Sean (owner), Michael (foreman) and Kylie (designer) were great to work with. Project was completed…read moreon time and within budget. They were very responsive and creative when putting together the design for our kitchen and 2 bath remodel. We expected the renovations to take up much of our mental energy but the team handled the day to day with such ease so we never had to worry! Would highly recommend!

Not the same company as when Al Lamperti ran things. The new ownership doesn't seem to care about…read moreold customers. I had a problem with the kitchen cabinets -- left 3 messages with them over three separate days but not even a call back. Nothing is more important when hiring a contractor than communications. From this experience I will not be going back to Lamperti for future remodels.

The project to rebuild our deck took 6 months from beginning to end and ended up costing 50% more…read morethan the initial budget proposal. When this started, I thought it could get done in under 2 months. We had to expand the scope of the project so that was some of the additional cost, but man oh man - it went from $100K to $150K for a deck. In other parts of the country, that's enough to buy an entire home. It was not easy to get a hold of the contractor and I would have to text multiple times over multiple days to get a response. It got done and the deck looks good so I'm thankful for that. Sharing this here so that folks come into projects with eyes wide open to the fact that things take way longer and costs, which are already astronomical, are likely to be even higher when all is said and done.

WBI replaced the failing retaining wall keep the road out of the kitchen of our tiny, 30% sloped…read morehillside lot right above Fairfax, 60' of up to a 8' soldier pile and lagging wall, with 16' in the ground. They did a phenomenal job! The crew was experienced, proficient and friendly ( ask for Walter!), the management was clear and communicative about small ( and necessary) change orders, and were more than happy to work with me to help minimize costs ( I did the railing at the top of the wall myself to save money). the geotechnical engineer they use is very knowledgeable and reasonably priced. They addressed one small cosmetic issue that only revealed itself after they were gone, no questions asked. I can't say enough good things about the work that was done for the project. thank you!

David Mulligan is as good as it gets when it comes to a general contractor in the Marin area. If he…read morehas availability to do your project you must hire him. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This was my first remodeling project and I chose David and Builders of Marin after interviewing ~4 different contractors. The project was a to-the-studs renovation and expansion of a ~1,500sqft, 2 bed, 2 bath ranch home into a ~3,500sqft 4 bed, 4.5 bath contemporary home. Complicating the build was (1) that the house was on a steeply sloped, small lot, (2) needed an entirely new foundation, and (3) was on a narrow street with no parking. WORKING WITH DAVID AND BOM: Working with David on this project was a pleasure. I hear friends describe their interactions with contractors and consider myself very lucky that I was able to work with David and his team on my project. If I ever do any remodel I will only do it if I can get David to do the work, and if I ever buy another house I will get David to visit the property with me. In fact, I would probably hire David first and then shop around for an architect. David is highly responsive, detail oriented, and does what he says he will do every time. From a work-style perspective, David is the ultimate high-integrity professional -- which is difficult to find in the construction industry at times. HOW DAVID AND BOM ARE BETTER THAN OTHER CONTRACTORS: David and BOM are better than other contractors based on three very important qualities: estimate accuracy, follow-through and execution, and crew / construction quality. ESTIMATE ACCURACY: One of the most difficult things about a high-end residential construction project is getting anyone to tell you how much anything costs. David will do the work to come up with an accurate quote, and will give you a reasonable, sober estimate as to how much different scope changes will change the budget. He brought our project in on-time (incredibly rare) and on budget (when adjusted for us changing the project scope and adding ~700sqft midway through). He does not over-promise or under quote (as many GCs do), and also doesn't mark-up everything by 30% (as many GCs do). Furthermore, if he finds cost savings midway through the project he will help you realize those. FOLLOW-THROUGH: As mentioned above David is accurate at estimating project costs and timelines. He is able to BE accurate because he has the crews and sub-contractor relationships to get the work done on time. Unlike many GCs who over-extend themselves during good construction markets, David has a number of quality crews with incredible site foremen (Kim was ours -- the best!) and is able to realistically budget their time to avoid delays. Furthermore, David believes in doing what he says he will do and will make the construction personnel be there to get the work done. CREW / CONSTRUCTION QUALITY: David believes in retaining the best people and has been working with many members of his crews for 20+ years. Many of his master carpenters started out as unskilled labor with him decades ago, and he has taught and mentored them up himself. What this has allowed David to build is a team obsessed with construction quality that knows how to do things the right way, and can get things done quickly. Furthermore, he has a deep bench of talent that he can put to work on projects to get them done on time, the right way. The commitment to finish quality from David and his whole crew is maniacal, and they are able to pull-off flawless contemporary designs that require high build quality. I would like to call out Kim, Omar, Jesus and the whole BOM team who worked on my house -- they are all incredible craftsmen and wonderful people to be around. For all of these reasons and many more, I wholeheartedly recommend David and Builders of Marin for your next project. I would also recommend you get on his docket early -- he gets booked up fast!

