Quality, service, and personal attention to detail set us apart from other contractors. At Mike Redding General Contracting, we offer handyman services. We deliver a wide range of services, for any project you can throw at us. There are very few contractors in the Albany area, that offer the quality that we do. Feel free to contact us, with any questions you may have.
"On time, professional, courteous, good work. Reasonably priced."
Susan G on June 2023
Quality, service, and personal attention to detail set us apart from other contractors. At Mike Redding General Contracting, we offer handyman services. We deliver a wide range of services, for any project you can throw at us. There are very few contractors in the Albany area, that offer the quality that we do. Feel free to contact us, with any questions you may have.
"On time, professional, courteous, good work. Reasonably priced."
Born and Raised in the Hudson Valley, family owned and operated. Preferred Painting & Carpentry lives up to its name, we service painting and Carpentry projects all over Dutchess, Columbia, Ulster Couny and more. Fully insured.
"Professional and courteous. Did a great job! Five Stars!"
Joseph C on August 2023
Born and Raised in the Hudson Valley, family owned and operated. Preferred Painting & Carpentry lives up to its name, we service painting and Carpentry projects all over Dutchess, Columbia, Ulster Couny and more. Fully insured.
"Professional and courteous. Did a great job! Five Stars!"
WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS
"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."
Bradley S on August 2024
WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS
"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."
We are a Home Exterior renovation company serving upstate New York and Western Mass. Accredited with a Master craftsman certification from Certainteed in both Siding and Roofing, we offer the highest quality craftsmanship and fine detail. Specializing in Roofing, Siding, Window installation and seamless rain gutters. We offer long term financing and 0% short term financing as well for qualified customers!
"Excellent team of installers worked professionally and proficiently. When the roof was complete the whole crew worked on clean-up and left the yard immaculate. On the sales side Brandon was responsive and had excellent communication through the whole process.
Santiago mer with us personally at completion to make sure we were happy with the results.
I highly recommend Herman Exterior Homes for your next roofing or siding project."
Ray G on July 2025
We are a Home Exterior renovation company serving upstate New York and Western Mass. Accredited with a Master craftsman certification from Certainteed in both Siding and Roofing, we offer the highest quality craftsmanship and fine detail. Specializing in Roofing, Siding, Window installation and seamless rain gutters. We offer long term financing and 0% short term financing as well for qualified customers!
"Excellent team of installers worked professionally and proficiently. When the roof was complete the whole crew worked on clean-up and left the yard immaculate. On the sales side Brandon was responsive and had excellent communication through the whole process.
Santiago mer with us personally at completion to make sure we were happy with the results.
I highly recommend Herman Exterior Homes for your next roofing or siding project."
W&M General Construction is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"Absolutely great!"
Shaleen M on June 2025
W&M General Construction is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We value honesty and integrity and treat your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Bob Thomas did an excellent job cleaning and clearing my shed roof that had three years of accumulated, thick moss. I highly recommend him"
Jeff C on October 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We value honesty and integrity and treat your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!
"Bob Thomas did an excellent job cleaning and clearing my shed roof that had three years of accumulated, thick moss. I highly recommend him"
Direct Call Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Quick response, first to come to assess job, best price of the four who were involved, finished job the same week."
Steven S on August 2025
Direct Call Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Quick response, first to come to assess job, best price of the four who were involved, finished job the same week."
We are a locally owned family business that strives on producing top quality work at affordable rate. No job too big or too small. We offer discounts such as military and senior citizen discounts. We participate in local charities and offer seasonal discounts to those that participate in said charities.
"The communication was terrible, a job that should have taken a week took 3 weeks some days no one showed up. The job wasn't completed because I got fed up with time and lack on consistency. The work was subpar and not done properly missing j channels- gaps in wrap install. Going to cost me more to fix/complete the work. I do not recommend."
Natasha M on July 2020
We are a locally owned family business that strives on producing top quality work at affordable rate. No job too big or too small. We offer discounts such as military and senior citizen discounts. We participate in local charities and offer seasonal discounts to those that participate in said charities.
"The communication was terrible, a job that should have taken a week took 3 weeks some days no one showed up. The job wasn't completed because I got fed up with time and lack on consistency. The work was subpar and not done properly missing j channels- gaps in wrap install. Going to cost me more to fix/complete the work. I do not recommend."
Top Quality employees are extremely hard workers an take pride in our work, we pay attention to detail. We have 20+ years of experience in the construction field. We specialize in masonry, roofing, hardscaping an all home repairs. We have a well rounded staff that is dedicated to the craft.
Top Quality employees are extremely hard workers an take pride in our work, we pay attention to detail. We have 20+ years of experience in the construction field. We specialize in masonry, roofing, hardscaping an all home repairs. We have a well rounded staff that is dedicated to the craft.
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Stucco questions, answered by experts
Yes, most services include sealing or finishing to protect the surface. Confirm with your provider.
Stucco is very challenging to DIY, so it’s always best to leave the work to professional stucco contractors. The same recommendation applies to painting a stucco house, which should be left in the reliable hands of a professional exterior painter.
Inexperienced DIYers can make several critical mistakes during stucco application, such as:
Failing to apply sufficiently thick layers for longevity and water resistance
Uneven application
Uneven texture across the exterior
Mixing the stucco improperly, leaving a weak structure
Failing to texture properly in between coats, leading to cracking and chipping
Stucco repair can best be described as a patch. It involves identifying the problem and fixing that specific damage with additional stucco. If no mold infiltration or an underlying leak is causing the damage, repair is most likely all you need.
Remediation, on the other hand, involves removing the existing siding, fixing the underlying cause of the damage, and then reapplying stucco siding for that wall. It’s a more permanent fix that takes longer to complete and, hence, comes with a steeper price tag than repair.
Stucco applied over brick can last 30 to 50 years or more when correctly applied and properly maintained. Stucco’s lifespan can be shortened by improper application, incorrectly mixed material, lack of preparation before application, and lack of maintenance. To get the most life out of your stucco siding, keep up with maintenance and repair any damage as soon as you discover it.
In many areas, a permit is required to remove stucco siding, especially if structural repairs or new siding installation are involved. Check with your local building department for specific requirements and associated permit fees before starting your project. Permit fees range from $100 to $500.
The Castleton On Hudson, NY 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.
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