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Leffler Construction
Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install, Electrical for Home Addition, Electrical Wiring or Panel Upgrade,
About us
Leffler Construction is a General Contractor company. We are licensed as General Contractor and do not carry a plumbing or electrical license. We are fully insured and bonded in Illinois. We specialize in Home Improvement Needs.
Business highlights
20 years of experience
Services we offer
Carpentry. Insulation. Cleaning Services. Concrete Services., Decks, Doors, Drywall Hanging & Finishing, Framing, Garages, General Construction. Windows, Painting, Remodels, Roofing, Room Additions, Sheds, Siding, Staining
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.214 Reviews
| Number of Stars | Image of Distribution | Number of Ratings |
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Showing 1-14 of 14 reviews
Karen G.
Oct 2016
Excellent work. Always punctual.
Mary H.
Dec 2015
We hired Leffler Construction to finish our basement but fired them before the project was complete due to a variety of problems.
Leffler also tried to use substandard insulation despite giving us a bid that included code compliant insulation. For example, he tried to use R11 insulation where R15 is minimum code.
Along with the insulation, we found him trying to 'nickle and dime us to death' on other issues. When he bid our project he told us that we were paying for mid-range finishes, then he repeatedly tried to use the cheapest products.
Leffler and/or his worker's also broke the legs on our utility sink, and instead of telling us about it, they hid the broken legs under a pile of construction supplies. They also broke our water heater. They did not reimburse us for their breakages.
Finally, we found Leffler's general conduct to be unprofessional. On a regular basis, he and his workers were either late or didn't show up at all, plus they left drink cans, food wrappers and assorted trash strewn around almost every day they worked.
I highly recommend NOT hiring this company.
- For starters, Neal Leffler and his partner did the electric themselves, though when Leffler bid the project he told us that a licensed electrician would do it.
The last time we had contact with him, Leffler assured us that his electric work was "perfect". A week later we had an electrician double check Leffler's work.
The electrician found (and repaired) three code violations in the work Leffler had claimed was perfect. The electrician also found that Leffler had left a live wire hanging loose within a half inch of contact with bare metal. Leffler never warned us about the dangerous live wire.
- As for Leffler's framing work -- they obviously did not use a level or square when framing our project They framed a closet door one inch wider at the top than the bottom so a door will not fit properly. They framed a window about two inches wider on one side than the other (and also noticeably crooked from top to bottom). And they framed a pony wall a couple inches out of square from top to bottom so it too is noticeably crooked.
Leffler also tried to use substandard insulation despite giving us a bid that included code compliant insulation. For example, he tried to use R11 insulation where R15 is minimum code.
Along with the insulation, we found him trying to 'nickle and dime us to death' on other issues. When he bid our project he told us that we were paying for mid-range finishes, then he repeatedly tried to use the cheapest products.
Leffler and/or his worker's also broke the legs on our utility sink, and instead of telling us about it, they hid the broken legs under a pile of construction supplies. They also broke our water heater. They did not reimburse us for their breakages.
Finally, we found Leffler's general conduct to be unprofessional. On a regular basis, he and his workers were either late or didn't show up at all, plus they left drink cans, food wrappers and assorted trash strewn around almost every day they worked.
I highly recommend NOT hiring this company.
Response from Leffler Construction
"Electrical: Customer had us leave the job before completing the electrical , I advised the customer to let us finish the electrical that was unfinished to ensure safety for them. They choose not to have us complete, leaving it unfinished at their risk as they stopped us before we could finish. Wall framing was done to customers specs on where they wanted it located. customer had tore out sub-floor and was doing part of the work themselves. Customer Insulated the 2nd floor project themselves and basing their "codes" from "google" . Un educated homeowners on any codes. Our company uses the Illinois Building Codes Book to meet standard codes. Plumbing was replaced in the customers basement and plumber installed new lines to water heater. was left in proper working condition with no issues. Customer's wash sink was not broken , legs were placed so they would not get thrown away. Customer had so much stuff in the basement it got lost in their junk, not construction debris. Customer was aware that in the mornings we would be picking up building supplies from the local lumber yard and times vary when we would arrive. Each stage of the project has delays while sub contractors are in there as well as other jobs we run besides this one, some days we are not able to work at the property due to scheduling which customer was always notified . Customer kept changing their minds from the original estimate , and that comes with a price adjustment. The customers could not agree on one thing together and was always wanting something changed and we were happy to do it but nothing is free as anyone knows. Our Company takes pride in our work and do anything to make the customers happy."
Hal D.
Sep 2015
Great service. Accommodated last minute changes and performed work exactly as described. Very good quality work. Finished room looks like it was original construction.
Response from Leffler Construction
"Thank you for your continued business with our company. !"
Brian L.
Sep 2015
They did a quick and professional job. Had it all done in roughly 3 days. We had rain on the first day which slowed things down a little, but they did prep work for the next day. I only have one small complaint, because I had to pick up water bottles, Gator-ade bottles and a pop can after the cement contractor was done. This was not Leffler Construction who did this but a contractor who works with them on cement work. The cement contractor did an excellent job otherwise.
Response from Leffler Construction
"Thank you for your business Brian, We look forward to future projects with you!"
Barb C.
Aug 2015
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Response from Leffler Construction
"Thank you for your business Barbara! We hope you enjoy your new porch!"
Karen G.
Jul 2015
Workers were always punctual and worked very hard. We are very pleased. They put drywall, insulation, painted, added doors, and updated ceiling. Will use them again.
Response from Leffler Construction
"Thank you for your business, we loved completing your project."
Mary E.
