As a contractor myself, I have high expectations--and JZ Painting exceeded every one of them. My…read moreown crew was tied up on other projects, and JZ Painting stepped in quickly with competitive pricing, quality workmanship, and a team that delivered exactly what I envisioned. Communication with the owner was exceptional from start to finish. No long wait times, no back-and-forth delays--just clear, prompt, and professional responses that made coordination effortless. What impressed me most was their ability to perform under extremely challenging conditions. With 25-30 mph wind gusts and a three-story exterior to paint, I fully expected delays. Instead, they performed absolute magic. Their precision, attention to detail, and commitment to getting the job done safely and correctly were remarkable. This project was for one of our premier rentals in Alexandria, and the final result looks fantastic. I would absolutely use JZ Painting again for future projects and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others looking for a reliable, high-quality painting crew. A+ service, craftsmanship, and professionalism.

I was looking for someone to evaluate and repair leakage and water damage in a downstairs bathroom…read more I have worked with contractors and JZ contractors were recommended by neighbors. Mr.Zarou provided a comprehensive evaluation, some very concrete suggestions for repair and renovation and a timeline for completion. He met the deadline for completion and the quality of the work exceeded my expectations in every way, including cost.

Everything about my experience with MsFixit (a division of Heritage Contracting Renovations) was…read moregreat! Tammy was responsive and informative in her e-mails; Burt, the handyman, was professional, kind, and did great work; and the pricing was fair. They were even able to get the work done a week earlier than originally scheduled because of an opening in their calendar. Burt did a really nice job with recaulking my shower and tub and providing helpful information about maintenance. I'm very pleased and will definitely look to hire MsFixit again in the future!

Reached out to request service on their website a week ago, never received a response…read moreThe negative reviews about the terrible customer service seem true, unfortunately. So unprofessional, very disappointed because I wanted to support a woman-owned business.

We had Click Construction do a renovation of our master bathroom. They removed the old tile,…read moreinstalled new radiant floor heating and new tile. I really enjoyed working with Alan (the owner). He was prompt and courteous and his workers did a really excellent job. I would definitely recommend him to any of our friends.

I want to sincerely thank Alan and his team, Marlon and Emmanuel, for taking such great care of us…read moreduring our home renovations. In July/August, we experienced a ceiling leak that caused significant damage throughout our home, impacting two bathrooms, the playroom, entryway hallway, and laundry room. After water mitigation and demolition were completed, we were left needing extensive repairs and full remodels of the affected areas. This was our first time dealing with a major home issue, and navigating insurance, contractors, and conflicting opinions felt overwhelming and stressful. I spoke with several contractors and received multiple estimates, but Alan stood out immediately. He was the first to respond and the first to give clear, straightforward, and honest answers. Beyond that, Alan is genuinely such a fun and easygoing person to work with, which made a stressful situation feel much more manageable. He has a great eye for design and prioritizes top-notch materials while still being realistic and respectful of budget. He guided us through the design process, helped with material selection, and made thoughtful recommendations every step of the way. Marlon and Emmanuel are incredibly knowledgeable, respectful, and truly kind. They treated our home with care and always took the time to explain what they were doing, which made us feel confident and at ease throughout the process. Fast forward to today, we finally have our home back -- and we couldn't be happier with the results! Not having functional bathrooms and access to certain rooms for months took a toll on our family and our mental health. Click Construction stepped in during a very difficult time and helped restore not just our home, but our peace of mind. My only regret is not finding them sooner. I've attached before-and-after photos so you can see the incredible transformation for yourself. I highly recommend Click Construction to anyone looking for quality work, honesty, and a team that truly cares.

