Ordering our loveseat and couch covers was an effortless, efficient, and energizing experience. I called earlier that day to inquire about services, as my husband and I wanted to protect our new furniture from spills and our dog. The office manager, Estela, made the process truly seamless. She knew exactly what was required, provided an estimate within minutes, and worked within our budget. We value recommending excellent service, and we are very pleased with this experience. read more

Hillcrest Upholstery - The triple "E" office manager, "Estela" who brightened up our day! - Furniture Reupholstery Near Me - San Diego, California

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Edit: this is in response to the comment below. I honor the fact that you are a small family business. That being said, you are a part of a community. It is important that you know your community and you are willing to negotiate as a family business. That is what will keep your business alive. I was really excited over the reviews, saying how quick they were to get back, how reasonable their prices were, and how they were willing to work with everyone. When I asked them for a quote to re-upholster 17x20 dining room chair, they wanted to charge $75 a piece for 6 dining room chairs. No deal, no hourly rate; no negotiation whatsoever. Then they said that they would not do delivery because normally you can "unscrew" the seat of the chair. I'm sorry, but by the time I unscrew the chair and bring a bunch of those over to you with my own fabric, what am I even paying you for? This might be really reasonable for upper class people. They did say at this business that reasonable is relative and I would agree. I was not able to get my service done here because it is way too steep. They were cordial, but clearly exclusive. read more

It's been a while since I reupholstered pieces. I have a gooseneck rocker that I was never a fan of the fabric. And our previous cats really did a number on it. So I saved up and bought my favorite fabric for this special piece. The rocker was from my grandmother as a gift for having our first child. All four of my children have been rocked to sleep in it, and now my grands. My previous upholsterer from 30 years ago is no longer in business. So I gave yelp a look and Hillcrest Upholstery was extremely well recommended. They are quick to communicate which is very uncommon these days. They gave me a fair price so I decided to run with it. We brought our rocker in with the fabric, had a short consult. They let me know when it would be ready and we left. They finished it earlier than expected and it's beautiful. Excellent craftsmanship on their part. I'm so excited! I have five more pieces I will be taking to them as I have time to find the fabric I want. read more

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I had a a 45 year old leather bean bag with a tear around the seams. Process was easy from the yelp message and dropping it off for repair. Bonus was the actual work was completed faster and for less than the estimate! read more

My beloved 3-piece vintage Mid-Century Modern couch had been in terrible shape due to decades of neglect. Office Manager Estela sat down with my daughter and I to advise/assist us with selecting the appropriate upholstery materials to breathe new life into the couch. Every staff member encountered at Hillcrest Upholstery provided exceptional customer service, proactive communication, and top-shelf quality workmanship. The prices and turn-around time were reasonable and competitive. The delivery team even arranged complimentary pick-up of the old couch and delivery of the "new" couch. A very good experience from start to finish - would rate it 10 stars if I could! Am incredibly happy with the finished product and will return to Hillcrest Upholstery for all my future upholstery needs. read more

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Found this company on Yelp. 8 dining room chairs needed minor repairs to the underside fabric and two couch seat cushions needed new foam inserts because they were sagging after several years of use. They picked up our furniture, did the requested repairs, and brought them back in a very timely fashion. After return, we thought that the new foam we had selected was not firm enough. I took the two couch cushions back to them, requested foam that was one step firmer than what we had originally selected, and asked them to redo them. Had this done within one working day. When I went back to pick them up they did not charge me for putting in the new, higher density foam even though the first foam they used was what we had selected from the options they offered. I was frankly surprised that they didn't charge for the new foam. Very happy with these folks and will definitely use them again for similar jobs. read more

I just wanted to jump on yelp and let people know these guys emails quickly and answered all my questions and gave me a quote. The will help you with your projects too. Sadly, I couldn't afford it right now. But when I am ready I will get back to them. read more

Accidentally ripped my couch cover and the zipper came off. I came in to see if it could be repaired and Pedro took it back and 3 minutes later returned with the cover sewed and the zipper on good as new. I asked how much and he said, not to worry about it, that it was nothing. It was obviously something because I couldn't have done it myself. Super grateful for the unexpectedly amazing and gracious service!!! read more

Loved working with the family. They provided outstanding customer service and totally transformed our wingback chair. Nothing but the highest praise. read more

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This was a SUPER simple process. We sent them images of our very sad sinking couch that needed some new stuffing as well as a new sleeper mattress inside. They gave us a price with multiple options based on what we think we needed. We picked an option and gave the thumbs up. We picked a time to drop off our sofa cushions and threw out our old mattress. Process we quick, simple and they charged us the exact price they quoted in store. Parking was a bit tricky but we found a spot across the street. This may be more difficult at a later time of day. A few days later we got our cushions delivered back to us as well as a new mattress and showed up 5 minutes earlier than the anticipated delivery window which was great for us. They put the couch back in order including mattress and asked for us to test it before they left. The cushions were revived and looked brand new. All in all a 10/10. They made it super easy for us. We are more than happy to recommend them for future upholstery work! read more

