Eli from ESG Design has been exceptionally helpful. My retaining wall project sits in a critical…read morearea in Medina, and I had zero experience with this type of work, which dragged out the permit process. Eli not only led the design, but also guided me throughout the process with the kind of advice you'd expect from a friend. He's resourceful, knowledgeable, and consistently responsive. I wouldn't have been able to move this project forward without him. Truly appreciate his support.

Eli is a godsend! I stumbled across Eli's business while desperately trying to help my mother…read morerebuild her home after a total fire loss. I was nearly ready to give up when I found him. After our initial consultation, I knew he was the right man for the job. He became our PM, engineer, architect, permit expert, et al. He had a monumental task before him; including sorting out all the environmental issues, correcting/recreating work done by other contractors, finding solutions for issues neither of us had previously dealt with, etc. He saved us so much time/money. We now have an approved King County permit in hand and ready to build! This is entirely due to Eli's creativity, expertise and skill. We wholeheartedly recommend ESG Design. Eli, thank you!

I had Seismic Northwest install a reinforcing beam, drywall work, and electrical. They did a great…read morejob with the beam and the drywall work, the electrical was another matter. Long story short, I requested that all of the new connections be made in boxes that were accessible, such that if there is ever an issue, the connection points are easily discoverable and accessible. Despite the communication, the net result was that they left 2 hidden connections in the ceiling, and what's worse, they used 14 gauge wire on a 20 amp circuit. While communicating about the boxes etc, they were not honest on 2 different occasions; once where I had to push back for them to expose a connection that was hidden, and another time when I discovered the hidden connections they created in order to expose a connection in box. I had another electrician come out to fix the issues after I discovered the hidden connections and 14 gauge wire. Now, for what is worth, I don't know how much the issue stemmed from Rocky or the crew he had on the job. If they just did the structural work and the drywall, I'd easily give them 5 stars, but because of the unfortunate experience with their electrical work, I had to bring it down to 2 stars. If they just did electrical, I would have easily given then 1.

Just needed some help with design and engineering questions. They graciously spent 20 minutes on…read morethe phone with me answering them all. It was much appreciated.

After a tree crashed into our home during the November cyclone, we were left scrambling to find a…read morecontractor we could trust. We spoke with several, but John from J&C Contractors stood out immediately--and for good reason. John brings a rare blend of transparency and expertise. He doesn't waste time with fluff or sales talk. He tells it like it is--even when it's not what you want to hear--and that honesty was something I deeply appreciated. He guided us through the maze of the insurance claim process with clarity and confidence, making a stressful situation far more manageable. The craftsmanship was excellent. From structural repairs to finishing details, everything was done with care and precision. I'm genuinely happy with the quality of the rebuild. Just as important, John was communicative and dependable throughout. He kept us informed at every stage, explained options clearly, and made sure we understood how each decision would affect the timeline and budget. I felt supported and trusted him completely. If you're looking for a contractor who delivers quality work, communicates clearly, and truly has your best interests at heart, I highly recommend J&C Contractors. We'll absolutely be hiring them again for future projects.

J&C Contractors did an extensive renovation of our kitchen, laundry, and powder rooms. It was a…read moretotal "to the studs" (& beyond) project, and John and his team were fantastic to work with. This project involved multiple structural changes, as we moved load-bearing walls and pushed out an exterior wall to add square footage to the space, plus HVAC, plumbing, electrical, insulation, siding, windows, tiling, hardwoord flooring, cabinets and custom carpentry, painting, etc. We especially appreciated how John and Marcos would talk through options with us. They always gave us clear choices with an understanding of how they would impact pricing and timelines. We also really appreciated their flexibility when we decided to push out the exterior wall, which was a change to the original scope. John worked hard to get the engineer and city back quickly to approve the permit revision, and also was strategic about what work continued while we waited for that to ensure we weren't taking on unnecessary risk. The attention to detail is another thing the J&C team does exceptionally well - we had custom cabinets with a really complicated façade to cover a soffit, and the team didn't think the original plan looked good enough, so they basically built an extra piece from scratch to make the entire thing look seamless. For our window installation, Marcos came up with a brilliant idea for how to frame the window using the same stone slab as our backsplash and it's truly one of my favorite features. Also, I realize it seems like a given, but based on many other renovations we've seen, the fact that everything is perfectly level and centered is huge (even the cabinet drawer faces all line up exactly!). Finally, the team did a fantastic job keeping the area as clean as possible. This was critical as we chose to live in our house during the renovation. They would regularly inspect the plastic walls and make sure things were sealed well, plus they cleaned up after themselves every day and when the project was completed. Really fantastic experience, and we'll be hiring J&C for any future projects!

Tyson recently helped us with a structural consultation for a beam removal project. He was…read moreresponsive, professional, and gave us a very reasonable price. We really appreciate his help and would recommend him to anyone who needs help with their projects.

From the owner: At Tyson Engineering, we specialize in providing professional grade structural engineering services…read morefor residential projects, including new construction, home additions and remodels of any size and scope, foundation and structural evaluations for homes on the market, seismic retrofits, and all the other engineering service necessary to get our project the building permit it needs. Not sure if your project needs a structural engineer? Give us a call for a free consultation where we would be happy to discuss your proejct in detail. With 10+ years of professional experience in the Puget Sound region, we ensure your home is engineered with the most cost effective systems to provide reliable and code compliant performance, while reducing the labor and material costs of construction at every possible opportunity. We also pride ourselves on our respect for Builders and work closely with them during the construction process to help support their efforts by being as responsive as we possibly can to their "requests for information". Contact Tyson Engineering today to get started on your project and receive your free consultation.

Our condominium board hired J2 Building Consultants to help us evaluate the condition of our…read morebuilding exterior after years of one-off water leaks and general poor condition of our external cedar siding. The results of their initial envelope study showed us the degree of water intrusion problems which needed to be repaired. They were far more widespread than expected. J2 then helped us with recommendations on how best to fix the various building exterior problems. This involved a complete building re-clad including new windows, siding, deck surfaces and roof. J2 provided convincing arguments for both the board and all owners that, while expensive, the work needed to be done and that the final result would be a major property improvement. J2 helped with board with design elements of the new exterior and provided detailed plans for getting bids and selection of a contractor. They provided oversight of the construction work to see that work was done according to the detailed plan and worked with the contractor to fix work which was not done to plans. When work wrapped up, they were there to see that punch-list fixes were completed and that we as homeowners were satisfied with all the work involved. As a board member who was involved from start to finish, I don't know how we would have done this project without their excellent guidance and detailed planning for what needed to be done. I highly recommend their services to anyone out there that needs building repairs related to water intrusion. They are the best.

J2 managed a large scale remediation project for a community I manage in Bothell. We worked…read moretogether for about three years on this project and I HIGHLY recommend their services! They put in a great deal of effort and expertise to properly plan for a successful project. And it was successful - we finished on time and under budget!! Every step of the way J2 was attentive to detail and proactively protected us in many ways. They appropriately managed board and community expectations, had creative solutions for unexpected design flaws in the original construction and consistently provided field reports and updates. Their response to any issue or request was prompt. J2's team was professional, highly experienced, extremely helpful and always a pleasure to work with! I greatly appreciated their guidance and hope to work with them on many projects to come! Protect your investment by partnering with J2 Building Consultants for your community's project! Andrea King, President Pacific Condo Strategies andrea@pacificcondostrategies.com

Craig is a fantastic communicator. Initially he was unsure he would be able to help our HOA when we…read morefirst discussed the water issues in the foundation of one of our buildings. After thinking on it a bit, Craig said he would stop by and take a look. He identified the high water table under our property was the most likely the root cause of moisture in the building. He provided this consultation at no charge. After explaining a bit more of our concerns and surrounding developments, Craig advised it would take some time to dig into the details but would be willing to do the research and meet with the city to look into the possibilities of a higher than usual water table. He drafted up a scope of work, outlined his responsibilities, and provided a reasonable estimate. Once the papers were signed he wasted no time getting started. He did the investigation, met with the city, compiled the data, and explained it to the Board of Directors in a clear, easy to understand presentation. He answered all of the questions we had and was extremely patient and easy to work with. Craig provided the HOA with 2 action items to help alleviate the rising water under the building and prevent possible flooding. He even offered to address the city with the Board of Directors to explain our concerns in the correct jargon. Craig and JEC Services are highly, highly recommended.

I found JEC Services on Yelp to help conduct a study and report on why a drainage curb and fence…read morewere failing on my property boundary. JEC Services conducted a on site review, agreed to the work statement and quoted the cost. Next step was the on site analysis and data collection. Then the report draft and review with the customer was fantastic. The final product was completed and delivered in a timely manner. JEC Services is very professional, respectful, and communicative with the customer needs. If I need to have a final drawing to build the new concrete retaining wall I will hire JEC Services. I highly reccomend JEC Services engineering experitise for forensic analysis and construction consultation/services. Thank You!