Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great family business!! They did an extensive pool wall repair and full deck replacement. We were very happy with their work and would recommend them to our friends. My wife and I would definitely use them again!"
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Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We were thrilled with the customer service and professionalism of the company. They were the only contractor to come out to inspect the project beforehand. Seth, who did the project, was extremely skilled and professional. We recommend them without reservation and will use them for future home improvement projects!"
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Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They were professional, honest and fair."
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Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
Customers say: Terrific value
"Mike was a true professional from beginning to end with this project. He replaced two sections of our wooden fence that had been damaged from wind. Great price and he did a fantastic job with everything overall. Very good communication and reliable. Mike is also courteous, considerate and knowledgeable. It was a great experience and I would absolutely use his services for other projects we have in mind. Highly recommend."
Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"A job well done. Very friendly, professional and reliable. Will definitely use again for other projects."
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Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1981
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"Excellent job, neat and clean, arrived as scheduled. Would definately use again!"
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Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"Great job super easy to work wothn"
Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Offers commercial services
Customers say: True professional
"I was searching for an architect on Angie’s list we’re building a new house in Newington, Ct Roger Greenwald popped up in my search. Roger called me the next day and we booked an appointment for him to come out to the property. He asked us what we wanted and designed the house for exactly what we needed. My mother is an elderly woman, Roger very patient and answered all my mother‘s questions. He wanted to design the house to what stage we were in our life and what would work for us. Roger is extremely knowledgeable in what he does, he returned every phone call every email immediately or within 24 hours. The house he designed was just absolutely beautiful it was everything we wanted. The blueprints were ready within two weeks if not sooner. Roger Greenwald Architect is FIVE STAR I highly recommend him. Once my house is fully built I will come back and upload photos"
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Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."
Serving Lakeside, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
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