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
Construction and Remodeling company that services both Commercial and Residential customers. We are licensed and insured.
"Our house addition project has been 3 years in the making. Not by choice! We have met with right around 10 contractors through this process. Not just messages or phone conversations, but met directly. Some of these companies never got back to us and some were just astronomical regarding pricing. In the end, we met these professionals, Magic Designs, and had an AMAZING experience working with their team. Communication was spot on, with constant updates that were concise. If I had a question, they were on it and very responsive. Their crews were professional and conducted high quality work. They worked on our project consistently 5 days a week and 7 days a week if and when needed. The final product, AMAZING! These professionals delivered a great product and did it at the exact calculated time. "
David T on April 2025
Construction and Remodeling company that services both Commercial and Residential customers. We are licensed and insured.
"Our house addition project has been 3 years in the making. Not by choice! We have met with right around 10 contractors through this process. Not just messages or phone conversations, but met directly. Some of these companies never got back to us and some were just astronomical regarding pricing. In the end, we met these professionals, Magic Designs, and had an AMAZING experience working with their team. Communication was spot on, with constant updates that were concise. If I had a question, they were on it and very responsive. Their crews were professional and conducted high quality work. They worked on our project consistently 5 days a week and 7 days a week if and when needed. The final product, AMAZING! These professionals delivered a great product and did it at the exact calculated time. "
David T on April 2025
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
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
Here at Steeltown Home Design, We are your one stop source that delivers quality work, with a service-oriented attitude. We have been serving residential and commercial clients with 17+ years of experience tailoring to a wide variety of remodeling and cleaning services. We look forward to doing business with you! Contact us today with any questions or to get an estimate on any other home improvement project.
"It went really well Dez did an excellent job with the painting and cleaning. I would highly recommend her and I am going to have her do more in the future."
Charmaine W on April 2025
Here at Steeltown Home Design, We are your one stop source that delivers quality work, with a service-oriented attitude. We have been serving residential and commercial clients with 17+ years of experience tailoring to a wide variety of remodeling and cleaning services. We look forward to doing business with you! Contact us today with any questions or to get an estimate on any other home improvement project.
"It went really well Dez did an excellent job with the painting and cleaning. I would highly recommend her and I am going to have her do more in the future."
Charmaine W on April 2025
Superior Contractors, Inc. performs all types of remodels, and specializes in additions and basement remodels to existing homes. Visit our website at http://pasuperiorcontractors.com/ for more information! Our high degree of workmanship, honesty, and service is what sets us apart from our competition. Take comfort in the fact that Superior Contractors is made up of highly skilled individuals creative in finding solutions for virtually any problem. Gary Perovich owner founded the company in 1988. He has 33 years experience in the building and remodeling industry. Superior Contractors can help bring your dream project to reality with expert design and contracting support.
"I felt like Gary abandoned my projects. I hired and paid for him to finish our basement/attic. I also had a few other projects like a fireplace remodel, kitchen tiling, and doorframe build that I needed. He finished the basement and quoted me for the others but said he would have to go to another project and come back after Christmas, then New Years, then he didn’t know. I have been calling, texting, and always get a runaround and a bunch of excuses. Miguel, his assistant, was great and always went above and beyond and provided great customer service. With Gary, it felt like pulling teeth to get my projects finished. He even left my finished attic with no door on the crawl space. My contract said “finish trim work in attic” and he claimed he didn’t know there was a crawl space door there when he quoted me so I’d have to pay someone else to do it. Honestly, I’m pretty sure that was an excuse to just be done with my project and on to a bigger dollar project he had lined up. I think he’s blowing me off now because he’s chasing higher paying jobs instead. Disappointing when someone doesn’t keep their word, so be wary of that. If you have a bigger dollar job, you’ll be fine until it gets to the end and he’s ready to move on and leave loose ends on your project. I wanted to give him a chance to redeem himself, but he doesn’t seem interested."
