Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"Prompt, courteous and work well done."
Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
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Customers say: True professional
"Delano at Smart Dovas did an amazing job in my home. He along with his apprentice. Took their time and did a fantastic job. He even corrected little things around my home that I didn't even mention. After the work was completed, they cleaned my floors so neatly. I truly appreciate their services. I will ne calling them back for other things that I need to have done in my home."
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Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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"AP Construction did great job on my deck repairs. I am very pleased with the results and the way in which they were delivered! Professionally done with communications regarding status through out the project lifecycle!"
Serving Gary, 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 Gary, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"Fast and friendly service! The work on my garage was done in one day! I’m very happy with All Pro Remodeling!"
Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 1991
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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 Gary, IN and surrounding areas
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Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
My name is Gabriel Taylor. I attended Colombia College with a Bachelor of Arts. Upon graduation, i entered the advertising world fabricating models and props for t.v. and print ads. My knowledge of tools expanded greatly. Having always been handy, this fine tuning of shop skills led me to realize that there's much more job availability in home repair/ remodeling/ etc. Now, with 25 years of experience under my thumb, there is little that i haven't come across in the world of trade work. From electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, locksmithing, tile, etc., i always deliver quality results with a strong artistic awareness and touch. Caring for the customers wants and needs is primary. I believe in giving them exactly what i would want in a skilled worker in my home. Kindness, honesty, cleanliness, reliability, and quality results.
Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
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Emergency services offered
"They did a very good job, were quick and clean. I would definitely hire them again."
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Serving Gary, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
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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 Gary, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
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"Sammson Concrete is a pleasure to work with. Steve Leigh is professional, respectful, and personable. His communication is prompt and efficient. He utilizes texting, and email which is convenient for the customer, as well as phone calls. Sammson Concrete's crew works hard and is highly skilled."
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