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SMITHWRIGHT HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC

5 Greenknolls Pl
4.59(
118
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SMITHWRIGHT HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC

5 Greenknolls Pl
4.59(
118
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
95 local quotes requested

Smithwright Home Improvement is a general contracting company providing a broad range of home improvement and home repair services in the Suburban Maryland area. I am a company of one and use subcontractors only when absolutely necessary. 99% of the work I take on is performed by me. Smithwright Home Improvement is licensed with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission since 2004 under license# 89597. I've done mostly flat-fee work under contract with the home owner. Small projects, or handyman related work, bills out at $80/hour with a 3 hour minimum. Angie's List customers receive a 10% discount off labor charges that invoice over $500.00. Discounts do not apply to materials cost which are in addition to labor charges. I do not add any additional costs to materials. You pay what I pay. My business, up to now, has grown strictly through referrals from satisfied customers. In the 20 years since I started this business, I have served hundreds of home owners in this area doing everything from simple drywall work to building large room additions and decks. I pride myself in delivering results that far exceed my customer's expectations. (Please note, the nature of my work can make it quite difficult to take phone calls during the day. The last thing I want is to offend anyone by not picking up or not returning phone calls. Please contact me via text at 410-707-5542 or email at [email protected] as well and I will try to respond to you within 24 to 36 hours. Thank you!).

"This was the very best contractor experience that I can ever remember. Mr. Smith (Bill) was on time for both estimate and work and took better than exceptional effort to leave the area even better than he found it. He was reasonable in pricing, installed per ADA standards, matched existing hardware and explained, from great experience, why we needed to modify the placement of the bars. BTW He was right! I would strongly recommend him for your future needs. You will not regret your selection. RDL"

Richard L on November 2024

Smithwright Home Improvement is a general contracting company providing a broad range of home improvement and home repair services in the Suburban Maryland area. I am a company of one and use subcontractors only when absolutely necessary. 99% of the work I take on is performed by me. Smithwright Home Improvement is licensed with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission since 2004 under license# 89597. I've done mostly flat-fee work under contract with the home owner. Small projects, or handyman related work, bills out at $80/hour with a 3 hour minimum. Angie's List customers receive a 10% discount off labor charges that invoice over $500.00. Discounts do not apply to materials cost which are in addition to labor charges. I do not add any additional costs to materials. You pay what I pay. My business, up to now, has grown strictly through referrals from satisfied customers. In the 20 years since I started this business, I have served hundreds of home owners in this area doing everything from simple drywall work to building large room additions and decks. I pride myself in delivering results that far exceed my customer's expectations. (Please note, the nature of my work can make it quite difficult to take phone calls during the day. The last thing I want is to offend anyone by not picking up or not returning phone calls. Please contact me via text at 410-707-5542 or email at [email protected] as well and I will try to respond to you within 24 to 36 hours. Thank you!).

"This was the very best contractor experience that I can ever remember. Mr. Smith (Bill) was on time for both estimate and work and took better than exceptional effort to leave the area even better than he found it. He was reasonable in pricing, installed per ADA standards, matched existing hardware and explained, from great experience, why we needed to modify the placement of the bars. BTW He was right! I would strongly recommend him for your future needs. You will not regret your selection. RDL"

Richard L on November 2024


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Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County

8229 Cloverleaf Dr
4.52(
680
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Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County

8229 Cloverleaf Dr
4.52(
680
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1357 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

We are proud to have won more than 50 Angie's List Super Service Awards! We do everything on the honey-do list that honey doesn't do! Individually owned & operated franchise of the largest Handyman companies in the country. We are licensed, bonded and insured. All of our technicians have a minimum of 10 years experience and are full-time employees of the company. All work guaranteed for at least one year (any exceptions are discussed and noted on the invoice). And it's not just the small jobs! We have years of experience doing larger projects, especially bathroom remodeling! MHIC # 102097

"It went fine.. The Pro with Mr. Handyman worked out just fine..."

