Here at Empire Millwork LLC, we pride ourselves on being the industry's gold standard for quality woodwork and interiors. We are a Veteran/family owned and operated business serving the greater areas of Charlotte, NC. With almost two decades of experience and the best Artisans in the Carolinas, it's no wonder why we are recognized as an industry leader utilizing the latest trends, designs, and innovations, dedicated to customer satisfaction while bringing creativity and originality to every project. Details matter. It signals a thoroughness in work through a deep concern for all the areas involved, no matter how large or small the project may be. The ability to organize time and resources efficiently, listen carefully, and bring qualitative assurances to every job can dramatically differentiate companies, especially when it comes to the meticulousness required for finish carpentry. We are detail driven professionals. Call us now for a free quote!
"Great quality work, very professional, and I would highly recommend them."
nole a on April 2023
Here at Empire Millwork LLC, we pride ourselves on being the industry's gold standard for quality woodwork and interiors. We are a Veteran/family owned and operated business serving the greater areas of Charlotte, NC. With almost two decades of experience and the best Artisans in the Carolinas, it's no wonder why we are recognized as an industry leader utilizing the latest trends, designs, and innovations, dedicated to customer satisfaction while bringing creativity and originality to every project. Details matter. It signals a thoroughness in work through a deep concern for all the areas involved, no matter how large or small the project may be. The ability to organize time and resources efficiently, listen carefully, and bring qualitative assurances to every job can dramatically differentiate companies, especially when it comes to the meticulousness required for finish carpentry. We are detail driven professionals. Call us now for a free quote!
"Great quality work, very professional, and I would highly recommend them."
nole a on April 2023
With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Sammi E on June 2024
With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Sammi E on June 2024
With over 54 years of experience serving the Lincoln County area, Houser Masonry is the solution for all your masonry and brick and stone needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today!
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Will B on September 2021
With over 54 years of experience serving the Lincoln County area, Houser Masonry is the solution for all your masonry and brick and stone needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship, so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today!
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Will B on September 2021
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction.
"I have used Loretto for many pieces in my home. From dining room chairs to sofas to throw pillows. Everything has been done beautifully and top-notch work."
Tish B on October 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction.
"I have used Loretto for many pieces in my home. From dining room chairs to sofas to throw pillows. Everything has been done beautifully and top-notch work."
Tish B on October 2023
Redtopp Finishing Incorporated is Charlotte's premiere residential cabinet expert. With over two decades worth of experience in the industry, we are considered true professionals possessing an unparalleled skill set yet to be surpassed. We treat each project with the same personal degree of care and consideration that we utilize when working on our own properties. Regardless of the size and scope of your project, we will complete it on time, within budget and exceed your expectations. Allow us to conceptualize your ideal dream project from infancy through fruition and into a marveled work of beauty. We pride ourselves on our exceptional quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and customer service. Call today to schedule an initial consultation, as we are anxiously awaiting your next project.
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Bob s on July 2022
Redtopp Finishing Incorporated is Charlotte's premiere residential cabinet expert. With over two decades worth of experience in the industry, we are considered true professionals possessing an unparalleled skill set yet to be surpassed. We treat each project with the same personal degree of care and consideration that we utilize when working on our own properties. Regardless of the size and scope of your project, we will complete it on time, within budget and exceed your expectations. Allow us to conceptualize your ideal dream project from infancy through fruition and into a marveled work of beauty. We pride ourselves on our exceptional quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and customer service. Call today to schedule an initial consultation, as we are anxiously awaiting your next project.
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Bob s on July 2022
American wood reface, a family-owned business serving Charlotte, NC. We focus on our exclusive 1/4” solid wood refacing system, recognized as the industry’s premium standard. Our system is custom crafted for each customer’s home by our skilled master carpenters. Our goal is to provide customers with a beautiful, functional kitchen that will add value to their home while minimizing the expense and disruption of remodeling and dedicated craftsmen have decades of experience in cabinetmaking and trim carpentry, and are highly skilled in refacing techniques. Our materials, methods, and products are the finest available. Our own cabinet shop and finishing facility gives us the ability to offer more custom services and specialty products than other refacing companies, and allows us to more quickly respond to our customers’ needs. We place a high regard on integrity and customer satisfaction. Our lifetime warranty assures you’ll be satisfied with your new kitchen.
"Complete kitchen remodel. Anyone who walks in for the first time says, "Wow." That's the best compliment a company can get. Just seeing our kitchen has lead to many additional customers for American Wood Reface. Professional, timely, and talented. One neighbor said, "I can't believe they answer the phone and respond so quickly." In today's service market, that's hard to find. We also called them back to install 20 more cabinets throughout the house."
Brian H on October 2022
American wood reface, a family-owned business serving Charlotte, NC. We focus on our exclusive 1/4” solid wood refacing system, recognized as the industry’s premium standard. Our system is custom crafted for each customer’s home by our skilled master carpenters. Our goal is to provide customers with a beautiful, functional kitchen that will add value to their home while minimizing the expense and disruption of remodeling and dedicated craftsmen have decades of experience in cabinetmaking and trim carpentry, and are highly skilled in refacing techniques. Our materials, methods, and products are the finest available. Our own cabinet shop and finishing facility gives us the ability to offer more custom services and specialty products than other refacing companies, and allows us to more quickly respond to our customers’ needs. We place a high regard on integrity and customer satisfaction. Our lifetime warranty assures you’ll be satisfied with your new kitchen.