May 2015
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Response from Leffler Construction
"Customer purchased door through store that came with the lock strike plates mis-aligned causing deadbolt not to lock when handle was latched. customer has home made roof over both doors that are not water tight causing excessive water to downpour on top of new doors as well as the exisiting siding was not properly installed causing water to enter. Customer knew of the existing condition of her home that needed addition repairs. Work was stopped due to check customer wrote that did not clear the bank."
Cathie C.
May 2015
They did an excellent job you would never know there was a door there.
**UPDATE 7/9/2015** They were supposed to come back to seal the door off. I called them three weeks later and left a message but did not receive a response so I called them another time two weeks after that. The service provider ensured me that he would send people out to finish the job and seal the door/ make everything flush so all I would have to do it paint. I should have also received a 10% senior discount ($50 on the $500 bill) which I never received. He said that Angie's List was supposed to pay me the discount which is not true. I felt that was poor professionalism and poor business. In the end, he didn't finish the job and it doesn't look like he plans to finish the job.
**UPDATE 7/9/2015** They were supposed to come back to seal the door off. I called them three weeks later and left a message but did not receive a response so I called them another time two weeks after that. The service provider ensured me that he would send people out to finish the job and seal the door/ make everything flush so all I would have to do it paint. I should have also received a 10% senior discount ($50 on the $500 bill) which I never received. He said that Angie's List was supposed to pay me the discount which is not true. I felt that was poor professionalism and poor business. In the end, he didn't finish the job and it doesn't look like he plans to finish the job.
Response from Leffler Construction
"Customer Was quoted to remove existing door and install exterior siding to cover old opening as well as insulate opening and hang new drywall on interior of new framing. Customer advised that she would cover the new drywall with wallpaper and only wanted the new drywall hung."
Mary H.
Mar 2015
We did a DIY replacement of our living room drywall. We also taped and mudded the joints ourselves. Our DIY tape job almost immediately started cracking, peeling, and popping out of the dried mud.
So we hired Leffler's to repair the bad drywall joints. They replaced all the joint tape and re-mudded it. They also filled holes and repaired torn drywall paper throughout the room. It now has a professional finish that looks drastically better than our DIY job.
Leffler's also skim coated over an old 1980's textured wall surface in our bedroom. Their drywall finisher did an outstanding job. He coated over the old texture to a perfectly smooth finish, leveled big lumps that were on most of the ceiling's drywall joints, and leveled big bumps that were around the light switch and outlets. Our light switch and outlet covers now sit flush against the wall for the first time.
Highly recommend Leffler's skim coating to anybody who wants to smooth out and level a textured wall surface.
Price was for a 23 X 13 foot living room and 11 X 11 foot bedroom.
So we hired Leffler's to repair the bad drywall joints. They replaced all the joint tape and re-mudded it. They also filled holes and repaired torn drywall paper throughout the room. It now has a professional finish that looks drastically better than our DIY job.
Leffler's also skim coated over an old 1980's textured wall surface in our bedroom. Their drywall finisher did an outstanding job. He coated over the old texture to a perfectly smooth finish, leveled big lumps that were on most of the ceiling's drywall joints, and leveled big bumps that were around the light switch and outlets. Our light switch and outlet covers now sit flush against the wall for the first time.
Highly recommend Leffler's skim coating to anybody who wants to smooth out and level a textured wall surface.
Price was for a 23 X 13 foot living room and 11 X 11 foot bedroom.
Response from Leffler Construction
"Thanks for the Great review, we enjoyed completing your 1st floor project!"
Ava B.
Feb 2015
Top Quality professional workmanship , On time every day , Clean up everyday, All workers all very polite , professional and Neat appearance, Left Entire Job spotless clean cannot rave enough on the Compliments I have received on all work that was totally completed in the timely manner that was promised , Very happy with the price of entire workmanship of the entire Job .Would recommend to every one that needs any Construction done .
Gaelane R.
Jul 2014
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Response from Leffler Construction
"Deck products were standard quality products. Installation was correct. Manufacture defective materials are the cause of this. Customer is un educated in facts about treated lumber and construction process"
Jeremy S.
Jan 2014
Neal and his partner showed up on time, did a good job installing and wrapping the windows, and then made sure they cleaned up after themselves. The quality of work was very good and a very professional crew. I will be contacting Neal for more of my construction needs!
Response from Leffler Construction
"Thank you [member name removed] For your review. Thank you for the continued business."
Terry J.
Oct 2013
Everything went great. Project was completed according to the schedule they laid out. They provided all services to complete the project from framing to flooring to hanging interior doors. Overall I am more than satisfied with the outcome and the price was very reasonable. All of his crew were very professional and good at what they do. We provided the bathroom fixtures, flooring and cieling fans and they installed the stuff we provided and they provided the rest of the materials to complete the project. You can check out Leffler Contructions Facebook page and see pictures of the finished basement project. I am glad that I found them on Angies List or I may have never been able to get this project competed. They provided the best bang for the buck by far.
Response from Leffler Construction
"Thank you [member name removed] for the review and the business. We loved completing your basement project!"
Ava B.
May 2013
Perfect in every way Professional Work in all areas and all the clean up was done
Response from Leffler Construction
"Thank you [member name removed] for the review and your business over the years, we look forward to the future projects with you!"
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FAQ
Leffler Construction is currently rated 4.2 overall out of 5.
Leffler Construction accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Leffler Construction offers free project estimates.
No, Leffler Construction does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Leffler Construction does not offer a senior discount.
No, Leffler Construction does not offer emergency services.
No, Leffler Construction does not offer warranties.