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H&Y Contracting LLC

4.90(
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H&Y Contracting LLC

4.90(
15
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
2022 years of experience

H&Y Contracting LLC take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We recently worked with H&Y LLC for an addition they built on the back of our home. Yokayra and Heber are definitely a power couple! From their expertise and professionalism to their workmanship and quality products, everything is always 100%. The crew is exceptional, and everyone works very well together. They also renovated our kitchen in the main house and it's absolutely gorgeous! Their customer service is superb. They are always available to answer any questions, address any concerns, and work with you and your budget to execute your vision. We are very pleased with their work and will definitely be using them for future projects. If you need quality work, seriously just give them a call. I promise you will not be disappointed! Thank you all so much!! "

Vanessa F on September 2025

H&Y Contracting LLC take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We recently worked with H&Y LLC for an addition they built on the back of our home. Yokayra and Heber are definitely a power couple! From their expertise and professionalism to their workmanship and quality products, everything is always 100%. The crew is exceptional, and everyone works very well together. They also renovated our kitchen in the main house and it's absolutely gorgeous! Their customer service is superb. They are always available to answer any questions, address any concerns, and work with you and your budget to execute your vision. We are very pleased with their work and will definitely be using them for future projects. If you need quality work, seriously just give them a call. I promise you will not be disappointed! Thank you all so much!! "

Vanessa F on September 2025


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Elite Homes, LLC

5.00(
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Elite Homes, LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2000 years of experience

Elite Homes is committed to excellence 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.

"Very satisfied with their work."

MAx A on May 2020

Elite Homes is committed to excellence 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.

"Very satisfied with their work."

MAx A on May 2020


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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018



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Salgado

5.00(
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Salgado

5.00(
17
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

- GENERAL SERVICES(paint) INSTALLATION OF DOORS AND WINDOWS. -Specialists in water leaks, bathroom design and structure and kitchens -professional plumbers. leaks *****HANDYMENT***** - Windows, Doors, lamps, ceiling fans Floors Pictures installations *****ROOFS***** *****MAKE OVER***** BATHROOMS , FROM YOUR WHOLE HOUSE. doors,ceramics. - everything related to homes, offices and others. -cleaning of offices and homes. -*****PLUMBING FIXES ***** -*****cement, concrete.

"Salgado remodeled my basement flooring. The work was very well done, fast and clean! Prompt response, when connected and all concluded from the connection to the end of the service in less than a week. Work done in one day. Great!"

Talles E on October 2024

- GENERAL SERVICES(paint) INSTALLATION OF DOORS AND WINDOWS. -Specialists in water leaks, bathroom design and structure and kitchens -professional plumbers. leaks *****HANDYMENT***** - Windows, Doors, lamps, ceiling fans Floors Pictures installations *****ROOFS***** *****MAKE OVER***** BATHROOMS , FROM YOUR WHOLE HOUSE. doors,ceramics. - everything related to homes, offices and others. -cleaning of offices and homes. -*****PLUMBING FIXES ***** -*****cement, concrete.

"Salgado remodeled my basement flooring. The work was very well done, fast and clean! Prompt response, when connected and all concluded from the connection to the end of the service in less than a week. Work done in one day. Great!"

Talles E on October 2024


HOME SERVICES UNLIMITED

4.89(
36
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HOME SERVICES UNLIMITED

4.89(
36
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small company and we prefer it that way so we can maintain the quality control standards applied to all of our projects. We hold those same standards for our sub-contractors, all of our employees are subject to random drug screening and we maintain are a zero tolerance workplace. We are licensed, bonded and insured with a zero incidents since starting the business in 2003. Our goals are quality and safety for our customers and employees. We are proud to serve the area and are looking forward to meeting with you. We subcontract all electrical and plumbing work. Please visit us on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Newark-DE/Home-Services-Unlimited/44063287176 http://www.merchantcircle.com/business/Home.Services.Unlimited Phone 302-293-8726 Or email us [email protected] Credit cards are welcomed but will pass through a pay pal account

"Both drywall and interior painting was performed extremely well...very satisfied."

Darren W on November 2019

We are a small company and we prefer it that way so we can maintain the quality control standards applied to all of our projects. We hold those same standards for our sub-contractors, all of our employees are subject to random drug screening and we maintain are a zero tolerance workplace. We are licensed, bonded and insured with a zero incidents since starting the business in 2003. Our goals are quality and safety for our customers and employees. We are proud to serve the area and are looking forward to meeting with you. We subcontract all electrical and plumbing work. Please visit us on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Newark-DE/Home-Services-Unlimited/44063287176 http://www.merchantcircle.com/business/Home.Services.Unlimited Phone 302-293-8726 Or email us [email protected] Credit cards are welcomed but will pass through a pay pal account

"Both drywall and interior painting was performed extremely well...very satisfied."

Darren W on November 2019


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Bayside Roofing Inc

4.80(
41
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Bayside Roofing Inc

4.80(
41
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Bayside Roofing is locally owned by John. John has over 40 years of experience and not only runs the company but will be who you see doing the work as well. Bayside Roofing offers roofing but also these additional services: general contracting, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, home additions & is a custom builder of homes. Additional fax - (302) 659-0277.

