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Lavalle Construction

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Lavalle Construction

4.94(
35
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Lavalle Construction, serves all of Streator and greater La Salle County in all of your project needs. We specialize in roofs and siding, as well as a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves in getting the job done right the first time and never cutting corners. Call us today for a free estimate!

"Brian LaValle is a God Send!! Bought my home for under 20k and Brian has done everything from the basement to the roof!!! Drive by and Look at It. 705 Lundy St Streator. It sat for 5 1/2 years after a destructive foreclosure. There was no bathroom! Everyone Loves my bathroom now. The house looks Modern and heâ  s SO professional and comfortable and has been working on my home for well over a year so we pitched him keys to the house. I slept in the other day while him and his crew, always making sure my cats donâ  t get out, installed my laundry room floor. Never thought something like that could happen! Grade A work! Im So Proud of my house! This guy Checks My House to assure itâ  s sound and safe! The addition was attached to the original house. My roof was stressed and leaking. He â  tiedâ  (their lingo) the 2 lil houses together. Now Iâ  m saving up for him to do the roof. I flipped and remodeled 4 homes of my own when I was younger. This guy is the best. I humbly admit. Brian LaValle 815-674-8152"

Ronny B on December 2023

Lavalle Construction, serves all of Streator and greater La Salle County in all of your project needs. We specialize in roofs and siding, as well as a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves in getting the job done right the first time and never cutting corners. Call us today for a free estimate!

"Brian LaValle is a God Send!! Bought my home for under 20k and Brian has done everything from the basement to the roof!!! Drive by and Look at It. 705 Lundy St Streator. It sat for 5 1/2 years after a destructive foreclosure. There was no bathroom! Everyone Loves my bathroom now. The house looks Modern and heâ  s SO professional and comfortable and has been working on my home for well over a year so we pitched him keys to the house. I slept in the other day while him and his crew, always making sure my cats donâ  t get out, installed my laundry room floor. Never thought something like that could happen! Grade A work! Im So Proud of my house! This guy Checks My House to assure itâ  s sound and safe! The addition was attached to the original house. My roof was stressed and leaking. He â  tiedâ  (their lingo) the 2 lil houses together. Now Iâ  m saving up for him to do the roof. I flipped and remodeled 4 homes of my own when I was younger. This guy is the best. I humbly admit. Brian LaValle 815-674-8152"

Ronny B on December 2023

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Brittney Moriarity

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17 years of experience

I am a jack of all trades. I have been a single homeowner for almost 20 years, and have taken care of everything in my home myself. Plumbing, drywall, painting, constructing, yardwork, gutters, car repairs, cleaning...you name it, I can figure it out correctly.

I am a jack of all trades. I have been a single homeowner for almost 20 years, and have taken care of everything in my home myself. Plumbing, drywall, painting, constructing, yardwork, gutters, car repairs, cleaning...you name it, I can figure it out correctly.

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Festive Fright Lights

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1 years of experience

License and insured professional holiday lighting company. At Festive Fright Lights we want to assist you in having a safe and bright holiday season, we will remove the hassle of decorating your house. We design, install, and remove everything we set up, if you have any issue’s just send us a picture and one of our professional installers will be out within 48 hours to correct the issue. Let’s light up your holidays.

License and insured professional holiday lighting company. At Festive Fright Lights we want to assist you in having a safe and bright holiday season, we will remove the hassle of decorating your house. We design, install, and remove everything we set up, if you have any issue’s just send us a picture and one of our professional installers will be out within 48 hours to correct the issue. Let’s light up your holidays.

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Saks Cabling & Solutions LLC

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Saks Cabling & Solutions LLC

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1 years of experience

Welcome to Saks Cabling & Solutions, your trusted partner in IT consulting and Low Voltage Infrastructure management, proudly serving the vibrant suburbs of Chicago and it's greater surrounding areas. At Saks Cabling & Solutions, we are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to empower businesses, enhance efficiency, and drive growth. With deep roots in the local community, we understand the challenges and opportunities businesses face in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. That's why we're committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions that not only meet your immediate needs but also position you for long-term success.

Welcome to Saks Cabling & Solutions, your trusted partner in IT consulting and Low Voltage Infrastructure management, proudly serving the vibrant suburbs of Chicago and it's greater surrounding areas. At Saks Cabling & Solutions, we are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to empower businesses, enhance efficiency, and drive growth. With deep roots in the local community, we understand the challenges and opportunities businesses face in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. That's why we're committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions that not only meet your immediate needs but also position you for long-term success.

Sundown Plumbing and Handyman

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Sundown Plumbing and Handyman

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Sundown Plumbing and Handyman is a small family owned business with over 10 years of experience in the construction field. We can handle all of your small business or residential needs. Specialties include: drywall installation and repairs, painting, plumbing, parking lot painting, furniture building, light installation, door repairs, and more!

Sundown Plumbing and Handyman is a small family owned business with over 10 years of experience in the construction field. We can handle all of your small business or residential needs. Specialties include: drywall installation and repairs, painting, plumbing, parking lot painting, furniture building, light installation, door repairs, and more!

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Hello im rick im a welder at heart and do it every day i do have a small welder for small jobs of all kinds .but i guess u can say im like a jack of all trades but master of none but im pretty good at most of the things i do from painting inside and outsides of houses to landscaping lil bricck work .just ask and if i feel comfortable doing what you need ill be sure happy to get it done for you..

Hello im rick im a welder at heart and do it every day i do have a small welder for small jobs of all kinds .but i guess u can say im like a jack of all trades but master of none but im pretty good at most of the things i do from painting inside and outsides of houses to landscaping lil bricck work .just ask and if i feel comfortable doing what you need ill be sure happy to get it done for you..

Brauer Construction

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Brauer Construction

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We are small locally owned business with over fifteen years of experience. We do t stop until the job is done right. We provide general construction, custom work, concrete and block work, and epoxy projects. Call us today for a free bid.

We are small locally owned business with over fifteen years of experience. We do t stop until the job is done right. We provide general construction, custom work, concrete and block work, and epoxy projects. Call us today for a free bid.

Muro's Handyman Service

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Muro's Handyman Service

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My name is Mike Muro and I am the owner of Muro's Handyman Service. I've been working in the carpentry business for 15+ years. From jobs like replacing a light bulb to bathroom remodels, there isn't much I can't do. I strive to make your project needs come true. I am also fully insured

My name is Mike Muro and I am the owner of Muro's Handyman Service. I've been working in the carpentry business for 15+ years. From jobs like replacing a light bulb to bathroom remodels, there isn't much I can't do. I strive to make your project needs come true. I am also fully insured

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Handyman Services questions, answered by experts

A contractor specializes in a specific field. They often operate in teams where they have subcontractors to handle specialized problems. So if you have significant plumbing, drywall, or roofing issues, you’ll want to hire a contractor, as the job may require a team.

A handyperson is typically one person who works on whatever jobs come their way. You wouldn’t call a contractor to fix the hinges on cabinets or paint your room. Instead, a handyperson can handle all these issues, saving you from making multiple phone calls.

While handypeople do not need to be licensed in many places, you should only hire insured pros for any home improvement work. Your handyperson should have active liability coverage that protects them and you in the case of an error or accident. Furthermore, if they have employees on your property, they should also have workers’ compensation insurance. If you hire an individual or a company that is not insured and they damage your property, have an accident while on the job, or become injured on your property without insurance, you can be held financially liable.

The biggest benefit of hiring a handyperson over DIY is guaranteeing they’ll do the project correctly. This might save money in the long run and prevent future issues from arising. Hiring a handyperson also saves you the hassle of doing the job yourself. Finally, some projects pose safety risks, so hiring an experienced pro is much safer. 

Many contractors prefer checks because they’re easy to track and have no associated fees. However, many also accept credit cards (though they might add a fee to cover their processing costs).

Whether a scullery is worth it depends on how much you like to cook and entertain. If you frequently host gatherings—a scullery is likely worth the money. If you’re looking for ROI, it’s not so clear. It may not add significant value to your home, as it doesn’t increase square footage and may repurpose space that a buyer would have preferred to remain as-is (like a laundry room). 

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