I was looking for the cheapest contractor I could find to finish my basement, which was approximately 1100 sq. ft. of concrete.  I spoke with 4 contractors.  Of course every single contractor told me different things.  I was told I needed to waterproof my entire basement before they could do anything, I needed an additional electrical panel, I needed an additional sump pump and I couldn't put my wet bar where I wanted it.  This was my first experience dealing with contractors in regards to finishing a basement.  Needless to say I was very frustrated because no one would give me a quote, they all kept telling me everything I needed to do that didn't include the finishing of my basement.  I had no idea what I was doing, but I did know what I wanted the end result to be.  The PM, Russell Blake, was the person that came and looked at my basement to give me an estimate.  He was on time and very polite.  As he took measurements of my basement, he did provide me advice when I was telling him how I wanted my basement to look.  I appreciated his opinion, especially since this was my first time.  He didn't badger me or tell me I couldn't do anything.  He also didn't tell me about all these other things that "I was supposed to do first" before I could even start on my basement.  He simply showed me pictures of previous jobs and made suggestions in areas that I was unsure about.  I did do research and those items that I was told HAD TO BE DONE, were not items that were mandatory in order to accomplish what I wanted. I went back and forth with the quote between Cyrus Construction and another contractor.  Russell was prompt with his responses.  Which I appreciate, I do not like to wait more than 24 hours for a business to provide me with information.  They were not the cheapest but they weren't the most expensive.  The quote was still within my budget.  Cyrus Construction did come highly recommended when I did my research and read the reviews.  I did see some reviews that weren't 5 stars, but I looked at the time of the project, how many negative reviews there were total and how many reviews overall.  My concern was the overall rating. I believe you can make some of the people happy some of the time, but not all of the people happy all the time.  I also chose Cyrus Construction because they did not BS me!!  Russell was very easy to work with.  I changed my mind a few times, but there was never an issue with my requests.  Someone was always home at my house, so the workers did their best to stay out of our way and were always very polite.  It took about 6 to 8 weeks for my basement to be complete.  I added a small room with an egress window, a half bathroom and wet bar to my basement.  All areas were fully finished except the gym area, which I had them close off and just add an entry door.  I am very picky and a little bit OCD.  I went over my basement with a fine tooth comb and provided Russell with my list, which were all cosmetic.  Russell made sure that all items were met to my satisfaction before I made my final payment, even down to the smallest detail.  I am very happy with the end result of my basement I attached some before and after pictures.  I am still in the process of decorating, so disregard the grandbaby and toys!! read more

We recently used Cyrus construction for our kitchen, Bathroom and a large portion of our basement and we are impressed with both the process and the results. I have consulted numbers of contractors and takes genuine pride in the quality of the work they're doing, and that certainly describes Project Mgr. works with. Both our kitchen and bathroom looked amazing and did a good layout and design for us to choose. We were very happy and so much impressed with the outcome .Also, the quality of materials used are of high- quality standard, and the tradesmen listened patiently of what we wanted for both our kitchen and bathroom. We were absolutely delighted that the time frame finished without any delay and within our budget .And this another big factor for choosing Cyrus construction. I do appreciate their attentiveness, and they are very welcoming too when we dropped by in their showroom they showed us lots of kitchen and bathroom products that we can choose from for our kitchen and bathroom and basement that we needed with high-quality materials. Cyrus staffs were very helpful. They provide us with numerous sources for our kitchen cabinetry with very good quality, tiles for our countertops and floor tiles for our bathroom. All the work performed throughout the renovation was of the highest standard, and we enjoyed working with James. The crew cleaned the area every time they finish working , no dust or clutters around my house .I also appreciated how hard they worked to keep the schedule and my budget at the same time. The job they did for me was fresh, modern and very creative looking. And any questions I asked them regarding my kitchen and bathroom which was my main concerned James was very responsive which we were also impressed. He gave me a clear and detailed explanation patiently and honestly. I felt very comfortable and his straight -forward approach .And with James skill of craftsmanship and code of knowledge has the ability to problem-solving and I would recommend Cyrus Construction are a reliable contractor. They did an excellent job. I look forward to hiring them for the work I need to be done. Jane T. Vienna, Virginia US read more

