Bostek Affordable Handyman Services 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.
"Alec is great! I have hired him twice now for various tasks and both times he was on time, super personable and got everything done in the time frame I was provided. I'm very happy with the results. Affordable is an accurate part of the name. I will hire again and pass along his name to friends and family."
Meghan K on June 2024
Bostek Affordable Handyman Services 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.
"Alec is great! I have hired him twice now for various tasks and both times he was on time, super personable and got everything done in the time frame I was provided. I'm very happy with the results. Affordable is an accurate part of the name. I will hire again and pass along his name to friends and family."
Meghan K on June 2024
Schall Electric is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 4 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with.
"He is very professional, responsive, reliable, and a quality worker! Highly recommend them!"
Rhonda X on September 2022
Schall Electric is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 4 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with.
"He is very professional, responsive, reliable, and a quality worker! Highly recommend them!"
Rhonda X on September 2022
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"He was on time and charged a flat fee and cleaned up well. Will hire again"
Sri R on May 2021
We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"He was on time and charged a flat fee and cleaned up well. Will hire again"
Sri R on May 2021
Our Renovation company brings together a team with decades of experience, committed to prioritizing homeowners in every project. Your complete satisfaction is our mission.
Our Renovation company brings together a team with decades of experience, committed to prioritizing homeowners in every project. Your complete satisfaction is our mission.
Luxury Contractor and Designer in one! A true Design Build where you can sit back, relax, and watch your home be transformed into your dream home. 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!
"It was a pleasure to work with Pittsburgh remodeling queen. Victoria always delivers what is promised. She transformed to my basement guest room into a beautiful gym. Gave me everything that I wanted. She is easy to communicate with, and does the utmost to make sure you are happy with her design."
Danika H on January 2024
Luxury Contractor and Designer in one! A true Design Build where you can sit back, relax, and watch your home be transformed into your dream home. 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!
"It was a pleasure to work with Pittsburgh remodeling queen. Victoria always delivers what is promised. She transformed to my basement guest room into a beautiful gym. Gave me everything that I wanted. She is easy to communicate with, and does the utmost to make sure you are happy with her design."
Danika H on January 2024
We are a full service, owner operated, remodeling company and builder. We do both interior and exterior work, from basement to attic, decks and additions or garages if you need more room. We will work with you to design kitchens, baths, basements, remove walls, add walls, windows, doors, living areas, and/or bedrooms. We do all our own floors, drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing, Hvac, and more.
"Mark and his team at Haven Home builders was excellent. My basement was flooded and they remodeled it from the studs. They were very professional showing up on time every day and attentive to every detail. When asked, Mark provided great suggestions. His team is trustworthy and I would hire them again for any future home remodeling needs."
Cheri M on May 2025
We are a full service, owner operated, remodeling company and builder. We do both interior and exterior work, from basement to attic, decks and additions or garages if you need more room. We will work with you to design kitchens, baths, basements, remove walls, add walls, windows, doors, living areas, and/or bedrooms. We do all our own floors, drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing, Hvac, and more.
"Mark and his team at Haven Home builders was excellent. My basement was flooded and they remodeled it from the studs. They were very professional showing up on time every day and attentive to every detail. When asked, Mark provided great suggestions. His team is trustworthy and I would hire them again for any future home remodeling needs."
Cheri M on May 2025
Gilbert Tile was started in 1990, since that time we have strived to build relationships with other local companies. We are also proud of the fact that we are involved with Habitat for Humanity. We use a licensed subcontractor for jobs that require a licensed plumber.
"Bill did my kitchen remodel for me. I did cabinets and flooring only. He did such a great job my Mom decided to use him on her kitchen remodel. I highly recommend him. He is very professional and efficient. You will not be disappointed."
Jennifer S on July 2024
Gilbert Tile was started in 1990, since that time we have strived to build relationships with other local companies. We are also proud of the fact that we are involved with Habitat for Humanity. We use a licensed subcontractor for jobs that require a licensed plumber.
"Bill did my kitchen remodel for me. I did cabinets and flooring only. He did such a great job my Mom decided to use him on her kitchen remodel. I highly recommend him. He is very professional and efficient. You will not be disappointed."
Jennifer S on July 2024
John J Corcoran Construction Co is your premier company for custom carpentry and renovation projects. We specialize in building and renovating decks and porches, kitchens and baths, gazebos and pergolas. We also do rough framing for houses and additions, sheds and barns, and finished basements. In addition, we do light commercial construction. With 45 years in business, our family owned and operated company has the experience and knowledge to complete the most complicated projects. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely happy with the finished product.
"No one else wanted to do the structural job we needed done to make our deck safe. Everyone else wanted a new build when the deck was still in good shape. I was so happy I found him to do the job that no one else wanted too."
Lauri S on January 2025
John J Corcoran Construction Co is your premier company for custom carpentry and renovation projects. We specialize in building and renovating decks and porches, kitchens and baths, gazebos and pergolas. We also do rough framing for houses and additions, sheds and barns, and finished basements. In addition, we do light commercial construction. With 45 years in business, our family owned and operated company has the experience and knowledge to complete the most complicated projects. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely happy with the finished product.
