Family owned and operated business. Mike or a member of his team will be performing the work at your house. He will bring in experts for the specialty portions of the project.
Business highlights
19 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
We provide remodeling services (bathrooms, basements, decorative moldings), painting, carpentry and handyman services.
Services we don't offer
We are not home builders and do not do large additions.
I have worked with Mike Barry at High Street Designs on two projects. The first was a smaller, one room renovation, and the second was a larger renovation involving a kitchen, dining room, and bathroom. For both projects, I couldn’t be happier with the results and working with Mike. From the initial estimate and until the final walkthrough, Mike is on-time, transparent, communicative, and consultative. His entire team are professionals, which makes the process less stressful. If surprises come up during the renovation, Mike clearly outlines the options and pros/cons of each. This made me feel very much in control of the project. A few weeks after the completion of the second renovation, we had a minor issue that needed to be fixed. Mike’s subcontractor came out the very next day to fix it. This is a testament to the quality of Mike and his team on ensuring the job is complete. I would highly recommend Mike and High Street Designs for any renovation that you are looking to do.
Description of Work: Kitchen, bathroom, dining room, den renovation
Great. Mike is a pleasure to work with. Very calm and thoughtful. Gets the work done timely and professionally. No complaints.
Description of Work: N/Akitchen remodel; new back door and stairs
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$25,000
Gary O.
03/2017
5.0
handyman service, interior painters
+ 0 more
I reached out to this company to get an estimate on a fixing up an existing staircase. My message was promptly returned and I was given a ballpark estimate to help me to determine if the project was within my budget. I decided not to pursue the work at this time because a friend volunteered to help me do it. Although I chose not to work with the company for this project, they are a company that I would be happy to work with in the future.
Description of Work: Refinishing and repairs of a staircase
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from High Street Designs LLC
[Member Name Removed], thank you for the kind words and best of luck on you project. Sincerely, Mike Barry
Chris F.
01/2017
5.0
contractors, handyman service, plumbing
+ 1 more
No issues. Work was performed on schedule, with high quality, at a reasonable price.
Description of Work: House related interior and exterior repairs, replace toilets.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800
Dana S.
01/2017
5.0
home remodeling
+ -1 more
We intend to talk to them to actually do the remodel.
Description of Work: So far, we just had an estimate from High Street Designs LLC, but we look forward to working with them in the future. It was $15000 for kitchen and bathroom remodeling.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Robert B.
01/2017
5.0
countertops, drywall, lighting, remodeling, home remodeling, interior painters
+ 4 more
Excellent work. Mike & his team are professional. They met all of their commitments & kept us well informed of progress & issues. A pleasure to deal with & I will have them do a few more projects.
100% perfect...loved the work, excellent outcome.i would hire again in a minute
Description of Work: Remodeled Kitchen, painting, removed popcorn from ceiling, lighting, electric work
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
diane S.
08/2016
5.0
remodeling, garage builders, home remodeling
+ 1 more
couldn't ask for a better general contractor--always available, has a great group of subcontractors. flexible, calm and very thoughtful-- we feel so fortunate to have worked with Mike. If I could post A+ for everything, I would.
Description of Work: supervised a remodel for kitchen and bathrooms, new flooring, new carpet, wallpaper and paint
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150,000
Patricia R.
03/2016
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Rebuilt basement stairs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Chris F.
01/2016
5.0
interior painters, roofing, woodworking
+ 1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Roof replacement, ice dam heating coils, toilet replacements, replace rotted siding boards
From the initial contact to work completion, Mike and I talked regularly. He always followed through on everything he said. Mike was professional, organized, knowledgeable, and even helped participate in selecting some needed materials. It is rare to find someone so reliable, trustworthy, and thorough in his job. Ray, who did almost all of the work, was exactly the same. They both had a key to the house when an unexpected accident kept me away for 2 weeks. Work proceeded as planned, they kept me informed, and Ray even took care of my cat! I couldn't do that with just anyone. Workmanship was excellent and painting was superb! I would most definitely use them again. I couldn't be happier...
Description of Work: Split level house- lower family room (includes 3 cement walls) was framed with 2x4's, insulated and sheet rocked. Replaced baseboard heat, installed 2 surface mounted ceiling lights, installed extra outlets, new baseboard and window moldings. Ceiling and walls painted. Hallway was sheet rocked, baseboard added, new ceiling light, 2 new doors installed, and all painted. Bathroom's 2 concrete walls were insulated and sheet rocked,ceiling repaired, new vanity and light above it installed, toilet reset, new baseboard heat , new light switch and outlet, and all painted . Also- 2 stair railings were installed and front hall sliding closet doors replaced. Overall, a huge transformation from a "basement feel" to a main level floor feel.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,000
Chris F.
05/2015
5.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
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Description of Work: Repaired winter water damage to floors and walls. They arranged for Dalene Flooring to repair and refinish the hardwood floors (part of cost). High Street designs did all the repair work on walls and ceilings. They also arranged for cleanup and trash/ waste removal. We are completely satisfied with all their services and will use them for future work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,500
Patricia R.
04/2015
5.0
drywall, remodeling, interior painters, lighting
+ 2 more
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Description of Work: Renovate basement stairwell. Sheetrock walls and ceiling, replace and level some steps, install lighting, build wall dividing space from garage, and |paint. I now consider these highly competent, intelligent men my friends.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
CHERYL H.
07/2014
3.0
interior painters, pressure washing
+ 0 more
I haven't tackled the steps yet, but I will do so in the next few weeks.
