The Painted Otter

While installing a new deck for my neighbor, I asked if they could make a small, but important…read morerepair on my deck. Came over, looked at what needed to be done, took my information, and sent me an email with a price. Two days later, the job was done before I finished my coffee. Prime Construction is a professional outfit. Highly recommended.

The crew of Prime Construction did a fantastic job on replacing my old wood deck with a new…read morecomposite deck. They worked through some of the coldest days of December and January building new footers, framing, and custom cutting and placing the boards. I would recommend using them for any of your future construction needs. Here is what I shared with the owner regarding the work done: "I wanted to tell you that my wife and I are very happy with the quality of work your crew has done. We are very happy with the deck, the deck changes, and how everything came out. We know it hasn't been easy with the weather and temperature, but we wanted to let you know and to let your crew know that the hard work did not go unnoticed and is very much appreciated. Thank you."

Green Collar Roofing & Exteriors

4.7

(14 reviews)

Absolutely amazing what a great team they got!! quick! fast! clean! responsive! And very efficient,…read morethere's no other words I can say, it was truly a pleasure to watch his team work. Highly recommend.

We were so happy to work with Green Collar. The day of installation a small army of workers…read morearrived early in the morning and worked all day, removing the old barn roof and then building the new metal roof. The barn is over 100 years old, but now it looks and remains functional for another 100 years. Thank you Chris and Mike.

Home Pro Exteriors

4.0

(27 reviews)

They tore down my mom's roof and replaced it in a full day. I couldn't believe it. They did a great…read morejob. Everyone was very nice and you would never even know they were here. They cleaned up everything! We would definitely hire them in the future and recommend them. Well worth the money.

I have hired Home Pro to replace siding and remove and install a new roof and shingles. I have been…read morepleased both times with their consistency of fine work done and cleanup. I would recommend them wholeheartedly.

O'Connell Family Contracting

I recently had my home renovated from across the country. If you have ever hired a contractor…read morebefore then you know you want to keep a watchful eye on them to ensure quality work. This company put all my worries to rest, gave me the cheapest quote and stuck to it exactly. The quality of the work was perfect which I know because they send me pictures of the work as it was happening, which I did not even ask for. When my property was being inspected by city officials the contractor showed up in person to walk them through the work they had done. Inspection passed! They Showed up every day they said they would, worked hard and stayed late. Every time I called with a new idea or project they accommodated my requests quickly, safely and affordably. They worked with me on payment options and gave me advice when dealing with insurance. For an experience I didn't not want to have I was very surprised, pleased and relived to have found honest, trustworthy, reliable contractors. I even asked them if I could use them for small projects and maintenance. Once again they were happy to acomidate.

From the owner: Call now for free estimates.read more

JKR Construction

4.7

(47 reviews)

These guys had good communication and competitive prices…read more Last month, they installed two vents in my roof for bathroom fans. It was a job that nobody seemed to want (roofers, HVAC). Even the big name company that installed my roof 2 years ago wouldn't do the work. JKR was happy to get the business and was fairly priced. My job took them only a couple hours and they did clean work. No issues since they finished. I won't hesitate to call them again if I have roofing projects.

Joe was very responsive and came out personally to see and estimate the project. The scope of work…read morewas well written and detailed exactl work to very done. Price was reasonable. Crew was prompt and completed the work to standard. Will call again for future roof projects.

Covell & Sons Painting

4.3

(15 reviews)

You know, I chose them from seeing a sign on a pole in Goddefroy , and it was a great decision. He…read morecame the next day after I called and did an excellent job-neat and skillful, and left the area neat. The best part? We had a poor cell connection at first and therefore miscommunicated about what I needed. When we discovered it (not his fault at all) he came back and did the rest at no charge. Outstanding service and work ethic.

Jay and his team did an outstanding job painting the inside of my new home. Couldn't be happier…read more Will use him again when I need to stain my deck.

