A few years back we found a leak in our roof and decided it was time to add the second story (three…read morebedrooms and two bathrooms) we'd always planned on doing. As it was such a huge undertaking (it ended up being a near-complete tear-down and rebuild), I really took my time to interview as many architects, contractors and builders as I could, and in the end, couldn't have been happier with the team who built us not just a house, but a home we will cherish for a lifetime. Ben Sharaf and his team were responsible for the demolition (it took just one day!), the framing on our house, and also the finish carpentry work. I lost count of how many subcontractors came through my house and commented on (read: complimented) how the framing was SO well done; honestly, my painters couldn't stop gushing (I am not exaggerating; they gushed) about the framing, and went on and on about how, in all the years they'd been painting (close to 20 years), this was one of the very best framing job they'd ever seen (apparently solid framing makes everybody else's job a LOT easier, and folks were very grateful; I believe such praise from industry professionals does not come lightly). Ben was so competent and level-headed, he really made the stress of being out of our house for so long (we were out for 11 months, but that's entirely my fault: for one thing, I had our second child one month after starting demolition) manageable and bearable. I also truly appreciated how he hired trustworthy, polite and respectful individuals for his crew - with one toddler and one baby on the site with me (I was here almost every day of the build), I really appreciated what a safe, clean and pleasant environment they created. Our architect had such a positive experience working with Ben that she hired him for several subsequent projects. I, myself, have happily recommended Ben to several of my friends. If I need work done around my house, I never bother interviewing anyone else; when I finally get to start my dream kitchen or make the mother-in-law suite downstairs a reality (I always have plans!), Ben will be the only builder I call. I certainly am more than happy to encourage anyone needing a general contractor or builder, for projects large or small, to engage the services of Ben Sharaf and Green City Builders.

We hired Marc and team to build a concrete and rebar reinforced retaining wall in our backyard-…read moreabout 44 ft along a fence line. Their bid was competitive and we had great communication from beginning to end of the project. I was particularly impressed with the team's attention to detail and the cleanliness of the job site. They arrived on time, finished the job on time, left the space tidy at the end of each work day, and made sure to give good updates throughout the project.

So impressive with this company, I'm writing a review before my repair work is even done…read more A pillar outside my house got torn up in an accident and Michael from Allied came out super quick and gave me a quote that same evening. He was friendly, super knowledgeable and efficient. Once I get the check from insurance, I'm scheduling an appt, but I have no doubt Michael and Allied will do a stellar job with my repairs.

Super fast!!! I reached out over the weekend. He provided a quote, came on time Tuesday to do the…read morejob and was done before I could even blink. The contractor on site was also extremely happy with mike that he got the business card. It's hard to find a plaster person and when you find a fast one, keep their info! Thanks Mike!

We have loved working with Eric! He's worked on our house for two different projects which…read moreinvolved both major and minor structural changes/reframing, (including putting in a 550lb beam), skylight installation, and window installation. Eric was incredibly patient with the deluge of questions we had during the planning stages. He has excellent foresight and advice for everything from layout to return on investment. Expectations were clear from the start. He's really easy to work with and talk to. Both of our projects came in within the (very reasonable) quotes he provided. He was punctual and left the worksite clean and safe every day. 100% recommend.

The project was completed last Friday. We highly recommend Eric and Jamie of Magazine Quality…read moreKitchens, a company of two, for our kitchen and bath remodel. They finished the work on time, being early at crucial milestones, and completed it under budget. Eric, the owner and contractor met with us several times ahead of the remodel to discuss what we wanted. He explained his philosophy and in depth knowledge of his craft. He said that he dedicates his time to one job at a time and kept our budget in mind. He communicated well with us so that we could understand and was patient and very positive. He gave us multiple options for our design with consideration given to functionality and Feng shui. His design capability was excellent and he used his real estate experience to help us in this way. However, he allowed us to make our own choices. We got a schedule of the remodel and a detailed list of the products needed and presumptive prices. We were given the option of buying our own and a credit or debit would be listed in this case. Eric would purchase the material if we didn't, keeping track of our budget. We bought about 60% of the materials. We were made aware of the tariffs put on some of the products, and the sales in the future when we could save on some of the products. We were advised to go slow on the larger purchases like the cabinets. We chose to DIY the flooring and paint. Being novices, Eric was very helpful in advising us in these areas allowing us again to stay in budget and on time. Prior to construction, Eric pointed out some red flags, such as a popcorn ceiling which did have some asbestos, and a leaky water main. He arranged for two other contractors to remove the asbestos and apply drywall. He also replaced our water main turn off valve. Overall, having a contractor who devotes his time to your remodel, punctual, keeps within budget, and tailor to how you live, no matter how large or small the remodel, is an excellent one.

Nate and his team did a fantastic job in redesigning our Woodinville primary suite into an absolute…read morehaven. We had some very constricting spaces and the attention to detail has created the ultimate retreat. Nate is very communicative, innovative, caring, and timely. We would work with he and his team again in a heartbeat.

