I met Hein and his friend Scott at Ace Hardward in November, 2013. I had just been diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver and was very sick during this time. I was looking for someone to do some work on my house and Hein told me he would do the work and that he charged twenty five dollars an hour. Hein gave me his phone number but told me he only texts and does not answer phone calls. I explained the work that needed to be done. First was a leak in the kitchen ceiling. The second thing was the ceiling itself needed to be repaired. The third thing was the door that was put on the addition to the kitchen would not close or lock. I also told Hein that the heating system was not heating the upstairs and was very low in the living room. Hein told me could do all the work I described. The first thing Hein did was check the roof over the addition (kitchen) and told me it had to be replaced. Hein replaced the roof and I paid him 3,400 dollars. It rained within a week of the new roof being replaced and the ceiling leaked very badly. Hein came back, cut a hole in the kitchen ceiling to see where the water was coming in and told me to text him next time it rained so he could see where the water was coming from. I texted him and he never came. It rained quite a bit that fall and winter and Hein finally showed up several weeks later when it was not raining, so the roof issue never got resolved. He checked the roof and could not find where the water was coming in from. He then had his friend Scott come over and repair the ceiling. This cost me 200 dollars. Next tine it rained, the ceiling was coming down - the plaster etc, was everywhere. I texted Hein and he came again, but it was not raining and he could not find the leak. This went on for several months with Hein not coming during the rain but afterward when it was not possible to see where the problem was. From there, Hein said he could fix the heating system but it was an expensive job. He and Scott came over and bled the radiators.. Hein even gave me a set of keys to bleed them myself. I paid Hein 500 dollars cash for this as he was supposed to come back the next day. When i finally got a hold of Hein, he came and checked the heating system in the basement and said i?d do better with circulators instead of zone valves but it was an expensive job - 800 dollars. I told him it would have to wait because I didn't have the money then. Hein agreed to work on other smaller projects. He took out a cabinet drawer that was broken, brought it home and returned it, fixed. I don?t remember how much he charged me for that. Then he noticed the kitchen door and asked me why it didn?t close and said i was losing lots of heat through the crack where the door did not meet the frame as it was supposed too. Hein said he would send Scott to replace the door. Scott showed up and fixed he door, but he didn?t replace it as agreed upon as part of our agreement. The door still does not close all the way, and there is still a space that lets air in. The next project when Hein finally showed up again was the sliding glass door that had a lock that didn?t lock. Hein took the lock out telling me he would fix it and bring it back and put it back in. He never gave me the lock back and when I questioned him on it he went to his truck and gave me a gadget that was not a lock and didn?t fit the door at all. I don?t know what the gadget was that he gave me. I had to have someone come and look at the door and lock and was told that the doors were old and no longer made and there was no way to get a new lock without replacing the door. We ended up removing the second sliding glass door and putting it in place of where the door without the lock was so I could lock the door. I still can?t lock the door as the second door was not a door with a lock on it, it just looks like it is locked. I have photos. I feel it is Hein?s responsibility to replace the sliding glass door since he lost the lock and i can not lock my door. Then my husband came up and i introduced him to Hein and they discussed the work Hein would do, and the cost. Hein asked me if I would be willing to trade a double antique porcelain/cast iron sink and my husband?s Italian racing bike as payment for the kitchen door, the kitchen window, and the heating circulators. I agreed but i looked up the value of the sink and found it on eBay for 1,600.00. I decided not to do the exchange but to try and sell the sink myself. I could not reach Hein at all during this time. I texted him for months with no reply from Hein. I went to the doctors one afternoon around noon and when I came home the sink was gone, along with the copper pipes which was never part of our agreement. He also took the Italian racing bike, which my husband paid 2,500 dollars for. Hein came over and told me the sink was a piece of s*** and he threw it in the landfill. He said i owed him more money so I gave him an additional two hundred dollars. I asked him where the utility sink was that he promised me in exchange for the antique sink and he told me it was long gone. When i reminded him he promised to replace the sink he took he said, ?sorry, the sink I had is gone. ?So that never got done either. Hein came into my house when i was not home and removed my property. I was so shocked at this that i texted him and told him he had no right to remove anything from my house without me being there. But he never finished the work and never came back. I texted him for two years asking him when he was going to come and finish the work he took the bike, the sink, and the cash for, but he never answered. I ran into Chief McFadden and explained the situation to him. the Chief told me he would arrest Hein for breaking and entering but I refused when the chief told me Hein would have a police record. A year later when Hein continued to ignore my texts I went to see the Chief and he told me it was too late to press breaking and entering charges and to go to small claims instead. He then told me Hein was working right across the street and why not go over and talk it out with him and resolve this. I went over and called Hein and he ignored me and ignored me. Then he finally said ?I am not finishing any work for you, I will never step foot in your house again, take me to court. If the court decided i pay you than i pay you.? When i asked why and what was going on, Hein said i tried to have him arrested. I told him i did not and when he insisted I brought Chief McFadden over to Hein and the Chief told Hein I never pressed any charges against him. Hein did not believe either of us. I swear this is true to the best of my knowledge and my understanding."