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Iron Horse Construction & Fine Wood Working
32 Finetta Lane
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Approved Pro
Iron Horse Construction & Fine Wood Working
32 Finetta Lane
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Iron Horse Construction & Fine Wood Working has been working in and around the construction industry for over 15 years. Bringing quality, expertise, and experience to each and every person and their project that we work with! Call us today to schedule your appointment!

Iron Horse Construction & Fine Wood Working has been working in and around the construction industry for over 15 years. Bringing quality, expertise, and experience to each and every person and their project that we work with! Call us today to schedule your appointment!


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Porches! Porches! Porches!
1300 W 19th St, Ste. 7295
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Porches! Porches! Porches!
1300 W 19th St, Ste. 7295
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
35 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

At Porches! Porches! Porches!, we specialize in transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional extensions of your home. With over 30 years of industry experience, we offer expert porch installations, porch repairs, deck installations, deck repairs, and concrete patio services—all tailored to your specific needs and style. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and exceptional customer satisfaction. We handle every step of the process, including permits, city inspections, and private engineer inspections, so you can enjoy a stress-free experience from start to finish. Whether you're looking to add a new porch, restore a worn deck, or upgrade your outdoor living space with a stunning concrete patio, we use only high-quality materials and proven techniques to ensure lasting beauty and durability. Trust Porches! Porches! Porches! to build the perfect outdoor space you’ll love for years to come.

"Did excellent work"

Charles T on December 2022

At Porches! Porches! Porches!, we specialize in transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional extensions of your home. With over 30 years of industry experience, we offer expert porch installations, porch repairs, deck installations, deck repairs, and concrete patio services—all tailored to your specific needs and style. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and exceptional customer satisfaction. We handle every step of the process, including permits, city inspections, and private engineer inspections, so you can enjoy a stress-free experience from start to finish. Whether you're looking to add a new porch, restore a worn deck, or upgrade your outdoor living space with a stunning concrete patio, we use only high-quality materials and proven techniques to ensure lasting beauty and durability. Trust Porches! Porches! Porches! to build the perfect outdoor space you’ll love for years to come.

"Did excellent work"

Charles T on December 2022


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Sanabria Outdoor Solutions
3919 Brook Garden Lane
4.28(
331
)
Approved Pro
Sanabria Outdoor Solutions
3919 Brook Garden Lane
4.28(
331
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
171 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Here at Sanabria Outdoor Solutions we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I also had my trees trimmed. Octavio was so helpful, very knowledgeable and very professional. The team did an excellent job in the removal and the trimming of the trees. They also did a great job on the clean up. Thank you Octavio"

Karen J on July 2024

Here at Sanabria Outdoor Solutions we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I also had my trees trimmed. Octavio was so helpful, very knowledgeable and very professional. The team did an excellent job in the removal and the trimming of the trees. They also did a great job on the clean up. Thank you Octavio"

Karen J on July 2024


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Mizell Brothers Construction, LLC
113 Furr Road
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Mizell Brothers Construction, LLC
113 Furr Road
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

At Mizell Brothers Construction, LLC, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it is remodels or building a garage, we can take care of all your renovation needs. Ask us about our New SEAMLESS Gutters, too! Commercial remodeling is much of our business, also. We work with James Avery Jewelry Co. on a regular basis and hold a high standard of quality in our work. We look forward to working with you! Give us a call direct!

"Working with Mizell Bros is ongoing as I have another project currently. Five years now working with them."

Randal F on May 2024

At Mizell Brothers Construction, LLC, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it is remodels or building a garage, we can take care of all your renovation needs. Ask us about our New SEAMLESS Gutters, too! Commercial remodeling is much of our business, also. We work with James Avery Jewelry Co. on a regular basis and hold a high standard of quality in our work. We look forward to working with you! Give us a call direct!

"Working with Mizell Bros is ongoing as I have another project currently. Five years now working with them."

Randal F on May 2024


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R4 Texas Solutions
4124 Ross St
4.90(
5
)
Approved Pro
R4 Texas Solutions
4124 Ross St
4.90(
5
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very professional. Job completed very quickly and was very well done. I will definitely plan to use them again if a need arises. Thank you so much for taking care of this job for us."

