Had my gutters serviced today. Used the Groupon deal so it was very affordable. I called and at…read morefirst it was their answering service that answered. Apparently they are unfamiliar with the fact that they are on Groupon so I had to call back when someone from the company was in the office to get on the schedule. They had availability for two weeks later. I wasn't in a rush so I don't mind the wait. I wasn't scheduled for the 12-4 time window. On the day of I had a work commitment that came up last minute. They were very accommodating when I called so I was pushed further back on the timeslot till after 3 PM so I could be home for the service. The technician Isaiah arrived and informed me what he was going to do. Afterwards he sent me a detailed report with photographs of my gutter system. Thankfully, everything looked good and I did not require any additional services after the cleaning and tuneup.

I am so happy with my new windows, and especially with my new sliding glass door installed my…read moreAmerican Home Contractors last week. For the first time I realize I had been hearing a fair amount of outside noise (which I'd apparently gotten used to), because these windows/doors are soundproof; now I don't hear anything at all from outside! And even better, the windows are easy to open, and my sliding glass doors actually slide well in the track, and are not shaking and drafty when it's windy outside -- major improvements from my old, builder-grade, 20+ year-old windows/sliding door. Further, the service crew was excellent -- careful, kind, professional, efficient, and they cleaned up everything afterwards. Roger, the foreman, has been doing this work for almost 30 years, and Jose, who single-handedly carried in/out the windows/doors, has been doing this work for 10+ years. I didn't get the name of the quiet third service person who was mostly outside and on the ladders, also very efficient. fyi, they did mention that working on the 4th floor of our condos from ladders was a bit more challenging as the original builder-grade windows had been made to fit by being packed/taped in place from the outside, which necessitated them having to actually break some of the glass to be able to pull the old windows out. But they did it - and did it well. Finally, Shaun, the project manager who gave me my estimate and oversaw the project from estimate, HOA approval process, to completion, was great. Highly recommended.

Joshua was amazing from start to finish. He knows his stuff and is able to come up with ideas and…read moreoptions you may not have e even thought possible. He is professional and can do everything from small fixes to large renovations. He brings a wealth of knowledge and perfection in his work that isn't seen often these days. For me he has done everything from fixing my front door to renovating my laundry room with custom floating shelves to redoing our entire basement which including completely gitting and rearranging plumbing to brand new finished. I would highly recommend him, he isnt the cheapest but you will definitely be happy with his work.

Joshua was absolutely fantastic. I had an emergency repair and he was able to fit me into his…read moreschedule with very little notice. He came over promptly, and was able to get things done quickly. He was upfront about what I could expect from this job, and what would need to take more time. What's more? He even helped me with an unrelated issue since he was already here. Joshua is communicative, enthusiastic, and upfront about the cost of services. I am definitely going to work with him again and recommend him to everyone that I can. You couldn't ask for a better person to get the job done.

Earlier this year we had Jim and Brown's Custom Contracting renovate our kitchen and could not be…read morehappier with the results. From start to finish Jim was very communicative, professional and easy to work with. He kept us informed throughout the entire process. Our new kitchen looks fantastic and we highly recommend Jim and his team. We'll be contacting Jim for our future renovation needs!

Quick Summary: Jim runs an exceptionally professional business, and I would gladly hire him again…read morefor any job to improve my household. He is an excellent communicator, and his workers were not only courteous but very skilled at their respective jobs. He was able to finish my basement in a timely manner with high-quality materials. I could not be happier with the work Brown's Custom Contracting did within my home. Detailed Summary of My Experience: I contacted Jim initially just to get an estimate for finishing my basement, which was in a state that needed major work because the walls were made of cinderblock and the floors were complete concrete; it was a space that was probably best used for storage and I would not call it "comfortably livable." Jim arrived quickly for an estimate and helped me explore the possibilities of the space, even going so far as to note what would be difficult or expensive to pull off. Within days he provided an estimate for the job, which I found out during the process was a major ordeal involving many phases and individuals, so I'm impressed he was able to produce a price so quickly (and in the end it was an accurate price). I signed Jim up for the job because of his straightforward and pleasant attitude. In the weeks and months that followed (this was a major job, I want to note), Jim gave me frequent updates about what workers I could expect to come by and when/how-long they would be there. Every person who came onto the property was skilled and good about communicating what they would be working on, especially when they had questions about the possibilities of the space. Jim also handled all of the work involving the permits and he worked with the county to ensure everything was up to code. He also alerted me any time there was a change in plans or if there was a possibility of delay. Given how involved this basement-finish job was, there were plenty of opportunities for major hurdles, but the project was still completed in a timely manner, and it was always clear to me what was going on, what would happen next, etc. The final product is everything I could've wanted. Jim made efficient use of the space to make as much of it "comfortably livable" as possible. Even the water heater and HVAC unit were relocated with no diminishment in functionality just for the sake of making the basement as good as it could possibly be. I'm very pleased with the additional space my family has been given, and there isn't a single rough edge in the room. Jim's guys are the best and I highly recommend his service to anyone looking to improve their homes. I have included pictures of the job before and after just so you can see the quality of work.

I had the greatest experience with this company AVK Kitchen & Bath…read more I absolutely love my remodeled kitchen. Their workmanship was superb, and I couldn't find a single fault. The staff and their team were extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. The senior design consultant and manger, Brian was very professional , his recommendations were great, and extremely thoughtful. The production manger Angel, was absolutely fantastic and patient, always answering my calls promptly and attentive throughout the process. The stone company and their team were also outstanding. They told me the project would be completed in three weeks, and it was finished in less than three weeks. I highly recommend them to my friends and family. Fantastic job VKB Kitchen & Bath Team! Saideh A.

I would strongly discourage anyone from using VKB Kitchens & Bath…read more A few years ago, this company was hired through a third party to renovate my fireplace at the request of the previous owner. Last year, that fireplace was determined to be the cause of a devastating house fire that displaced my family. Following a thorough investigation, we were informed that the fire resulted from the fireplace being improperly installed. We also learned that the renovation was completed without the required Howard County permit. Had the proper permit been obtained, county inspections could have identified the installation issues before the project was completed. As a result, our home suffered extensive damage and is expected to take approximately 12 months to rebuild. Beyond the financial impact, this experience has taken an enormous physical and emotional toll on my family. Despite everything we've endured, we have not received any acknowledgment of responsibility from VKB Kitchens & Bath and they were informed last November (2025) that they were responsible for my house fire. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this company. If you're considering a home renovation, I encourage you to carefully research your contractor, verify that all required permits will be obtained, and make sure the work will be properly inspected. A renovation should improve your home, not put your family's safety at risk or turn your life upside down for years.

Masterful Craftsmanship…read more I am giving a full 5 stars to the crew that finished our basement. These guys are true professionals and absolute masters of their craft. Their work ethic was matched only by their incredible attention to detail, the quality of the finishing throughout the entire space is top-notch. They were consistently respectful of our home and clearly took immense pride in everything they built. If you are looking for elite skill and a flawless physical result, this team is as good as it gets.

H&C construction has been my go to contractor for my last two large renovation projects. The most…read morerecent was a full bathroom teardown and renovation and we are thrilled with the results. The work the team did was beautiful and a great value for the price. We went a little over 10% over budget, which is just about what I expected for a project like this, and I was pleasantly surprised that we actually finished a few days early. The work comes with a 3-year warranty too (which we needed in the past and have had no trouble using), which gives extra peace of mind. Each person on the project - Elena the project manager, Juan the site supervisor, Alexa the designer, John the estimator, and especially the lead technician Cornelio was a pleasure to work with. As with any renovation, there are always surprises and hiccups along the way, but the team handled everything professionally, even when I was stressed and occasionally cranky. One thing of particular note was how much the team was willing to work with me when the inevitable surprises came up. There are things that nobody can foresee, which usually results in a change order and extra cost, but then there are those little things where everyone leaves a conversation with a different impression. In those latter instances, I always really appreciated how willing everyone was to meet me halfway and to make sure I felt good about how things were going and confident that we were doing right by each other. All in all, I highly recommend them and they will be my first call next time I have a project!

This is our 4th project with Exis General Contracting and the room looks great! They removed…read morepaneling and ceiling beams and modernized our family room that was built in the 70s to look like it belongs today! The team arrived on time and left the room spotless every day! In addition, when they discovered termite damage they reframed the area. We love the new look!

Needed to replace the decking of our 2nd floor townhome deck. Exis was great to work with. They…read morepromtly provided an estimate (despite me providing the exact dimensions and what I was looking for, many contractors wouldn't provide a quote or gave ones way above what Exis did), came out quickly to confirm, and got on the schedule right away. The whole team was professional, prompt, and great to work with! Finished product is wonderful and would recommend the Exis team for your home modeling needs.

