We have had experiences with several contractors in the DC area while we have worked on renovations…read moreto our home in NE DC. Our experience with Sid and his team surpassed all of those with their professionalism, timeliness and communication. We would definitely recommend his team to anyone looking for dependable work in the area.

Love the flooring they installed in my condo! Great service and care, extremely efficient too! Will…read moreuse them again for sure. Siddhi was very patient with me in picking out my floors and scheduling the work. Thank you Jennifer

Our home was an almost complete gut job in the Columbia Heights neighborhood, with a full range of…read morechallenges both inside and outside of the property, and I have to say that JEMCO made the process easy on us. Upon scheduling our first meeting with the owner John O'Sick he was able to give us a rough estimate of how much all of the work would be. He worked with our budget and was very honest about prioritizing the projects and we appreciated that. Speaking of budget, we also appreciated that John would always have a full range of options available for us to decide upon, not only in product selection but also with unanticipated repairs needed (our home is over 100 years old). John was in constant contact with all of the utility companies, as well as DCRA, ensuring that we had all of the permits and any other paperwork required. It was very reassuring to know that a contractor takes the time and initiative and really wants the best for you and your project. John is extremely easy to be in communication with, his staff is honest, hardworking and skilled - all things that I think are important to anyone taking on a project, big or small. Walking into our home on Day 1 versus now, you wouldn't believe it was the same property. The transformation was not only beautiful but also functional.

These guys did a full kitchen and bathroom remodel on my home. It was stunning and within our…read morebudget. Everyone was professional and easy to deal with. I would use them again in a second.

Outstanding General Contractor: Derrick has completed multiple projects at our home in Upper…read moreMarlboro, MD and is planning to do at least two more. Prices are reasonable and I now, no longer search for a contractor when I need a project down. He's timely, and relentless in getting his projects done to the satisfaction, of his customers. Highly recommended.

So this is a one off review for a consult and not work done. I was hoping to hire Hunter…read moreContracting but their schedule was full and I hired someone else. I reached a point with the new contractor where I was ready to stop work with a vote of no confidence because my contractor did not follow the tub installation instructions, which could be a huge deal that leads to costly repairs in the future. I reached back out to Bob to see if he had the bandwidth to take on the re-do work that I had convinced myself was required. Bob was able to zoom me *that day* to address my concerns and let me know that while the existing work isn't super awesome, it also isn't terrible and doesn't necessarily need to be re-done. This call was of no financial benefit to Hunter Contracting but IMO speaks VOLUMES to their integrity. I would hire them in a second to do work on my home.

We've done two pretty sizable projects with FGS - our entire first floor, including kitchen and a…read morefull bath, and an outdoor backyard oasis. Both projects were a painless process, mostly stress free due to FGS's open and clear communication. FGS will always be our go-to contractor - they're not the cheapest, but the quality of their work cannot be beat, and again, their ability to communicate any problems in a clear way puts them a mile above any other contractor we've worked with. They anticipate all the questions you'll have and keep you informed every step of the way. Highly highly recommend them to everyone!

FGS Construction renovated a small bathroom in our 1947 home. Despite its size, it was a major…read moreproject due to the home's age and the inevitable surprises that come with it. Having had less-than-great experiences with contractors in the past, we were especially appreciative that FGS proved to be a true exception. Every aspect of the job was handled professionally and with careful attention to detail. Fredy, our initial contact, listened thoughtfully to our needs, developed a clear plan of action, and guided us through decisions as unexpected issues arose. Tammy, in the office, served as our main point of contact and patiently answered our many questions before, during, and after the project. She truly "held our hand" throughout the process in a friendly, reassuring way. A special shout-out goes to Luis, who did the actual work. There seemed to be nothing he couldn't do, and everything he touched--from plumbing and tile to drywall repair and electrical--was completed with exceptional craftsmanship. He also offered practical, experience-based suggestions along the way. We genuinely enjoyed working with him each day and were consistently impressed by his perfectionism, skill, knowledge, and commitment to getting things right. We highly recommend FGS Construction for anyone considering their next project.

This review is overdue, but Greg and his guys did an AMAZING job on our new home. We are first-time…read morehome buyers and bought our house on the condition that we'd be able to remove a wall that blocked off the kitchen from another wide open floor plan, and install lights. After our previous contractor left us without communication and without starting the job, we were referred to Greg, who immediately jumped in to get the job done before our move-in date: from start to finish, they were able to take down the wall, add lighting, and paint the room in one week! They offered super helpful advice and solutions to problems we didn't anticipate, like adding tasteful cedar planks to cover unfinished walls left by the previous owners. Not only were they quick and professional, but Greg patiently emailed back and forth with me while at work (since I couldn't have my phone on me) to go over my ideas and keep me updating on what was going on. We are so thankful to have been able to work with NOVA Contractors!!