Malory T on January 2023
Superior Contractors, Inc. performs all types of remodels, and specializes in additions and basement remodels to existing homes. Visit our website at http://pasuperiorcontractors.com/ for more information! Our high degree of workmanship, honesty, and service is what sets us apart from our competition. Take comfort in the fact that Superior Contractors is made up of highly skilled individuals creative in finding solutions for virtually any problem. Gary Perovich owner founded the company in 1988. He has 33 years experience in the building and remodeling industry. Superior Contractors can help bring your dream project to reality with expert design and contracting support.
"I felt like Gary abandoned my projects. I hired and paid for him to finish our basement/attic. I also had a few other projects like a fireplace remodel, kitchen tiling, and doorframe build that I needed. He finished the basement and quoted me for the others but said he would have to go to another project and come back after Christmas, then New Years, then he didn’t know. I have been calling, texting, and always get a runaround and a bunch of excuses. Miguel, his assistant, was great and always went above and beyond and provided great customer service. With Gary, it felt like pulling teeth to get my projects finished. He even left my finished attic with no door on the crawl space. My contract said “finish trim work in attic” and he claimed he didn’t know there was a crawl space door there when he quoted me so I’d have to pay someone else to do it. Honestly, I’m pretty sure that was an excuse to just be done with my project and on to a bigger dollar project he had lined up. I think he’s blowing me off now because he’s chasing higher paying jobs instead. Disappointing when someone doesn’t keep their word, so be wary of that. If you have a bigger dollar job, you’ll be fine until it gets to the end and he’s ready to move on and leave loose ends on your project. I wanted to give him a chance to redeem himself, but he doesn’t seem interested."
Malory T on January 2023
John J Corcoran Construction Co is your premier company for custom carpentry and renovation projects. We specialize in building and renovating decks and porches, kitchens and baths, gazebos and pergolas. We also do rough framing for houses and additions, sheds and barns, and finished basements. In addition, we do light commercial construction. With 45 years in business, our family owned and operated company has the experience and knowledge to complete the most complicated projects. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely happy with the finished product.
"No one else wanted to do the structural job we needed done to make our deck safe. Everyone else wanted a new build when the deck was still in good shape. I was so happy I found him to do the job that no one else wanted too."
Lauri S on January 2025
John J Corcoran Construction Co is your premier company for custom carpentry and renovation projects. We specialize in building and renovating decks and porches, kitchens and baths, gazebos and pergolas. We also do rough framing for houses and additions, sheds and barns, and finished basements. In addition, we do light commercial construction. With 45 years in business, our family owned and operated company has the experience and knowledge to complete the most complicated projects. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely happy with the finished product.
"No one else wanted to do the structural job we needed done to make our deck safe. Everyone else wanted a new build when the deck was still in good shape. I was so happy I found him to do the job that no one else wanted too."
Lauri S on January 2025
Luxury Contractor and Designer in one! A true Design Build where you can sit back, relax, and watch your home be transformed into your dream home. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"It was a pleasure to work with Pittsburgh remodeling queen. Victoria always delivers what is promised. She transformed to my basement guest room into a beautiful gym. Gave me everything that I wanted. She is easy to communicate with, and does the utmost to make sure you are happy with her design."
Danika H on January 2024
Luxury Contractor and Designer in one! A true Design Build where you can sit back, relax, and watch your home be transformed into your dream home. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"It was a pleasure to work with Pittsburgh remodeling queen. Victoria always delivers what is promised. She transformed to my basement guest room into a beautiful gym. Gave me everything that I wanted. She is easy to communicate with, and does the utmost to make sure you are happy with her design."
