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EYE 4 DESIGN

4.95(
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EYE 4 DESIGN

4.95(
66
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

Eye 4 Design and Renovation is a small remodeling company based in Eagle Rock, CA. We pride ourselves on our high level of construction detail and our excellent customer service. Eye 4 covers all of Los Angeles County. We have many project references and some are willing to share our work in person. Our system is set up to maximize quality at realistic pricing. We are fully licensed and carry a 2 million dollar general liability policy. All of our staff are expected to be courteous and easy to communicate with. Our people are our strength. We are highly knowledgeable and experienced in Los Angeles construction. LIC#878235

"I love this crew. Nick, Jake and a rotating cast of experts remodeled my bathroom, attic and did other smaller projects in my house. I work from home, so rapport and trust, while always important, were imperative to such a long scope. The kitchen turned out so well, we felt like we had a thought partner and someone who could think outside of the typical contractor box. It's opened our home up so much and was worth every penny and every extra day."

Beth C on May 2023

Eye 4 Design and Renovation is a small remodeling company based in Eagle Rock, CA. We pride ourselves on our high level of construction detail and our excellent customer service. Eye 4 covers all of Los Angeles County. We have many project references and some are willing to share our work in person. Our system is set up to maximize quality at realistic pricing. We are fully licensed and carry a 2 million dollar general liability policy. All of our staff are expected to be courteous and easy to communicate with. Our people are our strength. We are highly knowledgeable and experienced in Los Angeles construction. LIC#878235

"I love this crew. Nick, Jake and a rotating cast of experts remodeled my bathroom, attic and did other smaller projects in my house. I work from home, so rapport and trust, while always important, were imperative to such a long scope. The kitchen turned out so well, we felt like we had a thought partner and someone who could think outside of the typical contractor box. It's opened our home up so much and was worth every penny and every extra day."

Beth C on May 2023

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A&M Electric Appliances Service INC

4.79(
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A&M Electric Appliances Service INC

4.79(
33
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Customers say: True professional
780 local quotes requested
Emergency services offered

We specialize in Appliance Repair, Appliance Repair - Large Appliance Sales and Installation for all major brands and models! 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 an estimate today!

"A & M charged me $429.00 did not fix the problem. A friend told me to unplug my refrigerator that fixed the ice maker. If this is what you get from Angie I will never use or refer them."

Dave P on November 2025

We specialize in Appliance Repair, Appliance Repair - Large Appliance Sales and Installation for all major brands and models! 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 an estimate today!

"A & M charged me $429.00 did not fix the problem. A friend told me to unplug my refrigerator that fixed the ice maker. If this is what you get from Angie I will never use or refer them."

Dave P on November 2025

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AML SERVICE

4.97(
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AML SERVICE

4.97(
40
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
340 local quotes requested

Founded January 2017. Please call our office today and get your schedule for your appliance repair. +1 818-818-8204 With Angi Since August 2022. AML Appliance Service is a company founded by an experienced appliance repair technician. Our technicians are certified by DCA and ETA 608 Type l, with over six years of experience as appliance repair technicians. Our service center is providing professional customer assistance. Our well-trained and knowledgeable technicians stay updated on new appliance and manufacturer developments. We have been working in the LA County area with appliance brands like Electrolux, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Samsung, Viking, SubZero, Bertazzoni, Ilve, General Electric, Fisher Paykel, LG, BOSCH, and Thermador. Also, we are officially authorized by Bertazonni, Samsung, and ZLine (BERTAZZONI, SAMSUNG, ZLINE AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER (ASC)).In addition to quality repair services, AML SERVICE is glad to help you with the maintenance and repair of all category appliances. AML Service has the best prices and always backs up our job with warranted parts. Along with our emergency response, most service calls can be scheduled within 4-12 hours. We generally provide a two-hour window for your appointment whether it's in the Am or Pm. We do not repair commercial appliances. Customer satisfaction is our priority.

"Excellent service. Technician Bob was courteous and knowledgeable. Repair was completed as promised. Would recommend."

