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SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS

Interior Painting, Plaster, Drywall,

About us

Sweet Success Contractors specialize in restoration and repairs to Pittsburgh’s older homes, helping them to retain their charm and character, while catering to the discerning homeowner who is looking for something exceptional. Our purpose is to combine your vision with our considerable imagination and experience, educating clients beyond their horizon. By utilizing state-of-the-art tools and industry best practices combined with generous attention to customer service, we ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. The majority of our clients are repeat customers. But, don’t take our word for it, peruse a decade of Angie’s List Super Service Awards and hundreds of satisfied customers.

Business highlights

24 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Color consultations and design ideas. Custom millwork and epoxy patching. Deck, fence, and porch repairs and refinishing. Exotic and industrial coatings. Painting-interior and exterior (including paint removal.) Renovations and repairs to: plaster (including texture matching), drywall, moldings, floors. Stucco repairs. Wall and ceiling resurfacing. Wallpaper repair and removal. Water damage and mold repairs. Wood refinishing.

Amenities

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Reviews

4.9530 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
93%
4
3%
3
1%
2
1%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 530 reviews

Nick M.
06/2024
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
Paul and his team were timely, efficient, great communicators, and inspired a lot of confidence in their work, which looked great. I appreciated that they felt comfortable sharing their personal expertise and aesthetic opinions to help guide us to our vision when we didn't know what was best, without being overbearing in the slightest.
Description of Work: Drywall, tiling, cabinet installation, plumbing, electrical.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000

Tyler B.
05/2024
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Sweet Success completed a remodel/refresh project in our living & dining rooms and halfway. We could not be more thrilled with the work done by Sweet Success! Each member of their team was helpful, friendly, efficient, and punctual. The finished product is beautiful! They were attentive to detail and their work was flawless.
Description of Work: The project involved replacing flooring, installing a ceramic tile fireplace surround, plaster/drywall work, interior painting, and building custom bookshelves.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ahmed A.
03/2024
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
They were very professional, always arrived on time and worked diligently. You can tell they valued my business and made me feel like their highest priority. They didn't give me the typical excuses contractors give when they are clearly stretched too thin between multiple projects. Sweet Success completed the project within the estimated timeframe. The level of craftsmanship was high and that is needed if you want quality results. In a 100 year old home there are plenty of surprises when you start poking around into the walls, but having the peace of mind of working with an experienced team who can tackle any challenge is extremely important to me. I was very satisfied with the results and plan to work with them again in the future.
Description of Work: Converted drop ceiling into insulated drywall ceiling. Replaced worn down laminate with luxury vinyl flooring. Added insulation to the ceiling of multiple rooms. Installed crown molding. Painted ceilings. Installed new light fixtures.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Valli M.
03/2024
5.0
plastering
  + -1 more
We hired Chris, Paul and their team to patch and paint the holes created in the plaster walls of our home after we had knob and tube replaced, and then they also took on additional work in doing repairs and restoration of the home. They were thorough, professional, timely and responsive. They were patient with us and Chris also has a good eye for design. They cared about the home like it was theirs and went above and beyond in their work. Look no further if you need someone to work on your historic home. We would recommend them highly.
Description of Work: Patching and painting and other restoration work

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

KATHY B.
12/2023
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
We're very happy with deck restoration work done by Chris Dallaba and his team at Sweet Success Contractors. Chris responded promptly to my initial call, stopping by the following weekend to scope out the job and provide a quote. He was available to start work two weeks later. His team showed up on time each day and worked a full day. Chris was on-site during the project, doing both hands-on work and supervising the work being done. He clearly brings a significant amount of experience to projects and made several recommendations to help us achieve good results.
Description of Work: The project was restoration of an aged and neglected wood deck. The underlying support beam structure was good, but the decking boards needed to be refinished or, in many cases, replaced. The project took 4.5 days, during which Sweet Success removed rotted built-in planter boxes, replaced rotted boards, sanded the surfaces, and painted everything.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

a S.
12/2023
5.0
plastering
  + -1 more
Chris and his crew were very professional, respectful, and polite. Their work is exceptional. We had a water leak in our living room from the upstairs bathroom. After the plumbers were done, they left behind a very challenging job to hide all the pipes that were outside of our living room wall. They did such a fantastic job that no one would know the issues we had. They followed all the EPA Lead guidelines. Chris and his crew did a great job cleaning up after the project was completed. I would highly recommend Sweet Success Contractors to everyone. In fact, yesterday, I recommended them to my neighbor who saw the great job they did.
Description of Work: 1. plaster 2. drywall 3. interior painting 4. smoke and water damage

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jake M.
09/2023
5.0
plastering
  + -1 more
Thoughtful creative solutions, excellent results. Chris & his team did the finishing and plaster repair after we had knob & tube replaced on 2 floors. They also repaired and painted quite a bit of other areas and dog proofed our back yard. It all looks great. If you have an older home and want a contractor that cares about your home, it’s historic features and their work look no further. Communication was great throughout the project, Chris let me know when they ran into unexpected issues so their were no surprises at the end.
Description of Work: Plaster repair and finish work after knob & tube replacement on 2 floors

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$20,000

Jeffrey L.
08/2023
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
The project went extremely well! They showed up on time and finished on schedule and budget. I would not hesitate to recommend them to my friends and neighbors. The restoration looks as good as new!!
Description of Work: water damage restoration

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000

Robert B.
08/2023
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
Chris, Paul, and their team are prompt, thoughtful, and careful to do a great job with whatever project they take on. They are happy to make recommendations on how it may make sense to execute certain aspects of a project and lean on their experience to inform these opinions. In short, while you will pay more than for the other guys, you will get great work done on time and with minimal frustration.
Description of Work: Painted kitchen cabinets, light kitchen remodeling, repaired and painted front porch ceiling, remodeled laundry room

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$36,700

Nancy G.
08/2023
5.0
flooring contractor
  + -1 more
Chris and his entire team were very professional and did exceptional work installing flooring and drywall and reconstructing my closet. Their attention to detail and pride in their work produced results of the highest quality. I greatly appreciated Chris' and Paul's recommendations and finishing expertise and I couldn't be happier with the result. I agree wholeheartedly with all of their 5-star reviews!
Description of Work: Installed flooring and baseboard trim in two bedrooms, reconstructed closet including drywall, paint, shelving, light fixture, etc.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000

Stephanie K.
08/2023
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Chris and his team did a phenomenal job on my older Pittsburgh home. The scope of our work spanned plaster repair, tilework, painting, exterior repairs on eaves, as well as a fully remodeled bathroom. Due to the limited space between my house and the neighbors', it was a challenge to find a contractor who could reliably complete the repairs. Chris and Paul provided estimates for all of the individual projects that were scoped and provided a short timeline. They clearly communicated all steps during the process and all additional costs. The team was incredibly diligent and was prompt showing up at the site each day. Chris' passion for the work comes through in his desire to do the work correctly the first time--no shortcuts. I appreciated his work-ethic and attention to detail. I will be absolutely using Sweet Success Contracting for future projects.
Description of Work: plaster repair, drywall, drywall repair, tilework, interior painting, exterior painting, exterior repairs on eaves, full bathroom remodel

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000

Cheryl F.
08/2023
5.0
deck cleaning
  + -1 more
What a gift it was finding Sweet Success for our very detail orientent and challenging high off the ground project! We are so happy with the outcome and would hire them again in a heartbeat. They showed up when they said they would, worked hard, were considerate of our home, and their craftsmanship & attention to detail is hands down the best. If you are looking for true craftsmen who truely care about the projects they are working on and can guide you to the best solutions for your project as opposed to hiring someone just because they are the cheapest, Sweet Success is the right crew for you! We are thrilled!!
Description of Work: striped layers of peeling damaged product on our intricate wood deck railings and restoring them to their original beautiful glory. They also came up with a great solution to repair the damage along the deck edges that was created by the tile installers years ago.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,200

Sara R.
04/2023
5.0
house painters
  + -1 more
Sweet Success came to do a number of jobs for me - painting and caulking windows, painting a front door, installing insulation, replacing water damaged trim. They were very communicative-- showed up when they said they were going to show up, kept me informed on their plans and what was next. All of the work was excellent, and they seem to have deep and vast experience with old houses. I'm so pleased with the work performed and definitely plan to use them again.
Description of Work: Exterior/interior painting, insulation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jennifer M.
04/2023
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
We hired Sweet Success for an extensive kitchen/dining remodel as well as a total remodel of the bathroom off of the dining room and the addition of a small deck and stairs leading to the backyard. It involved knocking down the wall that separated the kitchen and dining room, gutting the kitchen, gutting the bathroom, raising the floor of a small mudroom/pantry off of the kitchen, laying down new flooring and many other details that, frankly, I hadn't even thought about until we had our first meeting. Paul sat down with us for about 2 hours for the first meeting to go over the scope of what we were looking for. We had another meeting after that at which point we were given our "homework." They were meticulous, thoughtful and did exactly what they said they would do in a shockingly accurate (and short) time frame. They estimated 5 - 6 weeks for the whole project. All of my friends who had experience with remodels told me to add at least 40% to whatever time frame we were given. They were amazed that our timeframe was correct. Paul and/or Chris and their crew showed up every morning and worked steadily until evening, Monday through Friday, for the full 6 weeks. The end result is fabulous and the craftsmanship excellent. We will absolutely be using Sweet Success for all future projects, big and small.
Description of Work: Demolition (removal of a wall; gutting kitchen; gutting bathroom) kitchen remodel bathroom remodel flooring electrical plumbing deck plaster drywall interior painting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$68,000

James L.
04/2023
5.0
drywall
  + -1 more
Hired Crhis and team for drywall, plaster, and indoor painting repairs due to burst pipe. Had extensive water damage and his crew worked quickly and efficiently to make the repairs. His knowledge was extensive and he was able to consult for various other home improvement projects including masonry/foundationg repairs. His clean up work was meticulous and I would love to hire him again for projects in the future.
Description of Work: Drywall repair, plaster, painting, exterior masonry work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Eric M.
04/2023
5.0
drywall
  + -1 more
The job was finished on time and within the estimated price range. The ceiling looks brand new! The texture of the finished kitchen ceiling is homogenous with that of the adjacent eating area, and the fresh coat of paint on both ceiling areas brought a a nice final touch to the work. Chris and his crew took meticulous care to protect the cabinetry in our kitchen and furniture in the surrounding rooms of our house from dust, etc., and they thoroughly cleaned up when they finished the job. The service Sweet Success provided was excellent, and professional. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Our kitchen ceiling needed repair work as a result of water damage sustained after pipes broke during the Christmas freeze. When he provided an estimate for the repair work, Chris noted irregularities in the kitchen ceiling texture and an adjacent ceiling in the eating area. We agreed that the new kitchen ceiling texture should be consistent with that of the eating area. We also agreed that some insulation needed to be installed in the kitchen ceiling near the outside wall of the house to protect the newly repaired water pipes.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,300

Kelsey H.
03/2023
5.0
This is the second job I've used Sweet Success for - and their work and communication is excellent.
Description of Work: Plaster repair and drywall replacement after water damage caused by a burst pipe.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,515

KEVIN W.
11/2022
5.0
plastering
  + -1 more
We've now used Chris and Paul Dallaba, along with their team, for two different sets of projects. With this latest set, the team tackled a ton of plaster, drywall, and painting as well as sealing walls in the basement. Upstairs, the walls and ceilings look great. The basement looks 100 times better and the spots prone to some seepage after rain has been dry since they finished. They also did a good amount of plumbing and electrical work. The fact that they can do all of these things well allowed us to knock off a ton of project without calling a lot of different contractors. I also appreciate that they provided a lot of upfront advice to give us an idea of which of our projects would provide us the most value. We'll definitely reach out to Sweet Success with our future project needs.
Description of Work: Plastering/Drywalling of cracked walls, ceilings, along with painting of each area impacted. Repainting front door. Fixing and drylocking basement walls. Recaulking of the bathroom fixtures. Replumbing the tub. Adding an electrical outlet, and more.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

David P.
10/2022
5.0
ceramic tile, siding, chimney repair, home remodeling, house painters
  + 3 more
Very pleased!! We have used Sweet Success Contractors for these three projects. Paul and his team did beautiful work - all now looks great and is solid for years to come. They were professional and explained things clearly to us from start to finish, making the whole experience easy and stress-free. Highly recommend!
Description of Work: Repair wood siding, re-tile shower and bathroom walls, repair mysterious bathroom leak and related wall damage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000

Harlan B.
09/2022
5.0
drywall, plastering, chimney repair, interior painters
  + 2 more
Terrific. Great Company. Highly recommend. From the initial contact from owner Chris. D. who gave us an estimate to fine workmenship and professionalism from Project manager Paul and assistant Rich.(Matt left early to attend to another job). Arrived on time, prepared work area and got going. Very detail oriented and you could see they were very skilled. Finished the job in a timely manner. Cleaned up well. Answered general questions. We are very pleased and would hire again for sure. Thank you for a successfully sweet outcome.
Description of Work: Restoration of Portion of Living Room Ceiling that had suffered water damage.(We had a nice sized hole) Painting of whole ceiling and 2 walls+

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,090

Scott B.
08/2022
5.0
siding, chimney repair, pressure washing, house painters
  + 2 more
Chris Dallaba and his son Paul, along with the crew did an excellent job of organizing and coordinating the rather extensive work that needed to be undertaken due to siding damage from insects and woodpeckers. They kept us informed of any unexpected additional work. During the three weeks on the job they were punctual in their work schedule, allowing us to schedule our activities accordingly. Because they covered doors and windows prior to working around them, overspray, drips, and spattering was essentially nil. At the conclusion of each workday they left the worksite neat and navigable. Although the cost of the project was expensive, it is reflected in the quality of the work; it was thoroughly and satisfactorily completed. We would engage Sweet Success Contractors for future projects on our house and do not hesitate to highly recommend them to other homeowners.
Description of Work: Repair and restoration of cedar siding on a 40 y/o house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000

John and Julie R.
08/2022
5.0
contractors, drywall, plastering, woodworking, interior painters
  + 3 more
After replacing the plumbing in our home, large sections of walls and ceilings which were opened to access the plumbing needed to be repaired. After receiving several quotes from various contractors, we decided to work with Chris Dallaba and Sweet Success Contractors. Chris arrived at the scheduled time and prepared a detailed estimate for the work. He also explained, with good detail, his company's emphasis on quality, which was most important to us. I explained to Chris our expectation was, after completion, that our home would look like the plumbing replacement never happened. The crew from Sweet Success Contractors arrived promptly each day and worked quickly and efficiently. They took great care to cover floors and furniture in the areas they were working and throughout the areas of our home where they were travelling. Communication throughout the duration of the project (3 days) was very good, and Chris stopped by each day to check on the progress and let us know the next steps. The project is now complete and WE ARE EXTREMELY PLEASED WITH THE RESULTS. Our home really does look like the plumbing replacement never happened. The after-project cleanup was thorough and the final bill was exactly what we were quoted. Chris Dallaba and Sweet Success Contractors met all of our expectations and we will definitely consider them for future projects in our home.
Description of Work: Repair of ceilings and walls after whole-house plumbing replacement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Lew J.
07/2022
5.0
plastering, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Chris is a dream to work with, a top-notch professional. I paid much more than what another contractor bid, and it was more than worth it. His setup was meticulous, with plastic sheets used in doorways to keep dust out of my house. The plaster work itself was perfect. Chris was also meticulous about cleaning up after the work was done. Cannot recommend highly enough!
Description of Work: Rpair water-damaged plaster & repaint

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900

JENNIFER H.
04/2022
5.0
plastering
  + -1 more
Chris and his crew repaired holes in walls that had been made throughout my 100-year old house as part of a rewiring job. He was on time and finished when he said he would. I was really pleased with the job that he did. I am calling him to get quotes for additional work.
Description of Work: Plaster repair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,900

Maureen D.
03/2022
5.0
plastering, interior painters
  + 0 more
Sweet Success repaired several areas that had previous water damage. They worked quickly and cleanly to correct the problem, and replastered and painted the affected areas (kitchen, dining room, bathroom). Everyone working on the project was respectful, and they always showed up on time. Highly recommend, I'm so happy with the end result.
Description of Work: Repair water-damaged plaster in 2 rooms

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Contact information

1508 RIVERSIDE RD, Verona, PA 15147

http://sweetsuccesscontractors.com

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
PA 591

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Interior Painting,
Plaster,
Drywall,
Exterior Painting,
Handyman Services,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Pressure Washing,
Decks and Porches,
Deck Maintenance,
General Remodeling,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Doors

FAQ

SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS offers a 0% senior discount.
No, SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS does not offer emergency services.
No, SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS does not offer warranties.
SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS offers the following services: Color consultations and design ideas. Custom millwork and epoxy patching. Deck, fence, and porch repairs and refinishing. Exotic and industrial coatings. Painting-interior and exterior (including paint removal.) Renovations and repairs to: plaster (including texture matching), drywall, moldings, floors. Stucco repairs. Wall and ceiling resurfacing. Wallpaper repair and removal. Water damage and mold repairs. Wood refinishing.

Contact information

1508 RIVERSIDE RD, Verona, PA 15147

http://sweetsuccesscontractors.com

Service hours

Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM