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    4.7 (67 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Gelu Ilie completed a half bath for us in El Cerrito. My husband and I had been thinking about adding a half bath for many years. We asked Gelu to take a look since he had done a truly excellent job of tiling a stall shower and a shower over the tub in our one existing bathroom about 10 years ago. In all those years, I have been nothing but extremely happy with that job. Tile work can be tricky, but Gelu is a true artisan. When my husband and I met with Gelu, he said it would take a week, which seemed shockingly quick since what we had was a closet without plumbing etc. True to his word in all things, Gelu finished in 4 days! We still can't believe that we have a lovely half bath after all these years. I needed to stay in the house, and Gelu, his assistant and his plumber (both are also terrific workers) were all careful to keep the dust out of the rest of the house as much as possible. Then, after Gelu finished, he cleaned up completely! I cannot recommend Gelu more highly. He is honest and generous with his time and advice without pushing us to do more. Gelu is super-fun to be around and as trustworthy as anyone I have ever met. Thank you Gelu!

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    Jimmy G.

    Gelu llie recently installed a tile back splash in our kitchen. He responded to my initial call right away and was able to come and give us an estimate within two days of first contacting him. He was also able to fit our project in quickly. He estimated the work would take two days and it did. He arrived on time both days. Our kitchen back splash looks amazing. I would highly recommend Gelu llie construction for any tile work you need done!

    Lindsey O.

    This review is strictly based on an estimate appointment. I contacted Gelu last weekend to schedule an appointment to bid on our master bathroom remodel. We agreed on Wednesday at 5:30PM. 5:40PM came rolling around and I tried to call Gelu. His phone didn't even ring so I decided to follow up with an e-mail to which he never responded to at all. Will not attempt to reach him again. Poor business practice to no show an appointment and then not even call or email the client. Also, including the email thread below as I just received a follow up to my review from Gelu stating I was a fake person trying to schedule an appointment, as well as my 3 outbound phone calls to see if he was going to show up. E-mail, physical address and phone numbers have been redacted for privacy. Gelu Construction Bathroom Remodel 13 messages Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Mon, Jan 21, 2019 at 2:39 PM To: contact@gelu-construction.com Hello, We have a master bathroom that we are looking to remodel and a few walls to close up to expand the existing bathroom. Could you please let us know if you have any upcoming availability for an estimate in Castro Valley? Thank you! Best, Lindsey & Jeff Outzen Sent from my iPhone gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Mon, Jan 21, 2019 at 2:57 PM To: Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Cc: contact@gelu-construction.com Hi Lindsey Let me know when it's Ok to come there to see the project.!! Just call me or email (510) 506-5073 Gelu [Quoted text hidden] Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Mon, Jan 21, 2019 at 2:59 PM To: gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Cc: contact@gelu-construction.com Hi Gelu, Thank you for the swift response. Let me know when you have a time and I will arrange with my husband. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone [Quoted text hidden] gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 7:19 AM To: Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com I need to know the address and I schedule the date..!!! [Quoted text hidden] Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 7:41 AM To: gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Please provide times for availability and then I will forward the address. Thanks! 1/24/2019 Gmail - Gelu Construction Bathroom Remodel https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ik=c56a0bf2ba&view=pt&search=all&permthid=thread-f%3A1623311383755194418&simpl=msg-f%3A162331138375... 2/3 Sent from my iPhone [Quoted text hidden] gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 7:52 AM To: Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com I can't come today after 4 o'clock [Quoted text hidden] Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 9:04 AM To: gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com If you are unable to come today, can you come tomorrow at 5:30PM? [Quoted text hidden] gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 9:05 AM To: Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Yes, I can. But sand me the address.!!! [Quoted text hidden] Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 9:07 AM To: gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com 0000 Privacy Dr Castro Valley, CA My phone number is 000-000-0000 in case anything comes up. Thanks! [Quoted text hidden] Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 3:47 PM To: gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Hi Gelu, I can be there at 5:20 tonight but I do have another appointment at 6 so we would have to be fast. Let me know if that works for you. Thank you! [Quoted text hidden] Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Wed, Jan 23, 2019 at 5:40 PM To: gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Are you on your way? We had an appt at 5:30 Sent from my iPhone [Quoted text hidden] gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Thu, Jan 24, 2019 at 4:45 PM To: Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Hi Lindsey Thank you for the best star what you put in my Yelp. 1-You don't give me your address for the beginning 2-You don't give me your phone number. 3-It's possible your email to be fake 4-You don't call me never to talk to me in the phone. 1/24/2019 Gmail - Gelu Construction Bathroom Remodel https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0?ik=c56a0bf2ba&view=pt&search=all&permthid=thread-f%3A1623311383755194418&simpl=msg-f%3A162331138375... 3/3 5-You put me one star where it's mean my business is go down. Have a great day [Quoted text hidden] Lindsey Outzen ___@gmail.com Thu, Jan 24, 2019 at 4:47 PM To: gelu ilie geluconstruction@gmail.com Gelu, Would you like me to post all of the emails on my yelp review to prove? Happy to do so. Horrible customer service.

    Jim J.

    I have worked with this guy for so many years. I believe it's been about eight years? He has done many many projects for me and my company and I have referred him many times over the years. He is a really good guy who does quality work and works very quickly as well. He will also always offer you a fair price in my experience.

    Carmen M.

    I dealt with Gelu Construction Co in several occasions. Gelu had remodeled two of our bathrooms, the kitchen, and had tiled our hallway. Gelu has a positive working attitude. He shared with us his knowledge and experience and gave us valuable feedback on our projects. The work quality is ....just perfect . Gelu we cannot thank you enough. You deserve 5 stars on quality, performance, skills, and punctuality.

    Gelu did a fantastic job remodeling both of our bathrooms. He was very professional throughout the projects, gave helpful recommendations and always delivered on schedule. The quality of his work is excellent and his attention to detail is sharp. I am thrilled with the results and would strongly recommend him to anyone looking to do home improvement.

    Gelu and his crew are awesome. Thank you Gelu! I have a duplex in Oakland and chose a thin 2"x8" tile which is a lot more work, I will use them again for the other unit because 1) on time and on schedule 2) great attention to detail - my 1924 tub was slightly unlevel and they were able to cut the tile to make it look great 3) Very nice work around shower alcove and placement of tile visually (where the joints appear) 4) they even cleaned off the tub after finishing the work You can tell these guys are experienced and smart about their work and take pride in it. Thanks again!

    Beautiful tile job!!!! Thank you Gelu!!!!!!

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    Gelu did an amazing job on our bathroom renovation. The quality of his work is unmatched and his attitude is simply infectious.

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    Really beautiful, precise tile work. Our bathrooms and courtyard look awesome

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    Gelu is awesome! He has tiled 3 bathroom, a kitchen and two floors for us. He is fast, reliable and offers great design insight.

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    Fantastic tile work and reasonable prices for professional conduct, patient discussion of design ideas and rapid installations.

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