Should general contractors be certified or licensed?

<div>While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

How do I choose the best woodworker for my home project?

<div>Every woodworker has different skills and experience, so we recommend asking the following questions when hiring a woodworker for your project:<ul><li>How long have you been in the woodworking industry?</li><li>What experience do you have with my type of project?</li><li>Do you have customer references I can speak with?</li><li>How long do you expect my project to take?</li><li>What is my recourse if I have an issue with your work?</li><li>Do you charge hourly or per project?</li><li>Will you work on-site or in your own workshop?</li><li>Does your fee include the necessary post-job clean-up?</li></ul></div>

What is the difference between a woodworker and a carpenter?

<div>While they perform similar tasks, a carpenter is responsible for the woodworking that goes into construction—like framing, installing sheathing, and hanging kitchen cabinets—while a woodworker tackles more intricate and custom projects—like building custom furniture and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-wainscoting.htm">installing wainscoting</a>. Based on these definitions, most woodworkers can tackle the jobs of a carpenter, but you should always ask about your specific project when choosing a woodworker to ensure they have the necessary skills to tackle the job.</div>

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Reviewed in October 2010
Robert was a life saver. The contractor stopped work and abandoned the project. Robert was willing to come back and complete the work for me in a timely fashion. He also did carpentry on the deck so that I could pass a framing inspection that my contractor had failed 5 times! Robert did not...
Roc Electrical LLc
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Reviewed in May 2018
Flawless. Easy to work with, great price, great communication, punctual, and high-quality work performed. Extremely happy and I plan to hire again as soon as I am ready to take on the next project.
JC Custom Painting LLC
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Reviewed in August 2011
While conducting other work at my house, Home Services - VA pointed out the rotted wood surrounding the octagon window. Home Services - VA checked outside to see how much wood damage there was and what costs would be involved in the repair. I had a cabinet full of different wood stains, so...
Home Services-VA
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Reviewed in May 2017
Very slow to respond to service request/quote. Had to call several times to get job scheduled. Good workers. Knowledgeable & experienced. No time wasted on the job.
Williamsburg Maintenance Inc
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Reviewed in April 2010
Bob and his wife were great. Showed up when they said they would and completed the work within the timeframe they estimated. Completed the framing and came back a few days later (after the inspection) and completed the drywall.
Resident Handyman
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Reviewed in April 2014
Mr. Handyman's carpenter was skilled and knowledgeable. He consulted me, the homeowner, when needed. We are happy with the work that was done. Al Stark, the president, was very professional. Any issues that came up were resolved to our satisfaction.
Mr. Handyman of the Fredericksburg Region
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Reviewed in July 2021
Extremely disappointing! Very disrespectful and unprofessional. Clint Mallory was the person that Angie's List sent to have an on-site consultation with me to discuss and assess building a garage on my property. First, he schedules an appointment to come by on Tuesday at 3:30, he never shows nor...
Mallory's Restorations Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2013
The floors had been needing some attention for the past few years but I didn't really have the extra funds available to have them re done. I called Stanley Contractors and received a free estimate. the price was great and they worked with me on the payments. I would highly recommend Stanley...
Stanley Contractors LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
Gary was great, we'd receive an appraisal and there were a few things that needed to be fixed before we could close. Gary came out the same day provided an estimate and also noticed some other minor things, we contacted two other handymen but Gary's estimate was the lowest. He came out on...
Carlise's Home Improvement
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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction

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WE SPECIALIZE IN THE HISTORICAL REPAIR AND RESTORATIONS FOR INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR. WE WORK THE WHOLE STATE OF NEW JERSEY, MARYLAND, WASHINGTON DC, CONNECTICUT, VIRGINA AND MASSACHUSETTS. WE ARE LICENSED AND INSURED IN ALL STATES. WE ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL, ANY JOB SMALL OR LARGE. CONSULTATION AND TRANSPORTATION FEES WILL APPLY. WE DO WINDOW REPAIR. PLASTER REPAIRS. AND ALL MASONRY REPAIRS

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

"We had cracks in the dyed mortar of the bricks above our garage. Grady took the time to match the color, even with the color having aged 10 years, and you would not even be able to tell that there was new mortar. If your project is anything like ours, you will not be disappointed."

Bradley S on August 2024

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