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Majo Ahrens Construction Inc.

General Remodeling, Kitchen and Bath Remodeling, Plumbing,

About us

Customer satisfaction is my number one priority. I would rather make a little less and do the job right than rush through to meet a profit margin. I (Majo Ahrens) have 18 years of experience. I underwent a 3 year carpentry apprenticeship in Germany. Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. was formed in 2005 and is the culmination of my life's work. I would gladly join you at any stage of your project from helping design the perfect ADU to deciding which wood to use in your garden beds. I have 6 full-time and very trust worthy employees and only use licensed subcontractors for plumbing and electrical work.

Business highlights

20 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

We do any form of General Construction. Full and Partial additions. ADU's (includes permit process) basement and attic conversions. Kitchen and bathroom remodels. Full home remodels. Finish carpentry, furniture and cabinetry. Wood, tile, vinyl and laminate floors. Decks, patios, fences, and landscaping. Counter tops, interior and exterior masonry,interior and exterior painting and windows and doors.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

$50

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Financing Available

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.832 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
88%
4
6%
3
6%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 32 reviews

Keith N.
06/2015
5.0
electrician, remodeling, contractors, woodworking
  + 2 more
The project started out a bit slow with a lot of waiting on building permits and the structural engineer. After the permits were issued Majo and his crew got to work. The first week was somewhat raining but they kept working. His lead carpenters are excellent. They, like Majo, know there stuff. They built things the way they were suppose to be built. They did not cut corners. Several times Majo would approach me and explain what they ran into. He would propose ways to deal with the issues that came up. And his ideals were good. The last contractor I hired would have just covered up the issue so they could get out of there quicker. The project was a great success. Excellent workmanship. I am totally happy with the results and I would not hesitate to hire them again.
Description of Work: Majo build an addition on to the back of our house, frequently called a "pop-out". He handled all aspects or the project including design, planning, foundation, carpentry, electrical, roof and painting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$37,000

Daniel S.
05/2015
3.0
remodeling, replacement windows
  + 0 more
contractor installed windows. one window was incorrect size and at first he didn't want to take responsibility to pay for and install the replacement. in the end he did but it took some time and discussion. majo was on-site to do measuring of windows - but after checking two or three windows, chose to use the numbers that a first window installer had taken and left at our house. before ordering the windows i called and emailed to double check and make sure we should use those numbers - he said yes, go with those numbers. so the measurements were his responsibility. the worst part was that he broke his contract and did not finish the work. his contract stated that he would paint all exterior window frames but he did not do the work. his position was that since he had to pay for and install the mis-measured window he should not have to finish the contracted work. in the end majo seems to have a problem with admitting fault and taking responsibility, and having no problem with breaking his own contracts. if there is an option he seems to always move in a way that will benefit himself, even if it comes at the cost of a paying customer. he is able to do decent work, but you can probably find a more reasonable contractor.
Description of Work: install windows

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$2,700

Response from Majo Ahrens Construction Inc.
FIRST OF ALL I WAS NOT INVOLVED IN MEASURING, ORDERING AND DELIVERING YOUR WINDOWS AS PER OUR CONTRACT. I / WE DID THE INSTALL ONLY, I WAS ONSITE FOR MOST OF THE DAY AS WE HAD DISCUSSED. AFTER THE CONTRACTED PORTION OF THE BID WAS COMPLETED, I HAD EVEN AGREED FOR YOU TO HIRE MY EMPLOYEE AFTER HOURS AND THE WEEKEND TO SAVE YOU SOME $$$ ON SOME COMPLETELY DIFFERENT TASKS. T H A N K S

Joel J.
12/2014
5.0
excavators, remodeling
  + 0 more
I had called several contractors off the top of the List. Majo was the third to come inspect the site, and the only one both capable and available to do the work. His design was also the most cost-effective and aesthetically promising. I was able to schedule the work within a few weeks. Majo was responsive and professional about scheduling. The wall needed to be done before heavy rains set in. Majo designed, scheduled and managed the project. We went over the project on inspection and on the first day of work. That day Majo joined his crew for a full days work. They excavated the shrubbery below the deck and set up the frame for the stairs. When this was done, we revised the plan for a more elegant design against the existing structure. His foreman, Elmer oversaw the rest of the job days. Weather and other issues caused the job to take a few extra days and some additional materials, yet the cost did not exceed the original estimate. The whole job took about a week. When it was all done, the result was beautiful, clean and solid. The deck had always had a downward cast of about 2° After completion, I asked Majo about addressing this issue and he sent Elmer back to the site- after a day and a half of work, the deck was level, and I was only asked to consider contributing the cost of the materials. The crew was friendly and knowledgeable. I believe I got more than my money's worth, so I am happy to write a good review. When I have remodeling to do, I will call Majo Ahrens Construction. I have already recommended them to friends.
Description of Work: Designed and built a stairway to my upstairs deck, poured a concrete pad below the deck for a hot tub, improved a wall of exterior siding that had been installed without flashing. After the work was done, they returned to level the deck by replacing a support beam.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

