Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1971
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very good, did a nice job and cleaned up once completed. the guys that installed it were great!"
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Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very professional, great value for the job. I would highly recommend Frazier builders."
Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Thank you TEMO, employees and contractors, with special thanks to Angie and Race for a job well done. We are super happy with our new 3 seasons room. It's a dream come true and then some."
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Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very well. Al was detail oriented and good with creative work arounds. Very conscientious. He had done some smaller repairs for me last year, too. Got along with the dogs and cats, also. Cleaned up every day. Polite and professional."
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Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2021
Credit card accepted
"It was awesome. I have no problem with them. They were knowledgeable. They were affordable. They showed up on time. I have honestly no complaints with them."
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Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very Professional. Just to be sure we shopped 2 other quotes and Brand New was by far the best price while offering the exact same product and warranty! I highly recommend this company for any of your home improvement needs!"
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Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
Free estimates
"It went very well the tree was right in the middle of my house the pool and my second garage and there was no damage done very pleased"
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Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I was very happy with my experience with Rock Solid Exteriors. First I met Levi when he came out (in the rain) to look at my roof and provided a great estimate. Next I spoke with Tammie in the office to get the process moving forward. My project got scheduled quickly and within a week I was meeting the Brian, Luke and the rest of the team at my home. The roofing team did a great job of protecting my patio and landscape. Each time I came outside to see what work was going on, Brian answered any questions I had. Once they were done they cleaned up and as I walked the yard with them and each time I asked a question or pointed something out they patiently answered all questions. When I asked if they could take "one more pass" with the magnet for nails they said no problem and did another sweep. Finally, today I met Jeff when he and Luke came back to walk the property and answer any additional questions I had. I would recommend Rock Solid Exteriors to anyone in need of work on their home."
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Serving Fort Gratiot, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Overall a great company and crew to work with. They worked very safely , were professional and very polite. I have some other tree projects coming up I will have them Quote."
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