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Long Fence
3.88(
226
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In business since 1945

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initial rep was great and informative. Felt comfortable with initial sale. Hardly had any contact from customer service except for the payments. There were several delays that we were not informed about unless we called to ask. Took 7 months before they showed up to begin project. Only 1 person was sent to build steps. Took a week. Hard worked, hardly took a break. Had to call again to see when they would come to pour patio. Never knew when they were coming, they just showed up. Hardly spoke with the homeowners. Inspection paperwork was just left on porch. Additional paperwork that is "required by the County" had to be completed by homeowner and taken to Court house to be notarized and filed and also provide a copy back to Long Fence. Time sensitive materials which added to homeowners to-do list. Gave this contract to LF on the surface of their history and appearance of a 'good local company' but should have stayed with original contactors in VA. Puddle of water forms when it rains"
Recommended by70%of homeowners
KADCON
New to Angi

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Established in 1992, KADCON Corporation is a full-service licensed general contractor operating in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. KADCON has been engaged in many unique construction projects and offers a variety of construction and home improvement services.

Beltway Cleaning Systems
1.00(
1
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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Beltway Cleaning Systems provides a full commercial and residential facility maintenance from appliance installation to home and facility repairs interior and exterior. \nWe cover items from HVAC, Plumbing, Gutters, Windows and Doors lawn mowing and more. If your looking for quality work at a reasonable price, look no further.

Potomac Run
5.00(
3
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In business since 2010

Free estimates

12 years of experience in cabinet making & furniture design.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
2 Guys & a Pick Up Truck & Junk Removal /Hauling
4.00(
6
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In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

I am a FULL SERVICE, PROFESSIONAL mover based in Fort Washington Maryland near Alexandria, Virginia. 11 years driving truck experience, trained mover, professional, honest, with integrity, and a courteous to all men ,women and children, funny light hearted attitude -- all of these have earned my service a sparkling reputation with my past and current Washington DC Craigslist customers. 50% of my business is repeats and referrals. I offer flat and hourly rates, depending on the job you want to hire my service for -- call me for a free quote anytime. I can accommodate almost any size move Think "moving broker" . I do LOCAL and LONG DISTANCE moves. NO JOB TOO SMALL! ( DC- Virginia Beach va ) I've moved everything a mover can move -- except maybe a circus elephant. But hey, if Ringling Bros. ever calls, I'll be ready. Call or TEXT MSG ANYTIME at 301-357-5071 I offer the following services: *1-man jobs (we do the labor or we can do curb to curb) *2,3,4-man jobs *van and truck moves *apartment and office moves *We move practically anything -- just ask us! *We'll move your stuff from NY-MD to as far north as Vermont, or as far south as Virginia, or west to PA or even Ohio *We are not afraid of stairs. (Noisy, creaky elevators, maybe.) *we disassemble/reassemble as needed *We do labor-only jobs too. Call us to load or unload your rental truck or pod *We will do salvation army/goodwill pickups too *we load your items into storage units or we can unload your stuff from the storage into your new place ***Van or Truck, we arrive fully equip ks, boats, homes , furniture, tickets, vacation homes.

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Coles Hard Work
New to Angi

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Contact me for a professional, trustworthy handyman. I specialize in all handyman jobs from plumbing, electric, hvac, assembly, landscaping, gutter cleaning, tv mounting, painting, etc. There isn’t much I can’t do. I gained most of my experience and training from being what is known as an Area Maintenance Technician for the United States Postal Service for 12 years where I was responsible for over 300 stations in the DMV where I handled all sorts of task from minor to major repairs or installs. You can check out some of my work on instagram @coleshardwork.

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Naty Iron Work
5.00(
12
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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Naty Ironworks provides personalized custom service. Naty is an innovative craftsman, a true artisan with attention to detail. He is a hands-on professional, dependable and affordable. Naty hand-crafted 2 side panels to match my 50yr old iron gate with grape leaves, grapes and circular swirls...I was astonished!! The bannisters fit my entrance stairs perfectly, he added horizontal top portion to rails. Welded on the premises, the modern iron safety rails atop our 12 foot wall flow seamlessly to the eye. I would recommend Naty in a heartbeat."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Renovations By Ed
4.76(
17
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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First experience with Renovations by Ed; a fantastic first experience. Professional, wonderful craftsmanship. He and his contractors hav given me a great sense of trust for future work."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Super Handy LLC
New to Angi

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

No job too small! We can and will handle all items on your list. We can hang blinds in your new home or build a multi level deck. Tired of electrical cords stretched across your walls and floors? We can add outlets in specific locations for a streamlined appearance. Tired of dragging the hose all over the yard from the original hose bib location? Most companies won't bother with these type jobs but we are happy to help!\nOur attention to detail is what sets us apart. We do the little things and will ask about any specific requests before beginning the requested job.\nOur staff is well experienced in all services we offer, but if a request is over our head we'll certainly let you know. We're here to help, not cause more frustration.

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Vetbuilder.com
5.00(
17
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In business since 2006

Vetbuilder.com , in business since 2006, we are a U.S.M.C Veteran owned and operated Handyman/Service and Remodeling business. Our Craftsman have 15 plus years’ experience in the trades and the tools to get the job done. Our reputation is very important to us and it shows on every job we do. Our Craftsman are paid for their experience not for their ability to upsell. There is no commission based pressure with us. We actually care that the product we produce is something that we can be proud of. It is because of this and our consistency that we currently enjoy a 5 star rating with: Home Advisor, Facebook and an “A” rating on Angie’s List.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Alexandria, VA

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

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