They do quality work at great prices and very quick service. I recommend them unconditionally. It's a family owned business and they are just great people. read more

They re-upholstered three benches we have in our breakfast room and did a great job. Got them back to us sooner than we expected. Very happy with how they came out! Thank you! read more

Hillcrest Upholstery - Before re-upholstering. - Furniture Reupholstery Near Me - San Diego, California

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I've seen and passed by their El Cajon Boulevard location numerous times but didn't have an opportunity to utilize their services until recently. When a large leather chair of mine needed a new seat cushion and springs after years of wear, I decided to stop in. The cost estimate was free; the price was reasonable; their work (based on the samples in the shop) is outstanding, and the turn-around was very timely. I couldn't be happier with the outcome, and I look forward to returning in the future with any additional upholstery needs that I may have :-) read more

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Wow! My 30 year old Hancock and Moore recliner looks like brand new. It was challenging, but Estela, Miguel and the Hillcrest crew made it beautiful. I'm so happy with the final product. Hillcrest is a first rate organization and I highly recommend them. Thank you read more

I couldn't be happier they replaced the foam seats in my 9ft leather sofa. Which incl pickup and delivery. Very professional, family owned business been in SD a long time . read more

Hillcrest upholstery reupholstered a vintage Plycraft chair and ottoman for me. From start to finish they were easy to work with, competitive with their pricing, and very responsive. In addition, their turn-around time was very quick: months faster than many other upholsterers I contacted. I'm extremely pleased with the results, and would highly recommend Hillcrest Upholstery. I will definitely return to them for future projects. read more

Hillcrest Upholstery - Completed reupholstered chair. - Furniture Reupholstery Near Me - San Diego, California

OUTSTANDING -- what quality, integrity, and value! In need of an upholstery team that will put you first and bring new life to your old furniture? Hillcrest Upholstery is ready to take on the project and leave you grinning ear to ear! This small, family-owned business is a rare gem, devoted to customer service through every step of the process, and we are absolutely thrilled with their efforts at our house. When I realized our patio cushions were suffering dry-rot, I was afraid that having them reupholstered would be a complete budget-cruncher. But when I started seeking quotes, I could instantly tell that Hillcrest Upholstery was the right team for me. Office manager Estela set the pace, e-mailing me back estimates for five separate quotes within hours, not days, and answering each of my questions in full detail. She offered a level of friendly expertise that left me confident the company wanted my business and would ensure we were pleased with the results -- no game-playing over details (zippers, welting, piping), no extensive wait time or "we'll see" attitude, no hidden costs...just straightforward pricing, streamlined processing, and excellent communications, start to finish. Then came pickup of my goods -- for free, no less. Upholsterer Miguel (brother of the owner) led the transport, and his forty years of experience came shining through. Since several of our cushions had buckled and needed trimmed, Miguel set about taking measurements to ensure precision for the new set, including curvature and slants. He and assistant Enrique (the owner's son-in-law) were extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and concise, calling before their arrival and easily walking me through the details of the project. Next was the reupholstery itself. In providing an initial assessment for my extremely large job (involving 38 cushions/pillows/covers), Estela had mentioned a potential processing time of around two weeks. When pickup occurred on 6/21, that scope was narrowed to 7/3. I then noted that I'd need to schedule on a different date due to holiday plans, and instead of delaying as I offered and expected, they accelerated their work and diligently had my entire order back to me by 6/29, taking only eight days start to finish (including weekends) and decreasing the turnaround time by almost half...wow! They also called, on the Saturday of delivery, to see if they could arrive about an hour ahead of time because they were "running early" -- a phrase I wish I heard every time I had a vendor coming to the house! The team's agile, polished craftmanship is incredibly impressive in its own right -- my furniture looks fresher than it has in ages, I spent considerably less than I would have buying new, and their work carries a five-year guarantee -- but Hillcrest Upholstery offers so much more than that. It's about being a locally owned company that exhibits extraordinary initiative, puts heart into the process, and takes true pride in doing the job right and eagerly satisfying the customer. My thanks to the whole Hillcrest Upholstery team for their exceptional efforts and trustworthy service! read more

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Seems like a family business. Great customer service from beginning to end. Had a chair cushion restuffed and zipper fixed. Excellent work! Very happy with it. read more

Hillcrest Upholstery did a fantastic job re-upholstering my couch that had been damaged by my cats. Every aspect of the service, from beginning to end, exceeded my expectations. Silvia responded promptly to my initial inquiry, provided clear instructions and a clear quote, and kept me informed every step of the way. She took the time to help me match the original fabric as closely as possible. They offered free pick-up and delivery back to my home. The delivery crew was prompt, efficient, and careful. Finally, the quality of the upholstery work itself is outstanding and my sofa looks brand-new. As a bonus, they completed the job a full week ahead of the original promised delivery date. I was very impressed and will be bringing them additional furniture to re-upholster! read more

Amazing gem! Hillcrest Upholstery were able to breathe new life into my vintage Henredon dining set by recovering the seat cushions. The work was impeccable, very fast, and incredibly priced for such amazing craftsmanship! read more

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We loved working with the family on this project. They were professional and extremely helpful in providing us with an amazing final product. The work was done to perfection and was done in a timely manner. Can't recommend enough. read more

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The whole team is great, starting with Estela who responds to emails in a timely way and is on top of things. The quote was competitive. Quick turnaround and an impeccable sewing job: my recovered cushions are as good as new. Thank you HU! read more

They reupholstered our patio furniture cushions. Professional service. They did top notch work and their prices are very fair!

Good quality and my chairs look like new now. The turn around was fast and easy. I recommend it.

We used this company for making new cushions on our patio furniture in 2018. They still look great and we have not even covered them. They are exposed to sun and rain but look amazing. We decided to address the furniture on our front patio and literally, the old cushions look as good as the brand new ones. The foam and material are holding up excellent, well worth the investment. Pictures are of the new chains I just brought home, they look beautiful on our porch which is a 1923 Craftsman. So happy with the work we just dropped off dining room chairs to be reupholstered too. Thank you!!!!! read more

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We needed the zipper repaired on a sofa cushion and they did exactly what we needed! Super easy, super friendly and well done

I cannot say enough positive things about the team at Hillcrest Upholstery. They helped restore our leather sofa after our dog severely damaged one of the armrests. The team was professional, courteous, friendly, and knowledgeable from start to finish. The quality of the work is exceptional. The sofa is like new. The craftsmanship is incredible, and the team went above and beyond to find an exact leather match to replace the damaged section. I am extremely impressed and will be returning for any upholstery needs I have in future. I cannot recommend them highly enough. read more

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I could not be happier. They were fantastic my furniture looks incredible. From the moment I called to receiving the estimate to pick up through delivery of the finished pieces they were the best shop I've worked with in 35 years. Just moving to San Diego I lucked out. My family pieces finally look fresh and sharp and modern . Huge change from the aged and worn 70's upholstery that I couldn't stand. You made life more comfortable. Getting rid of the down eases my allergies big time. Thanks again Hillcrest !!! R read more

I had such a great experience with all the employees at Hillcrest Upholstery! I originally brought in my couch that my cats scratched ..they did such good work I ended up getting my ottoman and chair done ! The prices are a flat price ,no additional fees (pick up & delivery are included ). Very professional and work and email response are very prompt ! I plan to get my chaise done and I'm definitely using Hillcrest Upholstery! I highly recommend using them ! read more

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Excellent business! I had a cushion for a window seat made. It was beautiful and the job was completed earlier than expected. Very professional and the cost was very reasonable. I highly recommend Hillcrest Uphostery! read more

I am not the type of person to rave about products or services or businesses. And I rarely write reviews, either positive or negative. This is an exception. I like leather furniture, and have had over a dozen pieces re-upholstered by Hillcrest Upholstery. They might not always be the least expensive, but my items have been PERFECT. I kid you not. It's like having brand new furniture. The lead upholsterer is truly a craftsman. One tip to keep the cost down is to provide your own leather or fabric. Take your next upholstery job to Hillcrest Upholstery. You will be thrilled with the result. read more

Needed to have a sofa cushion cut down in size. I sent them a picture of the cushion, they were able to give me a quote online. I took the cushion in and they estimated a three day turn around which I thought was ok. To my surprise it was done the following day. I was impressed with the customer service, the fast turn around and the quality of work was excellent. I would definitely recommend Hillcrest Upholstery. read more

Absolutely fantastic job. We had a three cushion couch reupholstered 20 years ago in La Costa. We thought the couch looked fine, but Hillcrest Upholstery made such an improvement. The seams are straight, the fabric is tight. We are very happy! read more

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Excellent, timely, and reasonably priced. My couch needed the zipper replaced and was done within less than a week.

Excellent upholstery services. Friendly staff, fantastic quality work at amazingly quick speed. Will definitely use them for my future upholstery needs read more

Kudos to Estella and the team at Hillcrest Upholstery !! The price was right in line with what we expected for craftsperson work and they did not disappoint !! Our newly finished barstools look BETTER than new. Oh.....and did I say they finished the work in under the time they quoted? Thanks, M & A read more

I had a very good experience with this local business. They communicated well, we're flexible and did a great job on my vanity. The turnaround was awesome as well. I had it completed in January but just now posting. I would highly recommend. read more

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We've used Hillcrest Upholstery several times now & they are second to none! Most recently we had a black faded club chair with swivel reupholstered in a beautiful blue (stain & fade resistant) faux suede which Estella helped me choose. We were wanting to match the sky color in a large canvas print we had. Not only did the color match perfectly but the job they did on reupholstering was phenomenal! This chair was brought back to life-we absolutely love it. We have since moved 70 mi away from San Diego but will happily make the drive down there to get anything else we need reupholstered in the future! read more

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Did a SUPERB job of applying genuine leather to my favorite computer room chair! Replaced padding as well. Highly recommend this business!

Nicest neighborhood business. They helped me repair an armrest of a weight machine by gifting me the materials I needed for this small project. And it was after hours! I will definitely be back with all my upholstery needs. Such a kind, family run business. So happy to have stopped in here. Thank you! read more