We are obsessed with our kitchen remodel. Thanks to our project manager, Itay from Rhino Builders for being so organized and attentive. He was there throughout the whole project and even finished it ahead of schedule. I can't say enough great things about everyone who worked onsite. They have an amazing crew. Thank you so much. read more

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Rhino Builders remodeled two bathrooms in our home, but the process was far from smooth and we don't recommend them. While the final result was decent, getting there involved a series of careless mistakes, lack of attention to detail, and poor communication. The project manager and foreman consistently over-promised and under-delivered, missing promised dates without informing us and often being unresponsive. The foreman was competent when present, but he was frequently pulled away to other jobs, leading to a lack of supervision and quality control. This caused us to spend a lot of time supervising the crew ourselves to ensure they didn't make careless mistakes, which felt like the opposite of the "trust" they claim to build. Some of the mistakes were basic but significant. They hooked up our new toilet to hot water, installed door trim out-of-level so that we are now unable to install doors, and did sloppy tile work that we had to ask them to begrudgingly redo. When issues arose, they often tried to fix things hastily, for example trying to fix the hot-water-toilet screw up by installing a flexible sink hose behind drywall instead of proper piping. Even the installation of a pocket door frame had to be redone from scratch after drywall had gone up, because the crew hadn't followed manufacturer instructions and left half the screws sitting on the floor. Throughout the project, we found ourselves having to step in and correct things or remind them to finish tasks they promised, which was both frustrating and time-consuming. By the end, we did not trust them at all to do things properly. Despite the challenges, there were a few positives. The interior designer they included with the project was fantastic, and they stuck to the original budget without adding surprise costs, except for one reasonable change order. Overall they are genuinely nice people in general and were not trying to rip us off. They did try to fix the problems we identified. However, these few good points didn't make up for the overall lack of quality control and communication, which is why we cannot recommend Rhino Builders. read more

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Ben T. we must be brothers. We've had almost the exact same experience with Rhino Builders. We also had them remodel two bathrooms in our home, install attic stairs and fix a railing. The process was not smooth and we do not recommend them. Everything you said was exactly what we experienced, including lack of attention to detail, poor communication, the foreman who was competent when present but frequently pulled away to other jobs, leading to a lack of supervision and quality control. Our mistake list includes, installing the wrong toilet in the wrong bathroom (quickly fixed), improperly notching a structural member of our roof to install attic stairs, sloppy paint and tile work that we had to ask them to redo, not using silicone caulk around the tub and shower pan, not properly sloping the shower pan (CPC section 408.7 it is supposed to slope at 1/4 inch per foot) causing us to get pooling while showering, not installing the shower arm and valves perpendicular to the wall. Overall they are genuinely nice people and were not trying to rip us off. They did fix the problems we identified, including at my request getting a structural engineer to properly fix the roof truss. The problems we're left with (the insufficiently sloped shower pan and the askew plumbing) would take major effort to fix and we will have to live with which esp. for the price we paid is why we cannot recommend Rhino Builders. read more

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We renovated 3 bathrooms with Rhino Builders and couldn't be happier! The team was professional, efficient, and got everything done in just 3 weeks. Special thanks to Itay for making the whole process smooth and stress-free. The job is beautiful and we finally got a fancy mirror! Highly Recommended !!! read more

We wanted a backyard remodel so we could have some additional space for our 18 month old to play. We accidentally sent out a bunch of requests via Yelp and ended up with several quotes. Elon at rhino stood out to us right away. He spent two hours with us even before getting paid to look at our backyard, understand what we wanted, show us pictures of what he could do and what he's done in the past, and envision what would look nice in our space. We really value integrity so we wanted to hire someone who would do the job right without shortcuts. Elon and his team got started on our job as soon as we signed the contract and they worked FAST. They clearly communicated with us when they would be coming in and the team was kind and friendly with us. The end result was exactly what we were expecting and we were thankful for their professionalism and integrity throughout the process. We are so happy with our outdoor tile/turf/landscaping they got done in our 30x30 backyard. It's so welcoming and beautiful and we've already received many compliments. I'd highly recommend Elon as a project manager! read more

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We love our new kitchen. The team did an amazing job tearing down our old one and making our dream come true. They listened to our ideas, communicated well, and paid attention to every detail. The quality of work is excellent, and everything turned out stunning from the cabinets to the countertops. Rhino builders and Itay and his team are very communicative and knowledgeable. I had a pleasure working with them. Now the only problem is... we have no excuse to order takeout anymore. read more

As a hers rater I get to see lots of construction sites, while at it as well as when it's all said and done. Always happy to come and inspect the work of this builder. Great work ethic, very professional and transparent with his clients. High quality, even while the house was under construction he takes on all the protective measures. A sight for sore eyes :) read more

Rhino Builders - Kitchen remodel - General Contractors Near Me - Lafayette, California

If you want to be stood up 3 times one day, then try to book a meeting with Rhino. Very disorganized, they had 2 different people trying to book the times without knowing what the other was doing. Even still, they contacted me a few minutes before scheduled time and said they would not be there. This happened 2 more times, at which point it is clear you don't want to hire anyone who cannot even keep their own appointments. read more

We just hired Rhino Builders for our home renovation. We had our Kitchen completely redone with new countertops and island. Also had all our floors done and backyard deck replaced. We loved working with Itay, he was very responsive and informative from start to finish. We're very happy with the result and would definitely recommend them if you are looking for a local contractor. read more

After we failed to communicate last time, I had the opportunity to work with thia great company. Unfortunately I had an emergency at home and needed urgent fix. I contact Shay and he did a great job!! I'm so glad I gave it another chance. read more

Just finished a room addition with Rhino Builders. All the process went very smoothly from start to finish. Shay came to our house and gave us a detailed estimate to do everything including plans, permits and design. We had a good connection with him and liked the company. All the workers were very nice and on time, they did a great job and completed the job earlier than we expected. Will definitely recommend Shay and his team for these type of jobs, he knows what he's doing. read more

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We hired Rhino Builders a few weeks ago for our kitchen remodel and we absolutely love the results of our brand new kitchen!! It is functional, sturdy, well laid out and beautiful. We look forward to using our fabulous kitchen for many years to come. We would like to thank Shay, Itay and their team for making this process easy, timely and seamless. We highly recommend these guys. You will not be disappointed! read more

Rhino was a Great company to work with. We have recently decided to remodel our kitchen, we've looked for a general contractor that can give us a fair price with quality work, after meeting with a few contractors we have decided to hire Shay and his team. They had some great references and great portfolio. The team that worked in my house were very capable and dedicated hard working people that at the end gave me a great finished product. Go with them u won't be disappointed! read more

Rhino Builders I want to send you a very special thank you for the work you did on our kitchen and garden. Rhino Builders clearly went "above and beyond". Shay and his team are gracious to work with and definitely brought his expertise and understanding to our project and our confusion. Shay definitely brought something else that is often lacking today - and that is enthusiasm. It is clear that, in addition to his expertise, he likes what he does and that's what made us go with Rhino in the first place. Thanks again. I recommend working with them. read more

I was referred to Rhino Builders through my realtor. I received a few estimates to do a complete remodel to the house we just purchased and I decided to go with Shay and his team which gave me a very fair and professional quote. Their company designer helped us choose the material for the new flooring, kitchen and bathroom. They also provided me 3D rendering for each room and went into all the small details, for example where each light is going to be located. After we finalized the design they started the remodeling part which went very smooth and on time. Shay was responsive and took care of every aspect in the remodel. I felt there was a great understanding between us and all the team and they are very professional in what they do, that was the reason it all went so smooth. I Highly recommend Rhino and I will definitely use them again in the future! read more

My family and I ended up hiring Rhino Builders to do our bathroom and Kitchen remodel after we met with a few other contractors. We are very happy with Rhino Builders, each person in their team is just so friendly and great to work with. Shay was very good with communication and great when it comes to getting questions answered professionally. I've recommended them to a few people and I would definitely keep recommending them. We just finished the work and everything turned out wonderful! My parents are so happy with the results, it turned out exactly how we imagined. Everyone who came to visit lately was saying how beautiful and professional the remodel looks! I'm sure they would give a great service and product to their future customers. Thank u Shay and all the team at Rhino! read more

I was referred to Rhino Builders by a friend who just finished a master bedroom addition. I needed to have an extension done to my house to make my kitchen and living room larger and also completely remodeled. I am glad I found these guys! From the first appointment they were very knowledgeable, their engineer and planning team were great and all the workers were very prompt and were so accommodating to my schedule. They kept my house clean throughout the process and the job was finished in the time frame discussed. Very happy with my new addition and renovation and would definitely recommend working with Rhino. Good luck. read more

Very professional and trustworthy company! I went with Rhino Builders to update my kitchen and 2 bathrooms. Shay, the owner and his team were awesome from first meeting to the end of the project. Shay was very knowledgeable, gave us ideas that we never would have thought of. He was always available to us for any kind of help or concerns we had along the way and that was very important to me when we chose a contractor. They kept the house clean and worked nicely and pleasantly. I am happy with the results and will probably take them again for our future garden remodel. read more

We called Rhino builders when our kitchen was damaged from a huge water explosion. It was a tragic event for us and our kitchen was damaged really badly. We had to replace all cabinets, countertops and flooring. Shay came out and was friendly and professional. they gave us a really honest quote. they worked with our insurance company so that we didn't have to do any paperwork we're really happy. they cleaned up all the damage and gave us a new kitchen. read more

Shay and his team gave us extremely high quality work at a great value. They were very thorough, professional, comprehensive in their service. I had a second-story loft converted into a home office. I was surprised to see that everything looks as if my home was built this way. Electrical, Scaffolding work, drywall, painting. Every aspect was taken care of and more. I was very stressed to go into construction work which can be very messy and frustrating but the team thoughtfully cleaned up each day. I could not be happier and more impressed with Rhino Builders. read more

Rhino builders have been, by far, the best experience I have ever had with home remodeling. Their team communicates constantly and clearly. They return every call or email almost instantly, whether the news is good or bad. We never once felt like we were put behind another job or not gotten back to right away. When we ran into issues due to architectural design or county permits, they picked up the ball and ran with it so it could go as smoothly as possible... Shay goes above and beyond when it comes to getting the job done. They understand urgency and customer service. I will definitely be using this company again on our next project and recommend them to friends and family. read more

I own a three-story apartment complex in San Francisco that was mandated to get soft-story retrofit. I called Rhino Retrofitting, and my experience with the company is 10/10. From the first call to schedule the inspection to the completion of the job, the entire staff treated me with respect and care. Rhino Retrofitting is a fantastic company. They are responsive, knowledgeable, and honest. Sean was easy to deal with, and he handled everything. The engineer, Antonio, gave me a full assessment. He seemed very informed on what needed to be done, and he came across as genuine. The price was fair, and the workers professional-what more can you ask for in a construction company. Look no further for your soft story retrofitting needs! read more

We hired Shay with Rhino Builders to do some home improvement to our house. We added a small deck to our backyard and also remodeled our 2 bathrooms one of which is our Master Bath. We did it all from tile work, replacing a shower with tub, cabinets, flooring... His bid was very fair, his work ethic was super and the quality of work was excellent. He cares for customer service, with each change or concern he was very attentive and responsive which was great and easy to work with. I definitely recommend working with him and his company and will probably use them again for our future kitchen remodel. read more

We just finished a large-scale remodel project with Shay and the team and I'm thrilled with both the process and the outcome. We had flooring and a bathroom remodel in the works for some time but since we have young kids, we kept putting it off, until we were referred to Rhino Builders. Shay was professional, organized, and true to his word regarding our timeline. We were able to finish the project and move the kids back in with little to no hassle. Highly recommend the team. read more

We had Shay, Xavier and their team at Rhino do several projects for us in the past few months: a full kitchen remodel and a backyard new redwood deck. Both turned out beautiful! All the workers were very knowledgeable and professional, one time and cleaned after them daily. Both me and my wife were worried having construction in our house with the kids and work. But they really were very considerate and on time. Very happy! read more

My husband and I own a small apartment unit which was built in 1957. It needed some reinforcement with foundation and framing, most especially that we live near a fault line. I was googling a company that could help us with our project and thankfully I bumped into Rhino Builders. They are a Godsend. They handled my project with care by constantly communicating and setting the right expectations for me and my husband. The office staff were very professional all the way to the guys who did the work. I would recommend these guys in a heartbeat! read more