"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/cohoes/legacy-landscaping-and-tree-care-reviews-7707938.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"VANN REMODELING","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Carolyn M."},"reviewBody":"Brian, Steve, Kevin, and Rick are professional, arrive on time, and work consistently through the day. Brian is an excellent carpenter and pays very close attention to details. Steve is an excellent all around "handyman" and painter/stainer who takes pride in doing a job well. Kevin asked and confirmed where items were to be installed, and performed a wide variety of tasks well, including the demolition, insulation, and moulding installation. On this job subcontractors were used for the plumbing, electric, tile installation, and shower enclosure installation. There were numerous issues with the plumber: water pipes run on incorrect side (hot on left side) inside the wall of one shower when there was no need to reverse them because they were completely new runs from the basement immediately below the bathroom; the pedestal of the sink was installed upside down; the toilet was not seated properly; and the shower valve was installed incorrectly because they did not account for the reversal of the pipes in the wall which caused the temperature adjuster inside the valve to malfunction. All the plumbing issues were in the first bath to be remodeled. I spoke to Rick about the problems and I fired the plumber hired by Vann Remodeling, then I hired a plumber of my choosing to correct the issues and finish the installations in the second bathroom. Rick adjusted the cost of the plumbing portion of the contract, although the adjustment covered less than a third of the cost of the new plumber. The electrician installed the incorrect type of timer switch to control the exhaust fans. I found the error when I read the boxes and insert materials. I called the switch manufacturer to confirm and was told the installed switches were not applicable to service devices with a motor; they were for use with incandescent lights only. The manufacturer's service representative gave me the correct product number to use for the exhaust fans. I called Rick, who called the electrician and he corrected the switch installations. The boxes clearly stated the switches were not for motorized devices. Mistakes happen, and I'm glad that I ask for all boxes and inserts for all materials be left for me to review and dispose or keep for my records. The tile sub-contractor did excellent work. The tile contractor did a masterful job of designing the wall installation to avoid the the shower fixtures and light switches interfering with the decorative design, and accommodating the floor design to account for the unusual shape of the vanity base in the larger bathroom. The shower enclosure installations went perfectly. In one bath it is a corner-angled enclosure that is framed, and in the large shower with the bench it is a frameless all glass enclosure. Precision Glass and Mirror did the installation, and I highly recommend them. In 2010 when Vann Remodeling redid the family room and half-bath a drywall sub-contractor was hired. This time the Vann Remodeling crew did the drywall finishing. That is not their specialty and unfortunately it shows as some of the screw heads and tape lines show. The carpentry work they did is excellent. They installed a linen cabinet, vanity, and wall cabinet in the bathrooms. The door replacements and new moulding installations surrounding each door and bathroom window were professionally completed. Steve did a professional job staining and finishing all the windows, painting all the new moulding and doors, and both bathrooms. The final charge for the window refinishing was increased by over $800 from the original estimate. This up-charge was added because Rick did not originally account for the grilles in all the windows, even though the grilles were in the windows when he came to do the estimate. The largest issue I have with Vann Remodeling is that the estimates are a paragraph with a total estimated price, and not an itemized cost estimate. That makes it difficult to know exactly what is and isn't included in the price estimate--for example the window grilles and cost for the work to be done by the plumber. Vann Remodeling has done several jobs for me including: building a 10x12 shed with concrete floor; replacing all the windows, including a large picture and a bay; gutting and remodeling the family room and half-bath/laundry room; and remodeling a three-season room. Any work that involves carpentry and painting I would highly recommend them. If there is plumbing or electrical work be aware that Rick will be hiring sub-contractors and as I learned with this job, sometimes there are problems with them. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ny/ballston-lake/vann-remodeling-reviews-4972212.htm"},"position":10}]}
Holiday Decorating reviews from real Angi homeowners in Latham, NY
Virginia was very attentive, professional, punctual and did a wonderful job in helping me pick paper choices as well as paint colors. I always knew how much a project was going to be and even went shopping to help me pick out proper choices for anything I needed. She is a very good interior...
Celia V.
5.0
09/2018
I called them on a holiday weekend. The call was returned promptly and the repair was completed within 48 hours of the call. Exceptional!
I contacted Acme to set an appt for an estimate on have floors refinished. Left message, no return call. Called 3 business days later, left 2nd message. Two days later, received call. During call was asked what the time frame was. Explained that I had a few projects going on, one of which was...
Philip A.
5.0
01/2017
Very well. The pump alarm went off on Friday before Christmas eve. Called and a truck arrived shortly to pump out the first tank. Since it was a holiday weekend and the pump had just kicked the breaker and was now working nothing further could be done. The alarm went off again (kicked the...
Kerry S.
5.0
09/2016
The drain pipe from the tub was leaking, and water was coming down through the living room ceiling - on Labor Day weekend! Tom stopped by on Sunday to take a look at the problem and we arranged for him to come back the following morning to repair it. Tom showed up promptly on Labor Day...
Shannon D.
5.0
06/2016
We can't recommend Kasselman Solar highly enough! We talked to several companies before going to see a presentation from Kasselman Solar. Adam took the time afterward to answer all the questions that the other companies wouldn't or couldn't. At the time we had only recently moved in, so...
Janet R.
5.0
11/2014
I called Erik on Tuesday in a panic. The yard was fully of leaves and they were predicting 10 inches of snow. Erik checked his schedule and said he would see if he could do it Wednesday but he had another appointment. Luckily he called back in a few minutes to say the person had left amessage...
Local landscaping company here too tackle all your outdoor needs too make your house stand out more than others. All year round services we do anything from lawn mowing, plant design and installation, retaining walls, grading, snow plowing and removal.
"Mike Falzo was fantastic!! Super responsive, very professional and offered keen insight into our landscaping project. He and his crew were hard working and delivered on time and within budget. Mike has very good attention to detail and is a conscientious worker who cares deeply about the quality of the project delivered. I highly recommend him for any project."
Michael S on May 2025
Local landscaping company here too tackle all your outdoor needs too make your house stand out more than others. All year round services we do anything from lawn mowing, plant design and installation, retaining walls, grading, snow plowing and removal.
"Mike Falzo was fantastic!! Super responsive, very professional and offered keen insight into our landscaping project. He and his crew were hard working and delivered on time and within budget. Mike has very good attention to detail and is a conscientious worker who cares deeply about the quality of the project delivered. I highly recommend him for any project."
The Grounds Guys(r), a Neighborly company, is a full-service grounds care company offering commercial and residential landscape management services, such as lawn care, landscape, hardscape, outdoor lighting, snow and ice management and much more. The Grounds Guys currently operates more than 200 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada and is part of Neighborly, a community of 14 home service professionals dedicated to repairing, maintaining and enhancing homes and properties. For more information about The Grounds Guys, visit www.GroundsGuys.com.
"They do a beautiful job. Highly recommend them. I got them from Angieslist."
Donna S on August 2019
The Grounds Guys(r), a Neighborly company, is a full-service grounds care company offering commercial and residential landscape management services, such as lawn care, landscape, hardscape, outdoor lighting, snow and ice management and much more. The Grounds Guys currently operates more than 200 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada and is part of Neighborly, a community of 14 home service professionals dedicated to repairing, maintaining and enhancing homes and properties. For more information about The Grounds Guys, visit www.GroundsGuys.com.
"They do a beautiful job. Highly recommend them. I got them from Angieslist."
We provide a wide range of professional and personal concierge services that will assist our clients in achieving their business/personal goals, work/life balance and having more time to focus on what matters most. We can AFFORDABLY assist with services and errands. Why not shift the weight of your daily cares to a member of our team? Call us today to find out more.
We provide a wide range of professional and personal concierge services that will assist our clients in achieving their business/personal goals, work/life balance and having more time to focus on what matters most. We can AFFORDABLY assist with services and errands. Why not shift the weight of your daily cares to a member of our team? Call us today to find out more.
We are a small company focused on putting quality first. Our attention to every detail and use of time-tested old-school techniques mixed with modern technology and tools provide the best results possible. With a background in architecture and design, our craftsmanship is matched by our creative eye and appreciation for details.
"Badly 15 months after signing contract bathrooms still not done. They ignore finishing work, ignore calls and e-mails, and not finishing the work. He had not paid cabinet subcontractor who I had to pay. Adequate work that needs to be redone. Poor attitude. Not enough staff. WOULD NEVER USE AGAIN OR RECOMMEND."
GENE N on August 2018
We are a small company focused on putting quality first. Our attention to every detail and use of time-tested old-school techniques mixed with modern technology and tools provide the best results possible. With a background in architecture and design, our craftsmanship is matched by our creative eye and appreciation for details.
"Badly 15 months after signing contract bathrooms still not done. They ignore finishing work, ignore calls and e-mails, and not finishing the work. He had not paid cabinet subcontractor who I had to pay. Adequate work that needs to be redone. Poor attitude. Not enough staff. WOULD NEVER USE AGAIN OR RECOMMEND."
The Build Right team goes to every job with over 20 years of experience under their belt. We pride ourselves on our experience, quality, and craftsmanship. Our customers can always rely on us being honest, reliable and prompt; together, these values make up the foundation of our business. We focus on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction and we will do everything we can to exceed your expectations. Call us today for an free estimate.
The Build Right team goes to every job with over 20 years of experience under their belt. We pride ourselves on our experience, quality, and craftsmanship. Our customers can always rely on us being honest, reliable and prompt; together, these values make up the foundation of our business. We focus on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction and we will do everything we can to exceed your expectations. Call us today for an free estimate.
Our design boutique is located at 234 Union Street, Schenectady, NY. We specialize in vintage and antique distressed furniture in the shabby chic cottage style as well as slip covered creations using vintage chenille bedspreads, beautiful rose fabrics and vintage trims. I have over 8 years experience creating over 1500 painted furniture pieces. I pride myself in doing high end chic and not so shabby pieces.
Our design boutique is located at 234 Union Street, Schenectady, NY. We specialize in vintage and antique distressed furniture in the shabby chic cottage style as well as slip covered creations using vintage chenille bedspreads, beautiful rose fabrics and vintage trims. I have over 8 years experience creating over 1500 painted furniture pieces. I pride myself in doing high end chic and not so shabby pieces.
We work with home owners who are ready to express themselves through their decor. Our principal designer has over 25 years of experience in the business of making life more beautiful. She is an expert in window treatment design and kitchen & bath fixture choosing & placement. She has experience as a principal designer for L&JG Stickley. She has done design work in every phase of a new residential construction project with examples on Lake George and across the Capital District.
We work with home owners who are ready to express themselves through their decor. Our principal designer has over 25 years of experience in the business of making life more beautiful. She is an expert in window treatment design and kitchen & bath fixture choosing & placement. She has experience as a principal designer for L&JG Stickley. She has done design work in every phase of a new residential construction project with examples on Lake George and across the Capital District.
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FAQs for holiday decorating projects in Latham, NY
Professional holiday decorating services cost about $1,500 on average, with prices ranging from $300 to $2,500 and more. The total price tag depends on the type and amount of decorating requested, along with additional cost factors like your home’s location, materials, and labor.
Check out these common holiday decorating service costs:
Exterior holiday light installation: $400
Christmas tree decoration: $200–$600
Interior holiday design and decoration: $50–$200 per hour
Holiday landscaping: $50–$100 per hour
If you need help with your holiday decorating, the first step is determining your lighting and decor needs to narrow down your pro options. For example, if you want a custom outdoor light display with all of the bells and whistles, you’ll likely need to hire a local holiday light installer who specializes in that service. But if you only need to hang some lights inside in hard-to-reach places, consider hiring a handyperson or an interior decorator instead. It’s best to contact at least three different companies for quotes and to find out what services they offer.
The cost to install holiday lights averages about $425, ranging from $220 to $675, depending on the type of lights and installation location.
High roofs: $3.50–$6 per linear foot
Balconies: $50–$75 each
Outdoor tree: $75–$1,500 per tree
Christmas light installation costs also vary on light size and type:
Hiring someone to decorate your Christmas tree costs about $400 on average, ranging from $200 to $1,500 or more, depending on the type of decorating service, size of the tree, location, and materials used to decorate the tree.
Price ranges vary by service type:
Handyperson: $60–$125 per hour
Professional light installer: $300 per hour
Interior decorator: $50–$200 per hour
Christmas tree designer: $600–$1,500 per tree
The Latham, NY homeowners’ guide to holiday decorating services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Christmas light installation costs depend mostly on your home’s square footage, but our expert guide breaks down all the factors that influence what you’ll pay.
If you're dreaming of rocking around your—professionally decorated—tree this season, this is how much a Christmas tree decorating service will cost you.
Can I hire someone to decorate my house for Christmas? Learn how to find the perfect holiday decorator to make your home merry and bright for the season.