Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
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Credit card accepted
"They do a good quality job and they clean up after themselves"
Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"It has been our pleasure to have Tillman Carpentry complete our privacy fence project! Zachery helped us work within our budget, providing a very fair quote. Their great, hard-working crew did a top notch job, completing our 80' fence in one day. We are very pleased with the end result and highly recommend Tillman Carpentry!"
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Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"They did a great job opening our pool. Very personable and knowledgeable. Would recommend."
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Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
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"Replaced countertop and cabinets. Workers were great at what they do. I recommend this company"
Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1991
Free estimates
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Neri, Inc., is located in Crete, IL, and has successfully served the greater Chicago south suburbs and northwest Indiana since 1991. From Hinsdale to Kankakee and Joliet to Merrillville, IN., Neri, Inc., provides free estimates, quality products and expert workmanship - on schedule and on budget!\n
Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"John answered on the first call and came by the same day to see the work and give me a price. 2 days later he had his crew there on time and ready to work. They went above and beyond and made sure to not only remove everything from the home but also haul everything away so I wouldn't be stuck with all the garbage. I would hire them again and will be referring them to people."
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Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 1983
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Communication and follow up: Very unprofessional. Workmanship; 1) Siding -Excellent 2) Gutters -had to call them back because of bad workmanship. Price: I might have overpaid"
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Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Abraham Home Improvement just installed a 12 x 12 deck for us. The 3 gentlemen were very friendly with both me and my pup. They were on time and worked a full day. They cleaned up any and all material, they also moved any extra material into my shed. They were reasonably price, and I am considering using them again. I have posted pictures on Facebook for all of my friends to see and I have a couple of people ask for their number. I would most definitely recommend them."
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Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Credit card accepted
"We previously had our sidewalks replaced years ago and the work was sub par. When our front porches began to deteriorate, we contacted Sammson Concrete for an estimate along with a few other concrete contractors. After contacting Steve, he was out within two days to provide us with an estimate. The other contractors we contacted neither showed up or provided us with uncompetitive estimates with lengthy start dates. When we contacted Sammson to award the job, we totally expected to be put on an extended waiting list. Despite our expectations, Steve said they could get to the job within a few weeks and actually gave us a date that they would be there and informed us how long it would take to complete the job. Steve called us the day before the start date and said it might be the next day before they could start work due to inclement weather. Though we also watched the weather, it was good to hear from them regarding the possible delay. Sammson, as promised, was there the following day with their crew. After tearing out the porches, they discovered rotten wood which needed to be replaced. Sammson took pictures, explained the same to my wife, and sent me text pictures of the rotten wood. After reviewing the pictures, they called to re-explain the needed repairs as I was at work at the time. After the wood was replaced, they first poured the two patios with colored concrete and pattern the same, Wonderful! Next came the pour day for the sidewalks on one of our most hot and humid days in early July. Despite a day that many might have found an excuse not to show up, the sidewalks were poured with a brushed finish. Even after the job was completed and paid for, Sammson followed up the work to make sure we were completely happy with the job. We couldn't be more satisfied with the work and we recommend Sammson Concrete to others who may need concrete work."
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Serving Crown Point, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Beyond the 4 Walls Construction tore down my old shed and built a new one in its place. Courtney, the owner, did a great job in a timely manner. He gave me more storage space by building the shed taller and installing more shelves. After building the new shed, they did a fantastic job in remodeling my garage. The garage was completely insulated, drywalled, a new ceiling remodeled, windows reframed and the garage was completely painted. At the end of each the day, everything was cleaned up and when the projects were completed, all debris was removed. Courtney is courteous, professional and dependable. I am very happy with my garage and shed, and would recommend Beyond the 4 Walls to anyone looking to have some remodeling, painting, building or any related work done. E. Johnson"
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