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Last update on May 10, 2025
Charles Thomas Cocchiola Jr. started this company 15 years ago with the intentions of giving people a worry free home remodeling experience with exceptional attention to detail. 25 years of real field experience in many aspects of construction helps to keep jobs flowing from trade to trade. My knowledge with foundation work straight thru to painting helps foresee any upcoming problems and strives to guarantee each field's work is done to the highest standards.
"For years my wife and I scratched and saved every penny we could in order to redo our house into the home we always wanted. In the beginning of 2020, we decided it was time. We got a few estimates and then found Charles, who in the beginning seemed to be the contractor you always wanted. Attentive, decently price, had the answers, and showed pictures of quality work. In March we broken ground, and again, in the beginning of the project it was going great. Framing and siding was great. Work was being done, Charles was on scene, and in touch every day. ****, we even had a few happy hours at the end of the workday. Then things began to fall apart. Charles for whatever reason, started to become overwhelmed. His attitude, more specifically with my wife, began to become nasty. The work not only slowed but became sloppy and filled with short cuts. Charles went from the contractor with all the answers, to the man with every excuse possible. The excuses piled up and the work came to a standstill. But Charles still wanted his money, even when projects were not completed. But like I said, we had a good relationship, so we paid him for the tile work, even though the kitchen was not tiled yet, and we paid when he asked for the molding payment, even though all the molding was not done. Unfortunately we trusted Charles, and his promise that it would get done with in the week. As our 3–4 month project enter its 6th month with no real energy from Charles to complete his work, he again started to ask for more money. I finally said no. No more money until things that were paid for are finished or fixed (and there were a lot). A reasonable request. This is when the real Charles came out. The arrogance and refusal to acknowledge that what was going on was his fault. Charles refused to come to complete my house, and in December sent a text message to my wife asking to be released from his contract. He has never returned He left my house a danger zone for three young kids. There were electric issues that if left alone would have caused a fire, plumbing issues that could have flooded my house, a crumbling foundation and at least 30,000 dollars worth of unfinished work or work that needed to be redone. Message me privately and I will gladly show pictures and more to the story. What I have realized, is the things my wife and I loved in beginning of our project were done by people other than Charles. A framing company framed our house. Siding was done by siding company. Charles only does molding when his uncle is working. His cousin paints (terribly). I can go on and on but will end with this truth; eventually you figure out that Charles is a bundle of nerves and cannot complete work without other people's confidence. So consumer beware, if you're looking for a big project do not look here for a contractor."
Joseph C on October 2021
Charles Thomas Cocchiola Jr. started this company 15 years ago with the intentions of giving people a worry free home remodeling experience with exceptional attention to detail. 25 years of real field experience in many aspects of construction helps to keep jobs flowing from trade to trade. My knowledge with foundation work straight thru to painting helps foresee any upcoming problems and strives to guarantee each field's work is done to the highest standards.
"For years my wife and I scratched and saved every penny we could in order to redo our house into the home we always wanted. In the beginning of 2020, we decided it was time. We got a few estimates and then found Charles, who in the beginning seemed to be the contractor you always wanted. Attentive, decently price, had the answers, and showed pictures of quality work. In March we broken ground, and again, in the beginning of the project it was going great. Framing and siding was great. Work was being done, Charles was on scene, and in touch every day. ****, we even had a few happy hours at the end of the workday. Then things began to fall apart. Charles for whatever reason, started to become overwhelmed. His attitude, more specifically with my wife, began to become nasty. The work not only slowed but became sloppy and filled with short cuts. Charles went from the contractor with all the answers, to the man with every excuse possible. The excuses piled up and the work came to a standstill. But Charles still wanted his money, even when projects were not completed. But like I said, we had a good relationship, so we paid him for the tile work, even though the kitchen was not tiled yet, and we paid when he asked for the molding payment, even though all the molding was not done. Unfortunately we trusted Charles, and his promise that it would get done with in the week. As our 3–4 month project enter its 6th month with no real energy from Charles to complete his work, he again started to ask for more money. I finally said no. No more money until things that were paid for are finished or fixed (and there were a lot). A reasonable request. This is when the real Charles came out. The arrogance and refusal to acknowledge that what was going on was his fault. Charles refused to come to complete my house, and in December sent a text message to my wife asking to be released from his contract. He has never returned He left my house a danger zone for three young kids. There were electric issues that if left alone would have caused a fire, plumbing issues that could have flooded my house, a crumbling foundation and at least 30,000 dollars worth of unfinished work or work that needed to be redone. Message me privately and I will gladly show pictures and more to the story. What I have realized, is the things my wife and I loved in beginning of our project were done by people other than Charles. A framing company framed our house. Siding was done by siding company. Charles only does molding when his uncle is working. His cousin paints (terribly). I can go on and on but will end with this truth; eventually you figure out that Charles is a bundle of nerves and cannot complete work without other people's confidence. So consumer beware, if you're looking for a big project do not look here for a contractor."
