Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
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Customers say: True professional
"We love our screened in porch. It turned out beautifully and exactly how we wanted. The team from Abi-Son was great to work with. They answered all of our questions and completed the work in a timely manner. We would definitely recommend them and use them again."
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
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Emergency services offered
"KPS did a phenomenal job. They exceeded our backyard dreams. The fence installed looks absolutely beautiful. Our dogs will be able to enjoy our backyard freely now."
+118
Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2012
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Emergency services offered
"Trestle Home Services did a phenomenal job. The technician was very nice and professional. I recommend Trestle Home Services with 10 stars."
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1973
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Warranties offered
"It was excellent and I've known them for 35 years. I'm very happy with what they've done, they were on time and everything went well."
+11
Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
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Warranties offered
"Jose and his crew did an excellent job of demolishing and then filling in our in-ground pool. They landscaped the area to blend with surrounding yard. They were very professional, great customer service, and value for our money. We would highly recommend them."
+7
Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 1987
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"They did a great job and made sure that we were informed all along the way. They made sure all the subs completed the highest quality work. We added a whole master bedroom addition and office. Great work and great completion."
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Fabrizio the manager is wonderful, caring and has a great crew. This was the 2nd time we used their service, first was fence repair/ replacement, and now total yard cleanup, landscaping, deck repair. Both time we got fair quote, prompt estimate, crew was on time, worked hard, and cleaned up nicely after the job was finished. Fabrizio went over and above to accommodate our requests, made us feel well cared, we parted like friends. Highly recommend!"
+11
Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Went well. Scott and his crew showed up as scheduled, did quality work, were friendly and communicated well and kept me informed of progress, cleaned up work site every day before leaving, and repositioned a French drain line as needed that was an unexpected “surprise.” I would highly recommend Carolina Contracting for a similar project."
+8
Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Warranties offered
"This is a great Veteran owned and operated business which takes pride in it's work. I hired Seth Kolby, owner of KolbyCraft Builders, LLC, to repair portions of my three-rail split rail fence and install new fencing in other areas along with new gates. Seth is an on site, hands on owner who is easy to work with and is true to his word. Seth, Michael Morin and a dedicated crew completed the fencing project on time and on budget. I am very pleased with the work of KolbyCraft Builders. As a Charlotte native I've hired a number of companies to do repairs on my 40+ year old house and grounds and, so far, none have equaled Kolbycraft Builders for speed of completion and quality of work. I unconditionally recommend this group of fine professionals and will personally hire them for a variety of other work since fencing is just one of their many areas of expertise. Full disclosure: I do not work for or have any financial interest in KolbyCraft Builders and, as far as I know, I am not related to any person associated with them. My experience with KolbyCraft Builders has been entirely positive and if it wasn't I would certainly say so."
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Serving Indian Trail, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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Warranties offered
"Everything was always delivered and ready to go so there was no build delays and everyone was pleasant to work with. They were able to take out a window and replace it with French doors while others balked at the request. They even did a gabled roof when others would only do a shed type which I really did not want. Everything turned out perfectly and I have received a lot of compliments on how great it turned out. It looks even better than I had imagined!"
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