Recently carroll construction put in some porch stairs of me…read more The job was meticulous and the company was a joy to do business with. I would highly recommend this company.

In short: Tom and his team are fantastic and turned our 2/1 into a 3/2 with a full basement in…read moreabout 8 months. We wanted to add a bedroom, bathroom and basement to our house and had heard about Tom from other Alameda residents and family who had had some work done in the past. He is well known for basements and foundation work here in Alameda, but our project had it all- new bedrooms, decks, roofs and everything along with it. Tom and his team was able to do it all turning our 2 bedroom, 1 bath into a 3 bedroom, 2 bath with a large daylight basement, all while we were still occupying the home with two young children! They finished very close to the estimated timeline with excellent workmanship. We were very impressed how quickly they performed the demo and framing, getting everything enclosed well before winter. Our new bedroom and bathroom have been a dream and our basement is an awesome.

Working with Athos was a Joy! Our home had some serious water damage from our upstairs neighbors,…read moreand Athos walked us through every step he and his crew could take to restore our home. He was easily reachable and if we found some material at a different price was able to match. Our home looks amazing and our son loves his restored room. I've been telling other neighbors about the great work these guys do.

We interviewed several contractors for this job of renovating a closet and chose RH based on our…read moreperception of their understanding of what needed to be done + price. they did a great job in an efficient wa. I'm giving them five stars for that plus their good communication and an overall high quality of customer service.

Piotr and his team built a 450 sq. ft. master suite and laundry room addition for our existing 2/1…read more We absolutely love our "new" 3/2 that matches the style of the existing home. We really couldn't imagine working with another contractor for future projects. His team was respectful, creative and hard working. They appeared to use higher grade building materials than the other projects we see being built around town. They're finished the project within their estimated completion date during even though it was complicated by an extremely wet winter. We had a couple of minor miscommunications but nothing unexpected for a project this size. Piotr responded by making the appropriate fixes and changes.

Our project was to build an ADU in place of our detached garage. Not having done anything like this…read morebefore there were a lot of things I didn't know or needed to think of. We had plans but what do I know. They were approved. Piotr and Jesus and all the team were a pleasure to work with. They helped us navigate the work and provide vital information based on experience on how to get what we wanted within the guidelines of the city. Plans are just plans until something has to be built so be flexible. Piotr and team are really flexible and reasonable.

Highly recommend this company for earthquake retrofitting! Tony was so helpful in guiding me…read morethrough the EBB program to receive grant money for the project, and the crew did excellent work. Very professional and courteous. Everything was done on time and as quoted with no delays at a very reasonable price!

The Great (+2 stars) ==========…read more * The structural work: Our home is on a great, new, solid foundation (with shear walls), so we feel as safe as we can be in our home for an earthquake! * Our basement is also now more usable. * Drainage: There is now drainage around the foundation and under the basement slab, so we are no longer worried about our basement flooding! * The working crew were very friendly and considerate. The Bad (-1 star): ========== * The electrical subcontractor was quite bad. The electricians didn't install the dryer outlet properly (one conductor came loose before I first used it), most outlets they installed are loose (they give when pushing in a plug), and they installed a used, old (not LED compatible) dimmer for the LED lights they installed. Also, the owner yelled at his team a lot. * The plumbing subcontractor was bad, too. They misdrilled several holes, damaging the interior of the home. They didn't seal around exterior penetrations into the house. They didn't put a cover over the branch of a wye that was no longer needed. They wouldn't do anything about the loss of hot water pressure in a bathroom faucet that occurred after they moved some plumbing around (I ended up having to disconnect and disassemble the hot water valve myself and I found a piece of silicone clogged in there). They over-glued the drain of the laundry supply box making it nearly impossible to remove the cap, and they lost the o-rings on my faucet aerator. The Ugly (-2 stars): ========== * They overlooked details in the plans about where walls and doors should go, and denied responsibility since they weren't in the structural engineer's plans, which they opted to not have updated with the revisions I told them about. This lead to a sewer pipe being installed in an inconvenient location (it went through the foundation, so it can't be moved), a structural wall that was almost built in the wrong place (I caught it while they were digging the footing), and a room that was built with no doorway (they had to cut some framing to make the opening). * The pricing/scope was negligent at best, but I'd put it closer to misleading or deceptive. During the initial visits, they talked about all the things they would do (including putting up framing, drywall, and insulation), and then sent over an estimate that I accepted. I didn't realize until halfway through the project that the estimate didn't include many of the things they talked about (including the framing, drywall, and insulation); those apparently would be part of "Phase 2," not included in the price of the first estimate. I had chosen E&F over another estimate that was less expensive even though it did explicitly contain the "additional" scope. I was also surprised that the electrical and plumbing (most of which was necessary to get them out of the way for the structural work) was billed separately; i.e., an unexpected additional expense. * They chose to rebuild a segment of stairs (rather than just adding two steps at the bottom, per the plans), which ended up having insufficient clearance with an overhang halfway down. They tried to convince me there was no new problem because they built them the same as before (but the run of the new stairs was one inch longer, causing the 4th step down to be 4 inches closer to the overhang) and resisted remedying the issue. They just ended up taking a sawzall to trim the overhang -- a joist -- which I just have to hope doesn't compromise any structural integrity! Further, they didn't even finish the stairs (sand and seal); "Test your staining skills," they said. * They ghosted before Phase 2. As the structural work was reaching completion, we were going back and forth on scope for Phase 2. However, when the structural work was actually completed, they just stopped communicating, left dirt and demo debris they left on our driveway for a month, then disappeared. There were lots of things they removed to get out of the way (like several segments of fence) but didn't put back. I could easily add 3x more issues and details, but this review is already too long.

