Mertes Construction 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.
"Amazing work. Always showed up when planned and performed excellent work in a timely manor. Flawless install and amazing tile work. Would recommend to all my friends and family! 10 out of 10. Left everything amazingly clean!"
Casey l on August 2024
Mertes Construction 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.
"Amazing work. Always showed up when planned and performed excellent work in a timely manor. Flawless install and amazing tile work. Would recommend to all my friends and family! 10 out of 10. Left everything amazingly clean!"
Casey l on August 2024
To accomplish our mission, we have implemented a simple approach that will restore the beauty of your home while significantly reducing your energy bills - and we get it done in just one day! From start to finish, the West Shore Window & Door, Inc., experience is engineered to bring happiness to every home. The health and safety of our customers and employees is a top priority. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.
"I initially selected West Shore Home to do my window replacement principally because their salesman so much less pushy than the others that I requested estimates from. I am allergic to a hard sell! But their excellent service continued throughout the project. I needed a total of more than 20 windows replaced in a 70-year old home. Quite a job! They scheduled the installation well in advance so that I could plan my schedule. They came exactly on time on the appointed day. Everyone on the crew was cheerful, courteous, and knowledgeable. When it turned out that some of the materials sent from the factory had minor defects, they not only offered to replace all the defective panes but even showed me a couple of defects that I had not noticed. And they returned not once but twice to be sure that everything was perfect before they called the job complete."
Amy Morris H on January 2025
To accomplish our mission, we have implemented a simple approach that will restore the beauty of your home while significantly reducing your energy bills - and we get it done in just one day! From start to finish, the West Shore Window & Door, Inc., experience is engineered to bring happiness to every home. The health and safety of our customers and employees is a top priority. Our team is following all CDC guidelines so we can provide you with the fast and convenient home improvements. We are also offering free virtual design consultations! Schedule your free consultation today.
"I initially selected West Shore Home to do my window replacement principally because their salesman so much less pushy than the others that I requested estimates from. I am allergic to a hard sell! But their excellent service continued throughout the project. I needed a total of more than 20 windows replaced in a 70-year old home. Quite a job! They scheduled the installation well in advance so that I could plan my schedule. They came exactly on time on the appointed day. Everyone on the crew was cheerful, courteous, and knowledgeable. When it turned out that some of the materials sent from the factory had minor defects, they not only offered to replace all the defective panes but even showed me a couple of defects that I had not noticed. And they returned not once but twice to be sure that everything was perfect before they called the job complete."
Amy Morris H on January 2025
Over 30 years of experience! I do residential and commercial construction, remodeling, metal roofs, storage units, metal buildings, repairs, etc. Licensed and Insured. My crew is professional and efficient! Call us today, we look forward to helping you
"All the workers worked as a team to complete this project effectively and efficiently. They all stayed busy from start to finish. Great job! Ready to hire them back for our next project!"
Jim B on March 2024
Over 30 years of experience! I do residential and commercial construction, remodeling, metal roofs, storage units, metal buildings, repairs, etc. Licensed and Insured. My crew is professional and efficient! Call us today, we look forward to helping you
"All the workers worked as a team to complete this project effectively and efficiently. They all stayed busy from start to finish. Great job! Ready to hire them back for our next project!"
Jim B on March 2024
We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!
We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!
East TN Exterior -Roofing/Repairs -Siding -Decks -Landscaping -Window/Door replacements
East TN Exterior -Roofing/Repairs -Siding -Decks -Landscaping -Window/Door replacements
20+ years in construction and remodeling. Handyman services including, drywall, painting, light electrical, decks, remodeling, appliance installation, cabinet installation, tile work, flooring, carpentry, landscaping, demolition, fencing, patio screens, window repair, and much more. Please contact for a free estimate.
20+ years in construction and remodeling. Handyman services including, drywall, painting, light electrical, decks, remodeling, appliance installation, cabinet installation, tile work, flooring, carpentry, landscaping, demolition, fencing, patio screens, window repair, and much more. Please contact for a free estimate.
We specialize in tankless water heaters, gas line, plumbing repair and service New homes Remodels We put a lot of pride in our work!
"Excellent great communication very fair"
Tom P on August 2024
We specialize in tankless water heaters, gas line, plumbing repair and service New homes Remodels We put a lot of pride in our work!
"Excellent great communication very fair"
Tom P on August 2024
I have been in the construction field for over 4 years now. Specializing in floor installation, painting, renovating bathroom/kitchen, roof and decking. I was a police officer for over 13 years in Florida but have decided to follow my skills and interests in construction since we have relocated to this wonderful area.
"Fantastic. On time, got it done right. Would recommend"
Angela B on December 2023
I have been in the construction field for over 4 years now. Specializing in floor installation, painting, renovating bathroom/kitchen, roof and decking. I was a police officer for over 13 years in Florida but have decided to follow my skills and interests in construction since we have relocated to this wonderful area.
"Fantastic. On time, got it done right. Would recommend"
Angela B on December 2023
Harris Home Painting is your trusted partner for all your painting related needs. We offer professional custom painting, for interior and exterior projects, as well as drywall repair services. With our expertise and commitment to excellence, we go above and beyond to ensure our relationship with our customers.
"Fantastic work, went above and beyond. Very pleased with the results and would definitely recommend these guys for anyone looking for a quality painter"
Jay G on April 2025
Harris Home Painting is your trusted partner for all your painting related needs. We offer professional custom painting, for interior and exterior projects, as well as drywall repair services. With our expertise and commitment to excellence, we go above and beyond to ensure our relationship with our customers.
"Fantastic work, went above and beyond. Very pleased with the results and would definitely recommend these guys for anyone looking for a quality painter"
Jay G on April 2025
We help educate clients on solar so they can make informed decisions on what is best for them. Solar is every changing so we are committed to on going training. We work with some of the top companies in the nation. Our consultants will help you make this a pleasant experience and will stay in contact throughout the process.
We help educate clients on solar so they can make informed decisions on what is best for them. Solar is every changing so we are committed to on going training. We work with some of the top companies in the nation. Our consultants will help you make this a pleasant experience and will stay in contact throughout the process.
Generally, general contractors charge between $50 and $150 hourly, though not every contractor charges by the hour. If charging based on the project, you can expect a markup of 10% to 20% of the construction cost. You can expect to pay between $300 and $500 daily if charged by the day.
General contractors are the ones that coordinate home construction projects. They are in charge of the day-to-day oversight of the subcontractors to ensure that the project is completed on time and to resolve problems as they arise. General contractors:
Complete pre-construction planning, both with the customer and crew
Provide realistic cost estimates
Develop construction timelines
Ensure deadlines are met
Acquire permits as needed
Purchase supplies and materials
Before hiring a general contractor for your home project, it’s a great idea to write down a list of questions to discuss with each prospect. Some example questions to get you started include:
Which types of insurance do you carry?
Can you provide a list of references?
What is the expected timeline for this project?
How will my project be supervised?
Will you hire subcontractors for the job?
What is the best way to communicate changes?
Will you obtain all of the required building permits?
While city and state laws vary on general contractor licensing requirements, hiring an unlicensed general contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines for your area.
As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:
The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check
Required to have applicable state and local licenses
Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review
Paying to advertise their services
Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi
Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.
Yes, most general contractors require a down payment for project completion. A reasonable down payment for a contractor is 10% to 25% of the total project cost, though that will vary based on project size and location. The down payment helps cover the upfront costs of materials and permits and helps ensure payment for the project at hand.