Desiring to update our kitchen with new quartz countertops, we found this source through Yelp. The…read morecrew that came out to do the work was punctual, pleasant and professional. They completed the job in approximately 5 1/2 hours including cleanup. Their craftsmanship was superb, and yes, we are very pleased with our new countertops. Not so our communication with Artistic's sales rep. She was outwardly friendly and polite, but it typically took her several days to respond to messages. Her confusion about some of our questions made us wonder whether she understood much about fabrication and installation. Also, we found her guidance to be misleading. She convinced us to replace our old overmount porcelain sink with a new stainless steel undermount sink. Which might have been okay, except my Missus made a point of saying that she wanted enough space between the sink and backsplash to accommodate two accessory trays. Not only did we end up with a smaller sink but also less counter space than before! In retrospect, a rectangular sink (though more costly) would have been a better choice than what was installed. Since we were past the point of no return, we asked if they would at least move the soap dispenser to provide more usable space. To make a long story short, nearly 4 months following our initial visit to their showroom, a worker finally came out to make the adjustment. He assured us he would return the next week to complete the job by filling in the original hole with a like material. We never heard from him again and there has been no response to our text messages.

This was the second time I used Artistic Granite…read more First time I had a double sink quartz counter installed in Master Bath. The second job was my kitchen countertops with quartz. David the salesman was wonderful and helpful picking out the quartz. We had a few bumps in the road, but went relatively smoothly. Bathroom countertop went smooth- just a mess afterward, which is to be expected. Installation of countertops did have many problems. My new dishwasher was bent on the bottom cover from installers reinstalling it. I was able to straighten the metal cover enough to reinstall myself. My walls were damaged from removal of the ceramic tiles. I tried to repair myself, but they still look awful. I will have to rehire my painters back to fix drywall. A huge mess to clean up again- but that is to be expected considering removing ceramic counters and installing quartz countertops. However, I knew from the contract stated if there was any damage of anything, it would be my problem. I never mentioned it when I reached out to the owners. I did reach out to the owners when I saw such a discrepancy in the thickness of my countertops, loss of .5cm of quartz thickness-- I immediately emailed the owners asking why I had lost so much thickness. Yes, I went with an email and only wanted a email response back. I did not want to speak on the phone - more clarification by email. However, apparently asking the owners about the loss of .5cm in thickness of my quartz caused an aggressive response back from the owners- to me- I felt. So why were the countertop not 3cm as purchased, but were 2.5cm in thickness of quartz when installed--the owners said this is in the contract you signed. You take a loss of quartz with fabrication and rounded edges. Why not tell the consumer upfront verses putting it in the contract it would be 2.5cm? I had no idea - I didn't ask for rounded edges, wouldn't that be standard practice? Who would want sharp edges??? This is their expertise not mine. So if the consumer purchases 3cm of thickness of quartz, the contract states you will lose some thickness of the quartz during fabrication & rounded edges per the contract. However, "some" is such a generalized term- could literally mean any amount. Now .5cm doesn't sound like a lot but if you only start with 3cm - that becomes a whole lot. My counters are only 2.5 cm thick! Not 3cm thick as originally thought. As a consumer I had thought I was getting 3cm total. I had even questioned the person who measured it before installation how thick my counters would be. He said I had tile countertops that were 1.75" thick now. He had told me I would be going down to 3cm or 1.25". So yes I would be losing a 1/2 inch in thickness once quartz were installed. But in reality I am down to 1" thick countertops- down from .75" verses .50". Why wouldn't he tell me I would lose 2.5cm??? I then proceed to measure my Master bathroom countertop. Sure enough, I am only at 2.5cm not 3cm. But a bathroom counter you don't see the thickness or even think about it. In a kitchen I have higher countertops and it's very noticeable!! I should have measured my Master Bath countertop before I purchased my countertops. So the standard of practice is: if you purchase 3cm countertops you will lose .5cm--why not say that in the contract?? Because "their contract protects them from EVERYTHING". Be very careful with signing the contract with Artistic Granite. If they damage anything, your floors, appliances, cabinets, walls, etc.--it's your problem- I was hesitant about that too, but the men did not damage anything in my master bath. If you ask the owners anything by a written email--the owners tell me to go to Arbitration with them if I have a problem. Very combative reply. This has left a total sour taste in my mouth, the way I was treated by email- after I had questioned why my countertops were not 3cm thick and only 2.5cm. I felt the owners responded back to me very aggressively and rudely. I followed with my response and told them exactly how I felt. Then once again, they used the same aggressive tactics and they blamed me!! I was offered at the end a $250 good faith gesture- which I didn't respond back to them- DONE. I feel a company should treat a consumer way better - I felt such a negative, aggressive response--why so aggressive toward me?? David, the person who measured, the team who installed were very nice and respective toward me during the whole process. I felt the owners treated me very aggressively, when I had emailed why my countertops were not 3cm thick as I had ordered, verses 2.5cm? I would have tried to get them 3cm before installation- if I had known I would lose .5 cm. I had paid thousands of dollars for these countertops and should have been told upfront verbally, I would be losing .5cm on my kitchen countertops. Their contract states variations- broad term. I felt deceived. Really comprehend all the terms and really understand their contract.