Stan K on February 2025

Founded January 2017. Please call our office today and get your schedule for your appliance repair. +1 818-818-8204 With Angi Since August 2022. AML Appliance Service is a company founded by an experienced appliance repair technician. Our technicians are certified by DCA and ETA 608 Type l, with over six years of experience as appliance repair technicians. Our service center is providing professional customer assistance. Our well-trained and knowledgeable technicians stay updated on new appliance and manufacturer developments. We have been working in the LA County area with appliance brands like Electrolux, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Samsung, Viking, SubZero, Bertazzoni, Ilve, General Electric, Fisher Paykel, LG, BOSCH, and Thermador. Also, we are officially authorized by Bertazonni, Samsung, and ZLine (BERTAZZONI, SAMSUNG, ZLINE AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER (ASC)).In addition to quality repair services, AML SERVICE is glad to help you with the maintenance and repair of all category appliances. AML Service has the best prices and always backs up our job with warranted parts. Along with our emergency response, most service calls can be scheduled within 4-12 hours. We generally provide a two-hour window for your appointment whether it's in the Am or Pm. We do not repair commercial appliances. Customer satisfaction is our priority.

"Excellent service. Technician Bob was courteous and knowledgeable. Repair was completed as promised. Would recommend."

Stan K on February 2025

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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
108
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AGA Construction Inc

4.82(
108
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
731 local quotes requested

FREE estimates and 10% off for Angi's List members! A.G.A Construction, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured, full-service construction company. We offer services in both residential and commercial remodeling including, but not limited to, new construction, room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Our mission at A.G.A Construction is to provide excellent customer satisfaction and top-quality work. We work hard to maintain high standards of exceptional customer service and superiority that has become expected of us over the years. Whatever your remodeling needs are, we take the necessary time to discuss with you the wide variety of options, products, styles, specification and your desired budget available in order to make your vision a reality. When working with our team you can be sure that your remodeling project will exceed your expectations. With any remodeling job, a project is only as good as its foundation. The same is true for our company, which is built on a foundation of trust and strong relationships with our clients. As our saying goes “When we are done, you will be happy, and until you are happy, we are not done.”

"We started the process of building our detached ADU at the beginning of 2022. We hired an Architect, who drew up a plan to build a 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom house. After 14 months of waiting and addressing revisions required by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety we got our permit in “Ready to Issue” status. While waiting for city approval, we all started looking for a fair, reliable and honest contractor who would do good/solid construction. We started the process of interviewing contractors and getting bids for the job. After several meetings and several bids, we met Micky Kanian with “AGA Construction”. We found Micky on Yelp. One of his references took us thru an ADU that Micky and team built for his elderly mother-in-law to live in. This family could not say enough good things about Micky and team. They took us thru the property and explained their experience in great detail. We saw another beautiful AGA project, a 5k sq ft + project that was in progress and really knew that day that we’d found our contractor. We weren’t quite ready to pull the trigger for personal reasons, so we put the project on hold. Meanwhile, we continued to collect a couple of other bids that were already in progress. During this process, AGA kept in touch with us. They checked in every few weeks or so, without being pushy or intrusive. After a delay of about 9 months, we decided to move forward with AGA construction. No one is a tougher critic than me. I was dreading this project because of the amount of stress that I knew we’d be under. Both financially and mentally. We’ve all heard and/or lived thru the horror of a construction project gone wrong. I won’t bury the lead any further. We love our ADU!!!!! We started the project on Jan 31st of 2024. We were told that the project would take 6-8 months. We lost the first 6 weeks or so with the heavy rains from last year, but even with that delay, we were mostly done with the project by the middle of August. We ran into the “expected” unknowns and surprises – all dealt with fairly and quickly by Micky and team. I would like to call out Joachin who was amazing. We always felt like we were in the best of qualified hands during this entire process. All inspections were signed off, the last checks were written, and we now have a gorgeous new home behind the main house on that property. We were so happy with the project and trusted Micky and Joachin so much, that we immediately launched a second project of gutting and renovating a very large master bathroom for my In-Laws. That job started on September 23rd and was done the first or second week of November as promised. It would’ve been done sooner, but we had a little “client indecision” that cost us about a week or two. All in all, I would highly recommend Micky and his crew, and we plan to use them for as long as they are in business or until my family and I run out of projects."

Howard W on February 2025

FREE estimates and 10% off for Angi's List members! A.G.A Construction, Inc. is a licensed, bonded and insured, full-service construction company. We offer services in both residential and commercial remodeling including, but not limited to, new construction, room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Our mission at A.G.A Construction is to provide excellent customer satisfaction and top-quality work. We work hard to maintain high standards of exceptional customer service and superiority that has become expected of us over the years. Whatever your remodeling needs are, we take the necessary time to discuss with you the wide variety of options, products, styles, specification and your desired budget available in order to make your vision a reality. When working with our team you can be sure that your remodeling project will exceed your expectations. With any remodeling job, a project is only as good as its foundation. The same is true for our company, which is built on a foundation of trust and strong relationships with our clients. As our saying goes “When we are done, you will be happy, and until you are happy, we are not done.”

