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QPearce Excavation and Land Clearing

1440 Tinmouth Rd
5.00(
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•Approved Pro

QPearce Excavation and Land Clearing

1440 Tinmouth Rd
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

QPearce Excavation and Land Clearing 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. Please give us a call today!

"They are on time,do quality work, they finished the project.."

Mark on November 2022

QPearce Excavation and Land Clearing 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. Please give us a call today!

"They are on time,do quality work, they finished the project.."

Mark on November 2022

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Northern Basement Systems

358 Gallison Hill Road
4.33(
7
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•Approved Pro

Northern Basement Systems

358 Gallison Hill Road
4.33(
7
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
29 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

Northern Basement Systems, 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.

"I strongly caution anyone considering doing business with this company. I gave them a deposit of $4,428.65, and when I canceled a week later they kept almost $900 of it even though my service was not for another 6 weeks. You do sign a very simple, clearly stated document that says: should you cancel beyond three business days, you understand your deposit is non-refundable. Northern Basements may choose to refund depending on cancellation circumstances I fully acknowledge that I canceled a few days outside that window, but I hoped an honest company that cares about customers and referrals would choose to provide a full refund. I am a sucker for hoping that. They chose to risk my impression, referral, and review for $885.53. If nothing else comes out of this, I hope everyone reading at least goes in knowing that this statement on their contract is a real threat and your deposit is a hostage. Even Air b and bs offer full refunds on deposits within just a few days of their arrival date. 3 days to cancel with service not scheduled for 6 weeks out, Come on man. No materials were used. No service workers time was taken. The manager justified the 20% withholding as credit card fees, restocking fees, time and resources for the estimate, and administrative fees. I wholly accepted responsibility for the credit card fees and time of Paul, the gentleman who performed the assessment, and I offered to settle at 10%. I still believe any reputable company would have provided a full refund at this point in a project, or at most deduct the credit card fees because nothing more went into this beyond what would have normally been a free estimate. The further arguments the manager made for the additional fees were the scheduling of their team and the allocation of materials for my project. Complete nonsense, especially when the project was not set for 6 weeks away. Because they had my deposit hostage, they had control over how much they decided they wanted to keep, it was completely arbitrary, and they kept almost $900 of my money without providing anything. If they wanted to cover their credit card transaction fees, fine, at most 6%, but the rest is absolute robbery. The only solace I can find in this loss of almost $900 now is that I did not spend another $13,000 with them. I tried to call Paul after speaking with the manager to ask if he could do me a favor and try to reason with the manager on my behalf because he seemed nice enough. No answer. No callback. I will never seek out their services again and I will actively discourage others from doing so but, based on my experience, I expect they do not care."

Eddie R on January 2023

Northern Basement Systems, 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.

"I strongly caution anyone considering doing business with this company. I gave them a deposit of $4,428.65, and when I canceled a week later they kept almost $900 of it even though my service was not for another 6 weeks. You do sign a very simple, clearly stated document that says: should you cancel beyond three business days, you understand your deposit is non-refundable. Northern Basements may choose to refund depending on cancellation circumstances I fully acknowledge that I canceled a few days outside that window, but I hoped an honest company that cares about customers and referrals would choose to provide a full refund. I am a sucker for hoping that. They chose to risk my impression, referral, and review for $885.53. If nothing else comes out of this, I hope everyone reading at least goes in knowing that this statement on their contract is a real threat and your deposit is a hostage. Even Air b and bs offer full refunds on deposits within just a few days of their arrival date. 3 days to cancel with service not scheduled for 6 weeks out, Come on man. No materials were used. No service workers time was taken. The manager justified the 20% withholding as credit card fees, restocking fees, time and resources for the estimate, and administrative fees. I wholly accepted responsibility for the credit card fees and time of Paul, the gentleman who performed the assessment, and I offered to settle at 10%. I still believe any reputable company would have provided a full refund at this point in a project, or at most deduct the credit card fees because nothing more went into this beyond what would have normally been a free estimate. The further arguments the manager made for the additional fees were the scheduling of their team and the allocation of materials for my project. Complete nonsense, especially when the project was not set for 6 weeks away. Because they had my deposit hostage, they had control over how much they decided they wanted to keep, it was completely arbitrary, and they kept almost $900 of my money without providing anything. If they wanted to cover their credit card transaction fees, fine, at most 6%, but the rest is absolute robbery. The only solace I can find in this loss of almost $900 now is that I did not spend another $13,000 with them. I tried to call Paul after speaking with the manager to ask if he could do me a favor and try to reason with the manager on my behalf because he seemed nice enough. No answer. No callback. I will never seek out their services again and I will actively discourage others from doing so but, based on my experience, I expect they do not care."

Eddie R on January 2023

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McGowan & Son LLC

123 Main St.
5.00(
5
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McGowan & Son LLC

123 Main St.
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small general contracting business, specializing in chimney services and repairs, chimney caps, chimney sweeps, fireplaces, other masonry services, and more! We focus on happy and repeat customers. We are dependable and trustworthy. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Did excellent work"

Hugh W on October 2025

We are a small general contracting business, specializing in chimney services and repairs, chimney caps, chimney sweeps, fireplaces, other masonry services, and more! We focus on happy and repeat customers. We are dependable and trustworthy. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Did excellent work"

Hugh W on October 2025

XPro Remodeling

Po Box 1223
1.00(
1
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XPro Remodeling

Po Box 1223
1.00(
1
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Free onsite estimate

Xpro Remodeling. FREE ESTIMATES !!!! GREAT REVIEWS!!! FULLY INSURED !!! Let us make your house beautiful again. Exterior and Interior Painting, Sheetrock Installations and Repair. Professional tile installations. custom carpentry. CALL TODAY TO GET BOOKED 802-430-1143

"I gave Xpro Remodeling a 50% deposit of $1,600 to start a job. They agreed to start in late August, and then took on another job, trying to push my work out two months. I asked for a refund and/or the possibility to bump me in earlier as I was having a tenant move in and she did not want work done in the house while she lived there. I ended up losing a month's rent, and then they did not start the job two months later. They cited that they could keep my deposit because I signed a non-refundable contract. They are the one's who breached the contract, and they think that they can legally and ethically keep my deposit. They were totally inflexibile and unethical and I am taking them to small claims court to recoup my deposit."

Patrick C on October 2018

Xpro Remodeling. FREE ESTIMATES !!!! GREAT REVIEWS!!! FULLY INSURED !!! Let us make your house beautiful again. Exterior and Interior Painting, Sheetrock Installations and Repair. Professional tile installations. custom carpentry. CALL TODAY TO GET BOOKED 802-430-1143

"I gave Xpro Remodeling a 50% deposit of $1,600 to start a job. They agreed to start in late August, and then took on another job, trying to push my work out two months. I asked for a refund and/or the possibility to bump me in earlier as I was having a tenant move in and she did not want work done in the house while she lived there. I ended up losing a month's rent, and then they did not start the job two months later. They cited that they could keep my deposit because I signed a non-refundable contract. They are the one's who breached the contract, and they think that they can legally and ethically keep my deposit. They were totally inflexibile and unethical and I am taking them to small claims court to recoup my deposit."

Patrick C on October 2018

Connor Restoration & Construction Co.

Rt 22a
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Connor Restoration & Construction Co.

Rt 22a
No reviews yet
45 years of experience

We are a full spectrum company specializing in period buildings including Barns, homes, and others such as churches and town buildings. We repair timber frame structures, repair stone foundations, right up through to a slate roof. We also have installed timber frame and barn board elements in living spaces for a unique look. We can also re-design and install new kitchens and baths as well as other rooms in the home. We'll work with you to come up with a floor plan that works with your taste and budget. We can also refurbish period windows to make them more efficient and easier to operate. We can tackle any project from frame to finish.

We are a full spectrum company specializing in period buildings including Barns, homes, and others such as churches and town buildings. We repair timber frame structures, repair stone foundations, right up through to a slate roof. We also have installed timber frame and barn board elements in living spaces for a unique look. We can also re-design and install new kitchens and baths as well as other rooms in the home. We'll work with you to come up with a floor plan that works with your taste and budget. We can also refurbish period windows to make them more efficient and easier to operate. We can tackle any project from frame to finish.

Eco-Logos LLC | New England Ecologic Design

517 South Street
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Eco-Logos LLC | New England Ecologic Design

517 South Street
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31 years of experience

Eco-Logos LLC | New England Ecologic Design is a full service residential design, environmental planning and construction management consulting company. We advocate and design for Ecological and Whole-systems solutions in the Planning, Agriculture, Architectural, Landscape, Industrial Design and Construction industries. We provide site planning; energy analysis; residential, architectural and landscape design; drafting; specification; consultation and project management services for residential, commercial and institutional clients.

Eco-Logos LLC | New England Ecologic Design is a full service residential design, environmental planning and construction management consulting company. We advocate and design for Ecological and Whole-systems solutions in the Planning, Agriculture, Architectural, Landscape, Industrial Design and Construction industries. We provide site planning; energy analysis; residential, architectural and landscape design; drafting; specification; consultation and project management services for residential, commercial and institutional clients.

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Webster Stone Works

19453 NY 22
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Webster Stone Works

19453 NY 22
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16 years of experience

Stone architecture represents strength and permanence rooted in thousands of years of societal development. The use of stone serves as a catalyst for inspiration and amusement.Webster Stone Works seeks to promote and develop sustainable and durable architecture. Open your mind and imagination, and we can create a personal and unique architectural experience

Stone architecture represents strength and permanence rooted in thousands of years of societal development. The use of stone serves as a catalyst for inspiration and amusement.Webster Stone Works seeks to promote and develop sustainable and durable architecture. Open your mind and imagination, and we can create a personal and unique architectural experience

Central Vermont Chimney Sweeping

47 Carver St
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Central Vermont Chimney Sweeping

47 Carver St
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22 years of experience

Besides us the owners, we have one employee. payment is expected upon completion of the job unless otherwise arranged. Additional DBA - Central Vermont Chimney Sweeping & Vermont Pressure Washing Sweeps, LLC.

Besides us the owners, we have one employee. payment is expected upon completion of the job unless otherwise arranged. Additional DBA - Central Vermont Chimney Sweeping & Vermont Pressure Washing Sweeps, LLC.

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Painted exterior brick does not usually need sealing. Brick is a porous material, so you don’t want to apply a sealant that could trap moisture inside the bricks and cause erosion and structural damage. The risk of moisture-induced damage after sealing is higher in colder climates where trapped moisture can expand if it freezes. On the other hand, it makes sense to seal really old brick or kitchen backsplashes, where moisture from cooking can weaken the brick.

These materials are durable, low-maintenance, and offer excellent insulation and aesthetic appeal.

Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.

However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.

To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.

In certain cases, such as when dealing with surfaces like concrete rather than brick, grout can be used instead of mortar. Grout tends to be more convenient to work with on non-masonry surfaces. However, many experts suggest using mortar whenever possible, as it provides stronger adherence to the bricks and results in a more textured appearance.

Initially, brick staining is not cheaper than painting. However, while it has a higher up-front cost, it may be more cost-effective in the long run. Brick stain can last for 20 years or longer, compared to paint, which usually starts to peel away in three to five years.

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