Better Builders and Remodelers is a full service residential home improvement contractor. We are licensed and located in the state of Pennsylvania, Delaware County. We provide home improvement services to Delaware, Chester, and Montgomery County areas.
Business highlights
33 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Residential home improvements such as additions, alterations, kitchens, bathrooms, basement, renovations, decks, doors, windows, flooring, trimwork, ceramic tile, and painting.
I can't recommend him. In fact it turned into a very bad experience. It was a nine week project that he dragged to 18weeks (a fair chunk of this time he appeared to be working backwards, making mistakes that had to be undone). And then he essentially abandoned the project without completing the contracted work. A month later when he couldn?t say what was left to do I had to fire him. He seemed to do ok with the framing part. He had poor communication with the subcontractors he brought in. Several times things had to be undone, payments and permitting were snafu?ed. Mike took on the tiling himself which was a mistake. Multiple mistakes, shortcuts, delays and poor quality finishes. Basically the tile work was DIY quality. His plumber was good but his electrician I would not recommend due to multiple things that needed to be undone. Hire your own subcontractors, I would recommend the plumber from this job and the HVAC guy I brought in. Mike?s professionalism was an example of what you never want to have to deal with. It just got worse and worse. The accounting and bookkeeping just weren?t professional. His control of the job became incompetent. He starts off talking the talk but he just wasn?t able to walk the walk. This medium scope, not high-end project was over his head. In my opinion, if you have a smaller framing project that doesn?t involve subs or finish work, he might be able to deal with that if it is short term.
Description of Work: Provider brought in as general contractor for renovation project involving bedrooms, new master bath, half bath, closet space. Included oversight of plumber, electrician and all permit approvals. General contractor performed demo, carpentry framing, installation of exterior door, bedroom flooring and trim, insulation and did bathroom tile work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$46,000
Nancy Z.
10/2014
5.0
garage builders, home remodeling
+ 0 more
He remodeled our bathroom 7 years ago and my brother does cabinetry work and when he walked into my home, he instantly complimented his work. He most recently fixed the ceiling of our garage, which was damaged by Sandy. He put up drywall and came back to seal it later. He put insulation in there as well and went above and beyond. Everything he's done has been excellent. He cleans up well and everything he does is beautiful.
Description of Work: Mike has done a lot of work for us.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Renee C.
12/2013
5.0
doors, flooring contractor, remodeling, home remodeling, replacement windows
+ 3 more
.Demolition was perfect, kitchen remodeling went extremely well. Michael Mitchell Sr. was meticulous, reliable, dependable, hard working with strong work-ethic even when the ceilings and wall/floor were not originally constructed as square 51 years ago. Additionally,three new fiberglass/wood doors installed from kitchen to backyard; front, and side doors were installed as well as new storm doors. Owner/proprietor of Better Business and Remodlers is professional, perfectionistic, and made our kitchen look gorgeous! Due to original construction of our home, there were several issues, but never with BBR's workmanship or kraftmanship. We would highly recommend Mike Mitchell Sr. and BBR to anyone seeking a quality end product! The project took a little longer than originally anticipated, but the quality was excellent. Four or Five Stars for BBR and Mike Mitchell Sr. He called when he was delayed, was committed to our kitchen remodel, and when the weather is warmer will stain our fiberglass/wood doors.
Description of Work: Kitchen remodel including complete demolition of kitchen: removal of cabinets, countertops, wallboard, flooring and soffit. Removal of wall between kitchen and dining room leaving 30" wall standing approximately. Installation of sheetrock to walls and ceiling, spackle and sanding. Painting of kitchen done by owner, ceiling painted by contractor. Underlayment applied to subfloor and DuraCeramic tile finish floor installed. Installation of Kraftmaid Marquette 1/2 overlay oak cabinet, installation of ductwork to extend register to exhaust and installation of new kitchen window. Upgraded plywood construction of cabinetry done, kitchen faucet, garbage disposal, dishwasher, and refrigerator water line w/copper/brass fittings. Rangehood installed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$29,000
Lorraine S.
10/2013
5.0
interior painters
+ -1 more
Excellent results...house looks brand new.
Description of Work: Interior of entire house painted.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Joanne M.
08/2012
5.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
It was wonderful and he did excellent work. I would definitely have him back in our home if needed. He was very professional and I was very pleased with his work.
Description of Work: Better Builders and Remodelers came out last March and built a ramp and duct for me.
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Service Categories
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Doors,
Interior Painting,
Garage and Shed Building,
Windows,
Flooring Sales and Installation,
Basement Remodeling,
Decks and Porches
FAQ
Better Builders and Remodelers is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
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Yes, Better Builders and Remodelers offers free project estimates.
No, Better Builders and Remodelers does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Better Builders and Remodelers does not offer a senior discount.
No, Better Builders and Remodelers does not offer emergency services.
No, Better Builders and Remodelers does not offer warranties.
Better Builders and Remodelers offers the following services: Residential home improvements such as additions, alterations, kitchens, bathrooms, basement, renovations, decks, doors, windows, flooring, trimwork, ceramic tile, and painting.