We decided to buy an old house on a large piece of land where we could build our forever home. We…read moreknew the house was old, but we did not realize how bad it was. Little did we know at the time, what a massive undertaking this project would be. After talking to several contractors and on the recommendation of our Architect, we selected Builders of Marin to build our home. We picked David because there was something honest about him. What you see is what you get. Having experienced other contractors in the past, that is a huge positive to us and not something we normally encountered. The original plan was to expand onto the existing house but we realized that everything was rotten after decades of neglect by the previous owner and ended up tearing everything down back to dirt and started over. This turned out to be bigger than we ever planned or budgeted for. Along the way, David was able to guide us though all of it. He stepped in and problem solved a range of issues, including many interior design issues that was not even his responsibility. From the mundane of relocating an outlet, to the life changing "holy sh*t, we are having twins", David we need an extra bedroom, David and his experienced crew, handled it all to made our dream on paper become a reality.

Better late than never! We wanted to take a moment to thank John Grabham and the entire G Family…read moreCompany team for the incredible work they did on our Corte Madera home. Two years ago, they completed our upstairs master bedroom addition and remodel, including a beautiful new master bathroom. They also remodeled our entryway and front porch, giving our home fantastic curb appeal and making a great first impression. We are still absolutely loving the results today. The addition exceeded our expectations and has truly transformed both the look and functionality of our home. From start to finish, the team was professional, attentive, and delivered outstanding craftsmanship. The quality of their work has stood the test of time, and we continue to enjoy the improvements every day. What has impressed us even more is the continued support after the project was completed. Recently, we experienced an issue with a tub leak and reached out to John. He responded promptly, sent his plumber to assess the problem, and discovered that the tub fixture was still under warranty. A brand-new replacement fixture was ordered and installed, resolving the issue quickly and professionally. John is excellent with communication, follow-up, and follow-through. He truly stands behind his work and takes care of his customers long after the project is complete. We also have to give a special shout-out to Ladybug, John's friendly dog, who always brought a smile during the project! We highly recommend John G. and G Family Company to anyone looking for a contractor who delivers exceptional craftsmanship, professionalism, reliability, and outstanding customer service.

We hired G Family Construction to execute our Yardzen-designed backyard, and the experience was…read moreexcellent from start to finish. After interviewing multiple contractors, G Family stood out immediately as the only team that came on site, dug into the details, and worked to understand our intent--not just replicate the designs. Their honest, up-front pricing was a major differentiator. We received a clear, comprehensive estimate with everything included, while other bids had many "TBD" items that weren't part of the real number. When I factored in those gaps, G Family was very competitive. They were also incredibly collaborative in helping dial in the details: when certain elements exceeded our budget, they provided practical alternatives and helped create a phased plan so we could add features later. Execution matched the planning. Communication was clear, updates were frequent, and when inevitable snags arose, they took the time to explain options and trade-offs. They even diplomatically guided me away from a bad design choice using their experience--absolutely the right call in hindsight. They also handled HOA-required changes without billing extra or anything like that. G Family isn't the cheapest, but the value is worth it. They were accountable, invested, and genuinely treated the project like it was their own backyard. Beyond the craftsmanship, they're just great, down-to-earth people to work with. Our once-underutilized yard is now a beautiful outdoor living space we use every day. I highly recommend G Family Construction!

