Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We had Near Me Roofing Company re-shingle my 2 story house. The crew was professional , clean and on time. On our first day, it started to rain and they were happy to re-schedule to another day of the week. We were very satisfied with the finished product and would recommend them."
Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Raphael and his team were great. They built a Hog wire fence and had it up within 1.5 days. Great quality and workmanship. I will definitely reach out to them again for other outdoor projects."
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Escapes did a great job installing two fences for me. Dan was easy to communicate with before the work started. The week of the work, the installers showed up by 9am every day and worked straight to 5pm, only stopping for lunch. Tanner made sure to ask me questions along the way so that the fence would meet my expectations. They did a thorough job removing the chain link fence that was very overgrown with ivy. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to have a fence installed."
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Leo and his workers were very professional in building a fence for us. They first dismantled the old tired fence the build a wonderful and creative one of a kind fence. He bid it right away and then sent me a copy via email. I was very happy with their work and the pace with which they did the job.. I will hire them for other projects around the place."
Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"They took the time to match and configure woodwork like my upper deck that my husband built. It is solid and looks beautiful!"
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1998
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
I am highly experienced in custom construction field. I have been successfully self employed for over 25 years and have on average two employees. Able to recommend reliable experienced subcontractors when needed. I have excellent references and many repeat customers that could be contacted. I work all over Western Washington.\nPlease contact Peter Stewart 206-601 9436, squirecreekconstruction@gmail.com
Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"He is very professional and always on time. He listens to the needs and requests. His quality of work was amazing. He takes his time to make sure it's done right. He was also great at communicating with me."
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Worker did a great job planning and implementing changes to my fence gate."
Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Tim and his crew were very efficient and did such a quality job. It is always nice when you get to work with someone who specializes in their industry's knowledge, and gives you all of the options without being pushy. I would highly recommend them! We were also working with a portion of the job that was shared with a neighbor, and getting the quotes split up for that was very easy."
Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Steve and one of his guys, Jordan, came out on New Year's Eve day and installed our new hearth and mantle for our fireplace. They did a beautiful job! They also fixed some kitchen cabinets and checked our gutters. They were professional, and fun, and they did a great job! They even cleaned up after themselves! We will definitely call Steve again for our general contractor/handyman needs."
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