We build additions and new construction - from the ground up - or renovate down to the studs. Our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and customer service. We strive for our clients satisfaction from beginning to end of the project. We pride ourselves on fast, friendly and quality service. We look forward to your business!
"He showed himself to be very knowledgeable, excellent communication, and was very accommodating to work around my schedule."
Sarah L on May 2022
We build additions and new construction - from the ground up - or renovate down to the studs. Our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and customer service. We strive for our clients satisfaction from beginning to end of the project. We pride ourselves on fast, friendly and quality service. We look forward to your business!
"He showed himself to be very knowledgeable, excellent communication, and was very accommodating to work around my schedule."
Sarah L on May 2022
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Thomas was very professional. He was respectful and polite and precise about his work. He also had a very great rate and met me in the middle for my budget. I would highly recommend this company."
Christina H on November 2023
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Thomas was very professional. He was respectful and polite and precise about his work. He also had a very great rate and met me in the middle for my budget. I would highly recommend this company."
Christina H on November 2023
At Cascade Custom Renovations we pride ourselves on being the best home improvement company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
"Jim and Danielle help me take a room that was old-fashioned and in need of a remodel into a space that is very warm and inviting. With his guidance on the day-to-day work and his ideas for how to design the space, he was a valuable resource for me through the process. He gave me lots of ideas and choices from flooring to fixtures. As the crews that came into the house were friendly and considerate of my privacy as I work from home. They worked hard and completed their piece of remodel as planned. I highly recommend Jim and Danielle Katz at Casade Customer Renovations, LLC. "
Heather B on March 2025
At Cascade Custom Renovations we pride ourselves on being the best home improvement company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
"Jim and Danielle help me take a room that was old-fashioned and in need of a remodel into a space that is very warm and inviting. With his guidance on the day-to-day work and his ideas for how to design the space, he was a valuable resource for me through the process. He gave me lots of ideas and choices from flooring to fixtures. As the crews that came into the house were friendly and considerate of my privacy as I work from home. They worked hard and completed their piece of remodel as planned. I highly recommend Jim and Danielle Katz at Casade Customer Renovations, LLC. "
Heather B on March 2025
We aim to provide the highest level of professionalism at every point in the project. We love what we do and the projects we produce. More than that, we love getting to know our clients through the services we provide. Located in and serving the south hills of the Pittsburgh area.
We aim to provide the highest level of professionalism at every point in the project. We love what we do and the projects we produce. More than that, we love getting to know our clients through the services we provide. Located in and serving the south hills of the Pittsburgh area.
A & J Contracting Company, LLC is Pittsburgh's premier professional home improvement company operating as general and specialty contractors in the finish and rough carpentry industry. We are most famous for the beautiful custom kitchen and bathrooms we design and remodel for both our residential and commercial clients. You will find that we are a dedicated small business enterprise committed to providing quality construction services and on time service delivery within budget. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Pittsburgh's true professionals. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.
"I donâ  t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a â  miracleâ  in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! Iâ  ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how â  beautifulâ  of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donâ  t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canâ  t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! Iâ  ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonâ  t have to look elsewhere!!"
Steven K on May 2021
A & J Contracting Company, LLC is Pittsburgh's premier professional home improvement company operating as general and specialty contractors in the finish and rough carpentry industry. We are most famous for the beautiful custom kitchen and bathrooms we design and remodel for both our residential and commercial clients. You will find that we are a dedicated small business enterprise committed to providing quality construction services and on time service delivery within budget. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Pittsburgh's true professionals. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.
"I donâ  t know where to begin to say how satisfied I am with A & J Contracting! I needed my basement renovated ASAP and Mr. Anthony met with me in a timely manner explaining in great detail the work he would perform and how pleased I would be! Let me tell you he did NOT disappoint because he and his partner Mark performed what I call a â  miracleâ  in renovating my basement and went above and beyond my expectations!!!! Iâ  ve shown many the before and after pictures of what I now can call my family room and the response each time was how â  beautifulâ  of a job Anthony did!! If you are in need a great contractor donâ  t look anywhere else but A & J Contractor and call Anthony NOW! My family still canâ  t believe what A & J Contractor did with that old and in bad shape basement!! Very professional and the many years of experience really was on display!! Thank you again Anthony and Mark for restoring our basement!! Iâ  ll definitely be utilizing them in the future and wonâ  t have to look elsewhere!!"
Steven K on May 2021
Here at Tri-State Contracting Inc, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are a veteran owned locally operated company. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He's very personable guy, he is reasonable and work with you!"
Thomas S on April 2025
Here at Tri-State Contracting Inc, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are a veteran owned locally operated company. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"He's very personable guy, he is reasonable and work with you!"
Thomas S on April 2025
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. KMA Carpentry & Contracting strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.
"Job was done exactly as I as in a very timely manner. Very pleasant staff. I would definitely recommend them and will be calling them for future home improvements."
Trudy K on April 2025
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. KMA Carpentry & Contracting strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.
"Job was done exactly as I as in a very timely manner. Very pleasant staff. I would definitely recommend them and will be calling them for future home improvements."
Trudy K on April 2025
Kahoalii Koncrete 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.
"Very professional and friendly!"
Joel G on December 2023
Kahoalii Koncrete 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.
"Very professional and friendly!"
Joel G on December 2023
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Did a beautiful job on replacing an exterior door and adding a screen door. Very reasonable and knowledgeable. Will be using them again for other work around the house like plumbing, renovations, painting, garage door, and electrical work. I am so happy knowing that I have someone dependable, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced."
Tina L on August 2024
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Did a beautiful job on replacing an exterior door and adding a screen door. Very reasonable and knowledgeable. Will be using them again for other work around the house like plumbing, renovations, painting, garage door, and electrical work. I am so happy knowing that I have someone dependable, knowledgeable, and reasonably priced."
Tina L on August 2024
We are a small locally owned and operated remodeling business located in Apollo Pa, We do all size jobs from monor repairs to major over hauls I have been doing this work for 22 years and enjoy what I do. Our prices are very competitive because we are a smaller business un like those huge chain remodeling companies who just want to rob you of your hard earned money. we are dependable, clean, and get all jobs done in a timely manner.We are certified in lead paint removal for those older homes around the Burg. We proudly serve Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
"Excellent work; very thorough and meticulous. Cleaned up their work at the end of each day. Very happy with the results."
Sharon P on March 2025
We are a small locally owned and operated remodeling business located in Apollo Pa, We do all size jobs from monor repairs to major over hauls I have been doing this work for 22 years and enjoy what I do. Our prices are very competitive because we are a smaller business un like those huge chain remodeling companies who just want to rob you of your hard earned money. we are dependable, clean, and get all jobs done in a timely manner.We are certified in lead paint removal for those older homes around the Burg. We proudly serve Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
"Excellent work; very thorough and meticulous. Cleaned up their work at the end of each day. Very happy with the results."
Sharon P on March 2025
Start by asking a local contractor, architect, or interior designer for a detailed line‑item estimate. These pros can price out labor, materials, permits, and any specialty work, then flag areas where you can save. Once you have that breakdown, add 20% to the total to cover potential surprises, such as hidden water damage or code upgrades. This approach gives you a realistic budget before the first hammer swings.
In most cases, remodeling wins on price. Because you’re reusing the existing structure, you avoid foundation work, framing an entire shell, and many permit fees. Unless the home has severe structural problems, updating what you already own is the more budget‑friendly route than building an entirely new house from scratch.
Home renovation timelines hinge on scope. Cosmetic updates—such as new paint, fixtures, or flooring—can be completed in a few days or weeks. A multi-room gut renovation that involves moving walls or utilities can stretch to six months, and adding square footage can push the schedule past a year. Good planning and a clear contractor schedule help keep projects on track, so be sure to build extra time into the calendar for permit reviews and unforeseen repairs.
Before your home renovation work begins, contact your insurance agent to confirm that your current policy covers the project. Standard homeowners insurance usually protects against fire or storm damage during construction, but bigger upgrades—adding square footage, high‑end finishes, or new systems—can raise your home’s value beyond existing limits. If coverage falls short, ask about a renovation rider or a policy increase so you’re fully protected from day one to final walkthrough.