I would highly recommend James to anyone who needs help on any household projects that needs…read moreimprovement or correction from your own/or someone else's screw up. I moved into a new home and found James to help with jobs that were not too small but not big enough to hire a big crew and pay the high price tag. He was the most perfect handyman who came with his magic wand!! James helped with the following things - - Wired flood light Re-installation, which was too high for me to reach (like 30 ft tall, at the corner top/near roof of the house) and the previous one was broken and barely hanging on. - Stairs hand rail reinstallation. The handle was becoming loose from the wall because it was installed incorrectly by the previous owners and fixer uppers - Dining room chandelier electrical wiring troubleshoot - Main entrance new door lock replacement and installation - Outer foyer stone rebalance and fill ins. I found James through a word of mouth and Thumbtack. I cannot say enough good things about this guy as he went above and beyond and made this experience easy and smooth! Before I hired James, I went to his website which shows his previous projects and this assured me that he knows what he's doing. When I called, he responded quickly and came out to give me a quote, which was most reasonable to me compared to 3 other services I called. He started right away and he completed everything within a few hours. He pointed out what was done incorrectly from previous owners' fixer upper projects and reDid it correctly. He is a professional worth hiring to fix what had now become my problem with a new home. In the end, James even gave me tips on my future home improvement projects. He cleaned everything up with no mess left behind!

JH Rebuild (James) was exceptional! A real craftsman and and carpenter who really pays attention to…read morethe details. We had a leak in our upstairs bathroom that leaked into our kitchen cabinets that were only a few years old. The cabinets were damaged and the ceiling destroyed. Not wanting to replace all of our kitchen cabinets, James rebuilt the damaged cabinets from scratch and they were an exact match for our kitchen cabinets. He really put great effort into getting the color matched. He reinstalled them and they look just like they did before the damage. His pricing was very fair. He gets my highest recommendation.

My husband and I have been taking our time remodeling our home and it was finally time to tackle…read morethe master bathroom. We wanted to make our shower bigger and replace our built-in tub for a stand alone tub. We contacted 3 companies for an estimate. One contractor flaked and called the morning of the appointment saying he couldn't make it. He suggested we do a zoom consultation. When I asked how he would get the measurements, he said it was "just" a bathroom and he didn't intend on doing sketches anyways. His condescension made me cancel everything with him. The second contractors was nice, but had a high estimate, then suggested we purchase low end materials to save on the cost. He gave us the estimate right away, then pressured us to accept it right then. He offered a $1K discount if we agreed before he left, but what's $1K on a $32K price tag,so we told him we had 1 more contractor to meet with. And then there was Mr. Luis. He came in with a smile, removed his shoes and actually listened to all my concerns about my current bathroom and my dreams about my future one. He took his measurements and then repeated back the things I said I really wanted. There was no pressure and he said he would contact me in a few days with an estimate. It took him about 4 days to get back to me. Not only was his estimate significantly less,but it also came with a computer generated rendition of my bathroom space from multiple angles. I had sent him some tile patterns I liked, and he had them in the image, so I could really visualize my new bathroom. He did the rendition 2 more times with different tile patterns I sent him to help me choose the one I really liked. I also want to note that he could've easily charged more because I told him I thought it was going to cost $40K when he came to do the estimate,but he still gave me his honest price. We set a date for work to start after I paid a 33% deposit. His team, led by Mr. Wilson, were punctual and really respected my home. They draped wherever they needed to walk and they walled off my bedroom with plastic so dust and debris wouldn't get all over my living space. Mr. Wilson answered all my questions and kept me updated on everything being done each day. He assisted me in buying some of my products. His team kept everything very tidy when they left each day. He was a dream from start to finish. The 2nd deposit was due when the tile install began. Mr. Carlos did all of the tiling himself. He gave his professional opinion about the tile I chose for the shower floor, which led me to use the same tile as the shower walls and honestly, I like it better. The bathroom was completed in 2 weeks. The last deposit is due upon completion. When all the work was done, they polished and cleaned the entire bathroom AND several surfaces in my bedroom. They wiped down and dusted the TV stand and fireplace (both in the sitting area outside of the bathroom). They had only gotten a small amount of dust on them from the construction, so I just planned to dust when they were finished,but they did it for me without me asking. They also wiped down the bannister as they exited. As a mom of 3 kids under 5, I appreciated that more than they know. I've had people work in my house before who were neat, but I have never had a team clean up after themselves as thoroughly as this one. I'd also like to mention his office manager, Ms. Gigi, handled the administrative side seamlessly. She also answered all of my emails promptly. I absolutely LOVE my new bathroom and I will definitely use them for projects in the future. Anyone looking for honest and skillful contractors should use this company.

Mr. Luis did not appreciate that I was doing my due diligence with pricing and gathering other…read moreestimates and proposing negotiation on pricing, as anyone should, and he became sarcastic - very unexpected, as they presented themselves to be very professional upon the initial meeting. Unfortunately, we were unable to do business; however, I would suggest a little less arrogance. Customers should never take their first price, and everything is always up for negotiation. Stay well, sir; a 6K difference in pricing is not small. I advise customers to do their homework.