DMD renovated completely my office . Before they renovated my house, excellent jobs !!!!

How lucky we were to find DMD! We can't thank them enough for the fantastic work that they did for us - and for bailing us out when we most needed help. We started a major remodel with a fly-by-night contractor (now out of business) that duped us and left us with a real mess. Mac, Krystian, and Jan were willing to come in and rescue us from our nightmare. What a relief it was to finally be working with a team that was not only so solidly professional and competent, but such a joy to interact with! Over the course of the following year we came to appreciate the craftsmanship and attention to detail of the team and their subs. The project progressed smoothly and efficiently due to their effective management. Communication was direct, easy and straightforward. It's not just that they are honest people; they are real, down-to-earth, and clearly take pride in doing quality work. With the energy to go the extra mile to make sure things get done right. Months after our project was finished, I called one morning about a minor issue that came up with the plumbing, and Krystian just magically appeared an hour later to fix it! That's the kind of commitment to customer satisfaction that I've witnessed with DMD. We are lucky to have found them, and to be able to enjoy their beautiful handiwork, now and for years to come. read more

Location: Mid Town Palo Alto Job Description: Full new construction, Three levels, 4200 Sq. Ft., including 1500 Sq. Ft basement, This review has been overdue. We've now settled into our new home, that DMD constructed, for the last 7 months. We are extremely pleased with every interaction we've had with Mac, Jan and Krystian right from contract signing to post-construction support DMD built for us a home that exceeded our wildest expectations, delivered on time in spite of being in the middle of the COVID-19 epidemic and came in almost exactly on budget. Let me start with the people first. With a large construction, it is like being in a relationship with the general contractor and with DMD, it felt like Mac, Jan and Krystian were family. Over time we can to trust them as the most honest, upfront and friendly people we've worked with. Mac is the consummate professional, a master of his trade and resourceful beyond belief. Krystian has an eye for detail and is not satisfied with anything but the highest quality of craftsmanship and finish. Jan is a phenomenal planner and advisor for selections and was the engine that kept things just humming along. When we were reviewing bids from contractors, many people, including our architect, warned us that the City of Palo Alto was notoriously difficult to work with. We had heard horror stories about projects stalled because of objections from the City. Mac and team proactively spent many hours at the City Hall planning department understanding and getting clarification on all requirements and nuances. They built trustworthy relationships with the building inspectors as work progressed between multiple phases. Not a single inspection required rework. It was so smooth that we were incredulous about people calling the city difficult to work with. Clearly it was a result of all the diligence that Mac, Kristin and team put in. What we loved from the get go about DMD was the complete transparency into the financials with an online tool named CoConstruct. The budgeted cost for each phase, the material allowance, the budgeted labor and the margin was all crystal clear. We clearly understood what the overage would be if we went with something that was beyond budget. When dealing with a project of this magnitude, that peace of mind was priceless. We have friends who were not so lucky with other contractors and felt like they were dealing with a black box. Not so with DMD. In fact, so impressive was the uprightness and honesty that Mac and team displayed that there were times when they even removed line items and reduced overall cost without us even asking. The subcontractors they picked : excavation, concrete, framing, plumbing, wiring, roofing, flooring, painting, stucco all delivered to exceptional quality under DMD's supervision. When we had late changes in plans (move a door, reduce roof overhang, steam shower, water softener system etc), the cost of the change orders was very reasonable. There was never a need to negotiate. Jan keeping track of every single detail and Krystian focusing on fit and finish were the key to bringing it all together. There were so many places where Jan and Kristin provided valuable design and selection advice. Our home could not possibly have turned out the way it did without this. After construction was well under way, the covid epidemic erupted. We saw many projects in the neighborhood completely stalled but DMD was able to quickly get the required safety gear and precautions in place and keep work going, other than the city mandated shutdown periods. There were highly acclaimed Palo Alto builders working on neighborhood projects from before we started and yet DMD finished the job, with exceptional quality, a few months before the others did. This was in spite of us taking our sweet time with selections for tiles, flooring, hardware and colors. And through all of this, there wasn't a single time where we felt rushed by DMD. All in all I would rate them 5 Stars on every single dimension. There are so many things that can go wrong with a project of this magnitude and we were blessed to have such an amazing engagement. I would not be surprised to see DMD as a prominent construction company of considerable repute in Palo Alto, Los Altos and Menlo Park over the coming years. Our very best wishes to them. read more

Mac and Kristian did an amazing job with the teardown and rebuilding of our 2000 sq footage home in a period of 10 months . After getting quotes from multiple contractors what made us go with them initially was the detailed and professional quote they provided along with the breakdown, down to the approximate costs of the bathroom fittings, lights etc that they would be providing, mentioning that they would refund / charge extra based on what we would end up choosing. Mac and Krystian setup biweekly meetings towards the beginning to understood our needs and guided us with the various stores that we could shop around, the frequency of the meetings increased towards the end as things picked up pace. All their technicians did a very good job making sure at each point that things were going the way that we liked it. Special kudos to the tile guy who took the time and aimed for perfection .Krystian was very good at monitoring the aspects of each and every job and if theres any correction they wouldn't hesitate to re do. read more

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VERY RARE TO FIND SUCH PUNCTUAL CONTRACTORS I found DMD Construction (Mac and Krystian) from a colleague's recommendation, and I can definitely repeat that recommendation. They have a very professional crew, with impeccable workmanship. We were on a tight schedule since we were waiting to move into our new home, and DMD were exactly on time in finishing the project. They also stayed very close to their estimated bid - another critical factor in choosing a contractor. During the construction, they were ready to discuss and listen to suggestions, and we did not have any conflict situation across a 3 month project. read more

We contracted with DMD General Construction to work on our newly bought house in San Jose. The work involved 1) Hardwood and Laminate flooring 2) Fireplace reconstruction 3) Electrical and data wiring 4) Plumbing 5) Work under crawl space to do cleanup and fix vents. 6) Tile work in bathrooms/laundry 7) Other miscellaneous stuff. What we found from the very beginning that the owner Maciej Wnorowski was a very difficult person to work with. His team was stretched out too thin. He would send all his workers to the other projects while our work went along at snails pace. He would never be present at the work site (he would have his employees working). It was very difficult getting hold of him to get status updates. Phones and emails went unanswered. His excuse would be that he was at a meeting. Since he never supervised any work himself, the quality of work suffered. We had to constantly prod him to take care of the little details: he would install a toilette but forget to caulk it. His workers kept constantly dirtying our newly painted walls. He said he would take care of it. He sent a guy to patch up the paintwork but it would not match. I had to call my painter back to fix it. He made a new fireplace, but the drywall around it was in such a bad condition that we could not paint over it. I had to call my drywall guy in to fix the drywall. When we asked about status update for part of the project (work under crawl space), he claimed that it was all complete. He didn't think anyone would actually go under the crawl space to check his work. But we did (I and my wife). And we took pictures of all the unfinished work and sent him copies. He acknowledged that none of the work was complete. After more than a month of project delays, we finally got everything done. I paid close to $18000 for the whole work. Once I paid him, he went totally dark. We found that some tile work and wiring was incomplete. I tried to for many weeks to contact him via email, phone and sms and got no response. I had to call him using a number he did not know about to get hold of him. He flatly refused to come and do any work and cut off the phone mid conversation. This guy is arrogant, unfriendly and very unprofessional. We would never do business with him again. read more

We hired DMD Construction to remodel two bathrooms. Our plan was to have new tile installed, along with new appliances (in-wall toilets, fixtures for the shower, bath and sinks, and one new sink. We received a number of bids and chose Mac's DMD Construction bid for several reasons, however the main reason was Mac had detailed exactly what we wanted to have installed. His bid was also the lowest which was a pleasant surprise. I believe we would have chosen his bid even if it wasn't the lowest. It allowed us to see the exact prices for each detail of the job. Therefore we felt that we could make changes and know exactly what price that entailed. The bathroom work that was done was far beyond our expectation. We had no idea that they would rebuild the walls (and therefore make them straighter), install insulation in the walls and completely redo the plumbing and electrical systems. It was an extremely pleasant surprise and well beyond what we were expecting and at no additional cost from the original bid. We have a skylight in the master bath and DMD installed the tile in a beautiful manner with very attractive beveling. They slightly changed the skylight tunnel and made it much more beautiful than we had envisioned. Every last detail was completed and when they left we were more than pleased and are happily showing off our new bathrooms to friends and family. I highly recommend them. read more

We are working with DMD on a partial remodel (adding a bathroom, remodeling the 70 year old kitchen, and more) and are living in half of the house while the other half is being worked on. DMD came very well recommended and their quote was competitive. Mac, Krystian, Jan, Karol and Beata and the rest of the team have proven to be honest, generous, creative, and responsive. We are also happy with the subcontractors they work with. As another reviewer said, we feel like we are in partnership with them. Nearly done with the first half of the house. I will post photos when it is done. read more

We added over 800 square feet and remodeled entire house with DMD. The project was easier than we expected including plenty of customized services. We appreciate attention to detail, plenty of great ideas and suggestions. This company has very good work ethics and integrity. Highly recommend. read more

We partnered with DMD for a partial remodel (kitchen, bathrooms, etc.) starting in Fall 2019. Working with Mac, Kris, Jan and their team was a fantastic experience. It felt like a true partnership and they continuously went above and beyond to ensure we were satisfied with the work and service. Additionally, as GC's, they have high standards with who they contract projects out to and it shows. All the subcontractors were true professionals and did a great job. We recommend DMD without hesitation and will look forward to working with them in the future! read more

This is a very professional team. Mac and Krystian are the founders of DMD general construction and they play different roles in my entire house remodeling project. It took me around 9 months including demolition, new foundation of 400sq Ft, new roof, new ceiling and everything. Their technicians, plumbers and tile guy are very professional and did a high quantity job at my home. The only issue is they are too busy and their quotation will never be low. read more

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We hired Mac's team to renovate one of our bathrooms. The project was completed on time and on budget. Everyone in the team is very professional and did a fantastic job. We liked them so much we plan to rehire them to renovate our other bathrooms. We especially liked how Mac gave us a detailed list of what the scope of the project was and how much each item costs so there are no surprises. When we had some issues with the fixtures we bought and needed time to repurchase, Mac's team were very patient and had no problem coming back when we were ready with the new fixtures. The result of the renovation exceeded our expectations. read more

I hired DMD General Contractors based on first hand recommendation from a friend and I'm glad I did. The job objective was to build a 'run-of-the-mill' pergola over our patio to provide some shade. I was very specific in terms of what I wanted built and Mac provided detailed quote that proved to be very competitive. That said the ultimate product delivered surpassed my wildest expectations. Without undue pressure Mac recommended some ideas to make this a special place to hang out. As I absorbed these ideas I began to realize that building a 'one-of-a-kind' pergola was the way to go. The end result is a custom-made (redwood) pergola with beautiful finishing touches, lighting, outdoor gas heater, fan and 50 inch TV and.... cherry on the cake, fantastic IPE wood covered fence, all of which increased the value of my home by ~$50,000 (independent valuation). From the standpoint of typical concerns, we had none. The job was completed on schedule and within budget. Mac was easy to get a hold off and quick to address any concerns we had. His crew is a solid team of professionals. There are those contractors that can take notes and execute well on what you want (DMD can do that no problem), but it takes a special kind of talent and willingness to go above and beyond to make sure client is truly happy in an effort to build long term relationships, that sets Mac apart from other contractors. DMD's value proposition is second to none and I have since recommended Mac to my friends who shared similar experience. read more

We are extremely happy with the people and work that Mac and his team provide at DMD Construction. They have helped us with two different homes over the past 6 years to remodel our kitchens, bathrooms, electrical, flooring, and cabinets. His team has always been helpful, friendly, easy to work with, and reliable!!! Mac is very honest and willing to do whatever it takes to make us happy. We will continue to use him in the future. read more

