We met Gable last summer thru a call and referral. He came over to see our bathroom which was a…read moremess in a a complete remodel phase from floor to ceiling, tiny, and a hole in the floor from our contractor not knowing how to finish a curbeless shower and do what we wanted. After months of patiently waiting on a solution, we met Gable and he and his crew knew exactly what we wanted and how to move forward. They handled it, in a timely, professional manner, caring about what we were going thru and giving us a finish date with permits handled and Andrew the project manger helping us. Francisco the tile expert, doing the tile work. We picked out what we wanted from Floor and Decor in Pleasant Hill, they handled the project from that point on and did an amazing job. Each day they told us what was happening next and cleaned up the days work you could not even tell they had made a project that day...Everything turned out how we described it to them, it was done in Jan. 2026 and by Feb. 1 a month later, we had a new beautiful tiny bathroom, I would recommend Gable and his team for any remodel. I feel they are honest, professional and have all their credentials. TThey answer when you call, and return texts, they are also very enjoyable and have the best solutions to problems that you think can't be fixed, they turned our mess around and took complete control of what mess we were in from our contractor not knowing, I cannot say enough great things about GABLE PAYNE and his team. We will definitely be forever grateful and will call them again when we need help. I give them 10 stars. If honesty, timelines, reliable, professional, great work start to finish is important to you give Gable and his team a call, they won't let you down. Its hard to find a crew who cares as much as this family owned business does.

Warning: DO NOT HIRE this company for any home improvement work. The owner, Gable Payne, presents…read morehimself as licensed and advertises as such. His CONTRACTOR LICENSE WAS REVOKED in February 2025 but his contract paperwork as of June 2025 still had his license number on it. His company asked for more money than agreed and was very late on the agreed timeline. Check the Contractors State Licensing Board for more details: https://www2.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/checklicenseII/LicenseDetail.aspx?LicNum=1048159 . The specific violations of the complaint are: Departed from trade standards, Exceeded contract amount, Violated provisions of the home improvement contract, No home improvement label on the contract, No statement about excessive down payment, License name style variation, No business name, Violated provisions of the home improvement contract, Contr has recvd/reqstd more money than work completed. All of which, from our personal experience, we can believe to be true. To add to this, several of Gable's subcontractors stated that Gable did not pay them on time, or at all. Buyer beware!

We wanted to renovate our kitchen and bathrooms without having to do everything ourselves and MSK…read morecame recommended to us from friends and other families we knew and they sure didn't disappoint us! Most importantly, MSK listened to all our conditions, likes and dislikes and never really went over budget at all and even finished the work ahead of time which is unheard of in construction industry! Kat, Kelly, Curt and all of them were detail oriented, patient, and we loved working with them. It showed their experience in this industry and all the vendors they work with were also great. Communication was easy with CoConstruct and it was great to not to have to deal with every small thing. MSK took care of all the permits, engineering and inspection paperwork's which I think was the biggest hurdle prior to actual work. I would highly recommend MSK!

I had been wanting to remodel my kitchen and living areas for the last few years. My first phone…read morecall was to Kat, the co-owner at MSK Design Build. She spent close to an hour with me on the phone and provided a rough idea of budget as well as ideas to make the job more cost effective. Following that, I spent several months and considerable time meeting with several other designers/builders in my area. As a result, my decision to work with MSK is based as follows: 1. They spent the most time and effort upfront to provide a realistic estimate and made every effort to include costs that others overlooked (i.e. asbestos abatement). 2. They were very clear about the process and scheduling for the job. The utilize an application that is transparent for both the client and themselves. It was very clear to me that responsibilities were well defined in their company. 3. They took the time to explain the details of the job to me. Prior to signing design contract, they were available to answer any questions or concerns I brought up. 4. Specific personnel would be assigned to my job. It would not vary throughout the duration. 5. The fact that they design AND build (from their own design) was appealing because that would minimize any discrepancies between a separate design company and a separate build company. Linda was my designer. Although she is now retired, she has many years of experience in design. She did an outstanding job in the new layout of my kitchen. In additions, she made other helpful suggestions of things that I was not aware of or had overlooked. To help me select materials, she assisted in every step with flooring, plumbing fixtures, tile, counter tops, etc. She made appointments with their vetted venders and we would go together to make the selections. Linda had a clear understanding of my preferences and guided me towards making sound decisions. I was very pleased with the trades people who performed the work. Joe was the lead carpenter. He was meticulous and took great pride in his work. He did an excellent job of installing the new cabinets, casing work and trim details. Shawn was the painter assigned to my project, and again, his expertise and experience was evident in the finished project. Jorge was the plumber for the job and like the others, his work efforts were appreciated and his abilities added to the job success. These individual's main concern was to do a job I was pleased with and I never felt their extra efforts or time spent were a burden to them. Like their vendors, MSK have several years of working with the subcontractors used for the tile work, electrical, counter tops and sheetrock. They were all professional, timely and courteous. Communication throughout he project was outstanding. Curt was my Project Manager. Any e-mails, text messages, concerns, etc. were addressed and answered promptly. The work areas were always clean at the end of the day and construction debris was removed promptly. The project came in on schedule and on budget. MSK did exactly what they said they would do. I was very pleased with the results and would not hesitate to recommend MSK Design Build for anyone who is looking for a reputable company.

When I began researching companies for my home remodel, LRL was one of the companies I was excited…read moreabout. Unfortunately, after meeting with a representative to review the scope of the project, we never received any follow-up or a quote. During that time, I began receiving a series of marketing emails about why LRL would be a great company to work with, which I didn't mind while I was waiting for the estimate. However after that, I started receiving emails stating that I had chosen to move in a different direction and that I should consider them for a future project. The confusing part is that we never made that decision. we were waiting to hear back. I was genuinely interested in working with them, but it ultimately felt like the company chose not to move forward with us.

Raz and his team did an excellent job with remodeling our bathroom. One of the key reasons we chose…read moreRaz and his team for the project was that Raz had great suggestions and recommendations before we finalized all plans. His crew is super fast and efficient and they were patiently listening to our requests and answering our questions throughout the project. We are super happy with the outcome.

Matan just did both our bathrooms and we're really happy with them. He kept us in the loop the…read morewhole time, texted back fast, never left us guessing. The work itself is just solid, and we are thrilled with the results. He ended exactly on budget which is rare these days as well. No surprise costs. If you want a contractor who actually communicates and does good work, call Matan.

Matan helped with the renovations after undergoing mold remediation. He provided clear…read morecommunication every step of the way and was able to complete the job a little bit early and on budget. We had to renovate two bedrooms and a bathroom. Bathroom was a full gut and bedrooms needed new carpet, drywall and paint. Happy with the results.

I want to thank Tim and his crew for the outstanding work they provided. They were punctual,…read moreprofessional, and clearly very experienced--you can tell that their 40+ years of experience really shows. Most importantly, they delivered exactly what was promised, and they did an excellent job. My mom is extremely pleased with the work they did, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Thank you, Tim and the entire crew, for a job well done! P.S. I recommend this company 100%!

