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Kitchen Saver

10315 South Dolfield Road
4.72(
501
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Approved Pro

Kitchen Saver

10315 South Dolfield Road
4.72(
501
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
195 local quotes requested

Have a designer look at the fraction of the cost of a total kitchen remodel! Kitchen Saver® opened its doors in 1979, offering cabinet refacing and kitchen remodeling services. Our reputation for excellent workmanship and for using quality, long-lasting materials grew. Over time, our services evolved from traditional cabinet refacing services into the Custom Cabinet Renewal process, the foundation of which enhances and improves the structural integrity of a customer’s existing cabinetry. Involving the addition of custom-made drawer fronts and doors, available in a variety of beautiful styles and colors, Custom Cabinet Renewal breathes new life into kitchens at a fraction of the expense and time of traditional remodeling. Thanks to our innovative process, incredible craftsmanship, and unwavering dedication to excellence, we have amassed a long list of satisfied customers. Prepare to be impressed.

"We had a great experience with Kitchen Saver. Taylor, our salesman, was patient and took all the time necessary to answer our questions. Bernie visited our house twice to secure all the measurements needed, so that he could place the order for our handmade cabinets. And last, but not least, Nathan Reichert, our installer. Wow! He was incredibly meticulous with installing our new cabinets. The quality of both the cabinets and drawers are superb. Thank you Nathan for everything you’ve done for our kitchen. We absolutely love it."

Lisa R on June 2025

Have a designer look at the fraction of the cost of a total kitchen remodel! Kitchen Saver® opened its doors in 1979, offering cabinet refacing and kitchen remodeling services. Our reputation for excellent workmanship and for using quality, long-lasting materials grew. Over time, our services evolved from traditional cabinet refacing services into the Custom Cabinet Renewal process, the foundation of which enhances and improves the structural integrity of a customer’s existing cabinetry. Involving the addition of custom-made drawer fronts and doors, available in a variety of beautiful styles and colors, Custom Cabinet Renewal breathes new life into kitchens at a fraction of the expense and time of traditional remodeling. Thanks to our innovative process, incredible craftsmanship, and unwavering dedication to excellence, we have amassed a long list of satisfied customers. Prepare to be impressed.

"We had a great experience with Kitchen Saver. Taylor, our salesman, was patient and took all the time necessary to answer our questions. Bernie visited our house twice to secure all the measurements needed, so that he could place the order for our handmade cabinets. And last, but not least, Nathan Reichert, our installer. Wow! He was incredibly meticulous with installing our new cabinets. The quality of both the cabinets and drawers are superb. Thank you Nathan for everything you’ve done for our kitchen. We absolutely love it."

Lisa R on June 2025


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NCK PAINTING & DRYWALL INC.

808 N Argonne Ave
5.00(
15
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Approved Pro

NCK PAINTING & DRYWALL INC.

808 N Argonne Ave
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
115 local quotes requested

Licensed, insured, and owner operated painting, drywall, and remodeling company. 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Staff were professional, timely, quiet, careful with bathroom items, efficient workers, and friendly. After we discussed replacing the exhaust fan, they selected the most functional and economical fan without us having to pick it. I was very pleased with the quality work."

Christine H on October 2025

Licensed, insured, and owner operated painting, drywall, and remodeling company. 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Staff were professional, timely, quiet, careful with bathroom items, efficient workers, and friendly. After we discussed replacing the exhaust fan, they selected the most functional and economical fan without us having to pick it. I was very pleased with the quality work."

Christine H on October 2025


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Jim the Handyman

2950 Chichester Ln
4.75(
516
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Jim the Handyman

2950 Chichester Ln
4.75(
516
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 years of experience

Jim The Handyman is a family run handyman business established in 1984 in Northern Virginia. We offer a wide range of services and free estimates, so we can get your home to-do list checked off, and your house in tip top shape! Jim The Handyman specializes in the home improvement and repair industry with our core competencies being carpentry, drywall, door installation and repair, screen and window repair, tiling and tile repair, caulking, painting, pressure washing, furniture repair and assembly, light bulb and filter replacement, odd jobs, and small jobs. We pride ourselves on our quality work, cleanliness, and trustworthy service. We’re licensed and insured, and have references on hand for your peace of mind. Give us a call so we can get your house in tip-top shape!

"Jim The Handyman did an excellent job repairing the damaged ends of our windowsills. After sanding, caulking, priming and painting, they look new again. The technician was courteous, timely, friendly, and effective. We plan to have him come back at some point to do the remaining windowsills. Thank you for doing such outstanding work."

Wiley C on September 2025

Jim The Handyman is a family run handyman business established in 1984 in Northern Virginia. We offer a wide range of services and free estimates, so we can get your home to-do list checked off, and your house in tip top shape! Jim The Handyman specializes in the home improvement and repair industry with our core competencies being carpentry, drywall, door installation and repair, screen and window repair, tiling and tile repair, caulking, painting, pressure washing, furniture repair and assembly, light bulb and filter replacement, odd jobs, and small jobs. We pride ourselves on our quality work, cleanliness, and trustworthy service. We’re licensed and insured, and have references on hand for your peace of mind. Give us a call so we can get your house in tip-top shape!

