Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Robert was very professional, knowledgeable and made recommendations in areas were we had special requests.. His crew did a great job in completing the project. We would highly recommend Mid-Atlantic Exteriors."
Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Fence is excellent. Work was timely and excellent quality."
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Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Amazing service and quality! Came in really quick and got the fencing done.The fence looks amazing and is very stromg and sturdy! Don worked with me to help get my parents set up with a new fence and did an amazing job. Definitely will go back to them for any future work!"
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Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Steve exceeded our every expectation! He replaced two tiles that were cracked, installed tile trim, cleaned and sealed all tiles in two bathrooms as well as a glass enclosure to our Master Bath a shower. He Made our baths look brand new, was very professional & personable! I would hire him for every job as he is a perfectionist!"
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Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1996
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"Mr Handyman's technicians always arrive on time and do their work expertly and efficiently. I had a number of things that needed work on and he did a great job on everything. I really like the fact that Mr Handyman will pick up needed supplies at the store for me. In addition to great technicians, Mr Handyman has a great office staff. An all around good experience."
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Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Emergency services offered
Customers say: True professional
"Outstanding job, great customer service, great quality of work, great work ethic. It is so nice to have a contractor who does what they say they are going to do and shows up when they say they are going to show up. Phelps Construction removed and rebuilt my garage and they did an outstanding job. I highly recommend this company."
Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They repaired the deck and designed a shed roof awning to give us shade. Installed a fan & light. Great to work with."
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Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1965
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My backyard oasis is now complete! They did an amazing job and overall completed really fast. They kept to the design we talked about and color of the stones came out really well with the color of our home. Customer service is amazing and very friendly. Thank you Marlowe’s We Care Co!!"
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Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Once again outstanding service. I hired Power House Painting last year to clean my home and this year they did not let me down. The tech (Amiri Catton) was on time and did a fantastic job on my once dirty home. Thank You."
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Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Shed repair was done and the company was awesome. They were so professional and did great work. Sam was the lead on the job and went above and beyond my expectations. My money was well invested and they kept me up to date"
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