Family owned & operated. Established Bencar Building Systems in the California bay area in 1985 until moving to Connecticut in 1995. One employee has been with us since 2003 and Nancy has worked in the office since the company started in Connecticut in 1999.
We have a Home Improvement Contractor license for Connecticut #577717 and carry all the necessary insurance - General Liability, Worker's Compensation and auto insurance - to be sure everyone stays safe on the job.
We have a good group of subcontractors that we use regularly. We make sure they all have their own insurance for the jobs as well.
Nancy and Mark enjoy working together in their business. In his spare time, Mark enjoys fishing and ice fishing and going to UConn football and men's basketball games. Nancy is a Big Sister to an 8 year old boy in Wallingford through the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program and loves being able to run around and be a kid when they're together.
Everything went great. Mark, Nancy and crew were on the job and communication from them was fantastic. From the start they sent a schedule, checked in with us to make sure we were satisfied as they were building, left the area as neat and orderly as can be expected. I wouldn't hesitate to hire them again.
Description of Work: Deck rebuild
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
Response from Bencar Building Systems, LLC
Thank you! We enjoyed working with you also!
Kevin S.
07/2014
2.0
decks, remodeling, home remodeling
+ 1 more
They did not stand by their work when there was a structure issue, Nancy and Mark Benson came and checked out the issue plus brought the engineer. That was the last we heard from them. We had to hire another contractor to add additional support in the basement to support the addition that Bencar built. kim sevarino
Description of Work: Update kitchen -deck - addition added.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
4.0
$146,934.57
John M.
01/2014
4.0
interior painters, doors
+ 0 more
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Description of Work: Installed a pocket door from our bedroom into a spare room which will now be a walk in closet. Added a linen closet. Refinished a swirled ceiling. Job went as planned and the work was fine. However they left our front door unlocked all weekend while we were away!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Response from Bencar Building Systems, LLC
Thank you for your review [Removed Member Name]. We're happy you like the work. We are sorry that our employees left the door unlocked and have changed our procedures to see that that doesn't happen again to anyone.
James K.
06/2013
4.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
Really nice to work with, enjoyed corresponding with them. They seemed very efficient and like they would get the job done well. But their estimate came in high - about 10-20K higher than the Contractor I ended up going with. When I suggested a couple of things which might reduce the estimate (i.e. engineered wood or laminate instead of hardwood, 2 coats of paint instead of 3), the response was basically and quot;noand quot;. And a bunch of reasons why they couldn't/shouldn't/wouldn't do that. With no other suggestions about reducing the cost.
Description of Work: Provided an estimate for renovations.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$83,000
Response from Bencar Building Systems, LLC
Thank you for your review [member name removed]. We are sorry we couldn't make the pricing work for your budget. We explained to you why the alternatives (laminate instead of hardwood, 2 coats of paint instead of 3) were not good choices for your living situation and they were based on professional expertise and experience. We are glad you found another contractor to do the work and we hope you are enjoying your home and living in Connecticut.
Diane V.
12/2012
5.0
home remodeling, remodeling, interior painters
+ 1 more
Mark and his crew took care of everything, ceiling scraping, removing the popcorn texture, taping and painting. They removed wallpaper from the bathroom walls and taped and repainted all the walls. To complete the tall walls in the den, they built a temporary structure that rested on the loft railing. They also moved all the furniture out of the house and returned it when the job was finished. I had interviewed three other contractors before a friend recommended BenCar. I felt I'd just be and quot;settlingand quot; with the others. As soon as I met with Mark,( who was on time for our appointment!), I knew I'd found the right company for the job. The deal maker was that they would work around us, and we wouldn't have to move out of the house. Mark and his staff were unfailingly polite and professional; they treated our house like a home, not a job site. The work was completed on time and on budget. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them or to use them again.
Description of Work: Due to water and ice damage, the ceilings and walls of the entire top floor of our house had to be repaired. That involved three bedrooms, a full bath, foyer, living room and a den with a 20ft cathedral ceiling. Furniture had to be moved from the house into temporary storage in a POD, then replaced after the work was completed.
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
$20,000
Response from Bencar Building Systems, LLC
Thank you for your review [member name]. We enjoyed working with you and hope you are enjoying your repaired home!
Catherine A.
10/2012
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
+ 0 more
Bencar was fantastic. Mark and Nancy make a perfect team. When they arrived the first day to give an estimate, they payed attention to my plan and my budget and also gave great suggestions to optimize the project. Although I was nervous about starting the bathroom and kitchen remodels after I moved in (due to my tight schedule), Bencar was very careful and covered everything in plastic including our new furniture and brand new rug. They sent a detailed schedule at the beginning of the project, and stuck to it - sometimes even getting ahead. I was very comfortable having them work while I had to be at my own job, and any questions I emailed to Nancy were always met with a response in less than 24 hours. I am very pleased with the results - the kitchen and bathrooms are beautiful! Because they were so good at communicating throughout the process, the punch list was short, and completed in a timely fashion. The price was in the mid-range of the estimates that I got, but I think the customer service and quality workmanship got me a really good value for my dollar. I would not hesitate a second to work with Mark and Nancy in the future!
Description of Work: Remodel of kitchen including plumbing, new cabinets, granite counters, tile backsplash. Complete remodel of 2.5 bathrooms including replacing all fixtures, tile floor, new shower and bath. Replaced all light fixtures in 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
$40,000
Response from Bencar Building Systems, LLC
Thank you for your review [member name]. We enjoyed working with you as well! You had a tight time schedule and we were happy we were able to make it all work for you.
BEVERLY A.
10/2011
5.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
Mark Benson is a thoroughly professional contractor. And the people he hires to subcontract some of his work have the same high standards. There is always a complete clean up of the work site. I do not hesitate to have them work at our property when we are not home.
Description of Work: Various projects in our house,including redoing floors, repairing chimney.
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
$1,000
Response from Bencar Building Systems, LLC
Thank you for your review (removed member name). We always enjoy working with you and we are happy you are pleased with the work we do.
jeffery M.
11/2010
5.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
again a great job not a nail or debris on my lawn.stairs and interior protected from damage,just a real pleasure to deal with.not the cheapest,but my wife had no worries of running out and leaving them unattended.A local small company we got a great job from
Description of Work: owner Mark came out and estimated on time and thorough.His crew and he showed on time and were neat and professional. Installed a full bay with siding change and a double window
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
$3,500
Response from Bencar Building Systems, LLC
Thank you for your review [member name removed]. We are happy you were pleased with our work.
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Service Categories
General Remodeling,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Interior Painting,
Decks and Porches,
Doors,
Windows,
Siding,
Roofing,
Drywall
FAQ
Bencar Building Systems, LLC is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Bencar Building Systems, LLC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Bencar Building Systems, LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, Bencar Building Systems, LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Bencar Building Systems, LLC does not offer a senior discount.
No, Bencar Building Systems, LLC does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Bencar Building Systems, LLC offers warranties.
Bencar Building Systems, LLC offers the following services: Room additions, kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, porches and decks, sheetrock repair, interior remodeling, siding & roofing.