"Jim The Handyman did an excellent job repairing the damaged ends of our windowsills. After sanding, caulking, priming and painting, they look new again. The technician was courteous, timely, friendly, and effective. We plan to have him come back at some point to do the remaining windowsills. Thank you for doing such outstanding work."

Wiley C on September 2025


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JW Home Improvement

849 Quince Orchard Blvd
4.39(
5,503
)
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JW Home Improvement

849 Quince Orchard Blvd
4.39(
5,503
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1796 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

"Made appointment for them to come over for an estimate (which they charge for) between 9-12 today. They are a no show. I wasted the whole morning on them. DO NOT recommend."

Jeff H on October 2025

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

"Made appointment for them to come over for an estimate (which they charge for) between 9-12 today. They are a no show. I wasted the whole morning on them. DO NOT recommend."

Jeff H on October 2025


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Construction Systems Inc

12110 Mountain Rd
3.90(
10
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Construction Systems Inc

12110 Mountain Rd
3.90(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
185 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

Construction Systems is your expert contractor to turn to when you need home improvement services. Construction Systems is a fully insured, bond-compatible, family-owned business, having been in service for over 25 years. We are a Class B Contractor and hold licenses in the states of Virginia and Maryland and in DC. Customer satisfaction is a priority to us, and because of that we are members of the Better Business Bureau and the Property Management Association. Since 2004 we have achieved outstanding customer satisfaction levels with our clients. We believe in doing a job right the first time and consequently develop excellent communication with our clients. We listen to your needs and wants, work within your budget and give information and design suggestions when needed. Class B contractor Va State - 2705 092997 - Up to 120k per job, fully insured, 25 employees family owned. Additional address: 344 Maple Ave. W #133, Vienna, VA 22180 Additional email: [email protected] Additional service areas: Chevy Chase & Washington D.C

"After painstaking research and false starts, I found Construction Systems and glad I did! The crew was professional - defined as on time, detail oriented, efficient, thorough, patient in addressing my concerns, and top notch work. They ensured the gable work was excellent before calling it done. Joe’s estimate work was good and reasonably priced. Peace of mind knowing the job was priced well, done right, on time, and site cleaned up are invaluable."

Nora F on July 2024

Construction Systems is your expert contractor to turn to when you need home improvement services. Construction Systems is a fully insured, bond-compatible, family-owned business, having been in service for over 25 years. We are a Class B Contractor and hold licenses in the states of Virginia and Maryland and in DC. Customer satisfaction is a priority to us, and because of that we are members of the Better Business Bureau and the Property Management Association. Since 2004 we have achieved outstanding customer satisfaction levels with our clients. We believe in doing a job right the first time and consequently develop excellent communication with our clients. We listen to your needs and wants, work within your budget and give information and design suggestions when needed. Class B contractor Va State - 2705 092997 - Up to 120k per job, fully insured, 25 employees family owned. Additional address: 344 Maple Ave. W #133, Vienna, VA 22180 Additional email: [email protected] Additional service areas: Chevy Chase & Washington D.C

"After painstaking research and false starts, I found Construction Systems and glad I did! The crew was professional - defined as on time, detail oriented, efficient, thorough, patient in addressing my concerns, and top notch work. They ensured the gable work was excellent before calling it done. Joe’s estimate work was good and reasonably priced. Peace of mind knowing the job was priced well, done right, on time, and site cleaned up are invaluable."

Nora F on July 2024


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Mendez Painting Services LLC

3119 24th St S
4.54(
296
)
Approved Pro

Mendez Painting Services LLC

3119 24th St S
4.54(
296
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
321 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

We are family owned & operated. We provide custom painting for the interior and exterior of your home and your drywall needs as well as General remodeling projects. We specialize in providing exceptional customer service and have over 19 years experience. No subs are used. No job is too big or too small for us to handle. We are licence to work in Washington and Maryland From the Washington Dc Home Improvement licensing department Thank you it will be a pleasure to services you In your home Improvement projects

"It went really well; succeeded. Very professional, I would hire him again."

Dale J on October 2025

We are family owned & operated. We provide custom painting for the interior and exterior of your home and your drywall needs as well as General remodeling projects. We specialize in providing exceptional customer service and have over 19 years experience. No subs are used. No job is too big or too small for us to handle. We are licence to work in Washington and Maryland From the Washington Dc Home Improvement licensing department Thank you it will be a pleasure to services you In your home Improvement projects

"It went really well; succeeded. Very professional, I would hire him again."

Dale J on October 2025


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Alpha Home Services, LLC

6527 Hackberry St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro

Alpha Home Services, LLC

6527 Hackberry St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Alpha Home Services was such a big help! I had a water leak incident that damaged the floor and ceiling of my home and Alpha Home Services was able to come quickly and open the ceiling and take out the dry wall. The first day they came they laid out all the plastic and closed off the damaged area and took out the dry wall to let air dry the foundation of the home. The next day they let it dry and came to check and spray to ensure there would be no mold. After they came again to install new dry wall and paint. They also were able to give me an estimate for all the damages and talk to my insurance company for the claim. I was able to get my claim and my home repaired in no time. Thank you again!"

