Here at Empire Millwork LLC, we pride ourselves on being the industry's gold standard for quality woodwork and interiors. We are a Veteran/family owned and operated business serving the greater areas of Charlotte, NC. With almost two decades of experience and the best Artisans in the Carolinas, it's no wonder why we are recognized as an industry leader utilizing the latest trends, designs, and innovations, dedicated to customer satisfaction while bringing creativity and originality to every project. Details matter. It signals a thoroughness in work through a deep concern for all the areas involved, no matter how large or small the project may be. The ability to organize time and resources efficiently, listen carefully, and bring qualitative assurances to every job can dramatically differentiate companies, especially when it comes to the meticulousness required for finish carpentry. We are detail driven professionals. Call us now for a free quote!
"Great quality work, very professional, and I would highly recommend them."
nole a on April 2023
Here at Empire Millwork LLC, we pride ourselves on being the industry's gold standard for quality woodwork and interiors. We are a Veteran/family owned and operated business serving the greater areas of Charlotte, NC. With almost two decades of experience and the best Artisans in the Carolinas, it's no wonder why we are recognized as an industry leader utilizing the latest trends, designs, and innovations, dedicated to customer satisfaction while bringing creativity and originality to every project. Details matter. It signals a thoroughness in work through a deep concern for all the areas involved, no matter how large or small the project may be. The ability to organize time and resources efficiently, listen carefully, and bring qualitative assurances to every job can dramatically differentiate companies, especially when it comes to the meticulousness required for finish carpentry. We are detail driven professionals. Call us now for a free quote!
"Great quality work, very professional, and I would highly recommend them."
nole a on April 2023
With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Sammi E on June 2024
With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Sammi E on June 2024
With over 54 years of experience serving the Lincoln County area, Houser Masonry is the solution for all your masonry and brick and stone needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today!
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Will B on September 2021
With over 54 years of experience serving the Lincoln County area, Houser Masonry is the solution for all your masonry and brick and stone needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today!
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Will B on September 2021
With over 45 years of experience serving the Lake Norman and Charlotte area, Briteway Custom Cabinetry is your solution for all your Custom Cabinet and Millwork needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed.
"Briteway was wonderful to work with and did an excellent job on my kitchen reno with custom cabinetry. Would recommend and already have!"
Lucy A on May 2024
With over 45 years of experience serving the Lake Norman and Charlotte area, Briteway Custom Cabinetry is your solution for all your Custom Cabinet and Millwork needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed.
"Briteway was wonderful to work with and did an excellent job on my kitchen reno with custom cabinetry. Would recommend and already have!"
Lucy A on May 2024
American wood reface, a family-owned business serving Charlotte, NC. We focus on our exclusive 1/4” solid wood refacing system, recognized as the industry’s premium standard. Our system is custom crafted for each customer’s home by our skilled master carpenters. Our goal is to provide customers with a beautiful, functional kitchen that will add value to their home while minimizing the expense and disruption of remodeling and dedicated craftsmen have decades of experience in cabinetmaking and trim carpentry, and are highly skilled in refacing techniques. Our materials, methods, and products are the finest available. Our own cabinet shop and finishing facility gives us the ability to offer more custom services and specialty products than other refacing companies, and allows us to more quickly respond to our customers’ needs. We place a high regard on integrity and customer satisfaction. Our lifetime warranty assures you’ll be satisfied with your new kitchen.
"Complete kitchen remodel. Anyone who walks in for the first time says, "Wow." That's the best compliment a company can get. Just seeing our kitchen has lead to many additional customers for American Wood Reface. Professional, timely, and talented. One neighbor said, "I can't believe they answer the phone and respond so quickly." In today's service market, that's hard to find. We also called them back to install 20 more cabinets throughout the house."
Brian H on October 2022
American wood reface, a family-owned business serving Charlotte, NC. We focus on our exclusive 1/4” solid wood refacing system, recognized as the industry’s premium standard. Our system is custom crafted for each customer’s home by our skilled master carpenters. Our goal is to provide customers with a beautiful, functional kitchen that will add value to their home while minimizing the expense and disruption of remodeling and dedicated craftsmen have decades of experience in cabinetmaking and trim carpentry, and are highly skilled in refacing techniques. Our materials, methods, and products are the finest available. Our own cabinet shop and finishing facility gives us the ability to offer more custom services and specialty products than other refacing companies, and allows us to more quickly respond to our customers’ needs. We place a high regard on integrity and customer satisfaction. Our lifetime warranty assures you’ll be satisfied with your new kitchen.
"Complete kitchen remodel. Anyone who walks in for the first time says, "Wow." That's the best compliment a company can get. Just seeing our kitchen has lead to many additional customers for American Wood Reface. Professional, timely, and talented. One neighbor said, "I can't believe they answer the phone and respond so quickly." In today's service market, that's hard to find. We also called them back to install 20 more cabinets throughout the house."
Brian H on October 2022
Our Solid Wood Refacing System upgrades cabinets and transforms kitchens in just 1-3 days. Beautiful, premium quality wood, highly skilled installers, Lifetime Warranty. Made in USA. Locally & Family owned. Award Winning Service. Free Consultation. Beautiful kitchens made affordable, with less mess and disruption than a traditional remodel where cabinets are replaced. Up to HALF THE COST of comparable high-end cabinetry. You won't believe the transformation in just a few days!
