Best flooring experience we have ever received. Completely rebuilt sections and refinished our…read morehome. We had him come multiple times over the years (not his fault) because the kids kept scratching up the floors (lol- their fault). Absolutely professional and made everything gleam. Thank you!

Carlos has refinished all of my hardwood floor in two stages and did a great job. He is reasonably…read morepriced, timely, hardworking and professional. Highly recommend!

We have been living in our home for two years after an extensive renovation. This is an ample…read moreamount of time to access the positives and negatives from the construction and the all of the installations. The custom kitchen and bathroom cabinetry provided by this firm was the most expensive component in the scope of work. Due to subpar quality and a low sense of value, the results are unsatisfactory. Since a full description of the issues and numerous examples would result in a lengthy post, a summary of the problematic areas include: - Poor fabrication and workmanship - Mediocre at best materials and hardware - Failure to follow the design drawings - Faulty installation and messy site etiquette - Incorrect directives to other subcontractors - Five months late after a contracted completion date reaping havoc on the construction schedule - Lackluster customer service We were very clear at the start of the engagement we wanted the cabinetry to be functional, durable, and long-lasting. Instead, we have to live with seeing things that were not part of the design, we have lost a significant amount of storage space based on fabrication decisions by this firm that were not presented to us for approval, there is a consistent need to make spot adjustments and fixes, and we are almost living on egg shells in the effort to prolong the life of the cabinetry. It became more and more evident once the cabinets started to arrive and the installation began all of the swagger, stories, promises, and buying into our vision in the beginning of the engagement was merely a charade. This firm may be good at building stationary things like tables, shelving units, and wall panels but for cabinetry that has to endure daily use as well as having aesthetic appeal they came up short especially for a hefty amount of money.

Sung Kim built an entire kitchen, fireplace mural and den cabinets from solid walnut. From…read morearchitect Patrick Perez to Sung Kim Woodworking ~ every bit of work is a work of art! The detail and quality of craftsmanship is bar-none absolute A+ work. Go out to Sung's wood-shop in Richmond CA if you want to see the shop of a pro. Sung is polite, smart and kind. Sung has the pride of craftsmanship like no other. I am very fussy and Sung's work is extremely satisfying. I also have my general contractor Chris Burnham to thank for finding Sung Kim in the 1st place. PS: The key to success in any remodel is prior planning & Sung and my general contractor accomplished that my meeting at the shop and on the job site. Sung is an absolute expert at following plans. PS~PS: Sung also made all the materials for two recessed planked ceilings in walnut and they are simply stunning. J. Alexander San Francisco

Josh Tomlinson is an Artist. I actually found him on Berkeley Parent's Network and hired him…read morebecause I needed someone to build a fence around my property. Although I contracted him personally, he was happy to provide a bid that showed exactly what each of my 4 neighbor's contribution to the fence should be calculated at, based on the linear footage, design and materials used. Josh was great to work with. I essentially knew what I wanted to do, but I also wanted him to provide feedback as an artist to help create the space. I didn't want anything generic, but I didn't want to spend a fortune either. He worked with a design and budget that allowed me to reuse the redwood that I currently had so we didn't have to waste it and throw it away. This was not a bargain solution, but definately cheaper than it could have been, since I wanted to keep my redwood fence. I have a Japanese garden, with lots of Japanese Maples and river rocks. I wanted the fence to reflect that Japanese feel. After a very thorough consultation he came up with different designs to choose from that we talked about. He has an amazing library and collection of books of Japanese architecture and garden design. I showed him photos that interested me from these books and we came up with a design, not only for my fence but my front gate, a Pivacy screen, as well as a sitting bench that is museum gallery worthy! Josh is a true Artist with amazing vision, but what I liked most about Josh was that he didn't let his vision get in the way with what my vision was. He always worked with my needs and desires before his. The quality of my gate is of a Master Craftsman. It took time and was worth every bit of the wait! I truly believe that I am the owner of THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GATE in all of Berkeley, maybe even California?! My gate is pictured in the photos posted "Gate in reclaimed redwood and port orford cedar" He purchased the reclaimed redwood, it was from an old aquarium. The picture doesn't show this, but the patina markings on it matched the bamboo detailing on my fence! The photo also neglets to show the amazing arbor framing it. He is so talented that I have commissioned him now to create a sliding 'barn door' at the base of my stairwell inside my home. We are currently creating that project as I write this review. I can't recommend Josh Tomlinson highly enough!

I found Josh Tomlinson of Dialogue Design-Build through the…read moreBerkeley Parents Network. The side gate at my house desperately needed replacement. Josh submitted a well planned and elegant solution, whilst being sensitive to my budget. The removal and construction was done cleanly, effectively, and on time. I am still impressed by the high quality materials used and the artisanal approach to building a structure that will be here well after we move to another home. Is it frowned upon to take the gate with us when we move?

We hired David and Sima to lower a recently installed row of cabinets, with the countertop already…read morein place. Not an easy job and unfortunately needed because of a goof-up by the original installer. They figured out how to do the job, arrived when expected, charged reasonably for the degree of difficulty to complete the work, and nothing broke, cracked, or fell apart. We liked them so much that we promptly hired them to do our backsplash, which they also did a great job on. Can't recommend these folks highly enough!

David Cruz and Sima were so helpful to me on my new kitchen build, after the old one was gutted…read more I knew I wanted it laid out differently but needed help with the design. They had a great vision for what turned out to be a beautiful end functional kitchen. I am so pleased with the quality and and final results. Also, David built a new retaining wall for us that was done quickly and blended beautifully with the existing wall. We highly recommend David and Sima and will call on them for our home repair projects moving forward.

I tried to DIY replacing a hinge on a self-closing cabinet door, but the hinges needed were not at…read moreLowe's or Home Depot. Fine Woodworx carpenter twice drove out 30 miles one-way to look at the hinge and bid to replace it and rehang the door. The new door closes itself properly, and the door looks perfect. Jose gave me a second hinge for free and showed me how to replace it should a second hinge fail. That's going the extra mile! I'm super happy!

Disappointing. Spoke to Jose by phone about a project and sent some follow up questions which he…read moreeventually responded to. Finally opted to meet with him in person to discuss the details of the project and understand how he would improve the structure of my aquarium canopy. Not only did he never show up, but didn't bother to call or text to indicate he would not be coming. I wasted an entire afternoon waiting for him. This is unprofessional and disrespectful behavior and not one that I will tolerate with people with whom I do business. I'll look elsewhere.

Nice person to talk to about the service that he can provide for me I learned a lot about…read morecountertop and what should I do before I start the job

This place is the BEST. Armando and Jesse were amazing and…read moresaved us. We ran into some trouble in our old house and thanks to them we were able to fix things right up. Highly recommend!

Worked w Maria and Annie on my kitchen remodel in Kensington-they had a new cabinet that I loved…read moreand found a quartz that complimented it for counter and backsplash-worked on design layout w them, had them install cabinets and counters and backsplash -3 days all on schedule and absolutely love the products and end result! and it came in on budget!

Don't waste your money! Go to Granite Expo…read more For the owner of United Granite to install this chipped counter top caused by a blunt blade shows carelessness and incompetency

I had the pleasure of working with Jesus, Salvador, Jorge and the rest of the team on many projects…read moreover the last 7 years. From our first interaction, Jesus & his team demonstrated a profound professionalism and an unwavering commitment to ensuring the project was done with excellence and professionalism. As a realtor having a construction team that I can trust, timely and does impeccable work has been a blessing. They have done countless jobs for me - kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, flooring, paint, electrical, plumbing work. Last minute jobs...no problem! They are always available to assist and do it with extreme detail and diligence. Being a realtor, I rely on Bay Area Remodels to help my clients and they have exceeded my expectations every single time. The quality of work and attention to detail is perfect. The team is always exceptionally communicative, keeping me well-informed at every step, which is crucial in the fast-paced world of real estate. Their construction knowledge was evident, which helped in navigating through each project with confidence and clarity. The team has a meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all deadlines were met without any last-minute hitches. They truly exemplified what it means to be a top-tier construction company. If you're looking for an construction company who combines expertise with integrity, I highly recommend Bay Area Remodels. Its always a pleasure working with them and I look forward to our continued relationship.

Jesus Martinez / Bay Area Remodels is a wonderful general contractor. We hired them to do a total…read morekitchen remodel. The work involved moving an existing wall of our 70 year-old house out about six feet from its then-current location. As to be expected with this kind of project, the crew discovered unexpected conditions during demolition that required additional repairs - some very complicated. Jesus was excellent in figuring out what needed to be done, and he consulted with me and kept me informed every step of the way. The guy is very knowledgeable and seemed to always be looking out for my interests, not just his pocketbook. Plus, he's a very nice man. I recommend Jesus and his team without any hesitation or reservation.