"We started the process of building our detached ADU at the beginning of 2022. We hired an Architect, who drew up a plan to build a 1200 sq ft, 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom house. After 14 months of waiting and addressing revisions required by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety we got our permit in “Ready to Issue” status. While waiting for city approval, we all started looking for a fair, reliable and honest contractor who would do good/solid construction. We started the process of interviewing contractors and getting bids for the job. After several meetings and several bids, we met Micky Kanian with “AGA Construction”. We found Micky on Yelp. One of his references took us thru an ADU that Micky and team built for his elderly mother-in-law to live in. This family could not say enough good things about Micky and team. They took us thru the property and explained their experience in great detail. We saw another beautiful AGA project, a 5k sq ft + project that was in progress and really knew that day that we’d found our contractor. We weren’t quite ready to pull the trigger for personal reasons, so we put the project on hold. Meanwhile, we continued to collect a couple of other bids that were already in progress. During this process, AGA kept in touch with us. They checked in every few weeks or so, without being pushy or intrusive. After a delay of about 9 months, we decided to move forward with AGA construction. No one is a tougher critic than me. I was dreading this project because of the amount of stress that I knew we’d be under. Both financially and mentally. We’ve all heard and/or lived thru the horror of a construction project gone wrong. I won’t bury the lead any further. We love our ADU!!!!! We started the project on Jan 31st of 2024. We were told that the project would take 6-8 months. We lost the first 6 weeks or so with the heavy rains from last year, but even with that delay, we were mostly done with the project by the middle of August. We ran into the “expected” unknowns and surprises – all dealt with fairly and quickly by Micky and team. I would like to call out Joachin who was amazing. We always felt like we were in the best of qualified hands during this entire process. All inspections were signed off, the last checks were written, and we now have a gorgeous new home behind the main house on that property. We were so happy with the project and trusted Micky and Joachin so much, that we immediately launched a second project of gutting and renovating a very large master bathroom for my In-Laws. That job started on September 23rd and was done the first or second week of November as promised. It would’ve been done sooner, but we had a little “client indecision” that cost us about a week or two. All in all, I would highly recommend Micky and his crew, and we plan to use them for as long as they are in business or until my family and I run out of projects."

Howard W on February 2025

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Eagle View Remodeling

4.86(
50
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Eagle View Remodeling

4.86(
50
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
860 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting, Flooring and Ceramic Tile services, 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! 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! Visit our website at https://eagleviewremodeling.com/.

"I was pleased with Amir and highly recommend him. He responded quickly with quotes and the delivery of professionals to my home to get the work done. The jobs were relatively small but he did not hesitate to help me. The quality of the work was excellent."

Susanne S on September 2025

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting, Flooring and Ceramic Tile services, 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! 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! Visit our website at https://eagleviewremodeling.com/.

"I was pleased with Amir and highly recommend him. He responded quickly with quotes and the delivery of professionals to my home to get the work done. The jobs were relatively small but he did not hesitate to help me. The quality of the work was excellent."

Susanne S on September 2025

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Western Rooter & Plumbing

4.81(
157
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•Approved Pro

Western Rooter & Plumbing

4.81(
157
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
663 local quotes requested

Call NOW: (626) 889-7990! Available 24/7 for all your plumbing needs! At the heart of our services is a commitment to comprehensive plumbing solutions - from water, sewer, to gas lines, we handle it all. Our expertise spans routine maintenance to urgent emergency repairs, ensuring your plumbing is always in top condition. Drain cleaning? We're on it with both traditional and hydro jetting techniques. But that's just the start. We offer water heater services, including both classic and cutting-edge tankless installations, repairs, and maintenance, ensuring your hot water flow is uninterrupted. Our approach to clean, safe water extends to installing water treatment systems, including softeners and filtration, for pure, drinkable water right from your tap. We're also proactive about the health of your plumbing and sewer lines, offering detailed inspections with our sewer scope technology. Many maintenance services come with complimentary camera inspections to extend your system's lifespan and pinpoint any issues early on. Gas lines and safety valves, especially emergency earthquake shutoffs, are within our expertise, along with certified under street repairs. And for those with septic systems, we provide thorough septic pumping services. No matter the challenge - water, sewer, or gas lines - we're fully equipped to tackle it. Plus, we're thrilled to extend our free travel zone, now covering the Victorville area, bringing our reliable services closer to you!

"Ryan was perfectly on-time and was a plumbing scholar and a gentleman. We had a simple drain replacement under a new sink. Going to Western saved me at least another day of trying to figure out proper parts and doing the install myself, and it also saved my wife's ears from hearing my salty language."