Pro Quality Homes Ronald Construction

Awesome work! they worked so fast and did an amazing job! we had a lot of work to do inside and out…read moreand can't say enough with how hard they worked and how quickly they completed it. Very professional and honest the whole way thru. They gave experienced advice and were not trying to 'sell us' things as others were doing. They showed us things that needed to be replaced and explained why in the process...and were already doing it before we even knew about it. (Doing it the right way.) Everything came out great...and actually better than expected. When the job was finished, it didn't even look like they were here for several days...everything cleaned up and taken care of. Very thankful for them and the crew. I had 3 different quotes, very happy I chose them. Writing the review, to tell you to hire them as well! Thankful for them.

From the owner: General Contractors in various areas and fields. We do roofs, siding, gutters, and more. Give us a…read morecall and we’ll get back to you ASAP

JML Home Improvement

3.7

(3 reviews)

DO NOT HIRE THIS GUY. HE IS A THEIF. He came to my home with a crew. He did exactly what I asked…read morebut it was sloppy work. After he left I realized that he stole tools, paint, a ladder and several other items. His crew includes a woman. Nobody speakes English except Jose,which is not his real name, but ALL OF THEM STEAL.

Jose agreed to work on my project after first visiting to assess the project. He gave me a fair…read moreprice and we verbally agreed with Jose following up with a written contract of the verbal agreement. Jose and his crew are professional, clean, and efficient. Jose estimated my project to be completed in 3 days but finished 1 1/2 Days. I recommend and would use his services again.

Handy Vinny Handyman Services

4.5

I strongly recommend Vinny. He is responsive, which is a huge plus, and extremely talented. I had…read morehim replace and install a custom oak threshold in my kitchen. His replica was exactly like the threshold he removed, not an easy feat given the complexity of the angle he needed to cut. He promised to have it fabricated and reinstalled within a few days, and he kept to his promise, another huge plus, especially for a contractor. I plan on bringing him more projects. For Orange County, NY residents, he is someone to have on one's short-list of tradesmen.

This is the second time I've used Vinny for various odd jobs that needed repair around my home. He…read morearrived promptly as scheduled and completed the job in a timely manner. All tasks were completed meticulously. My kitchen cabinetry now looks like new after he did adjustments and paint touch ups. All work, both inside and outside, was done to my complete satisfaction and at a very fair price. I have already have plans to have Vinny come in the fall to do some additional work.

LL Flooring - Middletown

3.4

(10 reviews)

From quote to installation, everyone helped me make the right flooring choice for my home. Every…read moreperson , from the showroom to Mark, the estimator and advisor and to George an Frank, the installers, thank you very much . I'm very happy with my vinyl flooring for my bedrooms. I even got 1 year no finanancing. This review is for the Middletown NY store!

Went here on Sunday cause it's one of the few flooring places open on Sunday. We're doing a home…read morerenovation and ready to pull the trigger on a floor. I guess it's their slowest day so they staff an empty store with kids that are just itching to close and go home. I walked in, the kids said hello and continued to talk to each other. I looked around but no one approached me or talked about any sales going on. I walked out and ended up going to Floors & Decor in north Jersey and got a great deal!

MJL Flooring

We started with an old wood floor that was completely uneven, rotted in spots, patched with plywood…read moreand covered in glue. Martin Lopez from MJL Flooring responded quickly when I called. When it was obvious that the old flooring couldn't be salvaged, he found replacement wood that matched the original. He carefully measured and added material to level the floor, then installed beautiful new flooring. We also asked him to refinish the table. He scraped off the old finish, sanded, and finished with food-safe tung oil, creating a beautiful soft sheen. He was prompt, efficient, and reasonably priced for a high quality job.

Martin just refinished our reclaimed antique heart pine floors, which were worn and in very rough…read moreshape from our 3 dogs. His work is thorough & impeccable- the floors look brand new & he obviously takes great pride in his craftsmanship. He showed up when promised, left the house completely spotless, and even returned to touch up an area one of my dogs screwed up. Totally reliable, dependable, and honest. A lovely guy who I can't recommend highly enough.

Jw Cepp

Great job, prompt, professional responsive and reasonable. I will recommend this business.read more

From the owner: Jw Cepp is a reputable general contractor business based in Newburgh, NY. We specialize in a wide…read morerange of services including contracting, interior/exterior painting, plumbing, electrical work, remodeling, bathroom and kitchen renovations, flooring installation (vinyl, tile), and paver installation. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to providing high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. Contact us for all your home improvement needs.

Handy Vinny Handyman Services

4.5

I strongly recommend Vinny. He is responsive, which is a huge plus, and extremely talented. I had…read morehim replace and install a custom oak threshold in my kitchen. His replica was exactly like the threshold he removed, not an easy feat given the complexity of the angle he needed to cut. He promised to have it fabricated and reinstalled within a few days, and he kept to his promise, another huge plus, especially for a contractor. I plan on bringing him more projects. For Orange County, NY residents, he is someone to have on one's short-list of tradesmen.

This is the second time I've used Vinny for various odd jobs that needed repair around my home. He…read morearrived promptly as scheduled and completed the job in a timely manner. All tasks were completed meticulously. My kitchen cabinetry now looks like new after he did adjustments and paint touch ups. All work, both inside and outside, was done to my complete satisfaction and at a very fair price. I have already have plans to have Vinny come in the fall to do some additional work.

Covell & Sons Painting

4.3

(15 reviews)

You know, I chose them from seeing a sign on a pole in Goddefroy , and it was a great decision. He…read morecame the next day after I called and did an excellent job-neat and skillful, and left the area neat. The best part? We had a poor cell connection at first and therefore miscommunicated about what I needed. When we discovered it (not his fault at all) he came back and did the rest at no charge. Outstanding service and work ethic.

Jay and his team did an outstanding job painting the inside of my new home. Couldn't be happier…read more Will use him again when I need to stain my deck.

Fox Painting

(14 reviews)

I hired Todd based on a great recommendation from a real estate professional. Todd and his crew…read morewere prompt, professional, and incredibly helpful in helping with colors and finishes. Todd is extremely patient and took the time to mentor a colleague of mine learning the trade. As a high school teacher, I was incredibly impressed at his willingness to mentor others interested in the craft. I would not hesitate to use his company again- one of the best experiences I've had in my new home remodel.

My wife and I used Fox Painting in the past to paint our shed, kitchen, and cabinets. Todd and his…read morepeople did such a great job that we contacted Todd again to paint our 3 season room. Todd is very helpful in choosing colors and paint finishes. The project was completed in 3 days. Todd and his people are punctual, neat, and courteous. We are very pleased with Fox Painting and will use them for next time we need something painted.

YNC Junk Removal & Property Preservation

Everything about this business is excellent. Nadia and Rob were incredibly accommodating to the…read morechanges that kept occurring in our schedule. They met with us prior to the apartment clean-out/clean-up to assess and gave us a very fair price. They arrived on time, immediately got to work clearing out the hoard and did not leave until the place was spotless. We were so stressed about having to deal with this and they made the situation so much better. They take charge and get it done. Thank you so much!!!!

Rob and Nydia are TOP NOTCH! I needed help (a few times) emptying a family home in Sullivan County…read moreand they were so terrific. Professional, prompt, responsible, reasonably priced and super nice too! I highly recommend them.

JV LAROSE

(3 reviews)

JV Larose did an amazing job. We needed pruning, some shrubs shaped into spirals, and new mulch put…read moredown. His team came in, did a full cleanup, and handled everything we requested. JV Larose was also reasonably priced. Thank you guys. I definitely recommend them!

We hired JV LAROSE to weed, edge and mulch my mom's gardens. We also had them prune some trees and…read morefix some lawn issues. The price was very reasonable. They did a spectacular job! They arrived on time, were very polite and professional and worked extremely hard until the job was finished. They cleaned everything up and we were left with a beautifully landscaped yard. We will definitely use them again! Highly recommend!

Royal Pools & Spas

3.3

(49 reviews)

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I had neglected my pool closing last season, and had a cracked skimmer and a green pool full of…read moreleaves. I have an old wood-walled pool that has seen better days so the skimmer install was tricky. Omar and Ben came and did a great job working around the issue and installing a new leak free skimmer. Once I was able to fill the pool and get the pump working I was looking at what looked like a green swamp. However, the very knowledgeable Lisa in the water testing department recommended a 3 day regimen of chemicals which, remarkably, had the pool more or less clean in three days. Honestly, I would never have believed it. She understands the chemistry and was spot on with the solution. Of course if I'd closed the pool properly last season...lol, but I didn't, and thanks to Lisa, and Ben and Omar I am up and running before June 1st. Thanks Royal Pools!

Very disappointing experience overall. I spent roughly $900 to have the control board replaced on…read moremy hot tub about nine months ago. Seven months later, they had to come back out and replace additional parts, which cost me another $1,100 over a couple of visits. Now, after all of that, I am being told the same control board they replaced nine months ago is bad again and that I need to spend another $900 to replace it. I understand warranties have time limits, but when a customer spends around $2,000 trying to get the same hot tub fixed, it is extremely frustrating to be told that a major part they recently installed has already failed and that the only option is to pay full price again. At some point, a company should stand behind its work, its diagnosis, and the parts it installs. I do want to be fair and say that Eniezer has been very professional and helpful from a customer service standpoint. My issue is not with him personally. He has been courteous and responsive. My problem is with the company's inability to properly fix the hot tub and back up the service they provided. Based on my experience, I would be very cautious about using them for any major repair.

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Rick S.

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9 years ago

Nathan recently refinished the interior of our outdoor hot tub in which the original acrylic surface had begun to crack and flake off after 11 years. Since the hot tub's mechanical and electrical devices were in great shape, it only made economical sense to refinish the entire interior at one quarter the cost of replacing with a new hot tub, and eliminate a carbon footprint by not adding to the local landfill. Since the hot tub was located under a Pergola, the crew was able to set up a plastic enclosure to keep out airborne particles while completing the process from start to finish in just one day. Nathan admitted that this was one of the largest hot tubs he had worked on, but was able to develop a strategy that produced a quality finish I was very impressed with when it was completed. He returned a few days later to work a few spots that required some additional touchup, which I was forewarned about for projects like this that are done outdoors. When I first contacted Nathan's business about my requirements and detail of the hot tub's setup and composition, he asked many questions, like what type of water treatment did I use and did I know if all the Jets (62 of them) could be removed so all the hot tub's surface can be accessed - which they could. I was also walked through the entire process and the type of refinishing material that would be used for this type of project. I was afforded as much time as I needed to understand the details to the type of work being done, and they were very thorough with their responses to all my questions. The estimates for the project were spot on, and I have to say that Nathan and his crew provided me with a superior professional service for a project that was as complex as this one, and especially working with outdoor weather conditions that dictate a flexible working schedule. With the AMAZING finish, I expect another 11 years or more of pleasure from my hot tub which I use every single day of the year! read more

Thomas W.

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2 years ago

Don't be fooled by the glowing reviews. I had made an appointment with the owner, Nathan to have my bathtub reglazed. Because there is no window in the bathroom, I made sure that the glazer would have a fan and tubing to blow the excess paint spray out a near window When he arrived, and I asked about that, he said he didn't have it; instead, he would keep the door closed and blow the spray into a garbage can. The bathroom is tiny- under 30 sq. feet. If you deduct the space taken up by the bathtub, sink, and toilet, you are left with 5 sq. feet. A garbage can alone,lying on its side, would take up most of that, so you have to wonder where he would put the paint, spray equipment, and then where he would be able to work from- maybe sitting on the toilet. So I asked him to get the tubing, and I then called the owners so it could still be done the same day. Instead of apologizing and trying to correct the problem, they said I should get someone else. I had spent 2 hours removing everything visible from the bathroom that might be affected by the spray- and now have had to restore it so I can use - and then remove/restore it again once I get another contractor. The tub had also been reglazed before, and had several areas where that had deteriorated/ peeled off, and I had sent photos of it. I asked the worker if the scraping/ filing would result in a smooth surface, and he said "that was what they were aiming for"- a reply which does not inspire much confidence in the actual result he ripped me off read more

Kean R.

