"Timely, and good work. Great personality as well."
Rosa H on February 2023
"Timely, and good work. Great personality as well."
Rosa H on February 2023
Wilmington Building and Remodeling is that rare choice in home improvement with a professional acumen that you expect, but you get that and much more. We specialize in large remodel projects, roofing and siding installation and repairs. All projects are completed with your needs in mind as well as your budget. Call us today for more information on what we can do for you.
"They replaced the siding on my home, and then painted it. They also did some roofing repair, trim repair, plumbing, built a deck, and a kitchen remodel. You can't find a better guy to work with. He wants to do the job right, and wants to make you happy. He definitely goes the extra mile, and does wonderful work."
Bob G on March 2012
Wilmington Building and Remodeling is that rare choice in home improvement with a professional acumen that you expect, but you get that and much more. We specialize in large remodel projects, roofing and siding installation and repairs. All projects are completed with your needs in mind as well as your budget. Call us today for more information on what we can do for you.
"They replaced the siding on my home, and then painted it. They also did some roofing repair, trim repair, plumbing, built a deck, and a kitchen remodel. You can't find a better guy to work with. He wants to do the job right, and wants to make you happy. He definitely goes the extra mile, and does wonderful work."
Bob G on March 2012
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. 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.
"Great and fast."
constance b on April 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. 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.
"Great and fast."
constance b on April 2025
BowKen Construction 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.
"Was always on time , very professional and takes pride in his work. Would highly recommend"
Tony D on February 2024
BowKen Construction 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.
"Was always on time , very professional and takes pride in his work. Would highly recommend"
Tony D on February 2024
Elite Contracting offers several services including home remodels, additions, decks, patios, porches, flooring, painting, drywall, roofs, etc.! Owner and operator, Mike Motto, takes great pride in his professionalism and the satisfaction of his customers. He has over 30 years of experience as well as an eye for detail and completes every job to perfection! For fast, reliable, and efficient service, give us a call today. You won't be disappointed!
"The team at Elite has provided exceptional service in completing the necessary work in both our bathroom and master bedroom. The guys were very professional and courteous, even suggesting ways to save us money. We were so pleased, that we contacted them again for additional work. Our second work request has been completed as well. The associate also provided very professional and courteous work. Again, making suggestions about the work that needed to be done to better our request and save money. I highly recommend this company and will continue to use them in the future."
James G on March 2023
Elite Contracting offers several services including home remodels, additions, decks, patios, porches, flooring, painting, drywall, roofs, etc.! Owner and operator, Mike Motto, takes great pride in his professionalism and the satisfaction of his customers. He has over 30 years of experience as well as an eye for detail and completes every job to perfection! For fast, reliable, and efficient service, give us a call today. You won't be disappointed!
"The team at Elite has provided exceptional service in completing the necessary work in both our bathroom and master bedroom. The guys were very professional and courteous, even suggesting ways to save us money. We were so pleased, that we contacted them again for additional work. Our second work request has been completed as well. The associate also provided very professional and courteous work. Again, making suggestions about the work that needed to be done to better our request and save money. I highly recommend this company and will continue to use them in the future."
James G on March 2023
PatchMaster Serving Cape Fear is the region's top rated drywall repair service provider. We handle any kind of damaged drywall or plaster repair, perform small-to-medium hang and finish jobs, as well as apply (AND REMOVE!) textured ceilings of any kind! Got a hole that needs to be patched or a seam that's cracked? We will make it disappear! PatchMaster Serving Cape Fear is a locally-owned and operated business, and as our numerous customers can tell you, we consistently show up on time, do outstanding work, and clean up after ourselves when the job is complete. Give us a call today for a free estimate!
"Chad was the BEST!!!! I had 20 holes that had to be repaired due to having to re-pipe my entire house from a plumbing leak. He put new drywall up, finished it and painted everything so there is not one visible sign that anything happened to the walls. He would be the Olympic Gold Winner if there was a category for this."
Judy B on January 2024
PatchMaster Serving Cape Fear is the region's top rated drywall repair service provider. We handle any kind of damaged drywall or plaster repair, perform small-to-medium hang and finish jobs, as well as apply (AND REMOVE!) textured ceilings of any kind! Got a hole that needs to be patched or a seam that's cracked? We will make it disappear! PatchMaster Serving Cape Fear is a locally-owned and operated business, and as our numerous customers can tell you, we consistently show up on time, do outstanding work, and clean up after ourselves when the job is complete. Give us a call today for a free estimate!
"Chad was the BEST!!!! I had 20 holes that had to be repaired due to having to re-pipe my entire house from a plumbing leak. He put new drywall up, finished it and painted everything so there is not one visible sign that anything happened to the walls. He would be the Olympic Gold Winner if there was a category for this."
