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Shear Construction & Management, LLC

Kitchen and Bath Remodeling, General Remodeling, Homebuilders,

About us

Shear Construction & Management is a leading General Contractor, Custom Homebuilder, and Remodeling expert, servicing Golden Beach, Bal Harbour, Bay Harbour, Miami Beach, Fisher Island, Indian Creek, Key Biscayne, Coral Gables, Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay. We have established a track record of quality and performance and have proven ourselves to countless satisfied homeowners over the years. We deliver extraordinary product, building luxurious amenities and the highest-quality craftsmanship into each and every project. From our custom estates and waterfront home projects to our townhouse, condominium and business remodels, our award winning design and unparalleled construction quality is showcased throughout South Florida. Choosing Shear to build or remodel your home, condo, or business means access to the best craftsman and finest materials. It also means working closely with a courteous team of professionals, dedicated to making your experience the joy of a lifetime. Regardless of budget, every one of Shear’s projects has built-in luxury. Our talented team will guide your through every phase of your project to help ensure you’ll have the home you’ve always dreamed of. Whether custom building a new home, adding space, performing a full renovation, or simply updating a kitchen or bathroom, our design team and architects provide resources to each customer to help transform the idea of your dream home into a reality.

Business highlights

17 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

New construction, custom homes, home additions, home remodels, kitchen & bath remodels, closets, millwork, crown, cabinetry, wood and marble flooring, windows, doors, driveways, pavers, roofing, A/C system, plumbing, electrical, painting, plastering, stucco, drywall, countertops, railings, generators, docks & sea walls.

Services we don't offer

n/a

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.721 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
81%
4
5%
3
0%
2
10%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.4
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-21 of 21 reviews

Keith N.
04/2015
4.0
plumbing, home remodeling
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: I've known Gary Shear for many years and have referred him before.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Maria S.
09/2014
5.0
appliance repair, countertops, decks, woodworking, doors, home remodeling
  + 4 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Geraldine C.
04/2014
1.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
I called for an estimate on a wall replacement, bathroom renovation, and a kitchen renovation. Someone came out about a week later and said he would get back with me in two days with an estimate. Three weeks later l still had not heard from him so I called the office. Two days after that the he called and said that they were too busy and could not do my job. This really messed up my time frame. Why didn't he just tell me up front that he couldn't do the job?
Description of Work: Nothing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Victoria A.
02/2014
5.0
home remodeling, flooring contractor, hardwood floor
  + 1 more
on budget, on time, in full. He always responded to our calls, he did a very good job.
Description of Work: He fix the wood floors (he had to remove the damaged one and install it again) Also, he extended a cover area.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70

Tom H.
02/2014
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
Great! It was a real pleasure working with this company. Not only the job was done very well and on time, the owner made us feel like we were his only clients (and we could be demanding). We would use them again for our next project. We had received quotes that were less, but I doubt they would have provided the quality of work Shear did.
Description of Work: Redid the whole master bathroom floor, counter top. Removed old marble floor, cabinets, vanity, giant bathtub... Put new terrazzo floors, new tub, refnished cabinets and vanity. new counter tops. new toilet.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000

gregg G.
08/2013
2.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
Started Jan 2 for 6-8 WEEKS and ended Dec 3. The tile man was horrible. We fired him three times, but Gary Shear intervened and told us that the tile man would do better. He didn't. The tile in the showers are loose and have tape on them to hold them in place. The shower tiles (very expensive) are chipped by poor cutting techniques. The floor tiles have hollow spots and some individual floor tiles were replaced 5 times and still aren't right. The tile man used an abrasive to clean the grout on a high gloss tile and ruined 35% of the tile. Gary did offer to replace the floor tile but after 11 months we said, "No way." and took a cash settlement and 1,000 ft of tile instead. They installed 4 floating marble counter tops and not one was level from front to back (later fixed) and one is seperating from the wall 5 months later. The plumber installed the expensive bidet handles too tightly and it stripped in January. (Also the pipes bang in the master bath when turned off.) Their clean up was lousy and one employee was confronted for stealing and 2 items disappeared. The shower man chipped numerous tiles installing the three shower doors and completely screwed up and drilled a hole in the tile wall by accident. (Due to multiple tile replacements, there were no spare tiles to fix the one with the hole so it is still in the wall. We have few to no tile in reserve except for the floor.) The hurricane windows were installed and leaked during the next rain. Caulk from the windows and doors were on the walls, trees, and bushes. A large chip in a granite counter top with a poorly installed patch that has fallen out. Framing and drywall was good. Drywall patching was excellent. Custom cabinetry was excellent. Cabinet installation was rough with some damage. Baseboards throughout the house are not flush with the floor. I would recommend with concern Shear Construction for framing, drywall, and custom cabinets with a VERY clear contract and daily inspections.
Description of Work: hurricane windows and doors, renovated 3 bathrooms, new tile floor, moved wall in master bedroom, floor to ceiling cabinets in master bedroom,

