I cannot say enough great things about Marvella. From initially dealing with Mike, to Krista in the…read moreoffice, ending with David supervising the job of the many skilled carpenters. We initially hired them to build a shed/workshop. Work was done with such skill and precision that we immediately hired them for a restructure of our deck, screen doors and stairs leading to the deck. Everyone we have dealt with is very knowledgeable and all have made great suggestions to help complete the projects to our overwhelming satisfaction. Pictures don't even do it justice. Both projects are now done so we have begun planning a much needed plumbing issue fix and bathroom remodel. This company can literally do it all. . This company's biggest strength is their communication. Calls, emails and texts are made and returned. Schedules were set and kept. So refreshing. I often wonder why companies don't treat their customers the way Marvella treated us. They will have our business for years to come.

Marvella's toxic relationships with clients continue. Despite having a invoice from them showing a…read morezero balance they have refused to engage on email about removing a mechanics lien they placed on my property and have threatened specious defamation lawsuits over accurate online reviews. Avoid them at all costs!

We have had now two projects completed by SGS Builders, and the work completed by Steve Sanders,…read moreEnrique, and crew was nothing less than outstanding. Several years ago we hired Steve to remove a load bearing wall to create a large open family room. Steve completed the project in record time and it looked perfect. In Mid-2018, we decided to add 1,000+ Sq Ft to our home to create a new Kitchen, living room and dinette space all in an open concept. What I had in my head was placed into a design by Steve and built exacted as we dreamed. It has now been nine months since the project was completed and we couldn't be happier with the finished project and Steve's work. The space looks great and we have had no problems with the workmanship. Everyone who has seen our new space has the same reaction, Wow, who did this work? There were so many complexities to this project which included the removing of a fireplace, raising a portion of the house that had settled, splitting the HVAC system to install an upstairs and downstairs unit, new plumbing, fixtures, adding a new section right next to an existing pool, the list goes on and on. Steve thoroughly planned each and every phase of construction in a timely and professional manner. To add to Steve's burden, my wife and I remained in the house throughout the 120 - 160 day construction period. We made a very large investment in our home and Steve was the only one we trusted to complete such a large project. Steve has outstanding project management skills as well as his vast experience in construction will keep any project on track. Steve and his crew were onsite 1 June through Mid-September and we had zero problems with the construction or crew. The subcontractors Steve's works with he has known for years and they are very good. We have found Steve's pricing to be fair, competitive, and honest. I would not hesitate to hire SGS Builders, Steve and Enrique, again. They are outstanding to work with and we couldn't be happier with our two projects completed by Steve.

SGS Builders! Remarkable deck re-build (585 sq ft) at my residence last week by SGS Builders…read more Managed (and personally completed) by boss Steve Sanders and his employee Enrique, the finished effort across 4 days turned out simply beautifully. Steve is a solid professional & honest as the day is long. He delivers an excellent product with splendid attention to detail and to the important Virginia deck-building code. Price was excellent! I'll recommend SGS Builders without hesitation to anyone with deck-construction needs. Web address: www.sgsbuilders.com. Tel: 703-791-3417

We hired Sam, the owner, to finish out basement which included a full bath. He came out and…read morediscussed what we were looking for and came back with a very reasonable quote. We decided to go with Sam after receiving 5-6 quotes ranging from 5k to 25k different in final prices. Sam's quote fell closer to the lower end. It took exactly one month to complete the entire basement. During this time, Sam was always on site and ready to answer any questions necessary. He was reachable by text or phone during almost all hours of the day. I am extremely pleased with the final product. Like almost all major projects, we encountered numerous hiccups but Sam always had an answer and did so with us in mind. He is honest and ethical and I would hire him for any future projects we have.

I decided to do renovations on my entire main level of my house plus included one part of my…read moregarage. The project officer with his cat like instincts did an amazing job redesigning our house . He was very knowledgeable, kept with the time scheduled and stayed close to budget. Any additional costs was due to me changing some things and he accommodated me while considering the budget I was working with. He was able to give us much needed advise and most of all, very friendly. Not only was he friendly but all his workers were as well. Any promises that were made by him were kept. I would highly recommend this company if you are looking for any type of renovations.

4 years into my home and zero complaints. Customer service is beyond outstanding and you literally…read morewon't find a better company or persons behind it to make your dream home come true. I really don't want anyone else ever touching this house for improvements or renovations because my level of trust is SHOT from being burned by other contractors. Do NOT hesitate to contact this builder.. in fact, DO IT NOW. :)

For a first timer venturing into a custom built home, I was super impressed with how easy these…read moreguys made it. Communication was great and my spouse and I really felt like we could trust these guys throughout the whole process. Building a home can be overwhelming and even a bit scary but there was a great amount of support and sharing of knowledge every step of the way. As I sit at the kitchen island of my new home, I am grateful to have chosen John Robb Custom Homes as my builder.

