Brian R Kates Restoration & Construction
About us
We build custom solutions for people.... whether it be a new deck, bathroom, kitchen, addition or windows. We try to add value through our years of experience as there are always new products each year that fit different customer's needs. We are most interested in being able to provide a high return on your investment - of which you will be proud to own and want to show off to customers. Brian holds an unrestricted license for both commercial and residential structures, EPA Certified, Registered Home Improvement Contractor, holds an "A" on Angie's list by our customers. Lastly, has an MBA which has come in handy on larger more complex projects. Email [email protected] or call 508-333-5793 to discuss your project goals.
Business highlights
Services we offer
Remodeling-general, kitchen & bathroom. Frame structures. Decks. Windows. Siding. Cabinetry. Carpentry. Closets. Doors. Drywall. Electrical. Plumbing. Garage doors. Masonry. Painting. Roofing.
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Brian was our last contractor to provide a bid for us. He was very detailed in his work and even suggested some work on the railings that we needed. He was very prompt and detailed oriented with his work. Took the 2 days he said it would take.
We love the way the lattice fencing looks and we would absolutely use him in the future. We highly recommend him and his work.
The work came out beautiful and he even used better hardware than the manufacturers provided as he knew the screws provided would not keep the caps on the railings without loosening in the future. Cleaned up after himself and did the finished product looked great.
Brian and his crew were professional, did what they said they would do. Gave an estimate and then communicated clearly throughout the project and stuck with the plan and the estimate.
Brian was very thoughtful and added value throughout the project. Honest, smart, skilled leader.
Everything went great! Brian was timely and always very professional and upfront about detail of work and cost. -- No surprises.
It was obvious that there was a lot of thought put into a job before performing it. I had a deck which other contractors told me had to be rebuilt. Brian managed to save the whole deck by lifting it and repositioning it rather than taking it apart. That saved me thousands of dollars. His other work also exceeded expectation. I always knew what was happening and why.
Since my late husband was a building contractor, I have some understanding of the business and look for certain characteristics (positive and negative) in a potential hire. I've been impressed with not only the knowledge level of this provider, but also the professionalism of his communication and performance. I haven't met many of those who work with him, but have been totally satisfied with those I have.
I would definitely recommend "Brian R Kates Restoration and Construction" to others looking for a reputable contractor and have done so in the past.
Brian came in and viewed the work to be done, remove & replace drop down attic stairs. He removed the old stairs and when he went to put up the new one which I had purchased he discovered it was to small for the opening. We decided I would look for another one of the correct size. Brian was great about the whole thing and came back a few days later and finished the job by replacing the stairs.
Great guy, very personable and I will recommend him to friends and family in a heartbeat.
Thanks Brian
Dick
When I called Brian to engage him for the job, he arrived the same day at the time appointed. He had all tools and equipment needed to complete the job.
This was not a one person cabinet but Brian knew exactly how to get the job done. He is very competent and worked efficiently.
He was professional and friendly, I would certainly use him again.
We can't recommend Brian and Kates Construction enough. They are a small 2 man team, but they can get the job done. Will definitely use them again and have been very happy with the different projects. If he is not comfortable doing a specific job or feels someone else could do it better, he will tell you. A great thing!
Highly recommend Kates Construction.
"Reading reviews such as "cheated" I feel is disheartening, aside from false and slanderous especially when in this particular situation, I worked extensively with this customer to make sure that he was satisfied, he was made aware that the expected time to be spent was quickly being used up because of the extra work that he was requesting and our contract was based on time and materials. Reading this seven months after we satisfactorily completed the job, complimented by full payment by the customer of all invoices reinforces that we did the work as detailed and described by the customer. With regards to the house being dry - we hand washed the trim with household cleaner, which dries very quickly, so as to make sure that nothing effected the areas of the house that were not going to be touched. We can not take responsibility for old paint that may peel because of previous bad paint jobs. Also, this customer picked out materials that are not recommended to be used on wood as per the manufacturer's instructions on the labels of the products which may have something to do more with the peeling situation described. Because of the nature of the work, and the customer's desire to watch over and manage every aspect of the job, we did this job on time and material. As a business owner, I am glad that we did as I would have been paying to have this person's house painted as his requests to do things in the way he wanted are not normally done of which we were happy to do it the way he wanted it despite him not wanting to listen to any advice or recommendations by us, or by paint manufacturers. Throughout this process, he was reminded that we are running beyond the budgeted time to which he replied, "don't worry about it". Throughout the process, I reminded customer that we were running out of our expected time and budget of which he ignored. Some examples of questions were that in one part of the house, which was three stories high, the customer insisted we missed an area several times which we did not and finally was able to satisfy him by videoing the complete area and showing this to him."
In my opinion, Brian is a consummate professional whose greatest strength is a strong intellect and a great capacity to think creatively.
I have placed a tremendous amount of trust in Brian's capabilities and judgement and have been well rewarded by that faith.
Do not hesitate to hire Brian as I have the utmost of confidence in his abilities.
Work done as specified and in a timely manner.
The result was excellent. The new windows were a huge improvement. They greatly improved the brightness and feel of the room.The new windows were casements that slid open and featured a built-in screen. What I had expected to be a repair turned into a big improvement.!
Brian is very personable and responsible. A very positive experience.
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