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Tonelli Builders

Deck and Porch Service, Woodworking, Pavers and Hardscaping Service,

About us

Family owned and operated since 1963. General Contractor including Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Decks & Porches, Patios, Carpentry, Electrical, Landscaping, and Hardscaping. Please call us today to schedule your appointment - (215) 598-7625

Business highlights

62 years of experience

Services we offer

Deck & Porch Construction, Remodeling, Carpentry

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Reviews
5.034 Reviews
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Showing 1-25 of 34 reviews
Carol M.
Oct 2022
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000
We are very pleased with the work Chris has done for us. The remodeled porch has far exceeded our expectations. In addition to being an excellent craftsman, he is enjoyable to work with. Chris is easy to communicate with. He heard our concerns and ideas, and responded with helpful, creative thoughts and solutions. We'll definitely employ him again.

David M.
May 2022
1.0
Deck and Porch Service
This was to have been a small job, slotted in between bigger jobs. Tonelli committed to the job in late April 2021, but then never found a day or two to do the work. He was ill with Covid, supply chain issues prevented him from getting the two boards he needed. I was patient and called every so often to check in. He would wait days or weeks to return my calls or just didn't. When winter came he told me to call him again in the spring. I did, he promised to do the work, and then in April of 2022 he didn't return my call and after a year of being jerked around I got someone else to do the job.

Tom M.
Mar 2022
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$32,000
Chris was very professional in providing both a competitive estimate and realistic timeline for starting and completing the work. He is a very skilled craftsmen/carpenter and takes extreme pride in his work. He is highly in demand and therefore patience is required to accommodate schedule lead-times. Well worth the wait since the composite deck/railing replacement is of very high quality and we are very pleased with the end result.

Janis B.
Nov 2020
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
I am very happy with the completed porch. Tonelli Builders built a raised screen porch. Chris Tonelli does quality work and is very easy to work with. I was always kept well informed. He had an eye for design features that worked very well. I would definitely use Tonelli Builders again.

Barry J.
Aug 2020
5.0
Deck and Porch Service, Contractor Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Chris and crew were professional. Communicated through out the process. Worked with us on design. We liked the attention to detail. His team did exceptional, high quality work. Our project came out beautifully and we love the Hog wire railing. We will call Chris again for other home projects.

Kathleen C.
Mar 2020
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$29,000
I contacted Tonelli Builders for an estimate. Chris has been a pleasure to work with, as well as his crew members. He always kept us informed on the progress of the job and kept a tidy work site. We are very happy with our deck!! We will be calling Chris again when we need other household renovations!! Thanks Tonelli Builders!

George V.
Jun 2019
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000
Chris did a nice job replacing a rear deck and front porch and a good price.

Daniel T.
May 2019
5.0
Deck and Porch Service, Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
Chris and his team were exceptionally professional and communicative. He talked me through the entire process and informed me of any bumps in the road along the way. They worked in freezing (literally) cold weather. Chris worked with me on the price and was low pressure on receiving payment. Stress-free and fast. The deck turned out beautifully. I highly recommend Tonelli Builders.

James C.
Dec 2018
5.0
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling
Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000
Chris gave us an estimate with the option of him or us purchasing the major replacements. We chose to do our own shopping so the.price I quoted was for labor only. We had some ideas and Chris was very open to anything we wanted to do. He also had some great ideas of his own. We knew he was a meticulous worker because he constructed a gorgeous 30 foot multilayer deck at my sons house. When he finished without bathroom it look larger and so beautiful it could have made the cover of a home magazine. He was a pleasure to work with. If something came up he adapted very easily. I heartily recommend Chris for your next project.

Cadie R.
Dec 2017
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great experience! We met with Chris who was very competitive in his pricing. The quality of the deck he built was amazing and the experience overall was extremely positive with no cons whatsoever. It's a small team so the length of time to complete the project was longer than other larger company's had quoted us but we preferred to work with someone who was willing to take the time to make sure the job was completed properly than rushed in order to move onto the next job. We would definitely recommend this company to others!

WILLIAM D.
Jul 2017
5.0
Deck and Porch Service, Pavers and Hardscaping Service + 1 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
Excellent-very satisfied with the work.

Matt C.
Jul 2017
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000
Chris's attention to detail is unparalleled, from the design phase through the build. Chris stayed within budget and our timeline. Chris respected our ideas and offered his professional opinion and suggestions throughout the project. We chose Chris after interviewing numerous other contractors, he books up far in advance but it's worth the wait; he doesn't sub-contract his work and is onsite everyday. We'll definitely use Chris in the future and have already recommended him to others.

Steve N.
Apr 2017
1.0
Deck and Porch Service
Not getting a response is always a red flag.

Brian W.
Feb 2017
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
AWESOME experience. Wonderful outcome.