This letter will serve as my very high letter of recommendation for real estate agent and broker…read morePhilippa Main. She assisted my brother and me with the sale of our parents' home in April 2022. I have worked with many real estate professionals on several transactions over the years and can say with confidence that Philippa is one of the best I have ever used. Philippa has the qualities that make her an extremely successful and effective agent. We found her extremely knowledgeable and well-attuned to the super fast-changing market of early 2022. She was always attentive to our concerns and very responsive to questions, often responding immediately no matter the time. She showed great attention to detail enabling the sale to be made in less than a week. Our mother had recently passed away and we were raw with grief. Furthermore, we live in California, so it was even more important that we could rely on someone like Philippa to take the reins from beginning to end and that is exactly what she did. She was able to interpret and solve all the questions pertaining to our mother's Trust without the need for outside lawyers, and this was a great convenience to us. We also feel that we got the highest price possible for the house based on her pricing strategy and advice. Philippa exceeded our expectations in every way. The sale went very smoothly and we closed on time. I would not hesitate to recommend Philippa to anyone in need of a listing agent or for the purchase of a home. We interviewed three other agents before deciding on Philippa and she did not disappoint. Every detail was perfect, from the fantastic professional photos, the listing description, to the impeccable transactional aspects leading to the close of escrow. In a nutshell, she is a top tier professional, intelligent, tenacious, fun and talkative, bright and conscientious. If you need an agent/broker then hire Philippa Main. You won't be disappointed.

When getting our property ready to sell in Florida, we worked with Philippa. She was extremely…read moreknowledgeable about the market and helped us price it appropriately. She has one of the best response rates and follow through that we have experienced in our history of buying and selling multiple homes. We would recommend her to our friends and family for sure!

Good at building the house and getting the job done. Office staff was very helpful and…read moresuperintendent was great.

Apparently, I was supposed to initiate the 11-month follow-up, and I did not. Therefore, disregard…read morethis portion of my review..........this is my last post on Mitchell Homes. Purchasing a new home is a huge investment/commitment for most people, and I am only presenting my experience with this company, so potential customers can make an informed decision. Per Mitchell Homes, I was supposed to have an 11/12 month visit to correct any issues since the competition/closing of the house (nail pops, drywall cracks, etc). To my knowledge, I haven't been contacted by them. It really doesn't matter to me as I wouldn't let them or their subcontractors touch my house. It just makes me wonder why. Did I miss the phone call, email, or text about this? Or did they not reach out to me for another reason? I don't know the answer.

Do not build a home with these cheap builders. They claim to build million-dollar homes, but in…read morereality, they cut corners and use cheap materials. When you question them or bring up concerns, the owner becomes aggressive and even degrades women -- completely unprofessional and disrespectful. Don't just take my word for it; ask any plumber or electrician who's worked on one of their homes, and they'll tell you the same. I found out the hard way, and it's ended up costing me thousands in repairs and fixes. Save yourself the headache and go elsewhere.

I just bought my new home from Augustine. They have been fantastic at each step of the process. It…read moretook longer to build than originally planned, but you know... COVID.... Lots of material shortages, but they did a fantastic job of working with us to make sure we really are getting our dream home. Treat them like a partner, and they will treat you right. I highly recommend them for the biggest purchase of your life.

My wife and I are incredibly happy with our new porch, designed by the talented and professional…read moreKurt West. It was a modest project as far as home remodeling projects go, but Kurt still gave us his full and undivided attention, which meant a lot to us. He patiently answered and provided a quick response to our (many!) questions about the design and construction process, personally visited with us on multiple occasions to go over draft designs and flooring/roofing/coloring samples, and was extremely helpful in working with our structural engineer and construction contractor (since we had some foundation and drainage issues that were also being repaired). His design advice, based on his many years of experience, was superb, and he actually ended up saving us tens of thousands of dollars based on his input on our concurrent foundation/drainage project. Kurt is a true artist, and a really nice guy as well. He did an amazing job for us, and we can't wait to work with him again on our next remodeling project. Thank you, Kurt!

From the owner: West Workshop Architects is an award-winning contemporary architecture and design studio focusing…read moreon residential, commercial and public art projects. Kurt West, a registered Architect, founded the firm in 2017 and provides leadership in project design and firm operations. The firm's collaborative design process translates clients' desires into unique, practical and enduring solutions that exceed customer expectations. The firm operates offices in Alexandria, Virginia and Raleigh, North Carolina.