Looking for the best company to handle home remodeling, restoration, painting and handyman services based out of Columbia, MD?
We’ve gathered a short list of the best-of-the-best, including how many years in business, services offered, contact information, and what we consider highlights from their website.
These are in order of highest ranked on Google. Find out more about How We Choose here.
1. Ruach Home Services
Years in Business: 34+
Services Offered:
- Water damage restoration
- Mold remediation
- Fire damage
- Storm damage
- Bathroom and kitchen remodeling
- Complete home remodeling
- Hardwood/tile/vinyl flooring installation
- Drywall installation and finishing
- Painting kitchen cabinets
- Painting over wallpaper
- Power washing
- Handyman services (general, electrical, porch, ceiling services and more)
Website Highlights:
- They are based in Columbia, Maryland, but have serviced many projects throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia area.
- This one-page site presents all of the most valuable information front and center, highlighting the Portfolio from the start.
- Specify Residential and Commercial projects.
- Good amount of projects available to view in the Portfolio section on the homepage.
2. STB Painting Company
Years in Business: 20+
Services Offered:
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Residential, Commercial, Interior and Exterior painting
Website Highlights:
- This is another incredibly successful and well-rated independent company local to Maryland only.
- Personal creds include ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and HGTV’s Curb Appeal.
- They have posts with painting tips and tricks.
- Clients are “guaranteed “Simply The Best” painting experience: The Best quality paint job, with the Best customer service, at the Best value possible.”
3. Klappenberger & Son
Years in Business: 32
Services Offered:
- Interior painting
- Exterior painting
- Commercial painting
- Government painting
- Historic restoration
- Property management services
- Handyman services (general, electrical, porch, ceiling)
- Flooring installation
- Painting kitchen cabinets
- Remodel services
- Painting over wallpaper
- Power washing
Website Highlights:
Message from the owner:
I am always reluctant to use superlatives that make ridiculous claims that border on impossible. So as I am writing the “About Klappenberger & Son” page, I feel compelled to use words like integrity. Why? Because with over 1000 reviews on the internet, there is not one testimonial that challenges that presumption.
Yes, we make mistakes. But we fix them when we do.
We don’t tolerate, encourage, or let short-cuts slide by. And because we preach “inspect what you expect,” we have fewer quality-related issues.
In conclusion, I am very proud of our team.
Sincerely,
David Klappenberger
- Their success is attributed to ‘open communication’.
- “It starts with me. Did I communicate to the customer, the techs, and the office staff so that the project is understood? We have developed a process to help keep all lines of communication open and flowing.”
- There is an emphasis on the importance of hiring the right people, and requirements for that, such as a minimum of 5 years’ experience and ability to read and speak fluently in English.
- They have an established blog.
- This is a franchise but steady growing independently owned company based out of Columbia, MD.
- Their website has an active chat feature with real people online.
4. American DMV Home Services
Years in Business: 15+
Services Offered:
- Bathroom remodeling
- Kitchen remodeling
- Basement remodeling
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- Interior painting
- Exterior painting
- Pressure washing
- Water damage restoration
- Hauling services
- Junk removal
- Property cleanouts
- Flooring
Website Highlights:
- BBB A+ rating
- PRO referral Powered by the Home Depot
- CEO Jonathan Perez began the business from scratch.
- Advertised: “Get a free quote today”
5. VKB Kitchen & Bath
Years in Business: 11+
Services Offered:
- Kitchen remodeling
- Bathroom remodeling
- Basement remodeling
- Countertops
- Flooring
- Decking
- “A solid and substantial one-stop resource for granite, marble, tile, and cabinets, and are able to help you undertake small projects all the way up to a complete makeover of your kitchen and bath”.
Website Highlights:
- Services are nicely listed on the homepage in gallery view
- Impressive award track record
- Gallery says it all–gorgeous!
- Nicely developed blog with tips available to assist in remodeling decisions
- Extensive partner list available on the website
- Advertises “as your trusted one-stop resource for granite, marble, tile, and cabinets”.
6. Atlantic Ponds
Years in Business: 12+
Services Offered:
- Design, construction and maintenance of ecosystem ponds, swim ponds, water features, and rainwater harvesting systems in Maryland, Washington, DC and northern Virginia.
- Pond design and construction
- Pond cleaning and maintenance
- Pond rainwater harvesting
- Swim ponds
- Fountains
Website Highlights:
- We love how the objectives are listed clearly on the homepage, representing the brand: 1) to bring the sight and sound of nature to your backyard and keep you outdoors longer 2) to bring your pond in harmony with the local flora and fauna 3) to increase the value of your home
- As well as qualifications, awards, gallery, testimonials, pricing for estimates and service calls, it’s a very accessible website which boasts trust in the company: transparency in pricing, services and objectives, well-organized information, and excellent communication
- “Certified Aquascape Contractor”, with video link explaining certification qualifications
7. Nu Look Roofing, Siding, and Windows
Years in Business: 20+
Services Offered:
- Roofing Shingles, Installation, Inspections, Repair
- Solar Shingles, Panels
- Window Styles, Marvin Windows, ProVia Windows
- Door Features and Hardware Options
- Siding
- Gutters
Website Highlights:
- There is an obvious focus on career opportunities for growth, stating “we believe that happy employees make for happy customers”.
- Live chat on the website with a real person.
- Offers 24 months 0% interest-free financing for qualified buyers.
- Servicing several states in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
8. Bray and Scarff
Years in Business: 90+
Services Offered:
- Kitchen appliance sales and repair
- Full kitchen remodeling design and installation
Website Highlights:
- This company does more than sell appliances — they design and install entire kitchens.
- “Local, family-owned business, opened in 1930 as an appliance service company in the Washington, DC area. Over the years, we have grown to 15 stores and our people make us different.”
- “We hire the best! Our mission is to become the premium retail appliance and kitchen remodeling destination in our market. We provide the best Appliance Specialists with years of experience and factory training, offer custom installation not found elsewhere, kitchen design and turn-key remodeling supported by premium brands.”
9. Columbia Roofing, Inc.
Years in Business: 40+
Services Offered:
- Roof installation, replacement and repair
- Asphalt shingles
- Metal roofing
- Commercial roofing
- Tile roofing
- Siding
- Gutter installation
- Storm damage restoration (hail, wind, winter)
- Window installation
- Skylight installation
Website Highlights:
- 24-hour emergency services number (MD local area code)
- Extensive list of Certifications and Affiliations
- Family-owned business, with clear representation on the website
- Wonderful gallery — generous amount of images as well as details about the project
Happy Small Business Shopping!
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