We hired Mac for a major reconfiguration and addition to our home. I am an architect and this was a bit of a dream project for me. Mac gave a very detailed estimate and was quick to answer the few questions that we did have. He started the project on time and stayed on schedule. He was available to meet us at our convenience. His crew were always on time, respectful and cleaned up well at the end of each day. He has great recommendations for material suppliers and was willing to pass on contractor savings. His own workmanship is excellent- he worked himself on the wood siding of the front porch,(photo attached) the cedar ceiling of the back porch as well as cove lighting which were my design throwback to Mid-century architectural style. Mac and Krystian supervised the sub-contractors and made sure that all parts of the job were upto their high standards specially in the finishes. Rudy was 'man of all trades' and always positive, helpful and able to perform tasks assigned to him at the same high quality. Erik, their painter is an artist when it comes to painting and finishing. Mac was helpful with input whenever we needed and one can easily see that he has a lot of experience and knows the work. As an architect and someone who would notice every detail in workmanship we would gladly recommend him for any projects. read more

DMD Construction helped us with our full house remodel last year and we would highly recommend them. Mac and Christian along with their team of subs were excellent, efficient, polite and enjoyable to work with. Most importantly they worked within our defined timeline and budget which was very important to us. Mac was always available and is an excellent and honest project manager - qualities that we really appreciated. If there were any hiccups, he would keep us posted and always try and find creative ways to problem solve with us. We have been in our home a year now and everything is working great. Mac periodically checks in which is so very nice. We are very pleased with the quality of work and would hire them again without a doubt. read more

We hired DMD General construction based on our friends reference and are so happy that we did. The team was very professional and good. The project was completed on time and with no surprises. Can't believe how smooth it went off. Greatly pleased and enjoying our new bathroom. read more

All we can say is attitude is condescending and communication was a huge problem. Overall -- a frustrating experience . The job was completed in eight weeks instead of three weeks with lots of issues. read more

Mac and Krystian from DMD General Construction rebuilt my home in 2018. The entire process of working with them was a very pleasant one. They worked with me from the planning phase and helped me smooth out the plan to make sure it will work out when built. The contract was very well laid out and clear. I had the options to buy myself or choose things like tiles, cabinets, paint etc. They took care of taking care of all my choices. The most important thing was that they always completed every step on time. My project was completed on time and we were able to move into the house. There were some small things that we identified after we moved into the house which were taken care to our satisfaction. I wanted to add a steam shower in the middle of the construction to one of the bathrooms and they took care of it for me without overcharging me. We met often during the construction process and I got great ideas from them regarding colors, positioning etc and also would take my opinions into consideration.They also installed a great home theater speaker system for me which works great Even almost 10 months after we moved into the house, we have no complains. They take care of some small things that come up up to a year after construction. I highly recommend them for your next construction project if you want very high quality work, great service and most important, timely execution, you have to go with these guys. read more

We contracted Mac to completely remodel our house. The work included: - Addition of two bedrooms and a dining area - Significant remodeling of the interior of the existing structure (walls, electricity, etc) - Reflooring the entire house with hardwood floor - Renovating our bathrooms - New stucco and exterior paint - Indoor paint - Etc. Mac provided the most complete and detailed quote that we received for the job. He committed to aggressive schedules and was willing to take a penalty in case of delay...the work was complete on schedule! Our personal experience with Mac showed him to be a very honest person, who goes outside of his way to meet his commitments and ensure that the end result is to the full satisfaction of his customer. We were very concerned going into the remodeling experience from the anticipated pain of working with the contractors. Mac made the experience as smooth as can be and we were extremely happy - not only with the end result but also with the way Mac handled the process from start to finish. BTW, we did have a few minor fix-ups that were required after the job was complete and we went into the house. Mac completed those with no problem/complain/issue. We have recommeded Mac to a few of our friends who were looking to do some remodeling work - all of whom seem to have had a similar and positive experience as ours. I'd highly recommend Mac to others as well.. read more