"No one else wanted to do the structural job we needed done to make our deck safe. Everyone else wanted a new build when the deck was still in good shape. I was so happy I found him to do the job that no one else wanted too."
Lauri S on January 2025
PA055967-James A. Munion had a start just like anyone else, at the very bottom. He swept up the work shop for a company called Dotson brothers when he was only 12 years old. Mr. Dotson said to James A.: “I actually can’t believe that you moved the glue buckets out of the way to sweep in the corners. The last kid we had never took the time to do that.” From that day forward, James had a permanent place at Dotson Brothers. He quickly moved on to shop hand, and was allowed to help create the laminate counter tops the company made. After only a short amount of time, Mr. Dotson had trusted Jim with crafting them on his own. Jim took to it with excellent initiative. However, after an extended amount of time creating counter tops, it was time to move on with his career… James’ grandmother owned a two car garage she rented out for tenants. The day he said he was going to start his own business, she, (politely as an italian-broken-english-speaking grandmother could,) kicked out the two tenants immediately and gave him his work shop. Since that very day, we have been running the business out of that very same two car garage. We have been family owned and operated since we turned the power on in the shop, in 1978. Kitchen & Bath Remodeling - Cabinets, Vanities, Cabinet Refacing, New Cabinets, Bar Tops
"Highly recommend, great work, reasonable pricing, hard workers, easy to work with, amazing attention to detail, skilled craftsmen, and great people."
Frank F on July 2024
PA055967-James A. Munion had a start just like anyone else, at the very bottom. He swept up the work shop for a company called Dotson brothers when he was only 12 years old. Mr. Dotson said to James A.: “I actually can’t believe that you moved the glue buckets out of the way to sweep in the corners. The last kid we had never took the time to do that.” From that day forward, James had a permanent place at Dotson Brothers. He quickly moved on to shop hand, and was allowed to help create the laminate counter tops the company made. After only a short amount of time, Mr. Dotson had trusted Jim with crafting them on his own. Jim took to it with excellent initiative. However, after an extended amount of time creating counter tops, it was time to move on with his career… James’ grandmother owned a two car garage she rented out for tenants. The day he said he was going to start his own business, she, (politely as an italian-broken-english-speaking grandmother could,) kicked out the two tenants immediately and gave him his work shop. Since that very day, we have been running the business out of that very same two car garage. We have been family owned and operated since we turned the power on in the shop, in 1978. Kitchen & Bath Remodeling - Cabinets, Vanities, Cabinet Refacing, New Cabinets, Bar Tops
"Highly recommend, great work, reasonable pricing, hard workers, easy to work with, amazing attention to detail, skilled craftsmen, and great people."
Frank F on July 2024
We are a small locally owned and operated remodeling business located in Apollo Pa, We do all size jobs from monor repairs to major over hauls I have been doing this work for 22 years and enjoy what I do. Our prices are very competitive because we are a smaller business un like those huge chain remodeling companies who just want to rob you of your hard earned money. we are dependable, clean, and get all jobs done in a timely manner.We are certified in lead paint removal for those older homes around the Burg. We proudly serve Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
"Excellent work; very thorough and meticulous. Cleaned up their work at the end of each day. Very happy with the results."
Sharon P on March 2025
We are a small locally owned and operated remodeling business located in Apollo Pa, We do all size jobs from monor repairs to major over hauls I have been doing this work for 22 years and enjoy what I do. Our prices are very competitive because we are a smaller business un like those huge chain remodeling companies who just want to rob you of your hard earned money. we are dependable, clean, and get all jobs done in a timely manner.We are certified in lead paint removal for those older homes around the Burg. We proudly serve Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
"Excellent work; very thorough and meticulous. Cleaned up their work at the end of each day. Very happy with the results."
Sharon P on March 2025
Most glass stove tops serve faithfully for 10 to 20 years with proper maintenance. Longevity depends largely on usage patterns, cleaning practices, and the quality of the original materials. Regular, gentle cleaning and avoiding heavy impacts can extend your stove top's life considerably. Watch for warning signs like inconsistent heating or visible stress marks that might indicate replacement is becoming necessary.
In many cases, you can replace only the glass surface without changing the entire stove. This approach works well when the underlying heating elements and electrical components remain functional. However, some manufacturers design their units with integrated components that require complete assembly replacement. Consulting your owner's manual or speaking with a qualified technician helps determine the best approach for your specific model.
Even small cracks in a glass stove top present significant safety concerns. What appears as minor damage can quickly worsen with heat exposure, potentially leading to complete failure during cooking. Cracks also create pathways for spills to reach electrical components, posing shock and fire hazards. For your safety, avoid using a cracked stove top and arrange for inspection or replacement promptly.
A professional technician completes a glass stove top replacement within approximately two hours. This timeframe includes removing the damaged surface, installing the new glass, and testing all connections. The project may extend longer if complications arise or if your stove has unusual features. When ordering replacement parts, factor in additional days for delivery before scheduling installation.
Glass stove tops most commonly break from physical impacts like dropping heavy cookware or utensils. Thermal shock—the stress caused by rapid temperature changes—also contributes to breakage, especially when hot surfaces come into contact with cold items. Prevent damage by handling cookware carefully, allowing surfaces to cool before cleaning, and using appropriate pots and pans designed for glass cooking surfaces.