With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.
AMJ Home Improvements has 30+ years of experience with home improvements, even though our company name was only created in 2020...... We have built, refinished &/or remodeled many kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, garages & more. We have experience with decking, siding, flooring, tiling, painting, door installs, window installs, sheetrock & much more. We have completed many small handy man tasks timely and well. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to meeting you & earning your business. We are licensed & insured and ready to help you keep on improving:)
"Very easy to work with completed the job quickly and cost was very reasonable."
Daniel I on September 2024
AMJ Home Improvements has 30+ years of experience with home improvements, even though our company name was only created in 2020...... We have built, refinished &/or remodeled many kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, garages & more. We have experience with decking, siding, flooring, tiling, painting, door installs, window installs, sheetrock & much more. We have completed many small handy man tasks timely and well. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to meeting you & earning your business. We are licensed & insured and ready to help you keep on improving:)
"Very easy to work with completed the job quickly and cost was very reasonable."
Basement Gurus LLC, is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in professional waterproofing services. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Call us today, so that we can give you a free estimate and make your project come to life!
"Steven was very nice and easy to do business with very honest and gave me all kinds of options. Hard to find people like that nowadays just overall great quality people"
Derek K on October 2025
Basement Gurus LLC, is a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in professional waterproofing services. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Call us today, so that we can give you a free estimate and make your project come to life!
"Steven was very nice and easy to do business with very honest and gave me all kinds of options. Hard to find people like that nowadays just overall great quality people"
At Elite Lawn Maintenance , our mission is to provide high-quality lawn care services that enhance the beauty and value of our clients' properties. We offer a comprehensive range of lawn care services including grass cutting, edging, landscaping, snow plowing, Seasonal cleanups and Mulch / Stone delivery.And much more! Our team consists of experienced and certified professionals who are dedicated to providing personalized service and exceptional results. We are passionate about lawn care and take pride in our work.
At Elite Lawn Maintenance , our mission is to provide high-quality lawn care services that enhance the beauty and value of our clients' properties. We offer a comprehensive range of lawn care services including grass cutting, edging, landscaping, snow plowing, Seasonal cleanups and Mulch / Stone delivery.And much more! Our team consists of experienced and certified professionals who are dedicated to providing personalized service and exceptional results. We are passionate about lawn care and take pride in our work.
Barkers offers a variety of services including home renovation, roof repair, flooring, landscaping, fencing, etc. We guarantee quality work in a timely fashion within your budget. At Barkers, we take pride in our work and make it our mission to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. Barkers is a quickly growing, owner operated company, that employs only the most experienced and skilled workers.
"The service was excellent. He was fair and timely. I am very pleased with the outcome."
Jamie L on October 2021
Barkers offers a variety of services including home renovation, roof repair, flooring, landscaping, fencing, etc. We guarantee quality work in a timely fashion within your budget. At Barkers, we take pride in our work and make it our mission to ensure 100% customer satisfaction. Barkers is a quickly growing, owner operated company, that employs only the most experienced and skilled workers.
"The service was excellent. He was fair and timely. I am very pleased with the outcome."
Canvas Specialties has been serving Northeastern Pennsylvania and New York state for 50 years with custom made products. As our name implies, Canvas Specialties sells and manufactures custom residential and commercial awnings, canopies and industrial products that are specially designed and made with the customer in mind. Our beautiful canvas and vinyl awnings can be seen throughout the Northeast Pennsylvania and New York State, on homes, stores, restaurants and resorts. We take pride in each and every awning and canopy we sell because we design, sew, assemble, install and service each one. We also supply many area companies with made-to-order specialty canvas products prepared to their specifications. These specialty products make their employees jobs easier and safer to perform. Feel free to visit either of our showrooms, conveniently located in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton (Dickson City) or contact us and we can come right to your home and give you a FREE estimate.
Canvas Specialties has been serving Northeastern Pennsylvania and New York state for 50 years with custom made products. As our name implies, Canvas Specialties sells and manufactures custom residential and commercial awnings, canopies and industrial products that are specially designed and made with the customer in mind. Our beautiful canvas and vinyl awnings can be seen throughout the Northeast Pennsylvania and New York State, on homes, stores, restaurants and resorts. We take pride in each and every awning and canopy we sell because we design, sew, assemble, install and service each one. We also supply many area companies with made-to-order specialty canvas products prepared to their specifications. These specialty products make their employees jobs easier and safer to perform. Feel free to visit either of our showrooms, conveniently located in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton (Dickson City) or contact us and we can come right to your home and give you a FREE estimate.
My abilities and skills afford me to do most work on my own. My contacts in the industry are widespread also. Whatever task/project you need done will take one call to me to get it started. You will not find reliability or sound craftsmanship like this. I only sub-contract if needed and the customer is always informed. Each contract is negotiated differently and I always find a way to work with the customer to come to agreeable terms.
My abilities and skills afford me to do most work on my own. My contacts in the industry are widespread also. Whatever task/project you need done will take one call to me to get it started. You will not find reliability or sound craftsmanship like this. I only sub-contract if needed and the customer is always informed. Each contract is negotiated differently and I always find a way to work with the customer to come to agreeable terms.
Roofing Contractor Have you been searching for that perfect roofing contractor to help you with your next project? Give us a call at 570-561-9445 for roofing services in Wilkes-Barre, PA, and the surrounding area. Roof Replacement – We provide roof replacement and roof installations for Wilkes-Barre, PA, and the surrounding area. Give us a call today for your free roof installation estimate. Shingle Roof Repair – Asphalt shingle roofs are some of the most versatile roofing systems available today. Gone are the days of boring old beige shingles. Tile Roofing Repair – It’s not unheard of for a tile roof to last you and your home for the rest of your life. In fact, there are roofs still in use today that are hundreds of years old. General Contracting Services Have you got a big project that you need to be completed yesterday? Maybe you’ve been thinking of doing some remodeling? Whatever the case, the experienced professionals of Independent Construction have got you covered. Basement Remodeling– Have you been thinking of turning that old basement of yours into a spare bedroom? Bathroom Remodeling– The bathroom is one of the most used rooms in your home. Concrete Patios– A concrete patio can make a beautiful addition to nearly any home. Decks– Could that old deck of yours use a bit of steadying up? General Concrete Services– Housing Additions– Need to add nursery for your growing family? Perhaps it’s finally time to build that man cave you always talk about. Kitchen Remodeling– The kitchen is at the heart of any home.
"I contacted Independent Construction for a new roof estimate. They came out the next day and providing me with a written estimate for my new roof. Two weeks after hiring them, they showed up and removed my old roof, installed my new roof, and cleaned up everything in one day! I am very pleased with their work, and I would recommend them."
Joseph C on April 2023
Roofing Contractor Have you been searching for that perfect roofing contractor to help you with your next project? Give us a call at 570-561-9445 for roofing services in Wilkes-Barre, PA, and the surrounding area. Roof Replacement – We provide roof replacement and roof installations for Wilkes-Barre, PA, and the surrounding area. Give us a call today for your free roof installation estimate. Shingle Roof Repair – Asphalt shingle roofs are some of the most versatile roofing systems available today. Gone are the days of boring old beige shingles. Tile Roofing Repair – It’s not unheard of for a tile roof to last you and your home for the rest of your life. In fact, there are roofs still in use today that are hundreds of years old. General Contracting Services Have you got a big project that you need to be completed yesterday? Maybe you’ve been thinking of doing some remodeling? Whatever the case, the experienced professionals of Independent Construction have got you covered. Basement Remodeling– Have you been thinking of turning that old basement of yours into a spare bedroom? Bathroom Remodeling– The bathroom is one of the most used rooms in your home. Concrete Patios– A concrete patio can make a beautiful addition to nearly any home. Decks– Could that old deck of yours use a bit of steadying up? General Concrete Services– Housing Additions– Need to add nursery for your growing family? Perhaps it’s finally time to build that man cave you always talk about. Kitchen Remodeling– The kitchen is at the heart of any home.
"I contacted Independent Construction for a new roof estimate. They came out the next day and providing me with a written estimate for my new roof. Two weeks after hiring them, they showed up and removed my old roof, installed my new roof, and cleaned up everything in one day! I am very pleased with their work, and I would recommend them."
Joseph C on April 2023
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Patios questions, answered by experts
After you install your concrete steps, and even as they age, applying a coat of paint or concrete sealer to them every one to two years is a great way to keep them looking fresh and new. We also recommend doing light concrete step repair if you notice chipping or crumbling. You can dress up your steps with planters, decorative railings, and other decor to breathe new life into your stoop as well.
Some patios will cause your property taxes to increase, while others will not. A good rule of thumb is that if your patio requires a permit, your taxes will increase. That’s because permits are necessary for “permanent” land improvements, and your taxes are based partially on improvements. Something like a concrete patio that’s considered permanent will bump up your property taxes, while a “temporary” paver patio or flagstone patio will not negatively affect your taxes. Keep in mind that this can vary, so always contact your building department to see if your patio project will affect your taxes.
In most cases, you will need a building permit for cement work on your property. You need a permit for any project that adds a permanent foundation on your property—which, in most cases, includes even a flat slab of concrete poured directly on the ground. Building permits for concrete projects usually cost between $100 and $500, although this can get higher for larger projects. You can always ask your cement company if a permit is necessary for your project, and the expert will typically pull the permit for you to save you time and energy.
If you don’t put gravel under concrete, the concrete can crack, sink, bow, or crumble. Even the concrete forming process will not go as smoothly if you are working directly on the soil or bare bedrock. The lack of a proper gravel layer can also lead to drainage issues below your slab, leading to water issues throughout your lawn and around your foundation.
You should place a layer of thick landscaping fabric directly over the concrete slab and then a thin layer of leveling sand over that to protect the pavers from moisture. For border pavers, you should plan on locking them in place with polyurethane adhesive. This will prevent them from shifting under foot traffic.
The Lake Harmony, PA homeowners’ guide to patio services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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Flagstone gives your outdoor space a gorgeous, rustic feel. Find out the cost of flagstone per square foot or per ton. Our expert cost guide helps you plan your budget for your flagstone project from walkways to patios to walls.
Noticing cracks or unevenness in your outdoor entertaining space? Learn whether it’s better to repair or replace a concrete patio to get a fix underway.
Learn how to apply polymeric sand to keep your pavers sturdy and secure for years to come. It's important to know how to use paver sand in the right weather.