"This company is special. Serina did a fabulous job with her design ideas and communicated perfectly about what to expect. She went out of her way to help me adjust the cabinet color when I needed guidance. Joe and his team did an exquisite job of refacing our cabinets and the detail was amazing, we love the end result. I highly recommend this company."
Maryrose E on May 2021
Our Solid Wood Refacing System upgrades cabinets and transforms kitchens in just 1-3 days. Beautiful, premium quality wood, highly skilled installers, Lifetime Warranty. Made in USA. Locally & Family owned. Award Winning Service. Free Consultation. Beautiful kitchens made affordable, with less mess and disruption than a traditional remodel where cabinets are replaced. Up to HALF THE COST of comparable high-end cabinetry. You won't believe the transformation in just a few days!
"This company is special. Serina did a fabulous job with her design ideas and communicated perfectly about what to expect. She went out of her way to help me adjust the cabinet color when I needed guidance. Joe and his team did an exquisite job of refacing our cabinets and the detail was amazing, we love the end result. I highly recommend this company."
Maryrose E on May 2021
At Henare Renovation, we specialize in transforming houses into dream homes. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, we offer a full range of renovation and remodeling services designed to meet your unique needs. Whether you’re looking to update a single room or undertake a complete home makeover, our skilled team is dedicated to bringing your vision to life. We pride ourselves on listening to our clients, understanding their goals, and delivering beautiful, functional spaces that exceed expectations. Trust Henare Renovation to turn your house into a place you’ll love to call home.
"Great work. I will use again in the future."
Vincent B on January 2025
At Henare Renovation, we specialize in transforming houses into dream homes. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, we offer a full range of renovation and remodeling services designed to meet your unique needs. Whether you’re looking to update a single room or undertake a complete home makeover, our skilled team is dedicated to bringing your vision to life. We pride ourselves on listening to our clients, understanding their goals, and delivering beautiful, functional spaces that exceed expectations. Trust Henare Renovation to turn your house into a place you’ll love to call home.
"Great work. I will use again in the future."
Vincent B on January 2025
I do a good job guaranteed, delivered on time, safety and cleanliness every day, I am happy to be able to offer you my services.
"I inquired about having my outside wooden steps replaced. Pedro at RA got back to my request within a few hours and an appointment was set for a few days later. Pedro and his assistant showed up on time and did an outstanding job. I couldn't be happier."
Ina S on April 2025
I do a good job guaranteed, delivered on time, safety and cleanliness every day, I am happy to be able to offer you my services.
"I inquired about having my outside wooden steps replaced. Pedro at RA got back to my request within a few hours and an appointment was set for a few days later. Pedro and his assistant showed up on time and did an outstanding job. I couldn't be happier."
Ina S on April 2025
Certified roofer with 20 years of experience, and handyman work when you need it. I take my work seriously and I always like to make my costumes happy, and I can work with them to when or what is the best time for them to do the work on there house.
"Roy is the consummate professional! Very pleasant gentleman who did the work I requested and even fixed something I didn’t know was broken. I would definitely hire Roy again. He was very clean, kind to my cats, and very pleasant to talk to. Highly recommend him."
Amy W on June 2025
Certified roofer with 20 years of experience, and handyman work when you need it. I take my work seriously and I always like to make my costumes happy, and I can work with them to when or what is the best time for them to do the work on there house.
"Roy is the consummate professional! Very pleasant gentleman who did the work I requested and even fixed something I didn’t know was broken. I would definitely hire Roy again. He was very clean, kind to my cats, and very pleasant to talk to. Highly recommend him."
Amy W on June 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We do not do commercial work! Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! $50 estimate fee that is applied to the project when hired!
"Everything was great. Mike was on time very professional. He knew what he was doing, and I believe the price fit the job that he did. I would definitely use him again."
Eyvonne B on June 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We do not do commercial work! Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! $50 estimate fee that is applied to the project when hired!
"Everything was great. Mike was on time very professional. He knew what he was doing, and I believe the price fit the job that he did. I would definitely use him again."
Eyvonne B on June 2025
For a built-in bookshelf, always choose high-quality furniture-grade wood. Softer woods, like pine, and particle boards like MDF can sag under the weight of heavy books. Ideally, your shelves should hold 20 to 40 pounds per foot, so opt for scratch-resistant hardwood plywood or solid wood. Popular options include mahogany, cherry, koa, maple, oak, walnut, birch, and cedar.
Your built-in bookshelves should seamlessly blend into your space. Often, this means floor-to-ceiling units ending at a natural cutoff point like a door. You might also consider creating a custom corner unit or suspended units hung at eye level. If you're installing a prefabricated unit, you'll find sizes ranging from 24 to 48 inches wide, 10 to 12 inches deep, and 5 to 6 feet tall.
The installation time for built-in bookshelves depends on the complexity of the design, the size of the shelves, and the level of customization. A contractor can install a simple, prefabricated unit in a few hours, while an elaborate, custom unit could take up to a week. Installing add-ons like lighting could also extend the installation process.