"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/mcallen/south-texas-home-renovations-llc-reviews-7495716.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Toby's Plumbing Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Dinesh J."},"reviewBody":"I called them about a clogged kitchen sink Friday afternoon. Said they would be right over to fix the problem. Didn't show up. I called them hour and half later to ask what happened. They said now no one is available till Monday. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/mcallen/toby%27s-plumbing-inc-reviews-2018337.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Douglas Remodeling, Inc.","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Andrea G."},"reviewBody":"
This was vey messy project and the guys did make efforts to clean up some each day. My house was barely livable for a few days as I was confined to the Master bedroom/bath with minimal access to the kitchen. There was dust everywhere. They guys didn't do very well in hauling off garbage and, since I have one small city issued garbage can, I had to find a local dumpster to get rid of the overflow.
There were items that were missing from the original Contract which ended up costing me more money. One of the bathrooms was painted the wrong color which they did repaint. The project ended up taking a few days longer because they alsoforgot to stain the cabinets in the bathrooms.
They workers did not always promptly to the job at 8:00 a.m. which resulted in my being late to work several times.
Overall, the quality of the work was good and the guys were nice. The may have done better if they had better supervision.
"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/mcallen/douglas-remodeling%2C-inc-reviews-2325509.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"AZTEC FINE HOMES","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Merrie V."},"reviewBody":" In a word, this job was HORRIBLE, A LIVING NIGHTMARE. I found Aztec Fine Homes in the yellow pages under "mobile home leveling" and their ad also listed remodeling. On the day I met Oscar Duran, I asked ?the contractor? if he was licensed and bonded, as it is a requirement of my gated community. He either told me yes, or led me to believe he was, or I could not or would not have hired him. He has since informed me that in Texas general contractors do not have to be licensed and bonded, just insured. That means that Oscar Duran misrepresented himself. After meeting my renter, Oscar became very angry, rude, and has refused to enter to do any work if she is present, only if I am here. Since I returned to work full time in mid-August, that is nearly impossible.
Maybe the trimming of the tree was the one thing that went well, except for the partially broken branch that was left. From all I've gathered now, I was massively OVERCHARGED, possibly double a "reasonable rate." I expected a contractor to be on site daily, overseeing the work; Oscar Duran was rarely here and often unaware of work being done.
The jobs were begun in mid-July and scheduled to take 3 to 4 weeks. On September 28, after 2 1/2 months, the last part of their work stopped. Nothing has been done since. Oscar keeps emailing that he will send a crew; I surely do not want the same people (Jairo, Daniel, Javier, ...) who did such a poor job the first time.
Throughout my mobile, more of my original laminate flooring is separating than had been before. I cannot believe the mobile was leveled.
I requested flexible water lines, but was given PVC pipe. He later agreed that we had discussed it, but said that I had not asked for it. A Master Plumber has now told me that the water lines were not laid on the ground (slab) nor hung with hangers from the beams; they are simply hanging unsupported between the mobile and the ground. The Master Plumber also told me that the new drain pipes are not draining properly.
My air conditioning company told me that the repair and replacement of the ductwork was okay, but that one vent in my bedroom had never been connected to the ductwork, so that I have been cooling the outside for months -- and possibly allowing "critters" to enter my room or the ductwork. I had to pay this company to repair the work.
Aztec spent weeks removing and replacing the floor and sub-floor. For days, I had to walk out the front door, around and enter the back door, just to have access to my bathroom. I was charged extra for some kind of support beams they said I needed, AFTER the work was all completed. They did virtually nothing to keep the place clean of sawdust and debris while working, something I specifically mentioned since I have limited mobility. They took a sample to match my existing laminate, found they could not match it, and chose another that they told me would be just a slightly different color. IT was installed so poorly that there are gaps between the boards which fill with dirt. The ends where the two laminates meet were not joined at all; because the laminates were different sizes, they cut some boards, just where it is most visible between the kitchen and the living room. Many boards are not level, so when I roll over them with a rolling chair, I bump up or down (and chip board edges). They caulked the large gaps; it looks terrible. The Installation Manager from the flooring store inspected the job and told me that the floor was not level and that the installation was done so poorly that it should be removed and completely replaced. The laminate removed could not be reused, so I have purchased another several hundred square feet of laminate.
The pantry shelves have unfinished edges. The screws used to install the shelves were so long that they protruded into the adjoining bedroom. I had to hire someone to remove and replace the screws so that no one would injure themselves on the rows of 1/4 to 1/2 inch screw tips in 4 rows across one end of the room. I still have to fill the now-existing holes.
Oscar told me that he only used poplar wood for cabinets. The cabinets Jairo built were made of 3/4 inch plywood and were poorly finished with rough surfaces. Jairo and Daniel spent weeks re-sanding (in my home with fine sand covering everything) and repainting. The final job was only slightly better. The "best" part was that I had asked for the cabinets to be extended to the ceiling, so as to utilize the unused distance above most cabinets. Jairo built the cabinets the same height, but raised them to the ceiling. My cabinets are now 2 feet above the countertops. They are so high that a 5 foot person can walk under them. It is also impossible for anyone to reach all but the lowest cabinet, and that only with difficulty. The upper cabinets are almost useless. I also asked for sliding shelves in all the cabinets; I received none. The lower cabinets had no shelves built in. Because I repeated my request for sliding shelves, they left me two long unfinished boards to use for my shelves. I will have to hire someone to cut and install them. No handles were purchased for cabinets or drawers. I bought them, but Oscar refused to install them, except for my cutting board (putting a screw through the board itself) and the bifold pantry doors, which have been hung so crookedly that one door keeps coming off the track when opened. This handle was mounted crooked. The upper cabinet doors are all mounted on a slight angle so that the distance to the ceiling varies from one side to the other side of the cabinet as much as one inch in about 6 linear feet. It is noticeable everywhere.
The granite top was scheduled to be installed on 4 different dates. It was finally installed on Saturday night (ending about 8:00 pm), September 28, nearly a month after the entire job was to be finished. The seams are not smooth or level and are visible; there are numerous small chips everywhere; there is one large crack with a large gouge of wood out of the cabinet below. The end of the free standing cabinet next to the stove is completely unfinished, with the end of the underlying plywood exposed and unpainted. The 4 inch backsplash does not touch the existing walls, but is about 1/2 inch away. None of this has been addressed. In addition, the cabinets were built to full height, then the underlying plywood and granite were installed, raising the height several inches. I have to sit in front of the counters and sink to prepare food or to wash dishes. The counters are so high that is causing physical pain to reach that high. Oscar would NOT allow the granite to be installed until I made the final payment. That kept me from having a counter, sink, faucet, or running water in the kitchen for 2 1/2 months. If I had not made that final payment, I would not have had a kitchen to use at all. This lost my chance to withhold some payment in order to insure that all work would be completed. It also contradicted the contract which said I was to pay only as each job was completed.
When asked about the huge holes in the kitchen ceiling, Oscar said he had no idea that ripping out walls mi"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/la-feria/aztec-fine-homes-reviews-5647946.htm"},"position":10}]}
Outdoor Kitchen Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Rancho Viejo, TX
Needed to get a Kitchen Faucet installed plus replace the shut-off valves under the kitchen sink
Debra P.
5.0
04/2017
Marco was quick to get to my job. I called on a Tuesday and he got me in on Friday morning, as I wanted. Price quoted was on target. He suggested I get new rollers as well. Mine were 20 years old so I did get those replaced and he installed an outdoor entry key pad. Professional service was...
Romuel C.
5.0
06/2015
Replacement of kitchen countertop and back-splash, widening of entry access to the kitchen repainting of kitchen wall and replacement of plumbing under sink and RO system.
Dinesh J.
1.0
03/2015
I called them about a clogged kitchen sink Friday afternoon. Said they would be right over to fix the problem. Didn't show up. I called them hour and half later to ask what happened. They said now no one is available till Monday.
Andrea G.
4.0
06/2014
This was vey messy project and the guys did make efforts to clean up some each day. My house was barely livable for a few days as I was confined to the Master bedroom/bath with minimal access to the kitchen. There was dust everywhere. They guys didn't do very well in hauling off garbage...
Bringing backyards to life with beautiful pools and outdoor rooms! Our Desjoyaux pools feature innovative technology and a unique construction process that enables them to require far less maintenance time/expenses and to last well beyond the 10-year warranty.
Bringing backyards to life with beautiful pools and outdoor rooms! Our Desjoyaux pools feature innovative technology and a unique construction process that enables them to require far less maintenance time/expenses and to last well beyond the 10-year warranty.