We remodeled two 1957 mid-century modern bathrooms and Nate and his team did a fabulously job for…read moreus. He finished the job in the timeframe and budget he committed to. His team was trustworthy, professional and efficient. The end result was better than I could have hoped for (since I was accustomed to living with almost 70 year old bathrooms). His team communicated with us as needed, came when they said they would...no surprises. Couldn't recommend them more.

We used MTB for a major (down to the foundation) remodel and we could not be happier with the…read moreresults! Scott and Craig took to the time to listen to what we wanted and brought our project in on time. They were on top of every detail and were fun to work with. We feel very fortunate to have a MTB built home - thanks MTB!

I had Scott provide an estimate for a $100k full kitchen remodel. I worked with my own structural…read moreengineer and architect to acquire a permit for removing a load-bearing wall (as Scott said he couldn't manage that portion of the project: "We don't have time right now to do the drawings for the permit. You will need to get someone else to sort that out."), and once I had the permit, Scott sent over a contract. The contract included a clause stating "all claims and disputes between the parties arising out of or related to this Agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration" which I didn't feel comfortable with. I suggested removing that clause, and Scott insisted on it remaining in the contract as written. I accepted and asked Scott if he would like me to sign electronically or on paper. At that point I didn't hear from him for one week despite multiple emails and phone calls. After a week, he emailed me saying the negotiation (despite my accepting the original contract in the end) was a "big red flag from me and I don't think we can do the job for you." Overall I found this interaction to be incredibly unprofessional, especially since we had been in communication for multiple months and intended to start contraction in just a few weeks.

A+ Work! We recently…read morehad them replace a failing retaining wall and fence, and the results are absolutely amazing. The team was punctual, communicative, and incredibly fast. We were especially impressed by how quiet and non-invasive they were while working. They are clearly experts in their craft--they gave us great recommendations on high-quality materials that will actually hold up in our wet Pacific Northwest climate. We'll definitely be reaching out to them for all our future landscaping projects!

My landscape architect recommended Heritage. Luis was easy to work with and reliable, with timely…read morecommunications and meetings. He and his crew removed an old fence and installed a lovely cedar fence along an extensive stretch of relatively steep terrain on both sides of my property. The careful attention to detail really showed in the final product. I'm confident their post work will last the test of time! The price was reasonable, and the job was done quickly as specified. The crew was courteous, friendly, and very hard-working (even in a downpour). They cleaned up the property each day. I would wholeheartedly recommend Heritage Landscaping for anything from a simple fence to a more upscale or complex design. I'm thrilled with the result, as are my neighbors!

When we bought our home, we wanted to totally remodel the kitchen and living room. We wanted to…read morefind a design and build company because we needed expert advice on materials to choose and the look and feel of the kitchen. Other companies either wanted us to sign a contract right away or didn't provide design services at all. We chose Bora because they came to our house, made measurements right away, listened to our ideas and created a design without making us sign a contract. It really helped us visualize what we wanted. One thing I also appreciated was the fact that they came professionally dressed in their Bora Construction uniforms. This is not a big detail, but it shows they have pride in what they do. Other general contractors showed up in jeans and a t-shirt. Throughout the project, the project manager at Bora was very communicative and gave us a heads up on how the project was going. When they found a water pipe and HVAC inside the wall we wanted to knockdown, they developed a way to reroute the plumbing and HVAC on the same day and without the ridiculous cost overrun. They basically charged me for just the materials. It's this courtesy that they showed throughout the project. They did such a great job, we asked them to do the same cabinetry and flooring on the powder room. It wasn't in the original estimate and timeline, but they added it to the scope of the project and still kept their delivery date. Wow! The quality is top notch. The engineered vinyl tile looks beautiful and the stacked stone on the fireplace looks absolutely gorgeous. They made expert suggestions like adding more recessed lighting to the dining area and living room, which makes our home so much warmer and brighter. I have pictures of before and after. I'll be posting those if I can. We are pleased with our choice to go with Bora Construction. Oh, one more thing. The price was cheaper than the competitors by more than 10%. I know this for a fact because we gave the same specifications and ideas to two other companies. The other companies suggested similar materials and methods, but charged more. In the end, we got a new kitchen, living room, fireplace, powder room and dining room for less than the other guys. We had smooth communication throughout the project. Thanks Bora.

Bora & Co. filled every promise and all of our expectations. My husband and I live in California…read more Our house in Lynnwood needed remodeling and we were concerned about monitoring the project from 900+ miles away. Cornel, George, & their team made the process easy. They kept in constant contact, were quick to reply, and the project was finished on time and on budget. The work and materials are high quality. We verbalized our vision at the first meeting, including things we wanted but didn't think possible. Cornel's creativity on making our vision a reality sold us on this company. Along the way, they had suggestions for items we hadn't thought about.