Michael W.
Feb 2017
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000
Chris was one of three contractors I met with. He listened to my concerns and ideas of what I wanted. He provided several ideas on the design, lighting fixtures, and materials. He later provided a drawing that was easy to understand and envision. His pricing was very competitive and his contract was easy to understand. Chris and his crew were friendly and efficient in the destruction of the old deck and the preparation of the site for the new one. As the project proceeded, it became clear that the new deck would be very well constructed with an attention to fit and craftsmanship. Many friends who saw the progress remarked on how well built and sturdy the supporting structure was. Once completed, the deck looked just as Chris had explained it and I had come to imagine it. Everything was done exactly as he explained it from the electrical work, plumbing, lighting, and the overall look. I have received many compliments from friends and neighbors that usually start out as "this is great" or "VERY nice" or simply "WOW". Chris and his team were great to work with through the entire process. It is clear that Chris understands the meaning of "build it to be proud of". I would highly recommend Chris Tonelli for his work ethic, the craftsmanship of his product, and his focus on customer satisfaction.

Yana R.
Oct 2016
5.0
Deck and Porch Service, Woodworking + 2 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$780
It went really well! We were initially hesitant contacting Tonelli Builders for this repair job - specifically because all of their prior "porch category" reviews on Angie's list specified projects of larger scale. After having difficult time finding a reliable independent carpenter, we've finally called Tonelli - and were so happy that we did! Scheduling an estimate was so easy -- the owner, Chris, was fast to return our phone calls, and his follow-up was very timely. At our first meeting he gave us several ideas and options for the fix to work with our budget, and came off very confident, trustworthy and professional. During our estimate appointment he also identified a separate issue and fixed a door that was detached from a hinge, and was not even a part of the intended job! We've had a target date of completion for this project, and Chris was able to finish it right on schedule. Our newly renovated porch looks beautiful, Chris was very easy to work with, and we would absolutely use Tonelli Builders for future projects!

BILL G.
Oct 2016
5.0
Woodworking, Drywall Service + 2 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,925
Went well-Bedroom, bathroom and kitchen areas look like new. Wood and Azek & fireplace repairs solved the problem and look good(&,much better than other alternative->complete replacements:-)

Anthony B.
Oct 2016
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,900
Chris did an excellent job throughout all the stages of project from planning, design and installation. He provided chooses and worked within our budget for project. The stairs were rebuilt timely, he even manage to work around an unscheduled delay on our part. The final product ended up looking great and eliminating a major safety issue.

BILL G.
Oct 2016
5.0
Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800
Went very well-paint color and panels looked just like the originals(originally fabricated in 1973:-)))

Benjamin E.
Aug 2016
5.0
Deck and Porch Service, Patios
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,500
This is the second time we have worked with Chris. We previously had done a smaller interior job with him years ago, and remembered his work so we went back to him for this bigger exterior job. Chris was great to work with. He is very experienced, and definitely knows what he is doing (unlike some of the options we interviewed). He consults with you to provide you with options, such ad the decision to go with the KDAT wood, which was more expensive than regular pressure treated wood, but cheaper than the composites. Chris explains to you the pluses and minuses of different options including the materials and the design. He is responsible: takes care of all permits, inspections, cleans up, communicates with you and answers questions without an attitude. And he has good attention to smaller details that you might not even be aware of or anticipate, such as how he cut and fit the blocks around the window well, or the fit of the wood on the deck, or the types of screws used on the deck. I'm very happy with how both projects turned out and feel I got good quality for the money I spent.

James G.
May 2016
5.0
Deck and Porch Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Chris did a fantastic job and I would highly recommend.  He was extremely professional and very responsive.  He was always on time and kept me updated on his schedule, permits, etc.  He went above and beyond in certain areas, and the new deck looks great.  I look forward to utilizing Chris' services in the future.

Trudi M.
Feb 2016
5.0
Deck and Porch Service, Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
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Linda W.
Sep 2015
5.0
Deck and Porch Service, Woodworking
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,500
unknown

Michael M.
Aug 2015
5.0
Deck and Porch Service, Woodworking + 4 more
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000
Chris did an excellent job. He removed all decking, stairs and most of the frame. He rebuilt the frame, decking and stairs and scrapped, sanded and painted the columns, top beam, put on new fascia. In addition he installed a new side garage door, re-seated and leveled blue stone walk way, repaired a piece of siding and coordinated the install of low voltage lighting.

Gary K.
Mar 2015
5.0
Woodworking, Basement Remodel
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45,000
Construction went very well. Chris's attention to detail is what made us use him.  He does a job right the first time. We liked his work so much we started a basement renovation with him.
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Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number

PA031398

Trade License Locale

Pennsylvania

Trade License Authority

Pennsylvania: Home Improvement Contractors

Trade License Expiration

10/04/2025

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FAQ

Tonelli Builders is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.

Yes, Tonelli Builders offers free project estimates.

No, Tonelli Builders does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Tonelli Builders does not offer a senior discount.

No, Tonelli Builders does not offer emergency services.

No, Tonelli Builders does not offer warranties.

Tonelli Builders offers the following services: Deck & Porch Construction, Remodeling, Carpentry