"Excellent. I got an appointment for an inspection 2 days after I called. Pat came out, checked out the breakfast area then went up on the roof.(2 story room with a very steep roof) He carefully inspected the area where the leak may have occurred. He shared that there had been previous work done on it. After a thorough inspection, he concluded that a minor fix done by a friend probably solved the problem and that I should watch for leaks during the next 2 days when 3" of rain was predicted. I did as he recommended and found no evidence of leaking. He told me to call him to let him know how I fared during the storm-leak or no leak. If there was a leak he would come back immediately and rectify the situation. Apparently the minor fix took care of the problem. Then the Christmas present--No Charge for 2 hours of his labor. Wonderful company to work with!"

Tom S on December 2018

Bayside Roofing is locally owned by John. John has over 40 years of experience and not only runs the company but will be who you see doing the work as well. Bayside Roofing offers roofing but also these additional services: general contracting, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, home additions & is a custom builder of homes. Additional fax - (302) 659-0277.

"Excellent. I got an appointment for an inspection 2 days after I called. Pat came out, checked out the breakfast area then went up on the roof.(2 story room with a very steep roof) He carefully inspected the area where the leak may have occurred. He shared that there had been previous work done on it. After a thorough inspection, he concluded that a minor fix done by a friend probably solved the problem and that I should watch for leaks during the next 2 days when 3" of rain was predicted. I did as he recommended and found no evidence of leaking. He told me to call him to let him know how I fared during the storm-leak or no leak. If there was a leak he would come back immediately and rectify the situation. Apparently the minor fix took care of the problem. Then the Christmas present--No Charge for 2 hours of his labor. Wonderful company to work with!"

Tom S on December 2018


Byler Home Builders LLC

5.00(
16
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Byler Home Builders LLC

5.00(
16
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Dave Byler of Byler Home Builders has been serving Delaware and the surrounding areas for over 15 years. He prides himself on quality workmanship and honesty on all of his projects. You can expect fair pricing and hometown customer service from Byler Home Builders. Byler Built Means Built Right!

Dave Byler of Byler Home Builders has been serving Delaware and the surrounding areas for over 15 years. He prides himself on quality workmanship and honesty on all of his projects. You can expect fair pricing and hometown customer service from Byler Home Builders. Byler Built Means Built Right!


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Dry-Tek Environmental

4.76(
42
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Dry-Tek Environmental

4.76(
42
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Dry Tek Environmental is a commercial and home improvement contractor specializing in indoor environmental problems caused by excessive moisture. We are located on the Eastern Shore in Salisbury, Maryland. Dry Tek Environmental provides comprehensive, evidence-based reports, assessments and estimates for problems ranging from musty odors to damage caused by fire and water. Dry Tek Environmental designs, installs and maintains CHAMP™ Crawl space Humidity and Moisture Prevention Systems in Salisbury and Ocean Pines, Maryland. Salisbury & Ocean Pines Crawl Space Company Logo | Dry Tek Environmental

"It’s not often that a reviewer praises a contractor for what he DIDN’T do. Austin Ireland, the owner and operator of Drytek, didn’t propose spending several thousand dollars on encapsulating my wet crawl space. He said that in my case encapsulation might not be cost effective. You see, my 50 year-old home’s foundation consists of 8”x 8” wood posts, with the foundation’s perimeter enclosed by 1”x 6” boards, slatted to allow for ventilation. The layout of my irregular crawl space posed other installation problems as well. Among other things, insulation panels would need to be installed to form walls in addition to the vapor barrier and a large dehumidifier. Four contractors/salespersons preceded Drytek’s Austin Ireland. One simply said there’s nothing that can be done. Another proposed encapsulating the crawl space from the OUTSIDE, but thankfully never followed up. Another did an evaluation, but never returned my calls. Dryzone wanted $8,500 but offered a pressure tactic $425 discount if I signed a vague contract the same day the salesman came. Later the salesperson said the installation of insulation boards would raise the cost significantly. The salesperson at Dryzone also said he would call back with details, but didn’t. Drytek’s Austin Ireland, on the other hand, took more time than any of the others to carefully examine my crawl space. I crawled with him as he pointed out the condition of my crawl space and the challenges of encapsulation. By this time, my own research had better prepared me to better evaluate proposals. I found him to be knowledgeable, straightforward and honest. I was a highly motivated prospective customer. Last year a HVAC system had been installed with the air handler, electronics, and ductwork in my crawl space. The moisture in the crawl space last summer was degrading the new system. So what did Austin Ireland of Drytek propose? Four centrifugal snail fans joined together by extension cords, placed strategically in the crawl space. These are not exhaust fans to ventilate, but rather air movers like you may have seen in public bathrooms to dry floors. He even showed me what to do, and wouldn’t take any payment for his visit. After investing $400 the next day at Home Depot , I located the fans, connected the extension cords to the receptacles in the fans and waited for the heat and humidity to test Austin Ireland’s theory. It is now six weeks later and we have had three prolonged periods of hot, humid weather during which I have activated the fans. THE CRAWL SPACE HAS STAYED AS DRY AS A BONE. Amazing! The vast majority of wet crawl spaces need to be encapsulated; mine did not. But it took a trustworthy expert whose ethics mattered more than profit to present the best solution for me. Austin Ireland, owner and operator of Drytek, is that person."

Dale A on June 2019

Dry Tek Environmental is a commercial and home improvement contractor specializing in indoor environmental problems caused by excessive moisture. We are located on the Eastern Shore in Salisbury, Maryland. Dry Tek Environmental provides comprehensive, evidence-based reports, assessments and estimates for problems ranging from musty odors to damage caused by fire and water. Dry Tek Environmental designs, installs and maintains CHAMP™ Crawl space Humidity and Moisture Prevention Systems in Salisbury and Ocean Pines, Maryland. Salisbury & Ocean Pines Crawl Space Company Logo | Dry Tek Environmental

"It’s not often that a reviewer praises a contractor for what he DIDN’T do. Austin Ireland, the owner and operator of Drytek, didn’t propose spending several thousand dollars on encapsulating my wet crawl space. He said that in my case encapsulation might not be cost effective. You see, my 50 year-old home’s foundation consists of 8”x 8” wood posts, with the foundation’s perimeter enclosed by 1”x 6” boards, slatted to allow for ventilation. The layout of my irregular crawl space posed other installation problems as well. Among other things, insulation panels would need to be installed to form walls in addition to the vapor barrier and a large dehumidifier. Four contractors/salespersons preceded Drytek’s Austin Ireland. One simply said there’s nothing that can be done. Another proposed encapsulating the crawl space from the OUTSIDE, but thankfully never followed up. Another did an evaluation, but never returned my calls. Dryzone wanted $8,500 but offered a pressure tactic $425 discount if I signed a vague contract the same day the salesman came. Later the salesperson said the installation of insulation boards would raise the cost significantly. The salesperson at Dryzone also said he would call back with details, but didn’t. Drytek’s Austin Ireland, on the other hand, took more time than any of the others to carefully examine my crawl space. I crawled with him as he pointed out the condition of my crawl space and the challenges of encapsulation. By this time, my own research had better prepared me to better evaluate proposals. I found him to be knowledgeable, straightforward and honest. I was a highly motivated prospective customer. Last year a HVAC system had been installed with the air handler, electronics, and ductwork in my crawl space. The moisture in the crawl space last summer was degrading the new system. So what did Austin Ireland of Drytek propose? Four centrifugal snail fans joined together by extension cords, placed strategically in the crawl space. These are not exhaust fans to ventilate, but rather air movers like you may have seen in public bathrooms to dry floors. He even showed me what to do, and wouldn’t take any payment for his visit. After investing $400 the next day at Home Depot , I located the fans, connected the extension cords to the receptacles in the fans and waited for the heat and humidity to test Austin Ireland’s theory. It is now six weeks later and we have had three prolonged periods of hot, humid weather during which I have activated the fans. THE CRAWL SPACE HAS STAYED AS DRY AS A BONE. Amazing! The vast majority of wet crawl spaces need to be encapsulated; mine did not. But it took a trustworthy expert whose ethics mattered more than profit to present the best solution for me. Austin Ireland, owner and operator of Drytek, is that person."

Dale A on June 2019


Hardy Environmental Services

5.00(
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Hardy Environmental Services

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional DBA: Hardy Environmental Services, division of Joseph T. Hardy. Additional locations: Maryland: 116th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842. Phone: (410) 520-0301. Fax: (410) 520-0324. Pennsylvania: 110 E. State Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348. Phone: (610) 925-5790.

Additional DBA: Hardy Environmental Services, division of Joseph T. Hardy. Additional locations: Maryland: 116th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842. Phone: (410) 520-0301. Fax: (410) 520-0324. Pennsylvania: 110 E. State Street, Kennett Square, PA 19348. Phone: (610) 925-5790.

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Home Building questions, answered by experts

This answer varies based on where you are, but most states require that all homes are greater than 320 square feet. Remember that four walls are not the only requirements—windows, closet space, minimal ceiling heights, and indoor air quality are also factors. Each state and municipality differs, though, and as some don’t consider tiny homes permanent shelters, you’ll need to check to ensure you aren’t violating any local or state laws with your build.

As long as you pull the appropriate permits to build your ADU, it will contribute to your property’s total livable square footage. This is even true for basement conversion ADUs despite the living area sitting below grade. Keep in mind that permanent improvements, especially those that add square footage, tend to increase your home value, which can affect your property taxes.

Most contractors aim for about a 20% profit on a job, leaving themselves room for unexpected expenses or delays. After accounting for materials, labor, and insurance, the profit margin for most contractors is between 10% and 20%. Fluctuating costs of materials and labor affect the ultimate percentage.

Depending on size, customization, and location, costs range from $100,000 to $300,000.

Yes, you can finance new construction using a construction loan or a construction-to-permanent loan, or you can use a home equity line of credit or a cash-out refinance if you’re building a second home. Some mortgagors may have restrictions on DIY house builds, so be sure to check that you can get financing before starting your project.

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