We contracted with Weitzer for a kitchen remodel, and everything we learned to look out for when…read moredoing our due diligence ended up being done right. Being located in SE Portland, they have experience in dealing with houses that are over 100 years old (as is ours), and Weitzer's in-house cabinet shop means that they can custom build a solution for each project. From the first day, through the finishing touches, we had a lead carpenter who was here doing most of the tasks himself or with other Weitzer employees when needed, coordinating with and directing subcontractors, and communicating with the project manager who planned the remodel and created the schedule. Communication with my wife and I, and everyone else involved in the project was first rate, and a big factor in a successful, timely remodel. After they took down the plaster on the walls and ceiling and pulled up the floor, the lead carpenter consulted with other experienced Weitzer project people to make sure everyone was in agreement on planning for what to do with the hundred year old framing that they found inside. Our peace of mind at having new wiring, plumbing, and beams, studs and joists to keep everything correctly correctly supported is a, emotionally, a huge component of this job. Based on conversations with their own employees and with subcontractors, Weitzer is a good place to work, and pays their subcontractors promptly - which is apparently not always the case in the construction world. The payoff for the customer is that the employees all seem to enjoy working together for the greater good, and skilled subcontractors are willing to be flexible with the inevitable scheduling hiccups to show up when needed and keep things moving along. Since most tasks cannot be started until a previous step is complete, Weitzer's scheduling is able to be realistic, and can be trusted. There are far more moving parts to this kind of project than I could have ever predicted myself - adjusting floor joists, rerouting wiring to fit a modern lighting plan, using the right kinds of insulation for thermal or acoustic purposes, choosing paint that will stand up to the rigors of kitchen cabinet use, laser measurement for countertops, leveling the ceiling so that crown molding in different parts of the room does not interfere with cabinet doors opening and closing, matching window and door trim to other parts of the house - Weitzer's team coped with it all, and were not fazed by any of the things that could not be known until the old walls and ceiling came down. This kind of job is not cheap - but Weitzer's bid was right in line with other design-build firms that we contacted, and in watching the project as it went along, I developed an appreciation for all the components of the budget, and how they added up to the total cost, and contributed to a successful project.

Our project was tricky: building new construction onto an existing century-old house, reworking the…read moreexisting floor plan and repairing a failing foundation. The Weitzer crew said it would take 5 months and it took exactly 5 months! Our project manager worked well with our architect and all the subcontractors, with very few delays. The quality of the craftsmanship is excellent, and the attention to detail exceptional. We would hire Weitzer again for any future projects.

I had Leitner do three big remodels on my properties. I thought that they were reputable. The last…read morejob they did for me on my home was a major renovation in our master bath, the bulk of a $90K project, removing a tub and enlarging the shower. They did something wrong, and the shower leaked very very slowly until it finally became clear that it needed repair. They came and looked at it and incorrectly guessed that our problems were caused by settling. They then ghosted me. We hired a different contractor to do the $40K repairs. I repeatedly asked Leitner to help defray some of this cost. They hid behind their warranty, essentially saying that because it was a slow leak, too much time had passed and they refused to help. It should have lasted longer than 5 years!!! Who else's fault could this be? I guess it's my fault for trusting Leitner. I urge Yelpers to not make the same mistake I made.

We found Tim and Leitner Construction through Portland's FIR program and what a find. Tim, his team…read moreand subcontractors are impressive. Tim provided a thorough consultation for a lower-level remodel. He made suggestions and answered questions. The workers were professional and on time. The project turned out as planned and looks great. Tim is an impressive project manager, making sure the work happens smoothly and efficiently. He is an honest businessman and strong communicator. Tim made the project easy and stressless. We've already reached out to him for a second project.

We had a great experience working with Arthur and his team for our kitchen remodel, which included…read moredrywall work, building of an island/cabinets, and a good amount of electrical work. They offered great suggestions for the updates, and creative ideas on how we could work within our budget. Both Arthur and Joe were both incredibly responsive throughout the process, sometimes even coming out within the hour when we had questions. We couldn't be happier with how the project turned out, and would definitely recommend Modern HomeCrafter for any work, big or small.