Geraldine S on December 2024

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very professional. Job completed very quickly and was very well done. I will definitely plan to use them again if a need arises. Thank you so much for taking care of this job for us."

Geraldine S on December 2024


Sonart Construction Corp.
4542 Southwest 25th Avenue
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Sonart Construction Corp.
4542 Southwest 25th Avenue
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
243 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you’ll notice that we’re particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!

"The first red flag is representing himself as Steve Perez on Angi’s list when in fact his name is Ziv. There’s the hard sell and false promises (finish a kitchen remodel in 5-6 weeks) when it took 4 months. Unprofessionalism is an understatement. He communicates through texting like a teenager and screams at the client when in fact errors are his fault or his sub-contractors. We provided appliance specs very early in the process and the electrician still made errors for which Ziv wanted us to pay for. The cabinets delivered were incomplete which he blamed on us. He demanded a final payment and threatened to put a lean on our house when the work was incomplete per the contract. Then Subs starting calling demanding payment which was resolved after we provided cashed checks to Sonart Construction. Don’t believe what I say. Read the BBB review complaints for a well-deserved F rating."

Tracy L on November 2024

Sonart Construction Corp. has over15 years of experience in providing a variety of exterior and interior renovation services. We provide services to Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.. We specialize in Bathroom Remodeling, Kitchen Remodeling, Flooring and the list goes on. Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach and keep the customer informed through every phase of the project. When interacting with our company, you’ll notice that we’re particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing, and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your renovation needs. Give us a call today!

"The first red flag is representing himself as Steve Perez on Angi’s list when in fact his name is Ziv. There’s the hard sell and false promises (finish a kitchen remodel in 5-6 weeks) when it took 4 months. Unprofessionalism is an understatement. He communicates through texting like a teenager and screams at the client when in fact errors are his fault or his sub-contractors. We provided appliance specs very early in the process and the electrician still made errors for which Ziv wanted us to pay for. The cabinets delivered were incomplete which he blamed on us. He demanded a final payment and threatened to put a lean on our house when the work was incomplete per the contract. Then Subs starting calling demanding payment which was resolved after we provided cashed checks to Sonart Construction. Don’t believe what I say. Read the BBB review complaints for a well-deserved F rating."

Tracy L on November 2024


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Brennan Enterprises Inc
2100 E Randol Mill Rd
4.62(
507
)
Approved Pro
Brennan Enterprises Inc
2100 E Randol Mill Rd
4.62(
507
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1429 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

The Brennan family has been servicing the needs of the Texas homeowner since 1979 and plans on continuing to do so for generations to come. When we say we want to be your home improvement partner for life, we mean it. Services Offered: — Replacement Windows w/Installation — Supply-Only Windows — Replacement Exterior Doors — Supply-Only Exterior Doors **Please note we currently are not offering interior doors, glass replacement, or repair services for products not sold or installed by our team** More About Brennan Enterprises: — Serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex — Angi's Super Service Award for last 8 years — A+ Rated and Accredited with the BBB — HGTV Alumni — Remodeling 550: 2013, 2014, 2016 — DWM Magazine Top 100: 2016, 2022, 2023 — Qualified Remodeler Magazine Top 500: 2023 — Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave: 2021, 2022, 2023

"6 years after our original level 4 roof install we started to upgrade the paint scheme of the house. We started to remove the gutters so the fascia could be painted and behold we discovered that Brennan installed the drip edge on top of the felt instead of directly on the roofing plywood! Now we have to get a contractor out here to repair over 200 linear feet of drip edge and roofing before we can paint and rehang the gutters!!"

Scott H on September 2023

The Brennan family has been servicing the needs of the Texas homeowner since 1979 and plans on continuing to do so for generations to come. When we say we want to be your home improvement partner for life, we mean it. Services Offered: — Replacement Windows w/Installation — Supply-Only Windows — Replacement Exterior Doors — Supply-Only Exterior Doors **Please note we currently are not offering interior doors, glass replacement, or repair services for products not sold or installed by our team** More About Brennan Enterprises: — Serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex — Angi's Super Service Award for last 8 years — A+ Rated and Accredited with the BBB — HGTV Alumni — Remodeling 550: 2013, 2014, 2016 — DWM Magazine Top 100: 2016, 2022, 2023 — Qualified Remodeler Magazine Top 500: 2023 — Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave: 2021, 2022, 2023

"6 years after our original level 4 roof install we started to upgrade the paint scheme of the house. We started to remove the gutters so the fascia could be painted and behold we discovered that Brennan installed the drip edge on top of the felt instead of directly on the roofing plywood! Now we have to get a contractor out here to repair over 200 linear feet of drip edge and roofing before we can paint and rehang the gutters!!"

