Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1981
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Dwell exceeded our expectations. The addition Dwell added to our home is stunning. Rowland is a the definition of professional. The entire process was pain-free. If you are in the market for a builder, Dwell should be at the very top of your list."
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Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"JSD built us a new construction home. Jeff is responsive and works hard to make sure you are happy with the finished product. He is willing and quick to resolve any issues or concerns and takes pride in his work. Jeff is fair and is capable in handling the challenges of building a home with all the bureaucracy involved in the process."
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Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The job was perfect! I’m so thrilled with my new countertops! Thank you so much! Fantastic job!"
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Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
"My experience was great. I enjoyed them. They were good to work with. I have no complaints."
Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Warranties offered
Customers say: True professional
"MF Builders did an excellent job on our home addition, as well as the kitchen and bathroom remodeling. The work was completed on time, with great attention to detail, and they were very professional throughout the entire process. Highly recommend!!"
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Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was very impressed with Sentri Homes - their customer service was excellent. They sent a subcontractor to install some vinyl laminate in my bathroom and he ended up getting glue all over the carpet in our bedroom. The sub ended up ghosting both me and Sentri, leaving me stuck with a ruined carpet. Sentri stuck with me for over a month to get the carpet replaced with the identical original and to get the vinyl job 100% completed. The carpet was a Home Depot exclusive and Sentri handled everything with them. I will be using Sentri for a much bigger renovation I have coming up soon, because I know that they will make sure everything gets done right no matter what problems come up. The vinyl looks great too."
Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Platinum Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6 years of experience serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 2023
Offers commercial services
Were a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Joe and his crew were professional and easy to work with. They completed my basement job (flooring, windows, doors, ceiling, new lighting and ceiling tiles) and it looks great. The project was completed in the timeframe provided and there were no delays. I would highly recommend V&R and will use them again."
Serving Middletown, NJ and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
Free estimates
"This is the first review I've ever written and have to say Derek did a fantastic job painting my home. Derek is a honest, hardworking guy who did a beautiful job on our home. He was on time, very professional and was completely trustworthy! I was not there the entire time but left the key and remote to my home with him. He finished painting, cleaned everything up and left the house just as I would have. My walls have rounded corners which are hard to paint when going from room to room with different colors but he did it effortlessly. I was so satisfied with the beautiful painting he did we had him back two months later to paint the first floor of our home. I would highly recommend using A+ Professional Painting - you will be very pleased you did!
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