Selamawit M on November 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Alpha Home Services was such a big help! I had a water leak incident that damaged the floor and ceiling of my home and Alpha Home Services was able to come quickly and open the ceiling and take out the dry wall. The first day they came they laid out all the plastic and closed off the damaged area and took out the dry wall to let air dry the foundation of the home. The next day they let it dry and came to check and spray to ensure there would be no mold. After they came again to install new dry wall and paint. They also were able to give me an estimate for all the damages and talk to my insurance company for the claim. I was able to get my claim and my home repaired in no time. Thank you again!"

Selamawit M on November 2023


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Manuel Remodeling

4722 Dane Ridge Cir
4.80(
23
)
Approved Pro

Manuel Remodeling

4722 Dane Ridge Cir
4.80(
23
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
15 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Manuel Remodeling is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"I highly recommend Manuel! I requested a quote and for the job to be done within 1 - 2 days in which he responded. I hired him to redo a walkin closet previously done by another company but not to my satisfaction's. His work is exceptional and I truly appreciate the thoroughness and professionalism he displayed throughout the project. He is a life saver. Thank you Manuel, very much appreciated! Great work!! "

Christi M on September 2025

Manuel Remodeling is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"I highly recommend Manuel! I requested a quote and for the job to be done within 1 - 2 days in which he responded. I hired him to redo a walkin closet previously done by another company but not to my satisfaction's. His work is exceptional and I truly appreciate the thoroughness and professionalism he displayed throughout the project. He is a life saver. Thank you Manuel, very much appreciated! Great work!! "

Christi M on September 2025


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EFE Construction

14611 Rainy Spring Ln
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro

EFE Construction

14611 Rainy Spring Ln
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Efe Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"EFE did a great job remodeling our closet and replacing the door. They are very professional, courteous, and a great value. I will definitely hire them again. "

Kerry T on August 2025

Efe Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"EFE did a great job remodeling our closet and replacing the door. They are very professional, courteous, and a great value. I will definitely hire them again. "

Kerry T on August 2025


King General Contracting

P.O. Box 1909
4.50(
116
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Approved Pro

King General Contracting

P.O. Box 1909
4.50(
116
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

King General Contracting, specializes in Exterior and Interior Home Repairs, Remodels and Upgrades. Our loyal list of Clients include Real Estate Brokers, Investors and Insurance Companies. We have the Experience, the Equipment and Skilled Staff for a vast range of projects like Demolition, Stucco, Stud Framing, Drop Ceilings, Flooring. We take pride in our Craftsmanship and enjoy delivering a functional Home or Commercial environment on every project we perform on. Our Owners experience in Commercial Project Management reflects in our Craftsmanship.

"If you’re lucky enough to hire Oscar and his crew at King General Contracting, consider your job handled—and handled with integrity, skill, and professionalism. From start to finish, he was honest, transparent, and incredibly hardworking. He shows up on time, sticks to the budget, and most importantly—does exactly what he says he will do, without shortcuts or surprises. The quality of his work? Exceptional. Every detail was done with care and craftsmanship. You can tell he takes real pride in doing the job right, not just fast. I will call Oscar and King General Contracting from now on. Highly, highly recommended."

Paul M on August 2025

King General Contracting, specializes in Exterior and Interior Home Repairs, Remodels and Upgrades. Our loyal list of Clients include Real Estate Brokers, Investors and Insurance Companies. We have the Experience, the Equipment and Skilled Staff for a vast range of projects like Demolition, Stucco, Stud Framing, Drop Ceilings, Flooring. We take pride in our Craftsmanship and enjoy delivering a functional Home or Commercial environment on every project we perform on. Our Owners experience in Commercial Project Management reflects in our Craftsmanship.

"If you’re lucky enough to hire Oscar and his crew at King General Contracting, consider your job handled—and handled with integrity, skill, and professionalism. From start to finish, he was honest, transparent, and incredibly hardworking. He shows up on time, sticks to the budget, and most importantly—does exactly what he says he will do, without shortcuts or surprises. The quality of his work? Exceptional. Every detail was done with care and craftsmanship. You can tell he takes real pride in doing the job right, not just fast. I will call Oscar and King General Contracting from now on. Highly, highly recommended."

Paul M on August 2025

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

If the bowing basement wall is less than 2 inches, steel or carbon fiber straps are the best solution. For bowing that is more than 2 inches, wall anchors are the most effective. A contractor can help you decide the best method of repair for your home's foundation and also address the root cause of the trouble.

A few signs that you need a new door frame include:

  • The door no longer fits properly in its frame and sticks or scrapes.

  • You notice cracks, holes, or rotting.

  • You feel a draft coming from around the door when it’s closed.

  • You find yourself frequently needing to make repairs.

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