Had Greg come to our house for an initial consult. He was knowledgeable and personable; we…read moreappreciated his recommendations and he shared a similar vision of what we wanted. Subsequently, we decided to move forward with his recommendation for an engineer to ensure the wall we wanted to open wasn't a load bearing wall. The engineer came and at the end of his assessment told us his visit and write up would be $900. We were a bit caught off guard but was willing to pay because we wanted to move forward with the project. And then, crickets. No word from Greg or the engineer. After a few ignored emails he finally responded to my husband; he thought it was a different client who he had recently met. When my husband reminded Greg that he already knew him and had come to our house, again, nothing. The last attempt to reach out to Greg was very disheartening. We were honest, saying we had reached out to other contractors, but that we like him and wanted a quote. He told us to move forward with them as he is pretty busy. Period. The end. What a waist of time!!! Unless your the more profitable project, move on!

If you're looking for a do it all handyman (e.g., flooring, plumbing, bathrooms, remodels, decks),…read morethese are your guys. Gil is flexible, friendly, and able to answer any (and all) questions inexperience renovators may have along the way. No project is too big, or too small. Unfortunately, I don't have the best before/after pictures of our recent flooring project, but as you can see Monnot Construction clearly changed the entire look and feel of our ground floor. By removing the old linoleum, feathering in new hardwood, and sanding/refinishing the flooring on the entire first floor, Monnot added tremendous value to our home. Dont hesitate on your next house project, call Monnot and they will get the job done!

We recently used Monnot Construction to build out a retail space, including framing ,drywall and…read morefinishing. The work was done efficiently, and the space was ready for our grand opening without any delays highly recommend this company!!!!

R&R Decorating is one of my go-to businesses since owning my home. Raphael responds quickly and is…read moresuper reliable. The other week, I had a pipe burst in the evening. I contacted him around 8 PM, and he came over to my home that evening to take a look at things. He then called one of his workers and had the pipe fixed. They left around 11 PM and were back the next morning to take care of the drywall. I will continue to use R&R Decorating for my home repairs and highly recommend that you do, too.

Hired RRD for a second time. Both times, they were quick to quote, carry out the work, and clean…read moreup. We've been very happy with the quality, price, and especially speed in drywalling and painting.

I recently completed a full renovation of my row house with Fairmont Developers, and I couldn't be…read morehappier with the results. "Quality, schedule, and price: pick two," is the classic saying. Instead our project was completed ahead of schedule, just under budget, and the quality of the work was excellent. And that includes an expanded project scope that came up when we discovered large issues with a neighboring property. Fairmont was incredibly flexible and easy to work with. They were always willing to listen to our ideas and make changes as needed. They were also very responsive to my questions and concerns. Fairmont's foreman or a partner subcontractor was on-site on average more than five days a week for the entire many-month project. This allowed them to keep a close eye on the work and make sure that everything was done to the highest standards, and if not the first time, they made sure it was redone. Unlike several neighboring projects, we had no stop work orders, no neighbor complaints (complements actually), and all our inspections were successful. I would highly recommend Fairmont to anyone looking for a home builder or doing a major urban renovation. They are professional, reliable, and they do great work.

It is just about a year since Fairmont completed my whole house renovation. This home, with the…read moreexception of new appliance now and then, was in original 1911 condition when I called Fairmont. This could make a project easier - assume everything has to go. However, I am an old house lover (now a three-time renovator) and keeping or reinventing old house detail was important. Carlos manages construction, the tradesmen, the sub-contractors, and the overall quality of the workmanship on the job. He is an experienced builder, taking pride in bringing ideas to life but careful to offer full disclosure on the pros, cons and risks of each option. Jose manages the business side of the project - budgeting and billing, tracking and documenting changes, purchase of materials, recommending vendors for kitchen design, tiles, stone, flooring etc. Most important was his management of communications between Fairmont and me, the homeowner. Jose took time to ask questions and listen carefully to answers. I know and appreciate how rare it is to have good communication. I also have lived the consequences of mediocre communication. Mistakes are costly. Jose follows a protocol of asking, clarifying, and following up with an email restating our discussion and inviting me to comment, add, or correct. The answers don't matter as much as the asking and listening. This worked so well there were no horror stories. To summarize: Strong management of the permitting process, of sub-contractors, deliveries, security of the property and use of appropriate safety measures. I think its important to say also that the project was managed ethically, honestly and respectfully. Everyone on the job was pleasant and upbeat. Weekly walk-thru meetings insuring the work was proceeding according to agreement. Efficient cascade of information, decisions and/or changes, from homeowner and Fairmont to the tradesmen and subcontractors. A solid team of workers - excellent workmanship, site management and daily clean-up. Also, no profanity or loudness, no littering, no complaints from neighbors, and very happily, no accidents. Lastly, Fairmont checks in with you periodically during the year following move-in. Together we created a list of little adjustments and changes that you can't anticipate until you move in. All done! The house is lovely - beautiful carpentry, millwork and all the details that make it livable for me. I feel very fortunate to have done this work with Fairmont and I would recommend them without reservation!