Nuff said. Dave is a pro, good quote, fast turn around, quality materials and service. Couldn't…read morehave picked a better person to do the work. As for the masonry, use Rafael Bernal from RJ Landscaping in Escondido. He worked with Dave seamlessly did an awesome job with installing the footing for the glass wall. These guys work very well together and go hand in hand when installing glass fencing. Upon comparison of similar jobs from other contractors, I found that Dave and Rafael had the cleanest install and the best pricing for the quality of work. Highly recommended!

Dave installed a frameless glass fence and gate 4 years ago. He provided a very competitive quote,…read moretimely responses and delivered on time. 2 years after the installation we had our gate sag a little bit making it difficult to close which he had warned as a possibility for the option we chose (3 sided frame). He came out to evaluate and then had someone come out to attach a 4th side to the frame at a very reasonable price. Since then the gate has held its form with no issues. The rest of the fence has held up well and appears to have been installed solidly. It's refreshing to have someone stand behind their work even a few years after the installation. Highly recommend!

We have been staring at our two old decks for some years now and thought it's time to get some…read morebids. We liked Ben from the get go and he and Eric did a superb job giving us a new redwood deck. He communicated daily what would be happening and was so meticulous. Fair quote as well. Hoping he can fit us in again for some upgrading of the second deck. Thanks Ben!

Ben Zipp repaired our aging pergola recently and he did a great job! He submitted a very…read morecompetitive quote, took the time to understand the project thoroughly, and then delivered. This was especially a tricky job since we had hired a handyman before, who did most of the demolition before we realized that this was a bigger job than he was expecting. So when Ben showed up he had to reconstruct what he couldn't see. But he did a great job! He communicated excellently, showed up when he said he would, and worked hard. On time, on budget!

We hired Dan for a major remodel of our first floor, including the living area, kitchen, bathroom,…read moreand laundry room, and we are absolutely thrilled with the results. It was a big transformation, and we're thrilled with how everything came together. The spaces feel beautiful, open, cohesive, and so much more enjoyable to live in. Dan communicated with us honestly and clearly. He did a great job managing our expectations on timelines and issues that arose throughout the process. Dan has an extremely high level of integrity and he delivered on the project from bringing to end. Dan's crew was wonderful to work with, they were respectful and kept the work areas clean. They took a lot of pride in their work, and it shows in the finished result. It means a lot to walk into your home and love what you see. We feel incredibly lucky we chose Dan and would highly recommend him to anyone considering a remodel!

This full service contractor has done two jobs for me. First he remodeled a granny flat on my…read moreproperty and did an exceptional job on a budget. Worked fast and completed the project early because Dan knew I had a short deadline. After I saw how good he was, I hired him for a Second much bigger job that was a complete demo of my kitchen and full remodel, including cabinets, countertops, etc. The end result was better than I ever dreamed. Here's what makes Dmb stand out from the rest. Dan was refreshingly transparent and honest with ALL aspects of my project. No BS. Once into the project, he suggested a couple of changes from the original plan that greatly enhanced the final look of my kitchen. He also convinced me to change my countertop product to a less expensive material that would be easier to upkeep and still look great. Saved me several thousand dollars on that one! I liked communicating with Dan because he is first and foremost a professional, explains things clearly (sometimes over and over for me to fully comprehend), and is so patient and kind hearted. During the entire process, he often said he wanted me to be happy with the results of any decision I made and he would do whatever it took to make that happen. When I became anxious, he would patiently reiterate my choices and help guide me to what the final result would look like. That helped me make decisions that I ultimately loved. And his crew is fantastic. He has assembled a skilled team of guys who emulate many of the same caring characteristics that Dan possesses. His prices are reasonable--he's not cheap nor is he out of the ballpark expensive. He consistently maintained a cost conscious approach towards me as his customer. I highly recommend him for any outside or inside construction project--full service or smaller needs....Dan can do it all.

Jason did a great job for us with drywall repairs, painting, installing digital NEST Yale locks,…read moreand other home improvements.

Thanks to Jason, we have the coolest fence on the block! My boyfriend and I connected with Jason on…read morethe Nextdoor App. He was highly recommended by a neighbor and, after meeting him, we knew we could trust him with our fence project. Jason is incredibly detailed-oriented, creative, focused, trustworthy, and an all-around great person. We can't wait to use him for future projects and couldn't recommend him enough!

Our fireplace and hearth were due for an update and I searched for a tile contractor to install new…read morestone and stacked stone that we had picked out. I had three different contractors come out to the house to bid the project. Kevin impressed me and I reviewed his Yelp ratings and decided to hire him for the project. Kevin did the work on exactly the schedule that he quoted and the finished project is PERFECT. I am very particular and wanted this project to look really special as it is the focal point of our family room. Kevin went above and beyond to ensure that we were happy with the final product. (I reviewed our project against a similar project that my neighbor did with another contractor and ours looks much nicer.) I would highly recommend Kevin to any others that are considering this work. He does excellent quality work and does not take any shortcuts.

Kevin did an amazing job tiling our master bathroom floors and shower, his work is absolutely…read morebeautiful. He created a great plan and explained everything along the way, he was meticulous in his work and made sure every single tile was laid perfectly. The cost was very affordable compared to other tile installers and you can tell he genuinely loves what he does, he's like an artist. I highly recommend him for your next job, I will be going back to him for all my tiling projects in the future.

Greg & his team did an amazing job on our stair railing! Out of the few contractors I've reached…read moreout to Greg was the most responsive and helpful when walking us through flooring requirements. All I had to do was send him an inspiration photo and he was able to recreate it in my house. The attention to detail truly shows in their craft!

Gregg and Gilbert were fantastic to work with. I almost wish I had more stairs for them to remodel…read more Our staircase was a unique project because they added a sloped stem wall where there had originally been an open staircase. The finished result looks like it was built that way from the beginning. The craftsmanship is absolutely flawless, and the attention to detail exceeded our expectations. They were professional, incredibly clean, always arrived on time, and stayed on schedule throughout the project. Communication was excellent, and they took the time to make sure every detail was exactly what we wanted. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend StairCrafter to anyone looking for high-quality custom stair work.

Hate long reviews? This one IS NOT for you, but I'll just say, go with Chris and Ozzy Lara, at…read moreLara Pavers Outdoor LLC. You'll be amazed how much you'll love what they create. And how stress free it will be. BTW, though their business address shows Long Beach, CA, they're in the San Diego area as well. ________________________________________________________________ One reason we chose Lara Pavers Outdoors LLC was an awesome review on Home Advisor. (I'll copy and paste below if I can). We're writing to share the pleasant experience we had with Lara Paver Outdoor LLC. Our driveway needed extending and considered concrete but didn't want to see the "new" vs "existing" inevitable color mismatch. Ozzy and Chris Lara walked the area with us and listened to our needs and concerns. They mentioned other options like concrete staining (not painting) or pavers. We chose pavers so it didn't look like an afterthought. We're elated we did! I work at home now due to the COVID so we witnessed the phenomenal work ethic in each phase being performed and truly... we tried to stop ourselves, but we had to go out and watch... probably 20 times each day! We've had contractor encounters over many years and a surprising number ended up treating us quite inconsiderately. Including being late or a no-show! * On time: The day they came out to scope the work, and every day after, they were always on time and in fact early. Ready to start work. So refreshing and appreciated. * Reasonable pricing: As always, we received other quotes and their proposal was very reasonable and fair. In retrospect...a great value. * Knowledgeable: Chris and Ozzy were so informative with insights and options that many might not consider. * Respectful of neighbors: They were extremely considerate of noise, dust and disruption, which was minimal, to the neighbors. It was hot and they made sure to stay hydrated. And they put their empty water bottles in a recycle container instead of throwing them on the ground to clutter up the area. Truly conscientious crew. * Clean Work Site: They're almost obsessive about worksite cleanliness. Cleaning, sweeping, storing of equipment numerous times per day and of course at the end of each day. * Hard working, skillful, efficient craftsmen: The crew was efficiently busy, never "loafing", unsure what to do next. Numerous team activities displayed a symphony of action. Very impressive. * Service above and beyond our hopes and expectations; People slowed as driving by, giving a nod or wave of approval or a thumbs-up. Some stopped expressing their appreciation of the project and requested business cards from them. We so loved what we were seeing, we asked them to quote 2 new projects. We got them to perform 1 of the 2 (a shed paver base in the backyard) at the same time and the other project, we're looking forward to scheduling up. They squeezed us in and picked up more pavers and did the work seamlessly. They even performed some additional work, at no charge to us: They filled in a large and long opening in a side wall with concrete, where soil was visible. They didn't have to do this as it didn't actually affect their scope of work. They knew it would improve the appearance of the whole area and add to our enjoyment. * Project completed on time: Work was completed on schedule even with our continuous "inspections" of their work, asking questions incessantly and the many interruptions we initiated. Even with the extra job in the backyard they completed on time! They never acted as though we were in the way... even though, we often were. * Perhaps most importantly (to us at least), simply stated, they are just good people. o Respectful behaviors are fading in society and we'd rather support those that embody and present such pleasing, constructive energies. ______________________________________________________________________________ Home Advisor Review, mentioned above: (trimmed for space-DH) 07-31-2020 Ralph L. in Pinetop, AZ This quite extensive project (travertine decking, sod installation, drain and irrigation systems, plantings, trees, raised limestone rose garden beds) was just completed by Chris and Ozzy Lara for us. The experience was great! Not only are they such nice guys, they are really professional and their work quality is superb. They're very reliable. Came early, stayed late finishing various phases of the project. When I asked for something extra, they were happy to go the extra to help us out and make sure we were happy with the way things turned out. It almost sounds to good to be true. We were continually impressed by their commitment and work ethic. I would, without hesitation, recommend them for any size project. We feel very fortunate to have found Chris and Ozzy and plan on using them again in the future on phase II. Thank you, Lara Pavers Outdoor, Chris, Ozzy and crew!!! We will see you soon! With Respect, Dave & Jan, Oceanside

Christian Lara and his crew deserve more than 5 stars. They far exceeded our expectations on many…read morelevels. First of all, Chris and his team are very professional, respectful, friendly and just a pleasure to work with. They put in artificial turf and replaced our concrete driveway with tumbled pavers. They show up on time, work hard, take pride in their work, clean up every day, and their attention to details was phenomenal. Chris also has excellent design sense and, though he will do exactly what you want, if you ask him his opinion he will share it and every time his ideas were better than ours. Plus, his prices are very competitive. Additionally, from neighbors and people walking by our house and seeing his work, he got 11 new jobs. He and his crew are that good!

Seth and his crew at SJR Handyworks did an excellent job rebuilding my patio deck and roof. The…read moreproject was completed on schedule, and there were no unexpected upcharges. Seth clearly knows what he is doing, especially when it comes to identifying and repairing termite and dry-rot damage. He knows what needs to be replaced, what can be repaired, and how to do the work correctly without recommending unnecessary work. It is not often that I completely trust what a contractor tells me, but Seth earned that trust. You can rely on him to be honest, knowledgeable, and stand behind his work. I would highly recommend SJR Handyworks.

We have hired Seth Repke and the team of SJR Handyworks for 3 projects in our home. The most…read morerecent is an entry, kitchen, and family room remodel. We are repeat customers and would rate this company as a consistent 5 star, due to the quality of both their customer service and the quality of the finished work. Seth and his team are honest and very dependable. We would highly recommend SJR Handyworks for a wide variety of construction projects. Before and after photos are included. Bill & Judy M.