MACE V.
09/2014
5.0
decks, remodeling
  + 0 more
Awesome. Majo and his crew are incredibly professional. His prices were fair and the quality of the work was amazing: very solid construction!
Description of Work: Built a beautiful covered back deck.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,000

Kim D.
04/2014
5.0
flooring contractor, plumbing, remodeling, home remodeling, basement remodeling
  + 3 more
It went well. There were obstacles discovered along the way byt they kept coming back until everyhting was correct and complete.
Description of Work: Remodeled a basement bedroom and bath. Changed floor plan, moved plumbing and re-surfaced the interior.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Katie S H.
02/2014
5.0
countertops, plumbing
  + 0 more
Majo was fast to respond to my inquiry, reasonably priced, scheduled quickly, showed up on time, and did an excellent job. Great experience with a nice, polite, professional, knowledgable person. We will definitely be using him for future projects. Thank you, Majo!
Description of Work: Cut back a granite countertop, replaced a shut off valve for the dishwasher, gave estimates on other projects.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

FRED G.
01/2014
5.0
drywall, plumbing, remodeling, roofing, home remodeling
  + 3 more
Each job was done separately but he was willing to come back to do more work after we were pleased with the work done. His rates were reasonable and he was able to problem solve as unepected repairs were needed.
Description of Work: Remodeled bathroom, replaced roof on home and shed, and repaired drain leak and wall damage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000

Bonnie L.
12/2013
5.0
air duct cleaning, insulation
  + 0 more
They installed vapor barrier in my crawl space and reconnected and insulated duct work. I needed the work completed immediately and they did a great job!
Description of Work: I used Majo Ahrens Construction Inc.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

DAVID K.
04/2013
5.0
decks, remodeling
  + 0 more
He's very good. He was really quick. The price is good. He has good ideas. He's hardworking. He's done something for us before and he checked on his previous work just to see if it was still good.
Description of Work: Majo Ahrens Construction did the deck work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

ED and CAROL P.
04/2013
5.0
doors, electrician, flooring contractor, garage doors, remodeling, home remodeling, plumbing, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 7 more
I would strongly recommend Majo for many reasons including the following: He is does very high quality work and is honest and fair. He has great ideas and is a creative problem solver. Majo and his team (Elmer, Charlie, Felipe) were easy to have around and I had no worries about them being the house while I was gone etc. Every large project will have at least one little thing go wrong. The test of any contactor is how he handles it. When we had an issue with a sink install he was very responsive and quickly resolved the problem. Majo will always be my first call for any remodeling projects or questions.
Description of Work: Create an accessory residential unit (in-law apartment) within our home in Tigard. This involved moving a wall, adding a subpanel, adding a completely new kitchen and bathroom, adding/reframing several windows and doors including removing an old garage door, new flooring, and converting standard walls to fire rated walls to meet code. Lots of framing, sheetrock, plumbing, mechanical and electrical. They worked at our home in two phases, beginning Sept. 2012 and ending March 2013.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$28,000

Kim D.
03/2013
4.0
remodeling, home remodeling, basement remodeling
  + 1 more
Prompt and capable general contractor for remodel work. Communication/expectation differences with the finish work, punch lists and clean-up. One significant problem that was taken care of right away.
Description of Work: We remodeled a basement room and bathroom.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,000

Jennifer R.
03/2013
5.0
remodeling, plumbing, basement remodeling
  + 1 more
As first time new home owners on a very tight budget our experience with Majo Ahens Construction was extremely pleasant. We don't have any regrets about using them as our contractor. Majo was extremely professional and very easy to get a hold of. He helped us come up with a solution to our problem on a budget that we were able to afford. The work was done well and in a timely manner. Couldn't ask for more... I would recommend him to anyone I know! Thanks again!
Description of Work: Flooding occurred in our basement due to the washer's overflow drain. It required all the walls to be redone. We also had plumbing work done to install a utility sink.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,150

John M.
03/2013
5.0
doors, excavators, flooring contractor, remodeling, hardwood floor, insulation, home remodeling, replacement windows, woodworking
  + 7 more
Some of the work he did that comes to mind right now: - Demolition of the back of my house including part of the foundation. - Excavation and building of new foundation (a big project in itself) - Framing that included the new addition and some "found" space above the kitchen to be used as storage. - Installing windows and doors (both interior and exterior). - Supervising subcontractors, such as the sheetrockers. - Providing guidance and practical tips around plumbing and electrical, which I had separated from the original bid. - Coordinating changes in the plan with the architect and engineer. - Finish carpentry including all trimwork - Insulation to code. - Installation of beautiful oak flooring with a environmentally friendly finish. - In fact, the whole project was conducted in the most environmentally friendly way possible. - Assistance with cabinetry installation. - Probably a lot more that doesn't come to mind right now.
Description of Work: I'm really glad to have chosen Majo as a contractor for our kitchen remodel. The job consisted of pretty much tearing off the back of my house, expanding the kitchen and creating an entryway into the basement. Although I had spoken with other contractors, I felt Majo would be the best to work with because he came highly recommended and early on I knew he was someone that had the sensibility to find ways to stay within the budget and to provide high quality work. He was very accommodating to my desire to break the bid into components and to have me either complete some of the work myself or find someone else to do so. Although I did end up doing some of work myself, there were pieces that had been pulled from the bid that I kept returning to him. Overall it was a positive experience and we now have a wonderfully expanded kitchen, basement entrance and some storage space above the kitchen that was not in the original plan. On numerous occasions our conversations would result in me saying something to the effect of "well, what would YOU do if this were YOUR house", and we often went with his answer. I've never regretted going with his judgement. The team of guys he works with are very solid hard workers and it was a pleasure to have them around my house for what worked out to be the better part of four months. I would happily recommend Majo to anyone looking to complete a remodel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90,000

ANN C.
06/2012
5.0
ceramic tile, remodeling, hardwood floor, home remodeling
  + 2 more
From beginning to end, the job ran as smoothly as possible. Mayo's expertise and craftsmanship are reflected in the excellent results. He and his crew show up on time, do the work they say they will do, clean up and leave a great impression.
Description of Work: Majo is the best. You can't go wrong in hiring him. He remodeled my guest bathroom, repaired a wood floor in my entryway, removed a wood stove and re-grouted the tile in my kitchen.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

ED and CAROL P.
09/2011
5.0
flooring contractor, home remodeling
  + 0 more
Majo was easy to reach by phone, responsive, and punctual. He understood immediately what we wanted and didn't try to talk us into more. His estimate was considerably lower than the other two we obtained. Everything he said he would do he did. He (and his assistant) did the work on time and on budget. The bathroom looks great and I feel confident that the area where the rot occurred is well-sealed now. He will be my first call if we need other work done, and I would certainly recommend him to others.
Description of Work: Removed old vinyl flooring, toilet, vanity in small bathroom. Evaluated extent of subfloor rot near shower. Repaired subfloor, laid new marmoleum, installed new vanity/sink and toilet. I purchased the marmoleum, toilet, and vanity/sink, so the cost of the job was for labor and installation materials.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

ANN C.
09/2011
5.0
ceramic tile, decks, drywall, electrician, flooring contractor, remodeling, hardwood floor, interior painters, plumbing, woodworking
  + 8 more
Working with Majo is an absolute pleasure because he is so professional and helpful. His craftsmanship and attention to detail are the reasons I keep calling and keep referring him to friends. Majo gives accurate estimates, shows up on time, problem solves, supervises his helpers, finishes the job when he says he will, and does superior work. I am completely satisfied with all his work.
Description of Work: I have contracted Majo Ahrens for many jobs over the years. The most recent project was a complete bathroom remodel. He replaced all the fixtures, lights and laid a wood floor. In addition, he tore off the old tile on the wall, textured the drywall and painted. Looks fabulous! He also regrouted my kitchen tile, took out a woodstove and replaced the wood flooring as well as repaired the ceiling where the flue had been. Majo is a man with many skills and talents.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Yvonne F.
07/2011
5.0
decks, home remodeling, woodworking
  + 1 more
He is my favorite contractor and I can’t praise him enough. He is fantastic and very reliable. He comes when he says he would be here. He listens exactly to what we want and he is very talented. He handmade some pillars. He mimicked some pillars to go along the banister. Everybody who passes by, stop and look at it and they praise it. It was reasonable priced. He was a very skilled worker. If I am planning on something and if I had only a partial idea, I can rely on him to come up with a view that I didn’t have already. He is good at envisioning new projects. He really worked with me on the price and I was able to pay him in installments and it was really nice. He might not be like that with everybody, but he has done several projects for me.
Description of Work: I have used Majo Ahrens Construction LLC several times. He did a kitchen remodel and he also did our back deck and front porch. The last job that he did was out front porch last fall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

