This review is in due to Ivan not following through with his commitment to fix issues we identified…read moreduring final walkthrough (or shortly thereafter) and repeated excuses / non-response when contacting him. I resisted writing this for several months in the hope that he would complete what was promised, but it's clear that he won't despite paying everything on time. If he's courageous enough to respond to this unlike he is with responding to my calls / texts, I will update or provide emails / texts to refute any claims from him. I had Ivan remodel my house starting in 2020. The overall remodel took about 6 months and was smooth for the most part given it was taking place during the height of the pandemic. There were some quality issues with final fit and finish that he agreed to fix after we moved in (we have texts to prove). While most of the issues were fixed, we did have some that have persisted. Two issues that we've asked about repeatedly since moving into our house in July 2021 were 1) two holes drilled incorrectly by his team into tile for towel hooks and 2) missing grout in the master bath. This review is written as of May 7, 2022. Waiting 10 months to resolve two issues is beyond ridiculous. For the hooks, his painting team moved tape markers from the door into the shower area so they could paint the door. The finishing team put the hooks up thinking we wanted them there. It's not his finishing team's fault, but still the result of the workers he used and should be fixed. I asked him to remove the tiles that were drilled through and replace. He agreed his team would be able to. Simple enough right? We also noticed the grout has 3-5 spot missing grout completely on the lower part of the master shower. We didn't notice this but made him aware as soon as we did. His initial response (in October when he was still responding) was that he would have his tiler come and fix since they're somewhat close in Cupertino. Then in November, I called to get an update and was told that his tiler's dad passed away. When I called him in March, he said the tiler's dad passed away somehow again. While I understand that people grieve at different rates, it means he hasn't had a team to do tile work for 5 months? I find that hard to believe. In any case, I told him that I'd like to at least have him respond to my texts or calls. He agreed he would be responsive. Fast forward 2 months now to May 2022, I've been texting him and calling him. It clearly says in each text that I send him that the message has been read (thank you, iOS). While you may say that it's just small stuff and to pay someone else to do it, I would say that I already paid someone to do it and they didn't do it right, they agreed to fix it, but they didn't. Why would I pay someone else? Especially since the agreement was that he would fix any issues that we discovered after moving in. Lastly, he also mentioned after we moved in that he would come back in 6 months to re-seal the baseboards because of settling. I'll let you all guess if that work has been done.

We've used Ivan for multiple homes in the Bay Area from hardwood floor installation, bathroom…read moreremodels, roof deck tiling above living areas and kitchen remodels. They do it right and beautifully!

Fred is so honest that he discovered from looking at my old blue prints that we have a 10' easement…read more, so we cannot build at all. The Other builders did not notice . He saved us tons if money that we would have spent on having plans drawn up. Most of the builders i contacted wanted drawings of the plan before they would even look at my property or talk to us . We decided to do some internal remodeling changes instead . Fred apologized and said he does not do small bits and pieces . I appreciated his forth coming honesty . I highly recommend Brecht Contractors from Pleasanton,ca. It is unfortunate that i will not be able to work with them.

Brecht Construction did an awesome job with a commercial renovation. They were very communicative…read moreand transparent with all work that needed to be done, even going above and beyond to make sure everything was delivered as promised. It was nice to finally get peace of mind in working with professionals that easily worked with my finance company and bank. They came highly recommended by my local chamber and I would highly recommend Fred and his team for any home or commercial projects.

After having Mike do our unique staircase, we decided to have him do a new gate for us (which we've…read moreneeded since forever.) As the pics show, he did a fantastic job. This gate could withstand a battering ram straight out of Mordor. He added nice copper topping to seal out the water, and it gives it a great finish.

I spoke to this guy for about 30 minutes about finding and repairing failures on stucco homes and…read morewas extremely impressed with his commitment to quality and proper research and repair work. He is located in Oakland, CA. He is definitely a five star guy in the general construction field. Kirk Giordano

Shaddle Construction was booked up and declined to bid, but I was impressed that they responded…read morequickly to my request. It was a small gesture, but a little bit of politeness goes along way when so many contractors just ghost on you. Thanks John!

I wish I could give 10 stars for Shaddle Construction's work on our master bathroom addition…read more Working with Shaddle Construction was like night and day in comparison to the original contractor we hired who did a horrible job. Shaddle's level of workmanship, attention to our needs, and old-fashioned customer first attitude was clear from the start. The honesty and professionalism of John Shaddle, his subcontractors and his crew were evident in every interaction we had with them. It took us almost a year to find Shaddle Construction after the debacle of the prior contractor, but it was worth the wait. John and his subcontractors figured out how to correct the innumerable errors in workmanship in the bathroom interior and the exterior stucco. The shower needed to be completely demolished and redone. Subcontractor Chris Field meticulously made sure the floor slope was correct, the walls were plumb and painstakingly measured and rechecked his measurements before cutting each tile. Chris used a laser beam and a level to check each tile he installed to make sure the tiles were even. He was patient, professional, exacting and a joy to work with. The resulting installation is absolutely beautiful. Subcontractor Armando, of Armando Plastering, fixed the exterior stucco. He is an artist who managed to match exactly the style of the original 80-year-old stucco. The crew made sure that our house was protected from any dust and debris, cleaned up daily and were respectful of our house and us. We love our new bathroom and are so grateful to Shaddle Construction for making our dream finally come to reality. Our faith in people and contractors was restored. Thank you, John!

Mike treats your project like he is working on his own home…read more Mike is an honest, hard working, talented guy. We have had him do all our concrete and brick projects over the last decade. In 1999, we had Mike work on our fireplace and add a concrete/brick patio. He did a great job and best of all, his work still looks great after 13 years! In 2012, we decided to add to the concrete patio and took a number of bids. We also gave Mike a call to come out and see what he could do. Mike's bid was the most competitive and he does the best work. Our patio job in 2012 included a few surprises-an unexpected gas line and we also found a septic tank we did not even know we had. Mike was able to help us thru these unexpected challenges-researched some solutions and presented us with our choices without increasing his bid.

In 2009, we had an entire kitchen remodel done. I obtained several bids on having 18" "brushed…read moremarble" stone tiles installed. When Mike bid my job, he pointed out that my floors would need to be re-enforced. He demonstrated how there was too much flex in my sub-floor and the tiles would crack if the floor was not re-enforced. My previous 8" tiles had cracked but I assumed it was from age. None of the other contractors had noticed the give or flex in the floor. Once hired, Mike pulled my sub floor up and we found they were built on 3 foot center supports. He re-enforced the floor and installed the stone tiles. The kitchen is now 3 years old and there have been no problems with the floor whatsoever. Had I used another tile installer, there is no doubt in my mind that I would have had disastrous results with cracking tiles. I saved a lot of headache, wasted material and money by using Emerson Masonry. Mike also gave us some wonderful ideas which we incorporated into the design of the kitchen. In 2011, my brick front entry steps began to collapse. They were installed when the house was built in 1977. I again hired Emerson Masonry to remove and re-install my front brick entry steps. Once again Mike gave me valuable input in improving both the layout of the steps and my downspout drain system. Upon removing the steps we found the bricks had been installed on top of dirt, resulting in the collapse. Mike poured a re-enforced concrete base for the brick steps. I highly recommend Emerson Masonry. He cleans the job site each day before leaving and finishes within reasonable time estimates. More importantly, his finished work is exceptional.................

Early this year, we purchased a short-sale house and was looking for a general contractor to…read morecompletely renovate the house end to end so I could rent it out. We had interviewed several contractors and wanted to give up until we met Ben - I knew within a few minutes he was the right guy for the job. Ben and his team are professionals. The contract is one of the more detailed that I have seen, permits are taken care of for you, no hassles with the city inspections, crew showed up when they said they would be, work and material is above standard. Ben is also very good at design and paint colors. He offered a number of suggestions to make the house more modern and higher-end. I must admit, we got lucky when we met Ben as the final product is a wow. I would highly recommend Ben for your project needs!

We had an undetected water leak in a difficult to access area. By the time we became aware of it,…read morethe resulting dry rot had compromised a 14' structural beam, several floor joists and other wood elements. While not a huge job, it was challenging. I contacted Benjamin Construction and was impressed by their response in several ways. 1. Benjamin responded to my initial inquiry quickly. 2. Within a few days, Benjamin came by the house to look over the problem. The communication was good and he was quick to respond to questions. A contract soon followed. 3. The work commenced within a couple of weeks. It would have been sooner, but the unusually wet May and as the work was being approached from the exterior, we lost a week. (Work included the removal of part of a deck.) 4. Once started, the work progressed continuously and with good workmanship. When the inevitable unexpected arose, Benjamin identified alternatives so that we could manage the work scope. Benjamin also had to drive some distance to find a match for our 30+ year old siding. To complete the job by the target date, the carpenter worked extra hours and cleaned up the site well before leaving. Benjamin Construction met all my expectations on this project, good communications, good craftsmanship, overcoming unexpected obstacles, and going the extra mile to meet the schedule target. I especially appreciated the focused effort, even though it was not a huge project.

I can't say enough good things about PJ and his construction company. From start to finish, the…read moreentire experience was outstanding. PJ is not only incredibly skilled and knowledgeable, but he also genuinely cares about the quality of his work and the satisfaction of his clients. What really stood out was his attention to detail and clear communication. He took the time to explain every step of the process, made sure all my questions were answered, and kept everything on schedule. There were no surprises--just honest, reliable service and top-tier craftsmanship. The final result exceeded all expectations. The work was done with precision, professionalism, and pride. You can tell PJ holds himself to a high standard, and it shows in every aspect of the project. If you're looking for a construction company you can trust, PJ is the guy to call. I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality work done right the first time.

I have engaged Summit Construction for a comprehensive range of projects, encompassing both…read moreinterior and exterior remodeling of single-family residences and commercial office buildings. Their expertise includes flooring installation, painting, kitchen cabinetry, concrete, plumbing, and electrical work. PJ consistently demonstrates professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, active listening, and a strong commitment to client satisfaction.

With a baby on the way, we really needed to undergo a major remodel on our house in preparation for…read moreher arrival. We interviewed 6 different contractors and ultimately decided on Gavan Duffy of Build It Green Contractors (B.I.G.) (license#886570) I won't get into all of the details of our decision, only the key elements which were: 1. Budget, our project came in slightly over budget. Not due to B.I.G, but to a few changes we decided to make and the general nature of working on a house built in the 20s and all the little surprises we found along the way. The important aspect for us was Gavan's clear communication with us regarding our options and the costs associated with each choice. 2. Timing, Gavan has a young child and he understands all of the challenges and changes associated with being expectant parents. He and his crew worked hard to stay within our time frame and still give us plenty of time to get our house in order prior to the baby's arrival. 3. Quality, We could not be happier with the attention to detail that Gavan and crew put into our remodel. Our house is stunning and the work is craftsman-like. 4. Cleanliness, this may not be important to everyone, but construction is messy work and B.I.G. cleaned up after themselves after each day. To me this demonstrated the commitment to quality that Gavan and crew insist on. If you have a remodel scheduled, then I encourage you to discuss it with Gavan Duffy at B.I.G.

Gavan and Build It Green was not the first contractor that I contacted for my leak issue, but he…read morewas the first to promptly organize a time to scope the matter. My plan was to call several contractors, collect quotes and pick from the lowest price and/or best match. But, Gavan made it easy enough, and I trusted his assessment enough that I ended up going with him without much additional due diligence. The leak issue wasn't able to be fully diagnosed without removing the stucco on the outside and dry wall on the inside - so Gavan suggested starting there. He produced a small initial quote for labor - which would allow him to produce a more accurate total quote. From there, he provided an estimate that ended up being within 5% of the final cost. He had a wide ranging team working for him - most notably Omar, a very friendly and extremely capable contractor in his own right, as well as several others. He brought in specialists for the roofing and stucco work, as well. The only issue to raise was that scheduling was sometimes challenging - as Gavan is a pretty busy fellow and who was consistently coordinating so many other parties. Sometimes, schedules were shifted around - which did require some flexibility from my wife and I, but nothing too problematic. At the end of the day, he and his team were trustworthy, were all very polite and friendly, and produced very solid work and cleaned up nicely afterwards. I would recommend Gavan and Build It Green, and in fact - when another small project arose within weeks of the big project - I didn't hesitate to call Gavan again.