyed, we had to quickly decide how we were going to rebuild,” recall Carmine and Theresa Calderaro. “While we weren’t mentally ready to embark on the home building journey, we knew we needed to find the best contractor for the job. We met with other builders before choosing The Calvosa Organization, and we can honestly say that from our first meeting with Vince, we were thoroughly impressed. We knew right away that he was the best out there.

“Vince is everything you can ask for in a custom homebuilder. He worked closely with us to turn our ideas and dreams into reality. He took care of us every step of the way, from the initial proposal to handling the permit process with the town, even navigating through the guidelines with the NY Rising Community Reconstruction Program.

“Vince was extremely understanding and flexible throughout the whole process, and always looked out for our best interest. And the professionalism and quality of the Calvosa crew are not to be underestimated. They are the best of the best! We always felt that everyone working on our home genuinely cared about it, and how it would ultimately turn out.

“We feel blessed that we not only have a gorgeous home that will stand the test of time, but that the whole process was so seamless. We take just as much pride – if not more – in what’s behind the walls as what’s on top.

“The Calvosa Organization exceeded our expectations tenfold,” say Carmine and Theresa. “And we highly recommend them to anyone considering building a new custom home.”

The History of The Calvosa Organization

At The Calvosa Organization, we believe in the importance of home, family and communities in the lives of our homeowners. We are committed to building finely crafted custom homes and residential neighborhoods with exceptional lifestyle amenities. We pursue this goal – everyday – with sincerity and integrity. Our mission… Deliver a quality built home and an exceptional way of life.

As our president, Vincent Calvosa leads The Calvosa Organization’s commitment to superior design, construction and customer service. His impressive reputation for quality, value and experience has been formed over more than two decades, and is a testament to the exceptional building practices we espouse here at The Calvosa Organization.

Vincent Calvosa began his love affair with building at the age of 12 when he helped a builder as a summer job, and soon discovered the excitement of crafting things with his hands. He connected to the joy of seeing his labor take shape through the use of old-world skills that had been passed down from worker to worker, generation to generation. For Vincent, building was as natural as breathing. By the time he was 18, his summer job had turned into a supervisory job, and he had his first crew to run. His passion for building new homes was firmly rooted, and continues to make him happy. All these years later, his impeccable reputation speaks for itself, and his company continues to expand upon its impressive track record of performance.

The quality of The Calvosa Organization team is built upon years of relationships. On our job sites, it is not unusual to see Master Craftsmen with 30 years or more of experience, and tradesmen with extraordinary skills, working together with insight, harmo

ny and passion. We have assembled an outstanding team of professionals. Our dedicated and committed in-house staff, along with professional engineers, architects, land planners and craftsmen, ensure that our homes and neighborhoods maintain the tradition of exceptional quality and service we’re known for.

The Long Island Builders Institute has named us “Builder of the Year” in its Luxury Custom Home Building category for many years, and has awarded us their “Beam Award”, which recognizes the organization that uses the finest associates and trades for building their homes.

If you’re ready to start on your new home journey, give us a call! 631-563-2551

6 Benefits to Building a Custom Home

There are many reasons why someone might choose to build a custom Calvosa home over a semi-custom or production home. We’ve come up with some of the advantages we see in going custom.

1.) The Process. When you find the right builder, building your forever home is a really great experience. Just remember when you’re searching for a custom builder, look for one that has plenty of know-how, and has a tried and true process for everything. This is not the time to give an inexperienced builder a try.

2.) Choice. You have the opportunity to engineer everything from the placement of your appliances to the design of the custom cabinetry surrounding them. You pick the lot, the architecture, the paint colors, and the flooring. You make every decision from the foundation to the doorknobs. It is truly YOUR home!

3.) Uniqueness. For many people, it’s a once in a lifetime chance to design something that is truly unique. A custom home is personal, one-of-a-kind. It’s built just for your family.

4.) Your Lot. Finding that perfect piece of land is amazing. Being able to perfectly site your new home on it is even better. You have the opportunity to take advantage of the view, or tuck the home into a private corner.

5.) Quality. Custom builders like Calvosa are known for the quality of our work. We work with trusted craftsmen and take great pride in building homes that are masterpieces. We’re known for our old-world techniques, unparalleled integrity, and attention to detail.

6.) Flexibility. Do you need space for multiple generations of your family? Do you want the house to have Universal Design features? Are you a fitness nut who wants your own gym? Does your car collection need a new home? Custom building means you can adapt to any or all of these!

As you consider building a custom home, think about what you want, what you need, and what you’ve always dreamed of. Here at The Calvosa Organization, we believe in our process – and we look forward to helping you build your dream home!

Grace Estates… The perfect place for your family’s future

At the Calvosa Organization, we pride ourselves on building homes that are meant for family living. Here are just a few reasons why our newest homes at Grace Estates are a great place to raise a family.

Quality inside and out. From the foundation to the infrastructure to the final finishes, our homes are designed to last for generations to come. As a custom builder, we use only the best quality materials and building techniques. Calvosa homes will endure, no matter what your family throws at them!
A great location. Grace Estates is located in East Islip on the South Shore of Long Island. It’s close to the city yet has all the perks of suburban life. There are great schools, and a variety of eateries, from pizzerias to seafood houses to classic pubs. In addition to a thriving shopping district, there are beaches, a marina, state parks, and golf courses – including the nearby famed Bethpage Black Course! Great South Bay is just one mile from Grace Estates, and renowned Fire Island is a short ferry ride away.
Room to breathe! The homes at Grace Estates are ideal for your growing family. There are one-acre homesites for privacy and open space, and comfortable yet spacious homes with plenty of room to grow.
Ready for the future. We build our homes with a long list of features that make them smarter, stronger, and safer. We include smart home technology, a hurricane resistant structure, and readiness for a generator &/or solar power.

Why Buy Now? It’s a new year – and interest rates will be going up!

Have you been dreaming of building a custom home? The Calvosa Organization would love to help you design your dream home at Grace Estates!

Now is a great time to go ahead and make that dream come true. It’s a new year – and the perfect opportunity for a new start. It’s also a good time because interest rates are going up, and that will influence both how much home you can afford, as well as how much you’ll pay over the span of the loan.

Over time, as the Fed raises rates more, mortgage rates are expected to move up too. According to CNN Money, the typical fixed rate on a 30-year mortgage is currently around 4.1%. Before the election, a typical 30-year fixed rate mortgage was 3.5%, according to Freddie Mac.

While rates are rising quickly, they are still low. For example, during the last economic expansion, mortgage rates were between 5% and 7%. In the 1990s, rates were even higher, shifting between 7% and 9%.

Think a one or two percent increase won’t affect your bottom line too much? Think again!

$1.1 million home – 30-year mortgage

4.1% = $5,215 / monthly payment

5.1% = $5,972 / monthly payment

Difference of $757 / month adds up to $272,520 over the life of the loan!

Your new Calvosa Home at Grace Estates is just waiting for you. Be a smart buyer! Lock in a lower interest rate and save a bundle!