Knowledgeable team, but very poor communication experience…read more The response I received was dismissive, overly aggressive, and unprofessional. Instead of explaining their approach constructively, they criticized other bids and ended the conversation abruptly. I'd recommend getting multiple opinions and relying on an independent structural engineer rather than taking any one contractor's claims at face value.

Avalon Structural is a truly professional organization across the board - front office, inspectors,…read moreengineers, and on-site repair staff. If you have a foundation crack, save yourself the time and trouble and call Avalon Structural first. I got multiple estimates for my fairly extensive ~23' horizontal crack. I found there are three types of companies. The first type will do the minimum to chip out the rusted rebar, throw some fresh rebar in there, patch it up with a "band-aid", and charge you handsomely for a quick in-and-out job. The second will glance at your foundation and immediately tell you it has to be replaced, for an even more handsome price, of course. And then there is Avalon Structural. They will perform a comprehensive and highly structurally sound repair, removing all compromised material, charge a fair price, and stand behind their work with a strong warranty. If you visit their website, read the articles, and watch the videos explaining the right and wrong ways to perform foundation repairs, you will be well-equipped to choose the right company for your foundation job. Or, you can save the time and just call them. We couldn't be happier with our repair. The foundation looks great and feathers in perfectly with the undamaged foundation sections. The repair team was amazing and extremely respectful of our property. The city inspector signed off with zero issues, which speaks volumes about the quality of their work. A big thank you to Roger, MJ, and the entire Avalon Structural team!

Overall, great experience. Communication and timeline were very clear. They were able to start…read moreright away and and get the job done for me. The project was delayed by 1-2 days, but nevertheless, very satified with their work and communcation. The price is a little on the higher side, but if you need something done right away with great communication and good workmanship, I would highly recommend this company. I worked closely with Sachin and he was the person I communicated through the process.

I have nothing but great things to say about MG Constructors and Engineers. I hired them to perform…read morefoundation leveling and repairs when a previous contractor lied about performing the work. Shay was the engineering and he was great in explaining what work was being performed and why. His reports were very meticulous with great photos showing the poor workmanship my previous contractors did. This was a long project and I got to know Anthony and his team very well. They were all really great guys who worked hard all day. They even went above and beyond by helping me fix some doors that were stuck after the leveling, helped add a coaxial cable, and even added foam to some new pipes that the previous contractor failed to do. They went above and beyond the scope of their project and we are very grateful. Thank you to Shay, Anthony, and team!

The owner is a great guy and very knowledgeable and professional. They will turn your project…read morearound in no time and do it for a fair price.

From the owner: Kelley Engineering & Surveying, established in 2007, is a trusted name in civil engineering located…read morein Hollister, CA. With over a decade of experience, our expert team specializes in providing comprehensive engineering and surveying solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Our commitment to precision, reliability, and innovative problem-solving ensures that every project we undertake is executed to the highest standards. Discover the difference with Kelley Engineering & Surveying, where your vision becomes our blueprint for success.

I was lucky to have the experience of working with Lokesh and ProStruct Engineering. Lokesh…read more(project manager) always answered quickly to all communications in a clear and responsive way. Additionally the output from the structural engineers was efficiently shown in a virtual meeting describing exactly what changes are required and they worked with the contractor to find the most cost-efficient design. All questions were answered clearly as well as follow-on questions that came up after the design review. After the plans were released and payment was made Lokesh remained very responsive to requests as they come up. I would definitely use Prostruct again if I have another structural engineering project.

Prostruct engineering has helped me with a difficult design process with many changes. They have…read morebeen exceedingly responsive and have made many helpful suggestions along the way. I would use them again in my next project. Thank you Prostruct Engineering such a professional and competent service!

I have called about 30-40 times in the past 10 months. I am nothing if not persistent and I will…read morecontinue to call. We paid money for them to come out here and look at our house and have nothing to show for it. We had a mudslide and asked Chris George to come out and propose what we could do to fix it. I know this man's number by heart at this point with literally nothing to show for it. Chris if you see this, we'll chat Monday. Still waiting on that proposal you supposedly have drafted and just need to email...

You could do much better elsewhere. It doesn't get much worse than dealing with this company. It…read morestarted many years ago with a great reputation. That's no longer true.

My partner and I hired HC Design and Construction originally for engineering services. When we…read morefound out that they were able to take on more projects after completion of our original we felt relieved knowing we wouldn't have to continue shopping around for an additional service provider. Humza and his team do a great job. They delivered quality work, were knowledgeable enough to make recommendations throughout the process, and we were impressed by Humza's entrepreneurial spirit and Jack-of-many-trades persona.

For the past month, Humza has intermittently talked out of all sides of his mouth, contradicting…read morehimself and providing sketchy commentary that has delayed our project for close to a month. He doesn't appear to be phased by not doing what he says or fulfilling anything pertinent to the relatively small part he may have had for this project. The underlying theme of his inconsistent communications and mixed messaging, is akin to throwing out a bunch of fishing lines hoping to snag something with one or more them. So he arrives for an introductory visit to see the job. Then he repeatedly grouses at end of brief visit and for weeks later because he claims to usually charge for an intro appointment. But that's not what we agreed to from the onset. All he seems interested in, way late and after burning this bridge for weeks and not responding timely or at all on topic, is to recoup money for an intro appointment he agreed was no charge, then send vacuous emails off topic and complain that he's not been paid for them either. He punctuates that carnival like behavior by fixating on soliciting a large retainer ahead of some unknown level of service to follow on an hourly basis. Such an unprofessional, predatory manner of stringing along well intentioned potential property owner and some contractors. Not a good or trustworthy or professional look or experience by any measure. If I was to ever revisit this with him, which is highly unlikely, I'd be sure to charge him a retainer up front.

Excellent service. Requested a structural evaluation for some cracks across areas of drywall at my…read moreresidential home. The onsite engineer walked my partner through the damage and inspected the foundation. Provided a thorough report with recommendations for structural improvements. Competitive rates. I appreciate their quality, service and price.

I bought a new, old home and wanted the foundation and floors evaluated…read more Fast response time. They provided a quote ($600) in no time, offered to send out a sample report and asked for the address of the house. When I probed them with what the evaluation involved (such as mapping floor levelness) and whether they were independent without financial ties to contractors, I learned they don't map floor levelness. They didn't answer the bulk of my questions, and they ended stating they don't have the bandwidth to take on my project.

We had an excellent experience with Daniel from Wise Builders on our kitchen remodel. From the…read moreinitial consultation through completion, their team was professional, organized, and easy to work with. Communication was clear and consistent, so we always knew what was happening and what to expect next. The craftsmanship and attention to detail really stood out -- from the cabinetry and countertops to the finishes and overall layout. The crew was respectful of our home, kept the job site clean, and stayed on schedule as much as possible. Any questions or small adjustments were handled quickly and professionally. The final result exceeded our expectations, and our kitchen looks and functions better than we imagined. We would absolutely recommend Wise Builders to anyone considering a kitchen remodel and would gladly work with them again!

The one bathroom in our 1918 house was in serious need of an upgrade. We chose WISE because they…read morewould hold my hand through the design and build process. All prior interior work in our house had been done by handyman. I really appreciated the communication from our project manager Marc. He created a WhatsApp chat with me and the incredible designer Jocelyn. They were both consistently responsive to any of my questions or concerns -- and opened my mind to design options. Jocelyn spent time in our home, drafted plans, took me shopping, and sourced all the fixtures. From her spreadsheet I was able to find less expensive options for some items. I appreciated the input and control I had on these expenses. Since we needed to move out, I had a tight timeline for the project -- mid October until Thanksgiving. Marc and the team did their best despite City of San Jose delays with inspections. We were able to move back in before the final inspection. Every member of the team was kind and courteous. Marc also did a great job working with the window vendor that specializes in older homes. I'm rating the experience a 4.5 out of 5 for two reasons. I was disappointed that the medicine cabinet, switch plates, and hooks were initially installed unevenly (it was corrected). I expected more attention to detail. And I was disappointed in the wear & tear that happened on my wood floors as well as the overall dust in my dining room. I was warned that things would get dusty -- but didn't understand the extent and would have packed away more things. WISE offers lots of support with design -- they could also offer as part of their package a full cleaning! I offer this feedback to help others calibrate their expectations. Overall it was a positive experience. I waited several months to post this review until I returned from travel and could see how things were settling after regular use. I'm loving the new bathroom and recommend WISE.