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Garofalo Woodworks LLC

Custom Cabinets Building Service,

About us

Garofalo Woodworks has specialized in building custom cabinetry and furniture products in the greater Seattle area for over 30 years. Alex Garofalo has over 40 years experience as a fine woodworking craftsman with truly unique detail and designs. We are also on Facebook & Instagram! *Also View our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/garofalowood/#

Business highlights

24 years of experience

Services we offer

All Levels of Custom Designed Bookcases, Beds, Bars & Mantels , All Levels of Custom Designed Entertainment Centers, All levels of Custom Designed Cabinets, Residential & Commercial, High End Custom Designed Furniture, Desks, , Kitchen & Bath Cabinetry, storage, (All Custom Finishes & Painting included)

Amenities

Free Estimates

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Reviews
4.515 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
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Alysia C.
Jul 2019
5.0
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
We had a custom cabinet built for a kitchen remodel. It was a beast of a cabinet that was installed in a 120 year old home. The service was great - Alex is professional, responsive and precise. The crew he brought for the install were professional and hard-working. The price was great and the workmanship was outstanding. We would recommend them in a second.

Shirley D.
May 2019
2.0
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Alex is very knowledgeable and I was initially impressed and thought his pricing was fair. He called me after the initial search and connection was made, even though I did not see his company on the matched contractors. I had him make custom cabinets on each side of my family room fireplace, replacing existing shelving and louver doors. He came out right away and measured and estimated a 2 weeks turn around. He said once my contractor on had removed my shelves in the the family remodel send him pictures so he could see how to frame the cabinets. I sent him the pictures and didn't hear back on confirmation of the pictures. After a few texts and voice mails finally talked to him about getting a second measurement done with the shelves removed and the exposed brick from the fireplace. Alex said that that was not necessary, the photos were sufficient. The contractor and I wanted to be sure the cabinets would arrive before the contractor framed in the new wall and door way. After another week and a half, a few text messages and a couple of phone calls he finally responded and said it would be another week and a half and gave me a 5 day window for the week. The delivery team would call the day before they arrived. So this delayed my contractor waiting for the cabinets with no definitive date on the arrival. Alex's explanation was that he was moving shop locations and was busy with that project. Once the cabinets arrived, he sent two of his new associates, there were several adjustments that needed to be made since the wall was out of plumb. Eight hours of hammering and sawing down the cabinets to fit. The cabinet quality in itself was good, nice finish, soft close drawers. I had the cabinets left unpainted so my painter could match these with the woodwork in the room. In the end, there were several spots where the frames did not match up to the floor and the bottom edge of the fireplace. This left a four inch gap of exposed brick from the fireplace and exposed concrete and edge of the laminate floors as well as several marks along the side of the frames were left with hammer indentations. I sent several text messages, emails and voicemails. Alex's response was to have my contractor fix it, It was not the contractors job to fix Alex's mistakes because he was not willing to take the proper measurements after existing shelves were removed. The result left a four inch gap at the cabinet base on each side of the fireplace, concrete and laminate flooring. I wish I could upload the pictures I took onto to this site to show how the installation of the project was left incomplete and unsightly. Alex has not responded and I am stuck. Very poor communication is my biggest issue and his unwillingness to rectify a very poor installation.
Response from Garofalo Woodworks LLC
"I'm sorry you're not satisfied with the outcome. We did out part over and above. our Cabinets are top quality even for the low budge price given, knowing you wanted to paint them yourself. The only issue has nothing to do with our product, it is the design of the rockery of the fireplace wall. You are in need of a masonry person and it was not fair for you to down grade our rating. GW"

Donald M.
Jan 2019
5.0
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Alex did a fantastic job-----on time and on budget. We were very pleased by how the job was managed and with the end result. I intend to use Alex again for future projects.

Cindy H.
Aug 2018
5.0
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Alex and his team created two custom cabinetry/shelving units for our family room and master bedroom. We were immediately impressed by Alex's level of expertise, and his interest in getting the project just right. He has great vision for design and turned a challenging project in our bedroom into a real focal point for the room... he and his team also took great care during the install and cleaned up the areas upon completion... would highly recommend!
Response from Garofalo Woodworks LLC
"Thank you so much! We enjoyed working on your project, I will pass the good words on to the team. Thanks Again, Alex"

Dick B.
Feb 2017
5.0
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Extremely friendly and got the job done efficiently and professionaly. I highly recommend him for the work he did.

Michelle O.
Sep 2014
5.0
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Alex did a beautiful job on our custom cabinets and book cases. He had some really great ideas and really knew what he was talking about. We had interviewed a different cabinet maker to get an additional bid for the job and we new right away that Alex would get the job. The price was better and we had confidence he new what he was doing. It was a huge job but he got it installed in one day, truly amazing.
Response from Garofalo Woodworks LLC
"Very kind words, Great family, enjoyed working for them and being able to transform the basement into an office and living-space. Thank you! Alex"

Heather C.
Aug 2012
N/A
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
We had a last minute job that needed to be completed before an install of kitchen appliances. Alex squeezed us in his busy schedule. We appreciated his taking our small job and helping us keep our schedule.

Homeowner
Oct 2010
N/A
Yes, I recommend this pro
Beautiful custom built-in desk. Couldnt be happier.

Homeowner
Mar 2010
N/A
Yes, I recommend this pro
You simply cannot find anyone better than this. Punctual, accurate, professional, courteous, reasonable and very honests. Fantastic. We highly recommend Garofalo Woodworks.

Homeowner
Jul 2009
N/A
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Alex Garafolo was amazingly helpful in the design of our extensive homeschool desks and bookshelves in our bonus room. He showed incredible patience with re-working the desk stations and cabinetry. We were not just clients but people he was interested in helping realize their project to it's full potential. And he did. Our finished project is amazing. It is precise, perfect and above and beyond what I expected (and I'm a pretty picky customer). I would recommend Alex to anyone for projects large or small. He showed his workshop to our kids as part of a homeschool field trip and they were able to see their school being built. A nice touch.

Homeowner
Sep 2008
N/A
Yes, I recommend this pro
Very professional and did a wonderful job. You hardly knew he was in the office when he performed the work and he was very efficient. I will definately keep his card on file for future jobs. Wonderful service!!!

Homeowner
Aug 2008
N/A
Yes, I recommend this pro
Alex's professionalism, woodworking skills, and creativity were exemplary. He became a true partner in the process of building our cabinets. We recommend him highly!

Homeowner
Jul 2008
N/A
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Our cabinet doors looked beautiful. We had glass inserts put in the doors. The job was done neatly and very professional looking. Alex from Garofalo Woodworks was very nice and our project was done in the time that we had asked. I would call him again.

Homeowner
Mar 2008
N/A
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Alex Garofalo's work is just superb! Our bookcase and cabinets are even more beautiful than we envisioned! He came in on time and exactly on price. He was wonderful to work with....completely professional in every way, as well as a very creative problem solver with wonderful, positive energy. Working with him was a great experience..from start to finish. We can't wait for our next project, so we can work with him again.

Homeowner
Mar 2008
N/A
Custom Cabinets Building Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
He is excellent. He was very flexible and the quality is outstanding.

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number

GAROFWL923DS

Trade License Locale

WA

Trade License Expiration

03/26/2026

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FAQ

Garofalo Woodworks LLC is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

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 Sunday: Closed

Yes, Garofalo Woodworks LLC offers free project estimates.

No, Garofalo Woodworks LLC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Garofalo Woodworks LLC does not offer a senior discount.

No, Garofalo Woodworks LLC does not offer emergency services.

Yes, Garofalo Woodworks LLC offers warranties.