We chose DevArt8 as our ADU builder in San Jose after meeting a few different contractors, and the difference was obvious right away. They were clear about the process, realistic about timelines, and didn't overpromise. The San Jose ADU permits side was what worried us most, but they handled it in a structured way. We always knew what was submitted, what we were waiting on, and what the next step would be. That level of communication made the entire project feel calm. The build itself is excellent. Everything feels solid and well finished, from the framing to drywall, electrical, plumbing, and final details. The layout is functional and it doesn't feel like an "extra unit" at all, it feels like a small custom home. We've had multiple friends ask who built it because the quality shows. If you're looking for ADU builders in San Jose who actually know the permit process and deliver high level craftsmanship, DevArt8 is a great choice. read more

We live in Palo Alto and our house had that late 80s vibe that never really aged well. I'm extremely particular about details. I notice tile lines. I notice gaps in trim. I notice crooked outlets. During our home remodeling in Palo Alto, I walked through almost daily looking for flaws. Not in an aggressive way. Just... watching. The thing is, I didn't find much to complain about. The crew worked steadily. Ray answered questions without getting defensive. That alone builds trust. The house now feels bright and clean but still comfortable. It doesn't look like a trend. It just looks right. read more

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We hired DevArt8 for an ADU project in San Jose after spending a good amount of time speaking with a few different builders, and I'm really glad we went with them. A lot of the other companies we talked to came across as overly sales-focused or gave answers that felt vague whenever we asked about the actual process. With DevArt8, it felt different right away. They were straightforward, clear, and seemed to actually understand both the construction side and everything that goes into building an ADU in San Jose. From the beginning, communication was one of the biggest things that stood out to us. They explained things in a way that was easy to follow, kept us updated, and didn't make the whole project feel more stressful than it needed to be. That mattered a lot because taking on an ADU build is a big decision, and we wanted to feel like we were working with a team that knew what they were doing and respected our time. The finished ADU came out beautifully. The quality of the work is obvious when you walk through it. It doesn't feel like a rushed add-on or something thrown together in the backyard. It truly feels like a comfortable, well-designed small home with thoughtful details and a clean, modern finish. You can tell they cared about the end result and not just about getting the job done. Overall, we had a very positive experience with DevArt8 and felt confident in their team throughout the project. If you're looking for ADU builders in San Jose and want a company that communicates clearly, understands the process, and delivers a high-quality final product, they were a really solid choice for us. read more

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DevArt8 built a detached ADU in our Sunnyvale backyard for my mother-in-law who's moving in next year. We took our time on the planning because we wanted her to have everything she'd need: accessible bathroom, no thresholds anywhere, a real kitchen because she actually cooks daily. DevArt8 was patient with all of it. The unit is small but feels like a real home, not a guest suite. So glad we did this with them. read more

Ray, Johan and Team (engineers, electricians, and others) helped update our ADU. From beginning to end the Team worked with our best interest in mind and on our behalf including multiple visits to the planning department to ensure planners understood the work. Also from beginning to final clean up and touch up, all went out of their way to ensure the project was completed as agreed and to our expectations -- Thank you. Ray's experience coupled with his construction and engineering knowledge proved indispensable and the value adds he authorized were significant and appreciated. read more

DevArt8 Builders - General Contractors Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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We worked with Ray and his team on a JADU conversion of our garage. Overall the experience was very good. Joan, Carlos, and Ray were very accommodating and helpful. The price was competitive and the got the job done in the time proposed. Workers worked M-F for the duration of the project. They were very polite, and even went above and beyond to clean up the site mid-project to accommodate my in-laws request for Chinese New Year. There were a couple of things that came up during the project, and Ray was more than fair on adding them to the scope of work. The place looks great. The only issue we had was with the designer as we had some challenges with her. I've spoken to Ray about this, and I hope they can improve in this area. read more

We had a great experience working with Ray, Joan, Sebastian, Carlos, Jason, and others at DevArt8 on our garage (and more) remodel. They completely fixed up our garage walls which were unfinished and in bad shape, added recessed lights, installed an electric car charger, installed additional electrical outlets, replaced the backyard door, painted everything, concealed *all* exposed wires, ran Ethernet throughout our house, installed ceiling fans and recessed lights inside our house, and much more! Throughout the process, the crew was very professional, careful, courteous, and performed high quality work. If there were any aspects to the job I wanted to be redone, it was quickly done. Ray made sure we had great communication throughout the process by setting up WhatsApp chats for easy discussions. I can't wait to use DevArt8 for more work around our house and we have heartily recommended them to our friends already. read more

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After researching multiple ADU builders in San Jose, we chose DevArt8 and are very happy we did. The build quality is solid and the process felt organized from start to finish. The layout works perfectly for rental income and the finishes feel clean and modern. If you're planning an ADU in San Jose and want a company that understands both construction and city requirements, DevArt8 is a strong option. read more

We hired DevArt8 Builders for a big project and were really happy with the results. We did a full remodel of 2.5 bathrooms, converted a game room into a bedroom, expanded a closet, added recessed lighting, and had cabinet painting done. From the start, Ray was easy to communicate with, shared practical remodel ideas that improved the plan, and gave a clear estimate that felt fair. During the project, Ben kept us updated regularly and was always available for questions or small requests. Like most home remodels, a couple unexpected things came up once the walls were opened. DevArt8 handled it quickly and professionally, explained the options, and kept everything moving without turning it into a stressful situation. Different crews were involved throughout (demo, plumbing, tile, paint), and everyone we met was respectful and did solid work. We love how everything came together and we're very pleased with the final outcome. Highly recommend DevArt8 Builders. read more

We renovated two full bathrooms and a guest half bath in our home with DevArt8 Builders, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. Since we stayed in the house during construction, the team worked on one bathroom at a time, which made things much easier for us. Before choosing Ray, we got several estimates from other companies in the Melno Park. While their quote wasn't the lowest, we liked that they offered a full-service approach where both the designer and the construction team work together under one company. That turned out to be a great decision because the process was smooth and organized from day one. Hila, our designer, was amazing. She really listened to what we wanted and understood our style right away. She brought creative ideas that fit our home perfectly and helped us choose beautiful materials for each bathroom. Johan, our project manager, was professional, reliable, and always kept us updated. He handled scheduling and small issues quickly so nothing ever turned into a problem. The entire crew was respectful, worked clean, and made sure our home stayed as comfortable as possible while the work was being done. Even when a couple of materials were delayed or a fixture arrived damaged, Johan took care of everything without any stress on our end. The project finished right on schedule and within the agreed budget. The quality of the work is excellent and the bathrooms look stunning. We're so happy we chose DevArt8 and highly recommend them to anyone planning a remodel in the Menlo park and the bay. read more

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We had Ray and his crew at DevArt8 Builders handle several projects for us, including replacing floors, painting, and a complete kitchen remodel. I really appreciated Ray's regular communication, the clear breakdown of costs, his team actually showing up when they said they would, and how smoothly they kept everything moving. He was professional throughout, and we were genuinely happy with the final results. We also want to give a big thanks to Ben, who was awesome to work with and made sure everything was finished with real attention to detail during the kitchen remodel. He went above and beyond to get the little things right and made sure we were happy with every step. read more

We used DevArt8 for updates to the main bath and kitchen of our (new-to-us) 1960s era home. The designer we worked with, Liran, brought her own ideas and expertise while still making the process flexible and collaborative. The final design meshed nicely with the surrounding existing elements. I had worked with the project manager, Johan, once before on a previous home. He was the reason we went to DevArt8 for this new project. He is a strong communicator and a creative problem solver. For example, during demo we learned that the soffit above the shower was hollow, and he recommended we knock it out for some free added height. Knowing we have young kids, he also suggested swapping out the shower fixture we had chosen for a hydro-rail in the same finish, which has since been very useful during the kids' bathtime. The subcontractors he used were all professional and detail-oriented as well. The project stayed on budget and largely on schedule, with the exception of some doors we were replacing. They had a long lead time to begin with, plus there were some refinishing delays on the one that needed to be stained to match others in the same hallway. In the end the final products look great and were worth the wait. Overall, we have been very pleased with the updates to these two areas we use on a daily basis. read more

