We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"We had our docks resurfaced by the canal. The workmanship was excellent, on time and neat."
Jay O on October 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"We had our docks resurfaced by the canal. The workmanship was excellent, on time and neat."
Jay O on October 2024
Chimney Cricket, Inc was founded in 1990 and has been growing strong ever since. We have expanded not only our geographical reach, but also our range of products and services. What began as just a few chimney sweeps working out of one location has now become a multi-state operation with a wide variety of masonry work, fireplace and chimney services. Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida for all your needs! Our commitment to providing quality masonry work, fireplace and chimney services as well as our dedication to serving people’s needs have earned us over 250,000 loyal customers. We constantly strive to improve our business and grow our customer base. St. Petersburg: (727) 577-1446 Sarasota: (941) 926-3662
"I had Chimney Cricket out for a quote. The workman was very knowledgeable and I was ready for them to perform the work. They entered my home, reviewed the fireplaces, and told me how they would fix them. After that, I called and called. I called the gentleman who came to provide the quote. He couldn't help me. I called the office again and again. They said they would get me a quote. One never arrived. I had another company come out and repair the problems while still waiting for Chimney Cricket to continue the engagement. I finally got a call from the office (after I had had the work done) and she said she was following up on the quote. The quote they had never sent. The workman seemed knowledgeable, but I took the day off and let workmen into my house just so that I would spend time chasing them and STILL never receive a quote. If they cannot even get me quote, what are the chances they would show up to do the repair? Or follow up if something went wrong?"
Clark B on April 2025
Chimney Cricket, Inc was founded in 1990 and has been growing strong ever since. We have expanded not only our geographical reach, but also our range of products and services. What began as just a few chimney sweeps working out of one location has now become a multi-state operation with a wide variety of masonry work, fireplace and chimney services. Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida for all your needs! Our commitment to providing quality masonry work, fireplace and chimney services as well as our dedication to serving people’s needs have earned us over 250,000 loyal customers. We constantly strive to improve our business and grow our customer base. St. Petersburg: (727) 577-1446 Sarasota: (941) 926-3662
"I had Chimney Cricket out for a quote. The workman was very knowledgeable and I was ready for them to perform the work. They entered my home, reviewed the fireplaces, and told me how they would fix them. After that, I called and called. I called the gentleman who came to provide the quote. He couldn't help me. I called the office again and again. They said they would get me a quote. One never arrived. I had another company come out and repair the problems while still waiting for Chimney Cricket to continue the engagement. I finally got a call from the office (after I had had the work done) and she said she was following up on the quote. The quote they had never sent. The workman seemed knowledgeable, but I took the day off and let workmen into my house just so that I would spend time chasing them and STILL never receive a quote. If they cannot even get me quote, what are the chances they would show up to do the repair? Or follow up if something went wrong?"
Clark B on April 2025
Finest Handyman Services does Simple plumbing, Ceiling fan/light installation, Furniture assembly, drywall repairs/patched and all other needs My goal is being prompt, customer friendly and performing quality work. I do take pride in my work and hope to build long lasting relationships and get referrals
"Mike did a great job. It was tricky trying to get the door back into adjustment again but he made sure it was right. I have passed him onto a neighbor since I was so pleased with him."
Pauline S on April 2025
Finest Handyman Services does Simple plumbing, Ceiling fan/light installation, Furniture assembly, drywall repairs/patched and all other needs My goal is being prompt, customer friendly and performing quality work. I do take pride in my work and hope to build long lasting relationships and get referrals
"Mike did a great job. It was tricky trying to get the door back into adjustment again but he made sure it was right. I have passed him onto a neighbor since I was so pleased with him."
Pauline S on April 2025
The Family-Owned Home Experts. We're committed to offering Florida homeowners windows, doors, and installation services they can truly trust. Our transparent pricing, cordial customer service, and hands-on leadership are all in place to offer you the peace of mind you deserve. Trust the team that truly treats your home like their own. That means no subcontractors, a lifetime guarantee on our projects, full project financing, and a locked-in one year price guarantee. Give us a call or visit our website to request a free project estimate today!
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Joan V on February 2025
The Family-Owned Home Experts. We're committed to offering Florida homeowners windows, doors, and installation services they can truly trust. Our transparent pricing, cordial customer service, and hands-on leadership are all in place to offer you the peace of mind you deserve. Trust the team that truly treats your home like their own. That means no subcontractors, a lifetime guarantee on our projects, full project financing, and a locked-in one year price guarantee. Give us a call or visit our website to request a free project estimate today!
"Quick and efficient"
Joan V on February 2025
We offer a variety of closet services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Amazing! Our new closet system is so impressive. We were able to customize the layout which makes it so easy to organize. We had no idea how much wasted space we had with our original closet. It's like night and day."
Paul D on November 2024
We offer a variety of closet services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!
"Amazing! Our new closet system is so impressive. We were able to customize the layout which makes it so easy to organize. We had no idea how much wasted space we had with our original closet. It's like night and day."
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CCCOFSWFL has over 30 years of experience in custom carpentry, trim carpentry, wainscotting, custom molding, remodeling, and home construction. We will work with you to update your home to your satisfaction. We are your home's plastic surgeon, giving your space a facelift!
"We were extremely pleased with the quality and design creativity of the work of Creative Custom Carpentry of SWFL. Frank designed a custom shoe shelf that was a wonderful idea to complement a complete staircase resurfacing and design, in which he replaced our old worn carpet on the stairs with a perfect woodgrain shade of laminate steps with trim molding. It looks fantastic! He uses high quality materials and superior quality workmanship. We are glad that we chose Creative Custom Carpentry of SWFL."
Mathew S on March 2025
CCCOFSWFL has over 30 years of experience in custom carpentry, trim carpentry, wainscotting, custom molding, remodeling, and home construction. We will work with you to update your home to your satisfaction. We are your home's plastic surgeon, giving your space a facelift!
"We were extremely pleased with the quality and design creativity of the work of Creative Custom Carpentry of SWFL. Frank designed a custom shoe shelf that was a wonderful idea to complement a complete staircase resurfacing and design, in which he replaced our old worn carpet on the stairs with a perfect woodgrain shade of laminate steps with trim molding. It looks fantastic! He uses high quality materials and superior quality workmanship. We are glad that we chose Creative Custom Carpentry of SWFL."
Mathew S on March 2025
Affordable Window Systems is unique to the Window Replacement and Hurricane Protection industry. While not offering screen repair services, we provide the highest quality Impact Windows and Doors at prices that cannot be beat. We utilize a multi-product offering, enabling us to give truly professional consultations, so that you will be sure the right products are being installed in your home. Our company’s management team consists of industry professionals who have more Impact Glass experience than any other company in Southwest Florida and we have successfully built some of Fort Myers’ most notable companies. Affordable Window Systems addresses a need and a void in the window replacement and hurricane protection market of Southwest Florida and its coastal communities.
"Prompt, friendly, knowledgeable"
Ann H on October 2024
Affordable Window Systems is unique to the Window Replacement and Hurricane Protection industry. While not offering screen repair services, we provide the highest quality Impact Windows and Doors at prices that cannot be beat. We utilize a multi-product offering, enabling us to give truly professional consultations, so that you will be sure the right products are being installed in your home. Our company’s management team consists of industry professionals who have more Impact Glass experience than any other company in Southwest Florida and we have successfully built some of Fort Myers’ most notable companies. Affordable Window Systems addresses a need and a void in the window replacement and hurricane protection market of Southwest Florida and its coastal communities.
"Prompt, friendly, knowledgeable"
Ann H on October 2024
Aarnio Homes and Remodeling LLC offers everything from building your dream home to Little handyman jobs around the house. We are a licensed contractor and insured in the state of Florida and in the state of Minnesota.
"Awesome! New teak ceiling in our lanai and new flooring in our great room with new trim work true craftsman work!"
Bob M on June 2024
Aarnio Homes and Remodeling LLC offers everything from building your dream home to Little handyman jobs around the house. We are a licensed contractor and insured in the state of Florida and in the state of Minnesota.
"Awesome! New teak ceiling in our lanai and new flooring in our great room with new trim work true craftsman work!"
Bob M on June 2024
The Window Depot specializes in replacement windows, entry and patio doors, siding, and virtually anything homeowners need to upgrade the beauty, value, energy efficiency, and safety of their homes. The Window Depot serves all of Tampa Bay, from Bradenton to St. Pete Beach, Clearwater to New Port Richey, Dade City to Brandon to Riverview, South Tampa to New Tampa to Westchase. We hire specialists in each field for the products we offer and are installed at your home or business. Quality, clean, prompt and professional installation is what we provide for you and for family/business. We want you to enjoy your home, right now. For many customers, we’ll get started with only $100 down. The Window Depot offers affordable finance options, including up to 18 months same-as-cash.
"Jordan and his helper were exceptional. Jordan was polite, courteous, professional, and knowledgeable about the products he was installing. It was a great pleasure working with Jordan. He went out of his way to make sure that we had a pleasurable experience with the installation of five windows in a door. At first we were expecting it to be a nightmare but Jordan made it into a dream. Window Depot is very lucky to have an employee like Jordan representing their company."
Scott R on May 2024
The Window Depot specializes in replacement windows, entry and patio doors, siding, and virtually anything homeowners need to upgrade the beauty, value, energy efficiency, and safety of their homes. The Window Depot serves all of Tampa Bay, from Bradenton to St. Pete Beach, Clearwater to New Port Richey, Dade City to Brandon to Riverview, South Tampa to New Tampa to Westchase. We hire specialists in each field for the products we offer and are installed at your home or business. Quality, clean, prompt and professional installation is what we provide for you and for family/business. We want you to enjoy your home, right now. For many customers, we’ll get started with only $100 down. The Window Depot offers affordable finance options, including up to 18 months same-as-cash.
"Jordan and his helper were exceptional. Jordan was polite, courteous, professional, and knowledgeable about the products he was installing. It was a great pleasure working with Jordan. He went out of his way to make sure that we had a pleasurable experience with the installation of five windows in a door. At first we were expecting it to be a nightmare but Jordan made it into a dream. Window Depot is very lucky to have an employee like Jordan representing their company."
Scott R on May 2024
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Direct Remodels - Your Trusted Home Services Partner in Tampa. Enhance your home's curb appeal with our premium windows and doors. Our skilled team delivers exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Contact us today for all your door and window installation and repair needs.
Yes—if the railing is still structurally sound, you can leave it in place. Start by tightening any loose fasteners and repairing minor damage, then sand, paint, or refinish the surface for a fresh look. Updating instead of replacing keeps costs down, shortens the project timeline, and still lets you meet local building-code standards. Just be sure the handrail feels solid before you commit to cosmetic upgrades.
Reusing spindles is a smart, budget-friendly move as long as they’re in good shape. Tell your contractor up front so they can remove and store the pieces safely. Once the new railing is in, sand and repaint or stain the spindles to match. Keeping the originals cuts material costs, reduces waste, and preserves a cohesive look—just make sure each spindle still meets local code for strength and spacing.
Building codes follow the 4-inch sphere rule, so balusters need to sit no more than 4 inches apart—about three per linear foot. That spacing keeps a 4-inch object from passing through, protecting kids and pets and keeping the railing up to code. Always double-check local requirements before you start, but using the 4-inch guideline will keep you in the safe zone.
Local building codes require that handrails be installed on stairways with four or more risers, ensuring safety and strong support. Even on stairs with fewer than four steps, handrails are strongly recommended for added durability and secure accessibility. Homeowners must consult local regulations to verify that handrail design, height, and placement conform exactly to official safety standards.
To determine the correct handrail measurements, measure the complete nosing line along the top of your steps and then mark a point between 34 and 38 inches above the floor for proper placement. This measurement ensures that your handrail is securely positioned, meets building code requirements, and provides optimal support and safety along the entire length of the staircase.