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John Hawkins Construction

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John Hawkins Construction

4.92(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a full service company specializing in hands on service. We do everything from plans to final inspections; from new construction to remodeling. As we build & remodel, we document our work as it progresses by videos & digital photography.

"I was very pleased with the end product and thoroughly enjoyed working with John. John converted a bathroom into a laundry/work room that I wanted to be both useful and functional, but also attractive. The project was slightly more complicated than it may sound, because I wanted the plumbing connections maintained but hidden in the event that a future owner wants an additional bathroom again. In the middle of the project, the Santa Fe monsoon season began and we discovered a fairly significant roof leak. John dropped everything, examined the leak, obtained the parts for what turned out to be an incorrectly installed skylight, and fixed it. He also identified and advised on some other items that needed attention in our newly purchased home. Even with the extra work, John came in slightly under budget."

Pamela D on September 2018

We are a full service company specializing in hands on service. We do everything from plans to final inspections; from new construction to remodeling. As we build & remodel, we document our work as it progresses by videos & digital photography.

"I was very pleased with the end product and thoroughly enjoyed working with John. John converted a bathroom into a laundry/work room that I wanted to be both useful and functional, but also attractive. The project was slightly more complicated than it may sound, because I wanted the plumbing connections maintained but hidden in the event that a future owner wants an additional bathroom again. In the middle of the project, the Santa Fe monsoon season began and we discovered a fairly significant roof leak. John dropped everything, examined the leak, obtained the parts for what turned out to be an incorrectly installed skylight, and fixed it. He also identified and advised on some other items that needed attention in our newly purchased home. Even with the extra work, John came in slightly under budget."

Pamela D on September 2018

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DEKON Environmental Services

4.80(
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DEKON Environmental Services

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in asbestos and mold removal and testing. We have multiple Certified Professionals to handle your needs. We are an experienced environmental contractor with 15 years' experience in the Four Corners Area handling mold and asbestos issues. Our customer service is always hard to beat.

"The technician was just a pleasure to work with! He explained everything he was doing and why. This went a long in alleviating our concerns with the mold problem. I would definitely recommend this company to others with similar issues."

sal c on December 2024

We specialize in asbestos and mold removal and testing. We have multiple Certified Professionals to handle your needs. We are an experienced environmental contractor with 15 years' experience in the Four Corners Area handling mold and asbestos issues. Our customer service is always hard to beat.

"The technician was just a pleasure to work with! He explained everything he was doing and why. This went a long in alleviating our concerns with the mold problem. I would definitely recommend this company to others with similar issues."

sal c on December 2024

Anytime Plumbing Sewer & Drain LLC

4.05(
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Anytime Plumbing Sewer & Drain LLC

4.05(
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Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience

We are a complete plumbing sewer drain heating and AC service and install company we are 24/7 company. We are also locally owned & operated. Additional email [email protected].

"This is the second time I've used Anytime, with complete satisfaction. They worked fast, professionally, and cleaned up after themselves. I would definitely recommend them."

John L on April 2022

We are a complete plumbing sewer drain heating and AC service and install company we are 24/7 company. We are also locally owned & operated. Additional email [email protected].

"This is the second time I've used Anytime, with complete satisfaction. They worked fast, professionally, and cleaned up after themselves. I would definitely recommend them."

John L on April 2022

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FREEMANS FINEST CONSTRUCTION

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FREEMANS FINEST CONSTRUCTION

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

When Quality Is A Must, Put Your Trust In Us! We are General Contractors and have been in the Industry over 30 years! There is no job too big or too small! If you can dream it we can built it! We do absolutely everything in the construction industry! We are known for our quality workmanship at an affordable price! We are family run and have always held ourselves to a higher standard of construction, customer service and overall experience! Proud member of the BBB with an A+ rating!

"The owner, Earl Freeman, was an absolute godsend. Earl (who was referred to us by a neighbor after we put out a distress call) truly saved the day after an Albuquerque spray foam roofer did a terrible job with a new roof install and refused to fix it (even after 6 months of complaints filed with the City of Albuquerque, the NM Construction Industries Division, the NM Attorney General, and the Better Business Bureau). With the utmost professionalism and general contractor know-how, Earl got our roof fixed and our home repaired...all on the bad roofer's nickel. How Earl worked that magic, we'll never know. All we DO know is that we will NEVER hire for a medium to large residential job, again, without tapping Earl Freeman, first. This guy is connected and knows how to do the job right! And, he will save you time and heartache from the outset. We are forever grateful to this man."

Kelly H on July 2019

When Quality Is A Must, Put Your Trust In Us! We are General Contractors and have been in the Industry over 30 years! There is no job too big or too small! If you can dream it we can built it! We do absolutely everything in the construction industry! We are known for our quality workmanship at an affordable price! We are family run and have always held ourselves to a higher standard of construction, customer service and overall experience! Proud member of the BBB with an A+ rating!

