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A&R HOME AND GARDEN PLUS SERVICES LLC

4.81(
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A&R HOME AND GARDEN PLUS SERVICES LLC

4.81(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
1595 local quotes requested

A&R Home and Garden Plus Services LLC is your go-to local home services business in Lafayette, IN. Our goal is to provide high-quality remodeling services for kitchens and bathrooms, as well as top-notch landscaping and home improvements. What sets us apart is our dedication to customer satisfaction. We truly appreciate your business and look forward to serving you. Contact us today!

"Everything went, and the team was very professional and friendly. The work was completed in one day. They cleaned up all the mess."

Judy N on September 2025

A&R Home and Garden Plus Services LLC is your go-to local home services business in Lafayette, IN. Our goal is to provide high-quality remodeling services for kitchens and bathrooms, as well as top-notch landscaping and home improvements. What sets us apart is our dedication to customer satisfaction. We truly appreciate your business and look forward to serving you. Contact us today!

"Everything went, and the team was very professional and friendly. The work was completed in one day. They cleaned up all the mess."

Judy N on September 2025

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

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Tru Marble and Granite LLC

5.00(
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Tru Marble and Granite LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With so many competitors in our field, TRU Marble and Granite stands out by catering to various clients from builders and remodelers to clients with a flare for unique designs and dramatic presentations. We offer exotic stone countertops for less than our competition. Our goal is to make sure our customers will love their countertops for years to come.

With so many competitors in our field, TRU Marble and Granite stands out by catering to various clients from builders and remodelers to clients with a flare for unique designs and dramatic presentations. We offer exotic stone countertops for less than our competition. Our goal is to make sure our customers will love their countertops for years to come.

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Ruiz handyman service

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Ruiz handyman service

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20 years of experience

I do a little bit of everything from automotive to home maintenance/repair to putting together furniture or play equipment

I do a little bit of everything from automotive to home maintenance/repair to putting together furniture or play equipment

Gronowski Construction LLC

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Gronowski Construction LLC

4.33(
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26 years of experience

Gronowski Construction, LLC. is an all-around construction company specializing in decks, pergolas, basement finishing, kitchens and bathrooms located on the Northeast side of Indianapolis

Gronowski Construction, LLC. is an all-around construction company specializing in decks, pergolas, basement finishing, kitchens and bathrooms located on the Northeast side of Indianapolis

JMN Construction

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JMN Construction

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Simpson Construction LLC

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Simpson Construction LLC

5.00(
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15 years of experience

Family-owned and operated with more than 20 years of experience; we're big enough to get the job done, but small enough to still care. We'll make your project as affordable as possible while maintaining the highest standards in quality, always providing free estimates.

Family-owned and operated with more than 20 years of experience; we're big enough to get the job done, but small enough to still care. We'll make your project as affordable as possible while maintaining the highest standards in quality, always providing free estimates.

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Classic Stone LLC

4.75(
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Classic Stone LLC

4.75(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Classic Stone is a custom stone fabrication and installation company established in 2004. As a full service natural stone company we are able to offer competitive pricing and total solutions for all your quartz, granite and marble project needs. We take various internal measures to ensure our customers complete satisfaction. We use the latest technology and machinery for both measurement and fabrication, ensuring quick and reliable turnaround times, accurate measurements, overall quality and ease of installation. Classic Stone is a recent recipient of Angie's List's Super Service Award for 2008 and a member in good standing with BAGI, NKBA and many other industry organizations. We want to thank our past customers for working with us and look forward to providing you with the same great experience on your project.

"I was not happy with the quality of workmanship. They came back after I complained and fixed things the best they could. I would not use them again."

Scott M on January 2022

Classic Stone is a custom stone fabrication and installation company established in 2004. As a full service natural stone company we are able to offer competitive pricing and total solutions for all your quartz, granite and marble project needs. We take various internal measures to ensure our customers complete satisfaction. We use the latest technology and machinery for both measurement and fabrication, ensuring quick and reliable turnaround times, accurate measurements, overall quality and ease of installation. Classic Stone is a recent recipient of Angie's List's Super Service Award for 2008 and a member in good standing with BAGI, NKBA and many other industry organizations. We want to thank our past customers for working with us and look forward to providing you with the same great experience on your project.

"I was not happy with the quality of workmanship. They came back after I complained and fixed things the best they could. I would not use them again."

Scott M on January 2022

Citadel Exteriors LLC

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Citadel Exteriors LLC

4.50(
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Customers say: Terrific value
12 years of experience

Your home is your castle; and when it's time to remodel or restore it - we'll treat it like one.

Your home is your castle; and when it's time to remodel or restore it - we'll treat it like one.

Durham Renovations

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Durham Renovations

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I specialize in home remodeling including, kitchen and bath restoration, closets or laundry room additions, tile and flooring, interior and exterior painting, roofing, siding installation and repair. I also build small barns, decks and patios. I am very conscientious and detailed in my work and get a bang out of doing exceptional work for my customer.

I specialize in home remodeling including, kitchen and bath restoration, closets or laundry room additions, tile and flooring, interior and exterior painting, roofing, siding installation and repair. I also build small barns, decks and patios. I am very conscientious and detailed in my work and get a bang out of doing exceptional work for my customer.

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FAQs for second story addition building service projects in Elwood, IN

For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.

Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.

A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.

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