Dayton Home Remodeling

DHR helped to make our dreams come true on the first floor of our house!  We have lived in it for 17 years and it was in dire need to be pulled out of the mish-mash of 1960's, 70's and 80's styling.  We hadn't thought of redoing the kitchen this year until we contacted a hardwood flooring installer who recommended we update the kitchen concurrent with the new floor.  
Mike came out and spent several hours on two occasions understanding what we were trying to do.  He made recommendations for the layout, cabinet styles and associated lighting, appliances, etc.  During the project, Brian came out to check progress and give us any updates.  Also, DHR did a wonderful job coordinating schedules with the hardwood floor installation.
Greg and Melanie did most of the work and were a joy to work with!  They did excellent work and were flexible on the details as well as our schedule to bring the work to a successful conclusion.  
First, the kitchen was taken down to studs, plumbing and electric added on and/or re-routed.  New drywall installed and one wall was brought out a few inches to accommodate plumbing and electric that formerly resided in the soffits.  Also, they enlarged a pass-through opening between the kitchen and family room.  In addition to the ceiling lights, they added can lights and puck lighting under the cabinets.  Finally, cabinets and quartz countertop were installed, new range and microwave installed (we bought), old dishwasher installed, etc. to finish the kitchen.  Pretty much turn-key except for appliances in the kitchen.
Concurrently with the kitchen we updated a large laundry room that had a small toilet area.  This room had always bothered us in that we couldn't figure out if it was a large bathroom with a washer and dryer or a laundry room with a toilet and sink.  As it was, it was not a nice room to put foofoo soaps, frilly little towels and other nice-smelling things.  DHR installed a wall with door (and casing) dividing the room into a separate powder room and laundry room.  The powder room side got hardwood floors and the laundry room has vinyl.  Scope of work was not completely turn-key, but involved quite a bit: small toilet area and washer/dryer walls removed and patched over, dividing wall installed, all plumbing and electric added onto for lighting and outlets.  We supplied the vinyl flooring, laundry tub, bathroom vanity, and light fixtures which they installed.  We finished the project by painting both rooms, moulding and towel racks, etc.
Finally, our under-powered basement was corrected by the addition of a 20 amp circuit run in the basement for the shop as well as straightening out some of the other outlets and lighting.
We are delighted with the results of the remodel which not only increased the value of our house, but also our enjoyment of living in the new environment!

Richard did a wonderful job on both bathrooms- looks great -could not have asked for a better job!

Tarps were put down daily and everything cleaned up at end of day. Did one bathroom at a time so I was not inconvenienced at all.  Great effort given to all areas and good job of explaining what he was doing and why it was done. Brian checked on the job on a routine basis to make sure everything was progressing.  Richard spent the time to make sure things were done the right way.  Richard takes a great deal of pride in his work and it shows- everything was done with great detail and precision.  All ceramic tile, backsplashes, vanities, fixtures etc. look great.  Everything looks wonderful - better than I thought it would.  I would definitely recommend Dayton Home Remodeling and especially Richard for the effort he put into the project.

I interviewed 11 contractors for this project and was ready to give up when I came across Dayton Home Remodeling thru Angie's List. In short, I am very pleased, as is my elderly mother for whom this project was done.  Mike managed negotiating the terms of the project and spent considerable time explaining details so that I could understand why one or the other item is better/worse. The price was very good and they did not add costs as the project went along.  Brian managed the fieldwork and checked in on a routine basis to make sure the project was progressing as needed.  Being an engineer, all parties were very patient with my continual questions. George and David did the entire project themselves with only assistance with drywall finishing, which was a supreme outcome as well. I thought it would take 4-6 weeks given the complexities and they were done in 3. All of my siblings are engineers and were very worried about me being taken advantage of given I am a single parent. Not only  was the quality of work very high, but the materials used had the same or more level of integrity than my siblings were saying was required. Making a deck for the stacking washer and dryer was done with 2x10s, not 2x4s or even 2x6s. George was available immediately to respond to questions, texts etc and I know if I have a question 6 months from now he will be happy to respond. I WILL call them again when I can do another project and WILL recommend them to others, as we all know, good help is very hard to find. Way to go George!!

regards,

Happy homeowner

Pete (the actual contractor) did a great job!  I am incredibly please with the outcome.  He had to run plumbing and electric into the area and it looks great!
My only caution is there was a couple of months between the time we contracted with them and the start of work.  I had to call Brian (the scheduler/co-owner) rather than him keeping me abreast of the schedule.  I was glad that whenever I called him he did answer his phone or call me back.
Overall I would definitely recommend them for bathroom remodels and installations.  They really know what they are doing and the outcome is professional.

We are so happy with our new bathroom. It's more beautiful, than I even imagined it to be.
From sales to installation Mike, Brian & George were very friendly and helpful. We received a detailed quote and estimate on the spot. Mike and Brian came back to do a walk through and let us add a few adjustments. When George and Dave arrived each day the covered the stairs and furniture to keep everything as clean as possible.
George spent the time to make sure things were done the right way.  He kept us informed daily and answered any questions along the way. They cleaned up and hauled away everything, that was torn out each day. 
We highly recommend their service and we will use them again, when we remodel our kitchen.

Every part of our hall and master bathroom remodel went great!  Mike came out to do the estimate.  He was able to make us feel comfortable with thecompany, the process, and provided us with a detailed estimate on the spot.  We came to an agreement on the materials that we would be purchasing, when we needed them, etc.  Brian came to do a walk through prior to ordering materials and went through the process with us again.  A few days prior to starting the work, Brian and George came for a walk through to make sure everyone was on the same page before George (crew leader) came to start the work.
We don't have a single negative thing to say about the remodel.  The remodel consisted of a complete tear out to the studs in both bathrooms, installing tile showers and floor, new drywall, vanities, mirrors, toilets, painting, exhaust fans (one needed venting added), rerouting some plumbing, vanity top, faucets - everything!  They did one at a time to limit the inconvenience.  It did not feel as if our house was undergoing a major renovation, they took great care to clean up as much as possible after each day.  Our hallway carpet was probably cleaner during the remodel than it typically is.  The craftsmanship was great - George spent the time to make sure things were done the right way.  He kept us informed of any issues along the way and gave us all the information required to make decisions.  The entire process from beginning to end was completely stress free.  Trust me, we have had other work done in the past and this has never been the case.  We now have two fabulous looking bathrooms that we actually enjoy using now.  We plan to have our kitchen remodeled in the future, and we will definitely be calling these guys again.

.I am really happy with my bathroom remodel.  Richard did a great job on every part of the job and treated my small  bathroom like it was really important.  He had great ideas and really listened to me about the look I wanted to achieve.  He worked long hours and did  a beautiful job on my shower tile and floor tile.  My 1947 bathroom will look amazing for the the next 60 years thanks to  Richard.  He is  truly a craftsman and one of the best experiences I have had on a home project.  He does great work!  Can't wait to start my kitchen remodeling project with Dayton Home Remodeling-I will definitely  request Richard to do the kitchen.

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The whole experience was very professional.   The initial review and quote was detailed and comprehensive.  The estimate provided was spot on and there were no suprises during the work.   The team was here every day, on time, and were diligent with their work.   They cleaned and took away items torn out as they went.  We discussed progress with them each day and they were extremely professional in helping us understand where things sat each day.   Issues or items that came up during the process were reviewed and agreed upon throughout.   We are already working on plans and quotes for our next project with Dayton Home Remodeling.  We would definitely recommend them.

Wonderfully! The process was simple, the least expensive of three quotes we received, professional from the word "go", clean (they covered the entire space while working and did a thorough cleaning each day), timely, and the finished product is beautiful. We are very happy and would use them again.  Shout out to Brian for all of his hard work!

Very proffessional and concientious answered all my concerns and questions.  Mike and Brian were great in pulling everything together to make sure everything was done right and to our expections.  Greg and Melody were wonderful.  They were so concientious and gave attention to detail to everything .  I just can't say enough good things about Greg and Melody, they made our kitchen simply beautiful!

We had our upstairs bathroom gutted and completely remodeled. Richard was the person doing the work. He was very thorough and paid attention to every detail. It did take a little over 3 weeks but the results were more than worth it! Richard acted as if he was remodeling his own bathroom. He cared and worried about every detail and that it was perfect. I highly recommend Dayton Home Remodeling and am now having them remodel our kitchen.

#### Summary:  I am extremely happy with the job that Richard did for me.  He worked very hard to do quality work and it shows.  I would use DHR again in the future. ####  
This is the first time I've used Dayton Home Remodeling (DHR).
Payment was broken up into three pieces.  Deposit at contract signing, % at start of work, remainder % at completion.  Before the project began I agreed in the contract that I would remove the old shower, toilet,  and provide a 40sq ft vinyl.  
Richard Payton from DHR was the craftsman that did the site inspection and later the actual work.    DHR and I were flexible on my start date due to both our schedules.  The space was ready when Richard arrived on the day to start the remodel.  New tub and surround arrived as scheduled to the house on the first day.  Richard put drop cloths in place from the front door, up the stairs, down the hallway to the bath room.
  Richard removed the old base boards, vinyl floor, and faucet fixtures.  Capped the hot and cold water pipes.  Inspected and prepared the floor and tub floor.  Inspected wall insulation and added new vapor barrier to outside wall.   He cut and laid the vinyl floor then covered it to protect it while working.  
Richard carefully test fitted the tub in place several times to get the exact drain and vent position located.  When satisfied with the tub fit (Richard goes to extremes to get it right) he secured the tub in place.  He tested the drain for leaks many times until satisfied before moving on.  The faucet fixtures and surround walls went in place next.  Then the prep for the drywall, secured it in place, taped joints, mud joints (2 layers +1 skimcoat).  Caulked all outside edges of tub and surround walls.  Installed new wood base boards.  
Obviously this took Richard several days to complete between steps.  He was always on time, prepared and had the right tools for the situation.  He was helpful pointing out some things he found and shared his knowledge if I had a question.  I was both in the house and a few times out when he was working.  I had no issue with him leaving his tools and material at the house.  He cleaned up all trash and removed debris each day.  Thank you DHR.

The entire project went very smoothly. Mike responded the same day as my inquiry and was very helpful with his suggestions as to what I should update. He did not try to have me do more than necessary.  Richard performed all of the work on both bathrooms. I cannot praise Richard enough for the excellent work he did and the great service he provides.  He pays attention to all the little details which suited me just fine. He takes pride in his work and gave me lots of little tips that I could use. Very friendly and trustworthy, plus he knows so much about his trade. And best of all, he cleaned up everything when he was done.  I wish I had found this company sooner, so much better than other work I had done in the past. I would recommend them and especially ask for Richard.

I can't say enough about the DHR team. From the quoting process with Mike, to Brian and his crew, they did a great job. They started on the date that they expected to and finished that promise by ending on schedule, and followed through on exactly what the scope of the job was. Every detail was finished as I expected, and then some.

Special honors go to George who personally performed the remodel. Whatever curve (literally) that my house threw at him, he was able to adapt and make it work to achieve the final result. He kept me informed of any minor modifications that became necessary as the work progressed and did a great job of making this as least disruptive to the household as possible.

I will not hesitate to call DHR when I take on my next house project.

Thanks to George, Brian and Mike!

We had upstairs bathroom remodeled.  Richard did a very nice job...He is very meticulous about his work and takes pride in doing a very good, detailed job.  He cares about his work.

He had a lot of steps going up and down, which made the job a little more challenging, but he handled it well.

When it comes time to remodeling our next bathroom, we will ask for Richard again.

Wonderful service!  They were very thorough, made suggestions to ensure things looked nice.  They cleaned up at the end of every day and stored equipment in a non-intrusive place.  I felt very comfortable with them around and they were not bothered by my small children.
The work looked great when it was done and was finished early, right before Christmas!  Every one I mentioned this to was shocked.  I would recommend them to anyone.

Excellent work! Tony & Pete were great as the installers.
Mike & Brian were terrific in their roles as sales & design & crew leader.

I contacted Dayton Home Remodeling via Angie?s list messenger to inquire about having our bathroom remodeled. Mike responded in less than an hour and we made an appointment for an estimate the following day.  Mike was very helpful with the estimate process and explained all the details.  He understood we were working on a budget and did everything he could to help us reduce our cost by letting us do our own demo, paint, etc.  Initially we were scheduled to start work late January, but Mike was able to adjust the schedule and fit us in sooner.  This helped greatly because my wife and I are trying to get as much done before we move in.
I was contacted by Brain several days before work started to set an appointment so he could introduce me to Richard who would be doing the work. Brian gave me some good tips for some tricky spots that I came across during the demo process.  He also made sure to check on the progress of the work throughout the entire remodel.
I am really happy that DHR assigned Richard to remodel the bathroom.  He definitely lived up to Dayton Home Remodeling?s core values, he showed up on time, maintained a positive professional attitude, explained everything he was doing, didn?t cut corners and he displayed impeccable attention to detail.  During the process of the remodel several unexpected complications arose and Richard was able to problem solve and correct them.  The first was a damaged floor joist that was right underneath the drain for the bathtub.  Most contractors would put in sister joist or box out the joist.  This would have been very expensive and time consuming.  But knowing we were on a budget and sticking to DHR principle of affordable and reliable; Richard was able to build onto the wall and move the bathtub out just enough were he could install the drain without causing further damage to the floor joist.  He then repaired the damaged floor joist so no issues arise in the future.  Another complication arose with the green ground wire for the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).  The original GFCI was attached to a copper water pipe.  Richard pointed out that the National Electrical Code (NEC) just changed in 2014 and discourages using copper pipes as a ground and can be a safety hazard.  He made sure to run the ground wire properly and to Code.  Richard went above and beyond during the home remodel and I am very happy with his workmanship.  My favorite part is the tile in the shower, words can?t even describe how sharp it looks. 

I was very pleased with the job which included new vanity, toilet, tub, trim, painting, lighting, fixtures, etc. The house is old and bathroom provided plenty of unforeseen challenges. Richard's craftsmanship and attention to detail were impeccable. I was thoroughly impressed with the job and value, considering all the odds and ends that popped up. I would definitely recommend and expect to use again.

Dayton Home Remodeling priced out a master bathroom remodel that included tiling and extending out a shower with high-end marble tile, tiling the bathroom floor and tiling around an existing tub. They removed old fixtures, removed a vanity and large mirror and tore out carpeting. Work included replacing lighting and a light/fan fixture. We ordered a vanity online and they brought it up to the second floor location and installed it without incident despite its size and weight. 

We were pleased with the work done. The particular crew that worked on our project was courteous and meticulous. They accommodated our specific requests and consistently asked if we had further questions. They were creative in their approach to solving construction matters as they arose.

We would consider them again - and specifically the crew we worked with - for future projects when required.

Called to get an estimate and they were very adaptable to a tough schedule.  After we got the estimate they gave a date to start work a few weeks out.  They showed up when promised and started working.  They worked on the bathroom for almost 2 weeks as promised, took a little longer but they gave ample notice.  The bathroom was only non-functional for only 1 day which is less than I would have expected so it was good from that standpoint.  The work looks very nice and professional, they were adaptable after we changed our mind on the faucet we wanted.  This was our choice and nothing the company did, we simply didn't like the one we originally picked out and wanted a different one.
I would use them again for other work and would recommend them.  They do good work and keep their word on what is going on with the project.  Overall a pleasant experience dealing with these guys.

The Dayton Home Remodeling team  provided us with a stress-free, master bath transformation!!!  Mike provided us with a thorough and fair estimate that was right on target.  No surprises!!  Brian managed the project in a professional and friendly manner.  He consistently checked on the progress of the project and always asked us for input.  George and his installation team was most conscientious, respectful, always on time and thoroughly clean-up project area each day.  Many kudos go to George who provided the amazing tile work.  His attention to detail made our master bath transformation into an incredible new room.
The project was finished on time and on budget!!!!  The customer service/friendly manner of all Dayton Home Remodeling staff made our investment worthwhile.

The bathroom floor and toilet needed repair badly, and Richard removed the tub and toilet. He found mold and cleaned the area thoroughly.  He installed the new tub and tub surround.  He also removed the sink and vanity.  We chose the sink and vanity colors.
We also were given the choice of sink, toilet and tub fixtures.
Richard installed  all new wood and ceramic flooring to our satisfaction also.  He had to replace some of the old plumbing.  The house is 60 years old! 
Richard was neat, clean, and friendly.  We have shown the new bathroom to some of our friends and have recommended Dayton Home Remodeling to them if they have a need.
If we have any further repair needs done in our home, we will call Dayton Home Remodeling!!

Ugh. Nothing but problems from the start. Signed contract in March and work was supposed to be done by mid-April. Didn't hear anything from anyone until mid-May. Had two different sub-contractors here within two weeks and both ended up being fired by the company. One scammed us out of an extra $600 for electrical work that wasn't needed and never done. (We found out that we weren't the first customers scammed) From what I've learned since, this company does little - if any - vetting of its contractors before hiring them and sending them to your home. ALL of them had previous polIce records. (?!?) The final two contractors were pleasant and easy to work with on the remodel. It took 4 weeks to finish the job(s). Drama. Complete drama.