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0

$145,000

James K.
07/2013
2.0
home remodeling, remodeling
  + 0 more
Never heard from him again! We had the feeling that we would not hear from this company after he left. He took very few notes (that means he is very good at what he does or really doesn't want the job) and never asked one question about what we wanted to achieve. We must have the worst luck with all of these "A" rated Angie's List companies, out of the four that we contacted regarding this job, only this one bothered to even show up. And then this one really didn't want to be bothered to do the job.
Description of Work: He did stop by and took a few notes on the remodel of two bathrooms and said that he would give us a quote in about a week.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from Shear Construction & Management, LLC
The comment is quite unfair in light of what transpired. The fact that three other contractors failed to show up may have created a preconceived notion that we also were not interested in the project. In fact, we were delighted to meet the homeowner and to provide a complimentary estimate. The level of note taking is commensurate with the size and complexity of a project and should not be used to gauge contractor interest levels. The facts are as follows: Shear was first contacted by homeowner on July 12; met on-site the very next day, and generated a proposal within 13 days of the initial contact. Unfortunately we used an incorrect email address and our proposal did not reach the homeowner leading to the assumption was that we failed to follow through. Our Policy is to follow up with all leads on the 5th business day, and as such, this lead was on our August 1 call list. We immediately contacted the homeowner this morning (July 31) after Angie’s List alerted us of the negative review. We attempted to explain our position, and error, however the owner became irritated and abruptly cut off the call. Our other Angie’s List reviews show the great pride we take in all areas of customer service and communication standards and this incident was a rare and unfortunate case of unintentional miscommunication.

Stephen P.
05/2013
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
He was very responsive and nice. He was a very good general contractor.
Description of Work: Shear Construction & Management, LLC gave me a quote for general remodeling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$245,000

Alba D.
05/2013
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
See above
Description of Work: We made an appt for an estimate and they came out on the day and at the time promised. I had water damage to a second floor bathroom that came from an a/c unit on the roof. The walls had been water soaked and mold was starting to form. The estimate so was reasonable, that I asked them if they would paint the entire downstairs and the 2-story wall on the stairs. They did all of the work in 2 days. The work was done beautifully and the painting is even better. And they cleaned up afterwards! I have recommended them to several of my friends and would recommend them to anyone else who needs any construction work and/or painting. I would not hesitate to hire them again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

Gracie L.
04/2013
5.0
home remodeling, concrete driveways
  + 0 more
Gary was punctual and very professional, he shows great knowledge and experience of what he does. Unfortunately our budget was much lower than his quote. I'm pretty sure that he charges accordingly to his experience and the quality of his work. At this moment we were recovering from a great monetary loss and we were trying to save as much as possible, the bathroom remodeling was not in our plans, we had to demolish it due to a leaking pipe that also extended the damage outside in our driveway If it wasn't for our situation Shear Construction was the best candidate for this job.
Description of Work: Bathroom remodeling, fixing driveway, and adjusting kitchen cabinets hardware.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Gerardo C.
01/2013
5.0
home remodeling, flooring contractor, custom cabinets, countertops, interior painters
  + 3 more
Gary was a complete professional from the first day we met for his estimate. He made it clear that the price wouldn't be the lowest but that the quality would be the best and I can truly say that the result turned out fantastic. Gary and his team were a pleasure to work with from the early stages of design all the way through wrapping up any little details that were left behind. They helped my vision for my kitchen come alive with great recommendations that would tie in to the basic elements I had already decided. I would not have been able to imagine all of the little things which come up during a remodel of this scale but the Shears team had an attention to detail which helped make this process easy.
Description of Work: Full Kitchen Remodel including flooring, cabinets, countertops and paint

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70,000

Jaret T.
12/2012
5.0
remodeling, home builders, home remodeling, closet systems, hardwood floor, interior painters
  + 4 more
Gary is a fantastic contractor. He is extremely reliable and very responsive. He would answer calls and emails at any time of day (or night). We joked that he never slept. I will definitely be using his firm in the future for additional renovations and will refer him to all friends. He is getting our work done extremely fast and will likely finish before he originally estimated.
Description of Work: Master bathroom addition, custom closets, refinish wood flooring, painting, constructing in-ground hot tub

Rating CategoryRating 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

Edward W.
11/2012
5.0
handyman service, appliance repair
  + 0 more
I have only great things to say about them. They have been very trustworthy and they always do a great job.
Description of Work: They have been responsible for two properties that I own. The cost above is accumulative for all the repairs they have done. They most recently gave me an estimate on what it would be to fix some property damage. For the other property they did some appliance repair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000

Lynn P.
11/2012
5.0
home remodeling, plumbing
  + 0 more
I liked him very much. He was right on time for our appointment. He was easy to talk to. I intend to get the work done by his company for this project. All of the people from his company that I have interacted with have been very helpful and accommodating--they even kept the showroom open late for me because I got lost on the way.
Description of Work: I got an estimate from Gary for a kitchen update and to have some plumbing leaks repaired.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Anna G.
09/2012
5.0
home remodeling, home builders
  + 0 more
We contacted Gary Shear while at a home and remodeling show and gave him our information in order to obtain a quote for remodeling of 2 bathrooms and an outside Tiki Hut. He contacted us within a week to set up an appointment to come to our home and discuss the different things we wanted done. On the day of our appointment he called to confirm his arrival time and kept us up to the moment of his arrival. We discussed all the areas we wanted to remodel and felt very confident in his ability to understand what we wanted from our remodel job. He was very professional and explained everything in detail and to our satisfaction. We were promised a proposal by the end of the week and we received the same as promised. He was the first estimate we got so although we found the quote to be higher than we expected we do not have any other quotes to compare them with and we will be obtaining a couple more in order to make an educated decision within our budget. I would recommend this contractor because I think if he performs the job with the same organization, promptness and understanding of the job as he showed in giving the estimate, we would be very satisfied.
Description of Work: Estimate of remodeling of 2 bathrooms and miscellaneous work

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Keval P.
09/2012
5.0
drywall, handyman service, home remodeling, architect, home builders, custom cabinets, cabinet refacing, contractors, woodworking, closet systems, decks, electrician, flooring contractor, hardwood floor, interior designers, remodeling, sunrooms, replacement windows, roofing, doors, lighting, interior painters, pool cleaners
  + 21 more
Gary Shear was phenomenal start to finish. He came and spent a lot of time to put together the initial quote. He was very helpful with ideas and all of the promises he made were kept. What is differentiating, is that he has his own company and employees, so they do all their own work and literally had 5-6 guys working on our house everyday. We've renovated before (using a different contractor) and the most frustrating thing is to visit the renovation to find very little progress made. That never happened with Gary. His job is to get your work done so he can move on to his next project. Our other two quotes were 4-5 months and Gary's was 10 weeks. We did a ton of work and it was amazing that he got it done on time! Also, Gary never pushed the truth, was always reachable and available, organized and never pushed for money. This is extremely rare for contractors in S. Fla! In terms of quality of work, the work was top notch and thorough. If we didn't like how something looked or was done, they would redo it without any hint of opposition. His team is trustworthy and skilled. Gary will admit that he isn't the cheapest (maybe 10% or so more), but trust me that is negligible, bc the money you will save by getting the job done faster and the hassle factor, make it a no brainer decision. I can't emphasize how great it was to work with Shear Construction - they will do our next house and are already coming in to do some more work in the kitchen.
Description of Work: We renovated a house and did a lot of work which included: - Redoing the roof - Replaced all windows and doors with impact glass - Re-did the outdoor deck - Railings - Bathrooms - Some work in kitchen - Flooring upstairs - Painting - Resurface pool - Lighting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150,000

