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Avatar for Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
200
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a lot of work and repairs done in my house. I called and met with Harvey about what I wanted to be done in my home, and two days later, the work was being conducted on my house. The significant items were that I needed new basement steps, and Harvey and his crew rebuilt all the steps and railings. I had my bathroom grouted, caulked, and repaired. I needed my kitchen to be refreshed and a new kitchen floor. In addition, the kitchen, dining room, lower and upstairs hallway, and living room were in need of repair and needed to be painted. I had my entire windows repaired and corked from the inside and the outside. Harvey and his men were very professional, polite, and extremely hardworking. They showed up every day on time and worked diligently through the day. Harvey offered good ideas and suggestions on my home improvements and repairs. I was thrilled by the outcome and the quality of their work. I would highly recommend them, and I plan to use them in the future."
FLOORING
Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
KITCHEN REMODEL
Decks

+151

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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V-Strong Contractor, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mikael and all of V-Strong Contractor were like a breath of fresh air. They corrected and finished work of previous contractor. Work was done professionally and on time. Price was also very reasonable. Have used them for multiple home repairs and renovations. Kerry C"
Response time2 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ms. & Mr. Construction NJ LLC
4.6(
19
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elson did a great job! He was efficient, detail oriented, and truly listened to what we wanted. We had other pros attempt to push us into far more work than we wanted, but Elson understood what we wanted and delivered. I truly appreciate it how he remained under budget. I also appreciated His general, kind demeanor, his promptness and responsiveness. We will definitely use Elson again in the future."
Fully Renovated
Fully renovated
New Deck
Work in progress...
Bathroom Renovation

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CSZ Construction
4.6(
69
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cesar and his crew just finished a remodel of my master bathroom. This is the second major project completed in my home by CSZ (prior kitchen remodel) and once again they exceeded my expectations. Cesar worked with me along the way to come up with the perfect design to ensure all my requirements were met. He is knowledgeable and his attention to detail is second to none. The CSZ crew, Armondo and Benjamin were also a pleasure to work with. They are knowledgeable, trustworthy, and hardworking. They also did an exceptional job cleaning up at the end of each work day. My dog even loves them! I highly recommend CSZ Construction. They will most certainly be back for future projects in my home!"
 ALL COLUMNS FINISH
OLD DECK
Livinroom
 PAINTING
PREPARING FOOTINGS

+168

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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BORAL CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If you're lucky enough to meet Bruno Boral of Boral Construction — and he services your area — just hire him. I met Bruno during a vulnerable time, caring for my aging parents and renovating their home from afar. I didn’t know anyone locally and was overwhelmed. From day one, Bruno was kind, honest, fair, and never pushy. He always prioritized my budget over his profits. I trusted him so completely that I let him make decisions — and he exceeded expectations every time. His craftsmanship is impeccable and thoughtful. He adds special touches at his own expense, simply because he takes pride in his work. Who does that? Bruno treats you like family, solves problems with grace, and partners with vendors who share his values. He’s a man of true integrity. I wouldn’t consider anyone else for future projects. Bruno didn’t just renovate a home — he brought me peace of mind when I needed it most."
Deck
Kitchen Remodel
Staircase and Flooring
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Remodel

+49

Response time2 days
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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EMILCO Construction, LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Emile is a great contractor and I highly recommend him reservation to anyone looking to upgrade or do a home renovation project. He helped us renovate our primary bathroom (completely, down to the studs and completely changing the layout), created a main floor laundry room, and an extra bedroom. Emile provided a comprehensive estimate, which was accurate, and he finished the entire job within the agreed upon time frame within the estimate. His crew were complete professionals, polite, and did excellent work. We could not be happier with the results and our new spaces. The rooms are beautiful. He went above and beyond in all respects, even when I decided to make changes to the design along the way, he was able to roll with them and told me how much various options would cost and other pros and cons of those options (tiling the whole bathroom vs partial, heated floors or no, different types of fixtures, etc)."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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+21

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Ernest & Sons General Contractors
4.1(
23
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Customers say: Quality work

"They are not local to my area. Please, hire local. And this is for Angi: Try not to recommend contractors who are a significant distance away, in this case around 80 miles (and 2 states) away. Great website, appears to be professionally designed and maintained, I like what they do (judging from the content in the website) but I am outside their service area. I don't live in that area. If I owned a home or apartment in that area, I would hire them."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
4.5(
512
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"The services provided were done in the most efficient manner. Workmen were polite and professional. Communication with team members was top notch and responsive. I would use Handy Man of So. Or, Westfield, Scotch Plains, and Metuchin for any repairs I need. I am sure you will be equality satisfied should you chose to use them."
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+350

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for KDK Builders LLC
KDK Builders LLC
3.8(
4
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Serving Jersey City, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

Welcome to KDK Builders! \n\nKDK Builders is a general contractor specializing in house building, remodeling, and repairs for clients in the North New Jersey area. Insured, licensed, and certified, we offer extensive experience, individualized attention, and regular communication on every aspect of every project. \n\nContact us today for more information! We look forward to working with you!\n

Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+52

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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