Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
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Customers say: Terrific value
"Put together two nightstands, a dresser, a chest of drawers, and a wine glass/wine bottle corner unit. They were prompt, efficient, and friendly. I will definitely use them again."
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They removed four foot fence. Replaced it with six foot privacy fence and install the dog door. They are a family team and great from the estimate to completion. They were easy to communicate with. Showed up on time and been worked through the rain. They did an outstanding work. No mess behind behind we are very happy with the result and plan to use them again in the future."
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 1971
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Terry and his team were great to work with. They installed a new deck onto the back of my house and it looks fabulous! The price was reasonable and the quality is excellent! Plus they did some additional repairs on my screened in porch. I would highly recommend them!!"
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"This company got the job done efficiently and effectively. The crew built four custom gates that matched the fence perfectly in a short time frame, just before a backyard wedding and all the guests commented on how professional they look. I would recommend this company to anyone."
Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Emergency services offered
"They did an absolutely fantastic job. My pool looks 100% better."
Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Great! Timely, professional with a great finished project."
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Warranties offered
Customers say: Quick response
"Delgado was outstanding from start to finish. The initial quote and follow up was thorough. They work itself was excellent and the finished product is exactly what we wanted. We would d definitely use them again and would highly recommend!"
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Reynolds Construction did a terrific job building our screened in enclosure for our covered patio. They showed great skill and craftsmanship making our area into a bug free retreat. Their product is top notch. They listened to the questions and concerns we had and answered them with clarity. We highly recommend this company."
Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They do a great job from start to clean up."
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Serving Independence, MO and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"John is an outstanding carpenter and home improvement expert. He is organized, responsive, sets realistic expectations and completes the project as expected. John offers exceptional, high quality workmanship. I would highly recommend John."
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