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14 years ago

We have been restoring a turn of the century Victorian home near the Hudson River. Out tub had been re glazed once before and it was a disaster. The Paint Otter was our choice this time due to a nice web site, and a very professional contact who turned out to be the owner, Nathan. Well, the results were as follows: Neat working style, polite respect for our property, and the finished results were unbelievable! We waited the prescribed time to use the tub, and actually slept home that nite due to the way Nathan and his assistant Josh, took care of sealing the bathroom properly, and gave us specific instructions that we followed, and today, we could not stop admiring the work of "The Painted Otter". He guarantees the job for 5 years, and from the thickness of the glaze he used, and the quality of application, we doubt we will ever need him to come back unless we want to glaze another tub! If you are looking for perfection, The Painted Otter is the best place to find it! Thank you Nathan and Josh for a great job! roger and nancy read more

Wilda G.

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14 years ago

I hired Nate and his crew to refinish a yucky old condo bathroom early in 2011. He appeared to be very sincere, with a sprinkling of sensitive and spiritual, so I was confident, of course, that he knew all about plumbing. Not. Long story short, they broke through to replace the wall where the plumbing was located and when the job was complete the taps wouldn't turn off. They denied responsibility but offered to fix the taps for an extra charge. But wait, there's more: A short time after they left, I went downstairs to find the kitchen ceiling sagging and dripping puddles of brown water onto the floor. The bathroom pipes had been quietly leaking into the dropped celing! When I notified Nate he again denied that Painted Otter had anything to do with the mess, but after much haranguing on my part, a pair of his relatives (father-in-law and wife, I think) did what was needed to stop the leaks. The only reason I gave them two stars instead of one is that the bathroom does look good, but what a hassle! read more

Gail G.

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12 years ago

I just used The Painted Otter to refinish my kitchen counters and back splash plus a section of my cabinet that was impossible to keep clean. I had other estimates from local business but it takes to long for the kitchen to be put back to order and some prices were way out of line. The job that Nat and his worker did was wonderful. they had a big hose to remove the smell so I didn't get a migraine and we didn't have to stay over night at a hotel and there was none of the spray that stuck on my cabinets, stove or windows like we had 17 years ago using another company. The color that Nat suggested matched my cabinets and floor to a tee. Also Nat covered everything possible. Would I recommend this company to other people in the area? yes, yes, yes. I wish Nat would go to the home show at Orange County Community College coming up. I'm not exactly computer savvy and I didn't use the right wording when I was researching-- so it was by luck that I found The Painted Otter. read more

Nora F.

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12 years ago

I recommend The Painted Otter. They are true professionals who are willing to do whatever it takes to do a fabulous job. My tub was deteriorating and now looks brand new. They transformed my bathroom from an out-dated dreary place to a gleaming spa! Although there was a problem with a product used in the refinishing process, Nathan and his crew went beyond all expectations to take care of it. If you want quality work, The Painted Otter is the company to use. read more

Barry Z.

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2 years ago

Appointment made over the phone to refinish our kitchen sink. The refinisher Yshalyah called when he was on his way so we knew when to expect him. He was very professional and protected everything and vented fumes outside. He explained everything he did, and when he was finished he gave us instructions on when we could use the sink and what we could do to protect it. The sink looks brand new, and we're very happy with The Painted Otter! read more

Heather C.

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12 years ago

We had such a great experience using The Painted Otter Refinishers! They were not the cheapest estimate that we received, but we were so pleased! Jessica was great to work with. She was helpful, quick to respond, and very accommodating in setting up the appointment. Victor was also wonderful! Our tub was old looking and had some rust around the drain area. It now looks like new! Highly recommend their services!!! read more

Fred Z.

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14 years ago

Nathan and his crew did an outstanding job on repairing and refinishing our bathroom. Upon seeing the result we decided to refinish 2 more bathrooms, as well as a bathroom in a vintage airstream trailer. All look brand new, a true transformation! I would not hesitate to use the Painted Otter again. read more

Richard W.

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15 years ago

Nathan from the Painted Otter Refinishers did a wonderful job refinishing our kitchen sink. The job met all our expectations. The ventilating system was superb and the room was just as clean as when he arrived. Kathleen & Richard, Brooklyn,NY read more

Martin F.

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5

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12 years ago

The sink still looks brand new a year and a half later!!!

Jon O.

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8

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7 years ago

Excellent and very professional!

John C.

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12 years ago

very friendly

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