WALTER E.
03/2011
5.0
ceramic tile, drywall, remodeling, insulation, interior painters, home remodeling, plumbing
  + 5 more
Majo did an excellent job. He was great to work with, gave us an accurate timetable of the work, told us what to expect when, and kept us informed in the case of any delays. He was able to seal of the kitchen well from the rest of the house to cut down on excess dust, and he always kept the work areas clean. He is one of the best people we have ever worked with. Friends who had used Majo for their kitchen remodel recommended him, and we will recommend him to all of our friends.
Description of Work: Majo did part of the work for a complete kitchen remodel we did. He handled the tear down of the old kitchen, insulating, installing the dry wall, painting, plumbing, and tiling (we used 1" glass tiles between the countertop and upper cabinets). He also made a recommendation for an electrician who did the rewiring and lighting for us, and worked very well with the cabinet maker/installer and the countertop people we had hired.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,500

Mary M.
10/2010
3.0
drywall, flooring contractor
  + 0 more
We had some communication issues. He is not fan of having a very detailed contract, but that was not something I felt like I needed to advocate for. We needed to have a clearer contract. I would not recommend them to others.
Description of Work: Majo Ahrens Construction was last here for a call back for a repair to a job that had been completed. They installed new hardwood floors in 3 rooms, an exterior french door, 3 interior doors and some dry walling to cover a hole.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$9,500

Rebecca V.
10/2010
4.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
See comments in services provided area.
Description of Work: We interviewed Majo and received a bid for a small art studio addition. He was very knowledgeable and professional and he made it to our short list of service providers. We ultimately selected a contractor whom we had worked with before, but we would definitely consider Majo for any future needs. He was timely, thorough and quite competitive with his cost estimate. He also had great suggestions regarding some of the design.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

ANN C.
08/2010
5.0
remodeling, home remodeling
  + 0 more
Majo is a craftsman of the first caliber. Everything was completed on time. He and his crew show up on time, do the work as agreed, and clean up everything. I have chemical sensitivities so they take care to seal off the work areas. Every job I have contracted has exceeded my expectations.
Description of Work: Remodeled guest bathroom, removed wood stove, repaired floor and ceiling where wood stove stood; and regrouted kitchen tile.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Danielle M.
06/2010
5.0
drywall
  + -1 more
They were timely and very clean. They came when they said they would. They are very good.
Description of Work: Majo Ahrens Construction repaired a cracked wall in the basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Yvonne F.
06/2010
5.0
drywall, electrician, flooring contractor, remodeling, home remodeling, plumbing
  + 4 more
It went really well. I have an old 1912 craftsman style house and they pretty well gutted the kitchen and we pushed out one wall and took everything down to the studs. There was new wiring, plumbing, cabinets, everything. Majo was just great to work with. Of course with any big project some unforeseen things pop up and he was a great resource with his ideas and how to tackle problems and it turned out beautifully.
Description of Work: He did a kitchen remodel in Sept/Oct and he built a deck in May/June of this year and I will be hiring him also for a front porch. Of the above price $70,000 was for the kitchen and $5,600 was for the deck.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75,600

MACE V.
01/2010
5.0
closet systems, remodeling, insulation, plumbing, contractors, woodworking
  + 4 more
Majo is great. He is easy to work with and open to discussing a project in depth. He comes to his work with fantastic training in Germany working on houses that are older than the United States. He is a good communicator, has excellent craftsmanship and a wide range of skills that make him a perfect general contractor. We have hired him back to do repair work on a back porch and will get a bid from him for future projects.
Description of Work: Basement remodel that included new egress window, framing, and plumbing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30,000

Yvonne F.
10/2009
5.0
home remodeling
  + -1 more
They are very hard worker and it looks like we are going to finish on schedule, if not a little early. They are also very flexible in terms of dealing with any problems and their price is also very competitive.
Description of Work: They are my general contractor and they are doing a pretty big kitchen remodeling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000
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Contact information

1170 SE River Forest Rd, Portland, OR 97267

www.majoarensconstruction.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

General Remodeling,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Plumbing,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Drywall,
Insulation,
Electrical,
Decks and Porches,
Basement Remodeling,
Ceramic Tile,
Windows

FAQ

Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available
Yes, Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. offers free project estimates.
Yes, Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. offers emergency services.
Yes, Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. offers warranties.
Majo Ahrens Construction Inc. offers the following services: We do any form of General Construction. Full and Partial additions. ADU's (includes permit process) basement and attic conversions. Kitchen and bathroom remodels. Full home remodels. Finish carpentry, furniture and cabinetry. Wood, tile, vinyl and laminate floors. Decks, patios, fences, and landscaping. Counter tops, interior and exterior masonry,interior and exterior painting and windows and doors.

Contact information

1170 SE River Forest Rd, Portland, OR 97267

www.majoarensconstruction.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed