A J O Group

(54 reviews)

Posted this on Google reviews and it got hidden to the public. I think it's important folks know…read moreabout this experience so see below: ______________________ I had such a bad experience with Mission Home which I know will look bonkers given the 5 star reviews. I was definitely persuaded by these reviews - and now will question every business that has 5 star reviews. Do your homework and don't be fooled. Project took much longer than what it should have because they were disorganized and would forget certain things (the foreman would even admit that the PM should have told me certain things!) that I would have imagined a contractor had down pat in terms of sequencing. They use some subcontractors and you are at the mercy of their schedules. They just are not organized (you will do a lot of the reminding, checking in, following up, and certain things still may not happen). They failed inspections meaning more cost (it is their job to pass these! It says this in any contract!) If it seemed as though I was questioning something, the PM got defensive and sometimes unprofessional, gaslighting me in a very aggressive manner. I saved the communication, in fact. The people I worked with directly were young and it showed in the almost-too-casual style of communication and lack of professionalism. I surrendered towards the end and just wanted the project done and everyone gone. I feel completely foolish that I went with the significantly higher estimate thinking it would offer a smooth, superior experience. The actual people who did the work worked hard though and did nice work - hence the two stars. But at the end of the day, it's actually hard to enjoy the work as I am reminded by the months of bad experiences - up to the very end. You can find more experienced contractors out there for equal quality of workmanship and for a more competitive price. I am using a different contractor now for other work at the property - it's a 180 degree difference - they have a dedicated team for my project, meaning time to completion is more accurate and on time; they have a dedicated person to procure the finishes and fixtures, not myself; they are way more organized and even provided me a timeline of what to expect and communicate with me what time they are showing up and what progress was made that day (!!); they are bringing a truly expert eye with attention to detail that ELEVATES the space and are teaching me to ask things I didn't even know I should KNOW to ask; and most importantly, I feel truly comfortable asking questions without defensiveness and aggressive steamrolling in their answers. I received none of this level of care or expertise with MHR, and I want you to know that you should expect these things!!!

Try to get some basic quote range but they say no, they cannot do that and we have to schedule a…read moresite visit even with the measurements and picture I provide. This makes no sense because we just want to get a ballpark to see if it's even make sense to continue. But anyway, on the date of the site visit, the guy come without any tool for measurements and for note taking. The guy just spent like 20 mins walking around the house and said he will get back to us with a quote. But I never hear back from them since. I think the company is very picky on clients and like to see if they have enough money to pay for their service. If they think we cannot afford it, they will just cut all the communications. This is also mentioned by other 1 star reviews.

K&H Construction Development

(24 reviews)

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Green Group Remodeling

4.9

(29 reviews)

Roy and his team did great work on my home remodeling. From start to finish, Roy was very helpful,…read moreguiding me throughout the process, connecting me with the architect and designer, exploring different showrooms, and choosing all the right finish materials. Green Group is a great company to deal with, and we highly recommend them for any home project you have!

Did not hire them because of high pressure sales tactic. Asking to put down deposit before our…read moredecision in an offer to cancel it later. Follow up call asking details questions about our meeting with other contractors and details about who was present during those meetings.

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(13 reviews)

Graham does amazing work!!!!…read more Several years back, we used Graham to build a new deck and staircase for our backyard. He did such a great job, we had him come back a few weeks ago to build us a fence! Again superb craftsmanship!! Everything is beautiful, sturdy construction and done quickly and cleaned up!....plus, he's super nice, fun guy to chat with! Can't recommend him enough!!

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Pierson Precision Construction

(20 reviews)

Had the pleasure of meeting Lawren, great person that genuinely cares about his clients and their…read moreprojects would 100% recommend for anyone looking for an honest contractor that will get the Job done right, fast and at a fair price!

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Prime Design & Build

4.9

(64 reviews)

We contracted Prime Design & Build to remodel two bathrooms, a laundry room, a staircase, and to…read moreinstall hardwood flooring. Overall, the project went well, and we're happy with the final results. Bryan, our foreman, was a strong asset to the project. Even though he was managing multiple jobs at the same time, his responsiveness and willingness to go out of his way to address our concerns made a big difference. Because we were home throughout the process, we were able to catch issues early and communicate them directly to Bryan, who consistently followed through to resolve them. What Went Well: * The tile and flooring subcontractors were excellent - their craftsmanship and attention to detail truly stood out. * Bryan, our foreman, was responsive to texts and phone calls, listened to our concerns, and made sure they were addressed. He even designed a bi-fold closet door for us, and helped pick up all the material to build it. * Bryan also took the initiative to handle several unfinished items himself, which we really appreciated. * The post-build cleaners were top-notch and left the space in pristine condition. * Throughout the project, everyone we interacted with was professional, courteous, and conscientious. There were no conflicts or issues, which made the experience comfortable for us. Areas for Improvement: * The timeline was a pain point. While we were originally told the project would take 6-8 weeks, it ended up stretching to 12 weeks. * The design process fell short of expectations. Because Prime's in-house designers weren't available, our design work was outsourced. We only received a full design package for the master bathroom. As a result, we ended up creating our own renderings for the other rooms to help communicate our vision to the team. That said, we were very happy with the design and material selections for the master bathroom they did complete. We just wish the same level of attention and design support had been provided for the rest of the project. * At times, resource availability was limited, likely due to workers being assigned to multiple jobs. This led to workflow inefficiencies and delays. Toward the end of our renovation, our foreman Bryan had to personally step in to complete several tasks, such as installing faucets, shelving, and baseboards. He managed to get it done in between site visits and meetings, which we appreciated, but it also highlighted a lack of available crew to close out the project. Despite these few challenges, the quality of the work met our expectations. We appreciated the team's effort and the final outcome.

We hired Prime Design for a home remodel project, but unfortunately the experience has been very…read moredisappointing. There have been multiple unresolved issues with the quality of work and follow-through. One example is an LED light that continues to flicker. It has been more than six months, with many calls and text messages, but the issue still has not been fixed. Another example is damage to our garage cabinet, where a hole was created during the work. We are still waiting for this to be repaired as well. Overall, the lack of timely resolution and poor communication after the project has been extremely frustrating.

Adler Builders

(27 reviews)

I hired Adler Builders to install new countertops, sink, and to raise an over-the-cooktop cabinet…read moreto accommodate the new micro hood. They also remodeled two bathrooms. The crew was very helpful and creative and they always left the work area spotless. Would absolutely work with them again!!

We were looking for a reliable contractor to renovate our bathrooms and our neighbors recommended…read moreto call Adler Builders. We were happy with the whole process start from the explanation of the schedule and the price. Very professional crew! So happy with this company:)

Masterful Construction

(40 reviews)

After starting our project with another company, we realized that once demolition began, progress…read moreslowed down significantly. Since we were short on time, we decided to find a new contractor to complete our new house. Masterful jumped in and started construction even before all the design details were finalized because we couldn't afford to waste any time. Atar , the designer, stayed in daily communication with us to finalize the design while the crew, managed by Nur, began work on the rough electrical and plumbing. We genuinely felt like the whole company was focused on us, even though we know they were helping other clients at the same time. We only wish we had met Masterful sooner. Thanks to all their hard work, we got exactly what we wanted and are truly grateful.

We bought an old house and decided to turn part of it into a real master suite by adding a new…read morebathroom. We had a general idea of what we wanted, but nothing too clear. When we met Yuvi for the first time, he immediately understood our vision and came up with great ideas and creative ways to make it work within our space. A few days later, Yuvi came back with two detailed quotes and patiently walked us through both options. He answered all our questions and helped us choose what would work best for our home and budget. From there, everything moved smoothly. The permitting took around three weeks, and construction was finished in about two and a half months, right on schedule and with no surprises. We also want to mention Adrian, the designer, who was such a pleasure to work with. He helped us choose all the materials and finishes while staying within our budget. His eye for design and attention to detail made the whole process so much easier and enjoyable. The combination of functionality and style he brought to the project made a huge difference. Throughout the whole process, the crew was respectful, clean, and very professional. They paid attention to every little detail, and it really shows in the final result. Our new master suite looks amazing, and it feels like it has always been part of the house. We are so happy we chose Masterful Construction for this project and would absolutely work with them again in the future.

Active Scaffold

4.5

(8 reviews)

Really poor follow up. I had to follow up a few times to get a response. After going through the…read morequoting process and getting a quote, they notified me that they would not be able to supply me with service. Why even bother giving a quote?

Active Scaffold offered fair pricing and clear communication throughout the process. Juan was…read moreresponsive and transparent about costs and availability. Would reach out again for future projects.

Gregory Gregory Wood Work

4.9

(21 reviews)

I was referred to Gregory by an electrician (Sean Malynn) after getting very expensive estimates…read morefor "built ins" beside my fireplace. My home is an upper unit of a 2 unit, 115 year old building in the Castro. You can see from the photos below that Gregory did a beautiful professional job on my project, working with the architect/designer who had suggested the built-ins, and responding to my particular requests. Fitting new cabinetry into an old wooden building required a lot of customization during installation, and Gregory was definitely up to the task - as mentioned by other reviewers he is easy to work with, creative, flexible, with an "incredible eye." He did all the installation and finishing himself (with a helper). To be fair, it took Gregory longer than he had estimated to make and install the cabinetry, but it was definitely worth the wait and he was very responsive and obliging throughout the process. The quality and value were top notch; the cost was about 50-60% that of the estimates I received from online cabinetry firms I contacted. Definitely a 5 star experience - thank you Gregory!

Gregory built two window benches for us and as you can see from the photos, they are functional,…read morewell-crafted, durable, and GORGEOUS. He is so incredibly easy to work with, creative, flexible, and has an incredible eye. He got a feel for our taste and made the benches fit aesthetically in our space seamlessly. It was not an easy thing to install either with the angles of the apartment. We could could tell it required a lot of skill and patience. We cannot imagine our space without them now. The bookcases on each side of the center chest piece was his idea too and it was such a clever use of space and it looks great. Truly, we cannot recommend him enough for his skill, taste, and he's really just the nicest guy. If we could get ten stars we would!! And his partner is awesome. They are the greatest team.

A2Z Remodeling

(117 reviews)

A2Z keeps its word! After completing our remodel 3 years ago, we were told they would respond to…read morefix parts of the remodel that might develop issues. THREE YEARS LATER, the microwave would not turn on. An electrician was dispatched within an hour and fixed the loose breaker connection within 20 minutes at no charge. A++++!!

I used A2Z Remodeling for renovating my kitchen in 2025, and highly recommend them…read more I chose to contact them because of their great reviews on Yelp. In the initial meeting with Project Manager Yves, he walked me through the process and answered my many questions. This was all very helpful as I have never done a kitchen reno before, and Yves demonstrated his knowledge and "can do" attitude. Yves also mentioned that the crew working on my kitchen would be dedicated to my project until it was done, a big plus in my opinion. After this meeting I felt reasonably confident that A2Z Remodeling was a good choice. Prior to contacting A2Z I had gotten quotes from a few cabinet makers, thinking that A2Z would only provide general contractor services. But A2Z also has a cabinet design service, so they provided a quote. The design created by A2Z's designer, Marissa, was great so I had no concerns there. However, the quote was less pricey than all the other quotes and I then spent lots of time researching cabinet construction, trying (with limited success) to compare the quality of the materials used in the different bids. A2Z's cabinet supplier is Kraftview out of San Leandro, and ultimately, I went to their showroom in San Leandro to inspect the cabinets in person which and that alleviated all my concerns, they looked great and were very high quality (plywood construction, soft close, full extension drawers, etc.). I am very happy I chose A2Z to supply the cabinetry, for two big reasons: 1) Their supplier, Kraftview, is local, so fast turnaround. Some of the other quotes were for cabinets manufactured overseas and it would take months to get them. And if there were any problems, months to get replacements. And indeed, there was a couple problems with cabinets that needed correction and A2Z was able to get things fixed with only a small delay to the project. 2) A2Z was fully responsible for the cabinets: They took the measurements, did the design, ordered them, and installed them. If there were any problems or unexpected issues they took care of it. Whereas if another company was supplying the cabinets I expect I would have had been a lot more involved in resolving issues. One example is that when the demolition of the old kitchen was done, there was an unexpected pipe sticking out of the wall which we had not accounted for in the cabinet design, A2Z took care of it. Another example is that one of the cabinet fronts had some slight damage on it and A2Z had it replaced, I didn't even know about that until Yves mentioned it after the fact. The cabinet design process went really well. Marissa was fantastic to work with. Her design was great out of the gate and she was very open to iteration, mainly me changing little nitpicky things, then sometimes realizing it was a bad idea and changing it back. I visited their showroom in Oakland many times and it was really nice to be able to talk things over in person with her, and she gave me a ton of great suggestions. The crew working on the job were top notch. As promised, it was the same crew for the entire time and they took care of everything: Demolition, Plumbing, Electrical, Inspections, Floor Installation, Cabinet Installation, Appliance Installation, Painting, Lighting. They were careful to keep things clean and not damage floor, doors or anything. They abided by the HOA rules, and I received no complaints from my neighbors. Along the way there were small hiccups and bumps, but nothing major and A2Z would take care of it. One example was that some of the cabinets arrived missing the grooves needed to install the LED lights, there were a few options on how to proceed and I thought we could make one of the lesser options works, but Yves convinced me that we shouldn't take shortcuts and we took them back to the factory to get properly fixed. Yves and the crew were very focused on making the whole process as smooth as possible and making sure I was happy with the results. Highly recommended!

We Do Construction

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We decided to hire remodeling company for our home renovation project in Presidio after our…read morearchitect strongly recommended We Do Construction. Jacob and his crew made sure we felt confident and well taken care of every step of the way. The whole process was smooth . The crew is clean and very professional. Jacob is talented and patient. The outcome exceeded expectations. We will recommend in the future! Thank you Jacob!

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Fast Response Plumbing & Rooter

(894 reviews)

Fast Response has come through for same day service 2x for me now. The first time I ended up…read morecancelling because the toilet unclogged. But this second time, I message them through Yelp at 1am, they responded at 7am, made an appointment at 8am. Arrival window of 10am-12pm, and Tim showed up right at 11am. It's in the name, "Rapid Response" ... super fair pricing especially for Sunday emergency service. (This was an emergency for us, 2 women one apartment bathroom) Keep these guys number saved in your phone. Truly grateful! Thank you Tim!

Had a random plumbing issue where the water heater just stopped working out of nowhere--no hot…read morewater at all, middle of the morning, perfect timing. Called them and they showed up way faster than expected. Guy knew exactly what he was doing, diagnosed it in like 10 minutes, explained it in simple terms (not the usual confusing plumber talk), and had it fixed the same visit. No upselling, no dragging it out. Everything's been working perfectly since. Clean job too, no mess left behind.

BlockBusters Concrete

(67 reviews)

Patrice did a beautiful job on my sidewalk after I got tagged by the city. He also gave good advice…read moreon dealing with permits. He did stop communicating with me for a while when he was too busy to do the work, but it wasn't a long wait. I understand this, as we clients, (speaking for myself,) are quite chatty and can waste a lot of the contractor's time. All and all, I am very satisfied with the work and experience with Blockbuster, and would highly recommend!

Patrice is the rare provider of value in the concrete sidewalk repair business. SF gave me a notice…read moreof violation to replace four 3x3' square out front of my house. Everybody I called, gave me quotes over $1500. BlockBusters aka Patrice did it for much less. Under 4 digits. And he repaired another square and a half for free as he had extra concrete that was likely going to go to waste. The work was quality and timely (booked the same week). And Patrice is funny and personable and provides all the info you may want. Dude loves his job, biz, craft. He'll be my first call for all my concrete work.

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Mike was great. I called him due to improper installation of a foundation retaining wall from a…read moreconcrete contractor and Mike knew exactly what to do. He was fast, knowledgeable and friendly. The wall was leaking bad and it rained at the end of his work and no water came in after. He saved my project from big delays.

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We hired Alan to replace our leaking windows and siding on the front and roof of a multi-story…read morecondo building. He is one of the most honest and quality-focused contractors I have ever worked with. During planning, I spoke to a number of other contractors who wanted to use retrofit windows and just leave the siding in place. Alan took the time to explain the proper way that the building wrap, siding and windows had to interface to get waterproofing, and how we were better off replacing all three if we wanted to be sure we'd fix our problem. Even with this extra scope, Alan's pricing was very fair. Thank god we went with Alan. When they removed the existing siding, they found severe water damage underneath the siding and a subpar earlier repair job. When this surprise came up, Alan talked us through the damage and gave us our options. They ended up ripping up two layers of existing siding, cutting out damaged building sheathing and replacing it with new plywood, before proceeding with the job. The overrun costs were very reasonable and we never felt like Alan was taking advantage of us. The end result was great quality at a fair price, and peace of mind that our issues have been resolved and we won't have to worry about the front / roof for a long time now. I would definitely hire Alan again and would recommend him to anyone looking for this kind of work.

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Terry C.

10 years ago

We at KPOO Radio, wish to give Giuseppe Sircana and the A. J. O Group Inc.much props, for saving us from being put off the air, possibly for good.Our building on Divisadero Street, was included in the San Francisco Mandatory Soft Story Seismic Upgrade program. One of the members of the HOA, contacted a engineer, without our knowing, informed her that we needed a complete retrofit of the ground floor, in which KPOO is located She also was rushing us, telling us, that we had to meet a deadline, according to the City. We looked for another engineering company, because we refused to accept that would have to be off the air for for 6 weeks or more, and after realizing that we would have to move all our equipment, we could be permanently of the air.So we looked around to find another engineering company, and had the good fortune to contact Giuseppe Sircana and A. J. O. Group Inc.We had a preliminary conversation the owner Giuseppe Sircana whom requested copies of of the old building plans(drawings). After a few days got back to us stating that, following his preliminary review of the plans, the building could have been removed from the mandatory program. These were the same building plans that the previous engineer had, that said we needed a full retrofit of the ground floor. We hired A. J. O. Group Inc. because we felt the integrity of Giuseppe and his staff. We felt that we had found somebody with knowledge that we lacked, but would be honest with us and not exploit us. We at KPOO salute you, Giuseppe Sircana, and your staff of the A. J. O. Group Inc.for keeping us here after 43 years still trying to serve the people of the Bay Area. Much Love!! read more

mo l.

7 years ago

Our family property in North Beach needed the retrofit upgrade required by the city. My dad started the bidding process with contractors about a few years ago and when he died this April I had to pick up where he left off to meet the city's deadline. As hard as it was already with my dad's sudden passing, I had to find all the contractors my dad was in touch with and that included Giuseppe at AJO. Giuseppe was very understanding and patient with me and brought me up to speed with what the work would entail. He was also very nice to honor the original quote he gave my dad 4 years ago. Deciding to go with AJO group for the project put me at ease. During the work, Giuseppe and his team were always professional, organized, and responsive. They were always courteous to the tenants at the property and made the entire process stress free for our family. They were super flexible with any changes we wanted to make and never nickle and dimed us for any work order changes (rare for contractors these days). We were so impressed with their work that we are now using them for construction work on our other properties as well. AJO group is now our go-to for any structural work we need on all our properties. If you want a professional, reasonably priced, organized, hardworking, flexible, patient, and experienced team to work on your property, Giuseppe and his team is what you need! read more

Luca S.

7 years ago

We had to build a mezzanine floor and new bedroom at our loft in San Francisco and found A.J.O. Group through friends that used before us. They provided all the engineering design first adapting the design several times to our needs at no additional cost. For the construction phase we obtained several bids including one from A.J.O. Group; their bid was higher then others and we almost went with another company but then considered the bad experience we had in the past with another contractor that gave us a low bid then hit us hard during construction with change orders when it was too late for us to change to another company. In fact, for that project, we ended up spending more then the highest quote we had received originally! This guys gave us a list of almost 100 references (!!) of previous clients; we verified a number of them and decided then to retain them for the work; we could have not been happier. They followed the entire process until the last detail and delivered the project complete for the agreed fees. Thank you A.J.O. Group team! read more

Victor T.

10 years ago

We work on very high end residential projects throughout California and Nevada, providing architectural design, import and construction services for interior and exterior stone cladding. Our clients and projects demand an extreme attention to detail; stone pieces are quarried and fabricated in Italy with a tolerance of 1/16 inch and require the same degree of precision on all phases of design and installation. We have used A.J.O. Group in the past for several of our projects for various engineering design needs and have found their services extremely knowledgeable, professional and of very high quality, making them a great match for our needs. Also the principal/owner Giuseppe Sircana is both licensed engineer and general contractor; this has proved to be a great asset for us as their engineering design experience along with their construction experience allows them to provide a wide spectrum, start to end consultation services, an extremely important quality for our needs. We certainly recommend their services. read more

C.G. H.

11 years ago

We highly recommend Giuseppe Sircana, the principle engineer of the A.J.O. Group. He recently completed the seismic retrofit project or our six unit building in San Francisco and we couldn't be more satisfied with the professionalism displayed by Giuseppe and his team. we were notified at every stage of the construction with detailed explanations and if some modifications were needed, our approval was obtained before the work proceeded. And most importantly, if we had any concerns, Giuseppe always returned our calls or emails expeditiously, at any time of the day. It was a pleasure to work with Giuseppe Sircana and we absolutely recommend him for any engineering project. read more

joan n.

9 years ago

Working with Guiseppe Sircana of A.J.O. Group on the mandatory soft-story seismic retrofit was a pleasure. Instead of just registering our building electronically from his office, he came to our site in person. After looking over the plans for our building, he thought we could apply for exemption from the soft-story requirements. He kept us informed on the process and progress with the City. We were able to get the exemption. He was efficient, timely in response to our questions and knowledgeable about the City procedures. Gil N. read more

Craig M.

8 years ago

Giuseppe Sircana, his engineering team, his project manager, and his construction crew all performed above and beyond my expectations. They not only stuck to the budget for our seismic retrofit project but finished early. On top of that, I did not receive one complaint from any of the tenants. I suspect at some point SF will require seismic retrofit on 2 and 4 unit apartment buildings and when that happens, I know I only need to make one call. read more

Tim C.

11 years ago

Our HOA selected the AJO Group and Giuseppe Sircana for our soft story retrofit. We could not have been more pleased with them. Very professional, prompt , responsive, and fair. We plan to use them for another project in the near future and wouldn't even think of using someone else. San Franciscans should be grateful to have such capable and honest people to use for building projects. Tim Culler read more

K. D.

11 years ago

I worked with Giuseppe on a big project involving the conversion of a 6000sq foot warehouse into a single residence home! We had budget constraints, yet very elaborate design that required a savvy, experienced creative engineering firm! AJO delivered and cut budget! They are professional, timely, no hidden fees and willing to go the distance!! Highly recommended. read more

Jean L.

9 years ago

Giuseppe and his team are very professional, knowledgeable and responsive!! All questions were answered very quickly and completely. All work were done well and on time! They took care of everything that we needed to submit the design for seismic retrofit work on time (as required by the city)! Very satisfied and happy with AJO! read more

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(27 reviews)

My husband and I hired Perez Construction for a full-house renovation, and we strongly recommend…read morethem to anyone looking to hire a high-end contractor. We were introduced to Everson by a mutual friend, and we were immediately struck by his knowledge, humility, and warmth. From the beginning, Everson's responsiveness, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail stood out, and made him a great person to collaborate with. Before construction began, he provided critical insights into the impact of design decisions on construction timelines and overall budget, and his transparency and expertise helped us enter the construction phase well-prepared and set up for success. Their commitment to transparency and true collaboration with the homeowner is notable, and made them stand out from other contractors that we considered for the project. We never felt pressured from their team to make a specific decision based on cost or timing, and instead found that they were trustworthy partners that would help us evaluate the options and make the decision most suited to our preferences and family. Everson's calm, level-headed demeanor was invaluable when inevitable unpleasant surprises arose (hello termite damage!), and his steadiness made tackling those challenges feel like a team sport instead of an individual battle. In addition to providing excellent project management throughout the project, my husband and I were particularly impressed by the high quality of the work that the Perez team completed. Everything from framing and drywall to tiling and fixture installation was completed with immense attention to the smallest of details and an eye towards perfection. Their network of subcontractors is excellent and we found everyone that they partnered with to bring the same level of professionalism, attention to detail, and high build quality that we came to realize was the norm for Perez Construction. The result of the high bar that they hold themselves to is a beautiful finish that can be enjoyed for years to come. We could not be more pleased with our decision to hire Perez Construction for our renovation, and recommend them highly. We would hire them again in a heartbeat and are grateful everyday that we get to enjoy the high quality of their work!

We purchased a duplex in San Francisco that was in desperate need of repair. We lived in one of the…read moreunits that did not have any temperature controls, the windows leaked and the flooring was chipping away. We wanted to begin renovation on the other unit that was uninhabitable as soon as possible and needed a contractor. Our architects referred us to Perez Construction. Perez's initial evaluation and cost estimates were thorough, and they were enthusiast to take on our project. Perez and team were extremely friendly, communicative and skilled to swiftly tackle the many challenges of our project in a timely manner. They were also very accommodating to our needs during constructions as we lived upstairs and kept us involved at every step. Additionally, they integrated different technologies into their workflow to facilitate project management, such as using BuilderTrend for daily logging, payment tracking, messaging, etc. We are delighted with the overall results. Our newly renovated unit is exactly how we imagined it, and we moved in immediately once construction completed. We look forward to working with them in the future to renovate our other unit, and would recommend Perez Construction to anyone wishing to renovate their home. Big shout out to Everson, Melanie, Connor, Nahun and Eliseo (Adrian) for making our dream come true!

Seismic Retrofitters

4.6

(60 reviews)

Highly recommend: I couldn't be happier with the work done on the seismic retrofit of our duplex in…read moreSan Francisco. Mark and his crew were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive. They worked within a tight timeframe without cutting any corners and their price was competitive. Mark took the time to understand my needs and answer every questxion with patience over multiple months of discussion. The quality spoke for itself: our inspector was genuinely impressed by the quality of the retrofit and the work was also reviewed by an independent engineer. Mark earned his reputation as one of the best in the city, and I experienced that firsthand.

If you are thinking about retrofitting you should give Mark a call irrespective of who else you…read morehave talked to. He takes significant amount of time walking through the steps and even he pulls up your home and discusses potential issues and solutions. Highly Recommend !!

Lemus Construction

(21 reviews)

We had to replace a deteriorating 4-story outdoor stairwell in our backyard. After getting a design…read moreapproved by both an engineer and the city, we hired Jose from Lemus Construction. From the outset, Jose provided a reasonable quote and was exceptionally clear in explaining the project scope and process. The final result was stunning. The attention to detail was remarkable, ensuring both safety and aesthetic appeal. The stairs are not only functional but also a beautiful addition to our property. I am thoroughly pleased with the quality of work and wholeheartedly recommend Jose and his team for any construction needs.

I hired Lemus Construction to repair the extensive dry rot and termite damage on the front side of…read moremy home. This involved tearing down stucco on two floors, replacing the damaged wood, installing new windows, adding insulation, and generally rebuilding the front side of my home to code. Jose was helpful every step of the way. The estimate was fair and the project did not stray from the original estimate. They passed every inspection without any issues and were clearly familiar with the permitting process in SF. They proactively identified issues with my new roof installation and replacement windows. Addressing these issues delayed the project, but ensured that the work they were doing wouldn't be compromised. There was also an area of damage that was not identifiable until the walls were torn down. Luckily, Jose had warned me ahead of time that this was possible, and the change order was reasonable. All the workers were respectful when entering my home and knowledgable in their craft. I asked many questions along the way and they took the time to help address any concerns I had. Thank you to Johnny and Zen who handled the carpentry work and Mariano and Benjamin who handled the painting! I would not hesitate to hire them again and highly recommend them to anyone considering a similar project.

