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Organized Spaces
4.9(
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Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

At Generations Construction LLC, we understand that your home is not just a place; it’s an extension of who you are. That’s why we approach every project with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to professionalism. Our team works closely with each client to ensure that their vision is realized through high-quality workmanship and personalized service.

Lake House: Open concept kitchen/dining, lake view, soft pine "hardwood" floor with decorative "plugs" to cover floor fastening system. No white paint....all ceilings, trim, baseboards and walls have a color.
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+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Finely Finished
5.0(
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Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

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"Andrew came and installed doors and windows and then fine tuned the mistakes the previous installers made. We didn't know the door could work so smoothly until he fixed it for us. We will certainly call him again for any home improvement needs we have. He was very professional and knowledgeable!"
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+37

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

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"Preston of G-1 Plumbing performed the services and addressed the toilet & drain problem. He was unable to stop leak(made it worse) & submitted his recs to Choice Home for review. I was unable to understand Choice Home's response regarding the faucet leak. Their review stated faucet needed to be replaced BUT it was under "builder's warranty." I built this home in 2005. There is no "builder's warranty" now. I cancelled the proposed work order & paid out-of-pocket. A Friend, who was familiar with my builder and knows faucet components, came to my home, adjusted/cleaned the faucet cartridge and stopped the leak. The CHW tech, Preston, is conscientiuos, however, IMHO lacked the knowledge & experience to stop my leak. Home Warranty Companies, at least in my area, hire owner/operators who need the work to build their business and are NOT the most experienced/knowledgeable & are willing to work for less money. In my experience, Home Warranty Companies want the CHEAPEST resolution, not the BEST. I would recommend G-1 Plumbing for most plumbing issues."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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M&S Construction and Installations
3.9(
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

We are a family owned business, we have 10 years worth of construction experience and we take pride in our work. 100% customer satisfaction is our #1 goal and we can promise “YOU” The job will be done RIGHT the first time, we insure this by giving the customer a 1 year labor warranty on any job that we complete that covers anything and everything that could possibly go wrong your fault or ours. Call anytime 24/7 865-776-9662

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
South Gate Home Improvements
5.0(
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

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I had tile flooring installed last year in my kitchen and noticed how the grout was cracking throughout the kitchen. I called South Gate Home Improvements for an estimate to replace the tile. With a very reasonable estimate I had them to install the new tile.

Prior to him installing my new tile he showed me how the previous contractor did not screw down the backer board but used roofing nails instead which was the reason for my grout cracking. He spent the time correcting the deficiency and installed the new tile. The design I chose called for some precise cuts with the tile. Mr. Perabeau took his time and now I have beautiful solid tile flooring. I highly recommend him for all your remodeling needs."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Home Repair Co
3.6(
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Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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"Home Repair Co were fine. I only met with the gentleman to get the estimate. He was very prompt. He was able to see me within a day or so of calling. They were a bit overpriced but the gentleman was very friendly and I'm sure they do good work, they were just a little overpriced for what I wanted done. I was able to get the work done for about half of what they estimated. He was a very nice gentleman."
Recommended by55%of homeowners
American Building, LLC
2.6(
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Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

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"American building did a superb job on building my home!! I had fired 2 previous contractors (cost me some money) had been living in my little 5th wheel trailer look’n at a foundation I had poured 2 years prior think’n I’d never find a builder to finish my home. By the Grace of God was this lady named Shelley from American Building! I gave her the plans I had, we had to modify slightly. A real pleasure to work with her & the sub contractors she provided were top-notch! I have no reservations on recommending American Building, LLC! Easy to work with & you better be dog gone ready to build; from color choices, to textures & fixtures, carpet or laminate or both & where! How do want your closet too!! I could go on & on & I’m more than willing to chat with anyone who is wanting to build a home, or other dream!!"
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 Bathroom with Laminate Countertops
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+18

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
2.7(
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Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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"The contracted the work off to a third party. Jon took longer than expected. The windows was installed pretty good from the looks. Communication could have been better with knowing the job will take longer and what types of trims I wanted for the windows. As the contractor that was hired for this job by this company. Did a good job with putting up decent trim. As for the new windows they look great. I purchased the myself and hired sentri homes to install them. I will need to have a my siding on my house redone to be closer to the new windows so the gaps are not so obvious. That was not expected at first. But from old storm windows and not knowing how they were put in originally. There was some unknown things that was learned from the job being completed. I will have the siding of the house slightly done to match really good for what I wanted later on. My only concern is better communication with sentri homes. Overall they were great when I did talk to them."
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Home Building FAQs, answered by experts

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