G.A. Schackner Builders Inc.

Professional Carpentry

"Thank you for your craftsmanship in providing the proper base for the gutter system" ~TT

"I want to thank you for the exceptional job that you did on our front porch.  I have a lot of respect for you and feel that you are a a talented man with a lot of integrity!  Thank you for giving our porch a new life! " ~Helen

​Thank you Jed for your professional workmanship in the re-habitation of our front porch with the replacement of the floor.  Your quality of labor and use of the quality materials is much appreciated.  Your completion on time and within the stated budget is noted.  Thanks you for the great job"! ~ J E Tarallo 

"Jed, Thank you so much -the rain is finally staying outside.  You are a master at what you do!  God bless you always - Thanks again"  ~ Chub & Lois

"My first time to contact anyone.  Wasn't I lucky it was you!  Thanks again for everything!"  ~Jane
   
"G A is one of the top-rated contractors serving Westerly."  ~Andrew

"We are pleased with the job and will recommend Jed to anyone who needs a carpenter"
~Cathy & Tom

"Peter and I want to thank you for the beautiful custom bathroom re-modeling job.  We are very happy 
with the new bathroom.  May your business continue with much success!"
~Peter & Dorinne

"Perfect!  Jed and his team were punctual, attentive to detail, not messy and very organized.  Yes, I would hire again!"  ~Linda D

"Jed Schackner thank you for your craftsmanship and attention to detail, but mostly for your integrity.  Truly your work is a God given ministry!" 
~Rev. Joshua A McClure

"Jed built a beautiful Sun Porch that exceeded our expectations!  We love it!"  ~Ray & Sharon 
(see pictures in the showcase)

"Jed's focus on the quality of the work, his care and attention to detail, etc. are refreshing.
We have already recommended Jed (G A Schackner) to friends and would recommend him to you!"
~Alex & Martha

"New storm door and re-shingling back of house door sill.  The doorway needed to be widened so a new frame.   Shingling also occurred.  Nothing is square in this old house, but the door swings nicely and the back looks brand new.  I have him do all of my work and am more than satisfied" ~Peg N.

"He has very high integrity.  Very happy with the job!" ~Leo & Helen

"Thank you very much!  From your satisfied customer!"  ~Carolyn

"Jed, you did a beautiful job, finishing the basement.  Your attention to detail and your ability to envision what I wanted and then...your ability to build it is a talent that not all builders have.  I love it!" ~Kathi L.

"Thank you for a job well done!"  ~Michael & Cynthia

"My porch was completely rotted out.  Jed rebuilt the entire sun porch.   He is very professional and understands his trade.  The price was reasonable, considering what had to be done!   I was satisfied from beginning to end of the project and like him very much!"  ~Kathryn G.

"Jed built me a garage.  He removed an outside door and replaced it with a window and also installed a sliding glass door and some drywall work.  It was perfect!  I haven't had any problems with any of the work he has done.  He even followed up with me to make sure everything was right and that I was satisfied.  I would highly recommend Jed."  ~Mark S.

"Recently, Jed Schackner re-shingled my roof and while he was here, I asked him to insulate a section of my attic.  When he looked at it, he informed me it wasn't necessary and I would be wasting my money.  I was really impressed with his honestly, because he could have done it and I wouldn't have known the difference!   I would definitely recommend Jed for any work or repairs.  The quality of his work withstood hurricane Sandy with every shingle in place.  This is a very dedicated man who does beautiful work!" ~Barbara B.

"Removed old and replace clear cedar clapboard siding and windows trim.  I requested an estimate for job from G A Schackner.  He responded promptly with quote and date that he could start.  He cleared away the debris and all went as estimated.  Yes I would hire him again." ~Tom L. 

"Leaking roof over the kitchen.  Jed visited to inspect leak in the kitchen and replaced the roof.  He remodeled the kitchen and the work looks great!  He has done many jobs for me and I am very satisfied.  He remodeled my front hallway and replaced the stained glass windows.  Jed does beautiful work and I recommend him to others." ~Teresa S.

"Repaired roof and re-shingled.  Sealed exhaust fan in the bathroom ceiling.  Repaired tile on bathroom floor.  Jed was reasonably priced.  Honest excellent work and cleanup.  Great work ethics." ~Skip & Janet 

"Mr. Schackner installed a new roof.  He did a very competent job.  He was very knowledgeable, polite and reliable.  Every day he would explain what he was going to do, and at the end of the day he would tell me what he had accomplished.  I was very pleased with the new roof and would hire him again." ~Betty M.

"A magnificent wall was made plus grass restored along boundary lines.  If you want an honest, humble and excellent craftsman: choose GA (Jed) Schackner." ~Pat & Marie

"Jed did some drywall repairs and installation.  It went very good and was absolutely perfect!  He was very professional and always showed up on time.  It took exactly the amount of time he said it would take.  He is the only builder I ever use.” ~Mark S. 

"Repaired deck woodwork. Replaced all trim with AZEK.  Leveled 2nd floor deck/replaced diagonal bracing with three columns with concrete footers.   Mr. Schackner was professional from the time he priced our jobs right through to completion.  He was clear in explaining options, punctual and left the work site in good order.  Jed is a pleasure to do business with.  We recommend without reservation." ~Richard W. / Toby C. 

"I have a family heirloom dining room table that needed the legs repaired right before Thanksgiving.  Jed took the table and repaired it in his shop in just a few days.  He repaired and reinforced the legs so they won’t break again.  He did a wonderful job in a timely fashion.  The service was great and completed in a timely fashion.  Thanks Jed!" ~Faith P. 

"Jed remodeled our laundry room.  He did such a great job at a reasonable price that we have continued to use him for various jobs since.  He is a stickler for detail.  In my opinion, that's a most desirable trait in a contractor.  He is also very personable and doesn't get upset when you add to a job.  Other contractors I have used have gotten upset.  I would highly recommend GA Schackner Builders for all building and remodeling needs." ~Pat & Angela 

"Jed built me a garage.  He removed an outside door and replaced it with a window and also installed a sliding glass door and some drywall work.  It was perfect!  I haven't had any problems with any of the work he has done.  He even followed up with me to make sure everything was right and that I was satisfied.  I would highly recommend Jed."  ~Mark S.

"Jed replaced roof on main house addition.  He remodeled porch roof and reinforced structure easement to first floor.  Installed one large window.  On my Beach House, he reinforced structure and installed horticulture protection.  All went well.  G A does all my carpenter work and I am very satisfied with his work." ~Bill M.

 Jed's focus on the quality of the work, his care and attention to detail, etc. are refreshing.  We have already recommended Jed (G A Schackner) to friends and would recommend him to you."  ~Alex & Marth