Pacific Construction

(14 reviews)

Osvaldo and his crew did an AMAZING job! We had a variety of projects that we needed help with upon…read moremoving into our new home. Some were more complex (e.g. the installation of a shower kit to convert our clawfoot tub to a shower and the construction of a storage space below our house). Some of the projects were simpler (e.g. replacing old electrical outlets, hanging artwork, replacing doorknobs, installing hooks/shelves). Osvaldo and his crew did all of our projects, large and small, with impeccable craftsmanship! The process started with an onsite walkthrough of our projects. Osvaldo gave us a detailed estimate and was communicative throughout. The day of our project work, the crew came early and ready to work. They were very careful to prep the work areas to protect our home. They worked efficiently and came back the next day to ensure everything was perfect with finishing touches. Osvaldo and team went above and beyond -- laying concrete to even out our storage space floor and adding vents. Osvaldo even sent a cleaning crew to clean our house after the project. Just a fantastic overall experience! Thank you, Osvaldo!

Needed remodel of rental property. Communicated via Yelp 10/19. I provided contact number and I…read morereceived a text confirming our appointment at property address. Appointment was on 10/22 between 2-4pm. Waited from 2-4:30. No call or text from Pacific rep. Not good first business impression. Will send my business to a more reliable one.

Victor Construction & Engineering

(22 reviews)

Absolutely not surprised to see all the great reviews for Mel and his crew. He has done a massive…read morerepair on the rear facade of our house, remediating dry rot, water damage, and less-than-ideal work by prior craftsmen. They replaced, repaired and painted three floors of wood walls and ceilings; resealed my balcony and refreshed its railing; repaired my screen door; and completed other tasks that required coordination with a variety of experts, like updating some roof sections and adding new gutters and skylights. A few points about the overall experience: - Mel and his team stuck with the job even as the amount of work stretched far beyond initial estimates. He committed to my 100% satisfaction and did not stop until everything subpar was brought up to his high standards. This house has never been so well sealed. - Mel communicated more quickly and completely than any construction professional I've ever worked with. Starting from the review of the initial contract and through the removal of the portapotty at the end of the job, I always knew exactly what was happening and why. - I am not a professional contractor but my bestie's husband is. I had him review the work and he had no notes. - Access to my rear facade is awkward. His crew made the extra effort to traverse the hard to navigate easement behind my property. What a slog every day for months. Mel and his team are the epitome of conscientiousness and are truly nice people.

Victor (and his crew) were very friendly and personable. My…read morejob grew (as most do) because of rot that couldn't be seen on the first inspection . So, just know that any job can (and probably will) cost lots more. This isn't their fault, just how these jobs go. They did a good job uncovering all of the damage and carefully repaired everything. I am very pleased with the work that they did for me. They were very knowledgeable about what they were doing. I have had some remodeling experience, so when they explained things, my construction knowledge told me they were knowing what they were taking about. What I didn't know, they were more than happy to take time and explain it to me. I especially liked how they cleaned up the job site every day. I would recom them highly. Good job guys!

Aaron Gordon Construction

(86 reviews)

The entire AGC team is incredible. My wife and I did a full gut remodel/rebuild on a 1912 house in…read moreSan Francisco. We took the entire house down to the studs and then moved and replaced all the studs. To say we were terrified is a complete understatement. We talked to several GC's, and were referred to Aaron Gordon by our architect. He stood out from the start, and there was really no question who we'd go with after meeting with him and running through his process. He broke down and explained every aspect of the project, and priced out the entire thing in advance. And this wasn't a rough ballpark quote like you get from most GCs, it was down to every detail. We were always in the loop on every aspect of the project. We had bi-weekly onsite check ins, and they provided weekly summaries of work completed and what was on the schedule for the coming week. We were never in the dark. Most importantly, I am happy to say now that the project is over, there were no surprises, and they finished on time and on budget (slightly below actually). That's quite an accomplishment considering the scope of work involved. Their quality is top notch, and the entire team is 100% professional. Not to mention they are just genuinely really good people. They would repeatedly go above and beyond what's expected. Just as one example (to which there are many), right when we moved in we tried to start garbage service through Recology and have bins sent to our house. Unfortunately Recology was hacked and their systems were down for weeks. We had nowhere to put our garbage, so the AGC team swung by several weeks in a row to literally pick up our personal garbage, just as a courtesy until we finally got bins sent to us. I could rattle off countless examples, but I just wanted to highlight the level of service they provide. I was flat out impressed at how they conducted themselves both professionally and personally. This whole thing could have been so stressful, but the team ensured it never got to that point. I dare say it was even enjoyable. It was amazing to watch our home transform knowing it was in good hands. I have zero hesitation recommending them to anyone starting a new project. They are as good as it gets, and they will be our go to for all our future needs. So happy we were referred to AGC.

