Construction Services built a large custom home in Saratoga for us. They are capable of doing large…read moreprojects and have the manpower to ensure work is done without interruption. We especially liked the cost itemization (down to the shower soap dishes!) that helped my wife and I prioritize costs. Cassady Monsen was always easy to reach, either by phone, text or email. If you have had experience with contractors in the past, you will know that this is can be a rare quality. The workers at the job site were very pleasant and conscientious - so much so that this was highlighted by several neighbors. Above all, however, were the feelings and actions that made our construction project a partnership. Invariably, a project the size of ours will have moments when things do not always go as planned. Without hesitation, the response from Cassady was "what can we do to make this right?", or "what will make you happy?". Issues during a project would make most other contractors get defensive or pull out a change-order form. It is for this reason especially that I highly recommend Construction Services and Cassady for your remodeling or new construction project.

I used Construction Services a long time ago (around 2004) so this review is a bit overdue. After…read moretalking to a lot of contractors who had a model which went "give us lots of money", it was refreshing to work with Mr. Monsen and his team. His estimate was reasonable and he was super accommodating when we wanted to remove items from the project to bring the cost more in line with our budget. The work was done fast and the crew was very polite and efficient. I would hire them for another job in a heartbeat.

The Stephen Bass crew helped redo our long term rental which is being readied for sale. Ended up…read moreredoing essentially the entire property. Stephen and his crew were prompt, clear and an amazing team to work with. Stayed on time and on budget even after a few unknowns popped up as is expected with a project this large. I can not say enough about the clarity, communication and professionalism that comes from this team. If an issue came about, it was fully documented, disclosed and even proactively had a plan to mediate or fix the issue. They were even able to help with additional Home inspection items which were outside the original scope of the project (for an appropriate fee of course). Fantastic Job and I would not hesitate to hire him again much less endorse for anyone else needing their services. Services

I came across Stephen Bass Home Repair in my search for a Handyman to repair some dry rot on our…read morehome. They sent out a tech the next day to appraise the damage and give me a quote for the repair. The quote detailed the steps to repair the damaged wood. The tech walked me through the list to confirm I understood the plan. I appreciated their straightforward communications about the progress of the project. The next day the office called me called me to work out a schedule for a start date. The team arrived on the scheduled day and time with all the components to start the repairs. The team was very professional and meticulous. The work areas were protected and at the end of the day the entire area was cleaned up as if no one was there. As I viewed the work completed at the end of the day, I saw the professionalism, attention to detail, and quality. If you are looking for a construction company for home repair, I highly recommend Stephen Bass Home Repair. Greg S

