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Swartz Builders
Acoustic Ceiling Tiles Install, Major Home Repair (General Contractor), Garage Remodeling,
About us
For over three decades, Swartz Builders has been pursuing excellence in every area of the home renovation industry. From the moment you share your dream with us, until the day that we have successfully transformed that dream into a reality, we strive to make the complete process an enjoyable and satisfying one. No detail is left to chance. That is our goal and driving passion for every project with which we are entrusted. We are owner operated with 4 Employees and provide a high quality service. Give us a call for an estimate today!
Business highlights
34 years of experience
Services we offer
Home Additions, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling, Basement Remodeling, Living Area Remodeling, Exterior Remodeling, Masonry repairs & Masonry New Builds, and General Home Maintenance, (Gutter Cleaning, Exterior Rotted Wood Repair, Seal Chimney Caps, Screen Repair, Ice Dam Removal, Moving Heavy Furniture, Electrical and Plumbing Repairs and Much More)
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Reviews
5.035 Reviews
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Beverly P.
Sep 2025
It was a wonderful experience. They were reliable, very professional, communication was stellar. I was never left hanging for information and I'm very satisfied with the work that was done and with the workers who did the job. I plan to hire them again for a kitchen renovation in the near future. I have every confidence in them and the quality of their work.
Response from Swartz Builders
"It truly was a privilege to team up with you! Thank you for the trust you put in us and for the very kind review. It's much appreciated! Philip"
Nancy B.
Apr 2021
Phil and the entire crew were excellent from start to finish. They are true professionals, with great attention for details. Our project was extensive with several stages, but Phil kept in close contact with us the entire time. Always easy to reach, attentive, and quick to respond to our questions or ideas. The team from Paintworks, their painting company made our walls look perfect. Every person that worked in our home was professional, kind and felt like family by the end. Every day ended with a clean-up of the entire work space. They cared for and respected our home like it was their own. We cannot say enough good things about Swartz Builders and Paintworks. We highly recommend them and we will call upon them again in the future for other projects. Our home is absolutely beautiful and we are proud to have friends come over!
Response from Swartz Builders
"Thank you [Member Name Removed] for your very kind review of our company. Our clients satisfaction is our driving goal in every project. You and [Member Name Removed] were absolutely some of the best clients we have ever worked with, and we sincerely appreciate the trust you placed on our company to remodel your home! We look forward to working with you and [Member Name Removed] again in the future! With Sincere Gratitude!! Phil"
Patricia F.
Mar 2020
Exceptional workmanship and quality throughout in execution aa d character.
Response from Swartz Builders
"Thank you so much for your kind words and positive feedback regarding our company! It was a privilege to team up with you for your various remodeling projects, both large and small. We take the trust that you have placed in our company very seriously, and we will always strive to meet and exceed your expectations! Again, thank you for taking the time to post such a wonderful review. We sincerely appreciate it!"
Patricia F.
Apr 2016
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Response from Swartz Builders
"Thank you for your kind words! We greatly appreciate this wonderful feedback regarding your experience with our company! Our entire team considers it to be a privilege to work with quality people like you. The end product at your beautiful home is stunning, and it is our hope that you are thoroughly enjoying your new sunroom! We believe that your project is a perfect example of our company slogan, which is, "The Difference is in the Details"!"
Anne R.
Nov 2015
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Shrikala V.
Apr 2015
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Paul R.
Feb 2015
All of the work on my garage was done in a very professional manner and left me very pleased with the end result. Throughout my experience with Swartz Builders they were very honest and straightforward with me about their availability, the cost of different options, and how long they would need to do the job right. Probably the thing that I liked most about Swartz was that they were very honest with me up front when I called for a quote on my job. I worked directly with the president of the company (who did a great job checking up with me throughout the job and making sure I was happy) and he told me right up front that they were too busy to give me a quote at the time with the reality that they were swamped with work already and would not be able to do the work for me for 6 months or more. I appreciated that they told me the truth rather than trying to cram my job in with all the others and not give me the attention I would need. The president even gave me names of other contractors that he believed could complete the work for me in a timely fashion based on my project description. I was not diligent enough in pursuing these other contractors, but it was nice that he tried to help me out even though it wouldn't make him any richer for his effort. It just happened to work out that I was not in a rush to get the job done and I called them back some months later to see when they could fit me in. At this point they had some free time coming up and they told me they would get my job started first thing when the weather warmed up in the spring (I live in Michigan and an outdoor project like mine is no fun in the winter). They came out with snow still on the ground to look over the garage and give me a quote. They gave me plenty of options to obtain the desired result that I wanted with more or less cost involved and I agreed to have them come out and perform the work. I was assigned a very nice job manager which I became well acquainted with throughout the time the project was ongoing. He always called me or spoke with me in person every day that work was being carried out and he made sure to contact me immediately if any unforeseen circumstances came up that delayed any work. Another observation I made is that the job manager had no trouble with me sticking around and viewing their work which says a lot about their practices and pride in what they were doing. He also took time to explain different improvements to me, why some work had to be done a certain way per code or best practice, and he worked through different design decisions with me that needed to be made on the spot. Every day of the project the job manager and any other employees helping him out would show up in a timely fashion, would work hard to get the job done (as long as the weather allowed it), and cleaned up after themselves at the end of the day. The end result looks great and I had no problem paying for their work. The individuals I worked with were great to deal with on a professional and personal level and I had no qualms about leaving them on their own to complete my garage project. I would highly recommend this company for any type of general construction or re-modelling project you may have!
Heather B.
Oct 2014
This is the second time I've hired Swartz and with my first experience, they did a fantastic job. They were responsive, professional, respectful, and curtious. The attention to detail was remarkable.
The most significant aspect of the job was the painting. We had 4 bedrooms, a hallway, 7 interior doors, 4 closet doors, a stairway and an entryway repainted. Swartz spent a good two weeks sanding, pathching nail holes, patching staple marks (the stairs had been previously carpeted and were riddled with staple holes), and prepping the walls. The prep work is always the most difficult part of painting and Swartz didn't cut any corners. I've hired other painters in the past and not one spent as much time prepping/fixing then Swartz. The finished product is fantastic! The walls, the doors, the trim, the STAIRS look amazing.
In the 3 plus weeks, they were in our home; they were always on time, cleaned up their supplies every day, vaccuumed their mess and were very polite.
The most significant aspect of the job was the painting. We had 4 bedrooms, a hallway, 7 interior doors, 4 closet doors, a stairway and an entryway repainted. Swartz spent a good two weeks sanding, pathching nail holes, patching staple marks (the stairs had been previously carpeted and were riddled with staple holes), and prepping the walls. The prep work is always the most difficult part of painting and Swartz didn't cut any corners. I've hired other painters in the past and not one spent as much time prepping/fixing then Swartz. The finished product is fantastic! The walls, the doors, the trim, the STAIRS look amazing.
In the 3 plus weeks, they were in our home; they were always on time, cleaned up their supplies every day, vaccuumed their mess and were very polite.
Response from Swartz Builders
"We want to thank you again for choosing to work with our team! We consider it to be a privilege to work with quality people like you, and we are honored that you chose to work with our team on another project. Hopefully your family is now enjoying the beautiful upgrades to your home!"
Adam S.
Mar 2014
Swartz was absolutely great. They were able to provide all services we had for our kitchen remodel and Picked up a lot slack when they didn't need to. They helped us acquire all of the services we needed. I just can't say enough, if you have any remodel work, GO WITH SWARTZ!!
Alex S.
Oct 2013
I can?t say enough good things about Swartz and the job they did on our house. Aaron and his team are absolute professionals. A major kitchen remolding project is very inconvenient for everyone living in the house (especially when you have kids). Aaron?s team does everything possible to make sure the job is done quickly and correctly. The Swartz team is very good about working with anyone (wife, me, or both) at any time. They were also very respectful of being in someone else's home. This was especially important since both my wife and toddler were home most of the time while work was being done. The project manager assigned to our project (Michael) was outstanding. From the very start we talked almost daily. He always made sure my concerns were quickly addressed. He was also very helpful at suggesting changes to my kitchen design to improve the look and feel. It was Michael?s willingness for this back and forth communication that enabled this project to be successful.
Some of the best things about Swartz include:
1) Customer service:
I never worked with a contractor more dedicated to customer service than Swartz Builders. From the start they do everything possible to make sure you are satisfied with the job they are doing. Having a project manager assigned to the job makes everything so much easier and less stressful. You always know someone is there to answer your questions.
2) Responsiveness:
a. Project: The responsiveness of Aaron and his team was outstanding. My primary means of communication with Aaron and his project manager was by text message. I don?t think I waited more than a few hours for a response to any question or concern.
b. Quote process: The quote process with Swartz did take about 3 or 4 months from the time I initially called to final quote. However, when you get a final quote it is done right. Everything is itemized in detail so you know exactly what you are paying for and why. This kind of quote takes time and requires the customer to have a detailed project plan (drawings, materials, etc.) prior to the quote being developed. Don?t expect a detailed quote unless you have a reasonable firm detailed project plan.
3) Quality:
Outstanding. Everything they do is top rate. When had concerns with how something was done, the project manager would walk me thought it so I understood why it was done that way and made sure I was satisfied with the work.
4) Price/Value:
If you are looking for a budget contractor Swartz is not it. I gave them an ?A? because of the excellent overall value. The customer support and work quality is worth the cost. Many friends tell of kitchen remodeling nightmares (disappearing contractors, subpar work, major timing delays, etc.) this will not happen with Swartz. They did everything possible to minimize my stress (and I am the kind of person that will get stressed out on even the smallest detail) and made sure the job was done to my satisfaction.
My only negative experience with Swartz was related to getting hardwood flooring color/finish samples prior to the day the floors were finished. Despite my repeated request for flooring samples (various colors and urethane types) they were never able to deliver this. We were required to select the floor color and final finish the morning the floors were sanded and finished. Having to make that big of a decision in a few minutes is very stressful. Getting a sample board with a variety of colors and finished a few weeks ahead of time would have made the process much easier for everyone. However, I do have to admit the floors came out great. Both my wife and I were very satisfied with the final product. Note: Aaron did have the flooring contractor provide a quickly put together sample board with a couple of different floor colors the day before the floors were to be finished. But nothing that showed what the final floor would look like.
Some of the best things about Swartz include:
1) Customer service:
I never worked with a contractor more dedicated to customer service than Swartz Builders. From the start they do everything possible to make sure you are satisfied with the job they are doing. Having a project manager assigned to the job makes everything so much easier and less stressful. You always know someone is there to answer your questions.
2) Responsiveness:
a. Project: The responsiveness of Aaron and his team was outstanding. My primary means of communication with Aaron and his project manager was by text message. I don?t think I waited more than a few hours for a response to any question or concern.
b. Quote process: The quote process with Swartz did take about 3 or 4 months from the time I initially called to final quote. However, when you get a final quote it is done right. Everything is itemized in detail so you know exactly what you are paying for and why. This kind of quote takes time and requires the customer to have a detailed project plan (drawings, materials, etc.) prior to the quote being developed. Don?t expect a detailed quote unless you have a reasonable firm detailed project plan.
3) Quality:
Outstanding. Everything they do is top rate. When had concerns with how something was done, the project manager would walk me thought it so I understood why it was done that way and made sure I was satisfied with the work.
4) Price/Value:
If you are looking for a budget contractor Swartz is not it. I gave them an ?A? because of the excellent overall value. The customer support and work quality is worth the cost. Many friends tell of kitchen remodeling nightmares (disappearing contractors, subpar work, major timing delays, etc.) this will not happen with Swartz. They did everything possible to minimize my stress (and I am the kind of person that will get stressed out on even the smallest detail) and made sure the job was done to my satisfaction.
My only negative experience with Swartz was related to getting hardwood flooring color/finish samples prior to the day the floors were finished. Despite my repeated request for flooring samples (various colors and urethane types) they were never able to deliver this. We were required to select the floor color and final finish the morning the floors were sanded and finished. Having to make that big of a decision in a few minutes is very stressful. Getting a sample board with a variety of colors and finished a few weeks ahead of time would have made the process much easier for everyone. However, I do have to admit the floors came out great. Both my wife and I were very satisfied with the final product. Note: Aaron did have the flooring contractor provide a quickly put together sample board with a couple of different floor colors the day before the floors were to be finished. But nothing that showed what the final floor would look like.
Terry J.
Jun 2013
He did not charge anything because all he did was changed one valve; he said to call him for something else. He found out the problem right away and fixed it. He was a real nice guy.
Maureen R.
May 2013
This is my second experience with Aaron and his team at Swartz. This time we hired Swartz to redo the basement in our colonial. We had hired Swartz for an outdoor job last year. Based on our great experience last year we hired them for the basement remodel. Work included glass brick windows, remodeled bathroom, dry wall and extensive painting. Their work is top notch and is accompanied by outstanding customer service. Michael, Phil, Luke and Paul spent several weeks getting the job done right. This team is highly recommended. I had them out again tonite for another estimate on exterior paint work..
Carol T.
Apr 2013
Overall quality of work was very good, had some issues with timing and one sub not showing up several times (once because he had a "more important job to go to"). Other than that, Aaron is a decent, kind, and knowledgeable person that knows his business. Pricing is more than other quotes we received for similar work (about 10-15%, so not exorbitant) but they keep an immaculate worksite so you pay for that extra professionalism. Had a few issues at the end for added work that seemed exorbitant, we negotiated a settlement of those costs and it was more valuable to me to pay the extra $1,000 and be done with the situation.
Heather B.
Mar 2013
Overall, it was a great experience. We would definitely hire them again. As other reviewers have mentioned, they are not the cheapest, and they will tell you that themselves. But, I am a firm believer that you get what you pay for.... hiring them to coordinate the number of skilled tradesmen (carpentry, electrical, painting, and floor refinishing) was a valuable service. The professionalism and quality of the work was top notch. We will be looking to hire Swartz for other projects in the future.
Sandra P.
Mar 2013
Aaron Beyer, accompanied by his tile supervisor, Dean, came promptly to assess the job. They were professional and reassuring. They were willing to work around our schedule which was important to us. Instead of pricing out the job of new coumtertops, Aaron recommended a less expensive route: going to a big box store for the counters. I think this demonstrated character. He certainly could have bid that out at a higher cost.
A schedule was set. Dean would bring his crew in to review the expectations of the job. Once he had them started, he would leave to supervise other teams. His crew was pleasant and professional. They would check in with me to make sure they were doing what I expected. They would quickly fix anything I didn't like, which happened only once. Tiling is a 3 day process. Laying the tile one day, grouting second day, sealing (which is quickly done) the last day. Coupled with the backsplash it was a 6 day process.
The mosiac tile backsplash was a more complicated job. The tiler pain stakingly made sure everything matched up. Sometimes that meant taking small pieces of tile off the backing, custom cutting, and then applying.
Communication is good. Besides the owner checking in with me, 2 other supervisors would personally check the work and follow up with phone calls to make sure the job was done to our satisfaction.
I highly recommend this company.
A schedule was set. Dean would bring his crew in to review the expectations of the job. Once he had them started, he would leave to supervise other teams. His crew was pleasant and professional. They would check in with me to make sure they were doing what I expected. They would quickly fix anything I didn't like, which happened only once. Tiling is a 3 day process. Laying the tile one day, grouting second day, sealing (which is quickly done) the last day. Coupled with the backsplash it was a 6 day process.
The mosiac tile backsplash was a more complicated job. The tiler pain stakingly made sure everything matched up. Sometimes that meant taking small pieces of tile off the backing, custom cutting, and then applying.
Communication is good. Besides the owner checking in with me, 2 other supervisors would personally check the work and follow up with phone calls to make sure the job was done to our satisfaction.
I highly recommend this company.
Kathleen M.
Mar 2013
All work done on my house deserves an "A" rating. I gave this company a "B" grade for pricing due to the "Home Improvement 101" tutorial which,although very informative and interesting, added an additional $165.00 to the cost of the project. Although the work and attention to detail was superb, I would have been ok with a free estimate, knowing that their work, as described on Angie's List, was highly rated. But, I guess you get what you pay for, which I felt I certainly had gotten when my project was completed in a timely and very satisfactory way. Great clean-up too!
All three men I spoke with and two who actually did the work (Philip and Mike) were gentlemen and behaved in a very professional manor. When Philip was done he came to my (other) home to complete the financial transaction. I appreciated the fact that he made it easy for me rather than having me go back to the my rental home to do this.
I will be calling them again for another smallish project, and I like the fact that although they do huge remodeling, a smaller job is not beneath them. I feel that I was treated with the same respect that they would have given to me had I wanted to add an addition to my house.
All three men I spoke with and two who actually did the work (Philip and Mike) were gentlemen and behaved in a very professional manor. When Philip was done he came to my (other) home to complete the financial transaction. I appreciated the fact that he made it easy for me rather than having me go back to the my rental home to do this.
I will be calling them again for another smallish project, and I like the fact that although they do huge remodeling, a smaller job is not beneath them. I feel that I was treated with the same respect that they would have given to me had I wanted to add an addition to my house.
Response from Swartz Builders
"We all enjoyed working with this client, and we greatly appreciate the positive comments and great review. We do want to mention that the $165 charge that was referenced in the review was definitely for more than just a "building tutorial". From the initial conversation we had with this client at the outset, we stated that when we address existing water leaks, we bill for all labor & materials associated with the work to be performed, including all investigative work required to identify the problem and come up with a proposed solution. The reason we do this is because often times water leaks require a process of elimination, and sometimes that can take more time than initially anticipated. We never want to overcharge our clients, while at the same time we also want to ensure that we are fairly compensated for the time we spend working for them. This client asked if the charge for the investigative work required to identify the water leak would be applied to the overall bill if we did the actual repair, and we stated that would not be the case. Again, from many years of experience, we have learned that the best, most equitable way to address existing water leaks is to simply bill for every hour associated with the repair, from investigation to reconciliation. Sometimes the investigative process takes less than an hour, and sometimes it can take multiple trips over the course of several days, depending on the nature of the leak. This particular project was an existing water leak, and we applied our standard water leak repair billing practices to the work done. Again, we enjoyed working with this client and we are not seeking to make an issue where there is none, but we did feel it was important for future clients to be made aware of how we operate in regard to repairing existing water leaks. Hopefully this provides some additional clarity to the issue."
Hugh P.
Feb 2013
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Judy M.
Jan 2013
The crew arrived as they promised, worked diligently, cleaned after themselves and were polite. I was pleased with the completed work.
Dan M.
Dec 2012
They were professional, came in at the estimated cost, cleaned up after themselves and overall did a great job. The chimney work perfectly blends with out home. The fireplaces our working for the first time in years. I cannot think of why I would not use them in the future. They did a great job.
James R.
Nov 2012
Best renovation/construction project ever! Such a beautiful outcome! Received detailed/thorough estimate up front from Aaron Byer. Bonus was working with a designer (Heidi Parris-recommended by Aaron) who helped provide support with esthetic decisions (cabinets, faucets and fixtures, lighting, counter tops, etc.) Our project manager was Mike Baker and he went above and beyond to ensure our bathroon was perfect - good communication, professional, hard worker and knowledgeable. Amazed that the dust was kept to a minimum during demolition, and he left the house everyday with it all neat and tidy. He was a great liaison between us, Aaron and the subcontractors. When we ran into a couple of hiccups (rotted floor, new tile person than original quoter), Swartz was fair and there was clear communication. And the subcontractors with whom Swartz does business were amazing, too! Their tile guy is an artist! The electricians, drywallers and plumbers were great and made great suggestions. The cabinets are fabulous - we were initially going to reface but wound up having to get new cabinets and these Pioneer cabinets are beautiful. We found that Swartz was expensive, but you really do get what you pay for - the quality of our final product is wonderful! And Heidi (the designer) was worth her weight in gold - I was overwhelmed with all the decisions and it was so nice to work with someone who had product resources (Advance Plumging and the Tile Shop in Farmington were her suggestions and we had success at both places; lighting ideas on-line; granite, etc) and solid ideas and suggestions. I am grateful for everyone who had a hand in this project!
We worked with quality people, paid them accordingly, and we got a quality outcome! I would use Swartz Builders and Heidi Parris again in a heartbeat! I wish we had used them on earlier projects!! I highly recommend their services.
We worked with quality people, paid them accordingly, and we got a quality outcome! I would use Swartz Builders and Heidi Parris again in a heartbeat! I wish we had used them on earlier projects!! I highly recommend their services.
Response from Swartz Builders
"Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to relay your experience with our company. You were great to work with and each member of our team that was involved with your project enjoyed all of their interactions with you. You are quality people and we were all motivated to do our very best to fulfill your vision for your master bathroom remodel! Thanks again for choosing to work with us!"
Rita C.
Oct 2012
Workmanship began six weeks after signing of contract. The workman were prompt and efficient, especially Mike.
Most of the concerns were addressed in a helpful and professional manner.
The crews worked diligently to meet our deadline.
Clean up was very much to our satisfaction.
There was a misunderstanding with the recommended cabinet/countertop company as to the look of the formica ordered. I suggest all of the contracts be very specific. My disappointment was resolved at further cost to me.
All in all, I am very satisfied with Swartz Builders.
Most of the concerns were addressed in a helpful and professional manner.
The crews worked diligently to meet our deadline.
Clean up was very much to our satisfaction.
There was a misunderstanding with the recommended cabinet/countertop company as to the look of the formica ordered. I suggest all of the contracts be very specific. My disappointment was resolved at further cost to me.
All in all, I am very satisfied with Swartz Builders.
Maureen R.
Sep 2012
They did great work, were on time and quoted a fair price. We will be hiring them again in the near future. I highly recommend this company.
John K.
Sep 2012
our experience with Swartz was very positive. With any remodel there are going to be unexpected problems and unforeseen costs. When these situations happened the Swartz people handled them very timely and professionally. My wife and I are very low key and private people and were dreading the intrusion in our lives. All of the contractors they used were cordial and pleasant to have in our home. In closing I would like to add that Aaron,Michael and Philip from Swartz were great to work with and went above and beyond what was expected.
Response from Swartz Builders
"Thank you for your kind words and positive feedback. We greatly appreciate you taking the time to relay your thoughts regarding your overall experience with our company. We consider it to be a privilege to work with clients like you and each member of our team thoroughly enjoyed working with you throughout your kitchen remodel."
Laura J.
Jun 2012
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Larry R.
Mar 2012
Swartz was very easy to work with. They cleaned up the basement frequently. They kept me informed of exactly what was going on. We were delighted with the results.
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FAQ
Swartz Builders is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.
Yes, Swartz Builders offers free project estimates.
No, Swartz Builders does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Swartz Builders does not offer a senior discount.
No, Swartz Builders does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Swartz Builders offers warranties.