-We employed an architect and bid the remodel out to 6 general contractors. Ed Bercow's bid was once of the first, and we thought it was high, but it turned out to be in the middle. We really liked his knowledge and straightforwardness. After two tries with other contractors fell apart before we could draft a contract we went back to Ed and worked out a more affordable estimate. Ed never cut corners, was you get what you pay for about it, but was able to work something out. His estimate turned out to be on the money for what costs actually were. We are happy with the results and are glad we went with Ed. His subcontractors were all very high quality and their workmanship was top-notch. Working with his framer and Ed, we actually redesigned and improved upon the architectural plans with the agreement of the architect. The tricky elevator shaft was absolutely plumb and exactly to specified tolerances. Ed is very easy to work with, always pleasant, accommodating, and informative, and looks out for the customer's interests. He kept returning without complaint after the fi"punch list" had been completed when a few new issues, such as recaulking where settling had affected grout lines at the very end.In addition to a new elevator, the job involved new electrical system and plumbing, roof reframing and roofing, the addition of a large deck with cover and skylights, outdoor stairways, new windows and doors inside and out, complete new kitchen, new ceiling framing in kit chen and bathrooms, Addition of a guest bathroom, complete remodel of master bathroom, addition of master closet and home office over garage, new hallway, Caesarstone counters in kitchen and bathroom, new hardwood floors, new foundation work for outdoor stairs, deck, elevator and bathroom support, new cabinetry in kitchen, exterior restuccoing and re-siding, interior and exterior painting, outdoor hardscape, and coordination of other independent contractors who were not his subs.