"I needed stucco repair work on an old chimney (and other spots). Grady was meticulous and thoughtful on what approaches and materials would work. Throughout the project they allocated sufficient time for each treatment to cure and inspected the work before proceeding to the next step. Grady started the project with no money down and only required ongoing payments for materials until the project was well underway. The final payment was due only after they did a final inspection. Total project cost was also below other bids."
"Mr Chuck Hipp was very professional and accommodating. He and his crew showed up when they said they would, and they were polite and diligent. When they were done, the steps looked like they were brand new, rather than 25 years old and they cleaned up the work area so you couldn't even tell they had been there. Chuck answered all of our (many) questions and gave helpful advice that saved us money. He even had his crew level our AC pad at no additional charge. I would not hesitate to call on Hipp Masonry Works for any future masonry needs and we recommend him without reservation. "
"How often does it happen that one of the lowest bids ends up being the best product and service? Rarely, but it really was in this case. We received 7 bids in total. One as high as $40,000.00 (get real). Anyway, Window Depot had outstanding service and was very responsive to our many questions and concerns as we were deciding which company to choose. We checked with all the big names and even 2 private contractors. Window Depot was within $100 of the lowest and because of the responsiveness of the owner, Steve, and their manager Summer the choice was easy. Even their mid grade window was very high quality. You could immediately notice a difference in reduced outside noise and comfort in the house. The installation crew, Cory and Adam, did a great job. They are both detail oriented, reliable, and friendly. They always showed up when scheduled and did an excellent job of cleaning up after the job, inside and out. I could not have been happier with the quality of the windows, their installation, or our interaction with the company. My wife and I have already recommended Window Depot to others and would strongly encourage Angie's list members to give them a call and get a quote if you are considering replacement windows."
"Great,a year later i needed a door to be installed,gave them $180 down,had a Balance of about $4,000 to owe,ran in some serious broiler problems,$2,800 worth,couldn't get the door,I called them bout the $180,they said there was no refund,so I was out that money,my Windows cost me $13,000 dollors,it's disappointing they could refund my $180."
"Excellent customer service. I had significant buildup on my roof, and they cleared it all away. My roof is shaped so that there are some difficult nooks and crannies to access, but they got it all."
The original plan was for Diana Construction to do a full remodeling of my Master Bathroom (MBth), as well as a Half Bath (HBth). The HBth was so-so in condition to start with, but the MBth had sorely needed help since the day I had bought the place. I had decided back then that when I did have a remodeling it would have marked improvements for my needs (such as a shower with ceiling-high tile, and doors & shower spray high enough to handle a near 6-ft guy without him having to stoop deeply; this also included new chair-height toilets for comfort). The DC contractor representative, Pete Rivera, walked me through the separate contracts for both rooms, and using the Angie?s list deal for the MBth. Later he drew up a similar albeit scaled down version of the contract for the HBth. I need to repeat here that the original Angie?s List deal was meant for bathroom work, and was so applied to the MBth work. The upgrades and additional requirements in the MBth were what raised to cost so; also the HBth was done as a completely separate contract.
1. Master Bath: The work on the MBth included removal of pretty much everything. The team nicely gutted the place to start from scratch (while carefully remaining within the assigned dimensions of that room, in accordance with strict HOA rules). The team rebuilt the flooring (set in mortar) to equal the old flooring, and then added a layer of dura-rock (tile backer) for my tub/shower to reach the ceiling (for later installation of the tiles themselves. After the tiling and painting, a cast-iron tub brought up and installed with a tall set of sliding doors. To make the bath even more special, I had DC install a niche (also tiled) in the middle of the shower wall. Great for placing shampoo and other items! To top it off ? and to assist me in maneuvering in the shower with some stability, Pete added a combination short grab-bar & shelf for bath items. My bathroom now has a vanity sporting a granite top this time, with recessed ceiling lights, a larger custom all-wood medicine cabinet, and an additional larger wooden wall cabinet over the new toilet. Finally, an old rickety bathroom closet was revitalized with new open shelving plus a built-in cabinet below with its own granite top for show and practicality. In the end, this bathroom was transformed from the poor example it was. At a mere 52 sqft, it's not like those huge palatial bathrooms you?d typically see in ads, but the effort done within that fixed space was beautiful to me!
2. Half-Bath: As described above, the HBth work was a scaled down version of the MBth. Like the MBth, the DC team installed tiling, fresh paint, and cabinetry (scaled down of course) with a new sink, faucet, mirror, a beautiful lighting fixture and again a chair-height toilet. I?ll be adding a little set of shelves myself, over the toilet, but this bathroom has turned out to be a pretty little package.
Concluding remarks: When all was done, I now have a gorgeous pair of bathrooms! I admittedly wasn't thrilled that the final costs incurred were a few factors above the original Angie?s Deal; but I fully understand that this was something to be expected, given the fact that I had tacked on additional work to this contract; plus, I had very much wanted to upgrade the quality of both bathrooms. So I accepted that some of the items required for this task would not come cheap, but they will in the long run give great value and are built to last (e.g., cast-iron tub beats cheapo fiberglass anytime). The DC people were doing really hard work (tearing up the old tile and mortared flooring, cutting and setting tiles, and hauling that iron tub up three floors), but all acted like pros. Pete Rivera proved to be an excellent employer and manager ? smart, experienced, with a good eye for décor, and not afraid to get his hands dirty or banged up. I am impressed! In the future, I believe there may come the opportunity for more work on my place ? and so I?ll keep DC on my speed dial (and of course, keep an eye out for any Angie?s List deals for that later day).
"While they were not free for 2 weeks, they accommodated my request for services ASAP, and came on a Sunday afternoon. Man and woman arrived with supplies except for vacuum. All my requests were completed. Thought the mopping of the wood floors was too wet, so I asked them not to finish. Need to use a steamer next time. Over 2 hrs."
"we started out trying to do it custom but due to a number of challenges he recommended ordering pre-cut kits and installing them which turned out to be a great recommendation and it turned out great. "
Options include tempered, laminated, and tinted glass for various needs.
Although glass block windows are made of multiple layers of thick glass, they can still break. If an individual block shatters, it can be removed and replaced, but this is a job for a window repair professional. The project is often complex and may require breaking the block further for removal. Do not attempt to handle it yourself, as the broken glass can be dangerously sharp. A professional will have the necessary tools and expertise to replace the broken glass block quickly and safely. Before hiring, confirm that the repair pro has experience with this specific type of window.
New glass costs anywhere from $3 to $100 per square foot. More specifically, tempered and insulated glass—a common option for sliding glass doors—costs between $10 and $14 per square foot.
Glass walls are more expensive overall than their brick or drywall counterparts. However, if you need walls for a building with more than two or three stories, glass walls are the more budget-friendly option.
You can still see vaguely into some types of glass block windows at night. Although there won’t be clear definitions, passersby may still see shapes, shadows, and movement through the glass. If you want complete privacy, consider installing diamond glass block windows rather than the typical clear or wavy glass blocks.
The Hampton, VA homeowners’ guide to glass block services
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Find out the average glass wall cost, including installation, materials, and ways to save. Get transparent pricing and tips for your glass wall project.
Glass block walls are having a resurgence in home-design popularity. If you’re building a curved wall using glass blocks, follow these tips for success.
