Cransten is the best handyman and remodeling experience in the US. Our team is vetted, trained, background checked, and amazing at what we do. We are licensed and insured. Get a free quote from us today and see what we can do to help create your dream home!
"Had a bathroom fan replaced by Tyler Gage, the experience was fantastic. The work was completed quickly and Tyler was super courteous and efficient! Would absolutely recommend."
Kayce T on December 2025
Cransten is the best handyman and remodeling experience in the US. Our team is vetted, trained, background checked, and amazing at what we do. We are licensed and insured. Get a free quote from us today and see what we can do to help create your dream home!
"Had a bathroom fan replaced by Tyler Gage, the experience was fantastic. The work was completed quickly and Tyler was super courteous and efficient! Would absolutely recommend."
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Charlotte by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It's time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"I had my siding done, the crew was great they were very professional and positive and everyone was very nice by waving and smiling. They were really good at clean up and no pile of trash as they were going they piled up things and took them away promptly. Jon was my PM and handled the job professionally and explained everything as needed. Would recommend! He even got my dog to come back from across the street."
Toni B on October 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Charlotte by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It's time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"I had my siding done, the crew was great they were very professional and positive and everyone was very nice by waving and smiling. They were really good at clean up and no pile of trash as they were going they piled up things and took them away promptly. Jon was my PM and handled the job professionally and explained everything as needed. Would recommend! He even got my dog to come back from across the street."
With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Sammi E on June 2024
With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!
"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
With over 7 years of experience in the siding industry, Fernandez Stucco Construction is your industry leader from Knightdale and everywhere in between. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust we will treat your project as we would treat our own. Our satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"I received two quotes for the stucco repair. I thought the first was very high and got a second quote for Fernandez Stucco Construction. Juan was very prompt in responding and gave me a quote that was substantially lower and in line with what I considered reasonable. The work was done in a timely manner and to my full satisfaction. I would definitely use them again if needed."
Jerry R on November 2023
With over 7 years of experience in the siding industry, Fernandez Stucco Construction is your industry leader from Knightdale and everywhere in between. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust we will treat your project as we would treat our own. Our satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"I received two quotes for the stucco repair. I thought the first was very high and got a second quote for Fernandez Stucco Construction. Juan was very prompt in responding and gave me a quote that was substantially lower and in line with what I considered reasonable. The work was done in a timely manner and to my full satisfaction. I would definitely use them again if needed."
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Charlotte by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It's time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"I had Gutters?s installed in May 2025. The gutters leaked on the first rain after gutters were installed.
I have called numerous times, sent messages numerous times, it is now August and gutters are not repaired. I left a 1 star review several weeks ago and I finally got a return call. Tracey from their office assured me a project manager would contact me within 24 hours. No one has called. Gutters still leaking. I will say it again, DO NOT HIRE HOME GENIUS. Poor quality work. No customer service. Sales representative told us there was a warranty. They Lie.
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Sarah K on August 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Charlotte by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It's time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"I had Gutters?s installed in May 2025. The gutters leaked on the first rain after gutters were installed.
I have called numerous times, sent messages numerous times, it is now August and gutters are not repaired. I left a 1 star review several weeks ago and I finally got a return call. Tracey from their office assured me a project manager would contact me within 24 hours. No one has called. Gutters still leaking. I will say it again, DO NOT HIRE HOME GENIUS. Poor quality work. No customer service. Sales representative told us there was a warranty. They Lie.
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Here at Phipps Masonry, we're changing the way business is done. We treat your home or property like it was our own and provide you with help from our qualified professionals through the whole process. Our company is constantly evolving and growing and we provide a wide range of services. Not sure if we're the professionals to call for your project? Feel free to call or email us and we will be happy to assist you. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every customers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The whole experience was smooth and professional with quality results. Thank you!"
Danielle M on November 2025
Here at Phipps Masonry, we're changing the way business is done. We treat your home or property like it was our own and provide you with help from our qualified professionals through the whole process. Our company is constantly evolving and growing and we provide a wide range of services. Not sure if we're the professionals to call for your project? Feel free to call or email us and we will be happy to assist you. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every customers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"The whole experience was smooth and professional with quality results. Thank you!"
We are a small family business that specializes in all phases of construction and remodeling. Looking for reliable home services? Look no further! A Step Above Handyman Services LLC is a small family business specializing in construction and remodeling. With expertise in all phases of the process, we're here to make your home projects a breeze. Contact us today!
"It went very good. They guys we very informative and professional,and also very polite, definitely hire them again"
Reggie W on October 2025
We are a small family business that specializes in all phases of construction and remodeling. Looking for reliable home services? Look no further! A Step Above Handyman Services LLC is a small family business specializing in construction and remodeling. With expertise in all phases of the process, we're here to make your home projects a breeze. Contact us today!
"It went very good. They guys we very informative and professional,and also very polite, definitely hire them again"
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Charlotte by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"They were absolutely amazing.From start to finish."
Cornelius C on March 2025
Elevate your home with Home Genius Exteriors, setting the standard in Charlotte by offering full-service solutions for roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters and insulation. We support our veterans and communities by supporting local and national charitable organizations through our Home Genius Cares initiative. With an Owens Corning® Platinum Preferred designation, we also offer flexible payment options, industry leading warranties and a wide range of premium products tailored for your home. It’s time for a different experience, entrust your next home project to a genius and schedule your free inspection today!
"They were absolutely amazing.From start to finish."
Certified roofer with 20 years of experience, and handyman work when you need it. I take my work seriously and I always like to make my costumes happy, and I can work with them to when or what is the best time for them to do the work on there house.
"Excellent, Roy showed up early, prepared , and even went the extra mile to install both fans which included going into our attic in the heat, doing extra cutting to install the fan, and setting the fan in place. Definitely will work with him again."
Chinua R on September 2025
Certified roofer with 20 years of experience, and handyman work when you need it. I take my work seriously and I always like to make my costumes happy, and I can work with them to when or what is the best time for them to do the work on there house.
"Excellent, Roy showed up early, prepared , and even went the extra mile to install both fans which included going into our attic in the heat, doing extra cutting to install the fan, and setting the fan in place. Definitely will work with him again."
Meet Zackary Umsted & Gary Tuomela – Your Local Construction Experts with Heart We’re Zackary Umsted and Gary Tuomela, proud owner-operators and your go-to partners for high-quality and craftsmanship-driven construction. With a deep passion for our work and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in framing, decking, windows, doors, siding, painting, gutters and roofing. Every project we take on is backed by pride, precision, client-centered communication and a dusk-to-dawn work ethic. We put our heart into finishing projects that stand the test of time. Rooted in family values and built on a foundation of integrity, we’re here to help you turn your project into something exceptional. Let’s build something incredible together. (828) 514-1054 | (561) 254-0050
"Overall a great experience. The Hidden Cove team were very responsive and professional. I would definitely use them again as well as recommend them to anybody looking to have quality work done."
Brian W on July 2025
Meet Zackary Umsted & Gary Tuomela – Your Local Construction Experts with Heart We’re Zackary Umsted and Gary Tuomela, proud owner-operators and your go-to partners for high-quality and craftsmanship-driven construction. With a deep passion for our work and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in framing, decking, windows, doors, siding, painting, gutters and roofing. Every project we take on is backed by pride, precision, client-centered communication and a dusk-to-dawn work ethic. We put our heart into finishing projects that stand the test of time. Rooted in family values and built on a foundation of integrity, we’re here to help you turn your project into something exceptional. Let’s build something incredible together. (828) 514-1054 | (561) 254-0050
"Overall a great experience. The Hidden Cove team were very responsive and professional. I would definitely use them again as well as recommend them to anybody looking to have quality work done."
Brian W on July 2025
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Stucco questions, answered by experts
German schmear is a durable brick masonry coating. It should last at least a decade or two without flaking or fading, even with minimal maintenance. This makes it an economical option compared to the cost of painting your house exterior, which usually needs to be repainted every five to 10 years to keep it looking its best—thus costing more over the same time period.
On average, EIFS costs more than traditional stucco, both due to its complex materials and tricky installation. You'll pay between $7 and $9 per square foot for traditional stucco installation and $8 to $14 per square foot for EIFS. Contact a local siding contractor to get an accurate estimate for EIFS or stucco installation based on your project specifications.
The time required to remove stucco siding depends on the size of the home, the thickness of the stucco, and the complexity of the project. Most projects take between two and seven days, but larger or multi-story homes may require more time, especially if repairs are needed after removal is complete.
Whether or not it’s cheaper to build a pizza oven depends largely on what style you opt for and which tools and materials you already have. For example, having a surplus of leftover fire bricks from another DIY project will reduce the amount you need to build a new pizza oven and cut costs to boot. On the flip side, if you don’t have any of the required materials, buying a pre-made option will be cheaper and require far less work to set up—between just $300 and $1,000 for the best versions.
The curing time for stucco typically takes several weeks to fully complete. During the curing process, the stucco undergoes a chemical reaction and gradually hardens. It's important to note that curing is different from drying. While the surface of the stucco may dry relatively quickly within a few hours or days, the curing process continues beneath the surface, strengthening and solidifying the stucco.
It's best to avoid excessive moisture exposure during the curing period, as it can impede the curing process. The exact curing time can vary based on factors such as temperature, humidity, and the specific stucco mixture used.
The Stony Point, NC homeowners’ guide to stucco services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Discover the cost to stucco a house in 2025, including average prices, key factors, and tips to help you budget and plan your stucco project with confidence.
Traditional stucco and synthetic stucco are two excellent options for your home. Both materials can last 50 years or more, and can provide excellent protection for your home against the elements.
