SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION

Handyman Services, General Remodeling, Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,

About us

We are a seasoned remodeling company joyfully serving Portland since 2004. We have 8-10 full time employees. We have all been working together for years. We only bring people that we know or who come highly recommended to the job site. We use a small group of very reliable licensed subs for plumbing, electrical and HVAC work. We stand behind our work and the work of all of our subs. We do all aspects of Residential Remodeling; Basement, Garage, and Attic Conversions, Additional Dwelling Units. Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels. Basement foundation wall/floor sealing. Decks and Porches, exterior painting, and fences. Flooring, tile, built-ins, stairs, drywall, etc. We also do handy man repairs/jobs...all aspects of home maintenance and repair. We have been a partner in the City of Portland's FIR program (Field Issued Remodeling Permits) for over a decade. CCB LICENSE #: 173347. Call today 5039577559. Website- http://www.sundogconstruction.com

Business highlights

21 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

RESIDENTIAL REMODELING; BASEMENT AND ATTIC ADU CONVERSIONS, KITCHENS, BATHROOMS, DECKS AND PORCHES, ADDITIONS, BASEMENTS, MOISTURE SEALING, EARTHQUAKE PROOFING, DRY ROT REPAIR, ALL ASPECTS OF HOME MAINTENANCE & REPAIR, BIG JOBS, SMALL JOBS & HANDYMAN SERVICES.

Services we don't offer

Ask for details - *Do NOT take jobs in Washington state at this time.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

2%



Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard
Zelle

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.5191 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
56%
4
12%
3
3%
2
6%
1
10%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.5
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7

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Showing 1-25 of 191 reviews

Margriet H.
12/2024
5.0
landscaping, siding, house painters, countertops, drywall, electrician, picture framing, plumbing, remodeling, water heater repair, basement waterproofing, architect, foundation repair, basement remodeling
  + 12 more
Excellent! The Sundogs, crew of 3, did a marvelous job of changing my wet and moist basement into a beautiful apartment. Floor was removed and a subcontractor hired to replace the floor after complicated drainage system and sump pumps were installed. Due to the small crew and the complicated problems, it took longer to finish, but I have now a beautiful apartment in my basement. They are dear and honest people who work hard. Thank you Sundogs!
Description of Work: Basement water problem
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Brenda S.
02/2022
5.0
concrete driveways, insulation, landscaping, roofing, siding, replacement windows, deck cleaning, pressure washing, home builders, woodworking, drain pipe, stucco, asbestos removal, doors, mudjacking, foundation repair, outdoor lighting, stamped concrete, patios
  + 17 more
Sun Dog has performed two major jobs on our 1925 Portland home. First, they redesigned and rebuilt our front porch. The second project included removal of asbestos tiles and installing Hardy Plank siding and trim, insulation, window replacement and concrete upgrade and repair. In both cases they did an outstanding job which increased the aesthetic appeal and quality of our home. Their craftsmen were friendly, courteous and above all, highly skilled with great attention to detail. We are extremely pleased with the results and would highly recommend Sun Dog for your home improvement and building projects,
Description of Work: Concrete renovation, and home insulation, siding replacement, new windows & storm windows

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Paul W.
02/2022
5.0
contractors, decks, gutter cleaning, gutter repair, handyman service, siding, replacement windows, woodworking, house painters, patios
  + 8 more
The work was performed well, and within expected time, even when inclement weather was involved. In fact, they went out of their way to contruct a heated housing to make sure the paint dried which was creatively brilliant! They were always pleasant to talk to and communicated the progress updates well. Sun Dog Construction comes highly recommended.
Description of Work: Exterior Window Repairs, Trim, Paint, Gutters, roof patch.

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

Chris B.
12/2020
5.0
contractors, closet systems, drywall, electrician, handyman service, insulation, lighting, remodeling, roofing, replacement windows, skylights, woodworking
  + 10 more
The project went just great. The Sundog crew discovered wiring where it shouldn't be, and was able to quickly reconfigure upstairs lighting in two different locations and still the the project done on time. This is the third time (maybe fourth?) that we've asked Sundog Construction to help get a project completed, and every time it's been a success. Plus, we like the crew. They're cool, super competent, fast, and easy people to have inside your living space.
Description of Work: Skylights and trim and electrical modifications

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

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Always a pleasure. Thank you for the continued working relationship.

