Daniel Altvater of AMA Custom Design & Remodeling Company has been proudly providing superior construction services for over 20 years. No project is too large or too small - he does them all. Customer satisfaction is his number one priority. Quick service and top quality work are his trademarks.
"Excellent work, was at my house on time. A little pricey from what Angi list quoted."
Janice B on November 2023
Daniel Altvater of AMA Custom Design & Remodeling Company has been proudly providing superior construction services for over 20 years. No project is too large or too small - he does them all. Customer satisfaction is his number one priority. Quick service and top quality work are his trademarks.
"Excellent work, was at my house on time. A little pricey from what Angi list quoted."
Janice B on November 2023
Step It Up Construction, LLC, based in Pasadena, Maryland, is your trusted partner for high-quality residential and commercial improvements. We specialize in roofing, gutters, siding, windows, doors, kitchens, bathrooms, sunrooms, porches, decks, and home additions to enhance your living space. For businesses, we offer expert commercial renovations, tenant build-outs, retail space upgrades, office remodeling, and exterior improvements to create functional and modern work environments. In addition, we handle insurance work, assisting homeowners and business owners with storm damage repairs, insurance claims, and restoration projects to ensure properties are restored to their best condition. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship with a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Whether you're improving your home, upgrading your business, or recovering from damage, Step It Up Construction, LLC has you covered. Schedule your FREE estimate today!
"Quick & efficient "
Barbara M on June 2025
Step It Up Construction, LLC, based in Pasadena, Maryland, is your trusted partner for high-quality residential and commercial improvements. We specialize in roofing, gutters, siding, windows, doors, kitchens, bathrooms, sunrooms, porches, decks, and home additions to enhance your living space. For businesses, we offer expert commercial renovations, tenant build-outs, retail space upgrades, office remodeling, and exterior improvements to create functional and modern work environments. In addition, we handle insurance work, assisting homeowners and business owners with storm damage repairs, insurance claims, and restoration projects to ensure properties are restored to their best condition. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship with a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Whether you're improving your home, upgrading your business, or recovering from damage, Step It Up Construction, LLC has you covered. Schedule your FREE estimate today!
"Quick & efficient "
Barbara M on June 2025
Apex Remodeling is dedicated to providing the finest in building & home improvements from Custom Turn Key Additions from Design to Completion, Major Interior & Exterior Renovations, Designer Remodels to Beautiful Custom Flooring, Custom Interior & Exterior Painting, Custom Designed Stone & Tile for gorgeous Bathrooms, Kitchens, Fireplace Surrounds, Entry Ways & Room Accents to all Exterior Home Improvements including Siding: Vinyl, Wood, & Stucco in the color & style to perfectly match your home & budget, Energy Efficient Replacement Windows & Doors, Custom Deck Systems designed for you & more! We have an experienced crew of contractors & master craftsmen detailing your home to perfection with personalized professional service from start to finish!
"Our fence looks incredible! They came swiftly to do the work, and we still get compliments about how great our fence looks. We liked working with Henry. The first issue arose when the fence exceeded the quote and contract that we signed. We weren’t told this until the very end of the work, which was not great to say the least by an additional 20%. We knew there was some flexibility in the price, but it would’ve been nice to say, by the way, we’ve exceeded the estimated price and expect the final price to be in this range. Lastly, we also had issues with our gate hinges and called them back 3x until it was finally fixed. It was difficult to get them to come back out even though we were under warranty, and we encountered issues with their customer service and communication. We would probably still use them again for another fence but would only communicate with Henry."
Alex D on May 2025
Apex Remodeling is dedicated to providing the finest in building & home improvements from Custom Turn Key Additions from Design to Completion, Major Interior & Exterior Renovations, Designer Remodels to Beautiful Custom Flooring, Custom Interior & Exterior Painting, Custom Designed Stone & Tile for gorgeous Bathrooms, Kitchens, Fireplace Surrounds, Entry Ways & Room Accents to all Exterior Home Improvements including Siding: Vinyl, Wood, & Stucco in the color & style to perfectly match your home & budget, Energy Efficient Replacement Windows & Doors, Custom Deck Systems designed for you & more! We have an experienced crew of contractors & master craftsmen detailing your home to perfection with personalized professional service from start to finish!