Mac and DMD General are a great crew! They are very responsive & get the job done quickly. They don't take shortcuts and ensure that everything is done with quality, including getting permits as necessary. If something is wrong or doesn't meet your expectations, Mac will come and get it fixed to ensure that you are happy. We moved into a new house and Mac's team did a bunch of stuff for us - a full bathroom remodel, carpet removal, new closet installation, and a bunch of other smaller miscellaneous items. Even 6 months after the work was done, when we saw a couple of small issues, Mac came himself and fixed it. You won't be disappointed if you go with DMD General. Good luck and thank you Mac! read more

We did a home addition (700 sq. ft.) and remodel (reconfigured most of the rooms in the house including a great room & master bedroom suite). Mac, Krystian and DMD General Construction did a fantastic job - they were very easy to work with. They did a high quality job that we have received numerous kudos from friends and neighbors. They also completed the project on time. This was a major undertaking for us and they made it very easy throughout the process. I highly recommend the DMD General Construction team; in fact have already recommended them to my friends and neighbors. read more

DMD remodeled our kitchen, laundry, and two fireplaces. Our project was relatively small, but also included some structural work. Like removing a wall and adding skylights. Mac was always available, always responded quickly, and always followed through on his promises -- from the day we asked for an estimate to the final day of the project. They finished the project on time (well, with only one short delay that was out of any of our control.) Mac worked within our budget and he was very clear about additional costs when we asked for changes. There were no surprise costs when we settled the bill at the end of the project. Everyone who worked in our house was courteous, friendly, and kept things clean. We stayed in the house during the work, so this was much appreciated. Mac made sure our family of four was comfortable living with the construction. He even came in on a weekend to hook up the kitchen sink early so that we would not have to wait until Monday for running water. We would happily work with Mac and his team again. They were a pleasure to work with, and they did great work. read more

Among all the GC's that we evaluated for our remodel, we found DMD to be the most flexible and easy to work with. They were OK to let us work with our own subcontractors for trades such as kitchen cabinets, HVAC, roofing, insulation and a few others that we wanted to. Other GC's were NOT open to such an idea. Their crew were all skilled at their trades, well mannered, full time employees and fully insured. We were very happy with the quality of their work. Mac and Christian were also very meticulous on their payment proceses. They would bill us on time and relieve us of all the LIENS as soon as we cleared them. After having had bad experience with our landscape constractor, we now appreciate the value of a clean payment process. DMD was also good at accepting their mistakes and open to working with us to fix them. E.g. we had issues with bamboo flooring in the entire house because it wasn't installed properly. They accepted their mistake and reinstalled the entire flooring at their own cost. Ability to accept mistakes, take reponsibility and then fix it in an amicable manner...these are the qualities that you should look for in your GC. We found DMD good at these and would strongly recommend them. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Mac and Kristian and other guys in the team. Mac came in to help me with a complete bathroom remodeling after the last contractor completely messed up the project (It was a long story, I had to sue the other contractor in small claim court and I won the judgement). Because the previous bad experience with the other contractor, you can imagine how nervous I was to hire another one to fix the work. Mac came in and totally impressed me and he was amazing from the beginning to end. First of all, he gave me a reasonable quote - unlike a couple other contractors I got quotes from, they jacked up the price as soon as they saw that they had to fix someone else's mess. Second, Mac's team came in everyday and on time to work for a whole day. Their attention to details and their work ethics is the best I've seen. Mac paid his guys by the hour, but he never rushed his guys for quick work. He sees the quality of work as the most important, so his guys took the time to make sure the work was done right. Also, there really is no hidden cost/fee from Mac. During the remodeling, it turned out that he needed to fix some electrical work that the previous contractor messed up, but in the end he did not charge me for this extra work. He could have charged me extra for this but he chose not to. I think he wants to maintain a good relationship with his customers. If I have more remodeling work in the future, I have no doubt that I will be going back to Mac. I highly recommend Mac and I would be happy to refer him to any of my friends who need to do any remodeling/construction to their home. read more

We have started our 700 sq. feet house addition project with DMD through a friends referral. Our objective was also to simultaneously redesign the entire existing space (open concept Kitchen, Living room, Family room with vaulted ceilings, bathrooms and all bedrooms). The owner ( Mac Wnorowski ) showed up to our first meeting already prepared with Ideas and suggestions. Through his connections the entire process of designing and executing plans for our "dream hose" was extremely smooth and expeditious, imagine having to deal with permits, city inspectors and representatives...This alone proved to be the most challenging part of the project, DMD made it extremely Easy on us... His team was very courteous and professional. Through the process very respectful to the neighbors and the neighborhood. However the most valuable to us was the contractors punctuality, attention to details and workmanship quality. Construction is a very fickle trade, things often go unexpected but with DMD we fell safe. The project was completed within committed time-frame and 15% higher cost vs. estimated budget, which is almost unheard of in the business. We are very satisfied and happy with the outcome, we love our new Home. I strongly recommend DMD General Construction to everyone who values quality and peace of mind.... read more

Mac provides excellent service and stands behind his work 100%. I wrote a review 9 months ago after Mac and his team completed remodeling work at my house. I was very happy then, and still am now. He had done a great job. 2 weeks ago I asked for a few color touch-ups. Even though it's been a while since the job was completed, Mac sent a painter right away to take care of the touch-ups. With Mac service is perfect and he values his customers and takes good care of them long term. read more

This is a follow up to former review. I am a former developer and currently a real estate agent for the last 9 years. I've had DMD work with several of my clients on a variety of remodel projects, all of whom are very happy with his work and his pricing. I've also had them do some minor remodel projects for me, and I've always been pleased with every aspect of the process. Because of my positive experience I selected DMD over two other quality contractors to fully remodel a triplex in downtown Palo Alto. My experience has been nothing short of fantastic and I look forward to working with them again on another project I have slated for August. The Palo Alto project was a big job. We virtually replaced everything: New kitchens, baths, doors, all plumbing, all new electrical, new hardwood floors, all fixtures, etc... a total remodel. DMD's price was competitive, the work was excellent, and they finished when they said they would so that I didn't lose any rental income that i wasn't expecting. The project went extremely smoothly, communication was constant and easy, and I'm extremely satisfied with the outcome. I will continue to use them and recommend them regularly. As I mentioned, I was a developer for 10 years in the 90's and have built and /or remodeled over 50 homes. I understand quality service and quality work and that is what was delivered to me through Mac and his crew. read more

DMD Construction does exceptionally high quality work. I'm extremely pleased with my recent baths remodel, as well as other home projects. We remodeled three bathrooms in our house with Mac's team, as well as cabinetry and fireplace work. We were referred to them by San Jose Porcelanosa store, as one of their preferred contractors. They performed the work as requested and finished all jobs to our satisfaction in in a timely manner.Their workers were polite and unobtrusive, we communicated well from start to finish.They were very meticulous in their work and really clean. We thought this remodel would be a nightmare of trash everywhere but it was the complete opposite. Mac was very attentive to what we wanted, he also offered excellent suggestions, and the communication with him was great throughout the project. They helped us purchase all the materials and brought them to the house. Overall a smooth and very good experience. We are counting on Mac on helping us with our future projects and I am happy to have found a contractor that earned my 100% trust. read more

We had a very different experience from the previous reviewer with Mac and his team. I wanted to make sure that our experience was also captured. Mac and his team did the following work on our newly purchased home: hardwood flooring throughout the house, paint the entire house, fireplace reconstruction, full kitchen remodel, gas lines, appliance installation, bathroom remodel. Mac was the ONLY contractor that provided an extremely thorough and detailed quote. He is very honest and fair with his pricing. His team was great. I was home during the remodel and can say that every member on Mac's team were good at what they did and great to be around. They were kind and hard working. Mac was always accessible to us and willing to go above and beyond to help us. I think that everyone wishes they had a contractor that only worked on their project 100% of the time, but that's not a reality. Mac did a good job communicating when work would be done. In the end, we LOVE our home and the job that Mac's team did. I personally found Mac to be a very trustworthy person and that alone is worth five stars. read more