I recently had my French Doors (leading to my 2nd-floor deck) replaced with Sliding Doors. The…read moreinstallation was completed by Finish Carpenter. The job was a challenge because they had to hoist the three-door, assembled frame up to my second-floor deck. They safely prepared all the decking in drop cloths to prevent any damage to the frame or the deck. They expertly removed the old frame and installed the new one with flashing tape and a door pan to avoid any moisture or mold. They filled in the door gaps with insulation foam, trim, and caulking, and painted all the trim nail holes. They are extremely neat, organized, and very efficient. They cleaned up the entire area and vacuumed. They disposed of all the old material, and I couldn't be more satisfied with their expert craftsmanship. I highly recommend Zoabdile, the owner of Finish Carpenter, for any carpentry project, including windows, doors, etc. He is very thorough, knowledgeable, and patient, explaining all the minute details of the project, and has all the latest tools to make the project a professional one. I was very satisfied from beginning to end with Finish Carpentry and highly recommend them.

We had them done crowning/panels/ trim and painting. They did an excellent job! Results are…read moreimpressive and just how I had visioned them.

Reliable, high-quality work with great communication -- I've now used this handyman twice and will…read morekeep coming back. My first experience was a door installation that turned out to be a surprisingly tricky job, but he worked diligently to figure out a way to make it work. I recently called him for a siding repair as well. Both times I got a quick appointment with him showing up exactly when he said he would. Will definitely be calling him again.

We needed our wooden porch steps repaired. I called Clin for an estimate and he came by the same…read moreday. He explained the nature of the work needed and gave me a fair price. I also needed a repair to the concrete floor in my garage and Clin inspected it and said he could fix it as well. He was able to schedule the repairs for the following week. He and his coworker did a great job with the repairs. I found Clin a great person to work with because of his excellent communication skills and his making customer satisfaction a priority. We plan to use Clin for any future handyman jobs.

We are SO happy with our beautiful new mudroom! Would HIGHLY recommend A&E Custom Carpentry &…read moreDesign and will definitely use them again! Annie and Eric are the dynamic duo of your dream space - Annie is the visionary and Eric brings it to life. Love that they design and build everything from scratch using the best materials. Everything is truly custom! They work with you to get a feel for your aesthetic and deliver a truly gorgeous product. A one stop shop and a pleasure to do business with!

Annie and Eric are the Chip and Joe Anna Gains of Northern VA. Annie has an incredible design eye…read moreand creates amazing designs for the space she is given. Eric then compliments those designs with world class wood working and building quality to in many cases would cost 3 times as much from a big box company. They are professional and a joy to work with and show a dedication to their work that is rarely seen in this area. If you want anything built in your house, this is the pair that you want doing it. They designed and installed two built ins for the family room and the office and you would have thought they were built originally with the house.....seamless design and build. An overall increase in functionality and value to our home. Thank you.

Marvin and his team did an excellent job replacing our kitchen sink, faucet, and garbage disposal…read more He was very response from providing the initial quote to after the project was finished. His team showed up on time and finished within the estimated time block. He even expertly handled an important modification during the project due to a miscommunication on my part. I will absolutely use this company again for projects in the near future. 10/10 recommend!

Quick to respond, courteous, and professional. They replaced two shower doors in just a few hours…read more Marvin is a pleasure to deal with. Would ask them back any time to do additional work.

Mark and his crew John were amazing!…read more We moved out of our townhouse and needed to freshen up the walls. Call to schedule a quote, Mark (the owner) came out basically the next morning. I also got another quotes from a different vendors but went with Mark because we just needed some walls to be painted and Mark's quote was reasonable and was able to get it done pretty quickly. Pros: -Fast quote and able to schedule the painting in the same week - Able to match the color perfectly - Filled in holes and cracks on the wall like it was never there - Clean ceiling lines - Cleaned up after their job, no paint marks on trims, carpet or floors Con - n/a Highly recommend them and would go with them again if we needed painting done.