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The project consisted of a full bathroom remodel and the building of a new room in the living room. I'm very pleased with the result, and Ray and Ben were very professional and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. Different teams were involved, from the demolition to the plumbing to the tile installation and painting, and all were a pleasure to work with! Professional, rigorous, and they always made sure we were on the same page before starting the work, so everything turned out as expected. Many thanks to everyone! read more

After buying an old house in my dream location, I had to find a GC who could help me build my dream home. I talked to no less than 8 GCs and after looking at the proposals I decided to go with Devart8 Builders, and it was arguably one of the best decisions I ever made. I am a "measure twice and cut once" type of guy so early planning was a big part of my selection criteria. From the first day, Devart8 set themselves apart from the others because their quote went into a level of detail that gave me confidence that their numbers were rooted in reality and not hand-wavy estimates that could balloon over time and destroy my budget. As someone whose day time job involved planning and executing on large projects, I was quite concerned about stories of GCs taking twice as long and costing twice as much so the planning details were very important for me. I also appreciated the fact that Ray (their owner) was super transparent about the areas where cost could potentially spill over and what the upper bound for that may look like. But above all, I loved the fact that their estimates were very formulaic and allowed me to reasonably price out any changes I wanted to make to the original proposal. Overall, their transparency in their process allowed me to put together a plan that gave me the highest ROI for my budget. Next came the execution, which involved tearing down a 3300sqft home and rebuilding it into a 4400sqft home. The demolition went fast so we started the construction, and this is where I want to give them shoutouts for their craft. The structural engineer on this project happened to be my cousin so I was fortunate enough to have someone who can keep a close eye on the work and give me an objective evaluation of the construction quality. My cousin was quite impressed with Devart8 and he especially appreciated how they reached out to him for structural details in areas where they could have arguably taken short cuts (at potentially lower cost to themselves) but Sebastian (my project manager) made sure that no suboptimal choices were made at the expense of quality. I often feel that the biggest risk to craft comes from what happens when no one is looking. It's the stuff that happens out of sight and that is deeper in the foundations that concerns me the most. With Devart8, I always felt that they could be trusted to maintain a really high bar for quality at every level of the project and that was something I felt gave me peace of mind then and still gives me peace of mind living in this house today. I actually got to know a lot of the guys over the course of the project and I eventually learned that most of them are people of faith (I know that sadly doesn't always mean much these days) and it was refreshing to see how honest and forthcoming they were in every conversation I had with them. My foreman Johani was a rockstar and he was probably a little stressed at times from my obsession with timelines and such, but I couldn't have asked for someone a better person to oversee the day-to-day for this project. We broke ground on my house in June and I moved in with my family 9 months later. Objectively speaking, this was a month or so behind schedule but I always felt the original timelines we had were hyper ambitious to begin with so I was thrilled with how fast we completed the project. I'm also very proud of the fact that we were able to keep the project 2.5M construction project just 25k over budget, which speaks to both how good the original estimates were and how well managed the entire project was end-to-end. The project drew the admiration of many neighbors for how quickly it was completed, and they actually got at least two more gigs in my community following the completion of my house. All in all, I strongly recommend Devart8 because they were truthful, knowledgeable, reliable and highly dedicated to their craft. read more

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We built a 2-story ADU with DevArt8 Builders. Ray and Johan were great to work with- professional, patient and always on top of things. The project took longer than expected due to city delays, but the end result came out beautiful and we are super happy with the results. Highly recommended!! read more

We were doing a bathroom remodel and were nervous about finding the right contractor. We met with several companies and decided to go with DevArt8 Builders after seeing their great reviews. Ray came in for the initial quote and immediately stood out as genuine, professional, and helpful. The pricing was fair, and Ray was very responsive and detail-oriented. He took the time to understand our vision and made sure everything was clearly noted, which we really appreciated. The on-site team was just as great, keeping us updated throughout the process and confirming every detail before moving forward. The project was completed on time and turned out exactly as we hoped. They made the whole experience smooth and stress-free. We would definitely recommend Ray and the DevArt8 Builders team and plan to work with them again in the future! read more

I hired DevArt8 Builders to renovate the home I grew up in in order to get it ready for sale. This house had not undergone significant updates in over 50 years and was badly in need of both modernization and renovation. I am so glad that DevArt8 was recommended to me, and they more than lived up to the ir reputation with the quality of their work and the professionalism. Ray and his team brought their expertise to every aspect of the project, first helping to design a new floor plan to modernize the house and improve the flow. The design process was made easy with the DevArt8 team. Ray had an excellent vision for revising the floor plan and creating a more vibrant and livable space, but always put his client's preferences first. The team managed all aspects of the blueprints and permits and provided daily updates on the progress of the project, sending me photos and videos. The team made this a stress-free a process as possible, and the end result was an amazing house. Throughout the project Ray was committed to keeping on budget and meeting the timelines, all the while his team was doing amazing work with great attention to detail. In addition, Ray displayed a commitment to the highest level of quality, making sure that every finish met his expectations, and even covered much of the additional work or replacement costs required to produce a finished product that met his standards. read more

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Just finished a 3 week project with Ray, Sebastian, Abraham and the rest of the team at DevArt. I had a water leak in my balcony that did major damage to a critical beam above my garage door. DevArt came and did a fantastic job swapping this beam out and patching up all the supporting beams and damaged balcony. Their team was very professional and meticulous with their work. I've had a lot of experience with contractors in the Bay and these guys did not cut corners. They pointed out a lot of flaws with what previous contractors had done. Really appreciated the fact that they'd rather do it right than do it quick. I'm very happy with the work and would do business again in the future. Thank you DevArt and thank you to Sebastian for managing the project and Abraham and his team for executing the plan! Congrats on the baby Ray! =D read more

DevArt8 Builders - General Contractors Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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I had the pleasure of hiring Ray from Devart8 construction for our house renovation. Ray and his teams demonstrated professionalism and expertise that exceeded my expectations. Ray was punctual, courteous, and communicated effectively throughout the project. His attention to detail and commitment to quality were evident in the superb outcome of the work. I am happy with the results and would not hesitate to hire Carlos again for future projects. If you're looking for a reliable and skilled remodeling services, look no further than Devart8 construction. Ray, Johan and all the workers delivered top-notch workmanship and exceptional service at a fair price. Highly recommend (already recommended to our friends and family :) read more

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We are glad to have Ray to work on our project. First phase of our project was to replace the badly cracked concrete of our garage, rebuild our front yard with pavers and artificial lawn. The second phase was to remodel 60% of the house. Ray was provided details of the project timeline ahead of time. He took our wish list to designing, applying permits, all the way to completion. In the mist, there were a lot of "challenges", and many new things we added to the projects, his team was able to overcome all issues and remodel our house to what we had image at the beginning of the project. Thanks Ray and Team. read more

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Thank you Jonah and Sebastian for making our remodeling process so easy. We hired them for full renovation. They were OUTSTANDING throughout the entire process of getting our house remodeled. Lora the office manager was also very attentive and helpful with any updates or questions. I would recommend them highly to anyone looking for a similar service:) read more

Working with the team at DevArt8 Builders has been a truly standout experience. They bring a level of professionalism and transparency that's rare in the construction world--clear communication, thoughtful input, and a genuine respect for collaboration. You can tell they care deeply about both the process and the people involved. I'd absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a team they can trust. read more

