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Triangle Classic Homes Inc

4.97(
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Triangle Classic Homes Inc

4.97(
75
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

We love what we do! With a combined experience of over 40 years, we're General Contractors handling all facets of construction including but not limited to New Homes, Remodels, Additions and Renovations. Triangle Classic promises a 100% honest and up front approach to your requests the way it should be! To make sure that you get results that you can be happy with, we will work with you from beginning to end. We listen to your input and share our own to make sure you end up with something incredible! Contact us today we look forward to serving you!

"This is the second major project Ralph has done for us. He did a kitchen and bath remodel in 2019 and were very please with the results of that project. I got four estimates for this project and the Triangle Classic estimate was very competitive. Based on my earlier experience with them, I choose Triangle Classic over the others, even though they were a little higher than a couple of the bids. I trusted that I would get a high quality job done in a timely fashion. Having that confidence during a major project is worth a few thousand dollars. Ralph did not disappoint. He is very actively involved in his contracts and ensures his sub-contractors are doing quality work. The project was completed on time and only about 2% over budget. The over budget items were items that were outside the original contract or beyond the contractor's control. During the project, we made the decision to replace our concrete driveway. Ralph was kind enough to provide his sub to do the work at no profit to his business and he passed along his discount on the concrete. I'm very pleased with how the project turned out and would highly recommend Ralph and Triangle Classic Homes."

Kevin S on July 2025

We love what we do! With a combined experience of over 40 years, we're General Contractors handling all facets of construction including but not limited to New Homes, Remodels, Additions and Renovations. Triangle Classic promises a 100% honest and up front approach to your requests the way it should be! To make sure that you get results that you can be happy with, we will work with you from beginning to end. We listen to your input and share our own to make sure you end up with something incredible! Contact us today we look forward to serving you!

"This is the second major project Ralph has done for us. He did a kitchen and bath remodel in 2019 and were very please with the results of that project. I got four estimates for this project and the Triangle Classic estimate was very competitive. Based on my earlier experience with them, I choose Triangle Classic over the others, even though they were a little higher than a couple of the bids. I trusted that I would get a high quality job done in a timely fashion. Having that confidence during a major project is worth a few thousand dollars. Ralph did not disappoint. He is very actively involved in his contracts and ensures his sub-contractors are doing quality work. The project was completed on time and only about 2% over budget. The over budget items were items that were outside the original contract or beyond the contractor's control. During the project, we made the decision to replace our concrete driveway. Ralph was kind enough to provide his sub to do the work at no profit to his business and he passed along his discount on the concrete. I'm very pleased with how the project turned out and would highly recommend Ralph and Triangle Classic Homes."

Kevin S on July 2025


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Mabrey Roofing and Construction

4.92(
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Mabrey Roofing and Construction

4.92(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Mabrey Roofing & Construction We are Locally & Veteran Owned (USN/USMC) company and a Unlimited Licensed General Contractor, Voted #1 in the Carolina's, we are based in Durham, NC. We specialize in NEW Custom Home Construction and Home Renovations. **Custom Home/Renovations: www.mabreyconstruction.com **Roofing: www.mabreyroofing.com Our company began in the roofing sector and was created to assist homeowners just like you with the high cost of roofing repairs/replacement and home construction. Is your roof old or ugly....give us a call TODAY, we will provide a free inspection and assess the current damage then create a plan of action to fix. Thousands of homes throughout the Carolinas have been significantly damaged by wind and hail. If a certain amount of damage is found, there is a 98% chance, with our skill of assessment, by our HAAG Certified inspectors, that your insurance company will cover the cost of full replacement of your roof. We also provide estimates for customers that do not wish to use their insurance policies for replacement. Our team has been roofing and building in the Carolinas for over 15 years. Our experienced crews work diligently on every project, paying attention to detail, and following best practices to create a lasting roof or structure that will protect our clients largest investment, their homes. We are a Certified 5 Star Select Shingle Master with CertainTeed and Certified Preferred Contractor with Owens Corning. As certified installer our company knows the best roofing system and warranty for each homeowner. It is our goal that our company becomes your "Trusted Roof Advocate". However, not all roofs need full replacement. After a complete FREE roof inspection we find most roofs only need affordable repairs. Call Sean Mabrey, CEO or CJ Hernandez, Director of Operations, today and one of our leading project managers will gladly set a time to meet today for a free inspection. 919-795-6983 (text or call)

"Excellent, timely service, superb workmanship and unparalleled professionalism. I felt like addressing my needs was their primary concern. Will definitely hire Mabrey Roofing for any other construction needs I may have."

dominika J on April 2022

Mabrey Roofing & Construction We are Locally & Veteran Owned (USN/USMC) company and a Unlimited Licensed General Contractor, Voted #1 in the Carolina's, we are based in Durham, NC. We specialize in NEW Custom Home Construction and Home Renovations. **Custom Home/Renovations: www.mabreyconstruction.com **Roofing: www.mabreyroofing.com Our company began in the roofing sector and was created to assist homeowners just like you with the high cost of roofing repairs/replacement and home construction. Is your roof old or ugly....give us a call TODAY, we will provide a free inspection and assess the current damage then create a plan of action to fix. Thousands of homes throughout the Carolinas have been significantly damaged by wind and hail. If a certain amount of damage is found, there is a 98% chance, with our skill of assessment, by our HAAG Certified inspectors, that your insurance company will cover the cost of full replacement of your roof. We also provide estimates for customers that do not wish to use their insurance policies for replacement. Our team has been roofing and building in the Carolinas for over 15 years. Our experienced crews work diligently on every project, paying attention to detail, and following best practices to create a lasting roof or structure that will protect our clients largest investment, their homes. We are a Certified 5 Star Select Shingle Master with CertainTeed and Certified Preferred Contractor with Owens Corning. As certified installer our company knows the best roofing system and warranty for each homeowner. It is our goal that our company becomes your "Trusted Roof Advocate". However, not all roofs need full replacement. After a complete FREE roof inspection we find most roofs only need affordable repairs. Call Sean Mabrey, CEO or CJ Hernandez, Director of Operations, today and one of our leading project managers will gladly set a time to meet today for a free inspection. 919-795-6983 (text or call)

"Excellent, timely service, superb workmanship and unparalleled professionalism. I felt like addressing my needs was their primary concern. Will definitely hire Mabrey Roofing for any other construction needs I may have."

dominika J on April 2022


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Antonio Remodeling & Renovations

5.00(
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Antonio Remodeling & Renovations

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

Antonio Remodeling & Renovations, the best you can get. Here at Antonio Remodeling we specialize in all home improvement, interior/exterior remodeling. We also specialize in renovations of all kinds. Our work is very professional, fast, and clean. Quality work at an affordable price.

"Fantastic work communication and final work clear Absolutely reasonable price and excellent work Love it"

gino p on November 2025

Antonio Remodeling & Renovations, the best you can get. Here at Antonio Remodeling we specialize in all home improvement, interior/exterior remodeling. We also specialize in renovations of all kinds. Our work is very professional, fast, and clean. Quality work at an affordable price.

"Fantastic work communication and final work clear Absolutely reasonable price and excellent work Love it"

gino p on November 2025


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Custom Paradise Builders Inc

5.00(
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Custom Paradise Builders Inc

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Paradise Flooring & Remodels is here to help you with your home improvements. Small to commercial we focus to give you the real quality you deserve. We treat our team as family not just as another employee, we would like to welcome you to be part of our family. We offer Tile,Hardwood,Carpet,Vynil,Stone,Kitchen/Bathroom remodel services.

"The job went well. They were reliable and were very knowledgeable. I would definitely use their services again."

Tujuan T on November 2023

Paradise Flooring & Remodels is here to help you with your home improvements. Small to commercial we focus to give you the real quality you deserve. We treat our team as family not just as another employee, we would like to welcome you to be part of our family. We offer Tile,Hardwood,Carpet,Vynil,Stone,Kitchen/Bathroom remodel services.

"The job went well. They were reliable and were very knowledgeable. I would definitely use their services again."

Tujuan T on November 2023



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Lorient Homes LLC

5.00(
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Lorient Homes LLC

5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

With over 30 years experience in the home building industry, Lorient Homes LLC is your industry expert in the Triangle Area. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. We specialize and excel at building modern homes. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"N/a"

Adele Q on October 2020

With over 30 years experience in the home building industry, Lorient Homes LLC is your industry expert in the Triangle Area. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. We specialize and excel at building modern homes. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"N/a"

Adele Q on October 2020


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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.



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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018


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Fred Herndon Home Inspections

5.00(
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Fred Herndon Home Inspections

5.00(
37
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I started my Home Inspection business here in the Triangle area in 1994. My original experience was as a licensed general contractor with experience in the design, construction and renovation of homes in Durham, Chapel Hill, and Atlanta, Ga, but have been a full time Home Inspector here in North Carolina since 1997. My goal is to serve my clients by providing a thorough and detailed inspection that can give you a realistic picture of the home you are buying or selling. The inspection also includes free phone or e-mail consultation as long as you are living in the home. The report I use has been developed over the last 27 years of experience, and exceeds the requirements of the N.C. and ASHI Home Inspector Standards of Practice. It is a semi narrative with photos included in the summary. I try to write the reports so that realtors and repair contractors who may not have been at the inspection can understand what needs to be done, and why I consider it to be important. One of my long time goals has been to help improve the quality and professionalism of this industry. I have trained several other Home Inspectors and am currently an approved field trainer by the NC Home Inspector Licensure Board. I am past President of the N.C. Licensed Home Inspector Association, the state's largest association of Home Inspectors, and have served two terms totaling 8 years on the N.C. Home Inspector Licensure Board. During this time I chaired the Standards and Rules committee for three years, the Complaint Investigations and Education committees and served two terms as Board chairman. This has given me the opportunity to see the big picture of this industry and offer ideas on how we Inspectors can improve our services to the general public. Additional email - [email protected].

"Fred was wonderful to work with. He was very upfront about the process, charges, and everything was online, which was great given the current covid-19 pandemic. He was extremely thorough - he took 3 hours to carefully go through the entirety of the 2700 square foot townhome we are purchasing. He then spent an additional 20 minutes explaining each item to us in detail, which was great for a novice home buyer, like myself. He included photos of each item in the report, which was helpful to show the home owners and to serve as reminders. He was a pleasure to work with, and I'd absolutely hire him again!"

Jennifer C on May 2020

I started my Home Inspection business here in the Triangle area in 1994. My original experience was as a licensed general contractor with experience in the design, construction and renovation of homes in Durham, Chapel Hill, and Atlanta, Ga, but have been a full time Home Inspector here in North Carolina since 1997. My goal is to serve my clients by providing a thorough and detailed inspection that can give you a realistic picture of the home you are buying or selling. The inspection also includes free phone or e-mail consultation as long as you are living in the home. The report I use has been developed over the last 27 years of experience, and exceeds the requirements of the N.C. and ASHI Home Inspector Standards of Practice. It is a semi narrative with photos included in the summary. I try to write the reports so that realtors and repair contractors who may not have been at the inspection can understand what needs to be done, and why I consider it to be important. One of my long time goals has been to help improve the quality and professionalism of this industry. I have trained several other Home Inspectors and am currently an approved field trainer by the NC Home Inspector Licensure Board. I am past President of the N.C. Licensed Home Inspector Association, the state's largest association of Home Inspectors, and have served two terms totaling 8 years on the N.C. Home Inspector Licensure Board. During this time I chaired the Standards and Rules committee for three years, the Complaint Investigations and Education committees and served two terms as Board chairman. This has given me the opportunity to see the big picture of this industry and offer ideas on how we Inspectors can improve our services to the general public. Additional email - [email protected].

"Fred was wonderful to work with. He was very upfront about the process, charges, and everything was online, which was great given the current covid-19 pandemic. He was extremely thorough - he took 3 hours to carefully go through the entirety of the 2700 square foot townhome we are purchasing. He then spent an additional 20 minutes explaining each item to us in detail, which was great for a novice home buyer, like myself. He included photos of each item in the report, which was helpful to show the home owners and to serve as reminders. He was a pleasure to work with, and I'd absolutely hire him again!"

Jennifer C on May 2020

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Home Building questions, answered by experts

A carriage house is a freestanding building, while a townhouse is connected to other units. A townhouse is a full single-family home and typically shares a parcel of land with other connected homes. A carriage house is rarely used as the sole single-family home on a property and is most often an additional building sharing property with a traditional single-family home. 

Ranch and colonial-style homes are often the most affordable to build. They have a common layout with available designs that are easy to adjust in simple ways without having to spend too much on a structural engineer or architect. Both types of homes' symmetry, simple roofs, and often one or two-story plans mean they often fall in the $150 to $200 square-foot range, putting them right around average.

Whether a prefab home is worth it or not will depend on your personal needs and preferences. Overall, prefab homes tend to cost less than traditional homes, although they also tend to have lower resale values. Another thing to consider is that prefab homes usually last 50 to 60 years or longer, while traditional homes last 50 to 100 years or more.

The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits. 

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

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