We recently had our basement finished with Cyrus Construction. We started the process almost a year ago with estimates and interviewing contractors. We met with more than 15 contractors before deciding on Cyrus in May 2018. We were very impressed with Russell from the start. We'd ask about a specific for our basement and he would quickly reply with, "So and so did this--let me pull up a picture for you." He'd find the example he was looking for and show and explain. We were so impressed with his recall of past projects, it gave us the assurance that he would be hands on and on top of the whole project from start to finish. The estimate we got was so detailed we felt like we could see where every penny was going. When you're spending this amount to renovate something it is a good feeling to know exactly what you're getting. We made our selections, and were able to get started at the beginning of July. The people coming in and out of the house to work were friendly, respectful and responsible. They were careful to lay down painters' cloth as they moved in and out of the house. They left our home clean each night. Even though we were having roughly 1300 sqft finished we did not feel like we were living in a construction site. Whenever they were going to be loud (drilling into concrete etc), turn off water etc they would give us notice so we could plan around it. Our site project manager Nerus was wonderful as well. He and Russell were so responsive by phone or email. We worked closely with them through the whole process and as a result had a very--VERY small punch list of corrections/fixes at the end. We had our basement turned over to us mid-September 2018. We are thrilled with the way it turned out. The finishes are nice, the workmanship is great. We felt that they really listened to what we wanted in that space and worked hard to deliver and execute that plan. We have a few more renos to do in our house and will not hesitate to hire Cyrus Construction again. From start to finish they were a pleasure to work with! read more

We recently used Cyrus Construction to remodel both our main and guest bathrooms. Not only were we extremely satisfied with the end result, but we appreciated the attention to detail and frequent updates throughout the process. We first came across Cyrus while looking online and scheduled a time to meet in the showroom to receive a quote. We initially met with Russel who explained the general process and showed us the selection of materials. We explained it was our first time doing a remodel like this and we were still at the beginning of the process, and Russell was great about answering our questions. We continued to get quotes from a few other contractors in the area and Cyrus Constructions offer remained very competitive. But what sealed the deal is Cyrus was the only company that followed up with us to see if we had any questions about the process. We ended up deciding to purchase our own tile to get a specific pattern, and Cyrus was not only able to accommodate but again were very helpful and answered questions regarding what additional materials would be needed to actually install and complete the project. That attention and level to detail continued through the installation as well. Russell made sure to go over the general designs beforehand and then the installers were extremely helpful and would display patterns so we could actually see the various options for the specific details before committing and installing. This really helped ensure we got exactly what we wanted and came through in the final product! Overall we were extremely satisfied and would highly recommend Cyrus if you're looking to remodel. read more

Cyrus Construction - Excellent Remodel of our Kitchen from start to finish! Russell Blake provided us with great ideas with color photos to give us a real idea of the completed project from taking down two walls for an open concept kitchen into our living and dining room. Beautiful cabinets/hardware, flooring and wall tile to choose from in his large showroom. Russell's crew were efficient with removal of all old cabinets, flooring, drywall etc. Left work area each day neat and clean. Excellent workmanship in installing beautiful new cabinets with hardware, ceramic wall and floor tile. In addition we had recessed and pendant lighting installed that was perfectly located to provide the kitchen with an abundance of light to lighting just over the granite countertop for dining to working on my laptop and relaxing. Phone calls and emails were always answered or returned promptly by their friendly and knowledgeable staff. I would highly recommend Cyrus Construction to anyone who is serious about having a job perfectly executed in all phases of Construction work! And finally, If you are setting a Budget then Cyrus Construction is for you! The company works very hard to stay within the budget set by Russell and I. Thank You for a Beautiful Kitchen Renovation! Your review helps others learn about great local businesses. Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees. read more

The pics below are representative of a ~ $12-$15K master bathroom remodel Cyrus did for us. Included demo (removal of tub, sink / cabinet combo, toilet and 2x large wall cabinets), floor reinforcement, permits / inspection, and install of a walk-in tile shower w/ sliding glass door, new lighting, in-wall medicine cabinet, new vanity, new toilet and new flooring. Went w/ Cyrus not because their estimate was the cheapest, but because of their apparent professionalism. Russel quickly impressed me as someone who would stand behind and guarantee his work. Quality work, professionalism, flexibility and standing behind your work is more important in my book than being cheapest. Russel and his team delivered on all fronts! As with any remodel, hiccups occurred that extended the timeline, but most delays were my own fault as I dragged my feet picking out fixtures, tile, etc. All my issues / concerns were immediately remedied. Despite a BUSY schedule, Russel was responsive and always eager to look for opportunities to get work done. We did have one small problem with a worker not securing our front door via the lockbox / key. This happened once, and upon being notified of our concern, Russel did not allow that worker back on our job. I LOVE our new bathroom and am glad we went w/ Russel & Cyrus construction! read more

I initially found Cyrus Construction on Angie's List and I'm so glad I did. Russell was very prompt to reply to my inquiry and we quickly got moving on a proposal and planning of a base reconfiguration, master bath, and pantry remodel. Russell made planning the project, and working within our budget, easy from 1,000 miles away. Once we got moved to the area we got to know the crew well and they were always so professional, detail-oriented, and cleaned up every evening when they were finished for the day. I was particularly impressed with one of their tile workers who tiled our shower nonstop one day and did the most beautiful job! He's clearly an artist. Russell was always so easy to touch base with by email, text, or phone and he was frequently calling us to make sure things were going well and see if we had any questions. We elected to do some painting and demo ourselves, to save money, and Russell still managed to get us what we're wanting with the money we have to spend. We're so happy with our new master bath, pantry and basement that we're adding a contract to have our kitchen remodeled and new floors put down. Seriously hire Russell and his crew for ANYTHING you need. You'll be glad you did! read more

It's a pleasure to recommend Cyrus Construction for your home remodeling project(s). After reviewing proposals that were vastly different in cost and timelines, we selected Cyrus Construction based on their professionalism and willingness to be flexible with our needs and budget. I have to say that with the numerous projects we've undertaken over the years, the entire process with Cyrus was near seamless. Russell the project manager was very patient and responsive. He has a good eye for interior design and functionality and helped us maximize space. His crew was very professional and the work was completed on time which was critical for us as our project was done in the winter, and we needed it to be finished prior to placing our home on the market. After the project was complete, Russell returned to fix loose vinyl flooring expeditiously and without any extra charges. It is rare for home improvement projects to lack hidden charges and, complete in a timely manner with no impact on quality. We would use Cyrus again if the opportunity arose. read more

I enlisted Cyrus construction to perform my kitchen remodel. The only aspect of the kitchen that was not changed was the layout; everything else was replaced. Russell, my project manager, was friendly, professional, honest and matter of fact. He worked with me to stay within my budget and also assisted me in designing the kitchen. Once the project was underway, I felt comfortable bringing up any concerns I had, as mundane as they might have been. He was timely with change orders and updates. And the project was not considered complete until my every concern was addressed. My kitchen has since been getting rave reviews. I now have a herringbone backsplash, tile floors, recessed and pendant lighting and a beautiful granite countertop - all of it while staying close to my budget. I would definitely recommend Cyrus Construction for future remodeling needs. read more

I wanted to remodel my bathroom, got several bids for my project and decided on Cyrus Construction. My decision wasn"t based on the lowest or highest bid but on the interest the contractor took in the project whether big or small. Russell took time to listen to what I wanted, look at the bathroom to be remodeled and offered suggestions. The crew covered floors and furniture before starting each day and cleaned up before leaving. Any concerns I had during the remodeling project I communicated to Russell and all were addressed and fixed in a professional manner. I totally love the look of my remodeled shower with the frameless glass door which, is the style I wanted to achieve, clean, no shower curtain or frame. Overall I am very pleased with the job and my remodeled bathroom looks great. I would honestly recommend Cyrus Construction read more

Cyrus Construction did a fantastic job with our home remodeling, especially with our kitchen design and the basement bathroom. It was long and narrow kitchen and they used the space, the sun light and colors so well that it made the kitchen look huge and gorgeous. Russell did a phenomenal job helping us select the tile, backslash and assisting a long the way. The bathroom in the basement was also space challenge. The space was very small.. Cyrus Construction was not afraid of this challenge. The built a beautiful full, functional bathroom with a large shower. Gorgeous! The entire team was very courteous considerate and quiet. They all wore masks at all times. The tile specialists Hector is outstanding! Cyrus Construction provided highest quality materials, work, skills and customer service. I would hire Cyrus Construction again. read more

We looked at several companies but were most impress with Cyrus and their project manager, Russell Blake. Mr. Blake visited the premises multiple times and came up with the best plan to satisfy our needs. The contract he prepared was extremely detailed with regard to the work to be accomplish, the materials to be used, and the exact cost - a big plus that was not typical of other companies we contacted. We have done other major projects in the District and in Bethesda and I would say this one went as smoothly as humanly possible. The crew was terrific. Superb craftsmanship, super friendly, courtesy, and always left the premises clean. The entire job was finished in a timely manner and significantly faster than I had expected. We are super happy with their work and would definitely use this company again. read more

We hired Cyrus to remodel our unfinished basement and our expectations were far exceed by the finished product! They turned our dingy, uninspiring basement where we had nothing but storage into an awesome bar/lounge area where we plan on watching hours of sporting events, a gaming room for my kids that is separated from the "adult" side and a beautiful full bathroom (which is nicer than all of the other bathrooms in my house)!! Every step of the way we had Russell to ask questions or ping him with comments about what we were seeing. He was always responsive and communicated with us via email, phone and text. He always kept us apprised of the "next steps" in the project. I would highly recommend Cyrus and will likely use them for our next home renovation! read more

I recently hired Cyrus Construction for my basement and wet bar project. The level of professionalism was maintained from the first visit to their showroom to the completion of the job. The team that supported me were very knowledgeable and offered up great tips. My project was somewhat unorthodox with some work being sprinkled in by me simultaneously but their team worked with me and exercised patience. They grasped my vision from the beginning and carried it through to land on exactly what I wanted. They showed respect for my project and for my home. Special thanks to my excellent Project Manager, Farzan Beyrami. Not only would I use Cyrus Construction for future projects but I would highly recommend you consider them for yours! read more

I can't recommend Cyrus Construction enough. They renovated my condo doing a full kitchen and bathroom remodel and modernizing the other spaces. Russell came and talked through the job with me. He offered suggestions and was very open to my requests. The quote was very thorough and easy to understand. The crew was courteous, clean, and responsive to my questions. I was not living on the property during the renovation but stopped by each day to check on the work. The foreman talked me though what was done each day. The work was excellent, progressed at a reasonable pace, and finished in a timely manner. I'm very happy with the finished space and wouldn't hesitate using them again and recommending them to friends. read more

Cyrus Construction provided excellent quality work in every detail. The renovation involved rebuilding the basement almost from scratch (walls, floors, ceilings, fireplace tiling), as well as building a wall closet and several storage spaces that did not exist before and their carpenters, especially Van, did a fantastic job and had good advice on the best way of doing things. Every time we had an issue their response was fast, polite and effective and James and Farzan take great care of their customers. The work was finished passed the original deadline but the good work compensated for the wait. We would definitely recommend and hire them again. read more

I couldn't be happier with the final result of the work Cyrus did for me. They put in a beautiful large deck for me in my back yard and turned an unfinished basement into a lovely 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath apartment. This apartment included a full kitchen, dinette area off the kitchen, living room and laundry room. They are very professional, honest and pleasant to have around. They stayed within the original budget they quoted me. The quality of the workmanship is of the highest order. They worked tirelessly on getting this job done as soon as possible, but not so fast that the quality was compromised. I recommend them very highly! read more

It, was a pleasure to work with Cyrus Construction's Project Manager, Russell. Russell did an awesome job with assisting us with designing our unfinished basement. Russell communicated our wishes to his Foreman (Neris). Russell, Neris, and the team made our dream basement a reality. The team always arrived early, have excellent craftsmanship, and cleaned up the debris. Russell and Neris were responsive to our questions and requests. We, would recommend Cyrus Construction, Russell, Neris, and the team to our neighbors, family, and friends. Great Company to work with. Exceeded out explantations! read more

I bought a short sale (of course the closing took forever) and James @ Cyrus Construction went with me for a walk-thru of the townhouse to see how much everything would cost to fix. He even suggested how he could take down a wall to open up the kitchen and designed cabinets that fit my lifestyle. The quality of work was top notch. After closing we started immediately on the renovations and finished on time and within budget. I even got to make some changes along the way and he did not get flustered. It was a great experience, if I ever move again I would defintely call him. read more