Gary V on September 2024

Call NOW: (626) 889-7990! Available 24/7 for all your plumbing needs! At the heart of our services is a commitment to comprehensive plumbing solutions - from water, sewer, to gas lines, we handle it all. Our expertise spans routine maintenance to urgent emergency repairs, ensuring your plumbing is always in top condition. Drain cleaning? We're on it with both traditional and hydro jetting techniques. But that's just the start. We offer water heater services, including both classic and cutting-edge tankless installations, repairs, and maintenance, ensuring your hot water flow is uninterrupted. Our approach to clean, safe water extends to installing water treatment systems, including softeners and filtration, for pure, drinkable water right from your tap. We're also proactive about the health of your plumbing and sewer lines, offering detailed inspections with our sewer scope technology. Many maintenance services come with complimentary camera inspections to extend your system's lifespan and pinpoint any issues early on. Gas lines and safety valves, especially emergency earthquake shutoffs, are within our expertise, along with certified under street repairs. And for those with septic systems, we provide thorough septic pumping services. No matter the challenge - water, sewer, or gas lines - we're fully equipped to tackle it. Plus, we're thrilled to extend our free travel zone, now covering the Victorville area, bringing our reliable services closer to you!

"Ryan was perfectly on-time and was a plumbing scholar and a gentleman. We had a simple drain replacement under a new sink. Going to Western saved me at least another day of trying to figure out proper parts and doing the install myself, and it also saved my wife's ears from hearing my salty language."

Gary V on September 2024

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Harmony Electrical, Plumbing and Air

5.00(
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Harmony Electrical, Plumbing and Air

5.00(
13
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1621 local quotes requested

Harmony Electrical, Plumbing and Air is dedicated to delivering exceptional electrical, plumbing and Air services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our mission is to ensure reliability and quality through customized solutions, supported by a team of highly skilled and experienced technicians who are always prepared to provide outstanding service. We are committed to your satisfaction and will not consider the job complete until it meets our high standards. Our pride lies in the quality of our work and our commitment to excellent customer service. Explore the range of services we offer below, and feel free to call or click to schedule your free estimate today!

"Very good company, great service and always on top of everything would highly recommend to anyone!!"

Lauren D on October 2025

Harmony Electrical, Plumbing and Air is dedicated to delivering exceptional electrical, plumbing and Air services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our mission is to ensure reliability and quality through customized solutions, supported by a team of highly skilled and experienced technicians who are always prepared to provide outstanding service. We are committed to your satisfaction and will not consider the job complete until it meets our high standards. Our pride lies in the quality of our work and our commitment to excellent customer service. Explore the range of services we offer below, and feel free to call or click to schedule your free estimate today!

"Very good company, great service and always on top of everything would highly recommend to anyone!!"

Lauren D on October 2025

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The Home Remodeling Guys, Inc.

5.00(
30
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The Home Remodeling Guys, Inc.

5.00(
30
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
206 local quotes requested

At The Home Remodeling Guys, we are dedicated to transforming your living space into the home of your dreams. Specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, as well as general and complete home renovations, we offer a wide range of services to enhance both the functionality and beauty of your home. With a team of experienced professionals, we take pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and personalized solutions tailored to your unique style and needs. Whether you're looking to update a single room or undertake a full home transformation, The Home Remodeling Guys are here to bring your vision to life with expertise and care.

"We hired The Home Remodeling Guys to remodel both bathrooms in our home, and the results are fantastic. From the initial consultation to the final touches, their team was reliable, skilled, and easy to work with. They helped us modernize both spaces with updated vanities, new tile work, lighting, and fixtures. One of the bathrooms had some plumbing challenges, but they handled it quickly and professionally without delaying the schedule. The crew was respectful of our home, kept the workspace clean, and stayed on track with the timeline and budget. Communication was consistent throughout, and they were always available to answer questions or offer helpful suggestions. Both bathrooms now look fresh, functional, and beautifully done—we’ve gotten tons of compliments already! We wouldn’t hesitate to work with The Home Remodeling Guys again and recommend them to anyone looking for top-quality remodeling work."

Thomas B on July 2025

At The Home Remodeling Guys, we are dedicated to transforming your living space into the home of your dreams. Specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, as well as general and complete home renovations, we offer a wide range of services to enhance both the functionality and beauty of your home. With a team of experienced professionals, we take pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and personalized solutions tailored to your unique style and needs. Whether you're looking to update a single room or undertake a full home transformation, The Home Remodeling Guys are here to bring your vision to life with expertise and care.

"We hired The Home Remodeling Guys to remodel both bathrooms in our home, and the results are fantastic. From the initial consultation to the final touches, their team was reliable, skilled, and easy to work with. They helped us modernize both spaces with updated vanities, new tile work, lighting, and fixtures. One of the bathrooms had some plumbing challenges, but they handled it quickly and professionally without delaying the schedule. The crew was respectful of our home, kept the workspace clean, and stayed on track with the timeline and budget. Communication was consistent throughout, and they were always available to answer questions or offer helpful suggestions. Both bathrooms now look fresh, functional, and beautifully done—we’ve gotten tons of compliments already! We wouldn’t hesitate to work with The Home Remodeling Guys again and recommend them to anyone looking for top-quality remodeling work."

Thomas B on July 2025

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Albano's Plumbing & Drain

4.84(
44
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Albano's Plumbing & Drain

4.84(
44
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
188 local quotes requested

Family owned & operated since 1978. Additional phone - (562) 924-2565. Additional contact name - Ben Albano. Award winning.

"Called office to get on schedule and was able to get appointment same day. Office staff was lovely over the phone. Plumber arrived and assessed my kitchen drain line issue. Clarified all my questions and was able to come back the next day for the repair. Would call again for any plumbing issues."

Lupe G on August 2024

Family owned & operated since 1978. Additional phone - (562) 924-2565. Additional contact name - Ben Albano. Award winning.

"Called office to get on schedule and was able to get appointment same day. Office staff was lovely over the phone. Plumber arrived and assessed my kitchen drain line issue. Clarified all my questions and was able to come back the next day for the repair. Would call again for any plumbing issues."

Lupe G on August 2024

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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc

4.84(
38
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KN Remodeling & Supplies Inc

4.84(
38
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
175 local quotes requested

Family owned and operated, KN remodeling is dedicated to the highest customer satisfaction, providing quality home improvement while giving you best value for your money. How? By meeting our goals of personal trust, professional management and quality workmanship in a timely manner. Thanks to a super team of planner and designers, we have what it takes to bring your project from concept to completion in a fashion that insures the in quality, durability and beauty.

"It went very well, thanks to Nathen and his workers. They cleaned up the trash everyday when they finished the work. The work was done in the time frame they gave me with no hold ups at any point. I already recommended to s friend of mine."

PETRA O on May 2021

Family owned and operated, KN remodeling is dedicated to the highest customer satisfaction, providing quality home improvement while giving you best value for your money. How? By meeting our goals of personal trust, professional management and quality workmanship in a timely manner. Thanks to a super team of planner and designers, we have what it takes to bring your project from concept to completion in a fashion that insures the in quality, durability and beauty.

"It went very well, thanks to Nathen and his workers. They cleaned up the trash everyday when they finished the work. The work was done in the time frame they gave me with no hold ups at any point. I already recommended to s friend of mine."

PETRA O on May 2021

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

For disposal clogs with standing water, use a sink plunger and place it over the garbage disposal drain. Push the sink plunger up and down the drain about six to eight times before lifting. If the sink drains, the clogged food particles are dislodged from the drain. If there’s still standing water, repeat the steps until the standing water clears out. 

You can often unclog a garbage disposal in less than 10 minutes, though sometimes you might need longer if you’re unsure what’s causing the clog. For minor clogs, consider plunging the drain, flushing the drain with baking soda and vinegar, or using an Allen wrench to free the clog. If the clog is more severe, contact a local plumber.

If you've discovered a rather frightening buildup of brown and black gunk below your shower cover, you're not alone. The smelly sludge is often a collection of mildew and biofilm. Biofilm comes from the breakdown of soap scum, hair, skin cells, and bacteria that collects during shower time. It's quite common in a humid space and relatively easy to clean with a gentle DIY cleaning solution such as baking soda and vinegar.

This depends on the location of the blockage. If the blockage is in your home’s system, anywhere in the system, it is your responsibility as a homeowner. Blockages seldom happen because of items or buildup coming from the city, which means it originates in the home. It becomes the city’s responsibility at the exact point your home’s line distributes waste into the city’s system. The exception is if the problem in your home damages the city lines.  

Yes, you can use vinegar to unclog a dishwasher. To do so, combine 4 tablespoons of white vinegar with 4 tablespoons of baking soda and pour the mixture down your dishwasher’s drain. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then pour a cup of hot water down the drain to flush everything out. Finally, run a rinse cycle on your dishwasher to see if the clog is gone.

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