"The owner, Earl Freeman, was an absolute godsend. Earl (who was referred to us by a neighbor after we put out a distress call) truly saved the day after an Albuquerque spray foam roofer did a terrible job with a new roof install and refused to fix it (even after 6 months of complaints filed with the City of Albuquerque, the NM Construction Industries Division, the NM Attorney General, and the Better Business Bureau). With the utmost professionalism and general contractor know-how, Earl got our roof fixed and our home repaired...all on the bad roofer's nickel. How Earl worked that magic, we'll never know. All we DO know is that we will NEVER hire for a medium to large residential job, again, without tapping Earl Freeman, first. This guy is connected and knows how to do the job right! And, he will save you time and heartache from the outset. We are forever grateful to this man."

Kelly H on July 2019

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Advance Concept Construction

3.88(
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Advance Concept Construction

3.88(
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26 years of experience

Advance Concept Group is your one stop shop for contractor services. We will get your project done on time and on budget. We have designers, engineers, and craftsmen and we are self-performing – no subcontractors and no hassles. We pass the savings on to you. We do projects of all sizes, from changing light bulbs and fixing cabinet drawers to complete building demolition and new construction! We are licensed in construction, plumbing, mechanical and electrical – we do it all. And we are bonded and insured and offer a warranty on most services provided. And we always provide a free estimate. Call us first, and it will be your last phone call! For just some of our services or all, we come to you. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Call us for a free estimate! 877-425-1254 or (505) 715-5481

Advance Concept Group is your one stop shop for contractor services. We will get your project done on time and on budget. We have designers, engineers, and craftsmen and we are self-performing – no subcontractors and no hassles. We pass the savings on to you. We do projects of all sizes, from changing light bulbs and fixing cabinet drawers to complete building demolition and new construction! We are licensed in construction, plumbing, mechanical and electrical – we do it all. And we are bonded and insured and offer a warranty on most services provided. And we always provide a free estimate. Call us first, and it will be your last phone call! For just some of our services or all, we come to you. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Call us for a free estimate! 877-425-1254 or (505) 715-5481

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Cedar Southwest Construction

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Cedar Southwest Construction

4.25(
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Customers say: True professional
49 years of experience

Cedar Southwest Construction excels in building custom designed projects tailored to the unique tastes of our clients. Over 30 years of building experience in the Santa Fe area has given us a broad range of knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the construction process, which we are able to incorporate into each new project. This gives character to our work, whether the design is the essence of Santa Fe style or has a more contemporary flare. Our entire building team is part of this process; from the office staff and field personel to our subcontractors, so the project runs smoothly, quality is assured and changes are made with relative ease.

Cedar Southwest Construction excels in building custom designed projects tailored to the unique tastes of our clients. Over 30 years of building experience in the Santa Fe area has given us a broad range of knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the construction process, which we are able to incorporate into each new project. This gives character to our work, whether the design is the essence of Santa Fe style or has a more contemporary flare. Our entire building team is part of this process; from the office staff and field personel to our subcontractors, so the project runs smoothly, quality is assured and changes are made with relative ease.

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Cartwright's Plumbing Heating

3.28(
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Cartwright's Plumbing Heating

3.28(
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Customers say: Super punctual
86 years of experience

Cartwright's Plumbing, Heating & Cooling has been providing New Mexico residents and businesses with expert plumbing, heating and cooling services since 1939. We want to be your go-to plumbing, heating and cooling service provider. We are a group of well trained certified, highly-trained plumbers and HVAC technicians in and around Northern New Mexico.

"I cannot say enough positive things about this excellent company. I woke up today and my furnace was not working! No one in town could manage to come and help me on an emergency basis--they all said they could come in December--December! Can you imagine? I'd be frozen to death by then. BUT CARTWRIGHT'S WERE SO CONCERNED, AND CAME OVER VERY QUICKLY!! Jorge and Elmer arrived and the furnace problem was fixed rapidly. They were so professional and pleasant to have in my home, so I will definitely use this company again for all heating and cooling needs."

karen p on November 2024

Cartwright's Plumbing, Heating & Cooling has been providing New Mexico residents and businesses with expert plumbing, heating and cooling services since 1939. We want to be your go-to plumbing, heating and cooling service provider. We are a group of well trained certified, highly-trained plumbers and HVAC technicians in and around Northern New Mexico.

"I cannot say enough positive things about this excellent company. I woke up today and my furnace was not working! No one in town could manage to come and help me on an emergency basis--they all said they could come in December--December! Can you imagine? I'd be frozen to death by then. BUT CARTWRIGHT'S WERE SO CONCERNED, AND CAME OVER VERY QUICKLY!! Jorge and Elmer arrived and the furnace problem was fixed rapidly. They were so professional and pleasant to have in my home, so I will definitely use this company again for all heating and cooling needs."

karen p on November 2024

Chase's Extreme Builders Inc

5.00(
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Chase's Extreme Builders Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential Building Contractor with a team of experts to perform all segments of residential home building. Building from the ground up from additions to remodels. DBA Mountain Supply - home remodeling store & services.

Residential Building Contractor with a team of experts to perform all segments of residential home building. Building from the ground up from additions to remodels. DBA Mountain Supply - home remodeling store & services.

Timber Wolf Log & Tiny Homes

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Timber Wolf Log & Tiny Homes

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a wholesale to the public that offers special savings on model homes and dealer packages{ looking for dealers in your area} turn key to shells available

We are a wholesale to the public that offers special savings on model homes and dealer packages{ looking for dealers in your area} turn key to shells available

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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