Danika H on January 2024
Home remodeling company that has myself and my help working hands on, on your projects. (not some g.c. You only see when you sign checks.) I use sub contractors to do my plumbing and electrical work. I am licenced in pa.as a contractor. My # is 055911. Each job is priced seperately. Bigger projects by contract. I can work on smaller jobs by an hourly rate usually $45.00. I carry $2,000,000 liability insurance. (that i have never used). I have never been sued or brought to court. I have alot of repeat customers which speaks for itself. I think of myself as a honest man who just wants to provide a good quality service to people who need someone they can trust with their biggest investment. Their home! I have lived in ireland england and the u.s.a. And have worked in the construction indusrty in all three countries. I have a degree in drafting helpful in instalations and design changes. I belive that the customer is always right!!! I do all and any work that comes my way. Not too proud to do small jobs. You never know where it will leadto. I fixed a leaking skylight for $150.00 and the next spring built the same customer huge wrap around deck for $20,000.00. Call 412-414-5870.
"My wife and I wanted to remove a load bearing wall in our house, and hired Bob and his crew for the job. They were absolutely exceptional from start to finish. Bob did brilliant work moving ducts and with his finishing work to make the house look as though the wall had never been there. I not only would, but I would ONLY hire Bob and his guys for any contracting work we need done in the future. I can not express how highly I recommend them."
Nick F on February 2022
Home remodeling company that has myself and my help working hands on, on your projects. (not some g.c. You only see when you sign checks.) I use sub contractors to do my plumbing and electrical work. I am licenced in pa.as a contractor. My # is 055911. Each job is priced seperately. Bigger projects by contract. I can work on smaller jobs by an hourly rate usually $45.00. I carry $2,000,000 liability insurance. (that i have never used). I have never been sued or brought to court. I have alot of repeat customers which speaks for itself. I think of myself as a honest man who just wants to provide a good quality service to people who need someone they can trust with their biggest investment. Their home! I have lived in ireland england and the u.s.a. And have worked in the construction indusrty in all three countries. I have a degree in drafting helpful in instalations and design changes. I belive that the customer is always right!!! I do all and any work that comes my way. Not too proud to do small jobs. You never know where it will leadto. I fixed a leaking skylight for $150.00 and the next spring built the same customer huge wrap around deck for $20,000.00. Call 412-414-5870.
"My wife and I wanted to remove a load bearing wall in our house, and hired Bob and his crew for the job. They were absolutely exceptional from start to finish. Bob did brilliant work moving ducts and with his finishing work to make the house look as though the wall had never been there. I not only would, but I would ONLY hire Bob and his guys for any contracting work we need done in the future. I can not express how highly I recommend them."
Nick F on February 2022
Yes, you can find out if your house is retrofitted by checking for clear signs of secure foundation anchoring. Your home is retrofitted if foundation plates are fastened to structural wood with visible bolts and connectors. Additionally, a qualified home inspector or checking with your local building department can confirm that seismic updates have been completed, ensuring your property meets necessary safety standards.
Your house's ability to withstand an earthquake depends on its structural design and seismic upgrades. Strong construction methods and proper retrofitting help your home resist higher magnitude forces. Factors like your home's age, quality of materials, and secure foundation connections contribute to its overall resilience. A professional structural evaluation is essential to confirm the level of protection built into your home.
You can't completely earthquake-proof your home, but you can significantly improve its resilience against seismic events. Reinforcing your structure by upgrading your foundation, securely bolting the house, and fastening heavy items in place can dramatically reduce potential damage. Professional seismic retrofitting and regular maintenance by certified experts enhance safety and protect your property during an earthquake.
Homeowners’ insurance does not always cover earthquake damage. Standard policies protect against disasters such as fires and hurricanes but can exclude damage caused by earthquakes and flooding. In regions with seismic activity, purchasing dedicated earthquake insurance at an average annual cost of $800 to $1,300 is essential to cover structural repairs and unforeseen expenses. Consult your insurance provider to fully understand your coverage options and ensure adequate protection.
No, earthquake insurance does not cover all damage incurred during a seismic event. It is designed to cover certain repair costs—such as structural damage from ground shifting—but excludes damage from secondary effects like flooding or long-term degradation. Review your policy carefully and consult with your insurance agent to confirm the full scope of coverage, and explore additional relief programs if necessary.