Judy B on January 2024
Homeowners across North America have been calling on Handyman Connection for our professional craftsmanship and exemplary customer service since 1991. Each Handyman Connection franchise is locally owned and operated, backed by the company that helped launch the industry. Handyman Connection of Wilmington is locally owned and operated by Chris Sikes. Chris is a Veteran of the US Army, where he served proudly for 13 years. With more than 17 years in the home construction field, we are committed to excellent customer service alongside top quality workmanship. We take great pride in hiring, and as such, our craftsman are experts in their trades and are background checked for your security and peace of mind. We look forward to taking your repairs and remodeling dreams to reality and beyond. We believe that quality is in the name and trust is in the relationship at Handyman Connection of Wilmington.
"The work that was preformed was horrible. This was new construction home and which we thought we hired this company and come to find out they sub contracted the work out. This was a total Sheetrock job. A lot of our personal property was used and damaged, none of the work was complete on 2 separate occasions, the owner was very disrespectful when we called him out on it,etc. I can’t explain everything we went through to get this job done properly. We had to hire someone else to complete the work. Keep in mind we live over 3 hours away and 2 separate trips the work was supposed to be complete. I would not recommend and be careful signing their contract and giving them your direct account information!! They will try and withdraw the money without your knowledge and claim they made attempts to collect which is incorrect!!"
Jason N on January 2025
Homeowners across North America have been calling on Handyman Connection for our professional craftsmanship and exemplary customer service since 1991. Each Handyman Connection franchise is locally owned and operated, backed by the company that helped launch the industry. Handyman Connection of Wilmington is locally owned and operated by Chris Sikes. Chris is a Veteran of the US Army, where he served proudly for 13 years. With more than 17 years in the home construction field, we are committed to excellent customer service alongside top quality workmanship. We take great pride in hiring, and as such, our craftsman are experts in their trades and are background checked for your security and peace of mind. We look forward to taking your repairs and remodeling dreams to reality and beyond. We believe that quality is in the name and trust is in the relationship at Handyman Connection of Wilmington.
"The work that was preformed was horrible. This was new construction home and which we thought we hired this company and come to find out they sub contracted the work out. This was a total Sheetrock job. A lot of our personal property was used and damaged, none of the work was complete on 2 separate occasions, the owner was very disrespectful when we called him out on it,etc. I can’t explain everything we went through to get this job done properly. We had to hire someone else to complete the work. Keep in mind we live over 3 hours away and 2 separate trips the work was supposed to be complete. I would not recommend and be careful signing their contract and giving them your direct account information!! They will try and withdraw the money without your knowledge and claim they made attempts to collect which is incorrect!!"
Jason N on January 2025
The General Construction Company Specializes in Roofing and the entire Construction area Residential. The objectives of our company are simple, it is to emphasize competitiveness to complete the work in record time so that the client is satisfied and to strive to continue being among the top Roofing installers and renovation industry.
"It went very well & we are not done yet. I keep finding new projects for them to do."
Jonnie Kay C on July 2024
The General Construction Company Specializes in Roofing and the entire Construction area Residential. The objectives of our company are simple, it is to emphasize competitiveness to complete the work in record time so that the client is satisfied and to strive to continue being among the top Roofing installers and renovation industry.
"It went very well & we are not done yet. I keep finding new projects for them to do."
Jonnie Kay C on July 2024
2 employees. Occasionally uses subs. No travel charges. Cost is determined by the job.
2 employees. Occasionally uses subs. No travel charges. Cost is determined by the job.
We do it all from A to Z. From your smallest of jobs to building your dream home, Anthony's Remodeling Contractor will provide the quality of work that you would expect at a reasonable price that you would not expect. Family owned and operated business for over 20 years. FREE estimates. Military and senior discount. We offer more than the average business. We build long lasting relationships with our customers. Serving all of Delaware, Elkton, Maryland and southern Pennsylvania. We look forward to serving you and building a long lasting relationship. Call today for your FREE estimate.
"HORRIBLE CONTRACTORS!!! I have had contractors before and experienced some issues but this Anthony guy is very unprofessional and he is an absolutely nightmare! Not a single item was completed from the contract he and I agreed on and he took 60% of the contract amount and he stopped working the property. I had a property with some cosmetic work stuff and repairs which shouldn’t be that complicated. After he toured the property and gave me estimated time frame for 2 weeks. I know normally how it is not done with contractors so I asked him a few more times and confirmed if he could really finish it in two weeks. He was confident and said two weeks for no problem. After it has been almost 4 weeks, not even a quarter of work has been done and I noticed he didn’t even show up. He has so many excuses and complaints every single time when I contacted him. It felt like he was working for free which was not true. We agreed on 3 installment payments, 1st installment, before the job start about 30% of the total price, and 2nd one, 1/3 of the total price, and the last one at the completion of the job. After 2 weeks of work and not much of work has been done, he already requested for the 2nd installment. I asked him, the work has not been done 2/3 of the job, more over not even half way done. Anyway, he got upset and he wouldn’t continue the job if I didn’t pay. So I paid and then BOOM! He didn’t show up at work and when I asked him, his answer was it is too cold to work at the property. He made excuses and excuses and he said he will only come back if the heater is fixed. I did and texted him and called him. NO RESPONSE. Besides, his quality of work is horrible. He and his crew painted all over, light fixtures, light bulbs, floors, even bathtub. What kind of painter paint over the tub?! They simply didn’t even covered the parts not supposed to paint but they were so lazy and sloppy worker. They installed the brand new room doors, two out of three, didn’t even close properly and didn’t even use the shim. Installing the door is one of the basic carpentry job and he can’t even do that! I asked for the breakdown of the work and cost and no answer. When I confronted him for a few stuff, he just blah blah blah and repeating himself by making endless nonsense and not doing the job at all. Even if he does a job, not a good quality one."
Leeah L on February 2019
We do it all from A to Z. From your smallest of jobs to building your dream home, Anthony's Remodeling Contractor will provide the quality of work that you would expect at a reasonable price that you would not expect. Family owned and operated business for over 20 years. FREE estimates. Military and senior discount. We offer more than the average business. We build long lasting relationships with our customers. Serving all of Delaware, Elkton, Maryland and southern Pennsylvania. We look forward to serving you and building a long lasting relationship. Call today for your FREE estimate.
"HORRIBLE CONTRACTORS!!! I have had contractors before and experienced some issues but this Anthony guy is very unprofessional and he is an absolutely nightmare! Not a single item was completed from the contract he and I agreed on and he took 60% of the contract amount and he stopped working the property. I had a property with some cosmetic work stuff and repairs which shouldn’t be that complicated. After he toured the property and gave me estimated time frame for 2 weeks. I know normally how it is not done with contractors so I asked him a few more times and confirmed if he could really finish it in two weeks. He was confident and said two weeks for no problem. After it has been almost 4 weeks, not even a quarter of work has been done and I noticed he didn’t even show up. He has so many excuses and complaints every single time when I contacted him. It felt like he was working for free which was not true. We agreed on 3 installment payments, 1st installment, before the job start about 30% of the total price, and 2nd one, 1/3 of the total price, and the last one at the completion of the job. After 2 weeks of work and not much of work has been done, he already requested for the 2nd installment. I asked him, the work has not been done 2/3 of the job, more over not even half way done. Anyway, he got upset and he wouldn’t continue the job if I didn’t pay. So I paid and then BOOM! He didn’t show up at work and when I asked him, his answer was it is too cold to work at the property. He made excuses and excuses and he said he will only come back if the heater is fixed. I did and texted him and called him. NO RESPONSE. Besides, his quality of work is horrible. He and his crew painted all over, light fixtures, light bulbs, floors, even bathtub. What kind of painter paint over the tub?! They simply didn’t even covered the parts not supposed to paint but they were so lazy and sloppy worker. They installed the brand new room doors, two out of three, didn’t even close properly and didn’t even use the shim. Installing the door is one of the basic carpentry job and he can’t even do that! I asked for the breakdown of the work and cost and no answer. When I confronted him for a few stuff, he just blah blah blah and repeating himself by making endless nonsense and not doing the job at all. Even if he does a job, not a good quality one."
Leeah L on February 2019
While it might be tempting to tackle drywall installation yourself, it's a challenging job best left to the pros. Drywall panels are heavy—each one weighs between 50 and 70 pounds—and handling them safely usually requires at least two people. Professional installers have the experience and equipment to align and secure the panels properly, ensuring a smooth, long-lasting finish that meets all code requirements.
Drywall and plaster are two different materials used for walls and ceilings, each with its own advantages. Drywall consists of manufactured panels that can be installed quickly and offer good insulation. It's generally more cost-effective and is great for straight walls and ceilings.
Plaster is applied in layers over a supportive framework called lath. While it requires more labor, plaster provides a unique, smooth finish that's ideal for curved surfaces and decorative details. Your choice between drywall and plaster will depend on your desired look, durability needs, and budget.
Lightweight drywall panels are about 25% lighter than standard ones, making them easier to handle during installation. This can be helpful if you're doing a DIY project or working in tight spaces. However, they might not offer the same level of durability, fire resistance, or soundproofing as regular drywall. If you're looking for superior protection and a finish that lasts, standard drywall may be the better option for your walls and ceilings.
Professionally installed drywall lasts between 40 and 60 years. Drywall longevity depends on installation quality, maintenance practices, and environmental conditions. High-quality work combined with proper care ensures that drywall performs reliably for decades. Factors such as moisture, fire exposure, and physical damage can affect its lifespan, so regular inspections and timely repairs are essential for extending durability.
You don't need a permit to replace drywall if you're just swapping out old panels without making any structural changes. If you're keeping the wall positions the same and not moving any electrical or plumbing, you can go ahead without a permit. However, if your project involves adding or removing walls or altering the home's infrastructure, you'll likely need to get a permit, which can add $50 to $150 to your costs. It's always a good idea to check with your local building department to make sure you're following the rules.