"Our fence looks incredible! They came swiftly to do the work, and we still get compliments about how great our fence looks. We liked working with Henry. The first issue arose when the fence exceeded the quote and contract that we signed. We weren’t told this until the very end of the work, which was not great to say the least by an additional 20%. We knew there was some flexibility in the price, but it would’ve been nice to say, by the way, we’ve exceeded the estimated price and expect the final price to be in this range. Lastly, we also had issues with our gate hinges and called them back 3x until it was finally fixed. It was difficult to get them to come back out even though we were under warranty, and we encountered issues with their customer service and communication. We would probably still use them again for another fence but would only communicate with Henry."
Alex D on May 2025
As North America's most trusted handyman company, Mr. Handyman is the largest employer of home repair contractors in U.S. and Canada. For more than 15 years we've consistently hired experienced, reliable employees whose skills are further refined through technical and customer service training. All of our handyman service technicians are licensed and insured for your safety and theirs. That means you'll receive consistently high quality work from safe, reliable, professional handymen. Mr. Handyman's professionals arrive in nationally-recognized uniforms and branded vans that are stocked with every tool they'll need. Our on-time record is second to none, and we arrive ready to work. One phone call to Mr. Handyman hires professionals who complete your entire "To Do" list. Every task whether major or minor home repair is prioritized according to your needs. For all your major and minor home repair needs, call Mr. Handyman today!
"I needed to have a window balance replaced. When he completed the initial estimate, I needed to have two window balances replaced because he broke a second one. I was charged to the parts and labor to replace both. Costs are not disclosed. For example, I was charged $198.89 for MH.MRE.605.0100 and $115.90 for MH.MTA.000.0004. Eventually I found out that the $115.90 was to locate and pick up the parts. There was also a Service Charge. When I asked what that was for, I was told "a fee for lack of a better term." My original estimate was for $300.13 but I ended up paying $412.78. There are better and more transparent options than Mr. Handyman."
Vernon A on February 2025
As North America's most trusted handyman company, Mr. Handyman is the largest employer of home repair contractors in U.S. and Canada. For more than 15 years we've consistently hired experienced, reliable employees whose skills are further refined through technical and customer service training. All of our handyman service technicians are licensed and insured for your safety and theirs. That means you'll receive consistently high quality work from safe, reliable, professional handymen. Mr. Handyman's professionals arrive in nationally-recognized uniforms and branded vans that are stocked with every tool they'll need. Our on-time record is second to none, and we arrive ready to work. One phone call to Mr. Handyman hires professionals who complete your entire "To Do" list. Every task whether major or minor home repair is prioritized according to your needs. For all your major and minor home repair needs, call Mr. Handyman today!
"I needed to have a window balance replaced. When he completed the initial estimate, I needed to have two window balances replaced because he broke a second one. I was charged to the parts and labor to replace both. Costs are not disclosed. For example, I was charged $198.89 for MH.MRE.605.0100 and $115.90 for MH.MTA.000.0004. Eventually I found out that the $115.90 was to locate and pick up the parts. There was also a Service Charge. When I asked what that was for, I was told "a fee for lack of a better term." My original estimate was for $300.13 but I ended up paying $412.78. There are better and more transparent options than Mr. Handyman."
Vernon A on February 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"job not completed"
James M on January 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"job not completed"
James M on January 2025
Performance Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Luis and his crew did an excellent job painting the exterior of our home. They were very thorough and made sure all of the color options were accurate before entering the process. They were very professional while also being friendly and pleasant to work with. "
Connie B on May 2025
Performance Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Luis and his crew did an excellent job painting the exterior of our home. They were very thorough and made sure all of the color options were accurate before entering the process. They were very professional while also being friendly and pleasant to work with. "
Connie B on May 2025
Guy's Professional Painting, Inc., has been providing high quality painting services for the Owings Mills area since 1983. Best painters in the Milky Way Galaxy. We will beat any price. Call today with your painting projects.
"Excellent customer service"
Keon S on September 2024
Guy's Professional Painting, Inc., has been providing high quality painting services for the Owings Mills area since 1983. Best painters in the Milky Way Galaxy. We will beat any price. Call today with your painting projects.
"Excellent customer service"
Keon S on September 2024
You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years.