Starting out, my kitchen remodel was not a straightforward job as the property is part of an HOA…read morethat very particular on how things are to be done. Toupin Construction was able to navigate and work alongside the requirements of the HOA while not disturbing the other owners in the building. They were very good with details, details that come with experience working in an HOA environment. For example, when it came time to shutting off the water, they made sure to follow CC&R's and bylaws in regards to proper procedures. Furthermore, when their was a small accidental bump to a neighbors deck, virtually no visible cosmetic damage, Toupin Construction notified the HOA immediately and remedied the situation. I was never even contacted by the HOA or the neighbor, which tells me the handled the situation with the upmost professionalism. Prior to hiring Toupin Construction, we got bids from two other contractors. Their prices were within 10-20%, one higher and one lower, but the quality of the materials were inferior. They didn't inspire confidence in working with an HOA. The finished product is beautiful, we couldn't ask for more. We are grateful that Toupin Construction was able to fit us in their schedule and travel the distance to Tiburon. Honestly, I think it was just good timing because I couldn't get any contractors to cross a bridge to get bid in the beginning. They were within budget, finished in time and didn't gauge us because of our address. Lastly, as a fellow business owner I appreciate professionalism, follow through and quality workmanship. This is exactly how Toupin Construction handled my kitchen remodel and we couldn't be happier.

Used Boydstun for remodel of a bathroom, adding washer and dryer hook ups and overhead lighting…read more They were great! Showed up as scheduled, communicated status and cleaned up. They worked with the city of Walnut Creek and we passed all permits. I would highly recommend them and use them in the future.

Almost 2 years ago Jon Boydston and his team created a stellar spa bathroom for me including a…read moresteam bath. They also remodeled a 2nd bathroom and various other upgrades. This review is not only about craftmanship, showing up every day and cleaning up at the end of the day. IT IS ABOUT ETHICS. During the job, he was always about the least costly and most direct means of solving a problem. He never suggested a resolution for his convenience or monetary gain over Doing the Right Thing. I called him recently because the wall outside the steam shower was saturated with water. He came to see it within a day or 2. His team took the wall apart looking for the source and after returning several times, resolved the problem. I never received an invoice. When I thanked him he said, "It's really more than just the money for us..,If you need us we're just a call away to see that you're taken care of."

Premier Kitchen and Bath truly stands out for their honesty, fair pricing, and a team of reliable,…read moreskilled professionals. From the very first meeting, Rick impressed me with his deep knowledge and ability to walk me through multiple solutions tailored to my vision. As someone embarking on my first contractor experience, I was being especially selective -- and Rick immediately put my mind at ease. Juan led our project, and his craftsmanship and attention to detail were simply outstanding. What started as a single project grew into something much larger: a fireplace remodel, two bathroom renovations, a kitchen backsplash replacement, a range hood installation, and several smaller tasks -- all of which turned out beautifully. Despite a few changes along the way, the project stayed perfectly on schedule. The team was flexible, professional, and maintained clear, consistent communication throughout the entire process. It's rare to find a contractor that delivers on every front, and Premier Kitchen and Bath did exactly that. I wholeheartedly recommend them for any remodeling project -- they've more than earned a 5-star rating and will absolutely be my first call for future work.

We were beyond thrilled with our kitchen remodeled by PKB!!!…read moreThese folks were communicative, knowledgeable, tidy, and thoughtful about trying to help us keep the price point reasonable! They're extremely experienced, easy to work with and really went above and beyond to help work with us and our insurance through our remodel (a water leak in the kitchen that led to an insurance claim, which inspired us to do a whole kitchen remodel). I absolutely recommend Joseph, Rick, Gio and all the folks at PKB!

Benchmark just completed a new kitchen for us in Emeryville…read more The kitchen has transformed our home, and the work was top quality. The whole process was smooth from start to finish, with frequent updates from Jason and Chris. When they found hidden problems or we requested changes, they were quickly on it. They added an exhaust vent the property lacked, brought the electrical up to code, and dealt with all the permits and inspections. Fantastic experience.

I wanted to update my review…read more Jason and Scott reached out to me a few weeks ago, and along with their employee Tony they did everything the right way. They came out and inspected the porch and saw how poorly it was originally constructed. They were able to fix everything the correct way and it now looks fantastic. As for the fans, it turns out they were originally hung with the wrong type of box, and they fixed that as well. The entire process was a much-needed breath of fresh air and the three of them could not have handled it better. This was the best way to deal with a bad experience as possible and my wife and I are thrilled.