From the moment we reached out to Jamie's Kitchen for an estimate to the final days of our kitchen remodel, they were nothing short of professional and responsive. We knew immediately we had found the right person when we met JR in person and did the walk through. JR helped guide us through the process of picking our appliances, cabinets, tile, floors, and countertops. His suggestions were always helpful and he always helped send us in the right direction. We are not design experts, so it helped having someone with such amazing expertise and experience. Their team was professional, courteous, and clean. Always on time and quick, yet proficient. As tiny problems popped up, JR and team were always responsive and came immediately to solve them. In addition, JR would send text updates almost every day with pictures, even on the weekends! We still can't believe how flawlessly everything came together. In the end, this is our dream kitchen and it came out better than we could've imagined! Thank you Jamie's Kitchen and Bath. read more

Getting quotes for remodels can be a stressful process. Seeing eye to eye on how you want the design to be done can be challenging and stressful as well. Throw in sub contractors coming to your house everyday and you might as well guarantee that life during the remodel will definitely change. However, JR's attention to our style, needs, and wants made this all the more positive. Including that, his quote was honest and fair. He was able to bring out my wife's ideas to fruition. On top of all that, the crews that he brought into our home for the duration of 2 months were hard working, honest, and generally nice people. Although there were some minor hiccups, as this is common when you are doing as much work as we did, JR was able to relieve that stress through his prompt communication and immediate remedy to fix the issue. Overall, JR puts his full effort and is ALL in to please his customers. His advice on the design of our remodel from suggested paint colors to types of tiles were stellar. Daily communication and reliability were definitely exhibited. We knew what to expect because the plan was always shared daily and executed. The schedule of completion was right on target as predicted from day one. I've heard horror stories from friends when they did remodel work at their home, and I can truly say that there are no serious horror stories to report here. I 100% recommend Jamie's Kitchen & Bath for your remodeling needs! read more

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Trust me, they are the BEST. We had master bathroom & kitchen remodel with JR and his team and by far the most skilled, respectful, clean and trustworthy general contractor in LA. I worked with many other contractors for our property and the experiences with all of them were always near nightmare after spending so much money. On the other hand, JR, Angel, Junior, Catriona and all other people from Jamie's Kitchen & Bath are so patient, detail oriented and kind. The price is unbeatable. JR got a great taste in design, style and trend if you ask him opinion. He also has really good merchant networks that you can purchase with discounted price like tiles, appliances and so many more. Don't look further. Just go with them and you will not regret. read more

Jamie's Kitchen is the best. This is the second whole-house remodeling projects we did with JR; one for my son's home and the other mine. Initially, my wife and i have some fears on the project as we don't have any experience with home design but JR guide us confidently throughout the project with great ideas and recommendations. He is very patient, helpful and fast response to all our needs. Most importantly, the complete renovation takes about a few months and JR update us on the status each week. His team of professionals delivered high quality of work. I will definitely use Jamie's Kitchen and Bath for any future renovation! read more

My project was a small bathroom remodel project with uncertainty that I would be able to find a contractor interested in taking on this small job. A couple of contractors came, measured and provided pricing that included all materials not yet selected from their suppliers. At Jamie's Kitchen and Bath, was surprised to learn the company has an in-house designer who gathered information, discussed style scheme with attention to conforming with the style of the house, and a preliminary rendering. Next, a visit to their showroom to select materials before finalizing pricing. Comparatively, Jamie's K&B pricing was lower than the bids from the two other contractors. Also, had a feeling of confidence for Jamie's K&B that I did not have with the other two contractors. So very happy with the professional and high quality workmanship with the team at Jamie's K&B. The owner JR was hands-on throughout the entire process with daily check-ins on the work and updating me on what's next with clear explanations and expectations . JR has an eagle eye in suggesting slight changes regarding placements and on-site improvements based on what the site actually presented after the demo process. The fabricators, the installers, and trade specialists were exceptional, working diligently and left no mess when done. I highly recommend Jamie's Kitchen and Bath. Their attentiveness, attention to details, always staying on top of the work in progress, and communicating every step of the way are refreshing attributes not often heard of most contractors except JR and his team, including office designers, at Jamie's Kitchen and Bath. read more

