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    Leandro A.

    Hiring Jacob from Concept Renovation to remodel our bathroom was one of the worst decisions we've ever made. From start to finish, the experience was a nightmare. Jacob showed up to sell us on the job, then virtually disappeared. He made maybe one other appearance during the entire project (oh, perhaps to pick up a check!). We asked for a discount when we first negotiated the price, which in hindsight was a huge mistake because it seems we got the "C team" as a result. It turns out Jacob doesn't even employ his own team--he just subs out the work to random contractors and slaps Concept Renovation t-shirts on them to create the illusion of a professional crew. While the workers themselves were polite, the lack of accountability and oversight was glaring. And it wasn't just oversight--the people he sent to the job were, frankly, incompetent. The stone fabricator clearly didn't know what they were doing, and Jacob had to send a second tiler after the first one botched the job. It felt like he was just throwing "not best in class" people at our project without any care or consideration for quality. As for Jacob? Every interaction with him was unpleasant--his attitude was dismissive and condescending. Fast forward three years, and the bathroom is falling apart. The walls around the shower are decaying from water damage, and when we reached out to Jacob to address it, he immediately deflected blame. He claimed the issue was with the shower door, which he conveniently says isn't his responsibility--even though he was the one who outsourced the company to install it. Worse still, it's clear they skipped important steps that could have made the shower area more waterproof, and not once did they suggest better options during the project. Concept Renovation is the definition of unprofessionalism, poor craftsmanship, and zero accountability. If you care about your home, your money, or your sanity, look elsewhere. EDIT:-------------------- I feel the need to respond to Jacob's comments regarding the timeline and wear and tear. Yes, the project was completed 3.5 years ago (the review mentions 3), but I'm not sure why that matters. As for the claim that the issues are simply due to wear and tear, we have another bathroom in the property that was remodeled before this one, and it is in significantly better condition--proving that this is not just normal aging but rather poor craftsmanship. Did they use the proper drywall for wet areas? No. Did they properly seal all areas? No. Did they use the correct baseboards for wet areas? No. Did they advise us on potential water damage risks? No. Unfortunately, these oversights have led to significant problems, which is why I stand by my opinion that the work was not done to a high standard.

    erin y.

    Nightmare Experience- Terrible Communication, Disorganized, Being Treated Rudely in Our Own Home, and Average Results. Our project was two bathrooms and a fireplace removal. We had to cancel the second bathroom halfway because the experience was overwhelming. Besides some initial delays due to materials and permits, the contractor, Phil, often took random leave, 2 to 3 days per week, and even once for nearly a full week without providing any explanation. When we followed up, both Phil and the project manager, Max, blamed the delays on our material orders; however, he took time off without even checking the material status with us. Scheduling was a mess. We'd be told someone was coming the same day, then get time changes midday, or be told someone would come tomorrow and not hear anything until they didn't show. It was hard to tell who the actual client was. We raised these concerns and saw minor improvements for a couple of days--but then everything slipped right back to chaos. The most upsetting moment came when my husband casually asked a coworker about the progress and next steps--out of curiosity, not criticism. Phil overheard and suddenly yelled at him in our own home. He is 5' 10", about 200lbs. It escalated fast and left me so shaken that I had a panic attack and had to leave the house. I ended up needing therapy, and to this day, I feel anxiety just walking into the newly remodeled bathroom. Eventually, we decided to terminate the rest of the project and informed Max. However, the invoice they sent still included charges for the second bathroom and for electrical work that was never done. After two rounds of negotiation, we got a corrected quote. Their finance team responded quickly--but that was the only consistently professional part of the experience. One last thing: after removing a closet frame, Phil left the ceiling and floor messy and promised to fix it--never did. We had to ask Max to send someone else in to repair and paint it properly. The quality of the work? Passable - it looks okay at first glance(based on the materials that we selected by ourselves), but closer inspection reveals a lack of attention to detail. If you're considering this company, be aware: you may end up managing the project yourself while living in a high-stress, poorly managed construction site, and a borderline hostile experience in your own home.

    I'm not a big Yelper but some people are just so stellar at what they do that it's worth telling the masses. 4 of my neighbors recommended Jacob... and with good reason. I've done 3 major renovations in the last 3 years and they've all had issues- except for the work done with Concept Renovations. Beautiful work, done in record time, easy and quick communication. Jacob, Val and team are who you need to be working with. Completed our whole guest house in under 4 months, and sometimes sent us workers 7 days a week so we could be complete in time for the birth of our baby. 100/10 experience.

    All the tiles are loose and turns out they weren't installed properly.  All tiles are now garbage and need to start over.

    The absolute worst. Jacob was super present when bidding the job and then disappeared and there was zero supervision.... Flash forward to 6 years later and the entire tile floor needs to be replaced in a non primary bathroom. Turns out the tiles weren't installed properly. Have tried several times to have a conversation and have Jacob come up and see the situation but he has been non responsive. Really awful work. I would run as far from the guy . Zero accountability.

    Karen Q.

    We had Max and Phil work with us on creating a beautiful design of our master bathroom. We are very very happy with how the bathroom design turned out. Also we appreciated the design suggestions from both Max and Phil who guided us a long the process. We highly recommend their services because they are great about open communications with their clients. Overall, great work and I would contact them again in the future.

    Brand new tile floor in the walk-in closet

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    IND Construction

    IND Construction

    (130 reviews)

    Encino

    We had such a great experience with IND Construction on our bathroom remodel. The entire process…read morewas smooth from start to finish, and the final result looks incredible--we're so happy with how everything turned out. Dorel, the contractor, was professional, communicative, and always on time. He really listened to what we wanted and made sure it came to life. Moses, was also fantastic--detail-oriented, respectful, and clearly takes pride in his work. We always felt comfortable having them in our home, which was especially important to me since I was pregnant at the time. I actually went into labor while they were working, and even then, everything was handled smoothly and respectfully. They were fair, reliable, and truly easy to work with. I would absolutely recommend IND Construction to anyone looking for quality work and a trustworthy team.

    We contracted with IND for a kitchen, laundry room, and small bathroom remodel. We had heard horror…read morestories about working with contractors, so we were a little nervous, but there were no problems with IND. Dorel was well prepared and kept the crew on course. One of the reasons we went with IND was that Dorel prepared a written proposal before we signed the contract, so we had a better idea of what was going to happen. None of the other contractors we talked to did that. We have a couple of other projects that we have in mind for the future, and we will be happy to use IND again.

    Finesse Remodeling & Consulting

    Finesse Remodeling & Consulting

    (120 reviews)

    Encino

    We hired Finesse Remodeling to re-do our very tiny galley kitchen in January. After interviewing 3…read moreother contractors, we decided to go with Avi and Finesse because he showed the most enthusiasm and excitement for our project. I loved his attitude- he came in so full of joy, and never lost that joy throughout the project. You can tell he loves what he does. He was the only contractor who seemed to really hear me when I said what I had hoped for, and then he pitched his own ideas along those lines. We took almost all his ideas- which were really innovative and interesting. He followed up with me a couple days after the estimate (the only contractor to do so), and I figured if he was that interested in the job, his company would definitely do it well- I was right. A lot of the other contractors we interviewed made us feel like the job was too small for them, but we never felt that way with Avi and his crew. He always answered our calls or texts- which is actually pretty rare in this business. He was very responsive- never shirking responsibility- and definitely willing to fix any problems that came up during the whole process. That being said, there were a few problems. The project ended up taking about 2 weeks longer than originally estimated, and also cost quite a bit more. Some of that was just the nature of upgrading an 85 year old house (we had cloth wiring that needed to be entirely ripped out and replaced, and that process probably delayed our "simple" remodel by about 1 week.) Unfortunately, we also had some issues with the custom cabinets not being the right size, but Avi got the cabinet company to come back and make the fixes. The window sills were supposed to be made of the backsplash granite, but there was an issue with the measurements for that too, and we ended up with wooden sills instead. They still look great. This was my first experience with remodeling, and after talking to several friends who have had much worse experiences, it seems my issues were rather minor and not out of the ordinary. The most important thing is that Avi responded to and corrected all of the issues in a timely manner. In the end, all that really matters is the finished product. And the finished kitchen is truly beautiful! Avi's team, Luis and his son, were outstanding. You could tell they take a lot of pride in what they do, and they never half-assed any part of the remodel- the floor, the replacement dry wall, the trim, the window sills, the painting- it was all done with a lot of care and pride in making it right! The whole kitchen is gorgeous now, and I am extremely happy with it. I would definitely hire Avi & the Finesse team again!! GREAT JOB!

    Kudos for Finesse Remodeling and Consulting and Avi Ben Dov​…read more I want to share the excellent work Avi Ben Dov and Finesse Remodeling and Consulting team did on my house remodel. They updated my electrical system, refurbished the AC setup, and updated the kitchen and both of my bathrooms. Best regards, Rodney Isaac

    MC Construction & Design

    MC Construction & Design

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    Encino

    We had an amazing experience working with MC Construction & Design. Mike and his team built our 500…read moresq ft ADU and the entire process was smooth from start to finish. Mike was professional, responsive, and really knew what he was doing. He kept everything organized, stayed on schedule, and made sure we understood every step along the way. The quality of work exceeded our expectations and the attention to detail really shows. His team was respectful, clean, and efficient throughout the project. Any questions or changes we had were handled quickly and without stress. We are extremely happy with the final result and would absolutely recommend Mike and his team to anyone looking to build an ADU or take on a construction project.

    For years, we had been curious about expanding our home to include at least one additional bathroom…read moreand bedroom. We didn't know where to start. In our search for a contractor, we had three (3) contractor quotes. We settled with MC Construction and Design based on responsiveness, details and feel. During our Design Phase, we were able let our Project Manager know what we were looking for. He was able to provide a rough design immediately to get us started. Once we finalized our design, MC was able to provide a floor plan and some alternates to consider. This process was quick and smooth, and designs were submitted to the city within a couple of weeks. Our Project included the following three (3) phases: 1. Home Addition - adding 1.5 bathrooms, 1 bedroom and den (~400 sq. ft.) 2. Driveway Replacement 3. Garage Foundation Re-footing After plans were approved, the Project Manager/Owner (Mike) came to introduce himself and the team. Work began the next day. The project scope was estimated to take 6 - 8 months, they completed it in 5 months. The PM and Contractor team was quick to provide updates and answer any questions or concerns during the process. Communication was great. Whenever issues with the home were found, honest recommendations were provided, with no pressure. And also, any minor adjustments were made upon request. Everything went as well as it possibly could. That doesn't come without organization, attentiveness and hard work from the contractor team, so thank you! Overall, it was a good experience working with MC Construction and Design. Would gladly work with them again on any future projects.

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    Pearl Remodeling

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    Lake Balboa

    We had a great experience with this Alon and his teams! They worked on our driveway, front walkway,…read morefoundation, and backyard drainage, and everything turned out beautifully. The pavers and driveway are honestly stunning - our neighbors have given us so many compliments already! The team was easy to work with, showed up when they said they would, and explained the process clearly along the way. Communicating over Whatsapp with them was great. We went back and forth proposing solutions to the drainage issues and where to put the stairs - they really listened to all our ideas and improved them. Their proposed amazing drainage solutions are effective and work great. The quality of their work and planning was top tier. They were respectful of our property and left the place clean when the job was done. It's not easy to find contractors you trust, but these guys absolutely delivered. We're extremely happy with the results and would recommend them without hesitation.

    I set up an appointment with somebody who answered the phone to make an appointment and get a quote…read moreabout getting an ADU built behind my home. Later, "Jacob" called me back later and expressed condescending concern that I had ONLY a $150K budget. I told him that's where the budget starts, not ends and asked him what the true cost was. He responded back that it's between $300 and $450 a square foot. So I told him, "Okay, if my calculations are correct, if I go with $350 a square foot so I'm not at the rock bottom, and I multiply that by 600 sq ft for a small ADU, that is roughly $210K for a price starting point with your company?" "Well no it's not exactly... "Then what did I miss?" "Well there's all sorts of other things blah blah blah..." Overall the tone was condescending and he made it clear that I didn't know what I was talking about, when in fact I have 15 years experience as a home designer that designs and budgets facelifts on houses that are about to go up for sale. I have dealt with contractors for many, many years. Eventually I got fed up with his tone and told him to cancel the appointment. As my grandma always said, you'll catch more flies with honey than hot sauce!

    SK Home Designs and Remodeling

    SK Home Designs and Remodeling

    (12 reviews)

    Encino

    Just wrapped our bathroom remodel and we're thrilled! Fast turnaround, great quality, and fully…read morecustomized to our needs! Steve guided us through every step--recommended the right options while letting us choose what we love. As our first home renovation, he was always present, not delegating to anyone else, and even with a permit delay with the city, they made up the time with a fast turnaround. Steve's crew were also professional & courteous. Whenever we had questions or concerns about fixtures or other things, he quickly arranged for his team to fix them and make everything just right for us. We came across SK Home Design & Remodeling during a casual online search, and we're so glad we chose them. We were happy with the results and went on to have him work on other projects in our home. We also recommended him to our friends who are now working with him on their bathroom project. We highly recommend Steve and his SK Home Design & Remodeling team!

    We wanted to add a room and a bathroom to our house. Based on exhaustive research and interviews…read morewith general contractors, we selected Steve Kossover. He was clear and straightforward in his presentation of what to expect, which was not the case with most companies we talked with. Many companies sent noncommittal salespeople for interviews. Steve's personality was the ultimate point that made us go with him. The project went smoothly from design and engineering, dealing with the city, to building the unit. There were some issues that had to be taken care of. Here it proved that Steve's promises during the initial negotiations were not just empty words, but a commitment. Steve did not produce the cheapest proposal, but, based on the process and the result, we are glad that we selected him for our project.

    Top Pros Construction

    Top Pros Construction

    (42 reviews)

    Encino

    We are so happy to show our perfect bathroom, we met Gil few times before we started the project!…read moreHe explained how the entire process would go and what to expect. Gil was very honest and knowledgeable. The project manager contacted us and told us everyday what's the schedule for tomorrow. We love our new bathroom! Thank you Top pro construction

    This has to be one of the most unorganized construction companies I have ever worked with. Thay…read morecharged me $33,000 for a block wall that they said would be done no more than three weeks after they got the permit. The job still isn't done 2 months after it started due to their incompetency. I went over how I didn't want concrete buried in my dirt, because I'm paying them to take it to the dump, and they did, I told them to get a toilet, so the guys had a place to go, they still went behind my shed instead of walking to the front of the house. I told them to bring their own tools, and they covered my hose sprayer and hose with concrete. The worst part is when you tell them, they pout like little kids. I felt like a parent cleaning up bottles and cans and trash out of my backyard so I can use it for summer. I can't warn you enough not to waste your time with this "company". Not to mention they won't pick up the phone if you are calling for an existing job. This is a company of HACKS that took four tries to pass their first inspection and shouldn't have a contractor's license. I had Thom and Erin working on my job and they made every day a little worse and now my backyard looks terrible. They were a couple of clowns trying to run a three-ring circus.

    Fidelity Green Builders And Design - A new construction building for FedEx - Demolition and grading

    Fidelity Green Builders And Design

    (4 reviews)

    Encino

    Shay and Nina came through for me when I needed them. Another contractor had cut corners on the…read morefoundation for my shed so I reached out to Fidelity Green for help. Shay came by and immediately saw the issues. He helped me understand my options and provided the expertise I needed to get the foundation fixed, even offering to supervise the repair if it was done by another contractor. Nina prepared a quote that I submitted to the original builder. Shay offered advice throughout the negotiations and was always quick to respond to questions. The foundation was eventually repaired. It was a pleasure working with Shay and Nina throughout a stressful process. It was reassuring knowing I could turn to a trustworthy expert who had my back. I highly recommend Fidelity Green to anyone considering a foundation project. Thank you, Shay and Nina!

    I contacted Fidelity Green Builders and Design for an estimate for structural work at my property…read more They came the next day, and within 24 hours, I had a detailed bid in my email. I had to wait another 2 days until they obtain for me an emergency repair permit (their structural engineer is professional and very productive as well!) They showed up 7am Monday morning with equipment and tools that I never seen in my entire life, they work is clean and organized and Pini the field manager was extremely helpful in answering and explaining few questions that I had. Repair (and building and safety inspection) was completed in 3.5 days, and today, they cleaned up and packed their giant trailer and left my property repaired and clean. Their cost was fair compared to another estimate that I received. It was truly a great experience. Thank you for a great job.

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