Brenda S.
12/2020
5.0
awnings, contractors, handyman service, roofing, deck cleaning, house painters, sunrooms, roof cleaning, patios, outdoor kitchens
  + 8 more
Autumn is a very good designer and easily came up with a plan for our porch remodel. We love the finished project.
Description of Work: Patio Pergola remodel
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for you kind words. It was a pleasure working on your Project and we loved playing with Lola the pup...

Katie M.
12/2020
5.0
decks
  + -1 more
Our new deck is awesome, and the team was great to work with.
Description of Work: Deck and Arbor replacement.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure working on your cool Arbor, Pergola, and deck...

Matt M.
03/2020
5.0
ceramic tile, drywall, plumbing, home remodeling
  + 2 more
From project estimating to completion, my experience with Sun Dog was top drawer. Robert was kind, thoughtful, professional and a great communicator throughout the duration of the project. We could not be more pleased with the results and wish that we had another project for his team to start on immediately! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sun Dog for projects large and small. They're well-equipped and well-able to handle all aspects! Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Description of Work: Bathroom 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
$8,600

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure working on your job and we look forward to helping out again in the future.

Kathryn C.
10/2019
5.0
ceramic tile, concrete repair, decks, drywall, electrician, egress windows, excavators, fencing, flooring contractor, picture framing, handyman service, heating & air conditioning/hvac, insulation, lighting, plumbing, remodeling, replacement windows, woodworking, architect, glass block, house painters, interior painters, doors, mudjacking, foundation repair
  + 23 more
I first met Autumn Pardee and Sun Dog Construction when finding someone to do last minute foundation work so a friend to close on his house sale. Autumn jumped to the rescue, using his contacts to get it done during the height of construction season, for a very reasonable price, and in time to save the house deal. I then used him to help design and build a backyard oasis. Concept Planning: During the concept stage, Autumn walked through the yard with us asking so many questions, and pointing out logistics such as, “Everyone is partying in the hot tub, but they need to use the restroom…perhaps a small facility here in the corner of your garage so they don’t have to tromp through the house sopping wet?” Excellent idea! I’m glad it was planned for from the start. An Eye for Design: We had selected a pre-made glass block window for the garage bathroom. Once the project took shape, they suggested a different sized window that would fit better with the door we had selected and interior layout. Great eye for the project; it looks wonderful! Minimal Disruption: Throughout the project they worked hard to ensure that we were disrupted as little as possible, and the site was left as clean as possible at the end of the day. We were not without any utilities for more than two hours at any time in the project, despite putting in a new sewer line, and running water, electrical and gas lines to the garage. Quality Craftsmanship: The swim-spa and hot tub are different depths. They designed it so that they are both about 24” above ground for easy access and so they don’t visually dominate the backyard. This required incredible concrete and framing work, down to the inch. The interior trim work for the garage bathroom is beautiful; the exterior trim looks normal despite the fact the garage stucco was exceedingly uneven. Time and Budget: Sun Dog Construction is City of Portland FIR certified. This means they work with an inspector and can expedite the permit process. This greatly smooths and speeds up the construction process. The project budget they provided was what they charged. I did walk through the bid with them very carefully at the outset so that I knew exactly what they were planning on installing, and had it reflected in the contract. As we went through construction and small details came up, they never come back and say that would cost us extra. Customer Satisfaction: This goes along with their whole professional approach. They care about making sure we are happy with the end result. They fixed the trim we weren’t happy with; they worked to fix a drainage problem with the steam shower kit; they repainted the existing garage door to match the new one! That really helped make whole backyard come together. They care about the details that really make the project shine. Summary: Sun Dog Construction provides quality craftsmanship and excellent customer. They listen to what you, work with you on our specific requests to make it happen, and make valuable suggestions to improve the project and your experience. They care. I will definitely be using them for future projects.
Description of Work: Design Backyard Oasis: Extend/level backyard; install partially sunken swim spa and hot tub; add a bathroom and steam shower in garage.