We used Marfa NuEra for a 3D photorealistic render service, and it really helped us with our…read morekitchen renovation. We could view our desired lighting, shadow lines and overall look of our Sarah model before we placed our order, which gave us a 100% guarantee that we were proceeding. In Phase 1, our designer spent 25 minutes on a live video call, explaining every detail of the structure and the architectural elements within the space. They were able to make accurate, real-time changes directly to our cooking patterns - including adjusting the depth of drawers, rearranging preparation zones and modifying appliance functionality. After seeing the high-resolution render, we had little design anxiety, and the whole thing was stress-free.

I needed a complete kitchen remodel in my open kitchen and an adjacent mudroom, and the Aura layout…read moreline was the answer. We've just smoothly rolled out our Phase 2 design tweaks straight to the factory with no admin hiccups or delays. The logistics team did a wonderful job, and all of our freight was delivered to our home safely in the fifth week. Each and every crate was reinforced with wooden sides so that no damage could be caused during transportation.

Cary has designed two kitchens for me. The first was a modern kitchen that was so beautiful it was…read morechosen for the oak park river forest house walk. I chose cary as my designer after seeing at least 10 kitchens and baths on kitchen walks. I have also seen her kitchens in better homes magazine and other magazines. My second kitchen was a lower budget white cabinet kitchen that ended up on five different shoots for commercials. The cabinets which were custom built by the amish cabinet makers ended up cheaper than all other quotes I received ftom other designers. Both kitchens required major structural changes and an addition. Cary's structural drawings were so detailed that my contractor was able to use her designs without employing an architect. Both kitchens were on budget with absolutely no problems. I do not understand the previous reviewer's complaints. They simply do not reflect my experience or the experience of the many friends I have referred Cary to who have LOVED their kitchens. I highly recommend this firm!

If I could give less than one star, I would. How Cary Mclean of designs for living can call…read moreherself a kitchen and bathroom designer is beyond me. She designed the worst kitchen I have ever used; it is a painful place to be in for someone like myself who loves to cook. Cabinet doors bang into each other, there is minimal counter space. When the dishwasher is being unloaded you can't open the cabinet to put the dishes away since the doors hit together. She recommended a zinc counter top for the tiny (and mostly unfunctional island) but it can't tolerate heat, acidic products without being damaged.Don't let your kids pour a glass of OJ on the counter or it will be stained permanently. How useful is that in a kitchen? Four different light fixtures all of different and clashing styles were her choice for the kitchen/eating area. When I commented to her on some of these choices, she said she was offended. And the bathrooms: it seems to be all about looks and not functionality. And none of this came cheap either. Stay clear of this so-called kitchen and bathroom designer if you want a nice looking and well functioning project!

My wife and I decided on a home renovation project and addition as we love the neighborhood in…read morewhich we live. We interviewed several builders and contractors and viewed some of their previous projects before hearing about Alpine Custom Builders from a recommendation from a co-worker. We toured the home of our co-worker to see the quality of work that had been greatly impressed. Knowing our co-worker and his penchant for detail, we decided to call Alpine Custom Builder's owner, Dan Casaletto and speak with him regarding our project. The ideas we had for an addition to our home along with a remodel of the original home was a large project, and we were totally inexperienced in this area, but after speaking with Dan, and hearing his thoughts and ideas about the project we were convinced that we found our building contractor. The craftsmen that Dan uses for each step of the project were true professionals in each of their trades. A bonus for us, was during the construction, as Dan would supervise the project and have an idea that he thought might be a better choice, he would contact us and explain idea at the site and give us the opportunity to make an informed decision at the proper time in the building process. It was a great help is us getting the home we really wanted. The attentiveness to detail and our personal desires exhibited by Dan, truly eliminated the anxieties that are inherent with such a project. We would not hesitate to use Alpine Custom Builders for any future project.

Meticulous is Dan's middle name. Serious attention to detail. Dan completed three projects for…read moreus. Completely new composite front porch (neighbors stop all the time and compliment us), vinyl siding including new foam board insulation, and gutting a bathroom. Great work all the way around and very trustworthy. A big thanks to Dan.

Kevin was very helpful today when our fridge panel handles needed tightening. Amish Custom…read moreKitchens did all of our cabinets over 3 years ago and they were more than happy to assist when we had an issue. I strongly recommend using them for any cabinet needs!

My new kitchen is GORGEOUS. Thank you Amish Custom Kitchens for the beautiful, functional, and…read morewell-designed and crafted kitchen. Working with Michelle Boyer was a joy! She was so helpful throughout the process. I highly recommend ACK!

they started out all right with good work and a pleasant attitude until they were paid before…read morefinishing the job. It was a whole kitchen rehab and they requested some of it in cash. they tried to tack on more money for time spent to fix some of their own errors. they installed under cabinet lights that didn't work for long and I was told by another electrician that i had a hot wire behind the backsplash and it should all be disconnected due to it being a fire hazard. no attempt at repair or compensation was given. What could have been a good experience was ruined because they just didn't want to bother going the extra mile to make sure everything was right.

Carlos handcrafted a beautiful mud room Bench and storage…read morecabinet for the entranceway near my garage door. He was able to incorporate the color of my kitchen cabinets into the bench so that it looked like if was part of the kitchen. I absolutely love it!

I hired Bathcrest of Chicago to tear out the tub and wall tile in my bathroom and put in all new…read morewall tile, tub, shower, and sliding glass door. The job was completed in 1 week and the quality of work was superb. In addition, their communication skills were excellent. They even ran into a few problems due to my existing layout and absorbed the cost themselves. I am very pleased with my decision to go with Bathcrest of Chicago and I would recommend them for anyone who is thinking about remodeling their bathroom. Bathcrest made it fast, easy, and affordable!

I couldn't be happier with the job Wreck-creation Renovations did building a new deck for my home…read morein Chicago! From start to finish, the entire experience was fantastic. The team was professional, reliable, hardworking, and truly cared about doing the job right. They paid close attention to the details, communicated clearly throughout the project, and made sure everything was done with quality and craftsmanship in mind. The finished deck turned out beautifully and has completely elevated the look and feel of my home. What impressed me most was their attention to detail and pride in their work. They didn't just build a deck; they created a beautiful outdoor space that I'm genuinely excited to enjoy. If you're looking for a renovation company in Chicago that you can trust to deliver excellent workmanship, professionalism, and great customer service, I highly recommend Wreck-creation Renovations. They exceeded my expectations, and I would absolutely work with them again! Thank you, Wreck-creation Renovations, for an amazing job!

I can't thank Wreck-creation enough for the kitchen remodel they did! From the outstanding service,…read morecompetitive pricing, the attention to detail, and the ability to make my kitchen even better then I could dream of I would highly recommend these guys to everyone!