Scott H on September 2023


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MUSTANG FENCING
13004 Murphy Road
4.93(
67
)
Approved Pro
MUSTANG FENCING
13004 Murphy Road
4.93(
67
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
2017 local quotes requested

Welcome to Mustang Fencing & Gates, your #1 destination for top-quality fencing and gate solutions in the greater Houston area. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, we take pride in offering a wide range of services tailored to meet your residential & commercial fencing needs. Passed on from father to son, with a passion for craftsmanship and a dedication to providing durable fencing & gate solutions, Our family have been serving Houston, Katy, Sugarland, Richmond, Spring, Conroe, The Woodlands, Humble, Tomball, Pearland and Pasadena for 21 years. Our Services:, Wood Fences, Vinyl Fences, Chainlink Fences, Automatic Gates, Wooden Gates, Iron Gates, & Vinyl Gates Contact us today to schedule a free consultation

"All is good."

Robert D on February 2025

Welcome to Mustang Fencing & Gates, your #1 destination for top-quality fencing and gate solutions in the greater Houston area. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, we take pride in offering a wide range of services tailored to meet your residential & commercial fencing needs. Passed on from father to son, with a passion for craftsmanship and a dedication to providing durable fencing & gate solutions, Our family have been serving Houston, Katy, Sugarland, Richmond, Spring, Conroe, The Woodlands, Humble, Tomball, Pearland and Pasadena for 21 years. Our Services:, Wood Fences, Vinyl Fences, Chainlink Fences, Automatic Gates, Wooden Gates, Iron Gates, & Vinyl Gates Contact us today to schedule a free consultation

"All is good."

Robert D on February 2025


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Marina Bay Construction
852 Davis Road
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Marina Bay Construction
852 Davis Road
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
404 local quotes requested

Marina Bay Construction We are a small construction company with over 40 years of experience in the construction field . Kitchens ,bathrooms Are our specialties, We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He replace my French doors which leads to my back yard with a wall & 1 door. Very nice, worked around my shcedule, very reasonable rate, explained every thing well. Will definitely hire again."

Shirley P on February 2025

Marina Bay Construction We are a small construction company with over 40 years of experience in the construction field . Kitchens ,bathrooms Are our specialties, We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He replace my French doors which leads to my back yard with a wall & 1 door. Very nice, worked around my shcedule, very reasonable rate, explained every thing well. Will definitely hire again."

Shirley P on February 2025


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Colony Builders Inc
6613 W Sam Houston Pkwy N
3.58(
31
)
Approved Pro
Colony Builders Inc
6613 W Sam Houston Pkwy N
3.58(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
2991 local quotes requested
38 years of experience