Ray was consistent with every wrinkle we ran in to. What irritates me to no end is when contractors do not give me options and just tell me that they will have to tear everything down, for example, and say they have to start from scratch which will implicate a higher cost. To me, those contractors don't have or even worse don't want to give solutions and would rather go down a path that would lead to disappointment. Ray is allergic to disappointment and he will go out of his way to ensure he has given his best to explore all options. Ray always assured me that this was my home and at the end of the day, I have to live with what I chose. Thank you. Yes 100%. I prefer this than being given no choice. I identified imperfect tiles where there were cracks and unevenness with the grouts and had marked them so they can be replaced. When I was away for work travels, Ray ensured that the fixes would be done. After a week away from home, I come home to see that indeed Ray followed through with his word. Ray will ensure the project is finished top to bottom, beginning to end. Ray will not cut corners even if it's easier for him and his team to. It is not in his bone to skip quality control. Johan is another MVP on the team and in fact he is an artist. All original floor trims were removed because I was trying to achieve a minimalistic look. Johan and his guys installed my European invisible doors and the last finishing touch to these invisible doors is compounding the wall seamlessly to make them "invisible". My past experience with contractors is that they use terrible subs who don't care and are simply new or just unskilled. Johan noticed that one of the doors was installed in a slight slant. For invisible doors, the line has to be perfectly straight vertical down and perfectly horizontal. No slants. He noticed there was an ever slight slant. He told the sub to reinstall the door, "I don't care, redo it, it is not straight". That is leadership and principle that Johan did not want to compromise. For the walls, watching the skills of Johan and another guy smoothly finish the walls with brushlike strokes, it's like an artpiece being put together right in front of you. Johan has an eye, and he corrects them himself or commands the sub to fix the quirks. You need this and every homeowner would appreciate this level of detail. At the end of the whole project, one of their guys had accidentally dropped his tool on my tile which made a small dent on the new tile floor. It was really unfortunate that this happened. I recognize that it was an accident and it is not a reflection of the quality work that Devart8 team had delivered up until now. However, this could have left a sour experience for me had Devart8 team just simply moved on because this project was now complete. This dent was not worth their time. The dent was so tiny about less than a quarter of an inch in diameter but the fact that it happened and that I could see the dent, it would forever bother me. Ray assured me that they would fix this even when they had started other projects. Ray and Sebastian had gone out of their way to make sure that they found the right colour to fill in that dent. They went back and forth from my house to the hardware store 3 times in between projects to ensure that they had the right colour to fill the hole. To me, this was the final closure to complete the project. San Francisco brings a lot of hustling entrepreneurs to the market and unfortunately also comes with unskilled workers and many crooked business management which have been my past experiences with vendors and contractors. It has been a breath of fresh air working with Ray and devart8 Team; I can trust them. Renovations are never a linear smooth process and there will be moments that will require discussion and renegotiations. I can logically communicate and reason with Devart8 team because Laura is logical and honest which you cannot do with the many crooks in the bay. I can trust that Laura can be honest in situations where the process has not been as planned and so would require readjustments to cost and timelines. I can rely on Ray and Johan to ensure the level of work that their teams bring is excellent. It is up to you as the owner to do the quality checks as well. Not just on the contractor. It is up to the owner to communicate to the contractor not just complain at the end. Communicate to the contractor and allow the contractor to present solutions. Give them the opportunity to carry through their solution to the end. It requires both sides to work together to manifest beautiful work - both the homeowner and the GC. It's been my greatest pleasure to work with Devart8 team and I look forward to working with them again in the future! read more

Brian from Devart8 did such a great job renovating our house. The house was built in the late 70s and needed some serious updating in all of our bathrooms and closets. We did a two full bathroom renovations where we had to reroute plumbing under the slab. we painted the entire interior of the house and added recessed lighting and most outdated fixtures through the entire house. He was attentive to details and kept our job moving along nicely. I would recommend them for sure! read more

We recently hired DevArt8 for our home remodel and very happy with the results. From start to finish, the entire team was incredibly nice and professional. What impressed us most was their willingness to work with us whenever we ran into unexpected issues--they were flexible, patient, and always found a solution. We are so happy with our 'new' home and would recommend them to anyone looking for a good an remodeling experience!" read more

We hired Ray and his team from DevArt8 to remodel our garage + the workshop in the back into a game/entertainment room. It was a small remodeling project and for some reason incredibly hard to find contractors willing to take up that size (most wanted full house remodeling only) but I'm glad we found Ray because he and his team did a great job for a fair price. They completed the work in 2 weeks. It included cleaning up the garage's walls and painting in white, and adding epoxy to the floor; building a wall with a door between the garage and workshop; on the workshop side, leveling the floor with cement, then putting new flooring, cleaning the walls (removing a lot of useless pipes, etc.) and painting in blue. They also replaced the ceiling lights in both rooms. We're very happy with the final result and our friends already complimented the quality of the work. During the work, Ray and the team were very responsive, coming regularly to check the progress, address issues, and come up with new solutions when needed. They also helped fix other little things in the house while they were there. I won't hesitate to hire Ray and his team for other remodeling projects as it's been a pleasure to work with them. read more

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We called Ray (aka Raz) over for a consultation on our remodel project, and even though we haven't finalized anything with him yet, I felt compelled to write this review. He was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful--spent almost three hours with us, patiently walking us through the entire process. He explained where we could save money, what steps to expect, and really broke things down in a way that made sense. What honestly blew us away was how upfront and genuine he was. After understanding our budget, he actually suggested that we might be better off going with someone else instead of wasting time or stretching our limits. Not many people would do that, especially knowing they might not get the job. He was truly looking out for us. On top of that, he happily shared his own network of contacts to help us along the way, and his mindset as a real estate investor gave us a totally different perspective on the project. It was one of those conversations that left us feeling more informed and honestly grateful. Even if we don't end up hiring him, we're so glad we met him. He's just one of those rare people who genuinely wants to help. If you're starting a home project and want someone honest, smart, and super down-to-earth, definitely talk to Ray. read more

I had a major remodeling that had to be completed within four months as my family was renting and expensive large home. We had to destroy the driveway, garage, kitchen, 3 bathrooms and all the floor in our common areas (living room, hallways, bedrooms). In addition, we had to re- pipe all of the sewer line as the pipes had busted. Ray said he could have it all done within 4 month and we was true to his words, Just with additional 6 days :) He adjusted to many excepted supersizes when remodeling an old home like electrical panelling having to be replaced, garage and kitchen configuration needed be changed to be brought up code, kitchen manufacture made mistakes, etc. Through it all, Ray, Johan and the entire team were honest and straightforward as to the situation and pushed everyone hard to get it all done in 4 months (and 6 days :) I highly highly recommend on DevArt8 Builders for any work you have large to small. read more

I had a major remodeling that had to be completed within four months as my family was renting and expensive large home. We had to destroy the driveway, garage, kitchen, a bathrooms and all the new floor in our common areas (Living room, dinning, hallways, and of course the destroyed kitchen & bathroom). In addition, we had to re-pipe all of the sewer as the pipes had busted and doing some backyard work. Ray said he could have it all done within 4 months and he was true to his word. His best superviser Sebstian adjusted to the many expected surprises when remodeling an old home like electrical paneling having to be replaced, garage and kitchen configuration needed to be change to be brought up to code, kitchen manufacturer made mistakes, etc. Through it all, Ray was honest and straightforward as to the situation and pushed everyone hard to get it all done in 4 months. I highly recommend Devart8 for any work you have large or small. read more

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We hired Devart8 Construction to add a master bedroom suite and renovate our kitchen. I first discovered them on Houzz.com, and was immediately impressed by the great reviews and project photos. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, Ray, Johan, Sebastian and the rest of the team were professional, communicative, and incredibly detail-oriented. Ray worked within our budget and provided a clear, thorough breakdown of the costs from the beginning, which gave us a lot of confidence moving forward. The quality of their workmanship was outstanding, and I especially appreciated the open and consistent communication throughout the project. The crew was skilled, efficient, respectful, and trustworthy -- qualities that were very important to us. Ray and his team were also flexible and receptive when unexpected issues came up during construction, always handling things with professionalism and care. Even after the project was completed, they made sure the site was clean and continued to check in to see if anything else was needed. That level of dedication truly stood out to me. We're so grateful for the working relationship we had and for their help in making our home more comfortable and functional. They were excellent from start to finish. read more

So even after I tell your company representatives and put on my review to stop contacting me! I'm still getting calls! With the most recent happening today. Before I take legal action and contact law enforcement, I implore your company to stop contacting me. WTF! What part of leave me alone doesn't your company understand? To everyone who is reading this review, I would stay clear of this company. They obviously don't respect their customers and their harassment shows that they will con you to benefit their pockets. read more

Ben from DevArt8 was great at assessing our project and accurately quoting the job. We have tried to save time and hired an external architect firm for creating the city blueprints we needed; But we found out that this was long and tedious nightmare. Ben immediately took control with his team and succeed to expedite the process for getting our permits. They were professional and polite from the beginning to the end. The project took little longer then expected due engineering mistakes, city wait times and some revisions that were needed. However, overall we are very grateful for Ben and Devart8 for helping us to build our dream home. A big THANK YOU TO THE WHOLE TEAM of DEVART8! DevArt8 is a one stop shop and would use them for any future projects! read more