Joseph C on October 2021
No job too big or too small, we do it all! Skip the rest and come right to the best! If you can dream it, we can build it, reconstruct, and repair it.
No job too big or too small, we do it all! Skip the rest and come right to the best! If you can dream it, we can build it, reconstruct, and repair it.
Protect your family from insects without obstructing your view. Tasteful, Elegant & Effective. Protect your family from insects without obstructing your view. * Tasteful Elegant & Effective * Standard & Retractable Screens for All Applications * Co-Op and Condo Buildings Are Our Specialty * Fast, Accurate, Timely Delivery Don't let mosquitoes & flying insects become unwanted house guests. Call "The Screen Lady" for both standard and retractable screens for: * Windows * Terrace Doors * Terrace Enclosures * Patios * French Doors * Entry Doors * Skylights * Sunrooms Have an odd shape or size? No problem. A-Screens can custom make screens to fit any size or shape even round, hexagonal and arched screens. A-Screens are attractively designed with a choice of several colors to enhance the look and value of your home. All components are very durable and will withstand years of abuse from Mother Nature or typical daily use. Quality construction, custom made to fit any doorway. With the design and engineering team involved in the production of our screens, you can feel very confident that you are purchasing the best. Want to protect your family from flying insects without obstructing your view? A-Screens retractable screens are the ultimate screening solution; there when you need it, out of your way when you don't. Our high quality, retractable.
"Terrible, I paid $8,000 for a motorized awning. I ordered the awning before last summer started. It was delivered in July and not installed until late September (sat on my lawn), so we were not able to use the awning last summer. I accepted this as a result of COVID. I went to use the awning for the first time this year a few weeks ago and it jammed and would not open. I called and was told to send a video which I did on April 20th. My repeated calls and texts have gone unanswered. I will now have to pay another contractor to repair the awning. Very disappointing experience."
Lawrence and Phyllis W on May 2021
Protect your family from insects without obstructing your view. Tasteful, Elegant & Effective. Protect your family from insects without obstructing your view. * Tasteful Elegant & Effective * Standard & Retractable Screens for All Applications * Co-Op and Condo Buildings Are Our Specialty * Fast, Accurate, Timely Delivery Don't let mosquitoes & flying insects become unwanted house guests. Call "The Screen Lady" for both standard and retractable screens for: * Windows * Terrace Doors * Terrace Enclosures * Patios * French Doors * Entry Doors * Skylights * Sunrooms Have an odd shape or size? No problem. A-Screens can custom make screens to fit any size or shape even round, hexagonal and arched screens. A-Screens are attractively designed with a choice of several colors to enhance the look and value of your home. All components are very durable and will withstand years of abuse from Mother Nature or typical daily use. Quality construction, custom made to fit any doorway. With the design and engineering team involved in the production of our screens, you can feel very confident that you are purchasing the best. Want to protect your family from flying insects without obstructing your view? A-Screens retractable screens are the ultimate screening solution; there when you need it, out of your way when you don't. Our high quality, retractable.
"Terrible, I paid $8,000 for a motorized awning. I ordered the awning before last summer started. It was delivered in July and not installed until late September (sat on my lawn), so we were not able to use the awning last summer. I accepted this as a result of COVID. I went to use the awning for the first time this year a few weeks ago and it jammed and would not open. I called and was told to send a video which I did on April 20th. My repeated calls and texts have gone unanswered. I will now have to pay another contractor to repair the awning. Very disappointing experience."
Lawrence and Phyllis W on May 2021
"Nailing Your Expectations!" We are a family-owned and operated business and we are homeowners as well. We take pride in improving the quality of life of our clients by 1) proving quality craftsmanship and 2) including our clients from beginning to end to ensure complete satisfaction. Being able to have the trust of our clients and seeing their overjoyed faces once the project is completed. Recent project have included: 1) Converting a bank into a restaurant & bar (Poconos area) 2) Demolition and complete basement renovation (framing, insulation, sheetrocking, tiling, replacing garage door with a wall and windows) (South Orange, NJ) 3) Painting Schools (Brooklyn, NY) We do renovations and repairs of any kind. You may have heard the saying no job is too small or too big. We do whatever it takes to make our clients happy. From initiation to completion, we handle all of our projects with the same quality craftsmanship, professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment. From humble beginnings... Eight brothers would spend our summers learning from and working with our father. Construction is in our blood and it is our passion. Construction is limitless and it is our life! We take pride in knowing how to meticulously perform many trades and being completely immersed in a project. OSHA Certified, Certified Smith Pro
"Nailing Your Expectations!" We are a family-owned and operated business and we are homeowners as well. We take pride in improving the quality of life of our clients by 1) proving quality craftsmanship and 2) including our clients from beginning to end to ensure complete satisfaction. Being able to have the trust of our clients and seeing their overjoyed faces once the project is completed. Recent project have included: 1) Converting a bank into a restaurant & bar (Poconos area) 2) Demolition and complete basement renovation (framing, insulation, sheetrocking, tiling, replacing garage door with a wall and windows) (South Orange, NJ) 3) Painting Schools (Brooklyn, NY) We do renovations and repairs of any kind. You may have heard the saying no job is too small or too big. We do whatever it takes to make our clients happy. From initiation to completion, we handle all of our projects with the same quality craftsmanship, professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment. From humble beginnings... Eight brothers would spend our summers learning from and working with our father. Construction is in our blood and it is our passion. Construction is limitless and it is our life! We take pride in knowing how to meticulously perform many trades and being completely immersed in a project. OSHA Certified, Certified Smith Pro
No job is to big or too small for us. All work is provided by our company and you'll never have to deal with a middle man. R A Construction & Remodeling llc provide excellent services and fairness in all work .We promise to put a smile on your face.
