Uncle Marino's Home Improvement | Trusted Fence Installation in Elmont, NY
Elmont, NY 11003
Local Business Description
Uncle Marino's Home Improvement, owned by Marino Reyes, is a home services company based in Elmont, NY, specializing in painting, fencing, and pool services. The business was born from a personal challenge when Marino faced the possibility of losing his home; he leveraged his skill in home improvement and support from friends to start the company. Today, the team takes pride in delivering quality work that ensures customer satisfaction. They serve the local community with a range of services including interior and exterior painting, fence and gate installation, repair, staining, and weatherproofing, as well as pool installation, remodeling, and repair. Located near the Elmont Road shopping corridor and not far from Belmont Park, the crew understands the specific challenges local homeowners face. A common issue in the area is winter weather damage to wooden fences, including cracking from freeze-thaw cycles and snow load. Uncle Marino's addresses this by using weather-resistant materials and applying protective sealants during repairs and new installations. They also educate homeowners on seasonal maintenance to extend fence life. Whether it's refreshing a living room with paint, fixing a gate, or installing a new pool, the team approaches each job with the same dedication: your happiness is their satisfaction.
Business Offerings
- Exterior staining
- Fence repair
- Automatic gate repair
- Fence weatherproofing
- Interior wall painting
- Painting exterior elements
Question Answers
How do you handle wood fence cracking and snow damage common in Elmont winters?
Winter weather in Elmont can cause wood fences to crack from moisture freezing and expanding, and heavy snow can push panels out of alignment. Our repair process includes replacing damaged panels with pressure-treated wood, reinforcing posts to handle snow loads, and applying a waterproof stain or sealant. For new installations, we use lumber with lower moisture content and recommend seasonal weatherproofing to prevent future damage.
Can you paint both the interior and exterior of my home, and do you prepare the surfaces first?
Yes, we paint interior walls, trim, and molding, as well as exterior elements like siding and trim. Proper surface preparation is a key part of our process: we patch holes, sand rough spots, clean surfaces, and apply primer where needed. For exterior surfaces, we also check for mildew or peeling paint before starting.
What types of gates do you install, and can you repair an automatic gate that isn't opening properly?
We install both manual and automatic gates for driveways and walkways, using materials like wood, vinyl, or metal. If your automatic gate is malfunctioning, we diagnose common issues such as sensor misalignment, motor failure, or track obstruction. Repairs often involve replacing worn parts, adjusting the opener, or realigning the gate itself.
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Tue: | 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Wed: | 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Thu: | 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Fri: | 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Sat: | 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Sun: | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
