Perry P on July 2025

We are proud to have won more than 50 Angie's List Super Service Awards! We do everything on the honey-do list that honey doesn't do! Individually owned & operated franchise of the largest Handyman companies in the country. We are licensed, bonded and insured. All of our technicians have a minimum of 10 years experience and are full-time employees of the company. All work guaranteed for at least one year (any exceptions are discussed and noted on the invoice). And it's not just the small jobs! We have years of experience doing larger projects, especially bathroom remodeling! MHIC # 102097

"It went fine.. The Pro with Mr. Handyman worked out just fine..."

Perry P on July 2025


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Kinner Construction Company

1805 Keymar Road
4.96(
18
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Kinner Construction Company

1805 Keymar Road
4.96(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
34 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Established in 1991, Kinner Construction Company is a family owned and operated business serving the Annapolis/Anne Arundel County region. We will give you free estimates and perform professional, guaranteed work.

"You will not be disappointed in the work Mike does. He is professional, experienced, a perfectionist, and most importantly honest!"

Karin C on March 2024

Established in 1991, Kinner Construction Company is a family owned and operated business serving the Annapolis/Anne Arundel County region. We will give you free estimates and perform professional, guaranteed work.

"You will not be disappointed in the work Mike does. He is professional, experienced, a perfectionist, and most importantly honest!"

Karin C on March 2024


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D&R Improvements

124 Jarman Branch Drive
5.00(
14
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D&R Improvements

124 Jarman Branch Drive
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

D & R 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

"We have hired many contractors over the years, and don't recall any who have been nearly as exceptional in every way as Dave and his team. Both my wife and I cannot recommend D&R more highly."

Tim O on March 2024

D & R 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

"We have hired many contractors over the years, and don't recall any who have been nearly as exceptional in every way as Dave and his team. Both my wife and I cannot recommend D&R more highly."

Tim O on March 2024


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Novas Home Services

4819 Glenoak Rd
4.78(
27
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Novas Home Services

4819 Glenoak Rd
4.78(
27
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

With several years experience, Novas Home Services, works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Mr. Armondo did an excellent job power-washing front steps and back of house."

Evelyn K on November 2024

With several years experience, Novas Home Services, works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Mr. Armondo did an excellent job power-washing front steps and back of house."

Evelyn K on November 2024


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7th State Builders, LLC

821 Keith Lane
4.71(
70
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7th State Builders, LLC

821 Keith Lane
4.71(
70
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
657 local quotes requested

7th State Builders, LLC, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. 7th State Builders, LLC, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

"I am having a truly unpleasant experience with 7th State Builders. I paid 14,450.00$ deposit in good faith. They were contracted to rebuild my deck, place a roof structure and screen on the deck. I trusted that they would complete the work. Instead, they took my money and one year later had not even started on the project. Not only did they fail to perform the agreed-upon services for the deck, but I was forced to hire an attorney to try and recover my deposit. Which I haven?t yet (over one year). Thus, creating unnecessary expenses to an already frustrating situation. I would strongly advise against using this company. They are unprofessional, uncommunicative, unreliable and clearly not trustworthy. My experience currently has been a complete waste of time, money and emotional energy. Dr. CLARICE BROWN "

Clarice B on July 2025

7th State Builders, LLC, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. 7th State Builders, LLC, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

"I am having a truly unpleasant experience with 7th State Builders. I paid 14,450.00$ deposit in good faith. They were contracted to rebuild my deck, place a roof structure and screen on the deck. I trusted that they would complete the work. Instead, they took my money and one year later had not even started on the project. Not only did they fail to perform the agreed-upon services for the deck, but I was forced to hire an attorney to try and recover my deposit. Which I haven?t yet (over one year). Thus, creating unnecessary expenses to an already frustrating situation. I would strongly advise against using this company. They are unprofessional, uncommunicative, unreliable and clearly not trustworthy. My experience currently has been a complete waste of time, money and emotional energy. Dr. CLARICE BROWN "

Clarice B on July 2025


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East Coast Concrete LLC

7310 Ritchie Highway, Suite 200
3.50(
11
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East Coast Concrete LLC

7310 Ritchie Highway, Suite 200
3.50(
11
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

East Coast Concrete LLC, proudly servicing Pasadena, MD and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

"Very fast service awesome material selection clean work and amazing price and Jennifer was a pleasure to work with schedule all our work."

Jake M on January 2025

East Coast Concrete LLC, proudly servicing Pasadena, MD and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

"Very fast service awesome material selection clean work and amazing price and Jennifer was a pleasure to work with schedule all our work."

Jake M on January 2025


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JG Window Installation

7907 24th Ave
5.00(
3
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JG Window Installation

7907 24th Ave
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
86 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project & specialize in window installation. 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!

"My windows were cleaned inside and out and the screens and sills were also cleaned. Jose and his wife were pleasant to work with and efficient."

DIANE H on July 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 30 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project & specialize in window installation. 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!

"My windows were cleaned inside and out and the screens and sills were also cleaned. Jose and his wife were pleasant to work with and efficient."

DIANE H on July 2025


Transforming Spaces

4210 Cottage Terrace
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Transforming Spaces

4210 Cottage Terrace
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2 years of experience

Transformed Spaces: Transforming your home into a space you love We are a remodeling company dedicated to create unique and personalized spaces that reflect your lifestyle. We offer a wide range of services, from complete renovations of homes to minor updates, always with the aim of providing a high service quality and attention to detail. Our services: Complete home renovations: Kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, living room, etc. Additions and expansions: More space for your family or for your hobbies Minor renovations: Painting, installation new flooring, cabinets, etc. ¡

Transformed Spaces: Transforming your home into a space you love We are a remodeling company dedicated to create unique and personalized spaces that reflect your lifestyle. We offer a wide range of services, from complete renovations of homes to minor updates, always with the aim of providing a high service quality and attention to detail. Our services: Complete home renovations: Kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, living room, etc. Additions and expansions: More space for your family or for your hobbies Minor renovations: Painting, installation new flooring, cabinets, etc. ¡


Home Solutions

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Home Solutions

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28 years of experience

Dedicated and skilled interior carpenter with extensive experience in woodworking tasks tailored to enhance interior spaces. Proficient in blueprint interpretation, precise measurement-taking, and utilization of a diverse range of woodworking tools and techniques. Adept at crafting and installing custom-built cabinets, shelves, stairs, and trim work to elevate the aesthetic appeal and functionality of residential and commercial interiors. Collaborative team player with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to adhering to safety standards and building codes.

Dedicated and skilled interior carpenter with extensive experience in woodworking tasks tailored to enhance interior spaces. Proficient in blueprint interpretation, precise measurement-taking, and utilization of a diverse range of woodworking tools and techniques. Adept at crafting and installing custom-built cabinets, shelves, stairs, and trim work to elevate the aesthetic appeal and functionality of residential and commercial interiors. Collaborative team player with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to adhering to safety standards and building codes.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Traditionally, bungalows are single-story homes, although having a half or partial story on top of the first floor is common. While adding a second story to a bungalow is certainly possible, the home would no longer be considered a bungalow by the strictest definition.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

Framing most homes takes anywhere between five and eight weeks to complete. You’ll need to account for inclement weather conditions, material shipment times, the number of crew members, and the weight of your materials. If the weather is too hot, wet, or cold for the installation, this process could take closer to eight weeks.

While some highly experienced homeowners can frame a house independently, it is not advisable. You will need ample carpentry experience, a team of helpers, and professionals to sign off on your work to meet local building codes. For the safest outcome, we recommend buying or building a house with the guidance of professionals.

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.

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