No job is to big or too small for us. All work is provided by our company and you'll never have to deal with a middle man. R A Construction & Remodeling llc provide excellent services and fairness in all work .We promise to put a smile on your face.
We are a company owned by a latin family, and we are hard workers by nature. We have more than 15 years experience in all about construction and building. There is no job to small or too big that we cannot do.
"Terrible! Stay away from Erick Sosa! Seemed decent but did, awful, cheap sloppy work. It cost me money to fix all his lazy mistakes. Be smart and hire a reputable company, not this cheap, "pay me cash" laborer. I learned my lesson."
Peter E on November 2020
We are a company owned by a latin family, and we are hard workers by nature. We have more than 15 years experience in all about construction and building. There is no job to small or too big that we cannot do.
"Terrible! Stay away from Erick Sosa! Seemed decent but did, awful, cheap sloppy work. It cost me money to fix all his lazy mistakes. Be smart and hire a reputable company, not this cheap, "pay me cash" laborer. I learned my lesson."
Peter E on November 2020
All home improvement services
All home improvement services
We are a contractor with a broad portfolio of services focused on renovation, addition or expansion and remodeling of residential and commercial property services. We count on qualified staff and all tools to build your projects professionally and with high quality standards and satisfaction. Fully licensed and insured, our job is our best reference, all works are guaranted.
We are a contractor with a broad portfolio of services focused on renovation, addition or expansion and remodeling of residential and commercial property services. We count on qualified staff and all tools to build your projects professionally and with high quality standards and satisfaction. Fully licensed and insured, our job is our best reference, all works are guaranted.
I have 10 years of experience working with private homeowners , contractors and architects all over New York City
I have 10 years of experience working with private homeowners , contractors and architects all over New York City
While the terms deck and porch are often used interchangeably, they are two distinct home features. Porches offer a roof that protects from the elements when coming and going from the house. Generally, porches are on the front of your home. On the other hand, decks are generally built in the backyard of a home and offer no roof or protection from the elements, like rain or snow. Porches typically require less maintenance and upkeep thanks to the roof, but both features require regular cleaning and repairs to maintain good condition.
The cost to build a deck is $8,025 on average. However, this cost can range anywhere from $1,500 to $22,000, depending on multiple factors, such as size, materials, and deck type. You can expect to pay $30 to $60 per square foot when building a new deck.
Cedar decks are often the most cost-effective option, ranging from $4 to $9 per square foot for materials. However, pressure-treated decking, which is resistant to rot, is more expensive, ranging from $15 to $25 per square foot for materials.
Yes, adding either a porch or deck (or both!) to your home can add value. Both of these features add character and curb appeal to your home, but even more importantly, they add an element of convenience. Plus, these home features create additional square footage of living space to your home. Adding a porch onto your home can give you a return on investment (ROI) of up to 84%, while adding a deck can provide an ROI of up to 80%.
Several types of porches are available to meet your needs and style preferences. Some common porch types include:
Porticos are essentially a roof over a walkway leading to the home's front entrance.
Sunrooms are closed-in porches that are an extension of the house with glass or plastic panels that allow optimal sunlight.
Wraparound porches extend around the entire home, or at least the front and one side, and offer multiple entrances to the house.
Back porches are an extension of the home’s floor into the outdoors. These offer more protection and privacy than a deck.
As with patios, there are many types of deck choices to choose from to add personalization to your home. Some common deck options include:
Attached decks are anchored to the home and include simple ground-level options or multi-level structures with stairways and separate landings.
Detached island decks are not attached to the home; they’re a freestanding structure in the yard.
Wraparound decks connect the back of the house with at least one other side and often are built with railings for safety.
Multi-level decks connect your deck through varying levels of elevation, featuring landings that are attached to stairs.