Serving Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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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."
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Serving Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was happy with the crew and the outcome of the project. Very personable and professional company that was able to fit my project in quickly and completed it within a day. Will definitely have them back out for a couple more projects I need to have done."
+16
Serving Gresham, 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 Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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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 Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"I had gutter guards installed, a side door to the garage fixed so it won't leak, a new curtain rod installed along with 2 solar outdoor security cameras. The generate both very nice and pleased with the overall experience."
+7
Serving Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Two jobs so far from Hashtag: A beautiful cedar fence and also a new garage entry door and rebuild of the steps leading to the garage. Really like the detailed estimate and the excellent communication throughout the process. The quality and craftsmanship is top tier."
+32
Serving Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were very professional in their work. Very maticulous. Highly recommend"
+15
Serving Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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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 Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I hired JJM construction to repair my large deck from a recommendation of a friend of mine who had met him at church. Jared provided me with a bid and recommendations on how he would repair my deck and preserve portions of the existing deck. His bid was very reasonable, and he also included a couple other jobs that I needed to have done at the same time. When Jared and Jeremy came out to do the work, they had the deck repair done within three days. They did an outstanding job. I feel as though I have a brand new deck. The workmanship was very meticulous and they were very thoughtful of my property and left it cleaner than what they started with. I would definitely hire Jared and his company again should I have a need for any other work. I will say that I have been screwed over by other general contractors in the past on work on my house, but this time I think I found the diamond of contractors. Clarification I will be doing the painting and staining myself."
Serving Gresham, OR and surrounding areas
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"Small Town sheds helped me with a chicken coop build. As well as a run, As well as pens in the barn."
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