My oldest son and I started this company, because I lost my youngest son to negligence from a contractor. I have 25 years of knowledge in the construction industry. I have seen poor craftsmanship, unsafe structures, and faulty work throughout my life. so, I retired from being an electrical superintendent to change the way contractors do business and to create safe structures that you call home. I am committed to safety and to making everything we build safe and secure. 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 their concerns the basis of our business. Above all, We give God the Glory.
"They were on time, cordial, respectful, did a great job and I would definitely hire them again. A very good company, and very professional!"
Karen k on July 2024
My oldest son and I started this company, because I lost my youngest son to negligence from a contractor. I have 25 years of knowledge in the construction industry. I have seen poor craftsmanship, unsafe structures, and faulty work throughout my life. so, I retired from being an electrical superintendent to change the way contractors do business and to create safe structures that you call home. I am committed to safety and to making everything we build safe and secure. 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 their concerns the basis of our business. Above all, We give God the Glory.
"They were on time, cordial, respectful, did a great job and I would definitely hire them again. A very good company, and very professional!"
Karen k on July 2024
If your tired of paying insane amounts on plumbing repairs or waiting on a plumber who never shows up, then you need a reliable plumber you can TRUST. Here at SMK plumbing we strive to make sure our customers are not only taken care of but are not taken advantage of. Servicing all of Knoxville and surrounding areas, We offer multiple services including New Construction, drain cleaning, water heater repair/replace, garbage disposal repair, leak repair, drain and water repipes, filtration installation, remodel services, shower/tub installation, new water mains and sewer mains and much more). When your in need and want someone you can count on. Call SMK to make your plumbing worries go away!
"Really good they was kind and knowledgeable"
Justin T on November 2023
If your tired of paying insane amounts on plumbing repairs or waiting on a plumber who never shows up, then you need a reliable plumber you can TRUST. Here at SMK plumbing we strive to make sure our customers are not only taken care of but are not taken advantage of. Servicing all of Knoxville and surrounding areas, We offer multiple services including New Construction, drain cleaning, water heater repair/replace, garbage disposal repair, leak repair, drain and water repipes, filtration installation, remodel services, shower/tub installation, new water mains and sewer mains and much more). When your in need and want someone you can count on. Call SMK to make your plumbing worries go away!
"Really good they was kind and knowledgeable"
Justin T on November 2023
20 years of experience with Residential and Commercial Plumbing
"It very well. He was polite. Kept me informed what he was doing. And he completed the job quickly the same day."
Stuart B on May 2025
20 years of experience with Residential and Commercial Plumbing
"It very well. He was polite. Kept me informed what he was doing. And he completed the job quickly the same day."
Stuart B on May 2025
Winkles Plumbing provides a variety of professional plumbing services. Winkles Plumbing is an active service provider and offers dynamic skilled workers. They were able to develop their skills through years of experience in field work. At Winkles Plumbing, we are convinced that the job done will surpass your expectations. We tender the best plumbing services and plumbing help at your convenience. We offer prompt and reliable service to sump pumps, water heaters, faucets, sinks, water lines, sewers, garbage disposals, toilets, and more at reasonable rates. Our team is dedicated to providing the best possible solutions for all your plumbing problems. We take pride in providing efficient plumbing services that match your needs and your budget. 18 years experience.
"Great! Very professional. On time. Worked even getting soaked in the rain. Excellent choice! Would definitely hire again. Thanks!"
Travis A on June 2025
Winkles Plumbing provides a variety of professional plumbing services. Winkles Plumbing is an active service provider and offers dynamic skilled workers. They were able to develop their skills through years of experience in field work. At Winkles Plumbing, we are convinced that the job done will surpass your expectations. We tender the best plumbing services and plumbing help at your convenience. We offer prompt and reliable service to sump pumps, water heaters, faucets, sinks, water lines, sewers, garbage disposals, toilets, and more at reasonable rates. Our team is dedicated to providing the best possible solutions for all your plumbing problems. We take pride in providing efficient plumbing services that match your needs and your budget. 18 years experience.
"Great! Very professional. On time. Worked even getting soaked in the rain. Excellent choice! Would definitely hire again. Thanks!"
Travis A on June 2025
Plumbing Services is a full service plumbing company we give free with no obligation estimates. We offer plumbing inspections. I've been in the business 29 years; we offer the best rates! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"My wife and aunt said he did a great job!!"
John M on November 2024
Plumbing Services is a full service plumbing company we give free with no obligation estimates. We offer plumbing inspections. I've been in the business 29 years; we offer the best rates! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"My wife and aunt said he did a great job!!"
John M on November 2024
WE DO NOT BUILD OR QUOTE ADDITIONS. We do Kitchens, baths, decks, docks and more. When craftsmanship matters, call us. License and insurance covers work over water and up to $1,000,000. If you can imagine it we will build or transform it.
"John was very responsive and quick to act on an attic ladder repair I needed. He was eager to help me complete the project and did what he said he would. I will definitely be hiring John again in the future"
Sierra V on April 2024
WE DO NOT BUILD OR QUOTE ADDITIONS. We do Kitchens, baths, decks, docks and more. When craftsmanship matters, call us. License and insurance covers work over water and up to $1,000,000. If you can imagine it we will build or transform it.
"John was very responsive and quick to act on an attic ladder repair I needed. He was eager to help me complete the project and did what he said he would. I will definitely be hiring John again in the future"
Sierra V on April 2024
Our Home Office is based out of Farragut Tennesse (West Knoxville Area). We are a company that delivers quality for the right price. We offer all forms of Interior / Exterior residential remodeling. Licensed / Insured. EXTRA 5% OFF labor for returning Angie's List members
"Trustworthy and highly talented, Jeff finished everything a day early and completed a few things that we didn’t expect him to cover. He’s a perfectionist who explains everything in simple English, and he’s a straight forward guy."
John H on May 2025
Our Home Office is based out of Farragut Tennesse (West Knoxville Area). We are a company that delivers quality for the right price. We offer all forms of Interior / Exterior residential remodeling. Licensed / Insured. EXTRA 5% OFF labor for returning Angie's List members
"Trustworthy and highly talented, Jeff finished everything a day early and completed a few things that we didn’t expect him to cover. He’s a perfectionist who explains everything in simple English, and he’s a straight forward guy."
John H on May 2025
At Silver Creek Homes, our mission is to remodel or build exceptional, high-quality custom homes that reflect the unique vision and lifestyle of each client. We are committed to providing a seamless, enjoyable building or remodeling experience, guiding our clients through every step of the process to create their dream home. Through dedication, craftsmanship, and personalized service, we strive to exceed expectations and build lasting relationships with our clients.
"The project is incomplete, but so far it’s been perfect"
John S on December 2024
At Silver Creek Homes, our mission is to remodel or build exceptional, high-quality custom homes that reflect the unique vision and lifestyle of each client. We are committed to providing a seamless, enjoyable building or remodeling experience, guiding our clients through every step of the process to create their dream home. Through dedication, craftsmanship, and personalized service, we strive to exceed expectations and build lasting relationships with our clients.
"The project is incomplete, but so far it’s been perfect"
John S on December 2024
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Excellent. I needed to convert a tiny bathroom with tub, and a bedroom, into a larger bathroom with walk-in shower and a laundry room. Thay engaged an engineer to move a wall, and the result will help me age-in-place in comfort and safety. Throughout the process the workers were pleasant, respectful of my space and needs, and helpful in many unexpected ways. Having heard many remodeling horror stories I was pleasantly surprised by their efforts to make the process as clean and easy as possible."
Catherine M on January 2025
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Excellent. I needed to convert a tiny bathroom with tub, and a bedroom, into a larger bathroom with walk-in shower and a laundry room. Thay engaged an engineer to move a wall, and the result will help me age-in-place in comfort and safety. Throughout the process the workers were pleasant, respectful of my space and needs, and helpful in many unexpected ways. Having heard many remodeling horror stories I was pleasantly surprised by their efforts to make the process as clean and easy as possible."
Catherine M on January 2025
At Elliott's Custom Builder, LLC we can help you with just about any project from a large custom home to a kitchen/bath remodel to an addition or garage. We build it all. We are a small family-owned and operated business with over 40 years experience in residential home building. We call our selves "builders" because we have the hands on knowledge to build your project from start to finish. Our subcontractors and employees are confident in our experience and know they are expected to perform to high standards. Our attention to detail is what makes us standout from the competition and because we limit the number of projects we work on to no more than two at a time so we can do just that.
"Tom and his crew remodeled our bathroom, added a sunroom, built a garage for our tractor and finished on open garage into a closed garage. Each day they cleaned the worksite before they left. They did an excellent job with each of these projects and we would not hesitate to use them again."
Len & Wanda T on November 2024
At Elliott's Custom Builder, LLC we can help you with just about any project from a large custom home to a kitchen/bath remodel to an addition or garage. We build it all. We are a small family-owned and operated business with over 40 years experience in residential home building. We call our selves "builders" because we have the hands on knowledge to build your project from start to finish. Our subcontractors and employees are confident in our experience and know they are expected to perform to high standards. Our attention to detail is what makes us standout from the competition and because we limit the number of projects we work on to no more than two at a time so we can do just that.
"Tom and his crew remodeled our bathroom, added a sunroom, built a garage for our tractor and finished on open garage into a closed garage. Each day they cleaned the worksite before they left. They did an excellent job with each of these projects and we would not hesitate to use them again."
Len & Wanda T on November 2024
A pro can finish the job in one to three hours. Countertop models are the quickest, but built-in, drawer, and over-the-range units take longer because the installer may need to run a new outlet, modify cabinets, or add venting. Any add-ons can push the timeline closer to the three-hour mark. Hiring a licensed installer ensures the wiring is safe and the appliance operates at peak performance.
Because an over-the-range microwave doubles as a range hood, it needs proper venting. You can opt for a recirculating model that filters and recirculates air back into the kitchen, or a ducted unit that exhausts outdoors. Are you unsure which route suits your cooking style? Ask your installer for guidance before making a purchase.
Only microwaves labeled “over-the-range” have the built-in venting and lighting that’s necessary for safe, code-compliant use above a stove. Countertop models don’t have those safeguards. Before you swipe your card, have a licensed microwave installer confirm you’re choosing the right unit for the space and ensure compliance with local codes.
It’s best not to install a countertop microwave in your cabinets. Countertop models aren’t designed for use in an enclosed cabinet, and blocking those vents can trap moisture or even create a fire hazard. A built-in or drawer microwave is designed for tight spaces. Run your plans by an installer to make sure you’re buying the right style for the spot.
You don’t need an electrician if the outlet already meets the microwave’s power needs and sits in the right spot. In that case, you’re good to go ahead with the installation. If the outlet is undersized, outdated, or too far away, hire a licensed electrician to install a new one and ensure everything is code-compliant.
With routine care, most microwaves last between five and 10 years. To help them reach their maximum lifespan, wipe up spills immediately, wash the grease filter periodically, avoid using metal dishware, and close the door gently. Those simple habits reduce malfunctions and keep the appliance running smoothly for the long haul.