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Avatar for Merrill Home Renovations & Contracting
Merrill Home Renovations & Contracting
5.0(
5
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Skyler helped us flip on of our houses and did ALL of the work. He spent hours on weekends and during the week to see the job til the end. We will most definitely use him again and wouldn’t have been this successful without him."
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+77

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Central Lending Svc Inc dba Credit Central
Central Lending Svc Inc dba Credit Central
4.8(
72
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

"Mark was simply outstanding!  I first called him from work and that night he emailed to my wife and me, a list of what documents were needed and instructions on how to proceed.  He provided several refinancing options in detail relevant to our situation.  Never did he pressure us in what we should do, but rather guided us in making a decision that would be satisfactory to us, the customer.  He was always available when we had questions or needed advice and always kept us up-to-date with the refinancing process.  He was always up front with us and there were no hidden costs or surprises at settlement, which he had arranged at our home at our convenience.  At settlement, the gentleman explained the purpose of all the documents that we signed and was more than willing to answer any questions that we needed answered.  I would highly recommend Mark to anyone who is looking to refinance a mortgage.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc
Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc
4.5(
23
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Credit card accepted

"Found Rock-A-Fellas on Angies List and I'm glad I did.  Bob examined thoroughly and patiently explained the construction flaws in the carport built in the rear of my home by another contractor back in 2009.  Because the original contactor did not follow standard building codes and use proper construction techniques and materials, I was cited by the City of Philadelphia.  Bob spoke to the Licenses and Inspections Inspector and tried very hard to figure a way to save the carport.  Unfortunately, due to the poor prior construction, demolition was the only option left to me. 

Bob and his three man crew arrived 30 minutes early and for the next three and a half hours methodically and carefully removed the carport, which included a roof and sides.   I was very impressed with their attention to detail such as avoiding damaging the power and cable lines, reassembling the downspout, tying back the power lines after the demolition was over/ 

After the demolition was over, you couldn't tell there was ever a structure.  

I hired Rock-A-Fellas to  remodel/reconstruct my nephew's bedroom, which had termite and moisture damage.  I'm also considering having Bob and his crew do a complete remodel of my kitchen, basement, and a new carport. 

This was my best experience with a contractor.  I give Rock-A-Fellas an A+++++ rating.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Trinity Contracting & Handyman Service
Trinity Contracting & Handyman Service
5.0(
5
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My Full bathroom remodel was completed on time at a great price by kind and respectful employees of trinity contracting. They did a wonderful job creating the bathroom of my dreams and were very easy and understanding to work with, even with the many changes I made along the way during the remodel. I absolutely would hire trinity contracting again without any hesitation. Wonderful job, thank you."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Buddy's Quality Construction LLC
Buddy's Quality Construction LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Keith did a large, heavily overgrown land clearing job for me. He was easy to work with, kept me advised at all times regarding start up, progress, issues, etc. His work was excellent, very professional. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who wants a job done, and done right."
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Pratts-Clearing
Pratts-Clearing

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Uzis Contracting
Uzis Contracting
4.2(
23
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted him on a Thursday and he came to do the job the next Monday! Took 1 day to get it done. It’s exactly what I described that I wanted and pricing was fair. Will definitely use him for future projects."
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Handymen Project

+97

Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Eco Builder Services Co
Eco Builder Services Co
3.9(
46
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Serving Athens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went well right from the start. The contractor was both courteous and kept supplies neat while they were on our premises. The whole job (because the weather was good) took about 5 days.
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Recommended by64%of homeowners
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