Our kitchen remodeling and flooring were done by Construction & More Fremont team recently.The job…read morewas well done by them with professionalism and met the expectations.Thanks for Avi and Joseph for their support throughout the project.

Beautiful Bathroom Remodel - Great Experience from Start to Finish…read more This was our first home remodeling project, so we really didn't know what to expect. From the design phase all the way to the final inspection, the entire process was smooth and easy. Tony and his crew did an excellent job and paid close attention to every detail during construction. I was also worried about the mess and dust that usually comes with remodeling, but they were very careful and cleaned everything at the end of each day, which we really appreciated. Thank you Joseph and Avi for coordinating everything so well. We absolutely love our new bathroom!

We hired LB Construction & Remodeling for a major remodel of roughly half our 1951…read morehome--reconfiguring walls, adding a brand-new bathroom, and completely redesigning an old one. Owning an older home comes with inevitable surprises, so we wanted a team who could problem-solve creatively. That's where Liran shined. We brought some ideas to the table, and he offered alternative solutions that made far more sense for how we live--solutions we loved. Designers were brought in to prepare plans and permits, and the work began. Our project manager, Adi, was one of the kindest, most attentive people I've ever worked with. He stayed in constant contact, visited the site frequently, and ensured every detail met extremely high standards. It became a running joke between us about changing their slogan to "quality you can afford"--he humored me, and it perfectly captures the team's approach. The craftsmanship from Flavio, the lead contractor, was exceptional. We didn't pick the easiest designs, but the finished primary bathroom shower tile is genuinely a work of art--everyone who sees it comments on it. We also can't forget "Muscle Memo", who handled all the heavy lifting--climbing through dusty attics, crawling under grimy crawl spaces, and tackling the toughest physical work. His effort made the project run smoothly and safely. Adding to the charm, the team brought their own portable bathroom, which hilariously became a little local attraction--neighbors and passersby would sometimes "need to go," and we all shared a laugh over it. LB went above and beyond by addressing problem areas that weren't part of the original scope, with no extra charge, just to ensure the house looked perfect. They even brought in a professional cleaning crew, leaving our home cleaner than when the project started--a rare and deeply appreciated touch. We are thrilled with the entire LB team and highly recommend them. They hit that sweet spot: exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful problem-solving, genuine care, a sense of humor, and high quality at a price we could afford. Truly impressive from start to finish.

Where do I begin? Adi is someone you want on your team. I wish I could take him with me to work or…read moreeverywhere in my life really. The entire LB Construction team is amazing. They are respectful, humorous, kind, with an impeccable work ethic. Adi and his team worked on our penthouse in a Lake Merritt condominium. They had no problems with us recommending revisions to their proposed contract. It was a big construction project, and required a lot of creative problem solving to adhere to the HOA CC&Rs. Adi and his team had no problems dealing with our HOA and always went above and beyond with our/their requests without any complaints and gripes (even when it was deserved). They helped with architectural requests, permitting, design support, demolition, framing, drywall, flooring, electrical, plumbing, for a renovation of three bedrooms, living room, dining room, and kitchen including two fireplaces. They provided us with several great options for materials within budget. No challenge was too great for them and they never ran away. When we needed them to make final touches they made adjustments. They deep cleaned our place when it was done. Adi was always upfront about the scope, schedule, and budget so nothing felt like a surprise or a money grab. Any issue I brought up, he quickly addressed and never repeated again. He was even available to answer questions after the renovation was complete. I would 100% recommend working with them again. If we ever decide to renovate our bathrooms, Adi and LB Construction will be the first people I call.

I hired EcoStar for a large remodel, and honestly, it was one of the best decisions I made for my…read morehome. This was a high-stakes project, and they made the entire process feel organized, transparent, and far less stressful than I expected. Scope of work included: * Complete electrical rewiring * New copper plumbing * Foundation crack repairs + earthquake retrofit * Roof patching * Full interior & exterior painting * Front and back landscaping upgrades What really stood out: * Stayed on schedule and communicated consistently (no guessing games) * Followed permits and best practices exactly * Used quality materials--no cutting corners or cheap substitutions * Replaced components when needed, even if older ones could have been reused * Took the time to explain everything clearly and patiently and welcomed all of my questions My contractor Thomas Gold was professional, calm, personable and incredibly thorough. His boss, Johnny, checked in often and genuinely cared that I was happy at every stage. EcoStar delivered excellent workmanship and real peace of mind. I would absolutely hire them again and recommend them without hesitation.

I received a flyer at my home and when I was ready to gather bids to re-do my roof, EcoStar is one…read moreof the contractors that I called. BEWARE: I have had this scripted sales pitch run on me previously and recognized it. It is offensive and super unprofessional. 1-The salesman/project manager(?) immediately shows you a picture on their phone of family/child/dog to connect with you. 2-They then work with you to identify what the scope of work is that you want them to quote. 3-Then they sit down and start scribbling different stuff and numbers on their tablet and asking you "are you with me?", or "do you understand?", etc., as they are quoting prices for each line item for your scope of work, to keep you engaged. 4-Once your head is full of numbers, and they've got you completely spun, they verbally quote you a number that is HUGE, knowing that you are going to absolutely choke. 5-Then they begin the process of appealing to your greed, by naming the various discounts, material left over from another job that they can give you for free, additional discounts if you will sign the contract immediately. 6-They then show you a number on their phone that is actually a pretty good price for your scope of work. 7-They keep pressuring you that they can only give you that price if you sign a contract right away because they're just finishing up another local job and they want to keep their guys busy in the area. 8-Then THEY REFUSE TO GIVE YOU A WRITTEN QUOTE. You have stated that you are gathering and comparing quotes and a written quote is standard. But they just keep showing you the number on their phone and insisting that this is your quote. 9-To make matters worse, I needed financing and was assured that a soft pull would be done to qualify me for the amount needed. Apparently, that finance company does not do a soft pull on your credit but an actual loan application. It was not a soft pull and the finance company actually approved a real loan, which has the potential to affect my credit. Fortunately, the local contractor that I selected helped contact the finance company and cancel the "loan". 10-The salesperson/project manager came out an additional day to discuss why the financing "soft pull" approval came in so low (inadequate for the job). When I again asked for a written quote he essentially told me that he was trying to help me and that the quote would be the contract and it was about 32 pages long. Wow! Like I'm too dumb to read your quote/contract because it's too long. Amazing. It is standard practice to provide a written quote, which I repeatedly told him. And got the same "I'm trying to help you", "The quote will be the contract that is 32 pages". At that point, I asked him to leave. I'll be honest, at the time I was so furious and offended that I could hardly speak. AGAIN, I HAVE HAD ANOTHER CONTRACTOR RUN THIS EXACT SAME SCRIPT IN THE QUOTE PROCESS FOR ANOTHER JOB. I THINK THERE IS A CONTRACTOR SALES SCHOOL THAT THEY GO TO BECAUSE THE TWO QUOTE PRESENTATIONS WERE IDENTICAL. ***All in all, the whole "quote" process was extremely unprofessional and offensive. I will never, ever interact with this company ever again. ADDITIONAL: I BELIEVE THAT THEY SOLD MY INFORMATION, BECAUSE I IMMEDIATELY BEGAN GETTING COLD CALLS FOR HOME RENOVATIONS AND ROOFING JOBS. CAN'T PROVE IT, BUT I THINK IT WAS ECOSTAR.

They did an incredible job with our kitchen remodel. We had custom cabinets to install and quite a…read morefew tricky problems where our planning didn't align with reality, and in every case they went above and beyond to find solutions. The quality of the work was incredibly high especially given how affordable their estimate was for a whole kitchen remodel. We are already talking to them about our next project. And they're all super nice guys, some of the most pleasant I've ever worked with. Oh and listen to them when they make suggestions - the one time I didn't, I wished I had afterward. Their idea would have been better!

I recently hired Pablo's General Remodeling to replace my kitchen countertop and install a new…read moredishwasher, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From start to finish, the team was professional, punctual, and easy to work with. They took the time to explain the process, helped me select the right materials, and kept me informed throughout the project. The installation was completed on schedule, and the workmanship is outstanding -- the countertop looks beautiful, and the dishwasher was installed with care and precision. The crew was respectful of my home, kept the workspace clean, and made sure everything was working perfectly before they left. It's rare to find a company that delivers both great customer service and high-quality craftsmanship, but Pablo's General Remodeling truly exceeded expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for kitchen upgrades or appliance installation.