We hired Eugene to perform a remodeling for our 3 bathrooms. His price was lower and he was able to…read morestart working right away. Plus we saw his work at our friend's house (not in details) and found it OK. The work took much longer than they promised because of disorganization and too much things they did and had to fix: 1. They let us know they need a bath tube at the same day they needed it. We were not able to get it the same day and they had nothing to do for couple of days without it. 2. At the contract Eugene did not tell us that the price he gave us is for so-called "basic work". After we purchased tiles, toilets and trims, he told us that tiles and trims we bought are not simple to install and took from us another $1K for "change of design". 3. We purchased new Toto toilets and they told us, these toilets demand some extra installation steps, like floor drilling, so they wanted to charge us extra. We refused to pay that extra because found that demand unfair. At least, he could tell us ahead not to buy the toilets which are not "easy" to install. At the final stages, we figured out that even "basic work" they cannot perform well. Here are few examples: 1. The floor at some places is not flat at all, as well as the walls. Even the way they put the silicon between the walls and tiles or at shower doors is unacceptable after it dries out. 2. At the vanity they disordered the drawers, so the upper drawer could not be completely closed because of the sink. Instead of figuring out they put it in a wrong order, they cut the back side of the drawer, so it could fit. The cut they did also damaged the look, so I had to go to Ikea in order buy another vanity set to take a drawer from there. They paid for it, but still... time and gas are on me. 3. The frame around the shower shelf was done the way where tile cubic was cut in the middle, so it looked like a fissure, we forced them to remove the frame at all. They said it was a tile with difficult pattern. 4. Same difficult pattern made them to install tiles around the sink ugly, so the corner looked like my 9-year old daughter put it there. We asked them to re-install it. They were not able to do it properly, until my wife came after work and literally held the tiles to help the guy to install. 5. The second floor vanity was installed the we we could not open the drawers because they hit the door ledge. Instead of moving it, they put some dict between the vanity and the wall, so it will allow the drawer to be fully opened. 6. The shower pole which hold the curtain was installed too far from the bath tube and too close to the toilet. They did not even ask us where we want it to be installed. After we asked to replace it, Eugene refused. I took it off by myself and found that the reason they hang it there is because they did not want to make holes in a tile, so they did them between tiles. But even that was too hard for them, after removing the pole decorative covers, I found on one side several holes instead of two. Looks like they tried several times and "forgot" to fix the extra holes. Also, they did not use the concrete insert, so the screws were just in the grout. Eugene's plumber failed on everything. I would describe his work as a professional crime or sabotage(looks like they did not even test their work, which points on overall work quality): 1. When I used a master bedroom shower for the very first time after the remodeling, the water dropped to the first floor shower through the lighting spot. They had to open the first floor shower ceiling to figure out what is wrong, then they opened the floor on the second floor to fix the pipe. After they put the floor back, it was not flat anymore, but here came not only the beauty aspect, but the fact that the tile edges will be felt by our feet. We asked them to re-install it, but instead they just put the grout the next day (why to put the grout if they had to fix the floor???). Finally, they fixed the floor, it looks better, but not flat. Eugene said, if we can not see the defect from 4-5 feet, it is acceptable. Unfortunately, the bathroom is not as large, as his acceptance code says. 2. A HUGE problem with bathtub on second floor. We found out, that when we use it, the water leaks(more exactly - flows)down to the ground. It was visible from outside only. We had to hire another contractor to fix the problem(we did not believe Eugene's plumber anymore)and had to open the external wall and replace the pipe, which was probably damaged by Eugene's workers (we also saw many nails in it). On the way, we found out, that the new bathtub did not match old p-trap, so plumber instead of telling us to buy a new one(~$20),forced the bathtub and broke p-trap and drain, which caused another leak from the first floor shower ceiling. Now we are about to start a legal process with the company, because of financial disagreement. HUGE disappointment in the work and in Eugene's personality.

We hired Eugene to build an addition to our house based on a design we made with another…read morecontractor. This relatively simple project included addition of space to the kitchen to create a family room/kitchen combo. However, we went through multiple delays with the city even before we started. Well, I liked how Eugene patiently took care of things, dealing with our designer and engineer on our behalf, never expressing frustration or anger despite all the delays. When we finally got the approval, Eugene organized the process flawlessly, all milestones were met, we were done a week earlier than expected. Eugene and his teams worked professionally and intelligently. We are very pleased with the result. I liked especially that they cared about doing a good job; that they really cared about us, about minimizing our discomfort at each step of the process; that they were helping us just because they were on site - fixing minor things, doing some heavy lifting, etc. With my next remodeling or home improvement project, I will definitely go to Eugene again..

We recently had our garage converted into an ADU, and we're so happy we chose this team…read more Idan and Kelly were amazing to work with from start to finish. They were always easy to reach, kept us informed, and made sure everything stayed on track. The whole project went smoother than we expected. You can tell the team really cares about doing things the right way. Our new ADU looks incredible and has completely transformed the space.

We are very pleased with our full remodel from Modular Remodeling and Design…read more Idan did an excellent job from start to finish. We were impressed with how quickly and carefully he completed the project. He also regularly communicated with us as he progressed allowing us to understand what was being done and make changes as needed. I would not hesitate to recommend them.

I recently hired Shark City Builders for a full-home renovation under a tight timeline -- we closed…read moreon the house December 18th and needed to move in by February 21st. After interviewing nine contractors, Vince stood out immediately. His background as a framer and union superintendent gave me the confidence that he could manage the complexity of the job and handle any surprises -- and he absolutely delivered. The scope of work was extensive. Vince and his team installed 1,100 square feet of mixed engineered hardwood and tile flooring. They replaced all the baseboards, door trim, and doors with new, shaker-style finishes and updated all doorknobs. Electrical upgrades included installing new can lights and retrofitting existing ones, along with new light switches and outlets. A new French door was added to the exterior for improved aesthetics and energy efficiency. One of the standout custom features was a flush-mount range hood, which required Vince to reconfigure the ceiling joists -- a task most general contractors would have outsourced or avoided. His framing background allowed him to tackle it confidently and correctly. The two bathrooms were fully remodeled. In one, we reconfigured the walk-in shower. In the other, he installed a soaker tub and, impressively, added a hidden pop-out access door in case of leaks -- it's so seamless you'd never know it was there. That kind of forward-thinking and attention to detail was consistent throughout the project. Vince also identified mold and rot in the subflooring -- something no other contractor caught -- and made all necessary repairs. His partner Hugo did outstanding work on the bathrooms, and every subcontractor Vince brought in was professional, reliable, and well-managed. They didn't just focus on the visible upgrades -- they addressed everything behind the walls and under the floors to ensure the home was sound. The entire interior was painted as part of the job, pulling everything together with a clean, modern finish. Vince showed up early, stayed late, and treated this house like it was his own. He communicated clearly, solved problems quickly, and didn't nickel and dime us when surprises came up. His craftsmanship, honesty, and work ethic are rare in this industry. If you're looking for a builder who can handle complex renovations with precision, integrity, and true expertise, I can't recommend Shark City Builders highly enough.

We hired Reyes, Amber, and their crew to help us replace our backyard door. We wanted a large…read moreopening (18 ft and floor to ceiling) so basically a whole wall in the house had to be prepped for the door installation. The project had a lot of moving parts. We needed an engineer to calculate the loads, permits, steel beam fabrication (to replace our thicker wood beams), framing, door installation, drywall work, electrician to move outlets and switches, painting, taper, stucco work on the outside. Reyes and Amber managed the whole project. They kept us posted, explained every step, communicated very effectively, and dealt with the surprises that are inevitable on projects of this size really well. I would recommend Shark City builders to anyone. They bring "union quality" to everything they do and for a more than fair price.

Palumbo Construction did an outstanding job remodeling both of my bathrooms. We moved two walls to…read moremake the hall bathroom smaller and the master bathroom larger. I can't say enough positive things about Brandon, the owner. He is organized, professional, respectful of your home and efficient. My job was his only responsibility during the 3 weeks he and his staff were here. They worked 7-8 hours a day and completed both bathrooms in 17 work days. No one wants to be "under construction"and Brandon understands that, he gets in and gets the job done. Though he is quick the work is outstanding. My bathrooms are beautiful. I feel like I am in a fancy hotel.Palumbo Construction exceeded my expectation and can't wait to have money to do more upgrades to my home with this Palumbo Construction.

My son's Union City condo bathroom was damaged by flood. We were struggling to find a contractor…read morewe could trust to properly repair and restore the bathroom when our Realtor Cindy Keller referred Brandon Palumbo to us! I contacted Brandon and he was very prompt to come and provide a thorough and fair quote working within the unreasonable boundaries the insurance company had put on the project. Brandon was excellent to accommodate our schedule as much as possible within his existing scheduled work throughout the project. Communicating with Brandon was excellent and timely. When our custom vanity was due to arrive he added us in to his schedule. The vanity arrived the incorrect size and Brandon took the project as far as he could without the vanity. The vanity was reordered and when it arrived, Brandon made room on his schedule as soon as possible and finished the job promptly. In all he installed a new fan, repaired the damaged sheet rock, re-taped and texture matched all the patches and primed and painted the room, installed new baseboard, installed the new vanity, including all plumbing, re-installed our prior sink top as well as a new faucet, mirror and medicine chest. His work was outstanding and we were entirely pleased with the outcome! When that project completed, I asked Brandon to measure and quote for new Windows in the condo. He provided a quote which was approved by the HOA and we accepted. The windows were ordered and arrived very quickly. Brandon was very busy but made time to fit us in and installed the four large windows all in one day! During both projects Brandon and his assistant were careful to keep the Condo protected from damage and cleaned up as they went through the process. On the end of the window installation day we had an emergency leak start from the water heater and although Brandon wasn't available to install the new water heater the next day due to prior commitments, he graciously referred us to an excellent Plumber who took care of us. Someday we hope to remodel the kitchen and Brandon will be the contractor we call. We highly recommend you give Brandon a call yourself!

Exceptional craftsmanship and stress-free renovations from start to finish! Wilman Medina, CEO of…read moreT&W Construction Inc., and his partner Donaldo recently renovated our full bathroom and powder room, and I can't recommend them highly enough! Their work was exceptional from start to finish and truly exceeded our expectations. Wilman is meticulous, detail-oriented, and has a great eye for design. He was proactive throughout the project--flagging potential issues early, fixing small things on his own, and making sure everything was done to the highest standard. His pride in his work really shows. And all for very reasonable and competitive pricing! Communication was also outstanding. Wilman was always responsive, clear, and patient in explaining every step so we could make confident decisions. He and Donaldo were punctual, efficient, and reliable--and just as importantly, a real pleasure to have around. They were polite, tidy, and very respectful of our home. We were so happy with the results that we hired T&W Construction for another project before that one was even finished! If you're looking for a skilled, trustworthy contractor who goes the extra mile, Wilman and Donaldo are the team to call.

Was amazing bathroom remodeling developed over here on my house on downtown San Jose, I fell really…read morehappy with this improvement, thanks for all Sr William.

This guy is a total psycho with poor work ethic and attitude. I hired him to do the full bathroom…read moreremodel. 1. The agreement was to pay $1300 first for the demo, then $6700 and finally $5000. First 2 payments were made as agreed. He wanted all checks to be made on his wife's name and not Tam Construction company under which work is to be licensed. 2. Last payment of $5000 was to be made after work is done. Even though bidet installation was pending, I was okay with giving him the money. But I requested him to encash check after 4 days. He threw a fit and said he needed immediate payment. I requested for credit card link if he wanted immediate payment. Here is where the super scary part starts. He yells at me, runs into the new bathroom with drill and hammer. I got super scared. Then his wife abuses me and calls the cops. I had to call a neighbor to diffuse the situation. The cops sided with me and said my request was reasonable. Neighbors called in worried and I was left in tears. Tam and his wife's behavior was very scary and humiliating. Thankfully no one got hurt and no property was damaged. The next day I use the bathroom and observe hot water is not coming. He had installed the shower valve incorrectly. I was pretty pissed for being humiliated and embarrassed, calling cops etc . I can understand his anger, if $0 has been paid or payments are repeatedly delayed, labor cost renegotiated etc. I had already paid $8000 to his wife for the work. He threatened me with lien, cops etc. Overall Tam is also very rude and arrogant. Another time his workers called me to the restroom asking me where they need to install the shelves. I told them and immediately he calls me back in a rude tone telling not to give his workers instruction. Duh his workers called me for an opinion. For your own safety please think twice before letting him in your home. This guy has some serious issues.

Over the last 10 years, Tam and his dedicated team have completed many projects in our home. This…read moreincludes extensive remodeling of our old house into a lovely two storied home. We have always trusted Tam to select quality material for our home and he takes a lot of pride in his work and craftsmanship. His team is trustworthy, polite, professional, punctual and always cheerful even when they work so hard in the hot summer. You can count on Tam to finish work that he starts and it gets done pretty quickly with quality! Moreover, you can just focus on your work and leave the projects to him without worries. Recently, he built a beautiful patio for us with a nice-looking shade and added a fan, a few recessed lights and heaters to keep us comfortable outside in the winter time! Thanks to Tam, we are enjoying our backyard more often than before!