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Philly's Best Home Improvement By Jamar Jacobs

Concrete Sawing or Removal, Stamped Concrete - Install, Deck or Porch - Build or Replace- For Business,

About us

Philly's Best Home Improvement has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in additions, concrete work, carpentry, commercial and residential painting, flooring, drywall, windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, bathrooms, and kitchen remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Business highlights

21 years of experience

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Reviews
4.221 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
71%
4
10%
3
5%
2
0%
1
14%

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Showing 1-21 of 21 reviews
Susan M.
Apr 2024
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Jamar installed an electric dog door in wall for us. He did a fabulous job, looks great, and they cleaned up after themselves. Very happy and will have him back if we need any repairs.

Elijah W.
Dec 2021
5.0
Concrete Driveways & Floors Installation
Professional, courteous and efficient.

Wanda L.
Dec 2021
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000
MR. J. Jacob's , installed a Back splash in my kitchen. There Logo is Philly's Best really is what I described the fabulous work he has provide for me. I'm already looking forward to the next project. 2nd best thing they clean up behind them selves. Trust Worthy also! Great job Philly's Best Home Improvement.

Sonya G.
Dec 2021
1.0
He told me he got the same size bathtub that I had before, but this bathtub is lower, It is definitely not the same size. The tile work in in the bathroom is really bad approximately five tiles are broken. I originally only thought it was one and he said he can pretty it up but it looks sloppy like an amateur did it. Then where he cut some tile off on the other side of the wall, you can still see the top of the old tile where it was cut and he installed new tile. He is not a tile or bathtub faucet person. The bathtub faucets are not even to the wall nor is the tub sprout. The first time when he was done installing the tub and he was leaving he did not even mention the faucets or the wall, which leads me to believe he was going to leave the unfinished work, I had to ask him about it. Yeah, and I had to keep calling and texting him to come for the faucets and the wall because it appeared he did not care I could not use the area instead he went and started someone elses job when mine was incomplete. Then when he finally came back, he put all this caulk around the faucets and tub sprout and I told him it is not supposed to look like that, then he made up excuse after excuse when they are not supposed to be like that. I know they are supposed to be against the wall not with a bunch of white caulk around it. It looks sloppy actually looks like something I could have done. I paid for the wall as well he was going to leave it with a bunch of tape on it, he put something on the wall and told me to sand it after it dried. Are you kidding me? I paid him for that wall. He had the nerve to tell me you didnt pay for sanding. Get this the faucets have approximately a 1/2-inch gap between the bad tile job and the faucets with a bunch of caulk in between and a quarter inch between the wall and the tub sprout with a bunch of caulk around it. You get what you paid for! At least the tub is not leaking. he also perfectly put in my bathroom sink. He does not know how to do tile work at all it looks sloppy and horrible. I have to paid someone else to come behind him and fix it. I wish I paid to get it done right the first time. But hey his prices are low which will draw you in. SMH, woman beware he will tell you any excuse that DOES NOT MAKE SENSE when you call him on his bad work. Hopefully this review will make him be honest with what he can do and with what he cant do and not make up excuses that are a bunch of lies to cover for the fact that he cannot not do it. It looks really bad for someone to say they have been doing this for 30 years and the job is sloppy! He is nice too super nice but the tile work and tub faucets are sloppy! I wish I got the plumber to do it now. Oh yeah then he will give you a super low price and keep adding onto it. He originally told me one price send an invoice for a higher price like he didnt know before hand had had to do cut out tile to get the tub out. Then he added on another price because he had to take out part of the wall. He knew all of this before hand it didnt just pop up.
Response from

"This individual has completely exaggerated every word of this review. This was purposely done to lower our ratings. Contractors beware of these traps!"


John
Jun 2021
4.0
Concrete Flatwork - Repair & Resurface
Yes, I recommend this pro
They did a good job.
Response from

"Thank You."


Gregory L.
May 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I found Jamar to be extremely reliable and trustworthy. He does what he says he will do at the time that he proposed. His price was very reasonable and in two days, I trusted him enough to let him work in my home alone. His carpentry and plumbing knowledge is top notched. His craftsmanship is excellent and I am very happy to have him as my home improvement guy for life.

Ed O.
Aug 2018
4.0
Deck or Porch - Repair
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mr. B.
Aug 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
He does good work.

Sharon H.
Aug 2018
5.0
Bathroom - Remodel
Yes, I recommend this pro

Sidra A.
Aug 2018
3.0
Bathroom - Remodel
Yes, I recommend this pro

Richard S.
Jul 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They worked around some of my things and made it look really good. I would use him again and he was very communicative.

Gloria M.
Jul 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They were very professional and completed the job in a timely manner.

Marla B.
Jul 2018
5.0
Major Home Repair (General Contractor)
Yes, I recommend this pro
Highly recommend them! Very meticulous about their work!

Martino F.
Jul 2018
5.0
Concrete Patios, Walks & Steps- Install
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great work! Would recommend him to people I know in the future!

Rick M.
Jul 2018
5.0
Concrete Patios, Walks & Steps- Install
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very pleased about the work!

Martin T.
Apr 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Mr. Jacob was very professional he extended his hand a shake once he arrived on scene, he took his time with the job and completed with utmost satisfaction.
Response from

"We thank you and appreciate the opportunity to work for you."


Jamilah P.
Apr 2018
5.0
Bathroom - Remodel
Yes, I recommend this pro
$850,000
My bathroom is amazing! I appreciate the work that was done. I was aware that the project would take some time and he provided me with use of my bathroom at the end of each day, since this is my only bathroom. Despite the massive amount of dust, they managed to clean up at the end of each day. Very professional.

Anthony P.
Apr 2018
0.5
Jamar will approach you with a sense of respect and dignity when trying to gain the business, however his ability to provide timely, efficient and effective work is poor. In my experience, the project was to take five days. It took 4 weeks all because of a lot of days off, time not spent at project, and he left my house a mess. He also will ask for more money in the middle of the project for no reason. My neighbor used him and is trying to get some of her money back.

Jamilah P.
Mar 2018
5.0
Bathroom - Remodel
Yes, I recommend this pro
Since this was the only bathroom in the home, he was very dedicated to ensuring that it was usable each day. He and his team were professional and cleaned all work areas at the end of each day. I am extremely happy with the work and my new bathroom.
Response from

"We thank you for your business and the opportunity to work for you."


Elisane B.
Jan 2018
0.5
Basement - Remodel
The contractor became unprofessional the headache he put us through no one should have to go through that. He cut a lot of corners.
Response from

"This project was done for the amount that the customer could afford. It was completed and finished on the customers budget. We thank you and appreciate the opportunity to work for you."


Donna S.
May 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
He was accessible and very dependable.
Response from

"We thank you for your business and the opportunity to work for you!"

Licensing

Licensed*

Trade License Number

PA106388

Trade License Locale

PA

Trade License Expiration

03/20/2026

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FAQ

Philly's Best Home Improvement By Jamar Jacobs is currently rated 4.2 overall out of 5.
Monday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Yes, Philly's Best Home Improvement By Jamar Jacobs offers free project estimates.
No, Philly's Best Home Improvement By Jamar Jacobs does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Philly's Best Home Improvement By Jamar Jacobs does not offer a senior discount.
No, Philly's Best Home Improvement By Jamar Jacobs does not offer emergency services.
No, Philly's Best Home Improvement By Jamar Jacobs does not offer warranties.

Contact Information

PO Box 45715, Philadelphia, PA 19149

Service Hours

Sunday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday:7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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