Mark, John and their crews never lets us down. Over the past few years we have referred them to…read moreserval large residential painting jobs and the clients always sing their praises. Thanks guys. Keep up the great work! CJP

We interviewed 6 different contractors to renovate our basement for aging in place, designated as…read morean ALU( Accessory Living Unit) in Fairfax county. We chose the Northwood construction, Inc. Their fee was reasonable, not the lowest nor the highest. We did not have to pay up to 10K for the designer fees as in other contractors' proposal. Tran, the Northwood designer, worked fast and diligently with all the drawings,dimensions,selections of cabinets,counter top,tiles,etc. We texted Tran very late in the evening or weekend with our concerns, questions. She always replied right away. To her, client's satisfaction is very important. Thumb up for her work. Charlie, the Northwood main staff for my basement project, is a conscientious, knowledgeable and hard worker. He meticulously put in all the needed wood blockings during the framing of the bathroom walls so he could install all the grab bars and the wall hung shower seat. So, as we get older and we must use the grab bars, we will feel safe because they were installed correctly to the blockings behind the walls. Our ALU passed all Fairfax county inspections. We truly appreciate Charlie's workmanship. Our basement project started and finished on time as planned. We are very please with the results.

Outstanding service and quality workmanship! From the moment I called Northwood Construction every…read moreperson we dealt with was incredibly personable, knowledgeable, and focused on our kitchen remodel. Bob Benedict, the owner of Northwood, has an extensive background in construction and is thoughtful in his approach. Whitney Simons is an incredible designer and problem solver when it comes to designing around tricky spaces. She is super organized, has a great design eye, and very responsive to any questions/concerns during your project. Dan Clark was our dedicated project manager and contact throughout construction. You would be hard pressed to find a more conscientious, detail-oriented, thoughtful, and experienced project manager/carpenter. Our project was a kitchen remodel and reconstruction of our back kitchen stairs leading to our basement. The remodel involved removing a wall between our old kitchen and dining, replacing the entire kitchen floor and weaving it into existing hardwood, replacement of 90+ year old stairs and reconfiguring our stair landing, installation of a full-house generator, and full replacement of the kitchen cabinets and appliances. Bob and Whitney spent a lot of time at the beginning of process talking and listening to me and my husband about our needs and wants for the new space as well as our expectations for the experience. They were genuinely interested in learning what our priorities were to ensure that their design and budget met our needs. Once we had a working plan for the kitchen and stair designs, Whitney and I met regularly to make product selections and finishes. Following the selections, Bob and Whitney provided us with a final budget and plan. Northwood's over all approach and process make it stand out from other design build firms. Firstly, they do not start work until all of your materials are delivered and in their warehouse. As a result, there are no surprise work stoppages because an item is back ordered or was late in being ordered. Secondly, they have a dedicated project manager for your project during the entire build. From soup to nuts, the same PM will be at your house every day and communicating with you regarding the daily work and upcoming schedule. If a sub-contractor is on-site, your PM will be there facilitating the entire appointment. Thirdly, the quality and professionalism of their sub-contractors is bar none. The electrician is incredible--he is so knowledgeable and really works with the homeowner to troubleshoot potential issues and make sure the final electrical plan really fits the homeowners' needs. The tile installer is an artist. His attention to detail and meticulous cuts really made our backsplash shine. We installed wallpaper on our ceiling and the installers were so gifted. Our house is nearly 90 years old, and the ceilings are not close to being square, but the installers did an amazing job. Finally, the Northwood team are so friendly and genuine you will be sad when the job is finished. It is clear they take a ton of pride in their work and strive to make the remodeling process as smooth as possible. For instance, they provide an induction plate and pots/pans to use during your remodel. We are over the moon in love with the final work product and kitchen. While we are glad to have a new kitchen, we do miss seeing and talking to the Northwood team. Without any hesitation, I highly recommend for any remodeling project you may have.

Absolutely fantastic serve at a reasonable price. I already am thinking of other jobs where I can…read moreuse them as I was so happy with their work. I highly recommend!

Fredy and his son did an excellent job staining our deck. They were professional, polite, and great…read moreabout putting the deck furniture back the way it was. They also dealt with a nest above our tall front door and took the time to clean the door and porch before they left. Their price for this work was reasonable. We recommend them highly.