Hallowell Remodeling and Home Improvements

Never called me back. I guess they don't want or need the work. Wait till this winter when they're all scavenging for work.

We had one very good experience with Brian, but then he left us in a bind on a second job. Very disappointing and I'm sorry to say that I can no longer recommend his services.

On July 3rd of this year ( 2013 ) I contracted with Mr.Hallowell to do a two day ( his words, not mine ) roofing and partial siding job at my home. At that time he emailed me that he would be starting at the end of July or the first week of August. After no contact, I again contacted Mr. Hallowell at the end of August, at which time he emailed me that the weather had prevented him from starting this job and said, again, that he intended to start as soon as good weather returned. Well, today is the 20th of October and I have not heard a word from him. He effectively prevented me from getting this work done this year with his excuses. I wish to thank him for that. I also hope that this review exposes his poor business practices because I am not the only person he has "Stiffed". I will continue to tell everyone I come in contact with not to hire this man unless they get an ironclad start date, which will not happen. I am not prone to writing reviews such as this but if this review helps just one person then it is worth it. Also I have copies of emails sent and received to prove my case.

Length of work took too long. Contractor was working on other jobs inbetween. There was never a full 8 hour work day. A lot of complaints on the amount of work and then stating he wasn't sure if he could finish. We have had this contractor back twice already to repair certain items. Now our tub caulking is pealing away and the grout is stained due to no sealer put on it. Also grout is cracking. This contractor will not be contacted again.

Brian consulted us every step of the way, stuck to plan/schedule, and paid attention to concerns about cost balanced with aesthetics. We are very pleased.

We hired Brian because we had previously used him for some household repairs and had been happy with his work. Brian is honest and trustworthy. When he checked out the problem to give a quote, he clearly explained what repairs were needed and did not push for any unnecessary work to be done. He was punctual and worked diligently throughout the project. Brian was thorough and went the extra mile to make sure the work was done correctly. Given the age of the house, there were many more holes than expected and he took the time to make sure all potential problem areas were addressed. Brian is courteous and professional. He does good quality work and we are very satisfied.

Brian appeared to be very conscientious, scheduling time for us to meet him at Home Depot to discuss specifics/materials he'd use to build a front porch and re-do our sidewalk and repair garage floor. He was supposed to do the work in early fall (we'd first met with him in July), but after pushing our job back twice, he then stopped responding to phone calls and emails to arrange actual start date. We ended up leaving him a message that we understood that something must have happened, as he'd been so responsive to begin with, and that we obviously were ending our request for him to perform services. Very disappointing.... I think he could/would have done a good job at a good price had he done what he had said he would do

Brain was amazing. Skilled craftsman with great pricing. If you are a DIY but like to bring in a skilled craftsman for some of your precision work this is your man. Was always polite and prompt. Took the time to drive 45 mins away to pinckney uo installation items his supplier forgot to order so that the project would begin on time Brian even helped smooth out my less than skillful drywall muddying! Great guy I will definitely utilize Brian in my future home improvement projects.

Estimate was given, to be sure that the estimate was based upon things that we liked/approved of he met us at the stores in which he had based his estimates off of. Date was given to start work and that was the day in which he started. He told us it would be a week to complete and that is exactly what it took. He never left us without a working shower. He was here everyday day at 8am. Any questions that I had were answered and he thanked me for asking them.

Mr.Hallowell was very efficient and respectful. Responded to all calls and questions in a timely fashion. Have recommended him to many friends and family. Will use him again for sure.