They did an incredible job with our kitchen remodel. We had custom cabinets to install and quite a…read morefew tricky problems where our planning didn't align with reality, and in every case they went above and beyond to find solutions. The quality of the work was incredibly high especially given how affordable their estimate was for a whole kitchen remodel. We are already talking to them about our next project. And they're all super nice guys, some of the most pleasant I've ever worked with. Oh and listen to them when they make suggestions - the one time I didn't, I wished I had afterward. Their idea would have been better!

I recently hired Pablo's General Remodeling to replace my kitchen countertop and install a new…read moredishwasher, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the team was professional, punctual, and easy to work with. They took the time to explain the process, helped me select the right materials, and kept me informed throughout the project. The installation was completed on schedule, and the workmanship is outstanding -- the countertop looks beautiful, and the dishwasher was installed with care and precision. The crew was respectful of my home, kept the workspace clean, and made sure everything was working perfectly before they left. It's rare to find a company that delivers both great customer service and high-quality craftsmanship, but Pablo's General Remodeling truly exceeded expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for kitchen upgrades or appliance installation.

Working with general contractor Daniel Woodsum is an unmitigated pleasure! A GC costs more per hour…read morethan a "handyman" but jobs are done more quickly and correctly because of their vast experience. Daniel is a great communicator, translating what you want into an efficient series of steps to accomplish the goal. My wife praises his "economy of movement", marveling how he accomplishes goals. In our 1930s beach cottage we've hung doors, upgraded knob and tube electrical, added circuits for kitchen counters and appliances, modernized gas hookups, and are now removing some of the non-functional elements added over the last century. We unreservedly recommend Daniel, both to this online audience and our friends and neighbors, who are getting their long-overdue to-do lists ready for him. Two thumbs up.

Needed somebody to come out and check some electrical parts of my house…read moreI had a ring light and an outlet that was a little loose, causing some burning. Daniel and I scheduled a time for him to come out directly in the yelp app. Communication was great. Daniel showed up at 2 PM at the time that we were scheduled. He got straight to work, fix the ring light. We discovered that there was some other issues with the ring light. I also had an electrical outlet that was burning possibly because of a loose connection. He was able to replace the electrical outlet for my family to safely resume using it. Daniel will surely be on my short list of people to call when I need work done around the house.

Job and his crew are friendly and helpful. They are all hard workers who insist on quality. The…read morehave remodeled two bathrooms for me, refinished floors, painted the outside of my house and put on a new roof. I keep calling them back because they are honest, dependable and a pleasure to work with.

Job Juarez completed an addition, added a bathroom, and renovated an ADU for us. Fair price, very…read morecommunicative, and strong attention to detail make me very comfortable in referring them to others. They juggled other projects, scheduled well with the subcontractors and the City to ensure that the progress was being made. Really happy with the final product.

What a great team! My primary contact was Rudolfo who coordinated the various craftsmen who worked…read moreto complete the project. Every team member was friendly, deeply respectful and meticulous in their work. As with all remodels we encountered some challenges but Rudolfo always had a solution and helped me to make good economical choices that will be beneficial in the long run too. Rudy is a master craftsman and was able to turn every one of my "do you think we could..." ideas into reality. Last his pricing was well below other estimates. I will hire this team anytime I have a chance- you won't be disappointed if you do too!

We looked extensively at different contracting companies to take on our kitchen remodel. After…read moremeeting with Jonathan to go over the scope of the project it was clear GCE was the right fit. Jonathan was up front, competitive with his pricing and responsive leading up to the project. We were very thankful that we did move forward with GCE. Rudy and the team did not cut corners and were extremely detail oriented in their craft. So much so that they were pro active in adding in outlets that we had not planned for because it was more functional for the space. The team was also very respectful of the areas outside of the kitchen, creating barriers and covering our entire furniture to keep the space clean. I highly recommend GCE for any construction you're looking to do in your home.

We used E&F for a bathroom remodel. They did a fantastic job on a job that was not easy. This…read morebathroom had not been remodeled in over 70 years. Yes, 70 years. Everything needed to be torn down and replaced. The wiring was old. The plumbing was leaking. And the flooring needed to be completely replaced. They produced an estimate. And came in on budget. They gave a time frame. And finished on time. I'm not sure what more you could want in a contractor. We will use them again!

The Great (+2 stars) ==========…read more * The structural work: Our home is on a great, new, solid foundation (with shear walls), so we feel as safe as we can be in our home for an earthquake! * Our basement is also now more usable. * Drainage: There is now drainage around the foundation and under the basement slab, so we are no longer worried about our basement flooding! * The working crew were very friendly and considerate. The Bad (-1 star): ========== * The electrical subcontractor was quite bad. The electricians didn't install the dryer outlet properly (one conductor came loose before I first used it), most outlets they installed are loose (they give when pushing in a plug), and they installed a used, old (not LED compatible) dimmer for the LED lights they installed. Also, the owner yelled at his team a lot. * The plumbing subcontractor was bad, too. They misdrilled several holes, damaging the interior of the home. They didn't seal around exterior penetrations into the house. They didn't put a cover over the branch of a wye that was no longer needed. They wouldn't do anything about the loss of hot water pressure in a bathroom faucet that occurred after they moved some plumbing around (I ended up having to disconnect and disassemble the hot water valve myself and I found a piece of silicone clogged in there). They over-glued the drain of the laundry supply box making it nearly impossible to remove the cap, and they lost the o-rings on my faucet aerator. The Ugly (-2 stars): ========== * They overlooked details in the plans about where walls and doors should go, and denied responsibility since they weren't in the structural engineer's plans, which they opted to not have updated with the revisions I told them about. This lead to a sewer pipe being installed in an inconvenient location (it went through the foundation, so it can't be moved), a structural wall that was almost built in the wrong place (I caught it while they were digging the footing), and a room that was built with no doorway (they had to cut some framing to make the opening). * The pricing/scope was negligent at best, but I'd put it closer to misleading or deceptive. During the initial visits, they talked about all the things they would do (including putting up framing, drywall, and insulation), and then sent over an estimate that I accepted. I didn't realize until halfway through the project that the estimate didn't include many of the things they talked about (including the framing, drywall, and insulation); those apparently would be part of "Phase 2," not included in the price of the first estimate. I had chosen E&F over another estimate that was less expensive even though it did explicitly contain the "additional" scope. I was also surprised that the electrical and plumbing (most of which was necessary to get them out of the way for the structural work) was billed separately; i.e., an unexpected additional expense. * They chose to rebuild a segment of stairs (rather than just adding two steps at the bottom, per the plans), which ended up having insufficient clearance with an overhang halfway down. They tried to convince me there was no new problem because they built them the same as before (but the run of the new stairs was one inch longer, causing the 4th step down to be 4 inches closer to the overhang) and resisted remedying the issue. They just ended up taking a sawzall to trim the overhang -- a joist -- which I just have to hope doesn't compromise any structural integrity! Further, they didn't even finish the stairs (sand and seal); "Test your staining skills," they said. * They ghosted before Phase 2. As the structural work was reaching completion, we were going back and forth on scope for Phase 2. However, when the structural work was actually completed, they just stopped communicating, left dirt and demo debris they left on our driveway for a month, then disappeared. There were lots of things they removed to get out of the way (like several segments of fence) but didn't put back. I could easily add 3x more issues and details, but this review is already too long.

Customer service is amazing. Quality and performance is great. Response time is awesome.read more

It was a pleasure working with Jean and his crew at Geico Builders. After interviewing several…read morefirms, we chose Geico because it was readily evident that they had extensive knowledge, experience and professionalism to carry out our project. Jean was an excellent project manager, very knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. He was on top of every aspect of our remodel and guided us through the whole process. Jean gave excellent advice and creative ideas for our project. We wanted to raise our living room floor and other firms pushed for wood framing. Jean explained that concrete would better support the hardwood flooring we planned. To our amazement, his team installed rebar, poured, and leveled the concrete all in one day. The raised concrete floor was nicely done and we were very happy with it. Their concrete pricing was also very fair. Geico also remodeled our downstairs bathroom and removed a wall between the shower and the sink. The results were fantastic! The finish, fit, and flow were exactly what we envisioned. Special thanks to Jean's crew for their excellent workmanship and attention to detail. They were hard working, conscientious, and thorough. They also cleaned up every night after their work. We highly recommend Geico Builders!