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After dreaming for a decade of building an ADU for my elderly parents behind my house, Ray fulfilled that wish. I've never done anything like this, first home build, dealing with a contractor. On our first site visit, he carefully listened to the purpose of the project and from then, made it his mission to make it a reality. With his experience and a great team to support him, we were able to design a beautiful ~460 sq ft stand alone ADU, including: 1 bedroom, full kitchen, living area, large bathroom, even an attic. During our project, Ray was always receptive and thankful to any feedback or questions we had; never defensive. He is ALWAYS looking out for my/customer best interest and is a frank and honest person. He stands behind his words and will never over promise. He made our project personal wanting exactly what we wanted in the home, to the last request and detail, helping to choose quality materials without breaking the bank. Ray and his team went to bat for us with the city and inspectors when we had questions about the permit process/standards of San Mateo city; also he spoke up for me when vendors I had chosen were giving me delays and run arounds. They have very dedicated workers that worked day and sometimes into the night, or weekends, to meet goals, all the while providing quality, as well as care, into the work. They were knowledgeable, respected our wants, and at the same time let us know of a different way suited the project better. I'd check in from time to time, asking all kinds of questions about what they were working on, and they always gladly answered and showed me how things work. This was about a year ago, and as questions have come up since we finished the project, Ray gladly answers calls to assist me and get me the information I need. Building can be a scary decision, you don't know what kind of person/company you're going to get, we've all heard nightmare stories. The ADU came out more beautiful than I ever could have imagined, I am very satisfied, and my elderly parents were like "WOW!" when it was completed, thoroughly proud and impressed. Everyone that has come and visit says you can see the detail and quality; no cut corners. If you're going to choose to be in a project "relationship" with someone, Ray, is your guy. read more

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The whole experience in working with Devart8 was great! Ben was very communicative, explained the process and pros and cons of any process up front, and did an amazing job making sure the project was completed on time and up to expectations. Would definitely recommend!! read more

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Finding the right contractor took my wife and I over 3 months. We interviewed 7 contractors, and they all sounded the same until Ray came along. During the first 30 minutes of our consultation, we knew he will be the one. He suggested his ideas and immediately changed our perspective. We signed up for the design and preliminary plans on the same meeting even though Ray insisted not to; and less than 4 weeks later, everything was ready for submission. We started the project 3 days before our scheduled start date, and the price stayed fixed as promised!! Ray and his team ensured that every inch was perfect on a daily basis, and they consistently followed up to ensure our satisfaction. We loved our new home but specially the kitchen!!!! The final result is exceptional, and we couldn't be happier! We highly recommend Ray and his team for any construction needs. Actual we already gave his number for two of our family members :) read more

DevArt8 Builders - General Contractors Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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Devart8 and Ray made our house renovation project and absolute Joy. The teams were all courteous, professional and respectful. We were kept well informed on the status of our project and when to expect workers to be in the house (we have 3 kids :) Everyone involved was detailed oriented and perfectionists giving us a finished bathrooms, kitchen and new exterior look that is better than we could even imagined! read more

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I'm incredibly grateful for Ray and Devart8 team. Just can't believe that he succeeded to solve all the mess that other contractors left us with and pass finals on all. Im so impressed with all the work you and your team have done, such high quality. Thanks for taking a gamble on this crazy project. I'm definitely recommending Devart8 construction for anyone who want to change their house!! read more

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Met with the owner, Ray. After meeting with about 15 contractors, I can say he is very honest, a great communicator and knows this work very well. He let me know exactly what to expect and even offer to give me advice on my project even if I don't end up working with him. He clearly is a high quality and very professional person. I highly recommend him! read more

Buying my first home, I was pretty nervous going throughout a full renovation but Ray gave me the confidence to go forward with it. In a market where everyone is seeing delays and problems, Ray was able to not only get the work started immediately but also made sure that It was completed few days before the agreed timeline. He was flexible in payment and terms as I needed to move some funds, fair in pricing, and ensured high quality of work. They pressure wash my entire yard at the end without even thinking about it or asking it. I highly recommend him and his teams and will look to use Devart8 again in the future. read more

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Recently worked with Ray and his team for a small remodeling project at my home. I wanted to replace the carpeted flooring at our house with LVP. Ray was very easy to work with. He was very accommodating to all my requests and got the job done on time. Very happy with the quality of work too. Would highly recommend DevArt8 construction and team for any type of remodeling projects. read more

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