I used M.A.Y construction to tear out my carpet and replace with hard flooring. Alex was awesome…read more He gave me a free quote (was the best quote out of 3 bids) and was able to source the materials and lay down the flooring within a week! Also super nice guys and easy to work with. Highly recommend!

If you are looking for a contractor, stop now and call Ray…read more I own a 1906 Victorian home and Ray is my go-to guy for any work we do on the house. We just completed a bathroom remodel and the work is impeccable. Ray is one of those guys you not only feel good about the work, but feel good about the rates and services he provides. He's extremely up front about what needs to be done, has great suggestions on how to make things even better, and stands 100% behind everything he does. I can't say enough about working with him and hope that you have the chance to work with him as well.

Ray was professional, honest and always on schedule about things. Having talked to over 5…read morecontractors in the area, he is the only one that stood out. I would highly recommend him.

Let me start by saying- my husband also left a review of this business, however we are our own…read moreindividuals who value totally different things. I feel like his review lacked many of the things that were so important to me, so I feel justified in writing my own review. This may be long winded, but if you are serious about how you spend your hard earned cash, then this is worth reading. My husband and I found our first home and fell in love with everything but the terrible purple 70's bathroom. We decided to inquire about remodeling because we figure we spend so much of our life in the bathroom (if you think about it- showers, baths, makeup, hair, and the unspeakable), we might as well actually like it. We heard about Steiner Remodel years ago from a good friend and had seen pictures of their work. Since our friend had used them and had good things to say, we decided to give them a shot. I wanted every detail to be exactly what I wanted so that I didn't get stuck saying "I wish I would have done it differently" for the rest of ever, however I did keep in mind that we are all just humans and there's no magical robot unicorn that can challenge physics... meaning we had to do the best with what we had, and sometimes what you WANT just isn't physically possible in the given space. Keep in mind, if that is your situation- blame physics... not your contractors. What I initially wanted was a Japanese soaking tub right next to a walk in shower, both enclosed in a wet room. I also wanted double sinks so that my husband can do whatever he wants in his own sink and doesn't have to listen to me, "Why is there tooth paste in the sink?!! gross...blah blah blah." It was just physically not possible unless we didn't mind standing on top of each other at a 4' double sink. So they gave me the honest truth about how cramped it would be if we actually did do that. They sat and thought about it, and I mean they realllllly tried to think of every possible way to make it happen. The bathroom was just too small. It didn't take long for Susan to come up with the idea of a lifetime, which I was actually completely against at first. She suggested moving the master bedroom door to the other side of the room, and knocking out the bathroom wall to extend an additional 3 feet into the hallway, which really was just a waste of space anyway. They assured me that the 3 extra feet would make a world of difference and finally, I agreed to that as well as vaulting the ceilings. As Tim and Mike both got busy with demolition, Susan was with me day after day trying to figure out tile, fixtures, cabinets, etc. I never knew how much work it was and why interior designers got paid so much, but I GET IT NOW. Susan took me to every tile shop in Portland multiple times. We spent hours upon hours trying to find a tile that would look elegant yet not show every spec of dirt or all my long dark hairs. She was SO patient and helpful. After I finally decided on a Tile we needed to find the quartz slab for the counter and tub deck. After spending multiple days trying to find quartz that matched the tile I'd picked, I found THE quartz of all quartz. I fell in love the moment I saw it and go figure, it was the most expensive quartz currently on the market AND it did NOT match my tile, but I HAD to have that quartz. So again we revisited all of the tile shops multiple times for hours on end to match the new quartz. Tim and Susan were also really great about gently bringing us back down to earth when our fantasies were getting out of hand and over budget. So now with the most expensive quartz, not only did we need to find a new tile, but a cheaper tile than we initially thought. After the Quartz and tile were decided, Susan and I spent more hours- which cabinet brand? What door style? What color? What layout? How Tall? What kind of hardware? Finally it was all put together-Looked great to me, but apparently there was a gap in the shower glass that was a few mm more than it should have been and the door didn't open optimally. They could have not mentioned it, but they clearly have integrity and take great pride in their work. After some confrontation with the vendor, they successfully got the glass redone. This is truly my dream bathroom. The only complaint I can think of is that now fancy hotels are less exciting- I always loved the fancy bathrooms, but now, nothing compares to mine. I mean... check out these PERFECT, THIN grout lines. The tub Deck is cut so that its not sharp on my neck. Space was accounted for for me to lean my head back in the tub. The tub deck extends all the way to the side of the sink so there is not gap for dust and stuff to fall into. Every single detail was thoughtfully planned out. I am honestly so impressed by their work, that I would be willing to invite you as potential client into our home to check out our bathroom so you can see for yourself. Ask Tim if you can make an appointment to see "the purple bathroom remodel"

I recently went to a bar in Portland's Hawthorne district and was blown away by the space. So much…read moreso I had to inquire about who did the work. I was told all the work was done by Steiner Remodel. Absolutely amazing work too. The craftsmanship that was put into this bar was beyond compare. When I contacted Steiner to inquire about their price structure and how they go about their business I was even more impressed. These folks know their stuff and are very good with their communication as well. I'll be hiring Steiner for a remodel on my 70+ year old house soon based solely on the work I saw in this bar.

Western Oregon Builders (WOB) was contracted to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit for me in…read moreVancouver, Washington. The home is two stories with a 530 square foot workshop and 530 square foot apartment with a loft and large exterior deck. The home was finished in spring of 2019 and is currently my primary home and I rent out my other house on the property. Alex (the owner of WOB) and his team were awesome to work with throughout the project. Alex was good about communication and letting me know the various stages of the build. He is passionate about construction (and his mini excavator) and was out at the project much of the time directing and performing the work himself. This was my first large construction project and Alex made it easy to do business. The quality of the work was outstanding, and his pricing was very agreeable. WOB was flexible to changes in design as the project moved along and did not come back with price adjustments outside of large upgrades (which I requested) which were not in the initial design/build quote. I was expecting to engage WOB in conjunction with R&B Design Studio LLC (to provide the building design/permitting) to assemble a house based on architectural drawings. Both teams worked closely together to execute a full top to bottom project management services package that included architectural drawings, scheduling, material and design selections, construction, permitting, etc. R&B Design Studio LLC is a company that works in conjunction with WOB on many projects and did an outstanding job to design a space that feels much larger than it really is and is highly functional. WOB also has a show room to help select materials and builds custom cabinets making it simple to select materials without having to search for these items and do price/quality comparisons. This made it very helpful being a working professional. Also, both teams helped select interior flooring, cabinets, tiles, countertops, etc. which is a large benefit as I find this difficult without guidance. They made it super easy to do business with them and even found a way to shave about $8,000 off the project through working with the city on specific criteria. I would highly recommend both Western Oregon Builders and R&B Design Studio LLC for any construction project. The end product is so much more than I anticipated, I could not be more appreciative of their service.

Alex and his crew constructed an outdoor patio covering for our yard that was even more beautiful…read morethan we had imagined! We are so pleased with the final product. Alex provided a unique design for the space that thoughtfully incorporated the pre-existing elements like our trellising grapes. The final product fits in perfectly with the yard and the look of our home. We couldn't be happier! Alex came to the site fully prepared and surprised us by bringing a crew large enough to finish the entire project in one day. Alex stayed on site the whole time, managing the team and making sure everything went according to plan. Throughout the process Alex and Jeremy were responsive, helpful, honest, and professional. It was a pleasure working with Western Oregon Builders and we would absolutely recommend them to others. We are thrilled with our new (dramatically improved) patio space and would 100% use Alex and his team again for future projects.

I cannot believe that I have not written a review for this EXCELLENT company…read more I cannot say enough positive things about all of the Ramos team. Kris, Bill, Angel, and Randy helped us with a very, VERY poorly done job by another construction company. In 8 days, this other company had done an immense amount of demo/damage with no actual plan for rebuild. Ramos took on the job despite being busy and having no prior example of what the structure looked like. They have been so great. They contacted the original architect from the 70s to make sure the rebuild was in spec with his work. They worked with the City on what they taken on (no permits, no plans, incorrect work) and how to move forward. They met with us and a third party structural engineer consult when we wanted to see if we could make a claim against the other construction company. They have always been available, friendly, done clean, expert work and respected our small time/picky requests. When we move to our next project, we will absolutely work with Ramos. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Quick response, good communication. Arrived on time, got the job done quickly and for a fair…read moreprice. Would definitely use them again.