Contact Colony Builders Inc in Houston, TX, for full home improvement services. Our company focuses on siding replacement, window replacement, patio covers, room additions and more. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Well, what can I say about Colony Builders? Well, this will be kind of long... but they get full marks from us. We were looking for an enclosed patio for our backyard that joins onto the house. Mainly due to the breaker box being outside and the royal pain of going outside in the pouring rain to flip the breakers every time the power goes off. We also wanted a nice place where we could make the area look nice with potted hanging plants and planter beds. We searched online at various sites including Amazon for what we wanted. The pricing of such a patio online was around the $5,000 range and the reviews were just awful due to the bad workmanship and lack of instructions, so it was there I decided to look up local building companies, and that's when Colony Builders popped onto my screen. We made an appointment online, and within a couple of days we were paid a visit by business owner Ali, who politely sat with us and from there we discussed our ideas of our vision of what we wanted. He worked with us and offered suggestions of his own for an enclosed patio. When we were done, he quoted the price, which was 4 times the amount of the shoddy kit patios we were researching earlier. Unfortunately it was out of our price range, so after he left, we thought about it for awhile before deciding we didn't need it enclosed. After contacting them again, Ali's nephew Mahdi came out to meet with us to discuss this different route. Mahdi is a born people-person and was wonderful to talk things through with. He was respectful and treated us like good friends instead of potential clients. He also understood perfectly of the changes we wanted and offered suggestions to help us save more money on the project. For instance, we have a concrete slab outside our back door. It is standard for townhomes in our area. We also wanted a tile floor on the patio which would be expensive. He offered the faux-tile stamping option, which was much cheaper. Basically stamping tile patterns into the freshly-laid concrete with different powdered colors to give the perfect illusion of tiles, which was perfect for us on a budget. From there we were certain we wanted to go ahead with the project. We decided on an open design patio on sturdy posts with a roof to match our existing roof tiles. All this on a new slab of concrete, much longer than the existing slab with a beautiful rustic mosaic tile-stamp pattern. They could even leave the existing slab in place. A deposit was asked upon agreement of a few thousand dollars up front. Our patio would cost $14,380 all up with no more to pay. Still more expensive than I would like but the craftmanship would be much better. They offer finance through Medallion which gave us the lowest interest rates, and we can even set up automatic payments online. We financed for 144 months to reduce the monthly payments but we have the option of paying more without penalties. Next step after our ideas were laid out was having the architect come over and draw up plans several days later. Madhi was also present for this. He literally was with us for every step of the way which was awesome. Plans were submitted to the HOA. Of course, they were rejected (I hate HOA's!). Apparently our HOA won't allow any structure to be built directly on to the house. So, ok. Mahdi came back over and we discussed further options for approval. The architect came out again... We planned it 3 feet from the wall instead, leaving a nice gap for the rain to fall through, but we'll figure something out later to stay dry. Also 4 posts instead of 2, as it was now free-standing. This time our second HOA rejection. We were getting frustrated at this point and were seriously thinking of scrapping the entire idea. The HOA's newest reason? The entire structure had to be at least 3 feet from the wall. Well, we thought it was! What they were talking about was the roof overhang, it would protrude closer than 3 feet to the wall. Once we redid the plans a 3rd time and kept the roof overhand 3 feet away from the wall, the project was finally approved. Within a few days the concrete guys came out to start the project, it was all happening now! They did a great job and had the slab laid within a day with the tile-stamp pattern already embossed into the concrete, it looked great! They also dug out the corners where the posts were to go, to 2 feet deep. They filled them with rebar and completely filled them with cement, these were for structural support to balance the posts. The second day, they power washed the new patio floor and weather-sealed it. Job done, and we were very happy with it. So were they, as they were often caught dancing away on our security cameras while they worked. They love their job also! A couple of days later, the framers arrived to start on the actual patio. Very quickly they put up our patio and roof tiles and did a great job. The posts themselves were fixed in place by hurricane straps, so it would withstand hurricane-force winds in a storm. The posts were sealed with James Hardy seal. Basically, the wood posts were encased in a super-strong material that protects it from the weather and rotting. It kind of resembles drywall, but much stronger. We were also told this in the planning stage, that we couldn't hang hooks or anything on it because it would crack the seal if we did. The builders would hang them for us using James Hardy nails and hardware. which they did with no worries. It turns out there was a slight miscommunication between us there. You can use normal screws in the wood after it has been sealed, it won't crack it, but can only use the James Hardy nails as they are stronger. They gave us some nails for future use if we want to add more hooks or a trellis. The builders did put a hole in our window screen, which we reported. Mahdi came out right away with a screen he had lying around the office to see if it would fit and replace the damaged one, which it didn't. A nice gesture. The next day the framers/builders finished the job and painted it to the colors of the house and it looked amazing! They also replaced our screen with a new one with no problems. Mahdi and Ali came out that day to see the final result and to make sure we were happy with it, which we were. Mahdi in particular was so helpful throughout this entire (ordeal) project, he was always there for questions and suggestions. He even showed us many ideas of designs for the patio and also the tile-stamp patterns. At no stage was there any doubt of where we all stood on the project, we were always on the same page at all times for every step of the way, and that was exactly what we needed, as this was our first real costly project, so many thanks to you Madhi, you made our life much easier! Your pleasant attitude, extreme patience and kind nature was so appreciated by us so much we can't express. Thank you to Ali too for making this project happen and for offering improvement suggestions along the way. To sum up, this was our first project and we are glad we chose Colony Builders, they work with you every step of the way and never once did they make us feel like they were pressuring us into "selling us something". I would highly recommend them for any project, they get top marks from us. By the way, they offer a 5 year warranty on the patio and base, then a 30 year manufacturers warranty on the roof. We can't argue with that, any hopefully will never need it. This patio is sturdy! Now, all we need is to find a good quality rain guard for the back door and breaker box... We will be using them again to build a small kitchen window box in the future, but that's another review for another day. Thanks again guys, you all did a great job! I have included some pictures of the finished patio, the progress with the concrete base, tile pattern and the color brand used."