About a year after purchasing our first home in San Francisco, my partner and I realized it…read morerequired some rather significant structural work that we missed during inspection. It was an unfortunate discovery, but working with Aaron, Joro, Denis, and team made the whole process significantly less painful. We also elected to do some minor remodeling to the affected areas, and directly provided AGC with the design. They were extremely accommodating in this, and Joro, our project manager, provided a wealth of feedback and suggestions that we incorporated. We hired them largely based on their portfolio, and even got to tour one of their previous SF projects that was being prepped for sale. They definitely specialize in higher-end construction, but in the end we felt that both the structural and cosmetic work needed the attention to detail we felt AGC could provide. Excellent communication, COVID-safe, and they were able to rapidly source quality sub-contractors for plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and cabinetry despite being in the middle of a pandemic with very high demand. I whole-heartedly recommend AGC and will be referring friends to them.

Fahan Construction

(43 reviews)

Fahan Construction, quite simply, did an incredible job. That's the long and short of it. They…read moreimpressed, whether it was with the handling of inspections and inspectors, the transparency with financials, or the simply trade itself, John Shaw and his team were always on top of our renovation. Professional, respectful, and highly communicative, he was always there whenever we needed him, by text, phone, or in person, if we needed reassurance, advice or progress reports he always seemed to be right on the ball. It's hard to communicate just how important this is to keep the blood pressure down while undertaking something as life altering as a major home renovation, but we always felt Fahan had it under control. Our project was completed on schedule, 7 months to do a new kitchen, master bath, staircase installation, family room and deck, plus electrical and lots of small detail work around the house. Seven months is really something considering how easily big renovations like ours can go off the rails. Horror stories abound, and we, quite literally, had none. What a huge relief. In terms of costs, Fahan was transparent and upfront with us. They estimated and invoiced all expected and unexpected costs up front, and clearly stated any potential overruns. There were some, but none that we felt were from left field, and for each one we were given options to keep in line with what we were comfortable with. We understood and signed off on everything before anything moved forward, with a comforting degree of transparency. The only downside we could see was that the pricing tended to be high. It's not entirely clear however if this was due to the current economic conditions of '22-'23 or if it's just what quality work and workmanship costs. But as they say, you get what you pay for. Overall, we felt well-taken care of throughout the process, like there was an insider who knew the business, the pitfalls and the tricks. "I trust them", were words we uttered more than once. Most of the time we weren't even at the house, only catching up on the progress on weekends, but we always knew that the work would get done and with little to no issues along the way. THe house turned out amazing. We really couldn't be happier with the work they did. Fahan's just a quality outfit, contractors and subs, that you should trust with your house too. Just top-shelf all the way. Two thumbs up.

Highly recommend Fahan Construction (John and his crew) -- they were absolutely perfect and you…read morewill be extremely satisfied with their services too! We hired Fahan for a number of projects at our home in the Outer Sunset of San Francisco: building a new deck, extending power and plumbing to the back yard, replacing our leaky roof, providing access to the new deck from our bedroom and a number of other misc projects inside our home. All of these projects were completed on time and with superb quality. John was incredibly friendly, professional and responsive throughout the whole process. He was extremely thorough: from working with the architect to co-ordinating with all the inspectors, to introducing us to all the members on his team and what we could expect from them on a regular basis. He managed the whole project effectively by providing us with timely quotes, invoices and being diligent about addressing any follow up questions we had. If there were any unforeseen issues with the weather or supply chain issues, John kept us informed and worked around each of these issues while keeping the project on time. Every single day, his team would show up on time and work diligently while keeping us posted if they needed anything. When we wanted something updated or changed, they obliged us immediately. What was particularly impressive is that they pulled off a number of different projects working across 3-4 different groups of people! I will definitely miss them around our home. And will reach out to them we need anything built or fixed moving forward.

SFT Construction

(40 reviews)

Looks like I will add another five star review for this business. Without going into details, my…read moreentire experience was extremely painless... OK, I did have to write a check though. Honestly, though, the price was fair and I could completely remain disconnected to all of the intricacies of a seismic, retrofit, soft story project in the Oakland Hills for our multi unit apartment complex. this was a mandatory retro-fit for soft story initiated by the city of Oakland. Once SFT received the plans, they went to work getting all of the permits necessary. We never had any issues whatsoever. I highly recommend this business. Shayan and his team were extremely professional throughout this project!

Great service and amazing ability to resolve problems. Whole team is excellent and inspires trust.read more

Edri Construction