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."
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!
"He did a roof repair very quickly. "
Barbara J 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!
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Great work!!"
Shelly P on October 2025
We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
Welcome to Firehouse Roofing LLC, where we pride ourselves on bringing the same dedication, integrity, and loyalty to our roofing services that we bring to our roles as firefighters. Our mission is treat your house or business as if it is our own. This commitment to excellence and personal care sets us apart in the roofing industry, ensuring that each project is handled with the utmost precision and respect.
"Amazing work! The crew was prompt, courteous , & professional! This is an amazing company!"
Alissa T on December 2024
Welcome to Firehouse Roofing LLC, where we pride ourselves on bringing the same dedication, integrity, and loyalty to our roofing services that we bring to our roles as firefighters. Our mission is treat your house or business as if it is our own. This commitment to excellence and personal care sets us apart in the roofing industry, ensuring that each project is handled with the utmost precision and respect.
"Amazing work! The crew was prompt, courteous , & professional! This is an amazing company!"
We have been in business in the Albany, NY capital region for over 30 years. Additional DBA: Suburban Home Improvement
"We met Mike several years ago at the Home Show and had him come to our home to discuss the job we needed done. He arrived on time and explained everything with a fair quote. Since then, and over the past several years, we've contracted with Mike and Suburban Construction for many projects and have always been completely satisfied and happy with the results - from completely re-siding our house with new vinyl siding, renewing our front porch with composite flooring, adding stonework trim along the bottom of front, side and back of the house, re-siding and re-shingling roofs of two sheds, installing replacement windows in kitchen and living room...probably others I'm not recalling. Mike chooses the best product brands available for each project, and gives personal advice along the way. His crews are top notch - professional and highly skilled, personable, polite and respectful, and always go above and beyond with work, suggestions and advice. No matter how hot it is or how tired they are they completely clean up at the end of each day. The finished projects are always beautifully done, and they should all be proud of their stellar work. And not for nothing....they are as respectful as men wearing large work boots can be of your surrounding landscaping and flowers....construction "collateral damage" is minimal! During this past summer's latest project, one of the guys even helped me relocate my porch wreath, that held a robin's nest, to a quieter spot before the bow window was replaced!! (I replaced the wreath at the end of the day, mama robin came back, and babies started hatching the next day!) It's those extra little things that make a difference that make these guys so special!! After all, they're family men, too, and understand those random personal things that might be important to you. We highly recommend Suburban Construction for any project you need done, and not only would hire them again...we wouldn't look anywhere else! When Mike and George show up to measure you can be sure of great things to come! Thank you so much, guys!! You're the best! Suzanne and John Wilhelm"
Suzanne W on October 2023
We have been in business in the Albany, NY capital region for over 30 years. Additional DBA: Suburban Home Improvement
"We met Mike several years ago at the Home Show and had him come to our home to discuss the job we needed done. He arrived on time and explained everything with a fair quote. Since then, and over the past several years, we've contracted with Mike and Suburban Construction for many projects and have always been completely satisfied and happy with the results - from completely re-siding our house with new vinyl siding, renewing our front porch with composite flooring, adding stonework trim along the bottom of front, side and back of the house, re-siding and re-shingling roofs of two sheds, installing replacement windows in kitchen and living room...probably others I'm not recalling. Mike chooses the best product brands available for each project, and gives personal advice along the way. His crews are top notch - professional and highly skilled, personable, polite and respectful, and always go above and beyond with work, suggestions and advice. No matter how hot it is or how tired they are they completely clean up at the end of each day. The finished projects are always beautifully done, and they should all be proud of their stellar work. And not for nothing....they are as respectful as men wearing large work boots can be of your surrounding landscaping and flowers....construction "collateral damage" is minimal! During this past summer's latest project, one of the guys even helped me relocate my porch wreath, that held a robin's nest, to a quieter spot before the bow window was replaced!! (I replaced the wreath at the end of the day, mama robin came back, and babies started hatching the next day!) It's those extra little things that make a difference that make these guys so special!! After all, they're family men, too, and understand those random personal things that might be important to you. We highly recommend Suburban Construction for any project you need done, and not only would hire them again...we wouldn't look anywhere else! When Mike and George show up to measure you can be sure of great things to come! Thank you so much, guys!! You're the best! Suzanne and John Wilhelm"
Looking for reliable home services in Albany? Look no further than Matts Fix It All LLC. With over 20 years of experience, we specialize in plastering and handyman work. From small household issues to larger projects, we've got you covered. Rest easy knowing we're insured for your peace of mind. Contact us today!
"Matt did an excellent job! I’m very pleased with the quality of his work — everything was done right, efficiently, and with great attention to detail. He was professional, courteous, and made sure I was satisfied before finishing. I would definitely hire him again and highly recommend his services."
Kat C on November 2025
Looking for reliable home services in Albany? Look no further than Matts Fix It All LLC. With over 20 years of experience, we specialize in plastering and handyman work. From small household issues to larger projects, we've got you covered. Rest easy knowing we're insured for your peace of mind. Contact us today!
"Matt did an excellent job! I’m very pleased with the quality of his work — everything was done right, efficiently, and with great attention to detail. He was professional, courteous, and made sure I was satisfied before finishing. I would definitely hire him again and highly recommend his services."
Welcome to DCG New York Inc. We are a Construction & Consulting firm located in Manhattan, New York. We specialize in custom construction projects, focusing on developments and new construction. DCG and our operating business units combine industry expertise and the highest professional standard working with generations of talent & experience to design & build a better tomorrow. DCG is dedicated to its core values and concepts of integrity, quality and professionalism. Our projects vary in size and scope yet our commitment to excellence remains the same. Our team of experts are combined with our sourcing network & highly skilled craftsmen to ensure flawless execution. Our projects include work with Investors, Developers, General Contractors, Architects, & Designers in the Private and Public Sector. Our projects range from commercial, residential, retail, ground up & more. Thank you for taking the time to browse our work and learn about our company.
Welcome to DCG New York Inc. We are a Construction & Consulting firm located in Manhattan, New York. We specialize in custom construction projects, focusing on developments and new construction. DCG and our operating business units combine industry expertise and the highest professional standard working with generations of talent & experience to design & build a better tomorrow. DCG is dedicated to its core values and concepts of integrity, quality and professionalism. Our projects vary in size and scope yet our commitment to excellence remains the same. Our team of experts are combined with our sourcing network & highly skilled craftsmen to ensure flawless execution. Our projects include work with Investors, Developers, General Contractors, Architects, & Designers in the Private and Public Sector. Our projects range from commercial, residential, retail, ground up & more. Thank you for taking the time to browse our work and learn about our company.
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."
Natasha M on July 2020
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Stucco questions, answered by experts
Mortar, or masonry mortar, is mainly used in joints and as parging for stone, brick, or cement construction. Stucco is primarily a surface material used as wall coverings. For maintenance, masonry will need repointing or replacing as damage or land shifting occurs, whereas stucco will need patching or refinishing as it tends to crack over time along with other types of wear-and-tear.
The best stucco finish depends on your aesthetic goals and personal preferences. A fine cement-based finish is a crowd favorite because it’s easy to clean and resembles a painted home. Lace finish is another popular one that can conceal imperfections thanks to its detailed lace pattern.
DIY is possible for small areas. Professional installation ensures even application and long-lasting results.
Installing stucco over brick can add longevity and durability to your siding while protecting it from deterioration due to exposure to the elements. However, stucco over brick does have a few downsides. You’ll spend more time and money on maintenance and repairs, and your siding may be more susceptible to cracking.
The durability and overall longevity of house cladding varies by the material, but the average lifespan is between 15 to 25 years. Metal cladding is generally the most durable and long-lasting, with a life expectancy of up to 100 years. Environmental factors such as climate, humidity, moisture, and UV exposure can all play into how long cladding lasts.
The Ghent, 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.
Choose the right pro for stucco installation to get the best professional-quality results. Learn who does stucco installation and the benefits of hiring a pro.
Knowing how to measure for siding gives you a more accurate estimate for installation cost. Learn how to get measurements yourself in just a few steps.
If your home's stucco is cracking or deteriorating, it's important to fix the issue right away to avoid structural damage or mold. Here's who to call for stucco repair.