Rivera Homes is a reliable company that is establishing themselves through quality services. Rivera Homes remodels homes to give their clients the home of their dreams.
Rivera Homes is a reliable company that is establishing themselves through quality services. Rivera Homes remodels homes to give their clients the home of their dreams.
Welcome to Gringo Texano Firewood! Our main goal is to provide you with the best BBQ cooking woods to enhance your food creations! From the 713 to the 956, we are establishing a pipeline to source firewoods/fruitwoods more reliably!
Welcome to Gringo Texano Firewood! Our main goal is to provide you with the best BBQ cooking woods to enhance your food creations! From the 713 to the 956, we are establishing a pipeline to source firewoods/fruitwoods more reliably!
A family owned and operated business driven by customer satisfaction! Here at Chavez Tileworks & Construction you definately are covered in many installation service areas! Tile installation of any kind, brick/block laying, outdoor chimmney design and construction, patio tile installation, STUCCO instalation, shower tile installation...and many more! Our main objective is for our service to be the most thrilling construction experience ever! Chavez Tileworks & Construction is priviledged to be in business SINCE 2006 having top of the line projects in the books. With FREE ESTIMATES given and NO JOB TOO SMALL way of thinking your next construction project will sure be a pleasant one!!
A family owned and operated business driven by customer satisfaction! Here at Chavez Tileworks & Construction you definately are covered in many installation service areas! Tile installation of any kind, brick/block laying, outdoor chimmney design and construction, patio tile installation, STUCCO instalation, shower tile installation...and many more! Our main objective is for our service to be the most thrilling construction experience ever! Chavez Tileworks & Construction is priviledged to be in business SINCE 2006 having top of the line projects in the books. With FREE ESTIMATES given and NO JOB TOO SMALL way of thinking your next construction project will sure be a pleasant one!!
Trifutec is a small business in lower Texas. We have extensive partnerships with various national service providers to be a one stop technology stop. We offer computer, server, networking and general technology support and sales. We also offer home phone services, business phone service, Cable Television, High Speed Internet or Dedicated Fiber line, as well as remote support services. Our prices are affordable and you will receive high quality of service from us and our affiliates.
Trifutec is a small business in lower Texas. We have extensive partnerships with various national service providers to be a one stop technology stop. We offer computer, server, networking and general technology support and sales. We also offer home phone services, business phone service, Cable Television, High Speed Internet or Dedicated Fiber line, as well as remote support services. Our prices are affordable and you will receive high quality of service from us and our affiliates.
Outdoor Kitchens questions, answered by experts
Whenever you’re on the hunt for furniture, either indoor or outdoor, start your search at local second hand shops. While they might not always have exactly what you need, even just one deeply discounted chair or table will cut down a lot on your overall expenses. From there, check newsgroups to find free or inexpensive used items. For deals on new items, try discount home and garden retailers.
It’s possible to build your own outdoor kitchen, with the exception of installing utility lines, but it’s usually better to leave the work to a construction professional. If you want to DIY it, opt for an outdoor kitchen kit. For permanent kitchens and more in-depth designs, hiring an expert will ensure every aspect is high-quality and professional, the proper permits are pulled, and everything works safely. Professionals can also help design your kitchen to make the most out of your space, so it’s well worth the investment.
Your maintenance needs revolve around the type of foundation you choose, as well as how you furnish or decorate it. Patios require little else other than the occasional hose-down, but decks and other wooden structures will require annual power washing and sealing. You may also need to restain the wood every two to three years.
Adding a solid roof rather than building a pergola or leaving the space open will make maintenance much easier. Without a roof, you will need to spend more time sweeping, washing, and covering your furniture to protect it from UV bleaching.
Outdoor kitchens enhance entertainment space, increase home value, and provide convenient cooking in outdoor settings.
A few materials are most commonly used when it comes to building a frame for an outdoor kitchen: wood, steel, and concrete or brick. While there’s no best option overall, each material is better suited to different needs. Concrete and brick are typically more customizable than other options, but aren’t as resistant to inclement weather as steel. Wood is the most affordable pick, but it is more susceptible to rot, mildew, and heat than the others.
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The Rancho Viejo, TX homeowners’ guide to outdoor kitchen services
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