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Phelps Construction
4.8(
16
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Serving Chesapeake, 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."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Riply Construction
5.0(
9
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was amazing! It was a short notice job as I messed up a simple faucet change out. It evolved into a complete remodel. Ripley Construction came in on a days notice and got it done before my in-laws arrived. Scored major points with the wife. :-). Painting, toilet change out, wall repair and vanity replacement. Couldn’t have done it without them. Highly recommend Ripley Construction."
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+11

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
HAWKINS ENTERPRISE INC
5.0(
10
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We live in an old house where nothing seems to be standard and there are always unwelcome surprises. The Hawkins team managed to recut cabinets, fix existing plumbing and electrical problems so that everything fits perfectly and looks brand new. Their workmanship is meticulous and they clean up afterwards as well."
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Millennium Properties and Construction, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I appreciated the work ethic of showing up on time and communicating with me. I really like everything they did. I have hired them again for another project and would do it again."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+35

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cubas LLC
4.7(
10
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Salgados painting did a great job when they repainted the interior of our house. They were on time, and it was excellent work at a great price."
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+13

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Barrow Construction
5.0(
5
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Barrow Construction, LLC has been serving as a leading Construction Company in the Virginia-North Carolina area since it was founded in 1999. Beginning as a small company doing decks, siding, framing, and interior trim, Barrow Construction has grown to provide over 25 residential and commercial services. After over 20 years in the business, Barrow Construction wants to focus on the residential construction sector in the southeastern Virginia/northeastern North Carolina area. Barrow Construction works hand in hand with their clients creating something custom and uniquely yours! Call us today, and let's make your idea a reality.

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The BLDR Group LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"they were the only contractors willing to repair the extensive termite damage in my home. Kept up to date with me on absolutely everything and included me even though I live in CA. They also worked with my tenant to make sure they were in the know with everything going on. Ultimately they did an incredible job and I would recommend them for any job you need them for! My house was in a bad state and now it looks amazing!"
New Interior Design
New Wet Bath
New Bathroom Design
New Kitchen Design
New Living Room

+7

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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