Detroit's Trusted Renovation Experts — For Over 27 Years.
Built in Detroit. Built on Trust.
Neal Williams didn't set out to build a company — he set out to do good work. A Detroit native with a General Contractor license and a belief that craftsmanship matters, he started Something New Painting & Renovation with a single home restoration. That was 27 years ago. What followed was built entirely on reputation.
No major advertising campaigns. No shortcuts. Just a crew that showed up on time, communicated honestly, and left every job better than they found it. Word spread — neighbor to neighbor, referral to referral — until Something New became one of Detroit's most recognized names in residential and commercial renovation. Nearly 100 five-star reviews on HomeAdvisor tell part of the story. The other part is simpler: most of our new clients come from someone who's already worked with us.
A Company With a Conscience
In 2026, Neal and long-time client turned business partner Jeremy Tick of Grosse Pointe founded the From The Heart Foundation of Detroit. The mission is straightforward — provide free minor home repairs to Detroit residents in need. Ten percent of every dollar earned by Something New goes directly to From The Heart. For Neal, this wasn't a business decision. It was the natural extension of everything he already believed about what good work is for.
What We Believe
Every home tells a story. Every renovation is a chance to write a better chapter. Something New exists to do that work with care, precision, and a standard of quality that our clients can count on — whether it's a fresh coat of paint, a simple refresh or a complete gut rehabilitation.
Detroit built us. We build Detroit back.