Brett H on August 2023

Contact Colony Builders Inc in Houston, TX, for full home improvement services. Our company focuses on siding replacement, window replacement, patio covers, room additions and more. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Well, what can I say about Colony Builders? Well, this will be kind of long... but they get full marks from us. We were looking for an enclosed patio for our backyard that joins onto the house. Mainly due to the breaker box being outside and the royal pain of going outside in the pouring rain to flip the breakers every time the power goes off. We also wanted a nice place where we could make the area look nice with potted hanging plants and planter beds. We searched online at various sites including Amazon for what we wanted. The pricing of such a patio online was around the $5,000 range and the reviews were just awful due to the bad workmanship and lack of instructions, so it was there I decided to look up local building companies, and that's when Colony Builders popped onto my screen. We made an appointment online, and within a couple of days we were paid a visit by business owner Ali, who politely sat with us and from there we discussed our ideas of our vision of what we wanted. He worked with us and offered suggestions of his own for an enclosed patio. When we were done, he quoted the price, which was 4 times the amount of the shoddy kit patios we were researching earlier. Unfortunately it was out of our price range, so after he left, we thought about it for awhile before deciding we didn't need it enclosed. After contacting them again, Ali's nephew Mahdi came out to meet with us to discuss this different route. Mahdi is a born people-person and was wonderful to talk things through with. He was respectful and treated us like good friends instead of potential clients. He also understood perfectly of the changes we wanted and offered suggestions to help us save more money on the project. For instance, we have a concrete slab outside our back door. It is standard for townhomes in our area. We also wanted a tile floor on the patio which would be expensive. He offered the faux-tile stamping option, which was much cheaper. Basically stamping tile patterns into the freshly-laid concrete with different powdered colors to give the perfect illusion of tiles, which was perfect for us on a budget. From there we were certain we wanted to go ahead with the project. We decided on an open design patio on sturdy posts with a roof to match our existing roof tiles. All this on a new slab of concrete, much longer than the existing slab with a beautiful rustic mosaic tile-stamp pattern. They could even leave the existing slab in place. A deposit was asked upon agreement of a few thousand dollars up front. Our patio would cost $14,380 all up with no more to pay. Still more expensive than I would like but the craftmanship would be much better. They offer finance through Medallion which gave us the lowest interest rates, and we can even set up automatic payments online. We financed for 144 months to reduce the monthly payments but we have the option of paying more without penalties. Next step after our ideas were laid out was having the architect come over and draw up plans several days later. Madhi was also present for this. He literally was with us for every step of the way which was awesome. Plans were submitted to the HOA. Of course, they were rejected (I hate HOA's!). Apparently our HOA won't allow any structure to be built directly on to the house. So, ok. Mahdi came back over and we discussed further options for approval. The architect came out again... We planned it 3 feet from the wall instead, leaving a nice gap for the rain to fall through, but we'll figure something out later to stay dry. Also 4 posts instead of 2, as it was now free-standing. This time our second HOA rejection. We were getting frustrated at this point and were seriously thinking of scrapping the entire idea. The HOA's newest reason? The entire structure had to be at least 3 feet from the wall. Well, we thought it was! What they were talking about was the roof overhang, it would protrude closer than 3 feet to the wall. Once we redid the plans a 3rd time and kept the roof overhand 3 feet away from the wall, the project was finally approved. Within a few days the concrete guys came out to start the project, it was all happening now! They did a great job and had the slab laid within a day with the tile-stamp pattern already embossed into the concrete, it looked great! They also dug out the corners where the posts were to go, to 2 feet deep. They filled them with rebar and completely filled them with cement, these were for structural support to balance the posts. The second day, they power washed the new patio floor and weather-sealed it. Job done, and we were very happy with it. So were they, as they were often caught dancing away on our security cameras while they worked. They love their job also! A couple of days later, the framers arrived to start on the actual patio. Very quickly they put up our patio and roof tiles and did a great job. The posts themselves were fixed in place by hurricane straps, so it would withstand hurricane-force winds in a storm. The posts were sealed with James Hardy seal. Basically, the wood posts were encased in a super-strong material that protects it from the weather and rotting. It kind of resembles drywall, but much stronger. We were also told this in the planning stage, that we couldn't hang hooks or anything on it because it would crack the seal if we did. The builders would hang them for us using James Hardy nails and hardware. which they did with no worries. It turns out there was a slight miscommunication between us there. You can use normal screws in the wood after it has been sealed, it won't crack it, but can only use the James Hardy nails as they are stronger. They gave us some nails for future use if we want to add more hooks or a trellis. The builders did put a hole in our window screen, which we reported. Mahdi came out right away with a screen he had lying around the office to see if it would fit and replace the damaged one, which it didn't. A nice gesture. The next day the framers/builders finished the job and painted it to the colors of the house and it looked amazing! They also replaced our screen with a new one with no problems. Mahdi and Ali came out that day to see the final result and to make sure we were happy with it, which we were. Mahdi in particular was so helpful throughout this entire (ordeal) project, he was always there for questions and suggestions. He even showed us many ideas of designs for the patio and also the tile-stamp patterns. At no stage was there any doubt of where we all stood on the project, we were always on the same page at all times for every step of the way, and that was exactly what we needed, as this was our first real costly project, so many thanks to you Madhi, you made our life much easier! Your pleasant attitude, extreme patience and kind nature was so appreciated by us so much we can't express. Thank you to Ali too for making this project happen and for offering improvement suggestions along the way. To sum up, this was our first project and we are glad we chose Colony Builders, they work with you every step of the way and never once did they make us feel like they were pressuring us into "selling us something". I would highly recommend them for any project, they get top marks from us. By the way, they offer a 5 year warranty on the patio and base, then a 30 year manufacturers warranty on the roof. We can't argue with that, any hopefully will never need it. This patio is sturdy! Now, all we need is to find a good quality rain guard for the back door and breaker box... We will be using them again to build a small kitchen window box in the future, but that's another review for another day. Thanks again guys, you all did a great job! I have included some pictures of the finished patio, the progress with the concrete base, tile pattern and the color brand used."

