"The crew was a bit late to get started, but did a good job once they arrived. They carried my stuff up to the 3rd floor since the elevator was very small. Had some trouble putting the bed back together but overall a fine job. Some damage to my items, but don't know where along the line that happened. It could have happened in transit. "
"John was available to start the work on a Friday afternoon. He installed the new outlet competently and completely. However, John made three trips to Home Depot to pick up supplies. The store is only 2 miles from my house and the first trip took over an hour. He needed to come back the following morning to complete the work because he needed two longer screws. Finally, he had quoted $200-250; but charged me $300 because the "supplies cost nearly $100.""
"The concrete and gate install went relatively quickly. The patio cover required permits which took some time. Once received, the patio went up quick and the planter brick repair was also quick. Overall a good partnership that I will hire again."
"I need this job done on a rush basis. I was aiming for 1 week and they claimed that they can deliver. However, it took them an extra four days. some problems with this job. 1. Subfloor joist and anchor ( 6 x 2x6 and 4 concrete anchors); Some miscommunication happened here where the plywood floorboard was installed before concrete anchors supports were installed. 2. Whatever you want to call it, I was at the job site every day, and the workers are late. Foreman could not be be found until the last phases. Everyone was confused about the job. I payed my schedule on time and promptly,
"There were defects in a cooler thermostat that I had purchased for Alltech to install, which, by the time it could be identified as "bob," or "bad out of the box," had damaged two fan motors, and I was pleased that Alltech stayed on the problem 'til it could be made right. The installation project itself also had some quirks that Alltech was happy to work out."
"We called on 6/23/2010 and explained what type of work we had in mind. The following day, Don came out to bid job. The office kept in touch with us from there arranging a date and time for work to be done. On 7/7 workers arrived 10 minutes early and began work immediately. We couldn't believe they were finished in 2 hours. They then hauled all brush away and returned to clean up any debris. (They are now installing a block wall fence, also)"
"Steve who owns Ocpooltechnicians visited in the morning and by the evening we had an written estimate for the work. The next morning Steve followed up with me to ensure I received the quote and if I had any questions. He was the only one to do this little step out of 4 others. The Ocpooltechnicians rebuilt my approximately 15000 gallon pool and attached spa. They installed white plaster, repaired all of the cracks and installed a new tile border. The coping was still in great condition, so I did not have them quote on that. I accepted their proposal on a Thursday and on Saturday they were doing the demolition. I went to NPT to pick the tile. They gave us several samples which I hung on the pool to get a feel. We ordered new incandescent lights because upon inspection, they were rusted and defective. Steve had some LED lights he installed for the same price as the incandescent which was a free upgrade for us. AWESOME! They look great! Next, we chose the tile. We had to wait a few days for our tile order to come in. Ocpooltechnicians picked up the tile and commenced installing it. The actual tile job took about 4 hours. A few tiles sagged and didn't line up the way I liked. Steve came out the next day and marked the sagging tiles and the tile crew fixed them perfectly on the same day they plastered the pool. In one area there was some rebar rusting. The crew cut that piece out. They installed new jets, and drain covers. Steve came out to start up the pool after we refilled it. He added some chemicals and vacuumed the surface with his own pump/vacuum setup. He did this two different days. I had planned to replace the filters in early 2014 and figured they would be good enough to get me through the startup and rest of the year. Steve said they had to be thrown out. The filter was not going to work. But there was no money in the budget for a new filter. Steve had a used DE filter in his warehouse that he installed for free! He said he could not start the pool up with my filtration. He said not to worry about it, he would take care of it. That kind of service is extremely rare indeed. Steve was always available and on the rare time he did not pick up, he returned calls within 5 to 10 minutes. From the time he came out to quote, I always felt very comfortable and had no problem trusting him. My family and I are extremely pleased with the work and we can't wait for the next swimming season. Our pool looks new! I plan on converting the pool to a salt system next year and Ocpooltechnicians are doing the work. We definitely got our moneys worth and we have a new pool expert for the future."
"I contacted Real Construction to completely remodel my Bathroom. The bathroom before the remodel was built in 1989 with old and ugly tile. The toilet was leaking and the smell of sewage was quite bat at times. Sion, the contractor and owner, definitely has a modern style and had great recommendations for what a great modern bathroom would look like. The estimate was very accurate to what the final cost was. He only used high-quality material which were still cost-effective and within my budget. The tile work,drywall work,appliances, ceiling, spacious walk in shower, painting,faucets were done and installed by Real Construction and their amazing team. My experience with Real Construction have been nothing but AMAZING. I would recommend Real Construction to anyone that needs remodeling done anywhere on their property. Thank You, Real Construction for Great Work!!!"
It will take several hours or more to build a sauna. A prefab kit will take anywhere from three to 20 hours to install, depending on complexity and your skill level. If you’re doing a custom build, it can take more than 50 hours—especially if you need to add ventilation, ductwork, and other renovations.
Most people will opt to put their home sauna outside near a pool or on a screened-in porch so the heat doesn’t move into the rest of the house. If your house has enough room, you may choose to put it in a bathroom so you can shower right after.
Both saunas and steam rooms offer some health benefits as well as a good return on investment. While there’s more research on saunas than steam rooms and fewer reported risks with steam rooms, the latter tend to be better for reducing stress. Which one is better depends on the benefits you’re looking for, your budget, and if you have space to build a sauna.
The primary difference between a steam shower and a sauna is the type of heat they produce. A sauna generates dry heat using electricity, while a steam shower creates wet heat from steam, resulting in nearly 100% humidity. A steam shower typically replaces an existing shower, has an opening at the top, and operates at a lower temperature (around 90-120°F) than a sauna, though the high humidity can make it feel just as warm. It is advisable to limit steam sessions to 20 minutes. In contrast, a sauna is a fully enclosed space that can be placed anywhere in a house and produces dry heat.
No, you should only choose high-quality wood to build your sauna. Not all types of woods can withstand the pressure from heat or moisture. Only use softwoods, such as cedar and aspen, that are known for absorbing heat and resisting water.
The Hesperia, CA homeowners’ guide to sauna installation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Home sauna costs aren’t cut and dry. It depends on the model and your space. If you want to install a sauna, this guide will help you plan your budget.
Find out what impacts sauna repair cost, get estimates, and learn how to save on repairs. Empower your budget with expert tips for every sauna repair scenario.
If you’re wondering who to call to install a sauna, we’ve got you covered. This guide weighs the pros and cons of hiring a sauna installer versus an electrician.
