John and Ian have been our GCs for 10+ years and have done remodeling and addressed water intrusion…read moreissues for us in San Francisco. They are professional and candid about any issues that arise, and work diligently towards finding solutions. Most recently, they handled a large remodel for us that included 5 bathrooms, new hardwood floors, replacing large custom single pane with dual pane windows, and new deck installations. They addressed all my concerns and went above and beyond. For example: Had the floors redone when the painters accidentally spilled substances on the newly installed floors, and John repaired sliding door locks for which the hardware was pretty much impossible to replace, and prior to this remodel they came to my aid for an urgent repair of a large water leak that emanated from a skylight. John specializes in carpentry/woodwork and did an exceptional job installing new white oak railings. Over the last decade, I have found them to be reliable, honest, and reasonable in cost for the amount of extra work they carry out, which is why I will always call them when we need work done.

Ian and Johnny did a quality install on our Fleetwood doors and windows. It was a big job, and they…read moretook their time and made sure everything was done right, while also working with us on schedule and handover since we opted to do interior and exterior trim ourselves. They weren't the lowest bid, but had the experience and expertise to back up their pricing and overall produced a good product for the cost.

Jeffrey provided all information and was very helpful including finance information. He's very…read moreprofessional and knows the Real Estate market and current trends. I would recommend him as your Real Estate agent. Although there are many on them out there to choose, you can't go wrong with him. Art N

We've had the pleasure of working with Jeff in San Mateo County for over a decade…read more His level of knowledge and professionalism is something we rely upon as property abstractors of over 25 years in our field. What an honest, up-front guy who has stayed in the market despite bad times which is a tribute to his integrity and experience.

I'm one of the owners of Domicile, a cabinet and design showroom at the San Francisco Design…read moreCenter. We specialize in kitchens, baths and functional areas of the home. I have been in this business since 1974 and have worked with contractors who range from cowboys with hammers to mega developes in Manila and the normal people in between. One assumes that if someone has a contractor's license you're going to get the finest quality work and that these workers are capable of doing whatever project they are hired to do. What elevates some contractors to a level above the rest is rational analysis of problems that may arise. The designer might be a tad dyslexic, the architect's draftsperson might inadvertantly err, materials might fall off the back of the truck, someone's toolbelt might accidently mar finished material - name your construction nightmare then analyze how the contractor reacts. Sean Kennedy never seems to derail. He takes a deep breath, discusses the options and resolves the issues, whatever they may be, in a mature, deliberate and calm manner. This is so important when you're working with a contractor. There are always surprises in renovation. Integrity should be this man's middle name. There is no blame, there is resolution and the end results are always at or above what the owner has expected. I can't tell you what a joy it is to work with Sean and his staff. They do what they're hired to do, in a timely manner, at the highest level of quality and for the amount of money that has been agreed to. This is what you expect from a contractor and this is consistently what you get from Sean Kennedy and Phollies. Hire these guys. You won't be sorry.

Phollies installed double paned windows in our property and did major dry rot repair work. Also…read moreSean's subcontractor painted the building. Everything done was five star work.

Josh is a great salesman and my confidence was never higher in his team's work than when he was…read morearound. At the end of the day, I am really happy with the quality of 90% of the work, which is why I'm giving 4 stars. I think underlying Covid-related problems caused most of the grief in our 2021 kitchen remodel: supply chain issues & illnesses causing delays that chain-reacted to stretch a 3-month timeline to 6 months, plus Josh's workload was double of normal with the same number of subs because all his 2020 jobs had been paused and came back ready to resume earlier than expected. I was accordingly understanding, but I still felt like we often got deprioritized as clients-- maybe because I wasn't calling to yell at him, like I overheard once. I almost tried to pitch my project management services to help him manage! We also had a stickler inspector who asked us to expand the scope of the initial project beyond what we budgeted or that Josh wanted to make time for (to rewire the rest of the house vs. just the kitchen). Despite (or because of) these external problems, Josh struggled with managing our expectations/communications. He knew we were first-time renovators who don't know when to ask questions vs. wait to see how it turns out. I am also a project manager in another field, so I love context and details. He seemed defensive and frustrated with us at times despite us trying to be as patient as we could be. I'm sure we weren't perfect clients, but we were trying to be really easygoing about it. Quality-wise: I love just about everything but the paint, which was sloppy in many places and in some cases peeled less than a year later (I suspect it wasn't sanded/prepped properly). I was also disappointed in the visual execution of the plumbing (it works fine), which Josh told me would not be plumbed on the exterior of the house, but was anyway. Plumbers also forgot to add an exterior water spigot but after the 3rd reminder, I gave up. The "construction cleaners" Josh hired to wrap did an okay first-pass on the dust and small debris, but it wasn't really livable until I did my own second pass, then hired another cleaner to do a third-pass deep clean. We also made the classic first-timer mistake of sending the final check before the last punch-list was ever complete. For a few months Josh kept saying "oh yeah I'll be by to take care of that next week" until we gave up and DIY'd a few finishing details and got rid of stuff the crew left behind. None of it was too complicated and it doesn't kill us to practice these skills: quarter round moulding for one wall of the floor, a couple gaps to close between cabinet and wall, capping the old sink pipe, caulking the sink fixtures, and paint touchups throughout. I hope I *never* need to do this extensive of a remodel again (at least not while I'm living in the guest room downstairs!). But if I do, because of the overall quality I would give Josh the benefit of the doubt on those extenuating circumstances.

Although we move forward with a different contractor, Josh provided competitive and quick quotes…read more He was helpful, knowledgeable, and personable; wouldn't hesitate to hire for future projects.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Kevin Cruz and the Kinetic team on our client's…read morelisting in Fremont, and they did an outstanding job. They didn't just put the home on the market. They stepped in, fronted the renovation costs, and managed the entire process from start to finish. Because of their hard work and smart approach, our client was able to showcase the property in its best light and walk away with stronger proceeds. Kevin and his team know exactly what improvements make a difference, and they handle everything with professionalism and care. If you want a team that goes above and beyond to get results, Kevin Cruz and Kinetic are the ones to call.

We recently closed escrow on a house we sold in Daly City for a great price. Thanks to the guidance…read moreand experience of Kevin Cruz and his Kinetic Real Estate team, our house was quickly sold without incurring any renovation costs. Surprisingly, before the house was even listed on the market, we got a great offer just two weeks after we signed a contract with Kevin. This shows how well-connected and experienced Kevin and his team is with both buyers and sellers of properties in the Bay Area/Daly City market. We were very impressed by his presentation of showcasing the property to gain maximum exposure to both online and visiting buyers. As our realtor, Kevin was in constant communication throughout the entire process and we ended up getting the best deal possible. Selling a home has never been so well-organized, convenient and satisfying. I highly recommend and compliment Kevin and Kinetic Real Estate for an outstanding job!

He does quality work. Professional, efficient, honest. I…read morewould definitely recommend him.

It's been over 10 years since Firth Construction remodeled our home and everything they did still…read morelooks great and has stood the test of time. Nick has been available through the years to answer questions and to help our friends with home remodeling needs. Don't hesitate to choose Firth Construction. You can rest easily knowing that Nick will care for your house as if it's his own and he knows his stuff. He will solve issues that arise. You won't have to intervene and you will be very glad that you chose the right, conscientious contractor. In contrast, we undertook a major remodel with a different GC over the last year. We didn't use Firth Construction because of our scheduling and timing needs; however, we have major regrets that we didn't wait for Nick and his team to be available. We have had numerous headaches with the other company with many things having to be redone and having to settle with "good enough" because we had no choice. We had to bring in our own sub contractors to complete some work so we could feel comfortable that it was done correctly. In fact, we are still waiting for the GC to finish major work and are sitting in limbo with only one (of three) fully functional bathrooms, which is the bathroom Firth Construction did years ago. It's been extremely stressful, frustrating and disappointing. Renovations aren't always easy and unexpected things will happen; however, you can give yourself peace of mind and less stress if you choose Firth Construction. I wish we had and we are paying the price now.

As a probate attorney, I have worked with Pat for many years. Then when it came time to sell my…read moreS.F. condo, I happily hired Pat. He did a GREAT JOB! Highly recommend him for his talent and kindness!

A friend recommended Pat Rock to me as I was discouraged making long drive every month for a week…read moreof each month going through my mom's house I had inherited feeling I was not making much progress. I had read these good reviews and now after rereading them, I can wholeheartedly agree with them and recommend Pat and have done so. He made my life so much easier, with getting haulers, cleaners, everything that was needed to clear out the house and sell it, discussing with me every step of the way. I could not have asked for a better real estate agent, with his experience and expertise, and was able to sell the house above asking price in little time.

I've known Todd since early 2012, when he helped me purchase my first condo in Mission Bay. Since…read morethen, he's helped me through multiple real estate transactions over the years, both buying and selling homes, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him. Most recently, he helped my wife and me sell our Dogpatch loft. Given how challenging the market has been over the past few years--and especially recently--I went into the process with tempered expectations. But Todd and his team exceeded them from start to finish. From our initial conversations through closing, they managed every aspect of the process. They coordinated vendors, scheduled repairs and inspections, oversaw staging, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel seamless. One thing that really stood out was how they handled a mid-process curveball from our HOA. A reserve discussion came up during escrow that created concerns for several prospective buyers, and Todd and his team did an excellent job proactively communicating with buyers, answering questions, and keeping the transaction on track. I also appreciated the detailed post-open house updates. Rather than leaving us guessing until offer day, Todd walked us through who the serious buyers were, what feedback they were giving, and where he thought things were headed. It made the entire process feel much more transparent. The results spoke for themselves: we received eight legitimate offers--all above asking--and sold our loft in just 10 days for more than $160,000 over the asking price. Beyond the outcome, what we appreciated most was how communicative, responsive, and organized the team was throughout the transaction. We always felt informed, supported, and confident they had our best interests in mind. We're incredibly grateful for everything Todd and his team have done for us over the years and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an outstanding real estate team.

Todd was very experienced and professional. He and his standout team helped us through the sale of…read moreour condo very efficiently and smoothly. I would highly recommend Todd Montgomery.