Richard and his crew are my go-to whether it's a big project like my multi layered/multi angled…read moredeck with a lap pool sunken into it that they built a few years ago for me or a smaller project like tree removal or cleaning out the gutters of my house. Rich genuinely listens with respect and also has the vision for my untrained eye that helps facilitate us getting to our shared goal of "getting things done". He comes with a wealth of knowledge and a kind heart, as does his team. And I can't say enough about how respectful, professional and genuine his team is. It's hard to find professional landscapers. It's even harder to find a great working relationship with one. With Rich and his crew, I found both. If you want something simply done, call anyone. If you want it done to exceed your expectations with care and accountability and passion, call Rich.

We had the pleasure of working with Rich and his team this past summer through fall. It was a…read morecomplex job involving drainage, hardscape, and a comprehensive irrigation rebuild. Not only did Rich deliver on both budget and timeline, but the quality and craftsmanship of the work was exemplary. Rich kept the project well organized, was super communicative and collaborative. The crew did all the work by hand using high quality materials and kept a well-organized and clean job site. We look forward to working with Rich and his team again in the future and would highly recommend Pacific Garden Artistry.

I bought tiles from this store few times. I like to share my last experience that I had with the…read moretile & stone consultant Caity. She is knowledgeable, kind and friendly. Thank you Caity.

I sought assistance for a bathroom remodel and found Kari and Christine to be knowledgeable, easy…read moreto work with, and VERY helpful. I purchased my tile, vanity and fancy Toto toilet from them. Kari was so helpful discussing shower tile options and really listening to my thoughts about color scheme. She offered suggestions and always waited for my response before offering advice. Christine spent time going over vanity and toilet options providing comprehensive information and patiently responding to my plethora of questions. Very responsive to email follow up. She was very easy to work with. I would not hesitate using them for my next project!

They are amazing and have incredibly high standards for their work delivery! I was blown away with…read moremy windows!

After interviewing several top builders in Marin to construct our new 2BR/2BA ADU and Garage, we…read morechose Nichelini & Son's Builders. Rick explained the process, timeline and cost analysis in laymen terms, which was welcomed & appreciated. He and his architect, Richard spent long hours, working diligently with city agencies, planners & inspectors, design review committees, structural engineers, etc. to bring this laborious project to fruition. We're about 6 weeks from completion. Rick (owner), Scott (project manager) and Jenny (operations manager) keep us informed with schedules & updates and have been a real pleasure to work with. This structure does not look like your typical "ADU" or "In-law Unit." It's really coming together as a real dream-house! Nichelini & Son's are true professionals. They offer superior quality, exceptional value and service with a smile. Lisa & Eric San Rafael

I had worked with Expert Design Builders back in 2018 for a small project. The work was well done,…read morewell managed and Zach always communicated well with us. When we decided to proceed with a bigger project: a fence, automatic gate and deck we had no doubt EDB's team would do the work well, and they did ! For the Fence/Gate, We really did not know what we wanted. Zach was able to provide us various options and examples of other jobs he did in the area which we were able to check out. For the deck, we had a good idea of the size and shape, but he was able to provide us some advices for a whole bunch of details which we had not thought about (stairs shape, wood choice, lighting etc ...). He warned us in advance about potential additional work that might be needed (retaining wall) so that we would not run into a surprise in the middle of the project. After signing the contract, work started on time. His team members were always considerate with us and our neighbors (since we were working from home, they would warn us in advance when they would make loud noise etc ...) Throughout the course of the work, Zach would communicate with us providing progress, status and what would come up next. He would also make himself available for questions we would have. The result was beyond our expectations. The result and design of both the fence and deck is great.

These guys did a great job rebuilding our deck. Prices were fair and progress moved fast so that we…read morecould enjoy our new trex deck with cable rails this summer!