By Marco Santoro, NYC Business

Linda Chen, owner of Safe & Sound Renovations, has spent 14 years providing home improvement services to Staten Island families. Specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodels, energy-efficient upgrades, and home safety solutions, the company combines craftsmanship with customer-centered service.

Safe & Sound Renovations offers design consultation, project management, construction, and finishing services. Chen works closely with clients from concept to completion, ensuring that every project meets both aesthetic and functional needs.

The business has grown steadily, expanding its team to include 15 skilled contractors and designers, all local residents. Chen emphasizes the importance of hiring from within the community to provide stable jobs while fostering a sense of neighborhood connection.

Community engagement is a cornerstone of Safe & Sound’s philosophy. Chen hosts DIY workshops, provides home safety seminars for seniors, and partners with local nonprofits to renovate homes for families in need. “Improving homes is improving neighborhoods,” she says.

Operating a small business in Staten Island comes with challenges such as fluctuating material costs, seasonal construction limitations, and regulatory compliance. Chen addresses these through careful project planning, supplier partnerships, and ongoing staff training.

Being a New Yorker, Chen notes, requires adaptability, hard work, and creativity. “Every home project is a reflection of the city’s resilience and diversity,” she says. Looking forward, Safe & Sound Renovations plans to expand eco-friendly remodeling services and continue community education programs.