I can't say enough positive things about Dan! He did an amazing job building my decks and…read moreinstalling a handrail along the stairs next to my garage. He has an amazing work ethic and is so tidy! His attention to detail is top notch as well. My favorite part of my deck is my new bar counter. I knew I wanted it but had no idea how to make it happen. Dan saw my vision and made it better than I hoped! My only complaint is that now that the deck looks so amazing, I feel like I need to paint the house!

From Day 1, working with Dan and Craftsman Decks was truly a great experience. Dan is responsive,…read morepractical, and an expert when it comes to all things decks. Our second-story elevated deck needed a major repair. When we spoke to a few other companies, they all said that we needed a full rebuild. But not Dan. He assessed the work carefully, examined the drawings, and said he could do the repair. He was fair and transparent with the cost and clear about the scope of work. When the job began, Dan and his team, Ksen and Chris, were thoughtful and efficient with their approach. They made lots of progress quickly, and explained each step in detail. Dan really went above and beyond helping me navigate the inspection process. We wanted to make a few changes from the original drawings that required a revision. Dan worked with our architect, handled the inspectors, and helped get our deck approved and permitted. He was careful and detailed, communicated well throughout the whole process, and the work was top tier. I highly recommend Craftsman Decks. Elite work, trustworthy and reliable, fair and transparent, and will go the extra mile. Give them all the stars!

Make sure you ask his availability before booking an estimate with him. He told me sometime in…read moreJune is earliest and when I said I'm looking to install sooner, he got upset and said so I came out here for nothing, you could've told me that prior and I said no you could've told me you are scheduling two months out prior and that most people want the work done asap instead of waiting that long. He then skidded out of my driveway.

Seriously- 18 inches from the kitchen counter to the cabinet base? I was having a terrible time…read moretrying to fit some of my larger cooking appliances onto my counter space. So i decided to call John and he raised all of my kitchen cabinets by 5 inches. The work was done with care from take down to re-installation and needless to say i was very happy with the work. His pricing was extremely reasonable and he was a pleasure to work with. I will soon call on him again to install a large 5x8 skylight on our Loft, hopefully before the summer heat comes around.

Eric, Julio and his crew did a efficient demo and built a beautiful con heart deck. This deck was…read morebuilt to pass City of Oakland/California rules. Eric also was very accommodating with the City of Oakland Green Halo requirements which we passed. This company is very knowledgeable and has a long standing experience with decks. I highly recommend them. They listen, clean up properly and complete the job in an efficient time despite the weather.

The work that Superior Decks did in refinishing my deck is outstanding. Since my deck is over 25…read moreyears old and was in bad shape, I didn't think it would come out that good. But now it looks like it's brand new after all of the hard work that Lisa's crew put into it replacing some of the boards, pressure washing, sanding, and staining it. I highly recommend Superior Decks. Their prices are pretty reasonable too.

If you're looking for someone who truly understands wood, Jose from Deck Preservation is the person…read moreto call. I would not trust anyone else with projects like this. Jose brings an incredible amount of expertise, hard work, and enthusiasm to every job. He is very communicative throughout the process and works efficiently while still maintaining a very high standard. It is clear he cares deeply about doing the job right. I hired him for two projects to restore wood that had been badly maintained over the years. From the start, he was upfront about realistic expectations and worked closely with me so the final result would be both beautiful and aligned with my personal taste, even with the challenges from past wear and damage. His process is meticulous. He carefully preps, conditions, and treats the wood so the finish looks great and will last. One of the projects he worked on was restoring our outdoor patio seating, which had been heavily worn down by the elements. It had become rough, uncomfortable to sit on, and even left little splinters. Jose transformed it completely. The wood is now smooth, almost velvet to the touch, and looks beautiful again. He also took the time to tighten loose planks so everything feels solid and well cared for. If you need help restoring decks, outdoor wood furniture, benches, railings, or other exterior wood, Jose is exceptional. I am thrilled with the results and will absolutely work with him again.

I recently hired Jose for deck preservation, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From start…read moreto finish, he was professional, communicative, and clearly takes pride in his craft. He explained every step of the process, used high-quality products, and completed the work right on schedule. In addition to doing excellent work, Jose was friendly, respectful of my property, and left everything spotless. If you're looking for someone who knows exactly what they're doing and delivers outstanding results, I highly recommend Jose for any deck preservation needs. Thank you, Jose!

Working with Kastus has been one of the best experiences I've ever had with a contractor. He's not…read morejust talented -- he's a true craftsman. You can tell he understands wood deeply -- how it behaves, how it breathes, and how to bring out its beauty in every detail. From the very beginning, he took the time to study the conditions of my house, plan carefully, and make the right recommendations. Every step of the project showed his dedication, precision, and love for quality work. Many parts of this deck could have been built in a simpler or faster way, but Kastus chose to do them right -- taking the extra time to make everything look beautiful and last longer. All the ideas you see in the photos started as rough concepts I had in mind. Kastus listened, added his own ideas, and together we created something even better than I imagined. I've worked with many contractors in my life -- I'm actually a contractor myself -- and I've never seen anyone with his level of care, patience, and commitment to excellence. In a time when most companies chase quantity over quality, finding someone like Kastus is rare. If you get the chance to hire him, you'll be working with a true woodworker -- someone who treats every project like a piece of art. I'm happy to provide references or even show you the project in person. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to come see his work or talk about my experience.

Kastus did amazing job cleaning up my backyard. The…read morecommunication was clear, he responded promptly and we easily found a time that works best for me. I can't begin to tell how efficient and professional he was. He pulled out all the weeds and bushes and even trimmed my regular garden vegetation preparing it for the winter. He even took great care of helping me dispose of the trimmed weeds. my backyard looks stunning now and a smile every time I look at it. I highly recommend Kastus and his team, they are true professionals, providing the highest quality of service.

I recently brought in several companies to bid on a deck project at my home. One of them thought I…read moreneeded to tear down the entire existing deck along with the foundation. Another one wanted to tear down the existing deck and make repairs to the foundation as needed. Carlos, on the other hand, felt that most of my existing wood was ok and suggested that we just replace pieces as needed, and also make repairs to the foundation as needed. His approach seemed reasonable to me and much more cost effective. I also told him I had a very tight timeline because I needed to have the deck ready for an upcoming party. Carlos and he team started right away and with minimal input needed from me throughout the project, it was completed very quickly - on time and on budget. I'd alway recommend that people check with several companies before selecting a vendor, but if you are looking to repair or replace your deck, make sure your first call is to Carlos at Total Wood Preservation!

Professional from beginning to end. Helped us with refinishing our wooden wall at our Hillsborough…read moreresidence and barely created any dust. Highly recommend!

This is a well run business with lots of experience and expertise. The field crew which performed…read morethe refinishing of our deck was fast, efficient and skilled. The cost of work was very reasonable. I am set to have them come out every year and perform routine cleaning and sealing. You will not find a more qualified company to work with.

This is the second time having my deck done by this company. Fist time was perfect, I was happy and…read morehad no complaints. So this time, I went right back without comparing them to other bids; that was a dumb mistake. The quoted price was 30% more (well outpacing inflation...but I know construction costs in the bay area have been doing that). Did I overpay? I'll never know for sure. My bad for that one. The communication could have been better. This time just like last, Al came out and did the estimate and told me what work would be done. That was practically the last time I saw him. A different guy showed up on the scheduled day and started moving furniture. Some of it is heavy and he was dragging it. I didn't want any wood damage or lawn damage so I helped him. It was just him and me, moving all the furniture. Luckily I didn't have physical issues preventing that, but if you do...you might want to make other arrangements. I'm sure Al could have sent a second helper if I had asked. Second, their worker was nice enough and very diligent, but there was a severe language barrier. We only understood a few words from each other, and misunderstandings were common. That prevented us from clarifying several things like the furniture moving, timing of the second coat, and most importantly, color choice. He seemed to not have any info from Al about the job, and didn't know what color to apply. I told him to keep the same color, but he suggested a different one than we used last time. So now our deck is a darker shade than I wanted. He also said clear coat would be better; but couldn't tell me why and only suggested it after alerady starting on the...inferior...semi-transparent color he chose for me! Not horrible, not a deal breaker, but not 5 star yelp review service and communication!

I hired Itay and his team for a new deck with a tight timeline, and they finished ahead of…read moreschedule, making the process smooth and stress free. Itay was communicative , patient and offered good advice. I highly recommend them for their professionalism and reliability!!

We are absolutely in love with our new beautiful kitchen. Itay has been with us EVERY step of the…read moreway! We love his work on corner pantry redesign, storage capacity maximizing, and hard to reach space utilization. Every inch is now useful!