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Local Best & Worst Contractors of 2011

Date Published: Jan 04 2012

 

 

About the list:

Our Best Contractors come from popular home improvement categories and must qualify for the prestigious 2011 Angie's List Super Service Award, which requires they have a current and overall grade of A and be in good standing with Angie's List. The Best also must have had a flawless - or nearly flawless - overall record, a minimum of six reports and multiple Page of Happiness nominations in the reporting period. These requirements put them in the top 1 percent of contractors eligible for the SSA.

To determine the Worst Contractors, we scrutinized member reports, Penalty Box cases and court records. We also interviewed scores of sources, basing our selections on the gravity or volume of allegations and the amount of damage customers say those contractors inflicted. In the More Worst Contractors section, we listed companies that remain in the Angie's List Penalty Box.

Finally, in keeping with our tougher stance on trade licensing, the Angie's List Trade Licensing Department audited every Best Contractor finalist for compliance with state and local laws. We booted those unable to produce a valid trade license or prove they didn't need one. If a Worst Contractor lacked a required trade license, we included information on their noncompliant status.

 

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Comments

Submitted by Daniel Nolan on Tue, 2012-03-13 14:47
Why is there no Listing of Best & Worst Contractors for Orlando?

Submitted by Mari Ryan on Tue, 2012-03-27 14:29
No listings for Las Vegas?

Submitted by D Terry on Tue, 2012-06-05 12:26
I give up! Can't leave a comment! well, there is no Las vegas presence, so why do I still need to pay when Angie says no fees in areas where she has no presence..just fill in the blanks what I tried to say in an email that was kicked out as no text I guess

Submitted by katiej on Mon, 2012-07-09 11:58
Hi D Terry,Thank you for your comment! Angie's List serves members in markets across the country. The Las Vegas market has been open for several years, and there are many service providers in your area as well as members who leave reports about those companies.

Submitted by Greg Lang on Thu, 2012-04-12 20:35
Why not a list for the entire State of RI. I think just naming the major cities you consider to be important is a slap in the face for all your paying subscribers in smaller venues.

Submitted by Joe Raposo on Fri, 2012-04-13 22:22
need to know

Submitted by Joe DiBernardo on Tue, 2012-07-03 19:04
Where is a listing for NYC?? Who is watching Angie?

Submitted by Rohit Rana on Sun, 2012-07-08 00:23
I recently signed up for angie's list and I am really disappointed. Hardly any reviews. I live in north bay and they dont have a review no closer than SF what a joke!!!!!

Submitted by katiej on Mon, 2012-07-09 12:04
If you're not finding what you're looking for, feel free to give us a call. Angie's List customer service representatives will help search the list for you!

Submitted by Dale Cummings on Sat, 2012-07-14 00:43
I have just signed up with angies list, and really don't know what to say. I have had bad experiences with other classifieds, hope i don't have the same experience with this one. You recommended very highly.

Submitted by J. Williams on Thu, 2012-07-19 10:07
No information on NYC contractors. I've been looking for a contractor for quite some time. Are there any competent, reliable and honest general contractors in NYC?

Submitted by katiej on Thu, 2012-07-19 10:33
Hi J. Williams,Thanks for your comment! Angie's List contains reviews on more than 91,000 service providers in the NYC area. You can see more information on our NYC page: http://www.angieslist.com/companylist/us/ny/new-york-city-%28tristate-area%29/

Submitted by Margaret on Tue, 2012-07-24 07:02
Can you show Best and Worst roofers for El Paso, TX?

Submitted by eo on Thu, 2012-07-26 16:20
Will I get any information of value if I join Angie's List to learn about service providers in Baltimore?

Submitted by katiej on Fri, 2012-07-27 14:24
Hi EO,Angie's List has reviews on more than 40,000 service providers in the area. Members in your area review recent services of providers in more than 550 home, health and auto categories.http://www.angieslist.com/companylist/baltimore/

Submitted by Grace on Mon, 2012-08-06 00:34
Where can I find your list of best and worst contractors for Albany, NY?