"Complete kitchen remodel. Anyone who walks in for the first time says, "Wow." That's the best compliment a company can get. Just seeing our kitchen has lead to many additional customers for American Wood Reface. Professional, timely, and talented. One neighbor said, "I can't believe they answer the phone and respond so quickly." In today's service market, that's hard to find. We also called them back to install 20 more cabinets throughout the house."
Brian H on October 2022
Thank your for your interest. I'm Shane, i look forward to doing business with you. I have been serving Rowan County for the past 12 years. Been using Angie's List for five years now. I have achieved contractor of the year in my area. Please feel free to read my reviews. As the saying goes the (proof is in the pudding.) I do excellent work. I will go above the call of duty to achieve your goal of things you need done around your home. I have 27 years experience in all residential remodel and modifications. Also backed with a million dollar liability insurance. The neat thing about me is i can do multiple things eliminating so many different contractors in your project. It is my goal to serve you to the highest satisfaction. Please feel free to call or text me anytime. Thanks Shane Meeks 305-216-0232
"never called back"
Sean A on August 2021
Thank your for your interest. I'm Shane, i look forward to doing business with you. I have been serving Rowan County for the past 12 years. Been using Angie's List for five years now. I have achieved contractor of the year in my area. Please feel free to read my reviews. As the saying goes the (proof is in the pudding.) I do excellent work. I will go above the call of duty to achieve your goal of things you need done around your home. I have 27 years experience in all residential remodel and modifications. Also backed with a million dollar liability insurance. The neat thing about me is i can do multiple things eliminating so many different contractors in your project. It is my goal to serve you to the highest satisfaction. Please feel free to call or text me anytime. Thanks Shane Meeks 305-216-0232
"never called back"
Sean A on August 2021
A Helping Hand Construction is a local home improvements company owned and operated by JC Chapman, bonded and insured company, (as of 2015 folks in my line of work have not been required to carry a business license, I am sorry to say). A company 22 years in the making, here to help you with nearly every need you may have. Handyman work, bathrooms and kitchens, custom work flooring, trim , paint, sheet rock, light plumbing, electrical, appliance installations
"It went great. The handyman was a very professional and friendly man. He did a great job putting the cabinet together and then putting it in place. It looks very good. If I need anything else I would want him work on it. He is very talented in the work he does. Thank you"
Martha I on March 2025
A Helping Hand Construction is a local home improvements company owned and operated by JC Chapman, bonded and insured company, (as of 2015 folks in my line of work have not been required to carry a business license, I am sorry to say). A company 22 years in the making, here to help you with nearly every need you may have. Handyman work, bathrooms and kitchens, custom work flooring, trim , paint, sheet rock, light plumbing, electrical, appliance installations
"It went great. The handyman was a very professional and friendly man. He did a great job putting the cabinet together and then putting it in place. It looks very good. If I need anything else I would want him work on it. He is very talented in the work he does. Thank you"
Martha I on March 2025
Family-owned business with over 16 years of experience handling all your Handyman needs. R4 Handyman USA 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.
"Mainly well. Had to run to the store during the service because the replacements were not the right fixtures. Gave him 40% tip because of all the extra time… he did discover a duct filter in the MB so small (12 x 12 x 1) that it hadn’t been replaced since construction > 10 years ago"
Rudy S on March 2025
Family-owned business with over 16 years of experience handling all your Handyman needs. R4 Handyman USA 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.
"Mainly well. Had to run to the store during the service because the replacements were not the right fixtures. Gave him 40% tip because of all the extra time… he did discover a duct filter in the MB so small (12 x 12 x 1) that it hadn’t been replaced since construction > 10 years ago"
Rudy S on March 2025
Swaggard Handyman Services, we believe that every customer deserves the best. With 30 years of expertise combined in the handyman industry, we are committed to providing top-notch services that exceed your expectations. Our unique approach combines innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction to deliver exceptional results every time. What Makes Us Unique! Our team is comprised of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in all aspects of handyman services. We stay ahead of the curve by continually updating our knowledge and skills.
"Very good and thoughtful"
James M on May 2025
Swaggard Handyman Services, we believe that every customer deserves the best. With 30 years of expertise combined in the handyman industry, we are committed to providing top-notch services that exceed your expectations. Our unique approach combines innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction to deliver exceptional results every time. What Makes Us Unique! Our team is comprised of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in all aspects of handyman services. We stay ahead of the curve by continually updating our knowledge and skills.
"Very good and thoughtful"
James M on May 2025
High-quality furniture-grade wood will give you the best performance. Softer woods (like pine) and particle boards like MDF can sag under the weight of heavy books. Ideally, your shelves should hold 20 to 40 pounds per foot, so opt for scratch-resistant hardwood plywood or solid wood. Popular options include mahogany, cherry, maple, oak, walnut, and birch.
Built-ins look best when they feel like part of the room, so many homeowners run them floor to ceiling and stop at a natural break such as a doorway. Corner or floating units are smart options for tight spaces. Prefabricated shelves typically run 24–48 inches wide, 10–12 inches deep, and 5–6 feet tall; use those ranges as a quick sizing guide.
The installation time for built-in bookshelves depends on the complexity of the design, the size of the shelves, and the level of customization. A contractor can install a simple prefabricated unit in a few hours, while an elaborate custom unit could take up to a week. Installing add-ons like lighting could also extend the installation process.
For optimal storage efficiency and aesthetics, built-in bookshelves typically feature a shelf depth of 10 to 12 inches. This depth strikes a balance between providing ample space for books and decor while maintaining a sleek, unobtrusive look in your room.