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

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your in depth and kind review. It has been a pleasure working with you both. And I am proud of what we helped you create. I hope you are able to enjoy the space for years to come... :-)

Chris B.
10/2019
5.0
contractors, ceramic tile, drywall, electrician, egress windows, insulation, lighting, plumbing, remodeling, replacement windows, woodworking, home remodeling, doors, basement remodeling
  + 12 more
The project went very well. There were a couple of changes midstream that were difficult to implement, but Autumn and his crew helped conceptualize the complexities and code challenges, and always came up with reasonable solutions. His crew also has a good eye towards both style and pragmatism, so they were able to soundboard for us and turn our dark and cluttered basement into a super livable 1000 sf multi room addition. His crew also did a partial remodel of our upstairs bathroom and it's turned out fantastically as well.
Description of Work: Complete basement finish including foundation changes

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

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your kind words. Always a pleasure working with you and your family. We are proud of the beautiful basement space we were able to create. I hope you are able to enjoy it for years to come. And thank you for the BBQ invite. :-)

Barbara L.
05/2019
5.0
contractors, handyman service, siding
  + 1 more
Job went very well. Cost was partially covered by insurance. Sun Dog workers were pleasant and professional and always willing to explain what they were doing and why it was needed. At the beginning it was not clear how much damage had been done, and Sun Dog personnel kept us updated as the picture became clearer. Fortunately they were able to schedule the job almost immediately after the insurance company had accepted their cost estimate.
Description of Work: Repair/replacement of siding and underlying support in entry and garage area necessitated by car hitting our house.

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

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your kind words. Glad we could help.

Barbara L.
05/2019
5.0
contractors, fencing, remodeling, siding, woodworking, doors
  + 4 more
This job proceeded well. An earlier job by Sun Dog had revealed that most, if not all, of the exterior trim on the house needed replacement because of water incursion; caulking also needed to be replaced. In the course of this work, dry rot was found in one area and additional work was required for underlying structure. Some Hardie Plank siding was replaced. Workers were always professional and friendly and the project manager was always willing to explain what was going on, especially as the unexpected dry rot damage was discovered. Communication was very good.
Description of Work: Replacement of trim, caulking, replacement of Hardie Plank siding.

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

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your review. See you soon for the Painting of your whole home... :-)

Louisa W.
05/2019
5.0
contractors, gutter repair, handyman service, remodeling, siding, woodworking, house painters, earthquake retrofitting
  + 6 more
Very well! The team at my home was responsive, professional and they listened to us when we had concerns.
Description of Work: All new exterior siding and wrap check framing for rot.

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

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your kind words. We'll see you this summer for your New Roof... :-)

Dan P.
08/2018
2.0
basement remodeling
  + -1 more
Sun Dog wasted both our time for nothing 1) I called Sun Dog to get an estimate for a basement remodel to create an extra living unit. Steve stated they were very busy and wouldn't agree to come out to do an estimate. I figured that was it. 2) A couple of weeks later Steve calls and says the can do a design consult for a couple hundred bucks and get me an estimate. I agree. 3) Several weeks pass with missed appointments and me calling up Steve to try to schedule something. Eventually I give up. 4) Later Steve calls and says Autumn can come out. There is some more scheduling misses and finally Autumn comes out. 5) We go over the whole project, Autumn seems knowledgeable, promises a rough quote with line items in a couple of days and that he will research a few things. Doesn't charge anything. 6) I wait a few weeks, no answer from Sun Dog so I start calling and asking for a quote. Steve talks about how busy they are. 7) More than a month later Autumn calls, says he can get the estimate ready - just wants to come over again. 8) He comes over on time this time and we go over the exact same stuff and promises a line item rough estimate. 9) I wait, don't bother calling. Eventually they send a quote to remodel the basement for $400,000. I email back asking for that broken down into line items - I figure a $400k quote is a "We don't want your business" quote. 10) Time passes and then Sun Dog emails to say they can do a design consult for several thousand dollars this time. (Back to step 2) It could have just stopped at step 1 if they had just been honest that they don't have time and don't want the business. But at every step I gave up on them they would call back, complain about how busy they were, and act like I was unreasonable for just wanting an estimate.
Description of Work: Basement remodel

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$4,000,000

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
I am sorry to hear that you were so disappointed. Yes, this was summer. Busy indeed. And yes, we chose not to charge for the visits. There were a lot of unknowns on the details of what the client was looking for. Not sure about what they wanted and what was possible. I offered to do some research into commercial code for adding a 3rd basement unit. I put calls into the city and spent a good deal of my time (at no cost to the potential client) to research what would be involved in lifting the massive building to create more head room as desired. In the end, after 2 onsite visits and a couple of phone calls, it was still unclear what the client wanted. So I gave him a range based on the ideas that he had. It is hard to give a quote based on so many unknowns. I was totally available and willing to spend the time to help him get to a place of clarity. I am sorry that it felt like a "we don't want your business bid". It was just a range based on the ideas you had. We would have loved to keep working together. Maybe next time. Good luck with your project. Thank you, Autumn

Margaret J.
03/2018
5.0
electrician, handyman service, lighting, plumbing, remodeling, home remodeling
  + 4 more
I worked with Emidio and his team to convert a half bath into a full bath. I was out of town during most of the work but also wanted to do all the County paperwork myself to save money, which required a lot of email communication with Emidio. This was essential and, thankfully, Emidio was responsive and helpful througout the process. The work was completed in a reasonable time frame and was quality. Emidio was very pleasant to work with Sun Dog again and would recommend them to others.
Description of Work: Bathroom 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
$6,000

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your review. :-)

melissa E.
11/2017
4.0
drywall, electrician, handyman service, plumbing, remodeling, home remodeling
  + 4 more
It took 7 days before I received a call back. I’d read other reviews and wasn’t surprised. I understand that work is abundant now so that’s just how it is. Emidio called me and was apologetic and very nice. He set the appointment and came with Autumn and were on time. They were both very professional and listened very well to what I was looking to have done. I was to receive the bid in 2 days, but it took 7. Again, not a big deal to me, but may be to someone with an urgent need. I really wanted them to do the work but the expense was why I didn’t. Since then, I decided to see if I could be my own contractor for some of the work and it’s turned out good. To repair the leak in the bedroom alone would have cost about $3400 of Sun Dogs bid. Instead, I called a plumber (repair happened today) and next week will have a drywall crew come out. The total for both will be less than $1400, so I’ve already saved $2000. Doing it this way also saved me from having workers at my house everyday for the estimated 3-5 weeks it would have taken with doing everything at once. The bedroom ceiling repair was 1 day(actually 2 hours)and the drywall will be 1 day.
Description of Work: A leak needed to be repaired in a bedroom ceiling ( included re-drywalling all of that ceiling) and an ugly shower removed in the bathroom above and replaced with a shower tub and tile. Also got a quote on an assortment of other things like drywall in that bathroom, adding a light fixture, replacing an in-wall heater and exhaust fan.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We do get very busy... Always juggling the needs of existing clients with the new calls coming in. Glad we were able to help.

Todd W.
10/2017
5.0
remodeling, basement remodeling
  + 0 more
A PLUS company. The work was high quality and was a pleasure to work with!
Description of Work: Basement build out

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

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure working with you. And we all love the space. Cool selections and design choices...

Mary G.
10/2017
1.0
contractors, countertops, home remodeling
  + 1 more
Never contacted me back after initial contact - even after several emails. Told me the coupon I purchased was old but they would honor it. I believe it's still on your site. I would like a refund of $600.
Description of Work: Kitchen cupboards need to be hung and base cupboards need to be leveled. Sub counter of hardy back and 3/4" plywood needs to be laid

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
I am sorry it did not go well for you. I know we had a hard time getting in contact with each other. In the end we offered to honor the coupon. I instructed Angie's List to refund in full... I know we came by and gave some bids on some work for you after this was posted. Maybe you changed your mind about the grade after posting this review? I am sorry for the experience. Thank you.

