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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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760 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.


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Dana King Design-Build and Remodeling

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Dana King Design-Build and Remodeling

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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
128 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

At Dana King, we are an award-winning design-build firm that delivers innovative home improvement solutions to St. Louis. From the initial concept to completion, we provide one point of accountability to ensure peace of mind that your remodel will be as envisioned and professionally executed. Our mission is to enhance the way you live in your home.

"We hired Dana King to build our garage and we were so pleased by the result we hired them to remodel our kitchen. Dana and her team do an excellent job communicating throughout the construction project, keeping to their budget, and their designs are simply beautiful. We couldn't be happier with their work to make our home a place of tranquility."

David A on May 2025

At Dana King, we are an award-winning design-build firm that delivers innovative home improvement solutions to St. Louis. From the initial concept to completion, we provide one point of accountability to ensure peace of mind that your remodel will be as envisioned and professionally executed. Our mission is to enhance the way you live in your home.

"We hired Dana King to build our garage and we were so pleased by the result we hired them to remodel our kitchen. Dana and her team do an excellent job communicating throughout the construction project, keeping to their budget, and their designs are simply beautiful. We couldn't be happier with their work to make our home a place of tranquility."

David A on May 2025


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Anton's Plumbing, Heating/Cooling & Energy Experts

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Anton's Plumbing, Heating/Cooling & Energy Experts

4.78(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
457 local quotes requested

Anton's has been in business for 43 years and maintains an A+ rating with the BBB. We have the highest Google rating in St. Louis. We offer manufacture rebates, and 0% financing for up to 60 months! We currently employ 72 team members who receive customer service training twice per week. Our service technicians have been professionally trained on our 6 step Anton's service system to ensure our customers receive the same GREAT service at a GREAT price each and every visit!! We provide upfront pricing and don't complete any repairs with out approval. We are the only company in St. Louis to offer lifetime warranty on repairs for our UP plan members!!!! Senior Discount- $10 off a service or $100 off complete new system Emergency Service phone number- 314-499-8400

"Excellent service. Super friendly and helpful. Went over all options and pricing with me before helping me through the loan process."

Denise N on November 2025

Anton's has been in business for 43 years and maintains an A+ rating with the BBB. We have the highest Google rating in St. Louis. We offer manufacture rebates, and 0% financing for up to 60 months! We currently employ 72 team members who receive customer service training twice per week. Our service technicians have been professionally trained on our 6 step Anton's service system to ensure our customers receive the same GREAT service at a GREAT price each and every visit!! We provide upfront pricing and don't complete any repairs with out approval. We are the only company in St. Louis to offer lifetime warranty on repairs for our UP plan members!!!! Senior Discount- $10 off a service or $100 off complete new system Emergency Service phone number- 314-499-8400

"Excellent service. Super friendly and helpful. Went over all options and pricing with me before helping me through the loan process."

Denise N on November 2025


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Alltrade

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Alltrade

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24 local quotes requested
Emergency services offered

I have 30 years on the job experience with most of the trades.Roofing, carpentry, electric, plumbing, landscaping, hardscape, concrete, siding,drywall,mud and tape, framing,and finish carpentry. I love what I do and I like to give customers service and product like they Invision it when I leave a residence I like to know I'll be the one they recommend and invite back on future projects.

I have 30 years on the job experience with most of the trades.Roofing, carpentry, electric, plumbing, landscaping, hardscape, concrete, siding,drywall,mud and tape, framing,and finish carpentry. I love what I do and I like to give customers service and product like they Invision it when I leave a residence I like to know I'll be the one they recommend and invite back on future projects.


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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC

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RDB CONSTRUCTION LLC

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As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.

As 30+ years experience carpenters, we are always prepared to take on your projects with precision and care. We pride ourselves on being courteous and polite, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Our approach involves actively listening to your needs and preferences to deliver tailored solutions. ???? We understand the importance of clear communication and collaboration to bring your vision to life. From the initial consultation to the final touches, We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship. ? We are ready to start, so contact me today.


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Norse Construction, LLC

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Norse Construction, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 local quotes requested

Norse Construction, LLC is a unique small business. Over my 30 plus years of construction I've had numerous customers tell me of contractors who don't show up, don't clean up after themselves, build what THEY want and NOT what the homeower wants. Its simple. I started Norse simply because you should have what YOU want and when you want it - period.

"We attempted to have our unfinished basement finished in 2020. The project started in June of 2020 and was terminated unfinished in January of 2021. Total cost of the partial project was $75,771. Several issues led to the termination of the project. The primary was lack of actual project management and ability to take responsibility for errors by the contractor, which, in addition to being frustrating, contributed to the unnecessarily long project time of 7 months while still not being finished. Examples include: - An I-Beam for a heavy-bag track was to be installed on the ceiling. It was installed in the incorrect location and extremely poorly, to the point where flanges were overlapping. When confronted, the contractor stated that it just "wasn't finished". However, the correction required the complete removal and re-installation. Then the contractor claimed the issue was due to insufficient instruction supplied, even though all required information was in fact supplied. The installation crew was simply not competent and failed to install as instructed. - Wood panels were put on a large portion of the ceiling. Several conversations in writing instructed that there was to be no more work done after the initial paint as we liked the look as is. When painters were on-site for the walls, it was confirmed with them verbally that the ceiling was complete and not to perform work on them. However, they caulked and painted it anyway. When confronted, the contractor stated it was always known that this work was to be done. He also said it was only painted and not caulked, which was clearly not the case. Additionally, when shown texts and emails where we explicitly requested no more work done to the ceiling and that he also stated it was complete, he simply ignored it. - When ordering a vanity, he sent us to a shop to select one. However, when it came time to need the vanity, we found it had never actually been ordered. The contractor blamed us for not ordering it while at the shop, however the person at the shop later confirmed the hold up was the contractor not confirming the order. These are some of the biggest examples, but there were communication issues throughout the project. The termination of the contact didn't go any better than the rest of the project. We were told up front, in writing, that we would be billed for all services each week for the prior week. However, when we were settling up after the contract was terminated, there were many costs he was back charging for, meaning they were not billed during the week of work as the original contract stated. One of the items had no reciept. One of the bigger issues here was the painting. The painting cost was much too high relative to the original bid price based on actual work performed. When asked for an itemized bill for painting, it included painting work that had not been performed. The contractor ultimately removed the item for which he didn't have a receipt and reduced the paint cost by some amount. It was still not correct, but we agreed to pay to end the situation."

Jeremy H on January 2023

Norse Construction, LLC is a unique small business. Over my 30 plus years of construction I've had numerous customers tell me of contractors who don't show up, don't clean up after themselves, build what THEY want and NOT what the homeower wants. Its simple. I started Norse simply because you should have what YOU want and when you want it - period.

"We attempted to have our unfinished basement finished in 2020. The project started in June of 2020 and was terminated unfinished in January of 2021. Total cost of the partial project was $75,771. Several issues led to the termination of the project. The primary was lack of actual project management and ability to take responsibility for errors by the contractor, which, in addition to being frustrating, contributed to the unnecessarily long project time of 7 months while still not being finished. Examples include: - An I-Beam for a heavy-bag track was to be installed on the ceiling. It was installed in the incorrect location and extremely poorly, to the point where flanges were overlapping. When confronted, the contractor stated that it just "wasn't finished". However, the correction required the complete removal and re-installation. Then the contractor claimed the issue was due to insufficient instruction supplied, even though all required information was in fact supplied. The installation crew was simply not competent and failed to install as instructed. - Wood panels were put on a large portion of the ceiling. Several conversations in writing instructed that there was to be no more work done after the initial paint as we liked the look as is. When painters were on-site for the walls, it was confirmed with them verbally that the ceiling was complete and not to perform work on them. However, they caulked and painted it anyway. When confronted, the contractor stated it was always known that this work was to be done. He also said it was only painted and not caulked, which was clearly not the case. Additionally, when shown texts and emails where we explicitly requested no more work done to the ceiling and that he also stated it was complete, he simply ignored it. - When ordering a vanity, he sent us to a shop to select one. However, when it came time to need the vanity, we found it had never actually been ordered. The contractor blamed us for not ordering it while at the shop, however the person at the shop later confirmed the hold up was the contractor not confirming the order. These are some of the biggest examples, but there were communication issues throughout the project. The termination of the contact didn't go any better than the rest of the project. We were told up front, in writing, that we would be billed for all services each week for the prior week. However, when we were settling up after the contract was terminated, there were many costs he was back charging for, meaning they were not billed during the week of work as the original contract stated. One of the items had no reciept. One of the bigger issues here was the painting. The painting cost was much too high relative to the original bid price based on actual work performed. When asked for an itemized bill for painting, it included painting work that had not been performed. The contractor ultimately removed the item for which he didn't have a receipt and reduced the paint cost by some amount. It was still not correct, but we agreed to pay to end the situation."

Jeremy H on January 2023


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Atlas Foundation Solutions, LLC

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Atlas Foundation Solutions, LLC

4.75(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
70 local quotes requested

Atlas Foundation Solutions, LLC provides long-lasting solutions for all your foundation repair needs and waterproofing problems serving the St. Louis County, Mo.,Saint Charles County, MO., Jefferson County, MO., and surrounding areas. Atlas Foundation Solutions is located in Fenton, MO. Our experienced team will effectively and efficiently provide crack repairs, install drainage solutions, and increase the structural stability of your homes foundation. We specialize in installing foundation piers for both poured & stone foundations. A family owned business that will keep it more affordable and personal with your family in mind!

"Atlas did a fantastic job. Mike accurately diagnosed the problem (a foundation crack hiding behind wood paneling) and patiently explained it to us new homeowners. For the repair itself, he arrived on time, applied epoxy efficiently, and dealt with some unexpected obstacles. (Some flooring needed to be removed to -literally - get to the bottom of the issue.) Our neighbor highly recommended Atlas, and we see why!"

Alexander S on June 2022

Atlas Foundation Solutions, LLC provides long-lasting solutions for all your foundation repair needs and waterproofing problems serving the St. Louis County, Mo.,Saint Charles County, MO., Jefferson County, MO., and surrounding areas. Atlas Foundation Solutions is located in Fenton, MO. Our experienced team will effectively and efficiently provide crack repairs, install drainage solutions, and increase the structural stability of your homes foundation. We specialize in installing foundation piers for both poured & stone foundations. A family owned business that will keep it more affordable and personal with your family in mind!

"Atlas did a fantastic job. Mike accurately diagnosed the problem (a foundation crack hiding behind wood paneling) and patiently explained it to us new homeowners. For the repair itself, he arrived on time, applied epoxy efficiently, and dealt with some unexpected obstacles. (Some flooring needed to be removed to -literally - get to the bottom of the issue.) Our neighbor highly recommended Atlas, and we see why!"

Alexander S on June 2022


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STLBuildPro

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STLBuildPro

4.63(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
77 local quotes requested

STLBuildPro consists of two contracting companies: Carrera Exteriors LLC and Carrera Plaster Restoration LLC. We focus on customer satisfaction by providing a combination of services with excellent value and integrity. We are experienced in insurance claims and we work with insurance companies.

"They did a solid job and were a pleasure to deal with. Very professional."

Curtis H on October 2023

STLBuildPro consists of two contracting companies: Carrera Exteriors LLC and Carrera Plaster Restoration LLC. We focus on customer satisfaction by providing a combination of services with excellent value and integrity. We are experienced in insurance claims and we work with insurance companies.

"They did a solid job and were a pleasure to deal with. Very professional."

Curtis H on October 2023


"I had a horrible experience with Maris Home Improvements. I don't recommend them. You are better off going with Window World!"

Monica C on May 2025

Family owned and operated, we perform. With over 20 years of experience we know what it takes to make you happy. We are local in Chesterfield and our top priority is a satisfied customer.

"I had a horrible experience with Maris Home Improvements. I don't recommend them. You are better off going with Window World!"

Monica C on May 2025


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Foundation Recovery Systems

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Foundation Recovery Systems

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
51 local quotes requested
33 years of experience

Foundation Recovery Systems, founded in 1992, is a subsidiary of Groundworks, a family of companies that offers superior, proven solutions for your foundation repair, structural repair, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete leveling needs. They currently maintain offices in Kansas City, Moberly, Springfield, and St Louis. Foundation Recovery Systems is a recognized accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and devotes its years of experience, industry knowledge and specialized training to help customers protect their homes or commercial buildings from water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation failure.

"As far as we can tell, the work was effective at stabilizing our foundation, and the on-site crew led by Luke was great, informing us of their progress along the way. However, we expressed in advance our concern about protecting some of our landscaping. We were assured the crew would have boards to cover landscaping on which removed dirt would be piled. This turned out not to be the case. I’ve had quite a bit of expense and labor to restore landscaping that was damaged during the work. This damage could have been avoided. Foundation Recovery sends out $500 coupons to advertise for their work. My attempts to contact Joe and FRS to honor even a part of the $500 coupon to help defray my landscaping costs have gone unanswered. Our salesperson, Joe, was not present during the work and has not been responsive to our followup inquiries. We are very disappointed in the poor customer service from Foundation and its representatives. I cannot recommend this company based on their failure to address our up-front concerns, lack of response to our followup requests, and the false advertising that is associated with the coupons."

Jerry K on September 2025

Foundation Recovery Systems, founded in 1992, is a subsidiary of Groundworks, a family of companies that offers superior, proven solutions for your foundation repair, structural repair, crawl space encapsulation, dehumidification, and concrete leveling needs. They currently maintain offices in Kansas City, Moberly, Springfield, and St Louis. Foundation Recovery Systems is a recognized accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and devotes its years of experience, industry knowledge and specialized training to help customers protect their homes or commercial buildings from water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation failure.

"As far as we can tell, the work was effective at stabilizing our foundation, and the on-site crew led by Luke was great, informing us of their progress along the way. However, we expressed in advance our concern about protecting some of our landscaping. We were assured the crew would have boards to cover landscaping on which removed dirt would be piled. This turned out not to be the case. I’ve had quite a bit of expense and labor to restore landscaping that was damaged during the work. This damage could have been avoided. Foundation Recovery sends out $500 coupons to advertise for their work. My attempts to contact Joe and FRS to honor even a part of the $500 coupon to help defray my landscaping costs have gone unanswered. Our salesperson, Joe, was not present during the work and has not been responsive to our followup inquiries. We are very disappointed in the poor customer service from Foundation and its representatives. I cannot recommend this company based on their failure to address our up-front concerns, lack of response to our followup requests, and the false advertising that is associated with the coupons."

Jerry K on September 2025

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Foundation Drain Installation questions, answered by experts

A leach field can take several days or weeks to dry out, even with help from additives designed to improve bacterial activity and promote draining. Because of the risks to health and the potential for wastewater to run off into drinking water sources, it’s better to hire a pro to fix a saturated drain field than try to wait for it to dry out.

Using filter fabric is highly recommended because it helps prevent debris and sediment from clogging the drain. It’s best to use a non-woven geotextile landscape fabric for your French drain because it is designed to allow water to flow through but not soil particles and other debris. It’s durable and long-lasting, which is why it’s the top choice for French drains.

Some questions you should ask before hiring a plumber or drainage installation company include:

  • Are you licensed and insured?

  • Do you have any customer testimonials I can read?

  • How do you handle unforeseen challenges that occur during the job?

  • Is your fee a flat rate or hourly?

  • Do you do the work, or do you have subcontractors?

  • Is everyone who does the work licensed and qualified plumbers?

  • Is cleanup included in the quote?

  • Do you offer a warranty or guarantee on your work?

A French drain should be 4 to 6 feet away from your foundation in most cases. However, the right distance for your home depends on the landscape and how bad your water problem is. Ask a foundation drain installation professional near you for advice on your exact situation.

If your basement often leaks after heavy rain, it’s probably caused by hydrostatic pressure. When the ground is saturated with water, it can put pressure on the exterior of your home’s foundation, causing cracks in the basement wall and pushing water through any existing weak spots. Over time, hydrostatic pressure can cause structural damage to your home.

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