Brett H on August 2023

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FAQs for arbor, pergola or trellis custom build projects in Alvin, TX

A quality motorized pergola has a lifespan of 15 to 20 years with proper maintenance. The structural components often last longer than the mechanical elements, which may require servicing or replacement after seven to 10 years of regular use. Aluminum and vinyl structures typically outlast wood in challenging climates. Overall, though, regular maintenance significantly extends the lifespan of motors and moving parts.

For many homeowners, the added convenience and functionality of motorized pergolas justify their higher cost. Standard motorized systems cost $50 to $70 more per square foot than fixed pergolas. This premium provides significant benefits in weather adaptability and ease of use. Homeowners who frequently entertain outdoors or live in areas with unpredictable weather often find the additional investment worthwhile for the extended usability of their outdoor space.

Maintenance requirements vary by material and complexity but include seasonal cleaning and occasional system checks. Expect to spend $2 to $5 per square foot for professional cleaning services. Annual inspection of motors and moving components is recommended, with service visits costing $150 to $300. Aluminum and vinyl structures require minimal maintenance beyond cleaning, while wood demands regular sealing or staining to prevent deterioration.

The complete process spans anywhere from a few hours to several days to install a pergola. Custom designs may require additional manufacturing time, extending the timeline by several weeks. The actual on-site installation takes between two and five days, depending on complexity and size. Weather conditions, permit processing times, and contractor availability can all affect scheduling. Planning your project during less busy seasons may result in faster completion.

While the cost to build a pergola starts at $3,000 to $5,000, self-installation of motorized systems is not recommended without significant construction and electrical experience. The complexity of these systems requires specialized knowledge for proper function and safety. Incorrect installation can compromise structural integrity, void manufacturer warranties, and create potential hazards. If pursuing a DIY approach, consider hiring professionals for critical electrical components.

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