Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We hired Eric's to build a large retaining wall; approximately 100 feet long and 6 feet tall. They completed the work promptly, everyone I spoke to was professional and punctual, and the quality of the work is excellent. Fair price and great workmanship; recommend."
+122
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
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In business since 1997
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Josh was wonderful to work with. He repaired and rotten deck and made it safe again. Thanks for a great job! MaryP in Milwaukie."
+165
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Clearwater Construction services was a great company to work with. CJ was attentive and communicative which is hard to find in this business. Every person that came out was polite and cleaned up very well. The subs they used were top notch and I would use any of them again. They did what they said they would do and did it on time. We were so impressed how they cared for the house while working on it. They treated it like their own. I highly recommend them for any work they can do and I will use them again when needed."
+16
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Start to finish, there was consistent communication and follow up on inquiries. Would highly recommend this organization to anyone looking to find a quality team to complete levels of work beyond what a lay-man homeowner doesn't want to tackle themselves."
+7
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I highly recommend Sokol Construction for your next home improvement project. Paul and his team did an excellent job with my deck and patio cover. They were very professional, communicative, and offered their expertise when I wasn't sure what to do to make things look best. The final product is beautiful and exceeded my expectations. I’m really happy with their work!"
+31
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We had Southerland Plumbing install all of our kitchen appliances, fridge, range, over the range microwave, sink as well as our bathroom vanity, and faucets. They were quick to find effective solutions to make the appliances that we got work for our home. And everything looks and works flawless and for an unbeatable price. We will definitely be calling Roy and his team for any future remodeling work we need."
+52
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were very professional in their work. Very maticulous. Highly recommend"
+15
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"These guys gave a reasonable quote and stuck to it. They did quality work and were very responsive to my emails when I had questions or concerns. I'd recommend them to anyone needing quality fence work. These guys are great."
+99
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Small Town sheds helped me with a chicken coop build. As well as a run, As well as pens in the barn."
Serving Fairview, OR and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Jared and his crew did an outstanding job for us. We purchased a home that needed the entire interior painted after they removed the wall paper and repaired the dry wall. They also completed many other "projects" we wanted done before we moved in. In every instance the work was very professional, and the results exactly what we had hoped for. We were so impressed that we've hired Jared for a couple other projects. When looking for a contractor you want honesty, experience, knowledge, and competitive pricing. We got all that and more from Jared and his crew. Great guys, great work and outstanding results!"
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