I was recommended Water Dynamik by a friend of mine who is also a property developer that used the…read moreguys for other renovations in Toronto. We contracted Luis team to work on a house renovation that needed extensive work in High Park back in May 2023. The team carried out full excavation (and demolition of some areas) to allow us to re-structure the foundation of the house in order to add more rooms to the property as well as a new front drive. The standard of work was impeccable and Luis actually ended up making suggestions to our architects to remodel our original plan which ended up saving us money whilst maximising space and creating a higher return on our money. Extremely happy with the work done and professionalism of the team. We're currently finalising another property purchase in Rosedale and we're 100% going to use the guys for this renovation project. Thanks again for all your help.

Water Dynamik was contracted to complete the following scope of work: demolition, excavation, and…read moreconcrete.

These guys replaced our columns back in late fall. They came out to have a look and answered all of…read moremy questions. Price was affordable compared to other quotes we got from competitors. Give Column Guru a call if you're looking to replace your porch columns. Great job guys

Do not hire Capital Columns for Raised Panel Wainscoting! - Nov 16, 2013…read more Be forewarned that Capital Columns sub-contracts out Raised Panel Wainscoting work to a third party company (one man in a van) and are completely not involved whatsoever during the install period, in fact they did not even call or visit during the 2 day project. After the initial in home consultation and settling on a price, we paid a 20% deposit on our credit card (do not give them your credit card number). On the day of install, Oct 31, 2013, the sub-contractor who showed up was a contractor who I contacted myself to quote the same job (we didn't go with him due to his references didn't come in on time). Also note that Capital Columns quote was 45% more than the quote I received from the actual contactor who did our work. Another disturbing fact on the final day of install, (Nov 1, 2013) Capital Columns went ahead and charged the balance of the job on our credit card without our approval and while work was still not finished (that final day the contractor worked till 7:45pm). During the two day install not once did a Capital Columns rep visit or call to see how work was progressing and they still felt entitled to charge the balance of the cost without checking with us if we were satisfied with the work. After this terrible contractor experience, I contacted Herb (owner) to express my dissatisfaction and he said he would look into the job and get back to me. After 4 days of no response I called Herb again, and he said he could not do anything about their inflated price (saying; "I have a lot more overhead than a one man outfit operating out of van"), I can accept this to a certain degree but a 45% increase over the installers price seems grossly out of order to cover for his overhead, WSIB insurance etc. With this unsatisfactory experience with Capital Columns, I will definitely not be using or referring these guys to any of my friends or family, very unprofessional and quick to charge your credit card without any job closure or value added to the job. Arun P - Brampton, ON

Our complicated 2nd floor addition / home renovation was located in Toronto West End. After…read moreworking with another architect from Richmond Hill (not familiar with City of Toronto's by-laws and requirements), where we had a horrible experience, wasted our money and ended up with unfinished work, we decided to cut our losses mid-way and change consultants. We were referred to Marin from another talented architect who we wanted to engage based on positive neighbor referrals, but she wasn't available to do any work at the time. She therefore, referred us to Marin at Contempo Studio and had vouched for his work and confirmed that our style for our home reno would fit well with Marin's previous work and experience. From initial contact to first introduction, Marin was pleasant, knowledgeable and professional. He is punctual and has a very calm demeanor which is appreciated during a stressful time. When we first met at our home, he quickly understood our vision for our home and was able to grasp the scope of the complicated renovation / 2nd floor addition very quickly. He was very cognizant of our budget and given the scope of work we planned on doing he was able to manage our expectations as well as timelines in undertaking a project of this nature and scope. Marin was always frank in providing guidance in the design process and kept us apprised of where our city approvals were at. His office being located in Toronto's West End also provided us comfort that he is very familiar with the neighbourhood and the City of Toronto process. We engaged Contempo Studio to complete all our drawings (architectural, structural, and HVAC), submit our permit applications and coordinated with the City as needed. We are currently still in construction / renovation mode, but until now, we are very pleased with Marin's work thus far and the continued service / expertise he provides to clarify issues as needed throughout the renovation. Because we are so happy with Marin, we even referred him to a neighbour for their renovation project which they engaged and he's also completed with complete satisfaction. Thank you Marin and Contempo Studio, from our family to yours ~ KW