We are a general contracting business with over 30 years of experience with an uncompromising mission to provide superior craftsmanship, dedication and attention to detail that surpasses customers expectation and that creates added value to property and increase satisfaction of ownership. \nWe serve residential and commercial customers and specialize in affordable custom design with expert experience in all areas of the contracting trades from foundation to high quality finish work. We do renovations, remodeling, property restorations, and historic preservation work to the highest standards, no job is too small or large. \nOver the years our business has had the privilege to served hundreds of satisfied customers and we look forward to working with you. Give us a call, we will never compromise in our efforts to be a company of the highest standards of integrity, transparency, trust, and excellence in all we do and we thank you in advance for contacting us for your project. \n \nWe remain determined to be the best and to exceed expectations!
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer. \n\nhttps://share.google/wj9JZ3NgTj6BHQJYM
"The job went very well and we love how are bathroom has been transformed. Bob made multiple visits to consult on the tile choices and ensure they were prepared for the project. Phil (tile guy) was a true craftsman and took his time to ensure the work was perfect. We wish the same care was taken by all contractors. "
"Eiffel Services is a family-owned plumbing & contracting business. Eiffel was founded in 1991 by William S. Smith Sr. and brothers. The business was previously run as Smith Home Improvements. In 2017 the business was passed down to next generation and renamed Eiffel Services LLC. We use only quality products and take pride in delivering exceptional customer service. It is important to us that your plumbing installation is done right the first time and that you are comfortable having us in your home. Our plumbers provide complete plumbing services for homes in Lehigh County, Schuylkill County, Carbon County, and Berks County."
"I wasted over a thousand dollars with two other finance companies trying to refinance my mortgage before I found Mark Principi of Central Lending Services Inc. Both previous companies ( Amerisave and my local credit union) promised me great rates based on my great credit and income, took more than $500 each for home appraisal and lock-in fees, only to THEN discover "problems" that prevented them from giving me the rates and loan amount I wanted. They basically took my money and ran. What a scam. AARGHG! I was almost ready to give up - then I found Central Lending Services here on Angie's List. I was skeptical to give them a try because, to be honest, I have had some BAD experiences with well rated Angies list contractors, but boy am I glad I did. Mark Principi was the consummate professional. Courteous, knowledgeable, responsive, and absolutely determined to get me a great mortgage. Which he did. He actually got me a better rate than the other two companies falsely promised, and followed through diligently all the way through closure. Which I just finished about an hour ago. I am ecstatic with the outcome. Ecstatic. Mark Principi of Central Lending Services gets my highest recommendation."
"Despite the insane delays of the pandemic and my project considered 'non-essential' - I had started project 2/2020 - they finished 8/2020. It sounds bad but they kept me informed and once project started they took care of all the challenges along the way. Great crew - skilled, neat and courteous. I knew from the 1st 5 minutes of Curt's visit that I was in expert hands to handle the entire project. He was professional, worked with my personal tastes and needs and the final product is beyond my expectations. His estimates were accurate, he was fair with add on's (so were team that dealt with them) and handled the issues quickly and fairly with manufacturers and subcontractors. They were also good with communicating what would happen each step of the way so I could adjust my 'in house' business around them with limited hassles. What is different about them - and made a big difference for me - was that they order and warehouse every element - cabinets, hardware, plumbing fixtures, appliances, trim etc. and don't start the job until its ALL ready - so once they start there are no delays. This helped avoid all the 'supply chain' issues of the pandemic. It may mean waiting - but when you're dealing with NO kitchen /bath - you want the job done as quickly as possible. The delays we dealt with were more part of the process than gaps in scheduling due to poor management of contractors and crews. That also made the entire process less stressful. I would definitely work with them again and recommend them highly."
"We had a great experience with Alpine Contracting. Once the work was started, they were here everyday and we were notified if they weren't going to make it due to supplies being unavailable or the weather. If a problem came up it was corrected quickly and to our liking. I would recomment Alpine Contracting to anyone in need of a general contractor. We were very pleased with the amount of time it took to complete everything and how flexible the workers were with us as homeowners. Ron is absolutely great to work with and exceeded our expectations."
"I reached out to the contractor and the communication was excellent! He was able to translate my ideas into an actionable plan and execute the build within the allotted timeframe. During the process, my asks continued to evolve and change and he communicated the impact on the project timelines when necessary. That is more important than many people will realize. As a business, a delay in the timeline can be costly. Historically, my experience with contractors has been hit or miss with more on the miss side. But thankfully that wasn't the case with SCS."
"Everything went well right from the start. The contractor was both courteous and kept supplies neat while they were on our premises. The whole job (because the weather was good) took about 5 days. "
We Specialize in residential Remodeling, wether it be a simple hardwood floor, or a full Kitchen remodel, we will get it done, and we will get it done right. We are a newly formed company that has been around in the construction industry for years. We take Pride in our work, and strive to make every customer as pleased as we possibly can with our work.
Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts
Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.
Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.
Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.
Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.
Yes, using certified lumber and engineered wood products for reduced environmental impact.
You can enclose an open carport, however, there are several things to consider before opting to do so. You'll want to check local building codes and permit requirements before proceeding to make sure it’s legal. While you can sometimes stick-frame a carport enclosure, pre-fab kits are also available. Remember that you'll likely need to meet concrete slab regulations and provide lighting inside the structure. Both of which could substantially drive up costs.
Converting a carport into a garage can vary in difficulty depending on its configuration, the condition of the foundation or slab, and its location relative to the house. The process has a lot in common with a home addition, but you can often skip non-essential finishes like fine flooring, trim work, or even drywall and HVAC. The conversion requires experience with drywall, insulation, and other building materials to ensure it’s done safely and correctly. While it might be possible for a DIYer with the proper tools and skills to do the work, it is a complicated and potentially dangerous job. If you’re new to basic construction, it's best to leave this project to the professionals.
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