This is my very first Yelp review, and I truly felt this business deserved an excellent one. All…read morethe positive reviews you see are absolutely accurate. Professionalism: The team at Your Carpenter Friend was professional, meticulous, and clean, and they did an excellent job repairing dry rot around our home. They were so good that we've already recommended them to a couple of friends, and I hope they get the opportunity to work with them as well. Licensed: Yes Pricing: Pricing was reasonable and on par with other vendors we considered. Recommendation: Yes--100% recommend them. We plan to hire them again next year for additional work in the spring/summer, and I'll be happy to update this review then. Skill: They are truly skilled carpenters (Brendan, Zach, and Sam), which feels rare these days. While I don't do woodworking myself, I can certainly recognize and appreciate quality craftsmanship. In several areas, Zach and Sam came up with creative solutions to ensure water would not sit on the wood. They also discovered additional dry rot during the project and always consulted with us and obtained approval before proceeding. They worked non-stop--even in the cold! Work: I initially contacted Brendan for a mix of handyman work along with exterior dry rot repairs. He was honest and upfront about what could realistically be done during the dry season, so we decided to focus solely on the dry rot repairs. As it turned out, Brendan is a former termite inspector--perfect for anyone needing dry rot repair. They worked at our home for 3 days. There was one small area that wasn't painted on one side; once we brought it to his attention, Brendan came back the very next day to fix it. Their goal is clearly to make the customer happy, within reason. BTW -- he also does decks. Thank you, Brendan & Team!

Your Carpenter Friend repaired an area of dry rot on a 2nd-story roof overhang at my house in…read moreNovember. My experience with Brendan and his crew was consistently positive. Brendan came out to assess the project and provided a fair and detailed estimate within two days. He answered my questions clearly and honestly, and didn't try to upsell me on other potential work that I didn't ask for. Once I accepted his estimate, he scheduled the job in a very timely manner. He and his guys completed the job on schedule and on budget, which sadly seems like a rarity these days. I greatly appreciate Brendan's communication style and professionalism, as well as the high quality of the work he performed. I am planning another home exterior project next spring and would not hesitate to use this company for the carpentry work.

We hired LB Construction & Remodeling for a major remodel of roughly half our 1951…read morehome--reconfiguring walls, adding a brand-new bathroom, and completely redesigning an old one. Owning an older home comes with inevitable surprises, so we wanted a team who could problem-solve creatively. That's where Liran shined. We brought some ideas to the table, and he offered alternative solutions that made far more sense for how we live--solutions we loved. Designers were brought in to prepare plans and permits, and the work began. Our project manager, Adi, was one of the kindest, most attentive people I've ever worked with. He stayed in constant contact, visited the site frequently, and ensured every detail met extremely high standards. It became a running joke between us about changing their slogan to "quality you can afford"--he humored me, and it perfectly captures the team's approach. The craftsmanship from Flavio, the lead contractor, was exceptional. We didn't pick the easiest designs, but the finished primary bathroom shower tile is genuinely a work of art--everyone who sees it comments on it. We also can't forget "Muscle Memo", who handled all the heavy lifting--climbing through dusty attics, crawling under grimy crawl spaces, and tackling the toughest physical work. His effort made the project run smoothly and safely. Adding to the charm, the team brought their own portable bathroom, which hilariously became a little local attraction--neighbors and passersby would sometimes "need to go," and we all shared a laugh over it. LB went above and beyond by addressing problem areas that weren't part of the original scope, with no extra charge, just to ensure the house looked perfect. They even brought in a professional cleaning crew, leaving our home cleaner than when the project started--a rare and deeply appreciated touch. We are thrilled with the entire LB team and highly recommend them. They hit that sweet spot: exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful problem-solving, genuine care, a sense of humor, and high quality at a price we could afford. Truly impressive from start to finish.

LB did a fantastic job for us. We hired them for a major remodeling project and they delivered…read morehigh-quality work, on budget and on time.

Did an amazing job on mt driveway from the estimate to the finish everything went smoothread more

It took a lot longer than expected, but it was well worth the wait. We created an area in the yard…read morefor relaxing and office shed from what was a patch of rocks and bushes. Eric and team kept everything tidy and kept me updated along the process.