Description of Work: Barry responded quickly to my phone call and came out immediately to look at the job. I was looking for someone to power wash and stain/seal two sets of wood stairs outside the back of my house. Barry sent an email with a quote within a week. One set of stairs is significantly larger, so I was surprised to see each set of stairs priced identically. Thinking that the quote was high, I contacted another company on Angie's List. The second quote was about half the price that Barry quoted me. The second company further explained that I could easily complete the project myself. I was given specific directions, and plan to do the work myself, saving a bundle of bucks. [approximate cost $960.00]
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Anna Lisa L.
05/2014
5.0
drywall, interior painters
+ 0 more
Mike Barry and his team did a fantastic job on our home improvement project. Mike is exceptionally professional, efficient and exacting and his work is very reasonably priced. We would absolutely call on him and his team again the next time that we have a home improvement project and would highly recommend him to any of our friends.
Description of Work: -Removed popcorn ceilings in two rooms. Skim-coated and painted the same ceilings. Removed wall-to-wall carpeting in one room.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,175
John R.
02/2014
4.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
He did nice work and I wouldn't hesitate to use High Street again.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$950
Will L.
08/2013
5.0
ceramic tile, drywall, replacement windows, home remodeling, interior painters
+ 3 more
I had used High Street for a various "handyman" projects over the years and always was very impressed with Mike and the quality of his work. When we decided to renovate one of our bathrooms down to the studs, he was our first choice. The whole process went very smoothly. We were given a realistic estimate of the length of time (3 weeks) and it was finished on time. When some of the materials from the suppliers we had ordered from arrived broken, he stepped in and made sure the company replaced them quickly. Any time there was something that was not planned for in the initial estimate, Mike would call and discuss options and make reccomendations on how best to proceed. He offered valuable insight based on his experience renovating bathrooms, so we felt much more at ease since we had not hired a designer. Hi entire crew was polite, professional, and cleaned up at the end of each day. I look forward to using him again on other projects we will have in the future.
Description of Work: Renovate bathroom down to the studs, replaced all hardware, window, tile drywall, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$16,000
Chris F.
07/2013
5.0
house painters, remodeling
+ 0 more
Excellent. I've used this service for handyman activities, general contracting and renovations (basement, interior chair rails). I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Painted part of our garage
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Vicki C.
07/2013
5.0
house painters, remodeling, handyman service, interior painters, woodworking
+ 3 more
He is the finest man you will work with. He is the most honest, hardworking guy to work with. He is very trustworthy as well.
Description of Work: He did some miscellaneous jobs like carpentry, painting, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Walter B.
06/2013
5.0
contractors
+ -1 more
Replaced damaged part with pressure treated wood member and secured the new member. The work was done very professionally. High Street Designs quoted and charged a most reasonable price, It was a pleasure to deal with High Street Designs and I recommend them highly.
Description of Work: repaired wooden structure of house
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
Patricia R.
05/2013
5.0
remodeling, interior painters, woodworking
+ 1 more
The entire project went very smoothly. Happily, there is not story.
Description of Work: Mike and Ray rebuild an old staircase leading from the basement to the first floor. A wall dividing the stairs from the garage was installed and the entire stair well was sheetrocked and painted. The transformation was remarkable. Their work is thorough, tidy, and punctual. They are both professional and pleasant. They also patched a hole in a plaster wall previously made by a plumber and painted and patched two ceilings after the installation of recessed lighting.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000
Wilhelm G.
04/2013
5.0
interior painters, wallpaper removal
+ 0 more
They are very good! We have had them a couple of times and they are still doing some more work with them. Previously they had painted many rooms in our home and that is why we called them again. They are organized, responsible, prompt, neat and clean and they always notify you if they will be late. The pricing is in line, if not better, than others in the area for the quality of work. We have been very pleased with them!
Description of Work: They removed wallpaper and then painted two bathrooms and the wallpaper was hard to remove in one bathroom and they did a very nice job!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
PAMELA K.
09/2012
5.0
deck cleaning
+ -1 more
They did a great job. Excellent work, very professional. They cleaned up after themselves, and were very nice as well. I have actually hired them for another job already.
Description of Work: They powerwashed my deck, then came back a week later, replaced some boards, and then stained the deck.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$950
Vicki C.
04/2012
5.0
deck cleaning, doors
+ 0 more
They completed both items within a workday of my calling.
Description of Work: They fixed some details from inspection report (we’re selling our home). Reinforced an arbor over deck and fixed a door.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$314
Vicki C.
03/2012
5.0
deck cleaning, doors, house painters, interior painters
+ 2 more
They are punctual, neat, and pickup after themselves. They are very nice people to work with and I trust them in my home. I believe their prices are reasonable.
Description of Work: They repaired our deck, did some interior and exterior painting, fixed doors and a doorbell.
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Service Categories
Interior Painting,
General Remodeling,
Drywall,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Lighting,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Countertops and Backsplashes,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Doors,
Exterior Painting,
Deck Maintenance,
Plumbing
FAQ
High Street Designs LLC is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
High Street Designs LLC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, High Street Designs LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, High Street Designs LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, High Street Designs LLC does not offer a senior discount.
No, High Street Designs LLC does not offer emergency services.
No, High Street Designs LLC does not offer warranties.
High Street Designs LLC offers the following services: We provide remodeling services (bathrooms, basements, decorative moldings), painting, carpentry and handyman services.
We are not home builders and do not do large additions.