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PELAGIC SERVICES LLC.
4.8(
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin did an awesome job building our dock. He solved a few problems we had with the existing dock and reimagined the space to a much more usable pier/dock while working within our existing footprint. We also used for several house repairs and was very pleased with all results. All work was completed in a timely manner and work site was always cleaned up. We were informed every step of the process. I would definitely recommend for dock and any handyman needs."
Remodeling - General Project
Third set of shelves & lighting.
Crisp & Clean, Mud Room!
Final install & epay trim spa.
Run electric & plumbing , install decking

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Genius Exteriors
4.9(
1,129
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"Home Genius was very efficient with their work and did a great job with our siding install. The crew worked hard to get it done and we would certainly consider them for future projects."
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SIDING

+73

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
2345 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Canales Service, LLC
4.7(
117
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic roof job. Very careful- we have not found a single nail in our yard, flowerbeds were covered and they were careful not to damage them.. Fast- Erick showed up the day I called for a quote, and then the day of service they were in by 7:30 and out by about 3:30. Very fair price- 3 got three quotes and Erick's was the lowest but offered exact same service. Good- the roof looks great, flashing well done, everything even and smooth. Would definitely recommend them. The only lesson I learned? And this is just an FYI, nothing to do with Canales- If you have stuff in your attic, I recommend covering it with a tarp. The old asphalt roof grit falls in the old nail holes and makes a mess."
New Roof Installation
New Roof Installation
New Roof Installation
Roofing project
Roof replacement

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
116 neighbors recently requested a quote
AML Top Quality Construction
4.6(
27
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

"AML built our family a deck that surpassed our expectations. It's beautiful! Great attention to detail, quality craftsmanship and affordable pricing. They were punctual, made great progress quickly and cleaned the job site every single day. It's nice to see people that take such pride in their craft. Highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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DEX Window & Door Repair
5.0(
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Dexter repaired and replaced numerous windows, sliding glass doors and screens at our home and i must say his knowledge, expertise and his timely professionalism has always been on display. He is truly a high skilled technician and I highly recommend him and will continue to higher his firm for our projects going forward. Mansfield Realtors, CEO"
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Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County
4.5(
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"James McCarron came to evaluate the restructure of our outdoor stairs to allow us to access the water spigot on the side of our house but inaccessible because of the stairs. While he gave us the estimate for the approach for the stairs, he recognized that the best solution was not a carpentry solution but a plumbing solution which we supported. He could have pushed the carpentry option, but he gave us a solution that would save us money, time, and resolved our spigot access situation at the same time. His honesty went a long way to the credibility of the company."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Koval Construction, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very nice response to appointment call, on time awaiting an estimate for now. First day. This one is a some what complicated tree fell on out buildings 1100 sq ft roof plane. Looks bad even after tree removed. Happy to see good reviews from past bids gotten good start mike."
Before
Deck with Vinyl Railing
New Screened Porch
Before
 Before-carport/family room

+15

Response time30 mins
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Apex Remodeling
4.3(
260
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had scheduled our wood floors to be resurfaced with another company, but while the rooms were all cleared out, it was a good time to repair drywall and paint. Henry sent someone immediately to give us an estimate. We only had 5 days to work with before the floors were to be started. His crew started the very next day! All were professional and respectful. They repaired spots we didn't know existed! Henry visited twice, once as the men were working and the next to inspect the completed job. He was available by phone at any time for questions/concerns. Although we thought the price was expensive like other reviewers, considering what they did on the timeline given and the excellent results, we would definitely use them again. We have already given their card to the neighbors."
Response time1 day
354 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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G&H Contractor Services, LLC
4.9(
14
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Serving Chester, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We value honesty and integrity and will treat your home improvement project as if it were our own. We offer a wide range of roofing expertise and experience to meet the specific needs of our clients. We specialize in a variety of roofing, to include asphalt shingle, traditional tile, natural slate, flat, foam, or single-ply. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work and offer a 2 year warranty on our services.

new cabinetes
paint
floor install
repair b-window
roof

+8

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

One of the most common house framing basics for decades has been using wood for the framing work. However, some framing contractors now suggest using steel frames. Steel is lightweight, resistant to fire, and resistant to moisture, all of which are areas where wood framing could cause problems. However, steel framing is more expensive than wood and limits your ability to insulate the home.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

Proper Murphy bed installation minimizes the risk of wall damage. A secure attachment requires making some holes for anchors or brackets, but these can be easily patched if the bed is removed. To ensure the installation is done correctly and safely, hiring a professional is recommended, especially if you have limited DIY experience.

Metal stud framing parts include the studs themselves, upper and lower tracks that act as top and bottom wall plates, various angle fasteners and clips, screws for fastening pieces togeher, metal straps, c-channel supports, and thicker steel supporting structures. Roof framing metal components include pre-fabricated trusses, heavy-gauge stud pieces, and various plates and fasteners.

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