Mel K.
08/2012
5.0
remodeling, drywall
  + 0 more
We had to completely remove our entryway ceiling in order for our A/C contractor to remove and replace the 60 year old leaking, non functioning A/C blower. It was a pretty small job as construction jobs go. Luckily we were put in contact with Gary and his company Shear Construction through a co-worker. With such a small job, we were worried we would be low on the scheduling list and or would get tradesmen coming in that were not the best he had to offer. That was not the case. Gary was great. He treated us as if this were a multi-million dollar project. He was always quick to respond when we had a question. And the different tradesmen that came in were polite, professional, good at their craft, and did a nice job cleaning up after themselves. We will definitely use them again when needed.
Description of Work: Demolition and debris removal of an entry way lathe and plaster ceiling. Ceiling replaced with new structural framing, drywall, taping and finished compound application ready for paint.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,700

Judith N.
01/2012
5.0
home builders, remodeling, home remodeling
  + 1 more
I couldn't be happier with the results of the new kitchen. It's beautiful! Gary Shear and Mike Miller were great and the whole team of skilled professionals did such quality work. It complelely changed the look of the downstairs living space. I love my new kitchen! Thanks!
Description of Work: I recently had my galley kitchen completely renovated. I wanted to open the kitchen up to the dining and living rooms. It was so completely closed off and generic looking.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$34,000

Linda A.
01/2012
5.0
handyman service
  + -1 more
They're wonderful. I've used them for all the work on our home. They're with us for life. If you call the owner and he's out, he's calling you back or texting you. He's constantly on the ball. If there's a problem, he's right here. He's just wonderful. We really lucked out when we found him.
Description of Work: Shear Construction & Management LLC did general repairs on our house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

ferne T.
11/2011
5.0
home builders
  + -1 more
Started and completed on schedule. Everything was to our satisfaction. Actually stood by things after warranty expired. Wonderful!
Description of Work: Thrilled from start to finish-no issues at all. They built our personal home in Miami. Love it!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000,000

Linda A.
07/2011
5.0
home builders, remodeling
  + 0 more
The construction went smoothly and quick. I was kept informed almost on a daily basis on the status of permits, schedules, and possible, if any, delays. I could not have asked for a more professional, no-nonsense, ORGANIZED contractor who always has a smile on his face!
Description of Work: Shear Construction is the absolute company to go to if you need to build a home, make additions to an existing home, or need remodeling. The owner of this company is a non-stop workaholic! He can ALWAYS be reached and responds to any phone calls. emails, or texts, LITERALLY within minutes! His office staff and laborers are courteous, professional, and very neat. We remodeled out entire home and would gladly do it again it was that easy! Time is the utmost importance to this company. They understand that a homeowner under construction wants the job done right but FAST! Shear Construction understands that and the commitment to quality is exceptional. I would definitely use Shear Construction again for any future projects. I have recommended them to other people and they are just as pleased as I am. Believe me, you will not be sorry with this company!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

    Contact information

    6817 SW 81st Terrace, Miami, FL 33143

    www.shearrenovation.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed

    Licensing

    Insured
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    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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    Service Categories

    Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
    General Remodeling,
    Homebuilders,
    Interior Painting,
    Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation,
    Handyman Services,
    Flooring Sales and Installation,
    Doors,
    Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
    Plumbing,
    Drywall,
    Decks and Porches

    FAQ

    Shear Construction & Management, LLC is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Thursday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Saturday: Closed

    Shear Construction & Management, LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, Shear Construction & Management, LLC offers free project estimates.
    No, Shear Construction & Management, LLC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Shear Construction & Management, LLC does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Shear Construction & Management, LLC does not offer emergency services.
    Yes, Shear Construction & Management, LLC offers warranties.
    Shear Construction & Management, LLC offers the following services: New construction, custom homes, home additions, home remodels, kitchen & bath remodels, closets, millwork, crown, cabinetry, wood and marble flooring, windows, doors, driveways, pavers, roofing, A/C system, plumbing, electrical, painting, plastering, stucco, drywall, countertops, railings, generators, docks & sea walls.
    n/a

    Contact information

    6817 SW 81st Terrace, Miami, FL 33143

    www.shearrenovation.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday:
    9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed