Jastar is a family-owned company with over 20 years of experience in construction. Offering both residential and commercial construction services, this family-owned business takes pride in being personable and efficient. When you contact us, you're reaching the owner directly. This clear line of communication allows our business to provide the best service plans for each customer. We work hard to make sure all needs are met, and expectations are exceeded.
"The company customer service was excellent. They let me know the status of the job faithfully. The job was completed in a timely fashion. They provided information to me that I didn't know about my roof and explained everything about the project to fix it. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who need a roof job done."
"Very detailed. Goes above and beyond to ensure we were satisfied. I would highly recommend CJ's construction to anyone. Thank you for an outstanding job!"
"Initially Great! Jason came out and was very honest and knowledgeable. He shared what he would recommend to help with my structural damage / cracks and promptly sent out a report. After I made my decision to secure their services the contact was lacking. A timeline or update would of put my mind at ease between the time they received the deposit and the actual services started. The work started and each day there was progress. Totally pleased. The final walk through: - Had a sticking door and was shown a trick to correct that by placing a rag in the door jam, the soil placed back in the ground was lumpy and full of brick/stone, brick mortar was not the right color but thought it would just lighten as it dried. A few months later...the mortar is definitely not the right color, there isn't a strap to hold down my downspouts and one of the downspouts fell off. I haven't contacted the company to correct as I will just live with the color and rig my own downspouts. The great news is I feel secure about the foundation work. "
"Wilbur was on time and did a top notch job! The only draw back was that a good deal of time was spent setting things up, taping and laying down plastic."
"It went very, very well. Mr. Wayland was polite, professional and very personable. He showed great knowledge in all areas regarding the different projects .He did an outstanding job with everything. He was very tidy and conscientious. Very reasonable in his prices. I am now going to contract him to stain and repair my deck and build wood siding around my chimney, I know it will look great !"
"2 gentleman from Walls Construction and Handyman came out and cleaned gutters thoroughly. While there they did free roof inspection and found that 2 roof boots were cracked. They notified me and I told them to go ahead and repair them. They are one of the most outstanding companies I have ever had come out and do work on my house. Greg Maratto was very polite, experienced and just an over all joy. The office staff was also very polite and professional. I would definitely recommend using this company for any of your construction/handyman needs. "
"Excellent - I ended up hiring someone to help with shopping and finishing piece - waste of time and money. Jill's service was by far the most useful and best value in my decorating process. "
"Ben was very professional - walked us through all the details of the work that needed to be done, let us know in advance that all the plywood might need to be replaced, depending on its condition, and gave us two prices for the work. Work was done is a timely manner, and he dealt with all aspects of the job promptly and professionally. We were very pleased with Ben's work, and recommend him without reservation."
You have three options in terms of professionals who can draw up blueprints: a draftsperson, an architect, or a structural engineer. A draftsperson can sometimes draw up plans for new construction, but they more often work from approved plans for alterations or to provide 3D drawings. Architects are usually the best option for standard residential construction projects. Structural engineers might be necessary for custom home builds or for alterations that could affect your home’s structural integrity. Draftsmen cost the least of the three, followed by architects and then structural engineers.
Dekton is worth the money for homeowners who want a nonporous countertop that resists heat, stains, water, scratches, and UV damage. It comes in a wide array of colors and patterns at various price points to suit different renovation budgets. Dekton is not worth the cost for homeowners who are particularly worried about chipping or cracking.
Stone, marble, and brick are common building materials of Neoclassical architecture, though you will also find wood flooring and a range of natural stone tiles. Since several home styles fall under Neoclassical architects' umbrella, a range of building materials—including traditional wood framing—will make an appearance.
The only real drawback to green building is that it’s more expensive up front, with per-square-foot prices sitting 33% higher than what you’d pay to build a traditional home. The higher cost is due to more expensive building materials and more labor to ensure every aspect of the home is as efficient as possible. However, green buildings often save money in the long run, so this is just a temporary downside.
The costs depend on the type of wood, labor, roofing material, permits, and whether additional storage or enclosed walls are included.
The Boykins, VA homeowners’ guide to subcontracting services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
There are several steps you should take before hiring one or several subcontractors. This guide leads you through the necessary research and questions you should ask before hiring a subcontractor for your next home project.
Learning how to hire subcontractors can help your home renovation run smoothly, whether you’re a general contractor or a homeowner handling things directly.
A general contractor is an essential but costly part of a construction project. Learn how to be your own general contractor for your next home improvement project.