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EmpireWorks Reconstruction

3.5 (30 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Services - EmpireWorks Reconstruction

Balcony addition

Deck construction

Patio, porch, or terrace construction or installation

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Bradley B.

Our building was in dire need of a paint job, not just for aesthetic reasons, but also for the structural integrity of the stucco. As president of my complex's HOA, I dad our property manager get three bids for the project. The project ended up including minor stucco repair, painting two coats on the buildings in the complex, and painting handrails, front doors, security doors, and garages. Our HOA decided to go with EmpireWorks because they came highly recommended from our property management company and because Tabor and James presented themselves professionally and knowledgeable when the surveyed the property with me prior to signing with them. Ricardo was our project supervisor, and Salvador was our foreman. They were both very communicative and easy to work with. Tabor, who did the initial walkthrough with us, was our project contact. She was great. Very responsive to calls, texts, and emails. Though I felt our project was rather simple, it still had plenty of hiccups (e.g., rain, changes to design decisions, etc.) and Tabor took each obstacle with stride. The end result was beautiful. The buildings look great. Empire Works responded to every critique we had and remedied problems immediately. I would work with them again, and certainly would recommend them to HOAs of other small to mid-sized complexes. Thanks Tabor, and everyone at Empire Works!

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It's extremely sad during these time to write a poor review for any company, but here it goes. This company was hired to paint our complex and if I could leave no stars I would. There was ample signage provided on what to do with personal belongings to avoid damage prior to painting, which was read and even followed up (by me) with a phone call to get clarification so my belongings would not be damaged. When I returned home the day my property was painted, not only was my property damaged, and CLEARLY caused by this company, but not even a note or phone number to apologize and follow up. After calling MULTIPLE TIMES/DAYS I had to leave work to catch a worker on-site to get answers. They broke/damaged multiple pieces of my property, satellite, rug, ripped my table cover and even got paint on my cushions. Mind you, I had placed everything in the center and covered with a tarp as instructed to per their instructions. When they decided to slide my satellite dish and break the stand, pushing it into my rug that caused the edges to hinge. My cable was out for 5 days. Upon pushing my satellite they pushed all my property on top of my table and ripped my table top cover. I contacted the company and all they are willing to cover is the satellite company fee to get my service back up and running. Complete disregard to other property and NOT ONE APOLOGY from this company. Their website claims "Empire Works cares deeply about each of our customers and projects" which is false, they care about money and ruining other peoples property with zero regard. if you can avoid using this company, you should.

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We have never had a project that is run do well! Jeff is amazing and he treats every owner will respect!

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You guys are doing a great job on my condo complex in Solana beach. Jeff is especially wonderful, taking care of everything. Thanks!

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“Painting is one of the major projects for an HOA and I am fortunate to have worked with this great company.”

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