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/canajoharie/new-amsterdam-contracting-reviews-9132270.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Havenhouse Upholstery","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Susan S."},"reviewBody":"I rated the cost as N/A because we did not shop around; I chose this vendor because he was highly rated on Angie's List, but do not know how his bid and final costs compare to others. We had 6 wooden dining room chairs which were my grandmother's (so at least 60 years old, as she died at 90ish); wooden backs, seats worn through and what appeared to be kapok stuffing falling out here and there. Not particularly good quality chairs I don't think, but of sentimental value to me. We also had another, nonmatching wooden chair which I wanted reupholstered in a matching fabric. All had dings and scratches and occasional loose joints, and we had put sticky felt on the bottoms of the legs to avoid scratching our dining room floor. I telephoned to ask if he could do the job, phone was answered promptly and pleasantly by Mr. Hayden himself, appt made for us to bring chairs to him the following day (a Saturday in early June 2013). I did not have upholstery cloth picked out, he said fine to get it elsewhere (he could tell us how much needed after seeing chairs) or he had some we could look at. Address he wanted chairs brought to was different from that listed as Havenhouse Upholstery on Google (it appears on Google as Havenhouse all one word); appeared to be his home when we got there. He had a furniture-filled workshop in his back garage which is where we dropped off the chairs; he had about a dozen different rolls of upholstery cloth of different patterns/fabrics in the back of his minivan and we chose one we liked from that selection (I am perfectly happy with what we chose, but do not consider myself a picky shopper in matters of style -- durability and stain resistance more important as we have kids, and he recommended some of what he brought as more durable than other fabrics, we chose from those). Estimate was $575 for reseating/upholstery/stain guarding and $200 for repairs to chairs (he said refinishing was not recommended for chairs like these, and that was not our focus anyway), paid by check $250 deposit. He said it would take several weeks. Late June I called to check and let him know we would be unreachable for a week, he said he was almost done. As arranged he called me after we returned to arrange pickup, appt made for next day. He stated repairs had been more extensive than estimated and would be an extra $75 (I made no quibbles). Place to pick up was another different address. I had to call to confirm address twice (trouble entering into GPS) but each time Mr. Hayden answered right away himself and was immediately helpful. and quot;Haven House Upholsteryand quot; or similar not seen on signage of building at that address when I arrived so I phoned; he drove to where I was (took 1 minute) and led me back to a storage unit containing a workspace and lots of furniture including our chairs. He helped me load up and I paid remainder by check to him personally, receiving receipt with both Haven House Upholstery and his name at the top which lays out work done nicely but does not include tax line (I have to assume sales tax was included in the price). Quality of the work: seats look great, very comfortable to sit on with good firm/soft balance for both me (short and fat) and husband (tall and thin), fabric fits tightly and is beautifully folded over corners and evenly trimmed underneath, a lot better than the original seats even before they wore through. The fabric we chose had a herringbone pattern which would show minor faults in alignment easily and this was perfectly aligned on each chair. Wood had greatly diminished ding/scratch appearance, still present (as expected) but have to look a lot harder to find them. Joints very stable now, no leaked glue visible (if he used glue; I didn't ask how he made repairs). Unasked, he had replaced the sticky felt pads under each chairleg with the same color and thickness we had used. Overall, I am very pleased with the work quality. Timing and what would and could not be done was all accurately explained in words I could understand. Cost was a bit more than original estimate but I believe the chairs deserved this as he hadn't tested the joints a lot before making his estimate, and this is not a visible problem. I had expected more of a storefront experience given the name and quot;Havenhouse Upholsteryand quot; but reaching and dealing with Mr. Hayden was easy at all times. My only concern is the lack of evidence of having paid sales tax on the receipt, which I did not notice until I got home. I would use him again if needed; he seems to be a real craftsman who cares about quality and that is well worth putting up with a slightly less-than-slick business demeanor. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/sshenectady/havenhouse-upholstery-reviews-6200939.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"D.W. Body Shop","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Rose W."},"reviewBody":"my daughter hit a bear on the highway at night. the collision sprung the front end. we delivered the car to the shop ourselves, since it was drivable. he gave me an estimate by phone and commenced work immediately. although the car is 10 years old, he was able to get 2nd hand parts as good as new but at half the cost because he personally drove to the recycling facility. the car was repaired within a week."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/esperance/dw-body-shop-reviews-2319985.