"Jerry was friendly, efficient, straight-talking, and didn't try to upsell us. We didn't need (or want) a lot of design input and had a strong sense for the types of tile and fixtures we wanted. Many of the other contractors who came to give quotes pushed design services or strongly encouraged us to purchase low-quality tile/fixtures through their suppliers, but this wasn't the case with S & J. Elias was fantastic--he helped confirm our tiles and fixtures were appropriate before we finalized our purchases, and we appreciated his attention to detail throughout the process."
Katie M on June 2025
You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years.
"Jerry was friendly, efficient, straight-talking, and didn't try to upsell us. We didn't need (or want) a lot of design input and had a strong sense for the types of tile and fixtures we wanted. Many of the other contractors who came to give quotes pushed design services or strongly encouraged us to purchase low-quality tile/fixtures through their suppliers, but this wasn't the case with S & J. Elias was fantastic--he helped confirm our tiles and fixtures were appropriate before we finalized our purchases, and we appreciated his attention to detail throughout the process."
Katie M on June 2025
Abbyart Decorative Painting is a family owned and run residential contracting company serving the Baltimore Washington Annapolis region. We specialize in residential interior painting as well as tile design and installation. Mike Lipiner, the owner will personally come to your home to meet with you, view your project and give you a detailed cost estimate. Mike works personally on every job until the work is complete so you never have to worry about commissioned sales reps or nameless subcontractors parading through your home. As with all aspects when working with Abbyarts, billing is stress free. Typically, 1/3rd of the cost is paid at the start of the project with the remaining balance due upon completion. For very large or small projects it is no problem to alter payment times.
"The job was done excellently with professional courtesy. They truly went above and beyond."
Claudia B on May 2025
Abbyart Decorative Painting is a family owned and run residential contracting company serving the Baltimore Washington Annapolis region. We specialize in residential interior painting as well as tile design and installation. Mike Lipiner, the owner will personally come to your home to meet with you, view your project and give you a detailed cost estimate. Mike works personally on every job until the work is complete so you never have to worry about commissioned sales reps or nameless subcontractors parading through your home. As with all aspects when working with Abbyarts, billing is stress free. Typically, 1/3rd of the cost is paid at the start of the project with the remaining balance due upon completion. For very large or small projects it is no problem to alter payment times.
"The job was done excellently with professional courtesy. They truly went above and beyond."
Claudia B on May 2025
We have more than 15 years of experience in complete remodeling, from changing the color of your room to completely remodeling your house. We give new life to your home. Painting interior and exterior, bathroom remodeling, Laminate flooring installation, kitchen remodeling, remodeling our work comes with 100% guarantee and we also offer free in person estimates and competitive pricing. We make sure we beat our competitors line of work and prices. we also strive in making sure all of our customers are happy and satisfied with our work is completed in a timely manner and we keep all our customers informed of our work and progress.
"They were the first service to come to the house to look at the job and provide an estimate, and two days later they came and did the work. They were fast, clean, and their work was excellent quality."
Jan S on March 2025
We have more than 15 years of experience in complete remodeling, from changing the color of your room to completely remodeling your house. We give new life to your home. Painting interior and exterior, bathroom remodeling, Laminate flooring installation, kitchen remodeling, remodeling our work comes with 100% guarantee and we also offer free in person estimates and competitive pricing. We make sure we beat our competitors line of work and prices. we also strive in making sure all of our customers are happy and satisfied with our work is completed in a timely manner and we keep all our customers informed of our work and progress.
"They were the first service to come to the house to look at the job and provide an estimate, and two days later they came and did the work. They were fast, clean, and their work was excellent quality."
Jan S on March 2025
It's best to stain your new fence after the wood has fully dried, which usually takes about six to eight weeks after installation. Waiting ensures the stain adheres properly, giving your fence lasting protection. Staining a fence usually takes three to five days. You'll start by cleaning the wood and letting it dry for at least 24 hours. After applying the stain, you'll need to wait 12 to 24 hours for each coat to dry.
Paint lasts longer than stain—about five to 10 years compared to stain's one to eight years. Painting requires more prep work and multiple coats, but offers a durable, long-lasting finish. Staining is less labor-intensive and allows the wood's natural beauty to show, but may need more frequent reapplication. Consider your maintenance preferences and desired look when choosing between the two.
Yes, you should stain both sides of your fence. Staining both sides provides complete protection from weather, moisture, and pests, extending your fence's lifespan and keeping it looking good. If your fence borders a neighbor’s property, communicate with them about splitting the cost of staining both sides of the fence or work out an agreement that satisfies both parties.