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Last update on July 20, 2025
At Beautiful Basements we specialize in one thing. Creating beautiful basement living spaces that are designed to handle the damp environment all basements have the potential to be. We are a specialty contractor located in Cuyahoga Falls and serving; Summit, Medina, Portage and Stark Counties. You will not deal with high pressure sales tactics only personalized service to help you create the basement of your dreams. We can build you a simple clean livable basement space on a budget or an extravagant entertainment space that your family and friends will enjoy for years to come. Not to mention greatly increase your homes resale value. Read our reviews and see why we are a fantastic contractor to consider for you project. We offer detailed, line item transparent proposals you will find nowhere else.
"Beautiful Basements did an outstanding job finishing our basement. Dan provided a very thorough estimate/proposal. It detailed all the work to be done and the materials to be used so we knew what to expect and what we were getting right from the start. Ashley was a tremendous help selecting paint colors, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and carpeting to achieve the look that we wanted. Fred, Johnny, Jensen, Devin, Joe, David, and Jessica all worked on tasks in the basement at various times during the project. They were all very professional, friendly, and easy to work with. They were very responsive whenever we had questions about the work. They arrived punctually each day and let us know if there was going to be a change in work time. They worked hard and were efficient at completing the project. They were well qualified to do the work assigned and did a great job. Beautiful Basements did an excellent job communicating throughout the project. We received texts letting us know what the next task was, who would be performing the work, and what time they would arrive. We received texts the evening before, or the same morning, if there were daily changes due to unforeseen circumstances. We are very pleased with the results of our basement finishing project and highly recommend Beautiful Basements for your basement project."
Mary W on April 2025
At Beautiful Basements we specialize in one thing. Creating beautiful basement living spaces that are designed to handle the damp environment all basements have the potential to be. We are a specialty contractor located in Cuyahoga Falls and serving; Summit, Medina, Portage and Stark Counties. You will not deal with high pressure sales tactics only personalized service to help you create the basement of your dreams. We can build you a simple clean livable basement space on a budget or an extravagant entertainment space that your family and friends will enjoy for years to come. Not to mention greatly increase your homes resale value. Read our reviews and see why we are a fantastic contractor to consider for you project. We offer detailed, line item transparent proposals you will find nowhere else.
"Beautiful Basements did an outstanding job finishing our basement. Dan provided a very thorough estimate/proposal. It detailed all the work to be done and the materials to be used so we knew what to expect and what we were getting right from the start. Ashley was a tremendous help selecting paint colors, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and carpeting to achieve the look that we wanted. Fred, Johnny, Jensen, Devin, Joe, David, and Jessica all worked on tasks in the basement at various times during the project. They were all very professional, friendly, and easy to work with. They were very responsive whenever we had questions about the work. They arrived punctually each day and let us know if there was going to be a change in work time. They worked hard and were efficient at completing the project. They were well qualified to do the work assigned and did a great job. Beautiful Basements did an excellent job communicating throughout the project. We received texts letting us know what the next task was, who would be performing the work, and what time they would arrive. We received texts the evening before, or the same morning, if there were daily changes due to unforeseen circumstances. We are very pleased with the results of our basement finishing project and highly recommend Beautiful Basements for your basement project."
Mary W on April 2025
At JP Grabenstetter Construction, we specialize in transforming basements into stunning, functional living spaces that stand out across Northeast Ohio. With over 20 years of experience and a 4.9-star overall rating from 180 reviews on Angie's List (formerly HomeAdvisor), we are proud to be a trusted name in basement finishing, basement remodeling, and basement renovations. Our skilled team delivers exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful designs, and high-end finishes tailored to your vision. We take pride in exceeding customer expectations by ensuring every project is handled with meticulous attention to detail, durability, and your satisfaction as our top priority. Whether you’re envisioning a cozy entertainment area, a versatile family space, or something entirely unique, we’ll bring your ideas to life. Let us help you create a basement that’s more than just extra space—it’s an extension of your home’s personality, designed to enjoy for years to come. Contact us today and let’s get started on your dream basement!
"We recently had our basement finished by JP Grabenstetter and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, John and his team were professional, efficient, and extremely detail-oriented. They communicated clearly, stayed on schedule, and the level of craftsmanship truly exceeded our expectations. We’re so glad we chose them and would highly recommend their services to anyone looking to transform their space!"
Courtney B on May 2025
At JP Grabenstetter Construction, we specialize in transforming basements into stunning, functional living spaces that stand out across Northeast Ohio. With over 20 years of experience and a 4.9-star overall rating from 180 reviews on Angie's List (formerly HomeAdvisor), we are proud to be a trusted name in basement finishing, basement remodeling, and basement renovations. Our skilled team delivers exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful designs, and high-end finishes tailored to your vision. We take pride in exceeding customer expectations by ensuring every project is handled with meticulous attention to detail, durability, and your satisfaction as our top priority. Whether you’re envisioning a cozy entertainment area, a versatile family space, or something entirely unique, we’ll bring your ideas to life. Let us help you create a basement that’s more than just extra space—it’s an extension of your home’s personality, designed to enjoy for years to come. Contact us today and let’s get started on your dream basement!
"We recently had our basement finished by JP Grabenstetter and we couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, John and his team were professional, efficient, and extremely detail-oriented. They communicated clearly, stayed on schedule, and the level of craftsmanship truly exceeded our expectations. We’re so glad we chose them and would highly recommend their services to anyone looking to transform their space!"
Courtney B on May 2025
(5.13.2020) UPDATE WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!!! And for the record, we have implemented our "Covid-19 Safe Installation Protocols" for everyone's safety. So give us a call at 330.699.5700 and let's talk about your kitchen and bathroom project! (3.31.2020) UPDATE We are now offering "virtual estimates." Virtual estimates allows us to provide you with a complete written estimate without coming to your home. Please call us at 330.699.5700 for details. Get ahead of the curve and get on our schedule! Peak Home Renovations is a general contracting company that specializes in kitchens and bathrooms. We have been serving Northeast Ohio for more than 20+ years and are now happy to be part of the Angie's List Family! Our services include, but are not limited to complete or partial kitchen and bathroom renovations. We can assist you with your design needs and even shopping needs for no additional fees! If you need a contractor that can provide you a turn key project then we can do that. If you need a contractor that you just need a labor quote from because you already have the materials then no problem. We are LEAD certified and LRRP compliant by the state and federal EPA which all contractor's were required to have as of 2010. Stop by our Facebook page by simply searching Peak Home Renovations, check out more photos and videos! Then give us call. My name is Mike and I'd be happy to discuss your renovation needs.
"I had Peak Home Renovations remodel my kitchen in March-April of 2023. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. It took roughly 6 weeks. A complete and total makeover consisting of new granite countertops, new appliances, new cabinetry, creation of new recessed lighting, painting, some carpentry, and creation of a new pantry. The work crews were on time daily and were both professional and personal. The owner of the company regularly was on site and part of the work crew. Problems that arose were quickly and efficiently dealt with . Communication was excellent and the finished product turned out beautiful. The value I received for the price paid was MORE than satisfactory. I not only recommend this company to others, but I intend on using Peak Home Renovation's again in the future"
Michael B on November 2023
(5.13.2020) UPDATE WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!!! And for the record, we have implemented our "Covid-19 Safe Installation Protocols" for everyone's safety. So give us a call at 330.699.5700 and let's talk about your kitchen and bathroom project! (3.31.2020) UPDATE We are now offering "virtual estimates." Virtual estimates allows us to provide you with a complete written estimate without coming to your home. Please call us at 330.699.5700 for details. Get ahead of the curve and get on our schedule! Peak Home Renovations is a general contracting company that specializes in kitchens and bathrooms. We have been serving Northeast Ohio for more than 20+ years and are now happy to be part of the Angie's List Family! Our services include, but are not limited to complete or partial kitchen and bathroom renovations. We can assist you with your design needs and even shopping needs for no additional fees! If you need a contractor that can provide you a turn key project then we can do that. If you need a contractor that you just need a labor quote from because you already have the materials then no problem. We are LEAD certified and LRRP compliant by the state and federal EPA which all contractor's were required to have as of 2010. Stop by our Facebook page by simply searching Peak Home Renovations, check out more photos and videos! Then give us call. My name is Mike and I'd be happy to discuss your renovation needs.
"I had Peak Home Renovations remodel my kitchen in March-April of 2023. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. It took roughly 6 weeks. A complete and total makeover consisting of new granite countertops, new appliances, new cabinetry, creation of new recessed lighting, painting, some carpentry, and creation of a new pantry. The work crews were on time daily and were both professional and personal. The owner of the company regularly was on site and part of the work crew. Problems that arose were quickly and efficiently dealt with . Communication was excellent and the finished product turned out beautiful. The value I received for the price paid was MORE than satisfactory. I not only recommend this company to others, but I intend on using Peak Home Renovation's again in the future"
Michael B on November 2023
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Reliable, Skilled, and Detail-Oriented – Highly Recommend!” Had them help with a bathroom remodel, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, they were punctual, respectful of my space, and extremely detail-oriented. They handled everything from drywall and tiling to fixture installation with real craftsmanship. What stood out most was how clean they kept the work area each day and how clearly they communicated throughout the project. The bathroom looks better than I imagined, and I’ll definitely be calling Home Project Relief LLC again for future work. Highly recommended!"
Lance N on June 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Reliable, Skilled, and Detail-Oriented – Highly Recommend!” Had them help with a bathroom remodel, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, they were punctual, respectful of my space, and extremely detail-oriented. They handled everything from drywall and tiling to fixture installation with real craftsmanship. What stood out most was how clean they kept the work area each day and how clearly they communicated throughout the project. The bathroom looks better than I imagined, and I’ll definitely be calling Home Project Relief LLC again for future work. Highly recommended!"
Lance N on June 2025
Our Mission is to provide every customer the best value and experience in the construction industry. We are committed to the highest level of professionalism, quality of work, and best response time. Buckstone Building & Restoration, LTD. was originally founded and is currently located in Randolph Township of Portage County (Northeast Ohio). Buckstone is a locally owned and regionally operated organization, dedicated to community and family. Owner, Corey Myrla, has been a regular contributor to local charitable organizations including Habitat for Humanity (serving as Site Supervisor and Building Commitee Member) and multiple youth sports organizations. Our service and dedication sets us apart. Almost 20 years of experience in home renovation, business management, and custom homebuilding construction and sales management will provide the foundation for the next improvement to your home! Our home improvement projects are built around you and your family.
"On time, as promised, on budget, great craftsmanship. Very professional, total cleanup, permits and inspections all included. Highly recommend them for your project!!"
Frank K on November 2023
Our Mission is to provide every customer the best value and experience in the construction industry. We are committed to the highest level of professionalism, quality of work, and best response time. Buckstone Building & Restoration, LTD. was originally founded and is currently located in Randolph Township of Portage County (Northeast Ohio). Buckstone is a locally owned and regionally operated organization, dedicated to community and family. Owner, Corey Myrla, has been a regular contributor to local charitable organizations including Habitat for Humanity (serving as Site Supervisor and Building Commitee Member) and multiple youth sports organizations. Our service and dedication sets us apart. Almost 20 years of experience in home renovation, business management, and custom homebuilding construction and sales management will provide the foundation for the next improvement to your home! Our home improvement projects are built around you and your family.
"On time, as promised, on budget, great craftsmanship. Very professional, total cleanup, permits and inspections all included. Highly recommend them for your project!!"
Frank K on November 2023
Hansen Restoration, Inc. Is a full-service family owned and operated remodeling & restoration company that specializes in high quality home remodeling, as well as restoration. Our company stays at the forefront of not only quality craftsmanship, but design trends as well. As a family-owned and operated business located in Northeast, Ohio, we offer over 90 years of combined experience in the field. Whether you're looking to update your kitchen or bath, build a new addition, or restore your home from unexpected damage, we can offer you unparalleled customer service and workmanship. In Hansen Restoration, we believe that every start deserves a great finish! Additional phone number: (330) 952-1520.
"Excellent work and wonderful experience!"
Ruth C on November 2023
Hansen Restoration, Inc. Is a full-service family owned and operated remodeling & restoration company that specializes in high quality home remodeling, as well as restoration. Our company stays at the forefront of not only quality craftsmanship, but design trends as well. As a family-owned and operated business located in Northeast, Ohio, we offer over 90 years of combined experience in the field. Whether you're looking to update your kitchen or bath, build a new addition, or restore your home from unexpected damage, we can offer you unparalleled customer service and workmanship. In Hansen Restoration, we believe that every start deserves a great finish! Additional phone number: (330) 952-1520.
"Excellent work and wonderful experience!"
Ruth C on November 2023
Hello There, This is the owner of Tim's Home Improvement. We have been in this business for over 30 yrs. We are five employees strong including myself. I am a Hands on Contractor! Nothing gets done without my personal touch or approval period! You will deal with only me and will see me working on every job I put my name on. We are a full service company, meaning we do project from start to finish. We are not a sell you then sub the work out to God knows who company! I have been doing this since I graduated high school at 17. I spent nine years in the carpenters union and had top honors in my 4 year class. I love working with my clients and helping them with ideas that I have so much experience with. I think that is what separates me from some younger guy's who don't have as much knowledge and experience working with people. I truly love my job and helping my clients turning their dreams or needs into realities! Two of my sons are now aboard and eager to follow my lead. I can promise you professionalism, honesty and what I believe to be very affordable! We take our customers ratings very personally and work hard to keep our A rating! I look forward to working with all our Angie's list customers. It's always been a pleasure. Thanks, Tim.
"I hired Tim's Home Improvement to remodel my kitchen and he and his crew did a great job! Tim's communication on the project was exemplary. Tim kept me informed on everything he was going to do and when he was going to do it. He let me know what phone calls I needed to make to assist in the process. He answered my calls late into the evening and on weekends. His team did a great job of staying on task and was responsive to my concerns. I've never worked with a more proactive team on any home project. I have already hired Tim to do my bathroom remodel and am looking forward to working with him again! I would highly recommend Tim for any home remodel project. He can be trusted to do a great job and stay on budget."
Sanda K on March 2024
Hello There, This is the owner of Tim's Home Improvement. We have been in this business for over 30 yrs. We are five employees strong including myself. I am a Hands on Contractor! Nothing gets done without my personal touch or approval period! You will deal with only me and will see me working on every job I put my name on. We are a full service company, meaning we do project from start to finish. We are not a sell you then sub the work out to God knows who company! I have been doing this since I graduated high school at 17. I spent nine years in the carpenters union and had top honors in my 4 year class. I love working with my clients and helping them with ideas that I have so much experience with. I think that is what separates me from some younger guy's who don't have as much knowledge and experience working with people. I truly love my job and helping my clients turning their dreams or needs into realities! Two of my sons are now aboard and eager to follow my lead. I can promise you professionalism, honesty and what I believe to be very affordable! We take our customers ratings very personally and work hard to keep our A rating! I look forward to working with all our Angie's list customers. It's always been a pleasure. Thanks, Tim.
"I hired Tim's Home Improvement to remodel my kitchen and he and his crew did a great job! Tim's communication on the project was exemplary. Tim kept me informed on everything he was going to do and when he was going to do it. He let me know what phone calls I needed to make to assist in the process. He answered my calls late into the evening and on weekends. His team did a great job of staying on task and was responsive to my concerns. I've never worked with a more proactive team on any home project. I have already hired Tim to do my bathroom remodel and am looking forward to working with him again! I would highly recommend Tim for any home remodel project. He can be trusted to do a great job and stay on budget."
Sanda K on March 2024
Kitchen and bathroom remodel. We provide many more service's feel free to ask
"Excellent service, communication, on time, pleasant & efficient. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED"
Karen H on September 2024
Kitchen and bathroom remodel. We provide many more service's feel free to ask
"Excellent service, communication, on time, pleasant & efficient. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED"
Karen H on September 2024
At Tempo Vantage, we specialize in turning your dreams into reality with professional expertise and exceptional results. Our commitment to quality, creativity, and precision ensures that every project we undertake exceeds expectations. Let us bring your vision to life!
"All the work was done in a very workmanship fashion. Very thorough and meticulous attention to details. The work done by Tempo is fantastic and I am very happy to find a contractor that is honest and does quality work. That is a rare commodity these days. Thank you for a great job."
Bill E on April 2025
At Tempo Vantage, we specialize in turning your dreams into reality with professional expertise and exceptional results. Our commitment to quality, creativity, and precision ensures that every project we undertake exceeds expectations. Let us bring your vision to life!
"All the work was done in a very workmanship fashion. Very thorough and meticulous attention to details. The work done by Tempo is fantastic and I am very happy to find a contractor that is honest and does quality work. That is a rare commodity these days. Thank you for a great job."
Bill E on April 2025
Nasser homes and remodeling; Independently owned and operated business focusing on construction of new decks, re-decks ,outdoor living projects, porches, handicap ramps and rails, room additions, siding, windows and all exterior and interior remodeling. kitchens and baths
"Joe was scheduled to build a deck on 4/1/19. He showed up on 4/3/19 with no explanation for 1 of 2 no show days, & I was informed within 2 hrs of expected arrival time. The deck is average, with 3 issues – 1) Instead of using a chalk line to line up screws, he used a permanent marker. 2) The 2 handrails don’t match each other, offered a partial remedy and invalid excuse, but didn’t follow through. 3) Some boards were built on top of a couple old pavers, which now will be a struggle to try and dig out. After the deck experience, I chose to weigh more heavily on the reviews I read, and looked at what was good about the experience, so I followed through on having him come back to tackle the many projects that we needed done. I would soon realize that would be a poor and costly decision, and that I should have gone with my gut, and moved on to another contractor. Even though, Joe had a very long task list and a deadline, he never felt the need to come before 9 -10a or work later than 3:30p. In 10 days, he did work until 4p twice, but he also missed two days. I guess there was no urgency to get the tasks done, because he had convinced us that we would make out better if we paid him and his crew an hourly rate, so they were getting a weekly check, and possibly dragging their feet some. Joe promotes himself as being a very experienced (40yrs), talented, knowledgeable contractor. We found his work to be poor, shoddy, and he likes to take short cuts. He is very overconfident, and claims to know how to do things, which he does not. 1) No respect for a client’s property – Example: When Joe came to our home to give us an estimate, he stated that he would protect our carpet by putting down tarps/drop cloths. Our carpet is 1.5 yrs old. Joe and his crew were the first people to walk on our carpet with shoes on, much less filthy work boots. They didn’t wear booties, nor did they put tarps/drop cloths down. Our carpet not only has debris in every room, they got dirt stains in the hall, paint stains in the closets, soaked our carpet w/ dirty bucket water in several areas and one crew member used a shop vac w/o checking that the filter was on, like he was instructed to do. So much dirt was airborne that it set off the smoke detector!! The same crew member put large holes in our drywall, used a lot of foul language, was very defiant to the others trying to give him technique instructions. I told Joe I didn’t want that person back in our home, as we were paying him $15/hr to destroy our house! 2)He has no respect for the materials he is working with – Example: It took Joe 3 hrs to install a steel exterior door. He not only scratched up the area around the handle set and strike hardware on both sides of the door, he installed the lock upside down. They either damaged, painted over, scratched up or smudged up everything they touched. He even damaged a door and returned it for another door. He damaged several pieces of Pergo flooring because he thought it would be ok to use a nail gun on a floating floor! 3)He takes your things w/o permission – Example: I went through a whole ordeal to purchase Whitewood boards to be used as decorative shelves. I had put them out in the garage w/ the rest of what I had purchased. A week later when I went to get the boards to put a stain on them and get them ready for hanging, they were gone. I asked the crew if they had seen them. Joe told me “we had to use them” because when they poorly installed the entry door, he said the wood under the threshold was rotten and they had to replace it. So, instead of him going to Lowe’s and picking up a $3 treated board, he took it upon himself to use my $10 board that is not treated and not meant to be used for construction purposes, much less be exposed to the outside. I then printed off the board info, and asked him if he goes to Lowe’s if he would pick me up another Whitewood board and I would reimburse him for it when he got back. He brought a board back, and told me he would cut and sand it. I told him it didn’t need to be sanded because it was already sanded. He said he was going to sand it anyway because of fingerprints?? I don’t know what that means, but it was not necessary to do, but yet he wants to be paid $30/hr to work on a board, that I specifically asked him to leave alone. We had a brand new ladder in the garage protected under plastic, that was still in the packaging. He opened the packaging and used the ladder! If you needed to use our ladder, why not ask me first? You just don’t help yourself. What kind of contractor doesn’t have their own ladder anyway? 4) He takes liberties when he shouldn’t, and when he does ask you a question or your opinion he doesn’t listen to your response. Example: When installing the entry door, they raised it up, therefore the storm door wouldn’t be able to clear the angled soffit. He said he could notch out the soffit and come back and build a peaked porch roof or we could just not have soffit above the door. We understood if the storm door was installed it would only be able to open a few inches. We don’t use the front door, and we wanted to address the roof at a later time. Throughout the day I had to say to him approx. 4 times, install the door, and do not take out the soffit. And 4 times he told me to “just think about it”. Then the last thing I heard was him telling his #2 to take the soffit out. I then had to step in and say NO again! As with everything else he had touched, he wanted to open up yet another can of worms, and not complete anything he started. Needless to say, the storm door was not installed. I have expose untreated wood that not only sticks out inches from the house, but is exposed to the weather. Two weeks, and every room has a project started. Not a single thing was completed or done correctly. I had another contractor come in and look at all that was done. This contractor was floored, and tore everything apart that Joe had done, from the painting, to the trim, to the accent wall, to the flooring. I was also instructed to request from Joe his business insurance information, so that we could file a claim because we lost money paying for his labor and for the materials that will have to be replaced. I have yet to hear back regarding his insurance information. Hiring Joe was the worst, most expensive mistake we have ever made. Calculating the damage, carpet cleaning, and materials replacement he owes us approx. $1136. He told us he would have everything done on a certain day. We had two days left to go, and out of 17 task items, not a single one had been completed or done correctly. The kicker was the Pergo flooring. You don’t nail down Pergo laminate flooring (floating floor)!! When he was let go, he sent me a message telling me what the next person who lays the flooring should do. I read that message to a contractor that specializes in flooring, and he laughed and said that is all INCORRECT. What a nightmare."
Scott J on May 2019
Nasser homes and remodeling; Independently owned and operated business focusing on construction of new decks, re-decks ,outdoor living projects, porches, handicap ramps and rails, room additions, siding, windows and all exterior and interior remodeling. kitchens and baths
"Joe was scheduled to build a deck on 4/1/19. He showed up on 4/3/19 with no explanation for 1 of 2 no show days, & I was informed within 2 hrs of expected arrival time. The deck is average, with 3 issues – 1) Instead of using a chalk line to line up screws, he used a permanent marker. 2) The 2 handrails don’t match each other, offered a partial remedy and invalid excuse, but didn’t follow through. 3) Some boards were built on top of a couple old pavers, which now will be a struggle to try and dig out. After the deck experience, I chose to weigh more heavily on the reviews I read, and looked at what was good about the experience, so I followed through on having him come back to tackle the many projects that we needed done. I would soon realize that would be a poor and costly decision, and that I should have gone with my gut, and moved on to another contractor. Even though, Joe had a very long task list and a deadline, he never felt the need to come before 9 -10a or work later than 3:30p. In 10 days, he did work until 4p twice, but he also missed two days. I guess there was no urgency to get the tasks done, because he had convinced us that we would make out better if we paid him and his crew an hourly rate, so they were getting a weekly check, and possibly dragging their feet some. Joe promotes himself as being a very experienced (40yrs), talented, knowledgeable contractor. We found his work to be poor, shoddy, and he likes to take short cuts. He is very overconfident, and claims to know how to do things, which he does not. 1) No respect for a client’s property – Example: When Joe came to our home to give us an estimate, he stated that he would protect our carpet by putting down tarps/drop cloths. Our carpet is 1.5 yrs old. Joe and his crew were the first people to walk on our carpet with shoes on, much less filthy work boots. They didn’t wear booties, nor did they put tarps/drop cloths down. Our carpet not only has debris in every room, they got dirt stains in the hall, paint stains in the closets, soaked our carpet w/ dirty bucket water in several areas and one crew member used a shop vac w/o checking that the filter was on, like he was instructed to do. So much dirt was airborne that it set off the smoke detector!! The same crew member put large holes in our drywall, used a lot of foul language, was very defiant to the others trying to give him technique instructions. I told Joe I didn’t want that person back in our home, as we were paying him $15/hr to destroy our house! 2)He has no respect for the materials he is working with – Example: It took Joe 3 hrs to install a steel exterior door. He not only scratched up the area around the handle set and strike hardware on both sides of the door, he installed the lock upside down. They either damaged, painted over, scratched up or smudged up everything they touched. He even damaged a door and returned it for another door. He damaged several pieces of Pergo flooring because he thought it would be ok to use a nail gun on a floating floor! 3)He takes your things w/o permission – Example: I went through a whole ordeal to purchase Whitewood boards to be used as decorative shelves. I had put them out in the garage w/ the rest of what I had purchased. A week later when I went to get the boards to put a stain on them and get them ready for hanging, they were gone. I asked the crew if they had seen them. Joe told me “we had to use them” because when they poorly installed the entry door, he said the wood under the threshold was rotten and they had to replace it. So, instead of him going to Lowe’s and picking up a $3 treated board, he took it upon himself to use my $10 board that is not treated and not meant to be used for construction purposes, much less be exposed to the outside. I then printed off the board info, and asked him if he goes to Lowe’s if he would pick me up another Whitewood board and I would reimburse him for it when he got back. He brought a board back, and told me he would cut and sand it. I told him it didn’t need to be sanded because it was already sanded. He said he was going to sand it anyway because of fingerprints?? I don’t know what that means, but it was not necessary to do, but yet he wants to be paid $30/hr to work on a board, that I specifically asked him to leave alone. We had a brand new ladder in the garage protected under plastic, that was still in the packaging. He opened the packaging and used the ladder! If you needed to use our ladder, why not ask me first? You just don’t help yourself. What kind of contractor doesn’t have their own ladder anyway? 4) He takes liberties when he shouldn’t, and when he does ask you a question or your opinion he doesn’t listen to your response. Example: When installing the entry door, they raised it up, therefore the storm door wouldn’t be able to clear the angled soffit. He said he could notch out the soffit and come back and build a peaked porch roof or we could just not have soffit above the door. We understood if the storm door was installed it would only be able to open a few inches. We don’t use the front door, and we wanted to address the roof at a later time. Throughout the day I had to say to him approx. 4 times, install the door, and do not take out the soffit. And 4 times he told me to “just think about it”. Then the last thing I heard was him telling his #2 to take the soffit out. I then had to step in and say NO again! As with everything else he had touched, he wanted to open up yet another can of worms, and not complete anything he started. Needless to say, the storm door was not installed. I have expose untreated wood that not only sticks out inches from the house, but is exposed to the weather. Two weeks, and every room has a project started. Not a single thing was completed or done correctly. I had another contractor come in and look at all that was done. This contractor was floored, and tore everything apart that Joe had done, from the painting, to the trim, to the accent wall, to the flooring. I was also instructed to request from Joe his business insurance information, so that we could file a claim because we lost money paying for his labor and for the materials that will have to be replaced. I have yet to hear back regarding his insurance information. Hiring Joe was the worst, most expensive mistake we have ever made. Calculating the damage, carpet cleaning, and materials replacement he owes us approx. $1136. He told us he would have everything done on a certain day. We had two days left to go, and out of 17 task items, not a single one had been completed or done correctly. The kicker was the Pergo flooring. You don’t nail down Pergo laminate flooring (floating floor)!! When he was let go, he sent me a message telling me what the next person who lays the flooring should do. I read that message to a contractor that specializes in flooring, and he laughed and said that is all INCORRECT. What a nightmare."
Scott J on May 2019
The cost of home remodeling is $50,000 for the average homeowner. However, this cost can range anywhere from $3,000 for a small project to $170,000 for a whole home remodel. Factors like project size, location, and room type all affect your overall cost. For example, bedroom remodeling costs are one of the least expensive projects, costing about $1,500 to $5,500 per bedroom. However, a kitchen remodel has a significant cost range, totaling anywhere from $14,500 to over $70,000.
Yes, most states require home remodeling contractors to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an unlicensed home remodeling contractor could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations.
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The best time of year to remodel your home is late winter and early spring when fewer homeowners are thinking about projects and pros are more available. Also consider the type of remodel you want and plan ahead as much as possible. For example, the summer is a great time of year to update your fireplace, but winter is a better option for fixing foundations and building room additions.
There are a few things you can do to prepare for a home remodeling project to ensure a smooth construction process. Creating a detailed budget can help you stay on track, especially with the excitement of new construction or upgrades. It’s also beneficial to map out a remodeling timeline with your contractor to have clear expectations. In addition, you’ll want to prepare the space that will be worked on ahead of time—this could be tarping furniture or entirely removing belongings from the room.
Home renovation insurance, sometimes called “dwelling under renovation coverage” or “builder’s risk insurance,” helps financially cover any damages that occur during the home renovation process. While different from typical homeowners insurance, many homeowners insurance policies already include some sort of home renovation insurance or offer it as an additional add-on. While this insurance isn’t necessary for every home remodeling project, it’s best to contact your insurance company to verify if it’s needed and what your coverage options are.