Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
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Warranties offered
"The shed took a bit more time and the gate was done solidly since the post was never in cement- was above ground and the gate was heavy for the post. Several handymen a few years ago declined even to do the gate post on the deck- shed was not an issue back then."
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
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"We have had them do several jobs over the years from building a deck, to installing doors, outdoor lights and exterior painting. We have been extremely happy with anything they have worked on. We will be calling them for more projects in the future. We highly recommend them."
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Emergency services offered
"I needed my garbage disposal to be fixed and reached Robert. He was so professional and offered some great advice and troubleshooting prior to coming out. Super honest and helpful. Fixed my issue within minutes. Will absolutely call again, was super impressed! Professional, knowledgeable, wonderful experience."
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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Customers say: True professional
"Highly recommend! Frank and his crew were so great. I couldnâ t be happier with my bathroom remodel. Super easy to work with and very professional."
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Warranties offered
"3D Water Gardens responded immediately to my request and began services two days later, exactaly on schedule and at the price quoted. While they've only provided services for about three weeks, their work so far is excellent. I'm definitely considering them for an expanded set of services. My only concern is that too many others will find out how good they are!"
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Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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"Good listener, finished the job in half the time we thought it would take. Brandon knows his stuff about construction and gave us some great tips and suggestions."
Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Warranties offered
"Service was excellent. Came within our timeframe. Price was reasonable. Very neat. No mess Doors were trimmed at bottom to accommodate new carpeting. We were worried about someone cutting the doors too high, but he did a perfect job!"
Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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"Robert did a really good job cleaning our gutters. What's nice is he bags them up on the roof rather than blow them off onto the ground. We were very happy with Robert and will hire him again."
Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"My property masters did great work on my deck."
Serving Grayslake, IL and surrounding areas
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Warranties offered
Customers say: Super punctual
"We recently had our two main bathrooms remodeled by A P Builder (Owner is Angelo). We are totally thrilled with the end results of these projects. Angelo was involved in every phase of the project, many times offering valuable suggestions that we had not thought about. The work was done while paying attention to every detail, no matter how large or small. If and when there was a “glitch”, it was dealt with promptly and completely to our satisfaction. I would highly recommend Angelo and his company for future work at our home. Bravo to A.P. Builders and Angelo for a JOB WELL DONE!"
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