Home Advancements LLC

Very satisfied with completed project. Job done as promised, on time with no surprises. Would hire again.

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Porch and door replacement job done on time per estimate and to my satisfaction.  Project completed by 3 man crew in one day. Removal of old concrete was key to creating good airflow under new decking. 

We had been having trouble finding good, competent, affordable people to do work on buildings.  Made an appointment with them via Angie's list. The business owners, Craig and Joline Murphy, came out to see the job and get enough information to give an estimate. Always impressed by husband, wife partnerships. Only reservation other than they were leery of our dogs was that they were too well dressed.
    They looked all over and said they'd get back to us  with and estimate after they priced materials. About a week later we got the estimate. It was a good jaw dropper like everything I/We don't figure out well but then again, there was much to do that needed good work and as a business owner we appreciate what it takes simply to stay in business. We split the job into two parts - critical first and said "Go". They sent an estimate for the roof portion part we had to get done and as we were going to doing the dirt work ourselves for the sills would wait until next year and weather for them to do the sills and major structural work. The estimate came, we looked it over, we signed it and said "Go".
Craig and crew came out as scheduled and went to work. The job that would have taken us weeks got done in less than a day. They cleaned up with trash (as arranged) on our dump truck and all good. We paid him and they left.  Discussing it later, my wife and I cried a little at the cost but hey, the work was done as specified and done well so either you do it yourself or pay to get it done. We'd use him still to do the sill work.
Hoping this doesn't come back to bite him because some scum sucker might  try to take advantage of honesty --- Within a day or so we got a call from Craig saying that the job ended up being much easier and quicker than he planned so he was going to refund some of our money.
Before that we had recommended him to a neighbor who needed work done. Now it's "You'd be a fool to go to somebody else."

It went well - crew was punctual and cleaned up well after the work. Great trustworthy people.

All work was completed in three days. Quality of workman ship and attention to detail was excellent.

Would definitely consider Home Advancements for future home improvement projects. I was completely satisfied with the results of this project and found the experience totally stress free ( no surprises ) .

Overall we are very pleased with the outcome of the deck and have received many positive comments on it.  Craig was professional, prompt and provided great ideas as we put together the plan for the upgrade.  We got several quotes on the work, and Home Advancements was in the upper range of what we were quoted.  However, what made us chose Craig was his professionalism, experience and suggestions.
Originally we were told that it would be 4-6 weeks for work to start at the time we received the quote.  However, Craig had an opening in his schedule as was able to get started within days.  Unfortunately, we did have a couple bumps along the way with getting materials, however, we were pretty specific in what we wanted (i.e. 42" railings, which had to be sourced from out of state).  While the total days of labor were as advertised (3-4 days), this ended up getting spread over 2-3 weeks as materials became available.  While we had hoped that the project would have been completed a bit sooner, the quality of work was excellent.
We also had a bit of a mishap with the material delivery truck knocking down a cable line in front of our house.  Craig was proactive in notifying the correct parties to get the issue resolved.  However, this did present some inconvenience for us, as the line was blocking our driveway.
I would not hesitate to recommend Home Advancements for this type of work.

Great Contractor!
Called me within the hour from when I posted on Angie's list.
Right on time for both the estimate and project.
Fine Quality Work and Attention to Detail.
Good Communicator
Did not kill us on extras as we needed some flashing and flagstone cutting.
Handled all the permit hassles with the city.
Finished on time and on budget.

This review has long been overdue.  We contacted Craig Murphy last year for a small kitchen project.  Our experience with him has all been positive.  From the time they scoped out the project, to his estimated quote, to the actual work and to a minor follow up repair, we only have high praises for him and his team (consisting of family members).  However, I can say that the best thing about dealing with him is that he listened patiently to our vision and with his expertise and leadership, executed it perfectly.  Thank you, Craig.

Throughout the process, Craig was very responsive and promptly returned phone calls within twelve hours, (and often within two).  He was patient with us when we changed our minds in the design process, and offered suggestions without trying to sell or brow-beat us.  When the actual work started, he and his team were always very prompt.  When they said that they would be here at seven, they were in the cul-de-sac by ten till seven, coffee in hand and respectfully keeping noise down for the neighbors.  When we waived them up, they quickly set up and got to work.  I was amazed when they dug three of four holes for pilings by hand within forty minuets.  His team are all skilled professionals and work effectively and efficiently together.

Each day they cleaned up after themselves and were it not for the lumber neatly stacked at the top of the driveway, you would have few indications that a construction project was underway.  When we had questions, Craig was more than willing to listen, and answer in a way that laypeople like us could understand.  All along the way, he never hounded us for payments, only making polite mention of the milestones as they were reached (usually ahead of schedule.)  Bear in mind that this project went on during the wettest year I can remember with a tropical storm (Irene) and a freak October snow storm, which by the way Craig's work weathered without issue.

We are thrilled with the finished product, and our friends, family and neighbors are amazed at the way the work blends into and enhances our home.  I can tell you that we will definitely turn to Craig for our future projects.  He, and his team have definitely earned our trust and respect.  The only hesitation I would have in recommending him to others is the worry that he would become too busy when I need him next!

Craig answered our initial phone call promptly, and arrived right on time to inspect the job. His estimate came the day he said it would. We agreed on a date, and he and his crew were right on time. They finished the job quickly, but really thoroughly. The next day I noticed a creaking joist, and within half an hour of my phone call he was back to take care of it. Awesome service. I consider Craig to be a great find. Thanks, Angie's List!

Prompt appointment for estimate.  Got estimate to me quickly.  
Due to a delay on another job, Craig squeezed me in.
In less than 2 days (really just about a day) they had expertly replaced the window with the slider, reusing my old vinyl siding, and built a superb deck.  Amazing how fast Craig's team worked. Extremely punctual and clean. I wish I had more projects for him to do!

they replaced windows 1st then worked on deck.

Home advancement always on time and ready to work. Very focused on customer service.

This father and son team were great, on-time, on-target, and very clean.