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This is a review during the COVID-19 pandemic and unfortunately had a poor experience with them. We were searching for contractors to remodel our master bedroom/closet. I took the time to draw detailed diagrams, and sent them pictures. It would take multiple e-mails and phone calls to get back responses. When I do get a response, they would say they would review the project and get back to me. I wanted to give them a chance given their highly touted reviews as seen here, but after 2x weeks of patiently waiting, they never replied back to me. Confidence in communication and trust are my most important factors when considering home remodeling, and Jamie's Kitchen lost mine. Maybe my project did not fit their typical projects or they were too busy, but the very least they can do is reply back with status updates or that they cannot do my project. I ended up with a different contractor, but wasted 2x weeks here. I rarely give 1 star reviews, but their poor communication justifies this. Maybe others will have a better experience, but I would not recommend them. read more

We feel so blessed to work with JR Mariano for our ADU construction in Monrovia. It has been our dream of building an ADU in our property for 10+ years and we have heard so many stories about different experiences family members and friends have had with their contractors. We are so happy that we worked with JR and we would 1000000% recommend him to family and friends! He is professional and easy to communicate with. In the beginning of our construction every detail was made clear; during the construction JR was always one step ahead of everything which made the project as flawless as possible; and in between JR helped us make adjustments what we needed and advised us on the best options. He and his team are exceptional! JR's expertise really made THE DIFFERENCE! Thank you for helping us with our ADU construction journey! read more

It was a pleasure working with JR and his team on fixing and remodeling our master bathroom. Our bathroom shower was causing water leaks and mold damage to our bathroom walls and flooring. From start to finish, the bathroom project and remodel ran smoothly and efficiently. JR provided a game plan and timeline to reconstruct our shower with proper waterproofing. He also helped us to decide on how we wanted to remodel our bathroom within our budget. He communicated effectively providing regular updates and what to expect next. He and his guys got the job done in a timely manner and with attention to detail. The service they provide is top notch! We would not hesitate to get them on board for another home improvement project. read more

JR and his team completely transformed my home from a worn out bique 80s tile and badly installed bamboo flooring to an elegant living room, dining room and dream kitchen. JR is like a brilliant composer, seamlessly delivering talented perfectionists to complete each phase of the project. Any concerns or nitpicks I had were quickly and professionally addressed. Chris and Angel were wonderful with helping on extra requests. JR's kitchen design was chock full of thoughtful details and I could not be happier with the results. The project was completed on a lightning fast schedule. read more

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JR is thorough and utilizes a team of pros that show up on time and are accountable through and through...JR possesses a wonderful skill set and pays attention to the details...in addition, his scheduling and operating efficiency ia second to none...I highly recommend JR and his team for any of your construction needs... read more

I was referred to JR by a friend. What a find. The first project JR did for me was a complete kitchen remodel. I gave him an idea of what I wanted and he exceeded my expectations. The time frame of the project and cost were exactly what he quoted me and the quality of the work was exceptional. The second project JR did for me was an ADU from the ground up. Every city inspection passed the first time. When the project was completed he again exceeded my expectations. Can't say enough good things about JR and his company. read more

Excellent, exceptional and impeccable! We are beyond grateful that we got J.R. Mariano and his team (Jamie's Kitchen & Bath) to work on our main ADU and junior ADU constructions after a very thorough research and after getting quotes from five construction companies. Yes, we did our due diligence of course coupled with lots of prayers for guidance and wisdom. We hoped for a hustle-free and stress-free process on our ADU projects since we have very busy work schedules. Jamie's Kitchen & Bath did not disappoint. One of the best decisions of our life indeed! J.R. Mariano is a man of integrity and character. He is very hard working, honest, professional, and detail-oriented which we really like. We super love the quality of his work and his suggestions are all brilliant. All our inspections passed with flying colors despite how strict and detailed the inspectors are in our city. That says a lot! Though it's supposedly a six to eight months project since we are building two brand new units - a three bedrooms two baths main ADU and a studio junior ADU, J.R. Mariano and his team is able to finish the project in four months period. That's really amazing! I would like to note as well that while our projects are still on-going, my neighbors, friends, and other extended families (cousins, aunts, uncles, etc.) have chosen Jamie's Kitchen & Bath for their projects as well. Some of them have bad experiences in the past from other companies or other contractors who couldn't finish the project or who didn't meet their expectations or who deceived and cheated them in different ways. Though their projects are still in the works currently with J.R., they are giving us feedback that they are already impressed with him and his team. They are speaking very highly of him and are excited for the outcome of their current projects. We are not surprised. In a heart beat we would recommend J.R. Mariano and his team. They exceeded our expectations. At the end of the day, we did not only meet a very good contractor whose work ethics is admirable, but we gain a good friend whom we now consider a family. Thank you Jamie's Kitchen & Bath! The word "thank you" is an understatement really. * The Rapinan-Tanyag Family * (Alhambra, Ca) read more

I have used Jamie's Kitchen and Bath three different times and each time, they had great suggestions, did excellent work, fixed anything that needed fixing, and price is fair. I am using them right now on a project. read more

My partner and I purchased our first home at the end of 2020, and were referred to Jamie's Kitchen & Bath by a colleague shortly thereafter. JR and team did an excellent job renovating 2 of our dated old bathrooms into clean, modern designs. Being first time homeowners, the process seemed intimidating at first, but JR communicated fully with us every step of the way, and helped us navigate complicated design and fixture choices. Their employees and subs were all professional and courteous, and the work was completed on time and in budget. We're very pleased with the results, and look forward to working with them again in the future to renovate our primary bath and kitchen. I recommend them without hesitation. read more

In November 2022, having hired Jamie's Kitchen & Bath in the past to perform a complete renovation of our large kitchen in a 100-year-old Spanish Colonial residence, followed in later years by the compete renovation of two bathrooms, we moved into a smaller home. Again we reached out to the company, this time to completely renovate an addition to the house that was used as an office into a bedroom with a half-bath. Across all three projects, JR Mariano and his trades completed the work on time, below budget, with utmost courtesy, and well beyond our expectations in terms of the quality. At our former home, the kitchen and bathrooms blended perfectly with the Spanish Colonial aesthetic. The new bedroom constructed in our current house, which was gutted to the studs by the previous owner and beautifully renovated, perfectly complements the design. We've owned several houses and always had problems with quality and service. The contrast with Jamie's Kitchen & Bath is startling. read more

I've contacted several contractors for home renovation prior to putting the property on the market. My goal was to find a competent contractor who could transfer this property to contemporary style with the best interior design within a limited budget. JR was the only one who came with the quick proposal to show me/owner(via Facetime)  how/where to improve the home. He made a list of what he wanted to do with 3D design. Quickly, the owner decided to use him. Through 1 more month of renovation, he explained and showed me what progress he has finished early morning weekly at the spot according to the schedule of contract. I think he searched everywhere and worked very hard to pick up the best materials for cabinets, tiles, flooring, lighting, faucets, shower hardware sets, handles and hinges with good looking and matching the colors with the whole property. He has a great taste for beauty! It really satisfied the sellers and buyers. The property received multi offers in a few days after hitting the market and sold it over the asking price.  I could not thank you enough to JR and his team members for making this happen. I would recommend to my friends using him. read more

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Worked with JR on what was to be a short-lived project that ended up being more than a year. Unfortunately, we parted ways mid-project. There was a gap in leadership between the contractor and subs that led to substandard results. Wall tile was laid improperly and settled unevenly, and had to be demolished and reinstalled by another contractor. Water valves leaked and were installed incorrectly with cold and hot in the wrong locations. Floor tile was laid unevenly so that the seams did not line up with the walls. On more than one occasion, the workspace was left a mess between visits. They cut tile in the garage that made an incredible mess with massive dust that went inside the washer and dryer and required service. All in all, JR is nice guy and initially was well intended, but not sure premium installations are his sweet spot. read more

these guys worked on both my kitchen and my brothers kitchen. they had a lot of materials to choose from and digitized the design on PC to help visualize the design of the kitchen. He gave me a great deal. They are affordable and very accommodating in fixing any issues during and after the remodel. i noticed a few slight flaws a month after the remodel and Jamie right away sent his people to fix the issue without a problem. He cares about the customer satisfaction and it shows. the timeline of the project was laid out so you would know what to expect for the week. The payment plan was scheduled on the contract as well, so that you aren't surprised by an unexpected payment, because some worker needs to get gas or something. ( yes its happened to me before with other contractors) A separate handy man will be required to handle the appliance installation, plumbing, patching, painting and electrical work if you require any of that. i had my friend who is a professional plumber and his team handle those jobs. The whole kitchen from the design to the material came out way better then i could have envisioned. I would gladly recommend Jamie and his team. They know what they are doing, and are very accommodating to your requests. read more

I am big on reading Yelp reviews but I rarely write them. I found Jamie's Kitchen Cabinets on Yelp while I was researching contractors to remodel our galley kitchen in our condo. Working in a customer service environment, it was important to me that reviews online reflected how they treat and value their clients. JR was quick at returning calls and was very easy to work with to come do an estimate. After they came to take measurements, my husband and I drove to their showroom to view the 3-D model and get an idea of what kind of cabinets and finishes we wanted. Their quote was significantly lower than other contractors- with better service and follow up. The guys who came to do the demo and the installation were very professional and courteous while working. They arrived promptly everyday and stayed right on schedule. I was at work when the base cabinets and upper cabinets were installed, which took a whole day's work. When I came home from work, I wasn't crazy about the height of the upper cabinets from the floor. I felt bad because I wanted them lowered and I knew that would take several hours of more work. I spoke with JR late that night and he assured me it was "no problem" and that the guys would "take care of it". Talk about CUSTOMER SERVICE. Overall, I had a wonderful experience with Jamie's Kitchen Cabinets. Everyone from the people he has working in the showroom, to the guys coming to do the work was so nice and respectful. JR's follow up is absolutely AMAZING. They came in right on budget and actually delivered MORE than was expected. We are now starting to save money to have our bathroom remodeled next year- and we plan on giving Jamie's a call. read more

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Going with Jamie's cabinets was the best decision I could have possibly made for transforming my kitchen. Price, materials, installation and service cannot be beat!! The installation was very smooth and fast. They use different teams for granite, cabinets and tile, which is good because they are all specialized. They are all on time and worked hard. I was able to leave the keys with them and they came in and out with no incident. Demolition and installation of everything was very meticulous and clean. JR came by for a site visit after the cabinets came in and was very communicative as to what was finished, what time the installers were coming in. But most importantly, the quality of the finished product is excellent. The cabinets were all plywood boxes, no MDF anywhere and the granite installation looked great. Installation was very detail oriented. I have one counter that was seamed so well that it looks like a single slab. JR and the team are very good to work with and if you do encounter any problems, the team will be sure to fix it. These are straightforward, honest guys who are anal about kitchens. They are also very accommodating. I should also point out that they did not charge me for any hidden extras or surprise costs when the work was complete. My only complaint is that the kitchen looks so good, it's making the rest of my place look damn cheesy!! I predict a trip to Sears in my immediate future, since my cheapo stove sticks out like a sore thumb. I will absolutely be back for my bathrooms. Thanks Jamie's Kitchen and all the Yelpers helping me find this gem! Also, they do free in-home estimates so call them! You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. read more

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This is long overdue! Let me start by saying there's no one I'd trust more to work on my property or recommend than JR! His professionalism, attention to detail, work ethics, and style is none like other. Between working on my mom's master bathroom, remodeling our property, and being HOA President, I've had to work with a fair share of contractors. Most will give you an overpriced bid or a really good price but you constantly have to chase and manage them. JR's prices are fair and reasonable. You get quality products and great craftsmanship. Here's what to expect: 1) JR is not Jeff Lewis or the Property Brothers. Therefore, you need to tell him what sort of style you like. He'll give you recommendations and draw out a plan, but ultimately, you choose everything from the color of paint you want on your wall to tiles and fixtures. 2) Your project start date will likely start 2-3 months from when you sign. JR is a very sought after guy and he doesn't like to do more projects than he can handle. He's about quality over quantity and would rather have his client's full attention to ensure the work is done correctly and up to standard. If you're not happy with his work, he will work with you to resolve any issues. 3) Attention to detail. Ok, so he has a few tile guys that aren't as great as the others, so make sure you check their work. But other than that, JR's design are always well thought out. From the height of your shower to the alignment of your tiles and even the positioning and length of a bench you might want installed in your shower. JR always takes the extra step of putting himself in your place to see how you might use or see these. He's not just a Yes man. From his years of experience, he tells you what does and doesn't work. 4) Professionalism. If he says he'll be there at 1, he'll be there at 12:55 or he'll let you know ahead of time. A lot of contractors will give you a window and show up at the very last minute IF they even respond to you. This should already tell you what kind of person you'll be working with. I can go on and on about JR, but I think you get the point. If you want peace of mind and a great job done, he's worth the wait. read more

The quality of the work speaks for itself . I had my bathroom remodeled , actually TRANSFORMED by Jamies . Let me just say that the quality of craftsmanship and attention to detail will blow you away . A sorry few people have left negative reviews about Jamies without actually doing business and finishing a project with these guys . Well as a customer who has had a projected completed and paid for with them I must say I was satified. Here is what you get with these guys : 1. Honest design advise - they will tell you if your vision is off or needs to be made more feasible for cost reasons . 2. They won't cut corners, they do everything properly ( if you want to cheap out on a remodel then Craigslist is always there people ! ) 3. They told me two weeks to complete the project , it's was done in 7 days . 4. The owner personally came down and helped with the project making sure everything looked great and was hands on in getting the work done . 5. They are not the most expensive or the cheapest , they gave me a reasonable price and used top notch materials . We are planning on doing our guest bathroom and kitchen with Jamies in October of this year. read more

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JR and his team recently finished some work at my parent's house and it looks amazing. My parents had their floors done and now nothing squeaks when I walk around the house. No dips, no grooves. None of the other contractors that my parents and I have worked with come close to JR and his team. They're punctual and they get the job done. They will not work on your house and stop halfway for another project. They were there working on the house from the beginning till the end. The thing we appreciated the most was the customer service. He doesn't complain or offer excuses and will explain clearly what will be done and by when. You can always get in contact with him directly or his office and will never have to hunt him down like other contractors. No mickey mouse work here. I highly recommend JR and his team. read more

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They are the best when it comes to remodel, additions, etc. This is not the first time I used them and will definitely not be my last time. JR came and did an excellent job in my project. I needed a pool to be demolished, garage to be demolished and rebuilt, complete renovation and addition to my property. The project was completed on schedule as promised. You know he is good when the city inspector requested his business card to refer to his other inspections. The project site was kept clean with no complaints from our neighbors. In terms of the workmanship, it was excellent. His design with lighting, color, and overall design and layout were exactly to our liking. Communications were also excellent. We have weekly on-site meetings to discuss what was done and what the plan is for the upcoming week. We were well informed with the status of our project. He was also very accommodating to our last minute changes. He is not just a great contractor, but a great designer. read more

This is our first project with JR and his team and certainly won't be the last. We employed JR and his team to remodel our newly purchased 1500 sq ft. condominium and they worked professionally and diligently throughout the entire process. We're first time home owners and with minimal to no knowledge into the home renovation industry we came upon Jamies Kitchen and Bath randomly by walking into their showroom. After a conversation with their team, they immediately instilled a sense of trust and assurance that we did not receive with any other business. JR and his team guided us through every level of the renovation process including planning, design, demolition, electrical, painting, cabinets, doors, floors, trimming and any other procedure you can think of. He was also very hands on through the process and addressed any and all of our concerns. Not only was his team very professional but the workmanship was also of high quality. They were also able to finish the whole project from front-to-end earlier and even set time aside to work on small issues for other units around us. We are VERY happy with the workmanship of JR and his team and if you're reading this review, I HIGHLY recommend Jamies Kitchen and Bath for their services! read more

My husband and I recently went through an extensive renovation on our home with Jamie's kitchen & bath. My taste is very particular and I pay very close attention to details -especially when it comes to my own home. JR and team really impressed me. Their cabinetry and tile work is top notch. They do what it takes to make it perfect for you! We had other subs working on other areas of the house and could definitely see the difference in quality of work. I also want to say that it has been a pleasure to work with JR and his crew. He is very accommodating and level-headed. Every construction project is bound to have hiccups but JR always pulls through with his great ideas and solutions. We now have our dream home all thanks to JR!!! read more

JR and his guys just finished remodeling my whole house. JR acting as my contractor and my designer literally transformed my extremely outdated and poorly built 1987 tract home to a beautiful home that is the envy of my neighborhood. The work was extensive, removing popcorn ceilings and painting, converting 2 tubs to walk-in showers, enlarging master shower and putting in a stand-alone tub, putting in wood floors, changing all the doors, putting in a closet in the bonus room, and you should see my kitchen! I can just go on and on, but I will just let the pictures speak for themselves. All that work only took them 9 weeks. My family was living in the house during the whole remodeling. JR is incredibly competent and organized. He met with us each Saturday for updates and I just communicated with him through text or pictures if needed. If there were any issues, and there were very few and minor, he would always say "don't worry, I will take care of it" and he did. If you have a remodeling project, and they are busy at the moment, please just wait for them if you can. You will not regret it. Thanks JR and friends for the amazing work!! read more

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Hired Jamie's to build a commercial restaurant and they did an outstanding job. The Owner JR new exactly what we needed and came up with a great game plan to build our restaurant perfectly to the plan. His team is thorough and efficient. He gave me great advice from beginning to end. read more

IF YOU WANT QUALITY WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE PRICE, LOOK NO FURTHER. My wife and I had our kitchen completely remodeled 2 years ago by Jamies Kitchen Cabinets. The workmanship was Outstanding. We were having issues with a guest bathroom. We called Jamies and JR assured us whatever issues we were experiencing, he would help us get it fixed. Needless to say, he helped us pick out tile, bath fixtures, and seamless glass doors at an incredible price. Today our bathroom project was finished. Completely satisfied with the Amazing results. JR cameover and after his maticulous Q/A of our bathroom work, he touched up a handful of our kitchen cabinets that needed a little :TLC" due to our 88 year old father's misuse of our new kitchen. We look forward to using Jamies Kitchen Cabinets for our next bathroom remodel. Thanks read more

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A dear friend of ours who recently worked with JR from Jamie's Kitchen and Bath, highly recommended him for our single family home remodel. After talking to several other contractors, we found JR to be the most responsive and had many word of mouth recommendations. After checking out a couple of his finished works, we finally decided go with him for our project. From day 1, we have been very pleased with the service he and his team have provided. He made sure he understood what we wanted and worked within our budget without sacrificing quality. He was at the project site daily and sent me photos everyday of the progress that was made. He communicated with us everyday and reported what the expectations were for the day or week. They made sure that they left the place clean at the end of everyday. He was very patient and very accommodating even when we made changes to the initial design and made other requests. The quality of the work was excellent! He also only used durable and high quality materials and the price he charged was very reasonable. These days, it is not easy to find a contractor that you can trust, who values customer service, quality of work and who will not nickel and dime you yet we found all of these and more with JR and his team at Jamie's Kitchen and Bath. read more

Hella expensive! I stopped by this place with my buddy who is a commercial architect managing Disney projects. He asked "so how much is this kitchen per lineal square feet?" The salesgirl was reluctant and said "well these are custom so they are pricier. We have a more affordable option...." And he repeated the question. Finally, she said...you ready for this..."$1000 per lineal square feet." :o !!!! Oh.my.gawd The highest end at Lowe's with bells and whistles (talking all wood, soft close, built-in organizers, under mount sink, installation, warranty, etc) is half the price. My architect friend told me...way too expensive. This is the guy who buys an Aarnio Eero plastic chair for $4K! read more

It's been a year since JR (the owner) worked with our kitchen and boy are we glad it is over. It was a ton of work and...scary because it's not everyday you redo a kitchen, and once it's done you can't really change it without significant costs. At the end of the day, we went with JR's team because of their attention to detail and we are glad we did. **Quick edit, it doesn't have to be a lot of work. You can also just opt to let JR handle everything. I wrote a lot of stuff but feel free to skip to the summary at the end. First, I'm in real estate so I have a particular way of doing things which makes me a pain in the ass as a customer. I haggle, I do tons of research, and nitpick over everything. Did I mention I brought in a lawyer to review the contract too? JR still put up with it. I chose custom cabinets, the most expensive option. There are cheaper options though. If you're seriously thinking about doing a kitchen, you need to understand the different types of pricing "tiers" out there. The poster comparing JR to Lowe's is comparing apples and oranges (Lowe's simply does not even offer custom cabinetry). I spent 2-3 months getting kitchen quotes from all over -- here's what I've learned. First, your budget will dictate what materials are in your price range. There are 3 big groups for materials. 1. Pre-fab MDF kitchen. Factory made, compressed pieces of wood (think of cheap Ikea furniture or the laminate counter-top from your cheap college apartment). 2. Solid wood pre-fab. These are solid wood, but made in the factory so you'll have to play Tetris and fit their preset cabinets into your kitchen. 3. Fully customized wood cabinetry. Kitchen is made to fit your kitchen exactly. Within the above types, there are different tiers of pricing depending on the quality of labor you're getting (is it a licensed contractor vs some dude in the Home Depot parking lot). JR is a licensed contractor that does high quality work -- this is where a large portion of where the costs come in. The difference between high quality labor and low is this: Low quality labor may entail cabinets that don't sit flush to floor, molding that bulges outward, an unbalanced sink making water pool in a corner, and other parts of your house have been damaged by careless workers carrying around tools. Oh that accidental damage on the wall? Low quality contractors will suddenly become "too busy" to come back after the job is done to fix it. These...are all real stories I've dealt with previously. Those looking for cheap labor and cabinets for a low end investment property or a cheap flipper, you are in the wrong place. JR's is really a place for moderate to high end homes. JR's team, from the cabinet guys to the counter-top installers, are top notch. I ordered a custom created marble counter-top. The guy who fabricated the counter-top was OCD, and was methodical in choosing how to cut the stone Our custom shaped counter was beautifully cut and joined together from different slabs. Matching the slab cuts so that the patterns line up is pretty key. He spent a good amount of time polishing the stone before and after install as well. The cabinet team worked hard to make sure that all cabinets were perfectly level, flush, and painted flawlessly. They were very careful to make sure the other parts of the house were not damaged. You'd be surprised at how easy this happens (droppings heavy tools on tile, moving a ladder and scratching a narrow hall, etc.) - JR's team has very high standards. Cabinets that may have been damaged on delivery were replaced or repaired without question. **EDIT** This is probably why custom cabinets must be installed by JR. There are so many adjustments (some major) even after it's installed. Could end up in a situation where contractors blame each other for mistakes (mistakes always happen in large projects). Many of you are considering Ikea/Lowe's. I didn't go with Lowe's/Ikea because the workers in the store seemed completely disconnected from the cabinet installers. It's difficult to assess the quality of the installers. This does not mean they're bad - I just wasn't a fan of their system. One important note: JR is very rough around the edges and can be harsh at times especially during price discussions. Don't let this phase you, he means well. I'm not surprised that some posters were put off by this. Ultimately, I went with JR because I felt that that level of pride in his work and passion is something I knew would reflect in his end product. I'm here for a great kitchen, not a yes-man who under-delivers. In summary: JR offers moderately to expensive priced services, from pre-fab to fully custom solid wood custom cabinetry. You're not just buying the cabinetry, but a high level of craftsmanship from his entire team, attention to detail, and post-project services. JR can be rough around the edges, but don't let that deter because he really takes pride in his work, and it shows in the end product. read more

"JR" has posted the same owner response twice so I am assuming they want a response from me. Yes, you have the right to refuse service, limit your customer load, etc. HOWEVER, when I emailed a detailed scope of work, including pictures and blue prints, when I gave detailed information over the phone, etc. I should have been stopped from the get go. Then, when you still came out, I should have been stopped when you saw it first hand. Yet, I still had to wait for the quote that never came, but was promised and then I had to be told no construction is done by you. YET, your website clearly states you work with a contractor for your construction. I am sure the cabinets are great and I wish we could have worked together. But this company needs to learn how to communicate efficiently and effectively. read more

It was a great and enjoyable experience with JR and his team. I had a clear vision about how I want to remodel our bathroom. But it was really hard to find a right contractor to execute this vision. I interviewed several contractors. But, they all somehow tried to discourage my ideas. I was so frustrated because nobody was helpful at all. That is when I met JR. When I showed him a photo of bathroom showing the image I liked, he immediately said, "Let's make this bathroom! I like it! Beautiful!!" I was so happy when I heard this, because nobody was so enthusiastic about making effort to make what I wanted. When I was wondering where I can find the tiles I wanted to use, he just said, "Send the photo of the tile to Anna (his assistant; she was also a very helpful assistant!). We can find that for you." Everything was just like this. I just had to show him what I wanted, then he did the rest of the work. He said to me after everything is done, "Yuko, you did a good job! You designed this, and I just executed it." I had a vision, but it was JR who designed the details with professional experience and insights, and beautifully executed it using his people. The construction skills JR had were excellent, but what I liked the most about him was his honesty, professionalism, and easiness to talk to. There are not so many contractors you can truly trust. JR is the one. JR, thank you very very much!! I really like my new bathroom (and everyone who sees the bathroom says, "Wow!! Beautiful!!"). I'm looking forward working with you hopefully sometime soon!! read more

This review is based on their customer service and poor communication. I was excited to see all the good reviews and decided to go to the showroom and get more information for our kitchen remodel. We went prepared and provided a detail diagram with all the measurements, did not want to waste anyone s time. We told them we only want the custom cabinet material but we dont need installation since we are currently working with our contractor and they can install for us. The lady told us that since this is fully custom cabinets, they only provide service with installation. We were okay with it and wanted to know the price. The lady said they will reply to us with a quote in 3 days because she has to run it by the owner. This is very understandable. So 3 days passed, a week passed... still no reply. I realized that they will never get back to us. I was like, okay maybe they are not interested in our project. So i called a month ago to get a quote for countertop slab. The same lady told me she would call me back in 5 minutes. And never get a reply back. This company is very unprofessional. I rather them telling me that they only want to work on certain projects, than promise to get back but no reply at all. How can i trust a company like that. Yelper, scroll down to look at all the bad reviews before decide to talk to them or not. Don't waste your time. Updated after their comments to my review: I also appreciated your reply, but your reply was false. 1) if you read my review above, i stated "The lady told us that since this is fully custom cabinets, they only provide service with installation. We were okay with it and wanted to know the price." 2) thank you for remembering i called in for the counter top. the lady asked my phone number before hang up, and if it was not the case, then she should have asked my number before she told me i will call you back in a 5 minutes?. Anyways, i am sure your company can provide very good cabinets and that s why so many of us come to your company for inquiry. however, if you cannot take constructive feedback. then don't use yelp. Yelper, if you read all the bad reviews, you will also noticed one thing in common, is that they all received poor service and/or communication before even get to the their product. read more

This review is long overdue. I had my two bathrooms remodeled by Jamie's back in March. I was so overwhelmed looking for the right designer with the right crew. This was my first time so I was so skeptical with the entire process. I sent Jamie's a message through their website and I got a call a few hours later! (That was quick!) I didn't know how the process worked since it was my first time, Anna explained everything step by step and was so informative. I sent over my measurements and received a 3D design at no cost!! It was difficult for me to meet in the office due to my busy schedule, but they accommodated through email and phone. I sent over pictures with what I envisioned and they were extremely helpful with this process. John came over to do a double measurement and was amazing! He answered all my questions (I had a long list of questions!) When the construction began, I was a little worried about the project not finishing on time. I was pressed for time because I had guests staying over. Jamie's crew did everything great and understood my time-frame. John oversaw the project and was at the house every day! There were a few bumps during the process but John & Anna got it fixed very quickly. After all was done everything turned out beautifully! I was so thrilled. I'm using Jamie's for my kitchen next! read more

Earlier this year my kitchen suffered a flood that ruined my whole downstairs including my kitchen cabinets. I shopped around for cabinets and although I did not end up going through Jamie's cabinets I still wanted to comment that they were very courteous and professional in helping me with my needs. The showroom was great and the cabinets they sell are very nice and high-end looking. Anna helped me pick out a cabinet and Ravi came by to make measurements and I was very happy with their service in helping me. However I was unable to go with them since I was trying to follow a strict budget that my stingy insurance company gave me. As much as I wanted to go with Jamie's Kitchen Cabinets, I as a first-time homeowner and a Real Estate agent I had to forgo the great looking cabinets as it would not be the best investment for my starter home. Thanks again Jamie's cabinets for all your help, I will definitely contact you for my clients and for my future home when I have a bigger home and less budgetary and design constraints. read more

Dropped by here recently to get an estimate done on a full kitchen remodel (with a 60k budget) and he was rather expensive. Yes he came up with pretty good designs and has good ideas and taste, but I didn't find his prices to be anywhere competitive. He was probably 20% higher then anywhere else. The craftsmanship of his cabinets weren't all that great either. The shaker doors he sells are like 2 piece construction rather than 5 (a true shaker door has separate rails and stiles but his didn't). The doors that Home Depot carries are built way better. I found him a little arrogant and snooty, but maybe that's because he's a designer. He has a personal butler that serves you drinks and waits on him hand and foot always standing by at the ready with his hands politely folded. I found it neat and funny, but sort of felt bad for the guy. Had I went with him I'm sure the service would have been excellent as he has good attention to detail and appears to have his game in order. But I didn't think his pricing was all that great. Then again maybe it was because he knew my budget and figured I could afford it. read more

I only have great things to say about JR and his team especially the office staff. First off, you will not hear the words "I only work on projects at least $50,000" like I did from other stuck up designers around the Pasadena and San Marino areas when I was interviewing beginning of this year. Sky and Cody are quick to respond whenever I email the office and JR's communication with me was consistent. He would literally tell me the step by step process of what would be done next. He made it easy since he also owned the construction side of the company as well. So from the demolition to the painting of walls was all done through Jamie's. He recommended a wholesale appliance company which saved me a generous chunk of change. I'm grateful for all their hard work and highly recommend them especially if you're local to Pasadena and have an older house. Thank you to them, I'm in love with my kitchen and don't hate it like I used to! read more

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Great quality & customer service! Couldn't be happier with my custom European vanity and counter top! Jr and Anna were great to work with! Definitely will do business again in the future and highly recommend them to family & friends! read more

Jamie's Kitchen & Bath - Absolutely loved working with JR in designing my custom bathroom vanity & countertop! Great customer service & friendly staff! - General Contractors Near Me

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