Ritz Concrete and Construction

Hired Strassen Construction (owner John Neu) to repair shower leak and the resultant damage. Here's…read morehow it was handled: Paid $1700 (half of initial quote of $3600) for him to begin. Employees sent out on the first day spilled can of PVC compound on new flooring, destroying it. Asked for a rag, but never mentioned the accident. Found out after they left. Owner said he would not send same employees again and that he would pay to replace floor. Reviewed the house and, after some discussion about what all we wanted (including a couple items not discussed previously), a new quote was drawn up with a total price of $5200. Paid additional $900 to meet the 50% up-front requirement to bring our amount paid to $2600. Owner came with his two daughters to continue work. He was very unprofessional. Did not work full days. Came late. Left early. Took long lunches. Called off several times. Made numerous trips to hardware store(s) for equipment and/or materials not on-hand that would take a minimum of a half hour, sometimes multiple in one day. Had to remove walk-in shower floor, surround, and glass door. Once reinstalled the door no longer would stay closed due to frame not being level. Also, drain leaked. Exhaust fan wiring needed to be moved and sealed from moisture exposure. Fan still not fully reinstalled and we are unable to turn it on. Several instances where we were told it would be safe to take showers only to find it still leaked. We asked that the bedroom ceiling on the floor below the shower be left until the end to ensure further leaks wouldn't damage it until all work complete. Request was ignored. He instead sent an employee to do the drywalling. She only tarped the bed in the room, leaving the rest uncovered. (Including the adjacent rooms that were not sealed off.) We bought additional plastic sheeting to at least close the room off for the second day. Ceiling hole was expanded to remove water damage and new drywall was installed haphazardly. Large gaps between panels were taped and mudded over. Overall work was shoddy. When we spoke to owner about our issues he claimed that we were "micromanaging" him. I asked that he verify that he was licensed, insured, and bonded. He claims he is, but did not provide any specifics and stated that by asking he felt threatened. He told us that he felt his only recourse was to "part ways". He believes the $2600 we paid up front would cover what he had already done, including the floor that was never replaced. He stated that he felt he could prove that he had earned the $2600, and that we could take him to court if we disagreed. Currently, our situation is: Shower plumbing still leaks Shower drain also leaks Shower floor not level The exhaust fan has no switch with which to operate it The wet-wall is still uncovered Shower door no longer stays closed and leaks as well Shower head is protruding at odd angle Pipes (PEX now) are installed poorly, with improper lengths and no support Floor still stained by PVC compound Downstairs ceiling looks bad - uneven panels, not painted or textured Ceiling fan no longer installed After a month of his work, we are actually worse off than when he started and out a large amount of money. Would not recommend.

I wish there was a way to leave more than five stars because Strassen Construction is superb! I…read morehave never experienced a construction company as great as this one. They are attentive to your needs, and they establish a full meeting of the minds before starting the job, and that type of thoroughness and transparency is so very rare. They are polite and professional and from start to finish they performed the tasks just as agreed upon. As a single woman, I was concerned that my lack of home repair and carpentry knowledge would work against me, but John and the others from Strassen Construction explained everything to me in a way that I was able to understand and I was able to rest assured that I was in good hands, and it proved correct!

Custom Built Masonry

This Company is a full Masonry Restoration Contractor, they do it all chimney repair, tuckpointing,…read morebasement wall repair, masonry step repair, new masonry construction and they also run a snow plowing service during the winter months. There site is www.custom-built-masonry.com

Keith Remodel+Design

(2 reviews)

Gage installed a new bathroom vanity that was larger than the one that was removed. There were a…read morefew problems he came across and we talked them through to find the best solution. He is very good at problem solving. He was very reasonable with the charge. The finished product looks great. He cleaned up everything once he was done. I would recommend him.

I had gage put in an exhaust fan in my bathroom and add some lighting to my basement. He was quick…read moreand efficient did everything I asked for and at a very reasonable price. He even considered my wife when picking out the fan making sure it had a light to add light in the shower for shaving etc. He was very polite and communicative. My house is old and outdated in many areas so he had to work around unexpected "roadblocks" but did so flawlessly.I will definitely call him again If and when I need more work done on my house!

David Pesarchick Building & Remodeling

Built our garage. Did a great job. Highly recommended. David and his employees were always on time…read moreand respectful. Their work was above par. We want to say "Thanks" and will keep you in mind for our next project.

They do great work. They don't waste time with cheap materials for their remodels, always have been…read morerespectful, timely and executed what we wanted. It's hard to find a company that holds high standards for even the easiest of jobs. Highly recommend!

R Hammond Construction

4.8

(4 reviews)

Had a new porch put on. They were reliable and did really amazing work. They cleaned up everything…read moreat the end of each day and were prompt the next day. Cant complain at all!!

i had all new flooring installed plus 2 bathrooms remodeled & 2 skylights installed. Great crews,…read moregreat prices, & timely!! Cleaned up daily, too!! Highly recommend!!

8 is Enough Construction

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8 is Enough Construction is my only contractor I will use for my home repairs. They are always on…read moretime, professional and the quality of their work is second to none. From my deck to my doors they have never disappointed.

When we needed drywall repair following a burst pipe situation, our plumber recommended Jason and…read morehis crew at 8 Is Enough Construction. They were excellent. They applied extra insulation (both foam and fiberglass) to prevent any further pipe issues. Then they replaced the holes in the drywall and got everything looking smooth. They did a nice job painting as well. We were impressed with their punctuality and conscientiousness. The guys were friendly and professional. They were also quiet and went out of their way to be as unobtrusive as possible. They did a thorough cleanup at the end of each day. And the price was more than fair. We would use them again.

Kova Custom Carpentry

2.7

paid Kova to do a plumbing job (bathroom remodel). took my money and never completed the job. the…read moredemo work that they did (and was the only thing completed) do was done inappropriately and a new contractor had to re-do all the removal cuts which were jagged and unsafe and not straight. had to replace entire floor because of these cuts. Business stopped showing up and stopped responding. would not recommend

The contractor contacted me after a few days to apologize for taking so long to contact me. I…read moreoffered some dates and times to meet and I never heard back from him again. So I won't be using or recommending this Yelp sponsored service again. The vetting process for your contractors seems inadequate. Thanks for asking.

Fraley & Fox Construction

This is our second project. They removed the tub and replaced it with a marble shower. The work was…read moreoutstanding. Every detail was important and completed with care and precision. Every day when they left the bathroom was clean; no dust, nothing left behind, and they were very polite. The lead on this project, Jim Campbell, was detailed. meticulous and has a very high standard; more than a construction worker he is a technician and has a solid work ethic. He kept the project on track and well under control. I would highly recommend this company and this work crew to anyone who wants a top-quality company and a superb work team.

From the owner: Residential Remodeling firm serving Lorain County, Ohio and the surround areas. Specializing in…read moreQuality home Additions, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling. We also offer exterior and interior remodeling services, such as Windows, Doors, Siding, and Roofing.

Makeaway Dumpster Rental

(5 reviews)

I use the service in vermilion Ohio for a rental property. Easiest company to work with. Charles is…read moregreat!

Great doing business with Makeaway. The rental made our warehouse move out smooth and efficient…read more Thank you Charles!

Golden Pro Landscaping

These guys are really cool. They helped so much and explained everything. What they were doing and…read moremore importantly why they were doing it. I had any questions they all answered so fast they were no problems with anything these did great work and got it done fast. And these guys did what most people will not they actually cleaned up when they were done i might be giving them another call.(We'll see!)

From the owner: We are a proud family-owned business based in Elyria, Ohio. We specialize in delivering exceptional…read morelandscaping services that transform your outdoor spaces into beautiful havens. From lawn maintenance to garden design to trees, we’ve got you covered! Let us bring your landscaping dreams to life. Contact us today for a free estimate at (440) 494-5677 or (440) 396-0973, or you can email us at Goldenprolandscaping@gmail.com.

Window Universe Cleveland

4.9

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Today (Thursday 8-15-24) around 3pm they came to my home in Rocky River, Ohio. Window Universe went…read moreABOVE and BEYOND. They fixed both a door and a window. Window Universe will be my first choice for windows. It turns out that they did not install the window that was broke, but they fixed it anyway.

ll start off with this. No gimmicks. FOREVER WARRANTEE. (yea…read morereally) No "Time share" sales tactics. No telling me "My wife had to be there for the initial visit" (That is also a timeshare selling tactic) No Special "back to school pricing" gimmicks. No buy one get one free. No LYING and saying the competition makes inferior windows (Then when you see what Window universe does it is actually better than the other company) I got 18 quotes for work on my house 5 window quotes. so I am tired and cranky. I didnt call Window Universe intially. (my mistake) I had one company (Who I wont review) that was all the way up to getting a downpayment from me. They seemed good initially but I had to fire them when they didnt show up (it was a fourth offence) Too bad. Well I called Window Universe they came out fast. The quoting process was fast. The person (lance) who came out was very personable. Now I didnt realize this but their quote was 1500 less than the other guy I fired. Also Lance is a dialed in person. He called Provia on my door and he told me that the door I was getting was not compatible so we had to switch. The previous guy was going to give me that door with the side lights. (Was it going to even work??) yeah so there was that. The appointment took minutes. We also talked about basement glass block windows. Their prices. Right on the sheet AND they were really good about 1/2 what I expected to pay. So I am going to do that too before the winter. Anyhow when all was said and done Window Universe was less than the guy I almost used and Lance double checked he got the proper sized windows and sidelights. Great experience and I still have 3+ weeks before the windows show up. Ill come back and add some pictures after it is done. I know it is going to be great.

Nik Of Time Hauling And More

Nik was great to work with! Great communication, quick to respond, and worked quickly. He…read moreunderstood that his presence was upsetting our dog (who was in his kennel) and worked so that he only had to make one trip into the room, this was greatly appreciated. Would highly recommend Nik and would work with him again!

From the owner: . From junk removal to landscaping and even picking up items you’ve purchased online (Marketplace,…read moreOfferUp, etc.) and need someone with a truck I’ve got you covered. Rain or shine, we’ll be there in the Nik of Time! We look forward to working with you!

Good Price Junk Removal & Hauling

I can't say enough about this family owned business. Ali and his assistant were fantastic! They…read morewere prompt and polite in responding, both by phone and by text. They were also on time and they arrived with a smile! I must also say that value and pricing were absolutely competitive, and I would highly recommend this company in every way. I tried to set up removal of old household items and furniture for over a month. However two other junk removal companies either did not respond or they never showed up when they said they would. So if you're looking for a reliable, ethical and fair company, I would most definitely recommend Good Price Junk Removal, and I would certainly call them again for the removal of any future items!

From the owner: At Good Price Junk Removal, we're more than just a junk removal service—we're your neighbors. As a…read morefamily-owned business rooted in the local community, we take pride in offering personalized, friendly, and reliable service. Our commitment to competitive pricing means you'll get the best deal without compromising on quality. We understand the unique needs of our area and are dedicated to making our community cleaner and greener. Choose Good Price Junk Removal for a hassle-free experience, and let us help you reclaim your space today! * Serves the Greater Cleveland Area and its outskirts! * Can schedule a job as soon as same day, and book jobs as far out as a month! * Professional Company that takes the job as serious as our own! * Giant Dump Truck that is insured and can fit up to 4-5 pickup truck loads! * Happy to Call or Text our customers with help regarding their Junk Removal Needs!

MDG Maintenance

(4 reviews)

I couldn't have been more pleased with my experience with MDG Maintenance. From my initial meeting…read morewith Matt, to the outstanding work done by our service technician, Mike. MDG is certainly a well run business that puts quality professionalism, and precision into their work. They want to please their customers, and I can certainly attest to their admirable business and work. I can't thank them enough for the beautiful work they did repairing our fireplace wall. 10/10 would recommend them for any home improvement project. I'll be saving all of your business cards!

I had MDG Maintenance come to my house in Avon to install a new exhaust fan in my bathroom that was…read morevery drafty when it's cold. I could literally stand under the fan and feel the cold outside air blowing down on me in my bathroom. Mark and Logan came out and installed a new exhaust fan and insulated around it that stop the draft of the cold air. They worked quickly but did an outstanding job and were very polite and professional. Great guys and I would highly recommend them.

Pajer Pro Painting

Pajer Pro Painting painted my 12'x12' shed this week. The painters, Randy and Ryan, did a terrific…read morejob. They are highly skilled and efficient, very neat and attentive to detail, in addition to being gentlemen and responsive to my questions. I especially appreciated the care they took - on a very windy day - to protect my house, etc., and my next door neighbor's fence from paint speckling. And the price was right! I highly recommend their services. My thanks to Vic Pajer and his team of skilled painters. Mary Crehore Amherst, OH

Courteus and on time. Did a good job removing glued on non-slip pieces of carpet and resurfacing…read morewood stairs. Even touched up paint where it was scratched by our dog. Will definitely contact them again! Dr.Robert T. Bair Vermilion, Ohio

Ohio Junk Force

4.8

(15 reviews)

These gentlemen came and moved both my washer & dryer out within 15-17mins no damage! They are true…read moreprofessionals & I'll definitely be recommending them to everyone. Everything went perfectly, i cannot thank them enough !! I wish I could leave a thousand stars! Ejiruieowjsneburieksnshtuirlwnabhfiekwm thieves the ehrbeueb

I had been putting off getting a few large items out of my house because it just seemed like it…read morewould be a hassle. But yesterday I finally reached out to Ohio Junk Force & had a reasonable estimate & an appointment time set for the next day! They let me know when they were on the way, & when they were here, they were extremely polite, professional & friendly. They took care of the items, (including one heavy, awkward item out of my basement) quickly & efficiently. Such a relief to have everything gone! And to know they will try to keep the items out of landfills if they can be donated or used by someone. Love that! Definitely will be my go-to for removing stuff that needs to go!

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Mark M.

150

10 years ago

Ron Ritz of Ritz Construction took my payment of $2000 to be applied to a $4000 stamped concrete patio. Seven weeks ago, he and two other workers tore out my existing brick patio over a three hour period and left the job unfinished. He refuses to complete the work. Since then, I discovered he has an F rating with the Cleveland Better Business Bureau and has two other complaints against him for similar actions. You can read the complaints here: http://www.bbb.org/cleveland/business-reviews/concrete-contractors/ritz-concrete-and-construction-in-lorain-oh-92014918 read more

Mark M.

4 years ago

Ron Ritz of Ritz Construction took my payment of $2000 to be applied to a $4000 stamped concrete patio in 2016. Within a week, he and two other guys tore ripped out my existing brick patio over a few hour period and left the job unfinished. He refused to complete the work. Since then, I discovered he has an F rating with the Cleveland Better Business Bureau and other complaints against him for similar actions. You can read the complaints here: https://www.bbb.org/us/oh/lorain/profile/concrete-contractors/ritz-concrete-and-construction-0312-92014918 read more

R S.

3 years ago

Adam Schatschneider is a serial scammer taking half the money up front and disappearing, under names like Ritz Concrete and AJ's Construction / AJS Construction. He now operates Pro Concrete of Avon under the same phone number as AJ's Construction, (216) 471-1210, with a business address in Sheffield Lake. proconcreteofavon.com. Be warned!! read more

Adam C.

9 years ago

Ron Ritz is a scammer. Asks for half down on concrete/masonry jobs then never shows. He lives in Amherst and sometimes works with a guy named Chuck who sells deals for Ron. DO NOT HIRE him at all costs and he scum and will take your money. His phone number is 440-452-0773 read more

Ron R.

24 days ago

These are false.My old partner Adam was selling work in my name after I found out he was a drug addict.

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CLE Door should be called CLE Door and More. I have known the gentlemen at CLE Door for years. I…read morefound out they just branched out and are doing gutters as well. I received a very aggressively priced quote and about a week later I had new gutters. Perfectly timed for this October and November Rain. I am relieved because water would seep in during bad rain storms and luckily it has been a drought. The prior owner of my house definitely did not look into having gutters done when he rehabbed the rest of the house. Must have run over budget. It was raining when I left for work this morning and I am thankful my foundation won't be getting more screwed up than it already is. Will probably reach out and get a new door soon since prior owner decided to pull his car too far into driveway and dented the garage door. Highly recommend CLE Door for home improvements.

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