We periodically receive requests for contractor recommendations through e-mail. Below is a list of contractors your neighbors have used in the past and are comfortable recommending.  Remember to do your own homework through resources like the Better Business Bureau. You may have a different experience than someone else and it is your responsibility to make an educated choice. (Recommendations are current as of October 2024.)

APPLIANCE REPAIR:

  • Appliance Tec, Factory Authorized Service, (585) 442-8690: These guys were amazing, very on top of their game and personable. Quickly diagnosed our fridge and got us back in business. Highly Recommended by: Dave and Irene Burnet

ELECTRICAL:

  • Mike Williams Electric, (585) 598-4200 williamselectric.net Mike installed our EV Car Charger, he was great to work with! If you are looking to get an EV Car Charger installed. Give him a call. He also does general Electrical work. Recommended by: Dave and Irene Burnet

  • Laughlin Electric, Jim Laughlin (585) 424-1800: Recommended by: Dave and Irene Burnet

GUTTER CLEANING: 

  • Empire Gutter Cleaning (585) 739-9499, family-owned, excellent communication, with annual contract you can specify when they should show up so you don’t have to think about it each season. Recommended by Esther Brill

LANDSCAPING:

  • Zaretsky and Associates, Inc. 1965 Watson Hulburt Road, Macedon, NY 14502 (585) 377-8330: Landscape & garden design, installation & consulting. Serving Monroe, Wayne, Ontario Counties, Rochester, the Finger Lakes and all of Western New York. Bruce did the design of Morrison Park.

  • Eric Norden 755-6940 Landscape Caretaker:  Attention to detail, reasonable hourly rate, great for garden bed, edging and the like.  Recommended by: Esther Brill

HANDY MAN & CARPENTRY & HOME MAINTENANCE SERVICES & LOCKSMITHS:

  • Johnny - 585 727 1573 Locksmith for all my old lock problems…he’s terrific!!! Recommended by: Kathleen Whelehan

  • DPD Construction, Dan Deane (585) 721-3598:  Dan did a great job with a window framing project.  He did the work in a time frame he promised, went beyond the scope of work discussed and came in under budget.  He is also doing a terrific job on the deck and porch next door at 90 Calumet.  Recommended by: Gary Domenico ** Second recommendation for Dan: Our garage was hit by a car and Dan was able to frame up and repair the damaged area and get the garage doors working again.  Great job!  Recommended by: Dave and Irene Burnet

MASONRY:

  • Bill Kernan, Mason (585) 698-8906 or wk3503@gmail.com: Bill has done excellent work for us -- indoor and outdoor projects. He is very skilled and meticulous. Recommended by: Esther Brill

PAINTING:

  • Monarch Painting Eric Anderson, 585 261-4310  Ericanderson585@gmail.com Interior/exterior painting, gutter cleaning, wallpaper removal, lead paint certified, fully insured. Recommended by Esther Brill & RJ Ruble

PLUMBING:

  • Gatti Plumbing (585-426-5068) https://gattiplumbing.com/ We had a couple of plumbers that were unable to address our issues with our on demand water heater. Jeff of Gatti Plumbing quickly assessed the situation and solved our issues. Can’t say enough about this company. Recommended by Dave and Irene Burnet.

RENOVATION & HOME IMPROVEMENT:

  • Becker Glass Block, Craig Becker, owner 585-356-4047: Craig followed through with everything he proposed and more. He was on time and did great work despite a few challenges. His pricing was competitive and he cleaned up completely when finished. I was very satisfied with the whole process. Recommended by: Gary Domenico

  • Joe Spinelli (585) 737-5377: Renovated our bathroom, was great to work with, outstanding attention to detail and works well with local suppliers. The guys he hires are real craftsman. The carpentry and tile work done was just amazing. Recommended by: Dave and Irene Burnet (2013 Bathroom Renovation)

  • Kirkwall Construction, Ted Robertson (585) 271-2396: Performed an amazing transformation of our kitchen. Recommended by: Dave and Irene Burnet (2000 Kitchen Renovation) ** Another recommendation for Ted: For replacing shingles and wood siding with their usual high degree of craftsmanship and compliance with EPA lead paint requirements. Recommended by: Mike Hunt and Joan Kohout.

  • Doug Hammond, Renovation Specialist - Kitchens, Baths, Ceramic Tile, Replacement Windows & Doors, 95 Arvine Heights (585) 458-3519; cell (585) 472-4168, e-mail: drh_construction@yahoo.com: Doug did a beautiful pergola for us, and attic replacement windows. Recommended by Esther Brill & R. J. Ruble

  • Built by Phil, Jake Phillips - Kitchens, Baths, Decks, Drywall Repair, Flooring and more, 315-727-1601, email: phillips.jacobj@gmail.com Jake did an exceptional job on our bathroom remodel. Recommended by: Maria Casapini

  • Burnett Woodworks: Mark Burnett did the railings for our back porch to match the front and recently manufactured and installed our front steps. He does amazing work, check out his website. Recommended by Dave and Irene Burnet

  • Josh Zamiara, Artisan Techniques - 747-5922: Did a wonderful bathroom renovation, excellent attention to detail for older houses, reasonable rates, super to communicate with. Recommended by: Esther Brill

  • Palmer Construction, Matt Palmer, owner (585-465-2485) Mattpalmerconstruction@gmail.com for all phases of home renovation. We contracted with Matt to rehab an entire house. He has a crew and trade relationships that did high quality work. He had helpful ideas, did the project on time, and did great work. Recommended by Gary Domenico

ROOFING:

  • Stellar Roofing (585) 888-7663: Many homeowners in the ABCs have used this company. They are very reliable, easy to communicate with, and offer quality workmanship with attention to detail. Recommended by Esther Brill

SEALCOATING:

SNOW PLOW SERVICE:

  • Erik Matzky Snow Plow Services (585) 509-1209: Erik lives in the neighborhood and uses a Bobcat, which is perfect for clearing our narrow driveways. Recommended by: Esther Brill

TREE SERVICE: