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Major home repair pros (general contractors) in Jamaica

Atlantic Shore Builders & Developers
156 East Main Street
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Atlantic Shore Builders & Developers
156 East Main Street
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

We are 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. We are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call for a quote today!

"Friendly, low price, and best of all the painter, Francisco, is a REAL professional who’s not about doing a slipshod job and leaving. He took as many days as he needed at a flat rate and ensured the job was top quality."

Alexander M on October 2021

We are 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. We are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Give us a call for a quote today!

"Friendly, low price, and best of all the painter, Francisco, is a REAL professional who’s not about doing a slipshod job and leaving. He took as many days as he needed at a flat rate and ensured the job was top quality."

Alexander M on October 2021


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P Bright Construction
2041 73rd Street
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
P Bright Construction
2041 73rd Street
5.00(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

P Bright Construction Corp is committed to excellence 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 our 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.

"The team was very professional and did great work. They were on time and stayed until the job was perfectly done."

Maythe R on December 2024

P Bright Construction Corp is committed to excellence 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 our 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.

"The team was very professional and did great work. They were on time and stayed until the job was perfectly done."

Maythe R on December 2024


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Raifa Construction
27 Webster Ave
4.79(
14
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Approved Pro
Raifa Construction
27 Webster Ave
4.79(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

Raifa 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.

"Great quality work"

Roselyn R on April 2024

Raifa 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.

"Great quality work"

Roselyn R on April 2024



Alpha Construct
934 Belmont Ave, Unit 1
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Alpha Construct
934 Belmont Ave, Unit 1
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

We are 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 ess

"Very professional and easy to work with!"

Lamar P on July 2023

We are 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 ess

"Very professional and easy to work with!"

Lamar P on July 2023


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Premier Builders & Construction
116 St. Marks Place
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Premier Builders & Construction
116 St. Marks Place
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. You will find us to be competitively priced, with close attention to the details of each and every project. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references.

"Premier Builders was trustworthy and a pleasure to work with. A+ job. Would recommend to anyone remodeling their home."

Mike V on October 2022

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. You will find us to be competitively priced, with close attention to the details of each and every project. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business, so please ask us for references.

"Premier Builders was trustworthy and a pleasure to work with. A+ job. Would recommend to anyone remodeling their home."

Mike V on October 2022


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MIDCO
1012 Park Street
4.94(
15
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Approved Pro
MIDCO
1012 Park Street
4.94(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

MIDCO is a design and build corporation that specializes in high end interior and exterior finishes in the New York Metro area. We produce top quality results with customer service being our number one priority. We manage and complete project types ranging from residential and commercial renovations and remodels to new construction and full custom builds.

"Marcel and his are great they were hired by mom unfortunately she passed away and I took over the coordination their work was great very professional very efficient l I would highly recommended and everyone who has come by the house to see was astonished of the workshop a d quality now I have a great new first floor kitchen and bathroom my mom would have been amazed about the transformation of her apartment. So if you need any renovation don't hesitate to co tact marcel and his crew."

Srodin L on May 2024

MIDCO is a design and build corporation that specializes in high end interior and exterior finishes in the New York Metro area. We produce top quality results with customer service being our number one priority. We manage and complete project types ranging from residential and commercial renovations and remodels to new construction and full custom builds.

"Marcel and his are great they were hired by mom unfortunately she passed away and I took over the coordination their work was great very professional very efficient l I would highly recommended and everyone who has come by the house to see was astonished of the workshop a d quality now I have a great new first floor kitchen and bathroom my mom would have been amazed about the transformation of her apartment. So if you need any renovation don't hesitate to co tact marcel and his crew."

Srodin L on May 2024


MS Construction And Remodeling
1681 65TH ST APT C4
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
MS Construction And Remodeling
1681 65TH ST APT C4
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 16 years of industry experience. We specialize in Remodels, Drywall, Demolition, Etc. but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other Home Improvement projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! We are a bilingual company, and are happy to serve both our English and Spanish Speaking communities!

"Great guys, quality work and honest price."

Alex D on June 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 16 years of industry experience. We specialize in Remodels, Drywall, Demolition, Etc. but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other Home Improvement projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! We are a bilingual company, and are happy to serve both our English and Spanish Speaking communities!

"Great guys, quality work and honest price."

Alex D on June 2025


Tony Construction
104 Phoenix St
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Tony Construction
104 Phoenix St
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!


Thomas O'Neill Custom Design, Inc.
312 Noyac Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Thomas O'Neill Custom Design, Inc.
312 Noyac Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

At Thomas O'Neill Custom ,we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional customer service. We specialize in getting your projects done in a timely and professional manner. We have been in business for over 20 years and are backed by over 40+ years experience, and are licensed and insured. So call today and set up your free no obligation estimate. We are located in Southampton NY. Thank you.

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Homeowner on May 2020

At Thomas O'Neill Custom ,we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional customer service. We specialize in getting your projects done in a timely and professional manner. We have been in business for over 20 years and are backed by over 40+ years experience, and are licensed and insured. So call today and set up your free no obligation estimate. We are located in Southampton NY. Thank you.

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Homeowner on May 2020

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FAQs for major home repair (general contractor) projects in Jamaica, NY

You should replace floor joists as soon as you see clear signs of structural trouble—sagging floors, wide wall cracks, uneven door frames, wet or rotting wood, persistent squeaks, or windows that no longer latch. Tilted or sinking supports in the crawl space are another red flag. If you notice any of these signs, call a pro right away to keep your home’s structure safe.

If the joists are exposed from below, a pro can swap them out without touching the finished floor above. In an unfinished basement or crawl space, you’ll often see the joists and can easily reach them. When insulation, subflooring, or finished flooring blocks access, the crew must remove these materials before repairs can begin.

Sistering allows a pro to reinforce a cracked or undersized joist without tearing up the entire floor. The contractor slowly raises the frame, then fastens a new joist snugly against the damaged one to share the load. When done correctly, sistering restores full structural strength and keeps the floor level without the cost of a complete replacement.

Floor joists installed correctly in a stable environment can last for 100 years or more, often outlasting the house itself. However, termite damage, moisture, leaks, and other problems can significantly reduce a floor's lifespan. For instance, if the floor is exposed to consistent moisture, you'll likely need to replace the joists every 20 to 30 years.

Homeowners' insurance covers floor joist damage resulting from sudden and accidental events, such as fire, windstorm, or water damage from a burst pipe. It will not cover repairs resulting from gradual deterioration, poor maintenance, or termite infestations. Review your insurance policy and consult your provider to verify the conditions that guarantee full coverage. Doing so ensures you are fully aware of your responsibilities and can plan your repair work with complete confidence.

Floor joists are essential structural components that provide a stable foundation for your home. They directly transfer the weight of floors, furniture, and occupants to the foundation, ensuring stability and a safe living environment. Without these robust beams, the structure would face compromised load distribution, leading to potential safety hazards and costly repairs. Proper installation and maintenance are crucial for long-term durability and safety.

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