Submitted by katiej on Tue, 2012-08-07 09:14
Unfortunately, we didn't produce a best/worst list for our Albany market, but you can always find "the best of the best" in Albany by looking at SPs with current Super Service Award winners. We're always on the lookout for stellar companies and bad actors in all of our chapters, so if you have a tip about a contractor you think should be considered for the annual Best/Worst package, please let us know. Thanks!-Katie with Angie's List

Submitted by Alice schank on Mon, 2012-08-13 15:36
Already disappointed as there is no listings of contractors in my area.

Submitted by katiej on Mon, 2012-08-13 15:58
Alice,We have ratings and reviews of local contractors across the country, but only select cities are included in the Best/Worst annual package. Members can read countless reviews and ratings of local service providers in more than 550 home, health and auto categories.

Submitted by susan taulli on Fri, 2012-08-31 23:58
with all the hurricanes down here, there has been plenty of price gouging and "experts" in home repair that suddenly pop up. we need a best and worst list.

Submitted by Barbara Loiacono on Sun, 2012-09-02 15:50
Would like the best and worst of New Jerey

Submitted by katiej on Wed, 2012-09-05 08:55
Hi Barbara,A select number of markets are included in this yearly feature, but we always have ratings and reviews on New Jersey service providers on Angie's List. If you're not yet a member, sign up with the promo code "ANSWERS" for a 20% discount. Thanks, and have a great day!

Submitted by Susan on Sat, 2012-09-15 10:47
Many people obviously have a desire to know the best and worst for their particular area. Is there a plan to expand Angie's B&W list so all members across the country can benefit from this information?

Submitted by Joshua Palmer on Mon, 2012-09-17 13:36
Unfortunately, we haven't yet produced a best/worst list for the Denver area, but you can always find "the best of the best" in Denver by looking at companies on Angie's List Denver that have a track record of positive reviews and those who have accepted the Super Service Award. While we strive to provide information of this type to Angie's List members across the country, it's not always feasible to produce the Best & Worst package for every major U.S. city.We're always on the lookout for stellar companies and bad actors in all of our chapters, so if you have a tip about a contractor you think should be considered for the annual Best/Worst package, please let us know. Thanks! - Josh from Angie's List

Submitted by Kathryn Magagna on Mon, 2012-09-24 03:53
Where is OR list for the best and worst contractors ? I sure need it....

Submitted by katiej on Tue, 2012-09-25 10:03
Hi Kathryn,While this Best & Worst feature is produced annually by our magazine staff, our members leave reviews daily on local service providers across the state of Oregon. You can find more information here: http://www.angieslist.com/companylist/us/or/ If you're not yet a member, use promo code "ANSWERS" to save 20% on an annual membership.

Submitted by pat loehmann on Wed, 2012-09-26 10:44
wheres NY?

Submitted by katiej on Wed, 2012-09-26 13:34
Hi Pat, While this Best & Worst feature is produced annually by our magazine staff, our members leave reviews daily on local service providers across New York and the Tri-State area. You can find more information here: http://www.angieslist.com/companylist/new-york-tristate-area/   If you're not yet a member, use promo code "ANSWERS" to save 20% on an annual membership.

Submitted by Deb Hill on Fri, 2013-02-15 18:53
How about some reviews for the Des Moines, IA area?......

Submitted by katiej on Tue, 2013-02-19 08:59
Hi Deb,Though Des Moines was not included in this magazine feature, our Des Moines members leave ratings and reviews daily on more than 5,000 local service providers in the area. You can take a look at your city's page by following the link. If you're interested in trying us out, sign up online with promo code "ANSWERS" for 20 percent off your annual membership! http://www.angieslist.com/companylist/us/ia/des-moines/

Submitted by John Gordon on Mon, 2013-03-11 20:48
Why is the B&W list 2011 so far out of date? We are 3 months into 2013 and you have been in business 18 yrs and and you don't have 2012 updated! Why in 18 yrs you don't have a B&W list for the cities serviced. How about a car dealership provider list so we can see who is reputable and the worst to do business with.

Submitted by katiej on Tue, 2013-03-12 08:41
Hello John,Thank you for your inquiry! We do in fact have the most recent list online. The Best & Worst Contractors of 2012 can be found here: http://www.angieslist.com/articles/best-worst-contractors-2012.htm

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