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Recent Earthquake Retrofitting Reviews in Los Gatos
M&M Construction & Home Design
5.0
This project grew in scope until it included external lighting, interior lighting and ceiling fans, a repaint of almost every wall and some miscellaneous remodeling (stair rails, furniture quake retrofits). It was completed without undue delay and minimal disruption to our habitation.
Vylar K.
M&M Construction & Home Design
5.0
we have decided to remodel our house. We were very excited to move forward on our new projects based on money that we saved for this special moment. We called M&M Construction based on their review and reputation on Angie's List. After a short meeting with Mo, we had a feeling that M&M Construction Will meet our needs. As expected, all went smooth all the way to the end, exactly as they presented it at the first meeting. When the project was done- we couldn't be any happier! We are more than happy with M&M construction's workmanship, the quality of the work, the great prices and how fast things were going!!! We love our new home very much, Thank you so much M&M Constructio
arie h.
R Perez General Contractor Inc.
5.0
Excellent work on all projects. City inspections and permits were successfully obtained by contractor for foundation replacement. Contractor and workers were professional, efficient and communicative. Jobsite was cleaned up after each working day. All customer questions and concerns were addressed to our satisfaction. Would not hesitate to highly recommend Perez and Perez Contractions
Debra T.
R Perez General Contractor Inc.
5.0
It was great working with Edwin Perez and his foreman (also named Edwin). They did great work at a fair price. They had to prop-up the house to remove brick foundation and replace with concrete. They also did a few other projects related to concrete and plumbing and drainage. I'd work with them again
Harvey G.
R Perez General Contractor Inc.
5.0
The work was great -- I'm feeling much safer in my home now that we have a real foundation. They were very attentive to detail and resolved issues quickly.
Harvey G.
Bolt Down The Bay Area
5.0
Exceptionally well. The Bolt Down the Bay Area team is very professional, knowledgeable, responsive and the project went very smoothly. The did everything correctly so I got my EBB (earthquakebracebolt.com) check from the state of California for $3000 which covered over half the cost. They have done over 1000 of these have the process down to a science. If you have an older house a seismic upgrade is money well spent to protect your home and your family. Plus, good luck finding a contractor after an earthquake
HAMILTON H.
A2Z Remodeling Inc
5.0
Dor Ashkar responded immediately and was able to schedule the work to meet my needs. The work was done start to finish in six days with no interruptions. I did have to stay on top of the work to make sure everything on the engineer's list was completed. Their work was done neatly and the crew cleaned up at the end of each day so that I could pull my car into the garage which they used as a staging area
Jon K.
Albert Nahman Services
5.0
Albert Nahman came out to look and gave me estimate, half of what Berkeley Plumbing would have charged. And the guy who did the installation, Mario, was very professional. He was concerned about my ancient furnace and gave me the name of a furnace guy who used to work at Atlas Plumbing, Kerin Portillo. I ended up having Kerin come out, inspect the furnace, and based on the terrible cracks he found and I saw on this 22 year old unit, he installed another forced air furnace at a good price, so I was happy with the whole experience
lynn a.
Albert Nahman Services
5.0
The estimator, Gabriel Kalmon, arrived promptly on Monday afternoon to assess the gas meter and provide a fixed price for installing the valve. He explained the work to be done clearly. They have done this kind of work before, even giving a deep discount for an entire neighborhood. He gave us a good discount for the referrral from Angie's List. We requested that the work be done soon, so he organized the workman, Chris, to come first thing Tuesday morning (convenient for both of us, as Chris lives close by). "Two hours max," Gabriel assured us. Chris began the work begun promptly at 8 am and finished by 9 am, efficient and carefully
Marilyn W.
DUKES HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
5.0
Very professional and punctual and a very good job of clean up after installation. I would highly recommend Dukes to anyone who needs a good HVAC contractor.
Design Everest is a leading supplier of engineering and design services for residential and commercial construction in California. We are dedicated to providing high-quality with project delivery on schedule and within budget. Established in 2005, we have expanded throughout the state of California and developed into a one-stop shop for residential and commercial projects. Our list of services includes structural engineering, civil engineering, architectural drafting, mechanical, electrical, ..
"First there process of transmitting construction documents, getting a proposal and signing a contract was the easiest and smoothest i heave experienced. The principal engineer communicated well and finished the work in a very timely manor. Signed plans were delivered immediately. Excellent job."
Welcome to Cal Green Remodeling. We do our best to take the stress out of home remodeling, working directly with our clients to make sure they understand the process, options available, and budget. Our goal is to make your project everything you dreamt it would be.
From custom kitchens to concrete floors we do it all and our experienced professionals can help you figure out what products are right for you. We offer industrial grade finishes that can handle excessive traffic, as well as fine ..