david L.
04/2017
4.0
woodworking
  + -1 more
They did some work for us. We were going to put up some new gutters, and the woodwork that you would attach the gutters to on that side of the house had some dry rot and had to be replaced. It was a good experience. They were on time, the prices right. They were good people and reasonable. It was wood working but it was outside. Its not like molding on the indoors. I guess you could say it was wood work they working on the wood outside of the house. I can't recall, but I would say it was in the $1500-2000 range. For the extent of work they did I though it was reasonable. They had multiple jobs going so that kind of covered the whole place. I don't want to be too critical, because I thought over all they were fine. I guess they could add some more staff so they could cover one job more fully, but they may have done that since then. They are a husband and wife operation. What stood out to me was their personal service. They were in touch with us and friendly and likable, and reasonable. So I would say personal service. The price, it was a little bit on the high side, but not too bad. It could have been based on my expectations, more than the actual market. Quality, it has held up great. We put new gutters on the work they done and it has held up great. When we called them up somebody answered every time. They weren't uniformed but they did what they said they were going to do and they didn't promise anything they couldn't follow up on.
Description of Work: They did that carpentry work for us. They were replacing some dry rotted outside boards, fascia. Fascia boards immediately the roof.

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
$1,500

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thanks for the positive words. We look forward to working together agin in the future... -Autumn, Owner Operator

Ben W.
01/2017
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
Punctual and quality work for the price quoted.
Description of Work: Closet shelves built and new doors installed.

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
$2,000

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Thank you for your kind review.

Carrie Y.
11/2016
5.0
drywall, flooring contractor, handyman service, remodeling, woodworking
  + 3 more
Jordan was honest about the time frame and stuck to it. He was also the lowest of the three quotes we got. We really appreciated being able to piece out the job and do some of the work ourselves, it helped save on an already expensive job. I will definitely call Sun Dog Construction when we have another job to do!
Description of Work: We needed the sub floor replaced in an ADU that was built over a cement pad. Whoever built it didn't use treated wood and so the floor had gotten damp over the years and was beginning to rot out. It was a lot of work but after talking the job over with Jordan we were able to do a lot of the grunt work ourselves and had Jordan's crew come in to do the more complicated 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
$10,000

Susan L.
11/2016
5.0
handyman service, woodworking
  + 0 more
Sun Dog was excellent to work with. In particular, Joe O'Sullivan went the extra mile by researching the best type of 'bead board" that would look great in the space. Then it was perfectly installed and it looks fabulous! Joe was also very timely in his follow up and was great at setting expectations. Thank you, Sun Dog!
Description of Work: We wanted to have bead board installed in our condo bathroom so it would have a finished look.

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

Jesse C.
10/2016
5.0
decks, picture framing, remodeling, garage builders, home builders, home remodeling, foundation repair
  + 5 more
After reaching out to several contractors/general construction groups and viewing examples of their work online, I felt confident in the workmanship and detail of Sun Dog construction. At the start of the project we met with Joe O’Sullivan to see the house and discuss the needs. Right away I knew that we had made the right decision in working with Sun Dog. Joe was very personable and even pointed out some things that we could do ourselves and how to do them. He helped us determine what our priorities should be based on our situation (rental property) and helped us stay within our budget parameters. Due to our schedules, my wife and I were not able to be onsite often but Joe was very communicative and sent photos of progress on a daily basis. He set our expectations given that we had potential dry rot and was very upfront about budget implications and overage scenarios. My wife and I felt a tremendous sense of security working with Joe and Sun Dog. We knew that they were doing the job the right way, with the best quality materials, and with our interests in mind. The lead carpenter/builder Forrest was amazing and such a nice guy. The whole team of folks was great to engage with and extremely friendly. Sun Dog had some issues with the subcontracted painters finishing the external paint job, but Joe was very apologetic and was diligent in keeping them on schedule and getting it done in a timely fashion. After some minor sheetrock work was not finished, Joe took it upon himself to finish the job. On top of everything else, Joe built us a new porch over a weekend during his personal time only charging us for materials. I can’t recommend these folks enough. Great people to work with, excellent communication, and a job well done. We feel like we have a new contractor partner for life with Joe and Sun Dog.
Description of Work: Sun Dog executed a general remodel of our rental property. New roof on home and garage, rebuilt garage, new trim, exterior paint, new kitchen, countertops, new porch, removed dry rot, small odds and ends, etc.

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
$55,000

Dwayne F.
09/2016
1.0
drywall, handyman service, insulation
  + 1 more
Terrible responsiveness from a supposed reputable company. I find it funny that I'm given a two business day window that I have to respond but the contracting companies are not held to that same standard. It was a week between my initial inquiry and their response. After that I responded within one business day to have them still not respond and it has been another week. Never again Sun Dog.
Description of Work: Basement framing of bedroom and possibly a bathroom. Insulation added to ceiling and finishing it with drywall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
It was an overwhelmingly busy summer and fall. I am sorry for the folks that did not receive return calls... My phone was overwhelmed with calls and some days its was all I could do to return as many as possible. My commitment is always to the present clients first. I do not set Angie's Lists parameters for what it suggests for response times. I know many people were upset with many contractors this year as we were all overwhelmed with new client phone calls (the good ones at least)... I myself received over 100 new calls in September alone, which is also the busiest work month on the jobsite. So to those who did not receive callbacks, I am sorry. Do we really deserve an "F" rating for that?

Doug L.
02/2016
2.0
home builders
  + -1 more
Contacted Sun Dog through Angie's List and didn't get a reply. Attempted again and was told it was a busy week and they would be contacting me soon. Still didn't hear back. I decided to call instead of going through Angie's List and left a message. Never ever heard back.
Description of Work: Hoped for an estimate on home building.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$500,000

Response from SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
It was an overwhelmingly busy summer and fall. I am sorry for the folks that did not receive return calls... My phone was overwhelmed with calls and some days its was all I could do to return as many as possible. My commitment is always to the present clients first. I do not set Angie's Lists parameters for what it suggests for response times. I know many people were upset with many contractors this year as we were all overwhelmed with new client phone calls (the good ones at least)... I myself received over 100 new calls in September alone, which is also the busiest work month on the jobsite. So to those who did not receive callbacks, I am sorry. Do we really deserve an "F" rating for that?

Edward B.
12/2015
1.0
contractors, electrician, handyman service, woodworking
  + 2 more
Purchased their coupon on Angie's list and never heard back, even after calling them multiple times, and it has been several weeks. The project has some urgency because my front steps balustrade and handrail broke apart. I understand contractors get busy, but to not contact me as they are supposed to per Angie's list, and to not return my calls after pre-purchasing $600 worth of work (not to mention the extra it would cost), is horribly unprofessional. At least tell me you are busy, if nothing else. At least I could have gone elsewhere to get fix my potentially dangerous problem, instead of unnecessarily causing me delays and worry. For them its just another project, for me it's the safety of my children and my guests. That kind of unprofessional work ethic is a deal breaker for me and should be for anyone looking to hire a carpenter or contractor. I absolutely to not recommend this company. This experience also makes me question the value of pre-purchasing coupons on the Angie's List website.
Description of Work: The provider did nothing. Purchased their coupon and called multiple times. Never heard back. Nothing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$600

Contact information

Mt. Tabor. SE Portland., Portland, OR 97215

http://www.sundogconstruction.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM


Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
173347
Trade License Locale
Oregon
Trade License Authority
Oregon: Contractors
Trade License Expiration
01/16/2025

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
Yes
Energy Star Partner
Yes
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Handyman Services,
General Remodeling,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Electrical,
Drywall,
Plumbing,
Basement Remodeling,
Lighting,
Windows,
Doors

FAQ

SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard,Zelle
Yes, SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION offers free project estimates.
Yes, SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION offers a 2% senior discount.
No, SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION does not offer emergency services.
Yes, SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION offers warranties.
SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION offers the following services: RESIDENTIAL REMODELING; BASEMENT AND ATTIC ADU CONVERSIONS, KITCHENS, BATHROOMS, DECKS AND PORCHES, ADDITIONS, BASEMENTS, MOISTURE SEALING, EARTHQUAKE PROOFING, DRY ROT REPAIR, ALL ASPECTS OF HOME MAINTENANCE & REPAIR, BIG JOBS, SMALL JOBS & HANDYMAN SERVICES.
Ask for details - *Do NOT take jobs in Washington state at this time.

Contact information

Mt. Tabor. SE Portland., Portland, OR 97215

http://www.sundogconstruction.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM