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BETTER THAN NEW

Doors, Window Treatments, Handyman Services,

About us

OWNER-OPERATED. USES SUBS FOR PAINTING & HARDWOOD FLOORS. CHARGES BY THE HOUR. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. NO SERVICE FEE. MAY CONTACT THROUGH E-MAIL.

Business highlights

23 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

CLOSET REMODEL. CEDAR CLOSET, SHELVING,& LAMINATE FLOOR INSTALLATION.CUSTOM HARDWOOD DRAWERS FOR KITCHEN, BATH,& CLOSETS. CERAMIC TILE INSTALLAT & REGROUTING. WINDOW, DOOR,& BI-FOLD DOOR REPLACEMENT. DOOR, WINDOW,& BASEBOARD TRIM WORK. BUILD CUSTOM KITCHEN & OTHER CABINETS. STRIP & REFINISH CABINETS & OTHER FURNITURE.STAIN GLASS ORIGINAL COMMISSION. SPECIALIZE BUILDING AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE MATERIAL BIRCH/MAPLE CABINETS TO MATCH EXISTING CABINETS.CABINETS BUILT W/MATERIAL 150-200 YRS OLD.

Services we don't offer

PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL.

Amenities

Free Estimates
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Reviews

5.02 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
4
0%
3
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2
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1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-2 of 2 reviews

Lisa S.
10/2007
5.0
handyman service, window treatments, doors
  + 1 more
John was very conscientious about returning phone calls and showing up both to review my task list and to do the work. He had good ideas and information about how to approach each task. He stained the wood veneer on my fiberglass replacement windows, adjusted the mis-aligned latches on a bathroom door, a storm door and two fence gates. He replaced the closing mechanism on the storm door. The largest job was on what I call my "mop or rug shaking balcony", a little porch off the second floor. I was afraid that the warped deck surface was causing the whole thing to rot and was bringing water into the structure of the house. He removed the old decking, verified that the rest of it was solid and replaced the decking with wood-plastic composite decking (my request) and shored up the whole thing. He is a hard worker with lots of good ideas. This fall he will help me with a hole in my garage.
Description of Work: Stained windows, repaired porch, fixed doors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$880

THOMAS T.
07/2007
5.0
custom cabinets
  + -1 more
John loves to work on kitchens in older homes and recycles materials from other projects whenever he can. John is also great at brainstorming ideas for our kitchen. John returns calls promptly and has been available for consultation at almost any time of the day and during the week. John is a great networker and through him, I found people from my neighborhood who did gas fitting and hardwood floor refinishing. Because of John, my wife and I will have a very useful and beautiful kitchen that we'll be showing off for years.
Description of Work: John delivered the first of many rejuvenated and new built cabinets for a kitchen remodel. John guided us in cabinet layout and design. John helped with putting wallboard on the ceiling. I am paying John as he completes work, so the final cost of the project will be higher than what I've stated as project cost.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,880

    Contact information

    3412 E 32ND ST, Minneapolis, MN 55406


    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Licensing

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    Service Categories

    Doors,
    Window Treatments,
    Handyman Services,
    Cabinet Making,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Windows,
    Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation,
    Furniture Refinishing and Repair,
    Flooring Sales and Installation,
    Countertops and Backsplashes,
    Ceramic Tile

    FAQ

    BETTER THAN NEW is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    BETTER THAN NEW accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, BETTER THAN NEW offers free project estimates.
    No, BETTER THAN NEW does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, BETTER THAN NEW does not offer a senior discount.
    No, BETTER THAN NEW does not offer emergency services.
    No, BETTER THAN NEW does not offer warranties.
    BETTER THAN NEW offers the following services: CLOSET REMODEL. CEDAR CLOSET, SHELVING,& LAMINATE FLOOR INSTALLATION.CUSTOM HARDWOOD DRAWERS FOR KITCHEN, BATH,& CLOSETS. CERAMIC TILE INSTALLAT & REGROUTING. WINDOW, DOOR,& BI-FOLD DOOR REPLACEMENT. DOOR, WINDOW,& BASEBOARD TRIM WORK. BUILD CUSTOM KITCHEN & OTHER CABINETS. STRIP & REFINISH CABINETS & OTHER FURNITURE.STAIN GLASS ORIGINAL COMMISSION. SPECIALIZE BUILDING AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE MATERIAL BIRCH/MAPLE CABINETS TO MATCH EXISTING CABINETS.CABINETS BUILT W/MATERIAL 150-200 YRS OLD.
    PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL.

    Contact information

    3412 E 32ND ST, Minneapolis, MN 55406


    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 7:00 PM