"We have been working on our kitchen remodeling project with Shay at Cal Green Remodeling this past month. They are a great company, who knows what they are doing. Shay was knowledgeable and had a lot of experience which is shown on the results and while at the process. The workers were very clean and respectful of our privacy and our home. The kitchen looks great, was done fast and we are very happy!
Dear homeowner, Brother & Brother Remodeling is a well rounded company responsible as a licensed California general building contractor for over 10 years. Our mission statement is constant and never ending improvement. We strive to provide the best value for our customers with the goal of maximizing customer satisfaction. We stand ready to partner with you in transforming your home. Home is where our story begins
"Raz and his crew at Brother and Brother exceeded our expectations. They got the job done within the stated timeline which was key. The price was the best quoted and the quality of the finished product is excellent! It was easy to communicate via text or call, what we wanted and expected. If we had any questions on materials or any changes to be made, they were quick to respond at any time, day or night. The whole crew was polite and easy to work with. Being that the job was the kids' bathroom remodel, they kept the worksite clean everyday after they were done. They adjusted the mirror to accommodate the faucet and gave suggestions to the paint and glass tile niche when we were unsure. Again, their timeliness was spot on; they started the job right away and finished on time. They had permits and inspections planned to very well, and we were notified well in advance when to expect any visits. So happy with the overall quality of the work, ease of communication, and fair price of the whole remodel. Would do it all again in a heartbeat! Thank you, Raz, for the best experience possible. Hope to work with you again in the future!!!
We are a small, local company and our main goal is to make sure our customers are happy. We cannot send a quote, but we can come out to your property for a free estimate to look at the job and what work is needed and then give you a quote based on exactly what you need and want to be done. Estimate is completely free! Price is given at the end of the estimate and we go from there. We have a huge portfolio of pictures and references and can take you to many previous jobs that have been complet..
"GMBC was prompt, professional and did a great job for our client. We would definitely work with them again!"
Servicing the Bay Area area since 2005, California Construction Center, Inc is a licensed, bonded and insured general construction company. We have been remodeling properties for residential, commercial and industrial properties. "CCC" is a prestigious company who strives on professionalism and strong client satisfaction results. Our reputable ways allows for us to make and keep professional relationships, as we are in the mind set that the best business appreciation we can get is a referral...
"This is first time I worked with this company but not the last for sure. California Construction Center recently remodeled my basement and they did an amazing job. I was impressed how they were organized and they provided highest quality of work. My basement now looks fantastic. I can't recommend enough this contractor!
Valley Home Builders, Inc. is a full-service residential remodeling firm offering design/build services to its clients. If you're living with a bad floor plan, outdated rooms, or you simply need more space, let our seasoned pros take your project from imagination to reality. We offer free estimates in your home or over the phone and will work weekends and evenings to accommodate your schedule. Our staff includes Architects, Designers, project developers, project managers and a construction st..
"<strong>Pros</strong>
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<em>General Quality of Work</em>
<br /> During construction it was obvious that VHB takes pride in the work they do. I noticed the plywood subfloor was tongue and groove, glued and screwed to the floor joists to minimize squeaks. I am not sure what the code requirements are, but I was really pleased with how this was done.The bathroom tile work was well done. The tile guys worked late on multiple days to get this job done in a timely manner. My wife and I were really pleased with the results.Very willing to resolve issues even after they received payment for a milestone.There are many examples where they added extras without us asking them to.
<br /> These examples include:
<br /> - Adding extra attic vents
<br /> - Making the roofer come back to open up cutouts in roof for vents (I didn?t notice or ask them to do this)
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<em>Freebees</em>
<br /> These are items that for various reasons, they openly took responsibility for and provided at no additional cost:
<br /> - Interior insulation
<br /> - Extra Attic ventilation
<br /> - Extra Attic Access
<br /> - Crown Molding
<br /> - Extra Schluter trim for tile in bathroom
<br /> - Refinishing of hardwood floor
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<strong>Cons</strong>
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<em>Contract for Design</em>
<br /> The contract that we signed stated that the $2700 we paid for the design would be applied to the total cost of our addition. When we settled on a price for the addition we asked if the $2700 would be deducted as stated on the contract and they said ?no?, it was already deducted for the final price. We told them that we thought this was kind of misleading and they gave us a $1000 credit.They told us they could not relocate existing sprinkler systems or pavers that were to be impacted by the addition. They said we would have to get outside contractors to handle this on our own. All other home remodeling companies we interviewed said they would be happy to relocate pavers and sprinkler systems for us. We are not sure why VHB had such a ?unique? response.
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<em>Windows</em>
<br /> We originally requested double hung windows for the project to match the windows with the rest of the house. When the windows came they were casement style. When I asked why this was done, they said it was needed to have enough window area to meet fire code. When they drew up the original plans they didn?t account for this and make the window opening wide enough for double hung. Because extra time and reengineering would be required to widen the window opening, they chose to increase the height. As a result our windows are almost as high as a door.
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<em>Communication</em>
<br /> Between themselves - issues communicating between Designer and PM. Shower niches not located where the designer told us they could be. This was because we were going to locate the niches on a structural shear wall.
<br /> Directly with them - Kept confusing our project with another, similar project.
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<em>Use of Personal Items</em>
<br /> VHB touts their Angies List awards and exceptional service as compared to other contractors. Because of this, I was a little surprised to see the framers and subcontractors using our personal items. Some of the personal items they used include:
<br /> - Hose coil used and damaged. Never replaced.
<br /> - Hose reel used in place of the hose coil that was damaged above.
<br /> - I had a 5 gallon bucket in the garage used to store automotive grease guns. The grease guns were placed on the garage floor so they could use our bucket. As a result I walked into garage one day to find a large grease stain on the floor where the guns were laid (They offered to clean the grease stain).
<br /> - Another 5 gallon bucket was taken from the garage to perform tile work. It was never returned.
<br /> - A push broom was taken from garage and used on job site.
<br /> - Patio Swing - We have a patio swing that I noticed was getting dusty from all the construction so we covered it in plastic. A few days later we noticed the plastic was pulled off. I guess the framers liked using the porch swing for their lunch break? In any case it got pretty dusty and just another item we had to clean.
<br /> All of the items in question were used to perform the job. Almost every item was worth $20 or less. Nothing was deliberately stolen or maliciously damaged. With that said, it would have been nice to get a phone call, email, or text basically stating something like ?hey, just wanted to let you know that we needed to use this or that out of the garage?.
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<em>Determination of Grade</em>
<br /> Started with an A+ and adjusted their grade based on the following:
<br /> - Windows, subtract 1, A
<br /> - Use of personal items, subtract 1, A
<br /> - Design contract issues, subtract 1, B+
<br /> - Communication, subtract 1, B
<br /> - Freebees, add 1, B+
<br /> Overall Grade B+, truncated to B for Angies list
Our company prides itself o installing system that work to project you home and business. Drainage is unseen area of homes were built in the 1950’s or earlier. Due to age, quality of the materials, and dated construction techniques, many older homes are more vulnerable to the effects of water weather and aging foundations can shift due to soil conditions
"French drain excavation and installation with sump pump and irrigation lines.
Press construction was friendly professional, very efficient with creative and High quality thoughtful design and execution of project.
From the planning stage until the finishing of the project I felt confident and Perez and Perez construction for their experience and efficiency.
Please visit https://boltdownthebayarea.com/contact to get your free inspection set up
Residential Seismic Retrofits anywhere in the Bay Area! Most homes built before 2005 have inadequate connections from the foundation to the wood framing to protect against the forces of a significant earthquake. We inspect your crawlspace and evaluate current foundation bolts and washers for size, spacing and placement. We look for un-braced cripple walls and evaluate how the bottom of the..
"Bolt Down the Bay Area completed all the work and documentation required by the Earthquake Bolt and Brace program. This government program will pay up to $3,000 for seismic upgrades. The work was done on schedule and was praised by the city building inspector. Also, the contractor was always promptly responsive to any questions, even helpful to me in navigating my EBB dashboard. I would definitely recommend this contractor for anyone considering earthquake mitigation work.
A2Z Remodeling is a locally owned business, here to help you with your remodeling dreams. We are two dear friends with over 10 years of experience in remodeling and design under our belts, providing service all over the Bay Area. Our desire is to help you create your home oasis - the most peaceful and comfortable thing that a person has.
Proudly accomplishing your projects within a budget and projected time frame, our team of specialists are enthusiastic and fully dedicated to you and you..
"Just moved into our new home. We were looking for a house for a few months, all the nice houses we saw were completely out of our budget. At some point we started to look at a few fixers. Our house required a lot of work, literally everything. Kitchen, flooring, insulation, rewire, and more. Dor from A2Z was very efficient, detail oriented, and most important for us he know how to move everything very quickly which allowed us to move in in a reasonable time. Dor and his team Got the permits very quickly, they helped us to get all the materials as cabinets, tiles, and plumbing fixtures. Once the construction started the process was pretty smooth, we met them on site every week or a week and a half, they were dealing with most of the work and they made sure to ask us for our opinion for every design dilemma. We love the result! Thank you!
We have the experience and dedication to assist with all of your concrete services and repairs, along with foundation repairs. Since 2000, we have done everything from stamped and decorative, to retaining walls and house foundations. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"As far as the cost, they have good price, and as far as communication, very easy to work with. I have already recommended him to others."
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