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Ackermans Appliance","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Larry R."},"reviewBody":"Someone from Ackerman's came and picked up the units to take into their shop on 2/6/2009. Once in their shop, we assumed that they would inspect and access the necessary work to repair the appliances. They just started working on them without providing any time or cost estimate or even to tell us what was wrong. After about a week, I was told that the 2-drawer refrigerator was repaired but they were still working on the ice maker. I had asked if they could at least deliver the refrigerator and was told that they can not (or would not) deliver them separately. As months went on, I would call with regular frequency to find out the status only to be told that someone would call me back later. Of the two dozen times I called over the almost 6 months they had the appliances, only 2 phone calls were ever returned. Eventually, I called one Friday at 4:30 p.m. and got an answering machine telling me that they were closed and their hours were Monday through Friday, 8-5. I left a scathing message saying that I was fed up with the lack of returned phone calls and information and insisted that someone call me back the following Monday. As expected, Monday came and went without a phone call. Finally on Tuesday, someone called me to tell me that they appliances were fixed and ready to be installed and that someone would call me Wednesday or Thursday to set up a time to install them as well as give me a cost. As expected, no phone call was ever received. We didn't know when they were going to arrive on Friday as they never called to let us know and after re-installing all the appliances, demanded to be paid on the spot for an amount we had no idea what was going to be. Luckily we had the money to do so, but if you don't happen to have a spare couple thousand dollars in your account when they show up, you might be in trouble. Absolutely horrible experience and torture to deal with."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/hudson/ackermans-appliance-reviews-2192563.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"John's Hardwood Floors","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"JERRY T."},"reviewBody":"John called me before I got off the computer. I explained that I had a small repair to be done when I e-mailed you people I said that in my e-mail but that wasn't sent to john. He explained to me he only got my tel. #. He ref'erd me to a gentleman that could take care of my small job. I like john and would use him on a later date. He's honest and upfront a trait that's missing from a lot of contractors these days."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/pa/hawley/johns-hardwood-floors-reviews-1.htm"},"position":10}]}
Countertop Repair reviews from real Angi homeowners in Canajoharie, NY
I rated the cost as N/A because we did not shop around; I chose this vendor because he was highly rated on Angie's List, but do not know how his bid and final costs compare to others. We had 6 wooden dining room chairs which were my grandmother's (so at least 60 years old, as she died at...
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Here at central builders LLC, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"He was knowledgeable honest and professional he explained what he as doing and his prices wad fir"
Garu D on July 2024
Here at central builders LLC, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"He was knowledgeable honest and professional he explained what he as doing and his prices wad fir"
Vista home improvement has been serving the communities of Upstate NY and New England for over 17 years! With experienced staff , we are proud of our reputation for honesty, fairness, and hard work. This shows through our awards and achievements such as: Multiple category recipient of Angie's List Super Service Award, Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofer, and numerous others. We also gratefully support numerous children's, veteran's, and special needs organizations in the communities we serve! Call us anytime for a free estimate on roof replacement, replacement windows, siding, gutters, decks, bathroom remodels, additions and more. No high pressure just meeting to discuss your needs and provide you with solutions! Sincerely, Brian Rudd Owner
"The carpenter is great."
Barry K on August 2019
Vista home improvement has been serving the communities of Upstate NY and New England for over 17 years! With experienced staff , we are proud of our reputation for honesty, fairness, and hard work. This shows through our awards and achievements such as: Multiple category recipient of Angie's List Super Service Award, Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofer, and numerous others. We also gratefully support numerous children's, veteran's, and special needs organizations in the communities we serve! Call us anytime for a free estimate on roof replacement, replacement windows, siding, gutters, decks, bathroom remodels, additions and more. No high pressure just meeting to discuss your needs and provide you with solutions! Sincerely, Brian Rudd Owner
Cookinham Construction is owner operated out of the Deerfield, NY area. I can take on any job your home needs except for roofing. I take pride in all of my work and I guarantee customer satisfaction. I started working with my grandfather at a young age. Working is my life and I want nothing more that my business to be successful. Please call us or click for an estimate today!
"Cody is the best. He is very knowledgeable and thorough. Great work job well done. I’m keeping him on speed dial. 5??????????"
Thalia W on January 2022
Cookinham Construction is owner operated out of the Deerfield, NY area. I can take on any job your home needs except for roofing. I take pride in all of my work and I guarantee customer satisfaction. I started working with my grandfather at a young age. Working is my life and I want nothing more that my business to be successful. Please call us or click for an estimate today!
"Cody is the best. He is very knowledgeable and thorough. Great work job well done. I’m keeping him on speed dial. 5??????????"
When you choose The Climate Chief, you have access to a number of homeowner services that can help you stay comfortable and save you money. We promise to provide you with the exceptional products and services you deserve, because we care about the comfort and safety of our customers. To find out how we can help you improve your home and its comfort level, as well as how we can help you save money on your energy bills, contact The Climate Chief today at (518) 459-4443. Proudly serving Upstate New York homeowners Since 1986!
"I’m a very satisfied customer."
Jack R on October 2023
When you choose The Climate Chief, you have access to a number of homeowner services that can help you stay comfortable and save you money. We promise to provide you with the exceptional products and services you deserve, because we care about the comfort and safety of our customers. To find out how we can help you improve your home and its comfort level, as well as how we can help you save money on your energy bills, contact The Climate Chief today at (518) 459-4443. Proudly serving Upstate New York homeowners Since 1986!
We provide specialist services for a wide range of budgets and scopes, including kitchens, bathrooms, decks and other custom features. With decades of experience in home renovation and repair, we're ready to bring top line solutions to meet your needs with care and efficiency. We work with clients to design fit-to-purpose projects and add value through workmanship and effective product selection.
"Matt installed a new front door on my house and new flooring throughout my living areas. I have been contacted by neighbors asking who did my front door, and have received several compliments on the flooring. I know it was a difficult pattern to work with, but you cannot find a single flaw - the installation was perfect and I could not be happier! I will be using Finish Works for all my renovation and repair needs in the future and am already on the schedule for my bathroom. Matt even rescued me when I tried to replace a thermostat with a programmable one and got stuck. Recommend 100%!!"
Barbara B on May 2025
We provide specialist services for a wide range of budgets and scopes, including kitchens, bathrooms, decks and other custom features. With decades of experience in home renovation and repair, we're ready to bring top line solutions to meet your needs with care and efficiency. We work with clients to design fit-to-purpose projects and add value through workmanship and effective product selection.
"Matt installed a new front door on my house and new flooring throughout my living areas. I have been contacted by neighbors asking who did my front door, and have received several compliments on the flooring. I know it was a difficult pattern to work with, but you cannot find a single flaw - the installation was perfect and I could not be happier! I will be using Finish Works for all my renovation and repair needs in the future and am already on the schedule for my bathroom. Matt even rescued me when I tried to replace a thermostat with a programmable one and got stuck. Recommend 100%!!"
Biggie n Smalls Trade Jobs is owned and operated by two people. We do anything from remodeling your kitchen to putting up smoke alarms. There's no job to big or small so give us a shout to get qualified ,quality, fair priced work done anywhere around the home.
Biggie n Smalls Trade Jobs is owned and operated by two people. We do anything from remodeling your kitchen to putting up smoke alarms. There's no job to big or small so give us a shout to get qualified ,quality, fair priced work done anywhere around the home.
I do a little bit of everything from house cleaning to party planning. I also will get a home ready for an open house to help you sell it.
I do a little bit of everything from house cleaning to party planning. I also will get a home ready for an open house to help you sell it.
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FAQs for countertop repair projects in Canajoharie, NY
The average cost to hire a handyman ranges from about $40 to $140 per hour. Average project cost ranges between $180 and $700, but the cost per hour and per project depends heavily on the type, size, and complexity of the project. The pro’s experience level and your location also factor into how much a handyman charges per hour or per project. You can also expect to pay higher rates or additional fees for emergency services, or around periods of high customer demand, like holidays.
There are several countertop options available to fit your lifestyle and needs.
Granite countertops are durable and come in a variety of colors.
Soapstone countertops are prone to scratches and best in smaller kitchens.
Marble countertops are less durable than granite but a good option for busy kitchens.
Slate countertops are stain-resistant, making them easy to clean.
Limestone countertops must be sealed often to prevent scratches.
Acrylic countertops cost less than granite while still providing durability.
Laminate countertops are the most affordable but chip and fade faster.
Wood countertops need monthly sealing to maintain.
The cost to install countertops is $3,105 on average. This project cost can range from $400 to $8,500, depending on the material, edging, and countertop size.
Laminate countertops are generally the most cost-efficient, ranging from $8 to $27 per square foot. On the other hand, slate countertops are considered more luxurious and range from $30 to $90 per square foot. There are also countertop materials priced between those two, including stainless steel, granite, Corian, and wood.
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Yes, you should hire a handyman who’s licensed, certified, and insured, if possible. States have different requirements for handyman licensing, registration, and certifications. If licensing is required in your area, you may pay more for a licensed handyman with experience than one who is not licensed or certified, but you’re likely to get a better end result for your project. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local handymen guidelines.
The Canajoharie, NY homeowners’ guide to countertop repair services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Countertop repair costs may be the deciding factor between replacing or repairing your counter. Let’s break down the cost to repair, resurface, or relaminate.
It's important to get the dimensions right if you're installing new kitchen countertops. Read on to find out more about the standard depth of countertops.